Punjab News

Amritsar Woman Alleges Domestic Violence and Dowry Harassment by In-Laws

Amritsar Woman Alleges Domestic Violence and Dowry Harassment by In-Laws

National Times Bureau :- In Amritsar, a woman has filed a complaint against her in-laws, accusing them of repeated physical assault and demanding dowry. The matter has gained attention after the Bhagwan Valmiki Seva Society extended support to the victim and accompanied her to lodge a formal complaint with the Amritsar police. In her petition to SSP Dehati, the woman claimed that she has been beaten and physically abused multiple times over dowry demands. Despite being married for ten years and having four children—three daughters and one son—she alleged that her in-laws continue to subject her to harassment and insist…
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Akali Dal President Giani Harpreet Singh Calls Special Delegates Session at Anandpur Sahib on September 25

Akali Dal President Giani Harpreet Singh Calls Special Delegates Session at Anandpur Sahib on September 25

National Times Bureau :- Shiromani Akali Dal president Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh has convened a special state general delegates session on September 25 at Sri Anandpur Sahib. The meeting will begin at 10:30 am with ardas, after which detailed discussions will be held on the party’s upcoming programs and strategies to strengthen its organizational structure. According to a statement issued by the party office, the session aims to reinforce democratic values within the party. State delegates will participate in decision-making regarding appointments to the working committee and other organizational posts. Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh emphasized that every tier of the…
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Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney Announces ₹1 Crore Aid and Massive Relief Support for Flood-Hit Punjab

Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney Announces ₹1 Crore Aid and Massive Relief Support for Flood-Hit Punjab

National Times Bureau :- Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab, Dr. Vikramjit Singh Sahney, has announced a contribution of ₹1 crore towards flood relief and rehabilitation in Punjab. His donation has been made to the “Mission Chardikala – Chief Minister Rangla Punjab Fund” launched by the state government. In addition, Dr. Sahney has set up a dedicated mega warehouse in Ajnala to support flood-affected families. From this facility, around 1,500 households are being provided with essential relief kits, while 250 quintals of fodder are being distributed weekly to support livestock. Extending his commitment further, Dr. Sahney has pledged 50 tractors and…
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NIA probes Bathinda blast: 19-year-old suspect planned suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir

NIA probes Bathinda blast: 19-year-old suspect planned suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir

National Times Bureau :- The investigation into the September 10 blasts at village Jeeda in Punjab’s Bathinda district has revealed shocking details, with officials stating that a 19-year-old law student, Gurpreet Singh, was preparing to become a suicide bomber to carry out an attack in Jammu and Kashmir. According to high-level police sources, Gurpreet Singh had procured explosive chemicals and a jacket-style belt online, which he intended to strap around his waist and detonate near security forces in Jammu. During preliminary questioning at AIIMS, where he is undergoing treatment for injuries, Gurpreet admitted that he wanted to target armed forces…
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Barnala’s Kattu village passes resolution to completely boycott migrants

Barnala’s Kattu village passes resolution to completely boycott migrants

National Times Bureau :- In a major decision, residents of Kattu village in Barnala district have passed a resolution to completely boycott migrant workers. According to information, the villagers gathered at a local meeting where concerns were raised over the rising number of migrants in the area. After discussions, the panchayat unanimously decided that no migrant worker would be allowed to work or settle in the village. The decision has sparked debate in the region, with many questioning the legality and social impact of such a move. Authorities are expected to look into the matter to ensure that the rights…
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Major Operation in Ferozepur: One Arrested with 15.775 kg Heroin

Major Operation in Ferozepur: One Arrested with 15.775 kg Heroin

National Times Bureau :- In a significant intelligence-led operation, Ferozepur Police arrested a local resident with 15.775 kilograms of heroin in his possession. Preliminary investigations revealed that the consignment was supplied by Pakistan-based smugglers, while the drug network was being operated from Kapurthala Jail by an accused currently lodged there. Police have registered an FIR, and further investigations are underway to trace the wider nexus behind the smuggling racket.
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Punjab Declares September 22 a Public Holiday on Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti

Punjab Declares September 22 a Public Holiday on Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has announced a statewide public holiday on September 22 to mark Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti. As per the official holiday calendar, all government offices, schools, and colleges across the state will remain closed on the day. Maharaja Agrasen, revered for promoting unity, equality, and mutual support within society, is remembered for his teachings of compassion and community welfare. On this occasion, devotees and followers organize various programs, including the distribution of free food and medicines, along with events highlighting his life and values. Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is traditionally observed on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada, the…
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Punjab Government Appoints Nodal Officers to Oversee Flood Relief and Rehabilitation

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has appointed nodal chairmen and members to streamline relief operations and damage assessment in flood-affected villages across the state. Revenue, Rehabilitation and Disaster Management Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said the devastating floods had caused extensive losses, prompting the state to identify 2,303 villages in urgent need of support and rehabilitation. The appointed representatives will work in coordination with district administrations and gazetted officers to ensure effective execution of relief measures. According to Mundian, these nodal officers will oversee the distribution of relief material, assist in evaluating damage to crops, houses, and livestock, and…
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Tractor-Trolley Collides with Haryana Roadways Bus, Two Dead and Seven Injured

Tractor-Trolley Collides with Haryana Roadways Bus, Two Dead and Seven Injured

National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident occurred on Saturday morning at 8:30 AM on the Alnabard Hanumangarh Road when a Haryana Roadways bus collided with a tractor-trolley. The collision resulted in the deaths of two individuals riding in the tractor-trolley, while seven others sustained injuries, four of them critically. The deceased have been identified as Vimla and Krishna from Alnabard. The injured, including Saroj, Roshni, Bimla, Rajbala, Sharda Devi, Sunita, and Subhash, were immediately transported to Sirsa Civil Hospital for medical treatment. Authorities reported that the tractor-trolley, carrying laborers to the cotton fields from a nearby dhani, was…
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Pong Dam Water Level Near Danger Mark, Controlled Release Increased

Pong Dam Water Level Near Danger Mark, Controlled Release Increased

National Times Bureau :- The water level at Pong Dam has reached close to the danger mark due to reduced inflow from the catchment areas, while controlled water release has been increased to maintain safety. Officials from the Bhakra Beas Management Board stated that limited rainfall in the upper catchment regions has resulted in a drop in water inflow into the dam. To ensure that the water level remains within safe limits, authorities have carefully increased the discharge through the dam’s spillways and turbines. On Thursday, a total of 44,671 cubic feet per second (cusecs) of water was released into…
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