Punjab News

Masked Man Shoots at Medical Store in Khaira, Gurdaspur

Masked Man Shoots at Medical Store in Khaira, Gurdaspur

National Times Bureau :- This morning around 9:15 AM, a masked man fired a few shots at a medical store in Khaira, Gurdaspur, and then ran away. Luckily, no one was hurt. After getting the news, the police quickly came to the spot. The store owner, Harjeet Singh (Dr. Hari), said that as usual he had opened his shop when a masked man came on a Splendor bike from Wadala Bangar Adda side. The man stopped on the road and fired two or three bullets towards the shop. The bullets hit the glass in front of the store, but nobody…
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Two Punjab Soldiers Killed in Kulgam Encounter Given Final Salute

Two Punjab Soldiers Killed in Kulgam Encounter Given Final Salute

National Times Bureau :- In an encounter with terrorists in Akhal Jungle of Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, two soldiers from Punjab—one each from Khanna and Fatehgarh—were martyred. Their bodies were brought to their respective villages on Sunday for the last rites. The body of Sepoy Harminder Singh reached his ancestral village Badinpur at 10:20 AM. The entire area echoed with slogans praising the brave martyr. Wrapped in the national tricolor, people gathered in large numbers to pay their respects. Local MLA Gurinder Singh Gary Baring, SDM Chetan Bangar, and DSP Gurdeep Singh also arrived to honor the fallen soldier.…
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Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening law enforcement at the grassroots level, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh Sidhu has ordered the transfer of nine Station House Officers (SHOs) across various police stations in Ferozepur district. According to the official notification, Inspector Jaswinder Singh, SHO Guruharsahai, has been posted as SHO Sadar Zira, while Inspector Gurmeet Singh, SHO Kulgarhi, has been transferred as SHO City Zira. Sub-Inspector Baljinder Singh, previously SHO Sadar Zira, will now take charge as SHO Kulgarhi. Sub-Inspector (Local) Baljinder Singh, earlier posted at City Zira, has been appointed SHO…
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Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan

Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan

National Times Bureau :- In a major move to strengthen healthcare in border districts, the Punjab government has announced an additional monthly incentive of ₹40,000 for specialist doctors posted in these areas. This amount will be paid over and above their regular salary, starting immediately. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said that the decision aims to ensure better access to quality medical services for people living in remote border areas. To make this even more effective, doctors will now be allowed to opt for border area postings voluntarily. What Prompted This Move?Historically, doctors have been reluctant to serve in border…
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Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami

Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami

National Times Bureau :- The Shromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President, Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured Gurpreet Kaur, a young Sikh woman, for firmly standing by her Sikh identity during a recent incident in Rajasthan. Gurpreet Kaur was reportedly stopped from appearing in a judicial service examination in Rajasthan after she refused to remove her kirpan and kara two of the five sacred (Kakaars) of faith worn by Amritdhari Sikhs. The exam authorities allegedly asked her to remove them before entering the venue, but she declined, citing the Sikh Rehat Maryada (Code of Conduct). As a result, she was denied…
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Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day

Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day

National Times Bureau :- District Magistrate Viraj S. Tidke has declared August 15 as a Dry Day in Malerkotla in view of Independence Day celebrations. No sale or serving of alcohol will be allowed in hotels, liquor shops, clubs, restaurants, or any other public or private places on this day. The order bans the sale, distribution, or serving of liquor or similar intoxicating substances in any form. Even establishments with valid licenses to store or serve alcohol will not be allowed to do so on August 15. The administration noted that Independence Day is celebrated across the country with great…
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PGI Chandigarh’s Advanced Neuro Science Centre Likely to Open by November

PGI Chandigarh’s Advanced Neuro Science Centre Likely to Open by November

National Times Bureau :- The state-of-the-art Neuro Science Centre being built at PGIMER Chandigarh is expected to be operational for patients by November 2025. In case the full facility cannot be opened on time, PGI officials have confirmed that OPD services will begin in the new building itself. Deputy Director Dr. Pankaj Rai said the construction work is in its final stage. However, some delay is being caused due to technical challenges in procuring advanced medical equipment. He added that PGI is committed to offering modern and improved treatment to patients, which is why AI-based medical machines are being procured.…
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Youth Shot Near Tara Wala Pul in Amritsar, Admitted in Critical Condition

Youth Shot Near Tara Wala Pul in Amritsar, Admitted in Critical Condition

National Times Bureau :- A shooting incident was reported on Monday evening near the Tara Wala Pul area of Amritsar, where a young man identified as Armaan Sood, a resident of Jhabal, sustained a gunshot injury. The victim was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. His condition is said to be critical, and hospital authorities have restricted visitor access. Speaking to the media, ACP Pravesh Chopra confirmed that police received information about a youth from Jhabal being shot near Tara Wala Pul. Preliminary reports suggest that Armaan had travelled to Amritsar for personal reasons…
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“Punjab Alert: Sutlej River Swells in Ferozepur Amid Indus Waters Treaty Suspension”

“Punjab Alert: Sutlej River Swells in Ferozepur Amid Indus Waters Treaty Suspension”

National Times Bureau :- Dozens of villages located near the India-Pakistan border in Punjab's Ferozepur district are currently submerged under floodwater. Vast stretches of agricultural fields and many homes are inundated. While this region is no stranger to floods — they occur here nearly every alternate year — the situation this time is far more alarming. Not only is the water level significantly higher than in previous years, but there is also little hope of any immediate relief. This is the first major flood in the area following the cancellation of the Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan. The…
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Fake Heavy Driving Licence Racket Busted by Punjab Vigilance Bureau

Fake Heavy Driving Licence Racket Busted by Punjab Vigilance Bureau

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has unearthed a major corruption racket involving the issuance of fake heavy vehicle driving licences. It exposed a nexus between officials of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) Gurdaspur, the State Institute of Automobile and Driving Skills Centre (SIADS) Mahuana, in Mukatsar Sahib district and private document agents operating in Gurdaspur district. In this case, the VB has registered a corruption case against seven accused out of which four accused, including the Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) have been arrested. An official of the vigilance bureau said acting on a complaint received from…
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