Punjab

27 Nov

Phagwara village tense after midnight firing at AAP functionary’s home; investigators look into gang link

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPhagwara, Punjab

Phagwara (Gurpreet Singh) A late-night firing incident at the home of Aam Aadmi Party leader Daljit Raju sent shockwaves through Darvesh village near Phagwara early Thursday, after two armed men allegedly emptied several rounds at his residence and vanished before authorities arrived. The attack occurred shortly after 1 a.m., when the family—Raju, his wife and their daughter—were asleep on the upper floor of the house. The gunmen, whose faces were covered, reportedly moved close to the structure and opened fire repeatedly. Bullets struck the glass façade and windows on the first floor, but the occupants remained unharmed. Raju recounted that…

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26 Nov

Two Punjab DSPs Suspended in Tarn Taran Case

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative action, two senior police officers in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district have been suspended following their failure to provide satisfactory clarification to the High Court in a sensitive case involving the daughter of an Akali Dal candidate and the party’s IT Wing in-charge. The officers suspended include DSP (Detective) Harjinder Singh and DSP (PBI) Gulzar Singh. Their suspension comes a day after Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav appeared before the Election Commission in New Delhi regarding the same matter. The case pertains to the registration of an FIR against the Akali candidate’s daughter and…

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26 Nov

Punjab Faces Acute Shortage of ₹10 and ₹20 Notes as Wedding Season Fuels Parallel Market

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): As wedding festivities peak across Punjab, residents are grappling with an unexpected problem: a widespread scarcity of small-denomination currency. The crunch in freshly printed ₹10 and ₹20 notes has disrupted everyday purchases and sparked allegations of a thriving black market fed by diverted bank supplies. While banks continue to inform customers that they are receiving only limited consignments of low-value notes, people across multiple districts say they are witnessing a completely different reality outside bank premises. According to locals, private agents and market traders are offering pristine bundles at sharply increased rates, prompting fears of an organised…

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24 Nov

Punjab Government’s Commendable Initiative: Special Health Camps for Devotees

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMedical Camps, Punjab, Sri Anandpur Sahib

Free Medical Camps Set Up in Anandpur Sahib, Thousands BenefitChandigarh/Anandpur Sahib, November 24, 2025: The Punjab Government has arranged excellent health facilities for devotees attending the 350th martyrdom anniversary commemoration of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh visited these camps and praised the arrangements.The special eye camp named ‘Nigha Langar’ set up by the government has examined the eyes of 5000 people so far. Of these, 2000 people were given free spectacles and 39 people underwent completely free cataract operations. This demonstrates the Punjab Government’s sensitivity towards the public.39 Aam Aadmi Clinics have been opened in…

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23 Nov

Punjab CM Mann responds to Centre’s clarification over proposed bill on Chandigarh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh, Punjab

National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday reacted to the Union Home Ministry’s clarification stating that no change is being proposed to Chandigarh’s governance structure and that no Bill on the matter will be introduced in the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. Mann said the clarification has provided relief to the people of Punjab, who were anxious after reports suggested possible amendments affecting Chandigarh’s administrative framework. He emphasised that Punjab’s historic rights and emotional connection to Chandigarh remain non-negotiable. The Chief Minister stated that any proposal concerning Chandigarh must involve Punjab as a primary stakeholder, given…

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21 Nov

Punjab Government’s Major Step: 5 New Hostels for Working Women to Be Built at a Cost of ₹150 Crore

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Punjab government

Safe Housing to Be Available in Mohali, Amritsar, and Jalandhar, Mann Government's Major Gift to Women's Empowerment Chandigarh, November 21, 2025: The Mann government of Punjab has announced an ambitious scheme, providing significant relief to working women in the state. The government will build five new working women's hostels at a cost of ₹150 crore, three of which will be established in Mohali, one in Amritsar, and one in Jalandhar. This initiative will prove to be a boon for thousands of young women who work in cities away from their homes in search of better careers.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, while…

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21 Nov

Punjab AG Maninderjit Singh Bedi designated as Senior Advocate

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National Times Bureau :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Friday accorded senior advocate status to Punjab Advocate General Maninderjit Singh Bedi. According to an official notification issued by the Registrar General, the High Court exercised its authority under Section 16(2) of the Advocates Act, 1961 to grant Bedi the senior designation. His elevation will take effect from the date of the notification. The court has also stipulated that as part of the designation, Bedi must handle ten pro bono cases each year under the ‘Free Legal Aid’ category. Bedi, enrolled as an advocate since 2005 (Enrolment No. P-834/2005),…

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21 Nov

Free dialysis facility now available in 40 government hospitals in Punjab, saving lakhs of rupees for thousands of patients

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has taken an unprecedented and historic step towards making the state's healthcare system world-class. By placing health as its top priority, the government has proven that public service is its sole goal. In this regard, a comprehensive and robust network of free dialysis facilities has been established for patients suffering from kidney disease. This initiative not only elevates Punjab's healthcare infrastructure to new heights but also testifies to the government's commitment to providing quality healthcare to every citizen, regardless of their background. This scheme…

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20 Nov

RSS leader’s grandson murder case: Ferozepur police arrest third accused after brief encounter

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabEncounter, Murder case, Punjab, Punjab Police, RSS

National Times Bureau :- The Ferozepur police have arrested the third accused in the murder case of Naveen Kumar, the grandson of senior RSS leader Dina Nath. Naveen was shot dead on November 16 in Mochi Bazaar. According to Ferozepur SSP Bhupinder Singh, the arrested suspect has been identified as Jatin Kali. The police received information late at night that Kali was moving around in the city. A CIA team immediately set up a checkpoint on Arifke Road. When officials signalled him to stop, Kali attempted to flee on his motorcycle. On seeing the police, he opened fire, with one bullet…

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19 Nov

Major Change Under Mann Government’s Anti-Corruption Agenda: Electricity Connection Process Now Easier in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabElectricity Connection, Mann Government, Punjab

Chandigarh, November 19, 2025: Today, while ordinary citizens across the country grapple with heavy paperwork for small tasks, the Punjab government has truly listened to the public's voice. The Mann government has achieved what people have been hoping for years: getting a new electricity connection in Punjab is now extremely simple and transparent. The Mann government has resolved a major headache for the people of Punjab. Previously, obtaining a new electricity connection required various documents, multiple visits to offices, and the most challenging requirement—the NOC (No Objection Certificate). This arduous process often dragged on for months, causing great distress to…

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