Punjab

Punjab Police Issues Stricter Guidelines for VIP Escorts After Zirakpur Incident

Punjab Police Issues Stricter Guidelines for VIP Escorts After Zirakpur Incident

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In the wake of a high-profile highway controversy, the Punjab Police has released updated instructions for personnel assigned to VIP protection duties, emphasizing professional conduct, public safety, and adherence to traffic rules. The move follows an incident on the Zirakpur-Ambala stretch involving Lt Gen D.S. Hooda (Retd), former Northern Army Commander, who alleged that a Punjab Police escort vehicle intentionally collided with his car while escorting a VIP convoy. According to Lt Gen Hooda, the event occurred around 4 pm as he was driving with his wife. Two police jeeps from the convoy approached with sirens on,…
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Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, Supreme Court told

Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, Supreme Court told

National Times Bureau :- As AQI in Delhi-NCR breached 400 mark and subsequent implementation of GRAP-3 measures, the Supreme Court was informed that stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has led to further worsening of air quality. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai was informed that stubble-burning has begun with impunity in Punjab and Haryana. Senior advocate Aprajita Singh, who is assisting the top court as amicus curiae has urged the bench to seek responses from Punjab and Haryana governments. Singh referred to NASA satellite images to buttress her point that stubble burning in these two…
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1.2 Million Devotees Join Punjab’s Historic Month of Remembrance: Punjab Honors Guru’s 350th Martyrdom with Month-Long Celebrations

1.2 Million Devotees Join Punjab’s Historic Month of Remembrance: Punjab Honors Guru’s 350th Martyrdom with Month-Long Celebrations

Chandigarh, 10 November 2025: On the 350th martyrdom year of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the entire month of November this year in Punjab is dedicated to devotion and seva. The ninth Guru gave his head for the protection of religion, humanity and the weak. Therefore, the Punjab government took the historic decision to celebrate November 2025 as “Shaheedi Smaran Maah” (Martyrdom Remembrance Month). This is the first time that such large programs are being held continuously for a whole month at the government level across the entire state.The programs started from 1st November. Daily morning and evening kirtan,…
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Punjab’s Women Deputy Commissioners Leading from the Front: How AAP’s Transparency Revolution is Empowering More Women in Public Service

Punjab’s Women Deputy Commissioners Leading from the Front: How AAP’s Transparency Revolution is Empowering More Women in Public Service

Chandigarh, November 10, 2025: Women form barely 15–18% of Punjab’s bureaucratic workforce, and their representation in field and district-level administrative posts is even lower. According to recent employment data, women constitute about 11–13% of India’s civil services nationwide, and Punjab historically mirrors these national trends. Recognizing this clear gender gap, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab has launched a series of systematic transparency campaigns and grassroots initiatives aimed at empowering women especially from rural areas to pursue careers in administration. By showcasing successful women officers and creating a supportive work environment, the government is breaking long-standing barriers that…
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Gangster Ranbir Rana Injured in Encounter with CIA Team in Mohali

Gangster Ranbir Rana Injured in Encounter with CIA Team in Mohali

National Times Bureau :- Notorious gangster Ranbir Rana was injured during an exchange of fire with the CIA (Crime Investigation Agency) team in Mohali on Monday evening. The encounter reportedly broke out when the police attempted to intercept Rana and his associates, who were allegedly planning a criminal operation in the area. According to police sources, the CIA team had received a tip-off about Rana’s movement and set up a checkpoint near the outskirts of the city. When officers tried to stop his vehicle, the suspects allegedly opened fire, prompting the police to retaliate. During the brief gun battle, Rana…
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350-kg explosives, AK-47 recovered near Delhi; Kashmiri doctor’s interrogation leads to major Faridabad arms bust

350-kg explosives, AK-47 recovered near Delhi; Kashmiri doctor’s interrogation leads to major Faridabad arms bust

National Times Bureau :-  In a major security alert near the national capital, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, in coordination with Haryana Police, have recovered 350 kg of ammonium nitrate, an AK-47 rifle, ammunition and detonator timers from Faridabad, Haryana. The recovery comes just days after the arrest of Kashmiri doctor Adil Ahmad Rather from Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, who was allegedly involved in putting up posters supporting terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in Srinagar. According to police sources, the explosives seizure in Faridabad followed crucial leads obtained during Rather’s interrogation. Investigations revealed that the cache was allegedly stored with another doctor, Mujahil…
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Women’s health is Mann Government’s priority! More than 13 lakh women of Punjab are receiving free sanitary pads every month through ‘Navi Disha’

Women’s health is Mann Government’s priority! More than 13 lakh women of Punjab are receiving free sanitary pads every month through ‘Navi Disha’

‘Navi Disha’ reached 13.65 lakh women from 27,313 centers in 23 districts — More than 3.68 crore free sanitary pads distributed at a cost of ₹14.04 crore, Mann Government’s health delivery to every home!Chandigarh, 9 November, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government has taken such a historic step in the direction of women’s health, dignity and empowerment that has changed lakhs of lives. The ‘Navi Disha’ scheme has today become the identity of self-respect of every daughter and woman of Punjab. This scheme clearly shows that the Mann Government doesn’t just make promises,…
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Punjab Players Get ‘Medical Shield’! Mann Government Approves Filling 100+ Posts in Sports Medical Cadre, Golden Employment Opportunity for Youth!

Punjab Players Get ‘Medical Shield’! Mann Government Approves Filling 100+ Posts in Sports Medical Cadre, Golden Employment Opportunity for Youth!

Chandigarh, 6 November 2025: The Bhagwant Mann government of Punjab has taken a big and historic step towards securing the future of sports and athletes in the state with a safe, bright, and scientific foundation. The Cabinet has approved immediately filling a total of 110 new posts in the Punjab Sports Medical Cadre. These posts include 14 from Group-A, 16 from Group-B, and 80 from Group-C.This visionary decision by the government will not only give unprecedented strength to Punjab’s sports structure at the ground level, but it will also open doors of 110 assured government jobs for the talented and…
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“Our Daughters are the State’s ‘Brand Ambassadors'”: Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on World Cup Victory

“Our Daughters are the State’s ‘Brand Ambassadors'”: Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on World Cup Victory

Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Indian Women's Cricket Team for winning the ICC World Cup by defeating South Africa in a spectacular match. Speaking to the team members via video conferencing, the Chief Minister said that by winning the World Cup, the daughters have not only created history but have also conquered the world. He stated that these daughters are the pride of the state, and they will be given a grand felicitation upon their return to Punjab. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these players are the "Brand Ambassadors" of the…
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Post Operation Sindoor, first Sikh Jatha leaves for Pakistan to celebrate Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Parkash Purb at Nankana Sahib

Post Operation Sindoor, first Sikh Jatha leaves for Pakistan to celebrate Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Parkash Purb at Nankana Sahib

National Times Bureau :- After Operation Sindoor, the first Sikh Jatha set out for Attari on Tuesday to cross over into Pakistan for the celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Parkash Purb at Gurdwara Janamsthan Nankana Sahib. The sacred occasion will be observed on November 5. This year, the Central Government has granted permission exclusively to Indian citizens to participate in the pilgrimage, unlike previous years when NRIs were also allowed. Around 2,000 pilgrims are expected to cross the Attari border to pay obeisance at historical gurdwaras in Lahore and Nankana Sahib. The pilgrims are scheduled to return to India…
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