Punjab Archives - Page 27 of 68

04 Jan

Market panic in Tarn Taran as ransom gang fires at medical store

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Nafional Times Bureau :- Panic gripped Tarn Taran city after armed miscreants opened indiscriminate fire at a medical store on Sarhali Road late Saturday evening, allegedly to terrorise the owner following a ransom demand of ₹10 lakh. Biru Ram, owner of Suraj Medical Store, told police that he had received a threatening call two days earlier from a foreign WhatsApp number. The caller identified himself as Prabh (Prabh Dasuwal) and demanded ₹10 lakh as ransom. When the shopkeeper did not take the threat seriously, the attackers allegedly carried out the firing to intimidate him. According to eyewitnesses and the victim,…

03 Jan

Mann Government Bringing 1311 New Buses, Opening Doors to Jobs: Bus Stands in Big Cities to Get Modern

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Chandigarh, 3 January 2026: The Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab has taken a big step to strengthen public transport and empower women financially. To expand free bus service for women, the state government announced the purchase of 1311 new buses. These include 606 buses for Punjab Roadways (PEPSU) and 705 for PRTC. This will not only make travel easier for women but also create new job opportunities.Sources in the Transport Department say these new buses will greatly increase public transport capacity in Punjab. Women already get free bus rides, but many routes lack enough buses, causing problems for passengers. The…

03 Jan

Red alert issued for dense fog and cold wave in Punjab, Chandigarh as visibility drops to zero in several parts

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National Times Bureau :- Dense fog and cold wave conditions tightened their grip over parts of Punjab and Chandigarh on Friday, following which the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for the first time this season. While no rainfall is forecast, extremely poor visibility and plunging temperatures have disrupted normal life across several districts. Amritsar and Halwara reported zero visibility, significantly affecting road and air traffic. Despite the dip, temperatures remained about three degrees above the seasonal average. Faridkot recorded the lowest minimum temperature in the state at 5.5 degrees Celsius. Weather officials have warned that night temperatures are…

01 Jan

Punjab Police Thwart Gangster-Driven Attack, Four Arrested in Tarn Taran

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): In a major success, the Punjab Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), in close coordination with the Tarn Taran Police, has disrupted a planned shooting and arrested four individuals allegedly linked to a gang operating from abroad. The joint operation, which unfolded in the border district of Tarn Taran, led to the discovery of two illegal .32 bore pistols and four live rounds of ammunition. These firearms were reportedly intended to be used in a targeted shooting plot aimed at specific individuals in the area. Initial investigations indicate that the accused were acting on the orders of criminals based…

31 Dec

Punjab’s ‘People First’ Policy Goes Viral: Citizens Share Health & Education Success Stories on Social Media

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Chandigarh, December 31, 2025: A new trend is emerging in Punjab - ordinary citizens are clicking pictures of government schemes with their mobile phones and sharing them on social media. This is not government propaganda, but ground reality. Recently, an Aam Aadmi Party worker posted a picture of a “Health-Education Hospital” on Instagram, which quickly went viral. The caption read - “Maan Government, this is just Sultan Khaldar!” This is not just a picture, but testimony to the change that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government is bringing on the ground.The real point is that the Punjab government made one…

31 Dec

Punjab Schools Holidays Extended, Classes to Resume on January 8

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government has announced an extension of school holidays across the state due to the ongoing cold wave and dense fog affecting the region. The decision was communicated by Education Minister Harjot Bains. In a tweet, Bains stated, "As per the directions of Honorable Chief Minister Punjab S. Bhagwant Singh Mann ji, in view of the continuously increasing cold and fog in the state, keeping in mind the health and safety of children and staff, holidays are being observed in all government, aided, recognized and private schools of the state till January 7." He further added,…

31 Dec

Shift in Weather Pattern Likely Across Punjab; Fog and Light Rain Warning Issued

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is set to experience a noticeable change in weather conditions starting today, with the Meteorological Department forecasting rainfall activity across the state over the next two days. The change is being attributed to an active Western Disturbance over the Himalayan region, which is now extending its influence into the northern plains. In response to the developing conditions, authorities have issued a yellow alert for dense fog and light showers, advising residents to remain cautious through the next 48 hours. Rainfall is expected to continue intermittently until January 1, potentially bringing a brief spell of winter precipitation…

30 Dec

India’s Rice Crown Comes With a Cost as Northern Farmers Struggle With Vanishing Water

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Punjab, Rice

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): India’s rise to the top of global rice production has been hailed as a major agricultural achievement, reinforcing the country’s status as a food powerhouse and the world’s biggest rice exporter. Exports have climbed steadily over the past decade, crossing 20 million tonnes in the last financial year and supplying markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Yet in the fields of Punjab and Haryana—states that form the backbone of this success—the mood is far from triumphant. Many farmers say the very policies that helped India dominate rice production are now pushing them into financial…

29 Dec

Youth Found Dead in Raikot Hotel Room Days Before Wedding, Police Suspect Suicide

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National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident was reported from Raikot in Ludhiana district, where a young man was found dead in a hotel room after allegedly shooting himself with his licensed pistol, just days before his scheduled wedding on January 16. According to preliminary investigations, the deceased, identified as Kamal, a resident of Jalal Diwal village, had been staying at a hotel near Barnala Chowk in Raikot. On Sunday night, he reportedly hosted a liquor party with his friends. After dropping them back home, he returned alone to the hotel. Early Monday morning, Kamal allegedly fired a shot at…

28 Dec

Mann government has made 2025 the year of prosperity for farmers: Punjab government’s historic initiative is bringing significant changes to Punjab’s farms

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Chandigarh, 28 December 2025: As the year of 2025 concludes, Punjab's agricultural landscape stands transformed, driven by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led the state government's bold initiatives. The year has been marked by record farmer remuneration, significant strides in crop diversification and a steadfast commitment to sustainable practices, setting a new benchmark for farm prosperity in the state. Punjab’s Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, highlighted the year’s landmark achievements, stating that the government’s resolve to empower farmers is matched by its commitment to ecological sustainability. "Our schemes have driven transformative change, and the…