Punjab

Punjab Nights Turn Colder, Minimum Temperatures to Dip Further: IMD Forecast

Punjab Nights Turn Colder, Minimum Temperatures to Dip Further: IMD Forecast

National Times Bureau :- Punjab is witnessing a noticeable drop in night temperatures, and the chill is expected to intensify in the coming days. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state’s maximum temperatures currently remain close to normal levels, but the minimum temperatures have slipped below the seasonal average, leading to colder nights across the region. The weather is expected to remain largely dry through the upcoming week, with very little chance of rainfall. IMD officials have indicated that maximum temperatures may show slight fluctuations, but the minimum temperatures are likely to fall even further. Over the next…
Read More
Surgeon From Pathankot Brought in for Inquiry as Delhi Blast Investigation Broadens

Surgeon From Pathankot Brought in for Inquiry as Delhi Blast Investigation Broadens

New Delhi/Pathankot (Gurpreet Singh): The probe into the recent blast in Delhi expanded on Tuesday with investigators detaining a senior surgeon from Punjab’s Pathankot region for detailed questioning, officials close to the development disclosed. The move is part of the National Investigation Agency’s growing efforts to map every connection surrounding the prime accused. The doctor, identified by investigation sources as 45-year-old Dr. Rayees Ahmad Bhat, was taken in after teams arrived at the private medical college where he serves as a faculty member. Witnesses said the questioning team conducted preliminary inquiries on-site before escorting him away for further examination. Officials…
Read More
Punjab Creates Historic Record of 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement

Punjab Creates Historic Record of 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): This season has brought a victory of hope, hard work, and trust for the hardworking farmers of Punjab. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has created a new history this year by completing the procurement of over 150 lakh metric tons of paddy. This unprecedented achievement comes at a time when floods in several parts of the state had damaged crops, but the government's strong policy and the farmers' unwavering spirit overcame all challenges. According to government figures, a total of 1,51,80,075.88 metric tons of paddy arrived in the state's mandis…
Read More
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,…
Read More
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…
Read More
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,…
Read More
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…
Read More
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…
Read More
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…
Read More
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,…
Read More