Punjab Archives - Page 45 of 50

01 May

Haryana Officer Replaces Punjab’s Akashdeep at BBMB Nangal Amidst Growing Water Tensions

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Chandigarh (National Times): A key reshuffle at the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has raised eyebrows in Punjab amid an intensifying water-sharing conflict with neighboring Haryana. Punjab cadre Superintendent Engineer Akashdeep, who held the dual responsibilities of Director NHP at BBMB Chandigarh and Director Water Regulation at BBMB Nangal, has been abruptly transferred. He will now serve as Director Dam Safety at BBMB Nangal. Taking his place is Sanjeev Kumar, a Haryana cadre officer, who will now oversee water regulation duties at Nangal Dam in addition to his role as Director NHP. The timing of the transfer has sparked outrage…

01 May

Political Row Erupts After BBMB Okays More Water to Haryana, Punjab Protests

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a decision that has sparked sharp backlash from Punjab, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has approved the immediate release of 8,500 cusecs of water from the Bhakra Dam to Haryana, citing humanitarian concerns amid the latter’s reported water shortage. The decision was taken during a lengthy technical committee meeting chaired by BBMB Chairman Manoj Tripathi. While Punjab opposed the move, stating that no surplus water was available, it found itself isolated as BJP-ruled Haryana, Rajasthan, and Delhi collectively pushed the demand through. Congress-ruled Himachal Pradesh remained neutral. Haryana officials, led by Anurag Agarwal, Additional Chief…

25 Apr

Terror Plot Foiled: RDX, Arms, and Explosives Found Near India-Pak Border in Punjab

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Chandigarh (National Times): In what is being called a major security success, the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police have recovered a massive cache of ammunition and explosives from Sahowal village, situated perilously close to the India-Pakistan border. The shocking find included 4.5 kg of RDX, 5 hand grenades, 5 pistols, 8 loaded magazines, 220 rounds of live bullets, two batteries, and a remote control device—tools typically associated with planned terror activities. The cache was stumbled upon during routine crop harvesting, when locals discovered a suspiciously large packet buried in the fields. Officials believe this is yet another sinister…

25 Apr

Family of Detained BSF Jawan Hopes for His Safe Return Amid Ongoing Talks

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Kolkata (National Times): The family of BSF jawan P.K. Sahu is clinging to hope and prayer as they await his safe return after he was reportedly detained by Pakistan Rangers for inadvertently crossing the international border in Punjab. Speaking from their home, his father, Bholanath Sahu, expressed both anxiety and confidence in the ongoing diplomatic efforts. “We are extremely worried but hopeful,” he said. “My son has dedicated his life to serving the nation, and we trust that every possible step is being taken to bring him back.” Bholanath shared that he received a phone call from his son's commanding…

13 Apr

‘Talking About 50 Bombs, Pratap Bajwa Is Only Concerned About His Politics Not Punjab’s Peace’

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Chandigarh (National Times): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders in Punjab have sharply reacted to the claim made by Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition, Pratap Singh Bajwa, regarding the entry of 50 grenades from across the border into Punjab. AAP leaders have accused Bajwa of having connections with Pakistan. AAP Punjab senior leader and Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema stated that Pratap Bajwa occupies a significant constitutional position, and he should refrain from making false statements. Cheema said, “If Bajwa has such information, he should immediately provide full details to the police. If he fails to do so,…

12 Apr

Dalvir Goldy’s Return to Congress Sends Ripples Through Punjab Politics

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a political twist that has taken many by surprise, Dalvir Singh Khangura, popularly known as Dalvir Goldy, has officially rejoined the Congress Party, ending his brief stint with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Goldy’s return marks the end of a year-long estrangement from Congress that began when he was denied a ticket from Sangrur ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections—a decision that led him to switch sides and align with AAP. The Sangrur ticket had instead been granted to Sukhpal Singh Khaira, despite attempts by Khaira himself to pacify Goldy and persuade him to stay.…

04 Apr

Farmers’ Protest Intensifies in Punjab as Dallewal Vows to Continue Struggle

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Ferozepur, April 4, 2025 — The farmers' movement in Punjab gained fresh momentum as the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Ekta Sidhupur) organized a massive conference at Dana Mandi Cantonment in Ferozepur. Hundreds of farmers, including women, gathered in support of their demands, with Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the center of the agitation.Dallewal, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike since November 26 over the MSP Bill and other issues, addressed the gathering despite his deteriorating health. Arriving in an ambulance, he was taken to the stage on a stretcher, vowing to continue the fight against what he called repeated betrayals…

31 Mar

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Opposes Waqf Amendment Bill, Announces ₹200 Crore for Malerkotla’s Development

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Malerkotla (Punjab), March 31, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann strongly opposed the BJP-led NDA government's Waqf Amendment Bill, pledging to fight it in both Parliament and the Vidhan Sabha. Addressing the media after participating in Eid celebrations, Mann assured the Muslim community that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) stands firmly with them.He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to the welfare of all communities and pledged to protect their rights. Mann also emphasized Punjab’s focus on groundwater conservation, citing the revival of 15,947 water courses, which has improved irrigation access and reduced groundwater exploitation.War Against Drugs Gains Public SupportMann…

24 Mar

Punjab Agriculture Minister Denied Permission to Visit the USA

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab's Agriculture Minister, Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, has been denied permission to travel to the United States. In a statement to the media, Minister Khuddian revealed that he was scheduled to lead an official delegation to the USA from March 29 to April 6. The delegation, which included officials from the Animal Husbandry Department, was set to study dairy farming practices in the US with the aim of promoting similar initiatives in Punjab. While the Ministry of External Affairs has not provided a specific reason for the denial, it was communicated that the delegation's request for travel to…

23 Mar

Punjab Police Dismantles Narco-Terror Module; Father-Son Duo Among Four Arrested with 4 kg Heroin

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a major crackdown on drug trafficking under the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Counter Intelligence (CI) unit in Amritsar has dismantled a narco-terror module operating in Punjab. The operation led to the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of 4 kg of heroin, according to Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, on Sunday. The arrested individuals have been identified as Sukhwinder Singh and his son Navjot Singh, both residents of Tarn Taran Road in Amritsar; Aniket, a resident of Chheharta in Amritsar; and Gurpreet Singh, alias Gopi, from Sheron village…