Punjab

Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Education Department has announced a change in school timings across the state starting November 1. All government and private schools will now operate from 9 am to 3 pm, in view of the approaching winter season. According to the official notification, the revised schedule will remain in effect until February 28, 2026, after which the department will review and adjust the timings again. The directive applies to all schools across Punjab, and authorities have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with the new timings.
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CM Bhagwant Mann Applauds Indian Women’s Cricket Team for Historic Semifinal Triumph Over Australia

CM Bhagwant Mann Applauds Indian Women’s Cricket Team for Historic Semifinal Triumph Over Australia

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday congratulated the Indian women’s cricket team for their brilliant win against Australia in the semifinals of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, calling it a moment of immense pride for the entire nation. Expressing his joy over the victory, Mann hailed the team’s performance and lauded captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who hails from Punjab, for her inspiring leadership. “A great victory for the Indian women's cricket team... Defeated Australia by 5 wickets in the semi-final of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025... Congratulations to the entire team including the captain and…
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Punjab’s Steel Sector Gets a Major Boost! Mann Government’s Industrial Policy Attracts ₹342 Crore Investment and 1,500 New Jobs

Punjab’s Steel Sector Gets a Major Boost! Mann Government’s Industrial Policy Attracts ₹342 Crore Investment and 1,500 New Jobs

Chandigarh, October 30, 2025: The Punjab Government, under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is successfully making the state a major hub for industrial investment. Punjab, once known as the land of farmers, has now become a strong industrial base. This success is coming from big greenfield investments and expansions by domestic champions and Indian multinational companies. With Punjab Government’s investor-friendly policies and active support, these companies are setting up new factories and expanding existing units, creating thousands of jobs and giving new momentum to the state’s economy.This development perfectly aligns with Punjab Government’s vision of industrial…
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Notorious gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria brought to Punjab from Assams Silchar Jail

Notorious gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria brought to Punjab from Assams Silchar Jail

National Times Bureau :- Notorious gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria has been brought to Punjab from Assam's Silchar Jail. He had been incarated in Silchar Jail since March under stringent under the NDPS and PT Acts. At around 1 am on Thursday, he was brought to Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, from where he was directly taken to Batala. Bhagwanpuria's arrival in Punjab comes months after his mother was shot dead in gang rivalry. Jaggu has also filed a petition in the High Court, expressing fear that he might be killed in a fake encounter. His name had surfaced…
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Bhagwant Mann Slams Delhi, Centre for Politicizing Stubble Burning Issue

Bhagwant Mann Slams Delhi, Centre for Politicizing Stubble Burning Issue

Chandigarh, October 27, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday lashed out at both the Delhi government and the Centre, accusing them of unfairly blaming Punjab’s farmers for the recurring air pollution crisis in the National Capital Region (NCR).Calling the issue “politicized beyond reason,” Mann said that instead of indulging in blame games, all governments should work together on a scientific and long-term solution to tackle stubble management.“Every year, when Delhi’s pollution spikes, fingers are pointed at Punjab. My question is — does smoke from Punjab alone reach Delhi, and not from Haryana or other states?” Mann questioned.‘Don’t Defame…
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Punjab CM Meets President Murmu, Invites Her to 350th Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Celebrations

Punjab CM Meets President Murmu, Invites Her to 350th Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Celebrations

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan to extend a formal invitation for the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The Punjab government has also reached out to the Chief Ministers of all states to participate, aiming to make the commemoration a nationwide observance. Earlier this week, CM Mann, accompanied by AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, attended a Kirtan Darbar organised by the Punjab government as part of the series of events marking the Guru’s martyrdom. The Chief Minister highlighted that celebrations are being planned not only…
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‘School of Excellence’ – The ‘Runway of Dreams’ for Every Child! CM Mann’s ‘Modern Age Temples’ Bring Bright Future, Know the New Facilities!

‘School of Excellence’ – The ‘Runway of Dreams’ for Every Child! CM Mann’s ‘Modern Age Temples’ Bring Bright Future, Know the New Facilities!

Education Revolution in Punjab with ‘Schools of Eminence’! Record-breaking Success of Government Schools with ₹231.74 Crore Investment and Free NEET/JEE Coaching!Chandigarh, October 25, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, not just a government has changed in Punjab, but the old structure of education that had created a deep divide between rich and poor children for decades has been completely transformed. CM Mann’s firm commitment is that Punjab’s youth will no longer just be job seekers, but will become capable of providing employment to the country based on their confidence and skills. To achieve this great goal,…
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Major mishap averted in Punjab: Bus carrying 55 young players from Sangrur comes in contact with high-tension wires

Major mishap averted in Punjab: Bus carrying 55 young players from Sangrur comes in contact with high-tension wires

National Times Bureau :- A major mishap was averted in Ludhiana when a bus carrying at least 55 young players from Sangrur came in contact with high-tension wires in the Kochar Market area on Friday. The incident occurred as the bus was heading toward the venue of a sports competition scheduled for Saturday. According to eyewitnesses, the high-tension cables hanging low in the area got entangled with the metal angle mounted on top of the bus, causing sparks to fly. Panic spread among the players as the wires began sparking and snapping. The sparks also triggered flashes in other connected…
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Punjab Records 512 Farm Fire Cases; Amritsar and Tarn Taran Lead Amid Rising Stubble Burning

Punjab Records 512 Farm Fire Cases; Amritsar and Tarn Taran Lead Amid Rising Stubble Burning

National Times Bureau :- Punjab has witnessed a sharp rise in the incidents relating to farm fires with total 512 cases been recorded so far, according to the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) data .  According to the data as of October 23, Amritsar witnessed highest number of cases related to farm fires  at 7, followed by Tarn Taran at 5, Sangrur (4), Ferozepur and Mansa three each, both Gurdaspur and Moga (2) and Kapurthala and Patiala one case each, as many farmers continue to ignore government appeals to stop crop residue burning. Since the window for sowing the Rabi…
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A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

Chandigarh: The journey of life is not easy for everyone. Among us are some brave companions who, despite challenges like disability or blindness, move forward with courage every day. For them, reaching even a bus seat is often no less than a major struggle—not just physically, but economically too. In such a scenario, the Mann government of Punjab has taken a decision that is not just a part of governance but the highest example of humanity. This decision opens all those doors that often remained closed for these special citizens of ours. The government has released a large sum of…
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