Punjab

Kishtwar Cloudburst: Two Jalandhar Girls Among Missing, Families in Shock
17 Aug

Kishtwar Cloudburst: Two Jalandhar Girls Among Missing, Families in Shock

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, Trending, ,
Jalandhar/Kishtwar (National Times): The recent cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar has left two families from Punjab in deep despair, as two young women from Jalandhar have gone missing in the tragedy. The missing girls have been identified as Vanshika (22) and her friend Disha, both hailing from the Sodal locality of Jalandhar. Vanshika had travelled with her family to her grandmother’s home in Jammu, accompanied by Disha. On the day of the incident, the two had visited the Machayal Mata temple with Vanshika’s family. While they were returning after offering prayers, the sudden cloudburst struck, and the girls were…
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Thunderstorms and Rain Predicted Across Punjab, Haryana Today: IMD
17 Aug

Thunderstorms and Rain Predicted Across Punjab, Haryana Today: IMD

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, Trending,
Chandigarh (National Times): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms and rainfall across several districts of Punjab and Haryana, cautioning residents about sudden weather fluctuations through its latest nowcast advisory. In Haryana, heavy downpours with thunder and lightning are likely in Karnal, Indri, Thanesar, Nilokheri, Radaur, Barara, Jagadhri, and Chhachhrauli. Moderate showers may affect Ambala, Panchkula, Kaithal, Pehowa, Narayangarh, Kalka, and Chandigarh, while light rain is expected in Panipat, Rohtak, Sonipat, Jind, and nearby regions. Meanwhile, parts of Punjab, including Patiala, Rajpura, Dera Bassi, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mohali, Kharar, Ropar, Balachaur, and Anandpur Sahib could receive moderate rainfall with thunderstorms.…
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16 Aug

Tragic Road Accident in Himachal’s Kangra: 4 Pilgrims from Moga Killed, 29 Injured

nishuthapar10 CommentsEntertainment, India, Punjab, Trending, , , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident took place on the Chamunda-Dharamshala road, claiming the lives of four pilgrims from Bhageke village in Punjab’s Moga district, while around 29 others were injured. According to initial information, a group of devotees from Bhageke had traveled in a Mahindra pickup to offer prayers at the Chamunda Devi temple. While returning after the darshan, the vehicle met with a serious accident. One woman died on the spot, while three more devotees — including another woman and two men — succumbed to their injuries during treatment at Rajendra Prasad Medical College and Hospital,…
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Village in Sangrur Bans Energy Drinks to Protect Youth
16 Aug

Village in Sangrur Bans Energy Drinks to Protect Youth

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The panchayat of Upli village has taken a strong step to save youngsters from drugs and addiction. The village has completely banned the sale and use of energy drinks like Sting, Charge, Red Bull, and Hell. Big boards have been put up at the entry points of the village to inform people about the ban. The panchayat has also warned that any shopkeeper who sells energy drinks will face a social boycott. Local shopkeepers have supported this decision and said they will not keep such products. The sarpanch explained that energy drinks, especially those in red…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Hoists Tricolor in Faridkot, Honors State’s Legacy of Sacrifice
15 Aug

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Hoists Tricolor in Faridkot, Honors State’s Legacy of Sacrifice

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
Faridkot (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led the Independence Day celebrations in Faridkot, unfurling the national flag and taking salute from the parade. In his address, he highlighted Punjab’s pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle and the continued importance of the state in the nation’s progress. “Punjab has always been at the forefront of defending our country. Our Gurus inspired generations to embrace sacrifice, and it is noteworthy that 80 percent of those who gave their lives for India were Punjabis,” Mann said. The Chief Minister reflected on Punjab’s resilience, noting the hardships endured during the partition and…
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Punjab CM Moves High Court to Quash Defamation Proceedings Filed by Ex-MLA
14 Aug

Punjab CM Moves High Court to Quash Defamation Proceedings Filed by Ex-MLA

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking to quash defamation proceedings initiated against him by former MLA Nazar Singh Manshahia in a Mansa court. The petition came up before the Bench of Justice Tribhuvan Dahiya, which issued notices to both the Punjab government and Manshahia, directing them to file their replies by August 18, 2025. Granting interim relief, the court instructed that the CM’s application for personal exemption be kept pending before the Mansa magistrate until further orders. The matter stems from an August 2 order of the…
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Punjab on Yellow Alert for Heavy Rain Over Next Three Days
14 Aug

Punjab on Yellow Alert for Heavy Rain Over Next Three Days

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending, , , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in Punjab for the next three days, warning residents in several districts to brace for potential waterlogging and disruptions. Jalandhar has been witnessing heavy showers since late last night, leading to flooding in several low-lying areas. While the downpour has brought relief from humid conditions, it has also caused inconvenience to commuters and residents. According to the IMD, heavy rain is likely in Rajpura, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Mohali, Kapurthala, Hoshiarpur, and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar. Rainfall has been recorded across various parts of the…
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PSPCL Director Resigns After Five Months
13 Aug

PSPCL Director Resigns After Five Months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
National Times Bureau :- Amid an ongoing strike by electricity employees over their demands, which has brought work to a complete halt, another significant development has emerged. Hira Lal Goel, Director Commercial of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), has tendered his resignation from the post. Notably, he had assumed this position in March 2025. According to sources, he submitted his resignation on August 7, 2025, citing health reasons. As of today, the authorities responsible for appointments have not yet formally accepted his resignation. Confirming the news, Goel stated, “My doctor has advised me to take certain health precautions and…
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Full-Dress Rehearsal for 79th Independence Day Held at PAU, Ludhiana
13 Aug

Full-Dress Rehearsal for 79th Independence Day Held at PAU, Ludhiana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A full-dress rehearsal for the 79th Independence Day celebrations took place on Wednesday at the grounds of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. The parade was led and the flag hoisted by Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain. Under the guidance of Parade Commander PPS Officer Harshpreet Singh, various contingents participated in the march-past, including Punjab Police (men and women), Punjab Home Guard, NCC Scouts (boys and girls), and other units. DCP Parminder Singh Bhandal and ADC Rakesh Kumar were also present during the rehearsal. Following the march-past, 850 students from 25 government schools performed an impressive Physical Training…
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Cabinet approves semiconductor manufacturing units in Odisha, Punjab and Andhra Pradesh with an outlay of Rs.4600 crore
12 Aug

Cabinet approves semiconductor manufacturing units in Odisha, Punjab and Andhra Pradesh with an outlay of Rs.4600 crore

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, , , , ,
National Times Bureau, Aug 12, 2025: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved four more semiconductor projects under India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).Momentum is building up in semiconductor ecosystem in India with the six approved projects already in various stages of execution. These four proposals approved today are from SiCSem, Continental Device India Private Limited (CDIL), 3D Glass Solutions Inc., and Advanced System in Package (ASIP) Technologies.These four approved proposals will setup semiconductor manufacturing facilities with cumulative investment of around Rs.4,600 crore and are expected to generate a cumulative employment for 2034 skilled professionals which would catalyse…
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