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16 Sep

Dispute Over Siropa to Rahul Gandhi at Amritsar Gurdwara; SGPC Begins Inquiry

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The presentation of a Siropa to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during his recent visit to Gurdwara Baba Budha Sahib Ji has triggered a fresh controversy in Punjab. Gandhi, who was in the state on September 15 to review flood-hit areas, was felicitated by gurdwara management representatives, a move that has since drawn criticism from Sikh organizations. Following the uproar, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has taken official notice of the matter. SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami confirmed that an investigation is underway. “Our code of conduct clearly states that Siropas are reserved for spiritual figures,…

16 Sep

Punjab Set to Bid Farewell to Monsoon by September 20, IMD Predicts Showers Until Midweek

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): The monsoon season is nearing its end in Punjab, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirming that the system will retreat from the state by September 20. As it withdraws, several districts are likely to experience light to moderate rain over the next three days. Weather experts said cloudy skies and drizzle could be seen across many parts of the state on Monday. Rain activity is expected to increase on Tuesday and Wednesday, particularly in northern and central districts such as Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, Mohali and Nawanshahr. Scattered showers are also predicted for Ludhiana, Jalandhar,…

16 Sep

Punjab Launches Paddy Procurement Despite Flood-Hit Farmlands

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Procurement of paddy for the current season began across Punjab on Tuesday, even as large tracts of farmland remain affected by recent floods. Officials estimate that over three lakh hectares in districts including Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Fazilka, and Ferozepur witnessed extensive crop damage. However, better yields in other regions are expected to push overall market arrivals to nearly 175 lakh metric tonnes this season. To support the exercise, the Reserve Bank of India has extended a cash credit limit of ₹15,000 crore to the state government, ensuring timely procurement and payment for farmers. Mandis across Punjab have…

15 Sep

Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Racket Busted in Fazilka, Two Arrested with Foreign-Made Weapons

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Fazilka (Gurpreet Singh): In a targeted operation based on intelligence input, Fazilka Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border weapon smuggling module with alleged links to Pakistan. Two individuals have been taken into custody, and a cache of foreign-made firearms has been seized before it could reach criminal elements in Punjab. The arrested accused — Surinder Singh and Gurpreet — were reportedly acting under the instructions of handlers operating from outside India. Their mission was to deliver the smuggled weapons to members of local gangs within the state, authorities said. Arms Cache Recovered During the operation, police recovered five pistols of…

13 Sep

Ludhiana Social Media Influencer Hani Sethi Attacked in Vehicle Assault

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National Times Bureau :- In Ludhiana, social media influencer and footwear entrepreneur Hani Sethi was attacked while traveling home late at night on Saturday. According to reports, Sethi was returning after closing his shop when a Scorpio vehicle suddenly blocked his car on the Delhi Highway. An armed individual exited the Scorpio and assaulted Sethi’s vehicle. The entire incident was captured on Sethi’s dashcam. Speaking to authorities, Sethi stated that he had been followed by certain individuals for several days prior to the attack. He immediately drove to Doraha Police Station and filed a complaint. Some media reports claim Sethi…

12 Sep

Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Racket Busted in Fazilka; Huge Cache of Weapons Seized

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Fazilka (Gurpreet Singh): In a major crackdown on international arms trafficking, the Fazilka Police have successfully uncovered a cross-border weapons smuggling operation with suspected ties to handlers based in Pakistan. Two individuals have been taken into custody following the bust, which led to the recovery of a substantial stockpile of firearms and ammunition. The seizure includes 18 pistols, 1,847 rounds of ammunition, and 42 magazines. Officials revealed that the operation was launched based on credible intelligence, pointing toward an organized racket facilitated by operatives from across the border. According to sources, the arrested men were acting under instructions from foreign-based…

10 Sep

Punjab Floods: Harpal Cheema Criticises Centre’s Relief Package, Calls Disaster Unprecedented

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has described the recent floods as the gravest calamity the state has witnessed in the last half-century. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, he said nearly 2,000 villages were affected, impacting more than four lakh people and claiming at least 43 lives across 14 districts. Cheema highlighted that widespread destruction of farmland and homes occurred after swollen rivers changed course, leaving fertile land barren and crops ruined. He said the floods have dealt a severe blow to Punjab’s economy, which contributes almost one-third of the nation’s agricultural output. The Finance…

10 Sep

Arrest Warrants Issued Against AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Associates in Patiala Case

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Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): The legal troubles of Aam Aadmi Party legislator Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra have deepened, with police issuing arrest warrants against 16 people linked to him, including his son Harjashan Singh alias Jashn and personal aide Gurpreet Singh Gurri. Others named include AAP’s district youth chief Amar Singh Sanghera along with several associates. The FIR, registered at Civil Lines police station in Patiala, accuses the group of harbouring the absconding MLA, obstructing police action, and disturbing peace. Pathanmajra, who is wanted in connection with a rape case, remains untraceable despite searches being carried out in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and…

09 Sep

PM Narendra Modi to Assess Flood Damage in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh During Today’s Visit

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit flood-hit regions in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh today, September 9, to personally inspect the damage caused by the devastating floods that have wreaked havoc in both states. This will be Modi’s first visit to the areas since the natural calamity struck, prompting both state governments to officially declare the regions flood-affected. The Prime Minister’s visit will begin with an aerial survey of flood-impacted districts in both states, followed by face-to-face meetings with local authorities and affected citizens. His trip is expected to provide a crucial insight into the scale…

07 Sep

Punjab Govt Sets Safety Protocols as Schools, Colleges Reopen

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Chandigarh(Gurpreet Singh): Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Thursday issued fresh instructions regarding the reopening of educational institutions in Punjab. He said that all government, private, and aided schools, along with colleges and universities, would function normally from tomorrow, except in places where flood-related damage makes it unsafe. In such cases, the Deputy Commissioner of the district will take the final call on closures. Highlighting student safety as the top priority, Bains directed private school authorities to thoroughly assess their campuses and classrooms before resuming classes. He underlined that it is the duty of managements to ensure a secure environment…