Punjab Archives - Page 63 of 77

20 Jul

Anmol Gagan Maan Withdraws Resignation, Reaffirms Loyalty to AAP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Amnol Gagan Maan, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): In a fresh political development, senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab cabinet minister Anmol Gagan Maan has announced her decision to withdraw her resignation, reaffirming her faith in the party’s leadership. Taking to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Maan wrote, “Met AAP Punjab president Aman Arora today. Accepted the decision of Aam Aadmi Party and Arvind Kejriwal to reject the resignation.” Her public statement comes days after she had submitted her resignation amid growing speculation over internal party disagreements. However, with this move, she appears to have signaled a truce and a renewed…

18 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann dedicates newly constructed Tehsil complexes at Amargarh and Ahmedgarh sub devisions

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Malerkotla (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday gave a bonanza of more than Rs 13 crore to the residents of Malerkotla district by dedicating newly constructed tehsil Complexes at Amargarh and Ahmedgarh Sub Divisions. Divulging the details, the Chief Minister said that the residents of the Amargarh and Ahmedgarh Sub-Divisions have been given this gift as a part of his government’s commitment to ensure judicious utilization of taxpayers’ money for their welfare. He said that while Rs 6.36 crore have been spent to construct Tehsil complex at Amargarh, Rs 6.86 crore have been spent on the…

16 Jul

Fauja Singh Death Case: Accused NRI Amritpal Dhillon Remanded to 14-Day Judicial Custody

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, TrendingAmritpal Dhillon, Fauja Singh, Punjab

Jalandhar, (National Times): In a significant development in the Fauja Singh death case, the accused NRI Amritpal Dhillon has been remanded to 14 days' judicial custody by the CJM Court on Wednesday. Dhillon was produced before Hon’ble Judge Mr. Manik Koda, who ordered his judicial custody following the hearing. The accused is alleged to have hit 114-year-old marathon legend Fauja Singh with his vehicle while the latter was crossing a road in Jalandhar on Monday. The collision left the centenarian runner grievously injured. Despite immediate efforts to provide medical care, Fauja Singh tragically succumbed to his injuries, sparking national mourning.…

14 Jul

Colonel Assault Case: Punjab & Haryana High Court Summons SIT Chief Over Plea Seeking CBI Probe Amid Alleged Police Inaction

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Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday summoned the head of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Chandigarh Police over a petition demanding that the investigation into the alleged assault of a Colonel by Punjab Police officials be transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The petition, filed by Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath, alleges inaction and bias by the Chandigarh Police, which was tasked with probing the case. Colonel Bath, who is posted at the Army Headquarters in New Delhi, claimed that he and his son were brutally attacked by four Punjab Police inspectors and…

14 Jul

Big Blow to Punjab: Supreme Court Quashes Appointment of 1,158 Assistant Professors and Librarians

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New Delhi/Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant setback to Punjab’s higher education sector, the Supreme Court of India has quashed the appointments of 1,158 college faculty members, including 1,091 assistant professors and 67 librarians, across government colleges in the state. The apex court’s decision comes in response to writ petitions filed by aggrieved candidates, who raised serious concerns about irregularities and procedural lapses in the recruitment process. The petitioners alleged that merit-based norms were violated, and the recruitment was carried out without involving the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), which is the constitutionally mandated body for such appointments. The Supreme…

12 Jul

Day 133 of Yudh Nashian Virudh: 120 drug smugglers held with 707 grams of heroin.

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDe-addiction Treatment, No Drugs, Punjab, Yudh Nasheyan Virudh

As part of ‘de-addiction’, Punjab Police convince 76 persons to undergo de-addiction treatment.CHANDIGARH, July 12: With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state completed 133 days, Punjab Police on Saturday arrested 120 drug smugglers and recovered 707 grams heroin and Rs 16,300 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 21,660 in just 133 days. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28…

11 Jul

Punjab, Gujarat, and Chandigarh Lead India in Sending Students Abroad

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsCanada, India, World NewsDelhi, Haryana, Punjab

New Delhi (National Times): According to a recent report, based on passport issuance data between 2016 and 2021, Punjab, Gujarat, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh have emerged as the top regions in India sending the highest number of students abroad per lakh population. A lot of people from India look forward to moving to other countries, seeking a bright future. In the meantime, let's have a look at what the numbers say. Key Highlights: Punjab tops the chart with 869 students per lakh population going abroad for studies. Gujarat follows closely with 278 students per lakh, while Chandigarh recorded…

10 Jul

From Punjab health insurance to major policy reforms, CM Bhagwant Mann tells about decisions taken during Cabinet meeting

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): After chairing an important Cabinet meeting, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann addressed the media and announced several landmark decisions taken by the state government, including a revolutionary health initiative, reforms in industrial land charges, and updates on a new sacrilege law. Free Health Treatment up to Rs 10 Lakh for Punjab Residents In a major relief for the people of Punjab, CM Bhagwant Mann unveiled a health card scheme offering cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh per person. Unlike other schemes, no forms or applications are required to avail this benefit. “Only Punjab residents will be…

10 Jul

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Special Session Begins with Obituary References, Adjourned Till Friday

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Chandigarh (National Times): The two-day special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha began on a solemn note Thursday, with the House paying rich tributes to several prominent personalities and martyrs who passed away recently. Following the obituary references, Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan adjourned the House till 10 AM on Friday. Tributes to Eminent Personalities and Martyrs The House observed a moment of silence and passed condolence resolutions in memory of several distinguished figures: Dr. Kashmir Singh Sohal, former MLA from Tarn Taran, was remembered for his decades-long contribution to public health and medical administration. He served as a medical officer…

10 Jul

Two-Day Special Session of Punjab Vidhan Sabha Begins: Law & Order, Land Pooling, and Sacrilege Bill on Agenda

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab, Punjab Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha is set to witness high political drama as a two-day special session kicks off today. With both the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Congress bracing for heated debates, the session is expected to be charged with confrontation over critical state issues. Congress Gears Up to Corner Govt on Law & Order, Land Pooling Led by Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa, the Congress party has conducted a legislative party meeting ahead of the session, devising a strong strategy to take on the Bhagwant Mann-led government. The opposition has raised serious…