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Big news – Punjab Govt. to act on Gym Heart Attack Cases
16 Aug

Big news – Punjab Govt. to act on Gym Heart Attack Cases

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has launched strict action after several cases of young people collapsing due to sudden heart attacks while exercising in gyms. Authorities will now test protein powders and supplements commonly used by gym-goers to check for adulteration or harmful substances. Health Minister Balbir Singh said that the government wants to ensure people are consuming safe products. “We will soon begin testing food supplements and gym-related products to know exactly what is being used,” he added. Along with this, gyms will also be checked for air quality and oxygen levels, as experts fear that overcrowded…
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New Delhi – Thar Hits Bike, Rider Killed!
16 Aug

New Delhi – Thar Hits Bike, Rider Killed!

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A tragic accident was reported in the capital’s Moti Nagar area, where a speeding white Thar SUV fatally hit a motorcyclist. The deceased has been identified as 40-year-old Bechu Lal. According to eyewitnesses, the impact of the collision was so severe that the bike was completely mangled and the SUV’s airbags deployed instantly. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene after the crash, while police launched a search operation. CCTV footage from the area and statements from locals are being examined as part of the investigation. A video of the incident circulating on social media…
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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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Punjab’s Rs.800-Crore Road & Bridge Projects Cancelled; State Urges Centre to Reconsider
14 Aug

Punjab’s Rs.800-Crore Road & Bridge Projects Cancelled; State Urges Centre to Reconsider

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Centre has cancelled projects worth nearly Rs. 800 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Punjab, which included the construction of 64 roads (total length 628.48 km) and 38 new bridges. Most of these projects were located in border districts such as Pathankot, Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Tarn Taran. The Punjab government has written to Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, urging early approval to avoid disruption to connectivity in rural and border areas. The projects, sanctioned in March, were to be executed using Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) — an eco-friendly technology…
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Heavy Rain Alerts in Several Punjab Districts, Yellow Warning Alert
13 Aug

Heavy Rain Alerts in Several Punjab Districts, Yellow Warning Alert

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Several areas in Punjab have been experiencing rainfall since last night, with heavy showers expected in some regions over the next two days. The Chandigarh Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert valid until August 15. In the past 24 hours, the state’s average maximum temperature dropped by 0.6°C, which is 3.5°C below normal. Bathinda recorded the highest temperature at 36.3°C. Patiala also received rainfall, with 8.4 mm measured. Rising water levels in the Beas River, due to the release from Pong Dam, have created flood-like conditions in Hoshiarpur. Similar situations are reported in Ferozepur 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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Panjab University Hostel Fraud: Rs.60 Lakh Transferred to Former Employee’s Account
12 Aug

Panjab University Hostel Fraud: Rs.60 Lakh Transferred to Former Employee’s Account

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A Rs.60 lakh embezzlement case has surfaced at the Dr. Sushil Nayar Working Women Hostel of Panjab University (PU), involving alleged misappropriation of students’ hostel fees. The university administration has filed an FIR, and police have begun an investigation into the matter. Sources confirmed that the inquiry committee formed earlier has already submitted its report. The scam allegedly took place during the tenure of former hostel warden Prof. Avneet Kaur. A former daily-wage female employee, who worked at the hostel, is accused of transferring nearly Rs.60 lakh into her personal bank account. She was suspended following…
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Punjab – Temporary Beas River Embankment Breaches, Villages on Alert
12 Aug

Punjab – Temporary Beas River Embankment Breaches, Villages on Alert

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Mand Baupur area is on high alert after a temporary embankment built by local farmers along the Beas River gave way as water levels rose dangerously high. The breach has created a risk of flooding in several nearby villages, threatening thousands of acres of standing paddy crops. Concerned residents have begun working together to rebuild the embankment and stop the water from advancing further into agricultural land and homes. Former MLA Navtej Singh Cheema visited the site to assess the situation, assuring farmers that the Congress party stands with them in this crisis. He urged the…
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Over 150 Health Workers Trained to Detect Early Signs of Cervical and Breast Cancer
11 Aug

Over 150 Health Workers Trained to Detect Early Signs of Cervical and Breast Cancer

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- As part of a new initiative to fight cancer, more than 150 accredited social health workers (ASHA workers) have been trained to identify and diagnose early stages of cervical and breast cancer. This program was launched in Delhi during the 31st Annual Conference held from August 8 to 10, organized by the National Association for Reproductive and Child Health of India (NARCHI) with support from the Obstetrics and Gynecology Institute at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. The training included how to recognize symptoms and follow referral protocols to ensure patients are quickly guided to diagnostic centers. It…
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Punjab Government Announces Free Treatment for Thalassemia Patients, Including Costly Bone Marrow Transplants
11 Aug

Punjab Government Announces Free Treatment for Thalassemia Patients, Including Costly Bone Marrow Transplants

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has taken a significant step to support children suffering from thalassemia by announcing free treatment for these patients across the state. The government will bear the entire cost of bone marrow transplants (BMT), amounting to ₹10 lakh per procedure. Patients can apply directly through a dedicated portal, as the government has signed an agreement with a company based at CMC Ludhiana to facilitate this treatment. Punjab currently has over a thousand thalassemia patients, with 24 treatment centers established throughout the state. Health officials have clarified that there will be no adverse effects on…
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