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Giani Harpreet Singh Set to Become New President of Rebel Shiromani Akali Dal

Giani Harpreet Singh Set to Become New President of Rebel Shiromani Akali Dal

National Times Bureau :- Giani Harpreet Singh is likely to be appointed as the new president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Rebel faction). Senior leaders have agreed to support him, and a final decision is expected in tomorrow’s committee meeting. Earlier, Giani Harpreet Singh had announced on social media that he was stepping back from the race and supported Bibi Satwant Kaur for the post. However, party leaders have now convinced him to accept the presidency. Bibi Satwant Kaur remains a key contender, but the party is expected to finalize the leadership soon.
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Major Crackdown on Drug Peddlers in Moga: Police Conduct Intensive Search Operation

Major Crackdown on Drug Peddlers in Moga: Police Conduct Intensive Search Operation

National Times Bureau :- In a determined push to make Punjab drug-free, the Punjab Government and Punjab Police have intensified their ongoing campaign against narcotics. As part of this drive, Moga Police on Sunday morning carried out a large-scale CASCO operation in Sadda Wali Basti and several other areas of the district. The operation was led by Punjab ADGP Shiv Kumar, Moga SSP Ajay Gandhi, along with all DSPs and SHOs of the district. Around 200 police personnel were deployed, conducting door-to-door searches at suspected hideouts of drug traffickers. ADGP Shiv Kumar stated that several drug peddlers in Moga district…
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Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident from Ananda village in Punjab’s Sangrur district has left the entire community in morning, after a father and his young son died following a snake bite. The incident occurred on August 6, turning what should have been a day of celebration into a day of grief, as it was also the young boy’s birthday. According to villagers, 35-year-old Gurmukh Singh was working in the fields of his cousin, Jagtar Singh, and had taken his five-year-old son Kamaldeep with him to cut grass. After completing the work, Gurmukh was washing his hands and feet…
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Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed

Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed

National Times Bureau :- In a significant development in Jalandhar's political scene, the Punjab Government has removed Rajwinder Kaur Thiara from her post as Chairperson of the Improvement Trust. This move marks the first time in recent memory that a sitting chairperson has been replaced within just six months of appointment. Rajwinder Kaur has now been replaced by Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa, who has officially been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Jalandhar Improvement Trust. The sudden change has drawn attention, especially given its timing and the short tenure of the outgoing chairperson. The government has not yet provided…
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Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening law enforcement at the grassroots level, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh Sidhu has ordered the transfer of nine Station House Officers (SHOs) across various police stations in Ferozepur district. According to the official notification, Inspector Jaswinder Singh, SHO Guruharsahai, has been posted as SHO Sadar Zira, while Inspector Gurmeet Singh, SHO Kulgarhi, has been transferred as SHO City Zira. Sub-Inspector Baljinder Singh, previously SHO Sadar Zira, will now take charge as SHO Kulgarhi. Sub-Inspector (Local) Baljinder Singh, earlier posted at City Zira, has been appointed SHO…
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Big news – Punjab Roadways Union Threatens Statewide Bus Strike Tomorrow

Big news – Punjab Roadways Union Threatens Statewide Bus Strike Tomorrow

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Roadways, PRTC, and Punbus Contract Workers’ Union has announced a complete bus strike across all 27 depots in Punjab starting tomorrow afternoon if their demands are not met by then. Today, the union held gate rallies at every depot in the state to raise their voice. Union leader Resham Singh Gill said that despite multiple meetings with Punjab government and transport officials over the past year, no solution has been reached. He accused the government of making false promises and delaying action. The union has warned that if the government fails to take action…
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Famous Punjabi Singer Jagseer Singh Arrested in 36 Kg Opium Case

Famous Punjabi Singer Jagseer Singh Arrested in 36 Kg Opium Case

National Times Bureau :- Punjabi singer Jagseer Singh has been arrested in connection with a major drug case. The singer was wanted in a 36-kilogram opium recovery case and had been absconding for years. His arrest marks a significant breakthrough for the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Chandigarh, in its ongoing crackdown against drug trafficking. Jagseer Singh was nabbed by the Chandigarh unit of the NCB, which had been tracking him for his alleged role in drug dealing. He had been declared a wanted accused in a narcotics case dating back to 2015. According to officials, the singer was involved in…
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Weather Update: Rain in Himachal Raises Flood Concerns in Punjab, Heavy Rain Expected on August 12

Weather Update: Rain in Himachal Raises Flood Concerns in Punjab, Heavy Rain Expected on August 12

National Times Bureau :- While the ongoing heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has triggered flood-like conditions in parts of Punjab, the Meteorological Department has issued a clear update for the state. For now, there is no rain alert for Punjab. According to the latest forecast, the weather is expected to remain normal for the next five days. However, on August 12, heavy rainfall is likely, and an official alert has been issued for that day. Meanwhile, the Water Resources Department has released about 23,300 cusecs of water from Pong Dam at 5 PM on Wednesday. By Thursday morning, the volume…
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Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami

Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami

National Times Bureau :- The Shromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President, Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured Gurpreet Kaur, a young Sikh woman, for firmly standing by her Sikh identity during a recent incident in Rajasthan. Gurpreet Kaur was reportedly stopped from appearing in a judicial service examination in Rajasthan after she refused to remove her kirpan and kara two of the five sacred (Kakaars) of faith worn by Amritdhari Sikhs. The exam authorities allegedly asked her to remove them before entering the venue, but she declined, citing the Sikh Rehat Maryada (Code of Conduct). As a result, she was denied…
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Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day

Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day

National Times Bureau :- District Magistrate Viraj S. Tidke has declared August 15 as a Dry Day in Malerkotla in view of Independence Day celebrations. No sale or serving of alcohol will be allowed in hotels, liquor shops, clubs, restaurants, or any other public or private places on this day. The order bans the sale, distribution, or serving of liquor or similar intoxicating substances in any form. Even establishments with valid licenses to store or serve alcohol will not be allowed to do so on August 15. The administration noted that Independence Day is celebrated across the country with great…
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