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06 Jan

Pakistan halts Sarabjeet Kaur’s repatriation citing pending cases, first picture in custody surfaces

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAmritsar, Pakistan, Punjab, Sarabjeet Kaur, Update

National Times Bureau :- The repatriation of Sarabjeet Kaur from Pakistan has once again been delayed by the Pakistan government. Citing an ongoing court case, Pakistan Interior Ministry halted her repatriation through the Attari–Wagah border. The ministry said hat the woman married with her own will and that the matter is currently under consideration in the court. Once al the legal formalities are completed and court pronounces its final verdict, she will be send back to India. Sarabjit Kaur had travelled to Pakistan on a visitor’s visa as part of a jatha of Sikh pilgrims to mark Guru Nanak Dev’s…

15 Nov

Two hawala agents arrested for funding Delhi blast suspect; Rs 20 lakh trail linked to fertiliser purchases

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaDelhi Blast, Update

National Times Bureau :- Two men suspected of operating as hawala couriers and allegedly facilitating cash transfers to Delhi blast prime suspect Dr Mohammad Umar Un Nabi were detained on Saturday, according to officials investigating the case. The accused, whose names have been withheld until interrogation is completed, are believed to have channelled funds from hawala operators in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk to Dr Umar at Al-Falah Medical College in Faridabad. As per information, the detained handlers acted as intermediaries, routinely collecting cash from Chandni Chowk and delivering it to Dr Umar. The money was reportedly used to support procurement and…

04 Nov

Patiala: CBI raids property dealer’s house in connection with suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDIG, Patiala, Punjab News, Update

National Times Bureau :- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is carrying out a raid at the residence of Bhupinder Singh, owner of BH Properties, in Patiala in connection with the ongoing probe against suspended Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, who was earlier arrested in a bribery case. According to sources, the CBI team reached Bhupinder Singh’s residence early in the morning and conducted an extensive search operation, restricting entry and exit during the raid. Officials have not issued an official statement yet, but sources revealed that BH Properties’ name surfaced during Bhullar’s interrogation and from documents recovered during…

04 Nov

California crash: Indian-origin trucker Jashanpreet Singh not under drug influence during fatal accident, say US officials

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsCalifornia, Punjabi, Truck Driver, Update

National Times Bureau :- A major development has emerged in the California road accident case involving 21-year-old Indian-origin driver Jashanpreet Singh from Yuba City. US authorities have now clarified that Singh was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the accident that claimed three lives last month. He was arrested on October 21 on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) after a deadly collision on a San Bernardino County freeway. However, a recent toxicology report has revealed no traces of intoxicating substances in his blood. Despite this, officials confirmed that charges of vehicular manslaughter…

15 Oct

20 Dead in Jaisalmer Bus Fire; PM Modi Expresses Grief, Announces ₹2 Lakh Ex-Gratia

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBus Fire, India, Jaisalmer, PM Modi, Update

National Times Bureau :- At least twenty passengers were burnt alive and several others critically injured after a private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tuesday, the police said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed grief over the loss of lives and announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of deceased. “Distressed by the loss of lives due to a mishap in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. My thoughts are with the affected people and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured," PM Modi said in…