Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

20 Mar

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ breaks records, becomes highest first-day grosser, eyes Rs 500 crore weekend

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingDhurandar, Movie

Gurpreet Singh :- Ranveer Singh-starrer 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' (Dhurandhar 2) has smashed box office records, surpassing the opening-day collection of 2023’s blockbuster “Jawan.” According to trade analysts, the film earned over Rs 97 crore on its first day, while 'Jawan' had collected Rs 75 crore on day one. Adding the paid previews, which raked in Rs 47 crore, the film’s total first-day earnings reached Rs 144 crore. Trade portal Sacnilk reports that advance bookings for the first weekend have already touched Rs 200 crore. With around 40-50% of seats typically booked in advance, industry experts predict that Dhurandhar 2 could cross…

20 Mar

Mohali court stays sentence of AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Maan’s husband in cheque bounce case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAnmol Gagan Maan

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant development, a Mohali district court has put a stay on the two-year jail sentence awarded to Shahbaz Singh Sohi, husband of AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Maan, in a cheque bounce case. The order was issued late Thursday evening, granting relief to Sohi and his co-accused. Earlier, on March 16, a court in Dera Bassi had sentenced Sohi and two others to two years of imprisonment after holding them guilty under provisions related to cheque dishonour. Advocate Vikramjit Passi, representing Sohi, confirmed that the sessions court has not only stayed the lower court’s verdict but…

20 Mar

Punjab – Rajasthan Water Dispute Escalates; CM Mann Says State Will Move Court Over ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Royalty Claim

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Punjab, TrendingCm bhagwant maan, Punjab, Rajasthan, Royalty, water dispute

Gurpreet Singh :- The ongoing dispute between Punjab and Rajasthan over water royalty has intensified, with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announcing that the state will take the matter to court if it is not resolved through dialogue. The conflict has deepened after Rajasthan rejected Punjab’s claim, stating that there is no legal basis for charging royalty on inter-state canal water. Addressing the issue, CM Mann asserted that Punjab is prepared to present its case before the judiciary and challenged Rajasthan to do the same. Taking a sharp dig, he remarked that no one admits wrongdoing without evidence, emphasizing that…

19 Mar

Akasa Air Flight From Phuket Struck by Lightning; Diverts Safely to Chennai

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAkasa Air Lightning Strike, Aviation Weather Incident, Boeing 737 MAX Safety, Chennai Flight Diversion 2026, Flight QP 624 Phuket Bengaluru

Chennai (Gurpreet Singh)— An Akasa Air flight traveling from Phuket to Bengaluru was forced to divert to Chennai on Wednesday after being struck by lightning during a period of severe weather. The aircraft, a Boeing 737 MAX operating as flight QP 624, was navigating through adverse atmospheric conditions when the strike occurred, prompting the flight crew to follow established safety protocols and redirect the plane to the nearest suitable airport. Airline officials confirmed on Thursday that the aircraft landed safely in Chennai without further incident, and all passengers and crew members remained unharmed throughout the encounter. Following the landing, the…

19 Mar

Baltej Pannu Questions Opposition Silence Over ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Water Dues Owed by Rajasthan to Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusinessBaltej Pannu AAP 2026, Bhagwant Mann Canal Water, Punjab Rajasthan Water Dispute, Sunil Jakhar BJP, ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Dues

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-charge and General Secretary Baltej Pannu on Thursday questioned the deafening silence of Congress, Akali Dal, and BJP leaders after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann placed evidence-backed facts showing that Rajasthan owes Punjab ₹1.44 lakh crore under the 1920 water agreement. He said that for decades, parties that ruled Punjab compromised its rights and today have no answers as the truth stands exposed before the people. AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said, “Ever since Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann presented evidence-backed facts that under the 1920 agreement, Rajasthan…

19 Mar

Bhagwant Mann Government Delivers Canal Water to Kandi Heights via Rs 214 Crore Kathgarh Scheme

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBarinder Kumar Goyal, Bhagwant Mann Govt Farmers, Bist Doab Canal Project, Kathgarh Lift Irrigation Scheme 2026, Punjab Kandi Belt Irrigation

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Asserting that all guarantees are being fulfilled without discrimination, Punjab Water Resources and Soil and Water Conservation Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal said the Bhagwant Mann-led government is delivering on its promises across sectors. The Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government has achieved a major irrigation breakthrough in the long-neglected Kandi belt, turning difficult terrain into cultivable opportunity. With the ₹214 crore Kathgarh Lift Irrigation Scheme bringing canal water to higher altitudes for the first time, he emphasised the AAP government's pro-farmer schemes, highlighting higher water utilisation, large-scale infrastructure investment and a long-term vision linking farmer relief with economic transformation.…

19 Mar

98-Year-Old Woman Receives Cashless Cancer Treatment Under Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann Healthcare, Cashless Cancer Treatment Moga, Dr Balbir Singh Health Minister, Punjab Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Reinforcing its commitment to accessible and dignified healthcare, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann continues to ensure that even the most vulnerable citizens receive timely medical treatment without financial burden, with a 98-year-old woman in Moga benefiting from cashless cancer care under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. Mukhtiar Kaur, one of the oldest beneficiaries of the scheme, underwent specialised treatment including chemotherapy-related care, fully covered under the Sehat Card. At an advanced age where continuous medical support is critical, the availability of cashless treatment ensured that medical decisions were driven purely…

19 Mar

Delhi Court Grants NIA Custody of US and Ukrainian Nationals Linked to Myanmar Insurgency Training

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaMatthew Aaron Van Dyke, Mizoram Border Infiltration, Myanmar EAG Training, NIA Custody 2026, Ukrainian Nationals Arrested

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— A special Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of a United States citizen and six Ukrainian nationals accused of infiltrating India to train Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs). Special Judge Prashant Sharma, presiding over the matter on Monday, March 16, ruled that the suspects would remain in NIA custody until March 27 to allow for a deeper investigation into a potential larger conspiracy involving Indian insurgent groups. The accused have been identified as US citizen Matthew Aaron Van Dyke and Ukrainian nationals Hurba Petro, Slyviak Taras, Ivan Sukmanovskyi, Stefankiv Marian, Honcharuk…

19 Mar

Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Decades-Old Definition of ‘Industry’ Under Labour Law

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBangalore Water Supply Case Reconsideration, Chief Justice Surya Kant, Supreme Court Industry Definition 2026, Triple Test Labour Law

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, on Thursday reserved its judgment on the legal correctness of a landmark 1978 ruling that provided an expansive definition of the term "industry." The verdict follows three days of intensive arguments concerning the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board v. A. Rajappa case, which has served as the bedrock of Indian labour jurisprudence for nearly half a century. The bench, which includes Justices B.V. Nagarathna, P.S. Narasimha, Dipankar Datta, Ujjal Bhuyan, Satish Chandra Sharma, Joymalya Bagchi, Alok Aradhe, and Vipul…

19 Mar

Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabPunjab News, Shromni akali dal

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s political landscape witnessed a significant development as former senior bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema formally joined the Shiromani Akali Dal, triggering fresh discussions across political circles. Known for his long administrative career, Cheema has held key positions at both state and national levels, earning a reputation as an experienced and upright officer. Cheema, who hails from the Lehra constituency, had a close association with former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, serving in an important advisory capacity for several years. His administrative journey also includes working at the national level, adding to his wide-ranging governance experience. Welcoming him into…