Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

20 Feb

New Delhi Reaffirms Two-State Solution by Backing UN Criticism of West Bank Settlements

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian government has clarified its recent decision to join a significant United Nations statement condemning Israeli settlement activities in the West Bank, emphasizing that the move is a direct reflection of its long-standing foreign policy. This clarification follows a period of diplomatic observation where India initially opted out of a high-profile joint appearance by various nations in New York, only to formally associate itself with the collective statement later. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, this alignment underscores India’s persistent advocacy for a negotiated settlement that respects international law and established borders. In a…

20 Feb

Death Penalty Handed to Former Engineer and Spouse in Landmark Uttar Pradesh Abuse Case

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Banda, U.P (Gurpreet Singh): A special POCSO court in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has delivered a decisive verdict by sentencing a former junior engineer of the Irrigation Department and his wife to death for the systematic sexual exploitation of 33 minor boys. The ruling, handed down on Friday, addresses a decade-long period of abuse between 2010 and 2020, during which the couple targeted children as young as three years old. In a stern judicial rebuke, the court categorized the duo’s actions as falling within the "rarest of rare" category, citing the unparalleled depravity and the organized nature of their criminal conduct.…

20 Feb

India Seeks Stronger Bilateral Engagement with Bangladesh After New Government Takes Office

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India on Friday expressed its intent to deepen multifaceted ties with Bangladesh following the formation of a new government in Dhaka, reiterating its support for a democratic and inclusive political process in the neighbouring country. Responding to queries about the recent elections in Bangladesh, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had congratulated Tarique Rahman soon after his electoral victory. Jaiswal added that Om Birla attended the swearing-in ceremony in Dhaka on February 17 and personally delivered a letter from the Prime Minister to the new Bangladeshi leader. During the visit,…

20 Feb

New Delhi Relocation Order Issued for Slums Near Prime Minister’s Residence

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has initiated a formal eviction process for three major slum clusters situated along Race Course Road, a high-security zone located in close proximity to the Prime Minister’s official residence. According to a directive issued this Thursday by the Land and Development Office, inhabitants of the Bhai Ram, Masjid, and DID camps have been instructed to vacate their current dwellings by March 6. This administrative move is part of a broader urban realignment strategy that requires residents to transition to government-allotted flats within the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board colony…

20 Feb

Traffic and Parking Advisory Issued Ahead of Three-Day Rose Festival in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh, Gurpreet Singh :- In view of the three-day Rose Festival commencing Friday, the Chandigarh Police has issued a detailed traffic and parking advisory to ensure smooth movement of vehicles and public safety during the event. The annual festival, which draws large crowds from across the region, will be held at the iconic Zakir Hussain Rose Garden. Anticipating heavy footfall, authorities have announced special traffic arrangements, designated parking zones, and possible diversions around key roads leading to the venue. Police officials stated that certain stretches near the Rose Garden may witness congestion during peak hours, particularly in the evening. Commuters…

20 Feb

Sidhu Alleges Land Scam Against Raja Warring, Congress Rift Deepens in Punjab

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Chandigarh, Gurpreet Singh :- Fresh cracks have surfaced within the Punjab unit of the Indian National Congress after Dr. Navjot Kaur Sidhu levelled serious allegations against Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring over an alleged land deal in Zirakpur. In a strongly worded statement, Dr. Sidhu questioned how nearly 100 acres of land were acquired in Zirakpur, alleging that only a portion of the land could have been legally purchased while the remaining acreage was obtained through fraudulent means, including forged signatures and exploitation of unsuspecting landowners. She also referred to an alleged financial irregularity running into thousands of…

20 Feb

Supreme Court Backs Afforestation as Long-Term Remedy for Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Emphasising the urgent need for sustainable environmental measures, the Supreme Court has indicated that expanding Delhi’s green cover could play a decisive role in addressing the capital’s chronic air pollution problem. The observation came during a hearing connected to alleged tree removal in the ridge region overseen by the Delhi Development Authority. Presiding over the matter, Chief Justice Surya Kant remarked that when authorities deliberate on improving the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the National Capital Region, large-scale tree plantation stands out as one of the most practical and enduring solutions. He noted that while pollution…

19 Feb

Legal Victory for Communal Dignity: Neeraj Pandey drops ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ Title following Supreme Court Rap

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) – In a significant move to uphold social harmony, acclaimed filmmaker Neeraj Pandey has officially informed the Supreme Court of India that he has abandoned the title of his upcoming Netflix film, originally called Ghooskhor Pandat. The decision comes after the apex court raised serious objections, noting that creative freedom cannot be used to denigrate specific communities. A Bench led by Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan disposed of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on Thursday after recording the director's undertaking. The court noted that with the "positive" step of withdrawing the controversial name and all…

19 Feb

Ramadan Tragedy: Gas Cylinder Blast Kills 16 in Karachi Apartment Collapse

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Karachi (Gurpreet Singh) – A devastating gas cylinder explosion tore through a multi-storey apartment building in Karachi on Thursday, February 19, 2026, leaving at least 16 people dead and many others injured. The blast occurred during the pre-dawn hours of the first day of Ramadan, as residents were preparing their suhoor (pre-fasting) meals. The explosion took place on the first floor of a residential compound in the densely populated Soldier Bazaar area. The force of the blast caused a partial collapse of the structure, trapping several families under layers of concrete and debris. Rescue Efforts and Victim Toll Local police…

19 Feb

Chhattisgarh: Sen Community Bans Private Phone Calls and Traditional ‘Joota Chupai’ for Engaged Couples

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Balod, Chhattisgarh (Gurpreet Singh) – In a move aimed at curbing a perceived rise in relationship break-ups, the Sen community in Chhattisgarh's Balod district has officially prohibited engaged couples from speaking to each other privately over the phone. The community, which represents approximately 250,000 people across the state, claims that excessive communication before marriage often leads to misunderstandings and dissolved engagements. The decision was formalized during a district-level meeting, where community leaders argued that pre-marital private chats were the primary cause of modern relationship friction. New Rules for "Traditional Harmony" Under the new regulations, any necessary communication between the bride…