Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

15 Feb

Kejriwal, Mann Offer Prayers at Sri Rankeshwar Mahadev Temple on Maha Shivratri, Seek Peace and Prosperity for Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabArvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Maha Shivratri, Sri Rankeshwar Mahadev Temple

DHURI (Gurpreet Singh): On the sacred occasion of Maha Shivratri, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann paid obeisance at the revered Sri Rankeshwar Mahadev Temple and performed Pooja at the historic Siddh Peeth, seeking blessings for peace, prosperity and continued progress for Punjab and the nation. Greeting people at the festival, the AAP Chief described Mahashivratri as a civilizational celebration rooted in India’s ancient spiritual tradition and prayed that Lord Bholenath’s grace always remain upon every citizen. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann reaffirmed that the Punjab Government remains firmly committed to preserving…

15 Feb

Akali-BJP and Congress unleashed drugs in state; smugglers being held are linked to these parties: Harpal Cheema

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema today said that the Punjab government's 'War on Drugs' campaign has achieved another big success, when Gurkirat Singh, a resident of Kalanaur in Gurdaspur district, was allegedly caught doing drugs inside the cremation ground. Cheema said that this accused has direct links with the Congress party and photographs of the arrested person with various big leaders of the Congress have also surfaced. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that Punjab knows that when the Akali Dal-BJP was in power in the state or the Congress party was in power, a flood…

14 Feb

AAP Targets Congress After Leader Booked Under NDPS Act in Batala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, Congress Punjab, Gurkirat Singh Kalu, Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, NDPS Act

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Friday hit out at the Congress after Congress leader Gurkirat Singh alias Kalu was reportedly caught consuming heroin in Batala and booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Responding to the development, AAP Punjab Chief spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said the incident has exposed the Congress party at a time when Punjab is fighting a decisive battle against drugs.On this, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “Gurkirat Kalu is known as a close associate of senior Congress leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhjinder…

14 Feb

Cabinet Clears Rs.18,509-Crore Rail Line Expansion Projects to Boost Capacity and Connectivity

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAshwini Vaishnaw announcement, CCEA railway approval, Delhi Ambala rail expansion, Indian Railways capacity boost, Narendra Modi infrastructure projects

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three major railway infrastructure projects with a combined outlay of ₹18,509 crore. The initiatives are aimed at expanding track capacity and improving operational efficiency across key corridors in multiple states. The sanctioned projects include the addition of third and fourth railway lines on the Kasara–Manmad, Delhi–Ambala, and Bellary–Hosapete routes. Together, the works will expand the network of Indian Railways by approximately 389 km, covering 12 districts in Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra and Karnataka. Delhi–Ambala Project Gains Strategic Importance The 194-km Delhi–Ambala corridor,…

14 Feb

SIT Nears Completion of Sabarimala Gold Loss Investigation, Says Kerala DGP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaKerala DGP Ravada Chandrasekhar, Kerala High Court monitoring, Sabarimala gold investigation, Sabarimala Temple gold case

Thiruvananthapuram (Gurpreet Singh): Kerala’s State Police Chief Ravada Chandrasekhar on Saturday announced that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) examining the alleged gold loss at Sabarimala has almost wrapped up its work, with the probe progressing in an orderly manner. Speaking to the media, the Director General of Police said the investigation is being carried out under the close watch of the Kerala High Court, which is overseeing the proceedings to ensure transparency and accountability. According to Chandrasekhar, the SIT has conducted a thorough inquiry and is now in the final phase of completing its findings. Allegations Linked to Temple Gold…

14 Feb

Hearings Conclude for ‘Logical Discrepancy’ Cases in West Bengal; Final Electoral Rolls on February 28

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaElection Commission of India, logical discrepancy hearings, SIR exercise, West Bengal electoral roll revision

Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): The hearing process for “logical discrepancy” cases under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise concluded across West Bengal on Saturday, a senior official of the Election Commission of India said. The final electoral rolls are now scheduled to be published on February 28. The hearings, which began on December 27, were conducted at designated camps set up in schools, club premises and government buildings throughout the state. The exercise aimed to address omissions, spelling errors and other inconsistencies detected in the draft voter list. According to the official, election authorities will scrutinise submitted documents until February 21…

14 Feb

PM Modi Inaugurates Major Infrastructure Projects in Assam Ahead of Assembly Polls

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBrahmaputra bridge Guwahati, Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu inauguration, Narendra Modi Assam visit

Guwahati (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a series of infrastructure and development projects in Assam, including a new bridge over the Brahmaputra, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Guwahati and a National Data Centre for the northeastern region. The projects, unveiled months before the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, are aimed at enhancing connectivity, strengthening digital infrastructure, boosting higher education and improving urban public transport. During his day-long visit, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, a six-lane extradosed Prestressed Concrete bridge constructed at an estimated cost of ₹3,030 crore. The bridge connects Guwahati with…

14 Feb

Rahul Gandhi Alleges India-US Trade Deal Harms Cotton Farmers, Textile Exporters

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiacotton farmers impact, India-US interim trade deal, Rahul Gandhi statement, textile exporters tariff issue

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused the Centre of misleading the public over the interim India-US trade arrangement, alleging that the agreement would adversely impact cotton farmers and textile exporters. In a post on X, Gandhi claimed the government had failed to safeguard the interests of both sectors. He argued that a forward-looking administration would have secured terms that ensured mutual growth and stability rather than creating uncertainty. Referring to tariff differences, Gandhi said Indian garment exports face an 18 per cent tariff in the United States, while Bangladesh reportedly…

14 Feb

Early Onset of Heat in Punjab This February; Clear Skies Till 16th, Rain Likely Under Western Disturbance Influence

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

National Times Bureau :- Punjab has begun witnessing early signs of rising temperatures this February, hinting at the approaching summer season sooner than usual. Daytime temperatures across several districts have climbed above the seasonal average, while bright sunshine and dry weather conditions have prevailed in most parts of the state. According to meteorological observations, the weather is expected to remain largely clear and dry until February 16. Residents are likely to experience warm afternoons, though mornings and evenings may continue to remain relatively pleasant. However, a change in weather conditions is anticipated after February 16 due to the impact of…

14 Feb

A Dark Chapter in History: Seven Years After Pulwama, the Sacrifice That Stirred the Soul of the Nation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingBlack Day, Pulwama Attack

National Times Bureau :- The Pulwama terror attack remains one of the most defining and painful chapters in India’s modern security history. On February 14, 2019, a convoy of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel travelling from Jammu to Srinagar was targeted in a suicide bombing at Lethpora in South Kashmir. An explosives-laden vehicle rammed into a bus carrying security personnel, killing 40 brave soldiers. The attack was not merely a tragic loss of lives; it marked a turning point in India’s counter-terrorism approach. It triggered nationwide grief and outrage, forcing a fundamental shift in how India responds to cross-border…