Gurpreet Singh

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Dense Fog to Grip 12 Punjab Districts as Cold Wave Intensifies, Strong Winds Expected

Dense Fog to Grip 12 Punjab Districts as Cold Wave Intensifies, Strong Winds Expected

National Times Bureau :- The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for dense fog and cold conditions across several parts of northern India, including Punjab, over the coming days. According to the department, thick fog is expected to prevail during late night and early morning hours, significantly reducing visibility and posing challenges for daily activities. States such as Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness dense fog, which may disrupt normal movement and increase risks for commuters. The prevailing weather conditions are expected to affect road, rail and air traffic, particularly during morning hours when visibility may…
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Holy Cities: Notification Issued Granting Holy City Status to Three Cities in Punjab

Holy Cities: Notification Issued Granting Holy City Status to Three Cities in Punjab

National Times Bureau :- Governor of Punjab has given formal approval to the Bhagwant Mann government’s decision under which three important places in the state were declared Holy Cities. A notification in this regard has also been issued. The announcement was made in the form of a resolution during a session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha held at Sri Anandpur Sahib, following which the proposal was sent to the Governor for approval. However, the notification does not mention any details regarding the implementation of this decision.
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Sohana Kabaddi Cup firing: Gangster Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal slams AAP over collapsing law and order

Sohana Kabaddi Cup firing: Gangster Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal slams AAP over collapsing law and order

National Times Bureau :- Hours after Kabaddi promoter and coach Rana Balachauria was shot dead by unknown assailants during a live Kabaddi tournament, gangster Dony Bal claimed responsibility for the attack, according to a Facebook postunder name Gopi Ghanshyampuria. However PTC News does not independently verify the post.  "I, Donibal, Saganpreet, Mohabbat Randhawa, Amar Khabe, Prabh Daswal and Kaushal Chaudhary, take responsibility for the killing of Rana Balachauria during the Kabaddi Cup in Mohali today. This man (Rana) was in contact with our rivals Jaggu and Lawrence," the post read.  It further added, "He had provided shelter to the killer…
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Bathinda Court Grants Exemption to Kangana Ranaut in Farmers’ Protest Defamation Case

Bathinda Court Grants Exemption to Kangana Ranaut in Farmers’ Protest Defamation Case

Bathinda, December 15, 2025: A local court in Bathinda on Monday allowed an application seeking exemption from personal appearance filed on behalf of Bollywood actor and BJP Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut in a defamation case linked to her remarks during the farmers’ protest. After granting the relief, the court listed the matter for further hearing on January 5, 2026.The case was initiated by Bebe Mahinder Kaur, a resident of Bahadurgarh Jandian village in Bathinda district. The complaint pertains to certain social media comments allegedly posted by Ranaut at the height of the farmers’ agitation against the now-repealed central farm…
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Kabaddi Promoter Rana Balachauria Dies After Being Shot at Sohana Tournament in Mohali

Kabaddi Promoter Rana Balachauria Dies After Being Shot at Sohana Tournament in Mohali

Mohali, December 15, 2025: Kabaddi promoter and player Rana Balachauria, who was critically injured in a firing incident during a Kabaddi tournament in Sohana on Monday, succumbed to his injuries while being taken to Fortis Hospital in Mohali. Hospital authorities declared him brought dead.According to preliminary information, Balachauria sustained four to five bullet injuries to the head when unidentified assailants opened fire at the tournament venue. The attack triggered panic among players and spectators present at the event.Mohali Senior Superintendent of Police Harman Hans, who reached the spot soon after the incident, said that initial investigations suggest the possibility of…
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BJP Government Should Respect Sikh Sentiments: AAP MP Writes Letter to PM, Demands Renaming ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ to ‘Sahibzade Shahadat Diwas’

BJP Government Should Respect Sikh Sentiments: AAP MP Writes Letter to PM, Demands Renaming ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ to ‘Sahibzade Shahadat Diwas’

Chandigarh, December 15, 2025: The government of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has once again taken the central BJP government to task. MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding that ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ be renamed to ‘Sahibzade Shahadat Diwas’. The Punjab government says that the central government is ignoring the religious sentiments of the Sikh community and not giving due respect to Punjab's glorious history. This issue once again proves that the Aam Aadmi Party government is ready to fight on every front for Punjab's identity and the honor of Sikh religion.In…
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Mann Govt’s Bold New Rules: They  Declares Detention of Dead Bodies a Crime, Warning Strict License Action on private hospitals

Mann Govt’s Bold New Rules: They  Declares Detention of Dead Bodies a Crime, Warning Strict License Action on private hospitals

Chandigarh, December 15, 2025: The Bhagwant Mann government of the Aam Aadmi Party has issued some strict and public-friendly guidelines for private hospitals in the state. These decisions aim to strengthen patients' rights and ensure humane practices in the health sector. According to orders from the Health Department, all private hospitals must now have a mortuary facility. This is to keep dead bodies safe and with respect. This step stops those cases where families face problems with their loved ones' bodies.The most important decision is that hospitals must hand over the dead body to the family, even if the bill…
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Threat Emails Prompt Security Scare at Jalandhar Schools, Classes Suspended

Threat Emails Prompt Security Scare at Jalandhar Schools, Classes Suspended

Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh): A security alert was sounded in parts of Jalandhar on Monday after multiple privately run schools received messages warning of a possible bomb attack, forcing authorities to take urgent precautionary measures. Students were sent home and school buildings were cleared as police teams rushed to assess the situation. Officials said school administrations contacted law enforcement soon after the threatening emails were received earlier in the day. Acting swiftly, police asked managements to vacate the premises to ensure there was no risk to children or staff. Institutions such as St. Joseph’s Convent School and KMV School were among…
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RRTS Project Set to Transform Rewari and Bawal, Says Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh

RRTS Project Set to Transform Rewari and Bawal, Says Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh

Chandigarh, December 14 — Union Minister of State for Statistics, Programme Implementation and Planning Rao Inderjit Singh on Sunday said that the upcoming Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) project will bring rapid and visible development to Rewari and Bawal, significantly improving connectivity and economic activity in the region.The Union Minister was addressing a gathering in village Bambad of Rewari district after unveiling the statue of Kudiyaram Yadav. During the event, Rao Inderjit Singh announced a grant of ₹11 lakh for road construction work in the village, responding to long-pending local infrastructure needs.Speaking on the occasion, the minister said that approval…
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Punjab Govt Launches OTS Scheme to Resolve Decades-Old Industrial Disputes, Offers ₹410 Crore Relief to 1,145 Units

Punjab Govt Launches OTS Scheme to Resolve Decades-Old Industrial Disputes, Offers ₹410 Crore Relief to 1,145 Units

Chandigarh, December 14, 2025: Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the state government has launched a historic One-Time Settlement (OTS) scheme, providing unprecedented relief to industrialists. This scheme is proving to be a boon for 1,145 industrial plot holders who have been facing legal and financial difficulties for over forty years due to increased land costs and defaults in payment of the principal amount. This scheme, launched by the Punjab Small Industries and Export Corporation (PSIEC), is open until December 31, 2025, and is expected to provide a total relief of Rs 410 crore to the industrialists.…
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