Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

03 Nov

Massive earthquake of 6.3 magnitude jolts Afghanistan, seven killed, over 150 injured

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld NewsAfghanistan, Earthquake

National Times Bureau :- A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the northern Afghan city of Mazar-e-Sharif early Monday, leaving at least seven people dead and around 150 injured, provincial officials said. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the quake occurred at a depth of 28 km (17.4 miles) near Mazar-e-Sharif, home to about 523,000 residents. “As of this morning, seven people have been confirmed dead and 150 injured, all of whom have been taken to health centres,” said Samim Joyanda, spokesperson for the Samangan provincial health department, which borders Mazar-e-Sharif. He noted that the figures were based on hospital…

03 Nov

15 killed, several injured as bus rams into parked truck in Rajasthan, PM Modi condoles deaths

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAccident, India news

National Times Bureau :-At least fifteen people were killed and several others got injured after a tempo traveller crashed into a parked truck on the Bharat Mala Expressway in Rajasthan’s Phalodi on Sunday night. According to the information, the victims were returning from to Jodhpur after visiting the Kolayat temple, around 220 kilometres away. All the victims were residents of the Phalodi area in Jodhpur. At least fifteen people were killed and several others got injured after a tempo traveller crashed into a parked truck on the Bharat Mala Expressway in Rajasthan’s Phalodi on Sunday night. According to the information,…

03 Nov

20 killed as bus collides head-on with truck on wrong side in Telangana

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National Times Bureau :- At least 20 people lost their lives and several others were injured in a tragic road accident near Khanapur Gate in Chevella mandal of Rangareddy district on Monday morning. The mishap occurred when a speeding truck, driving on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with a Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) bus carrying around 70 passengers. The impact, which took place under the Cyberabad Commissionerate limits, was so intense that many passengers died on the spot. The wreckage of both vehicles was scattered across the road as shocked survivors and locals worked frantically…

03 Nov

BCCI announces whooping Rs 51 cr prize money for Indian women’s team

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, SportsBCCI, Price Money, WINNING

National Times Bureau :- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia announced a cash prize of Rs 51 crore for the ICC Women's World Cup-winning Team India. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final of the Women’s World Cup, sealing their place in cricketing history. Team India finally put the heartbreaks of the 2005 and 2017 World Cup finals behind them as they beat South Africa to secure their maiden world title across ODI and T20I formats. Speaking to ANI, Saikia said, "In 1983, Kapil Dev brought about a…

03 Nov

Delhi’s air quality slightly improves, AQI remains in ‘very poor’ category

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National Times Bureau :- Delhi's air quality slightly improved on Monday yet remained in the 'very poor' category with reading tagged at 319. The Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) has predicted that air quality will remain in the ‘very poor’ category until Tuesday (November 4). According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board’s (CPCB) Sameer app, Wazirpur (AQI 385) and Narela (AQI 382) recorded the highest pollution levels. Most of Delhi’s 39 air monitoring stations reported Air Quality Index (AQI) readings in the ‘very poor’ range. As per CPCB standards, an AQI of 0–50 is classified as ‘good’,…

03 Nov

18 E-Rickshaws Gutted in Fire at Chhatbir Zoo, No Casualties Reported

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChhatbir

Zirakpur (Gurpreet Singh): A major fire broke out at Chhatbir Zoo this morning around 8 a.m., reducing around 18 electric rickshaws to ashes. According to zoo staff, the blaze started suddenly in the parking area where the e-rickshaws were stationed. Within minutes, the fire spread rapidly, engulfing all the parked vehicles. The staff immediately alerted the fire brigade, and multiple fire tenders rushed to the spot. Firefighters managed to bring the flames under control after a strenuous effort. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. Zoo authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of…

03 Nov

Fire Breaks Out At Marriage Palace On Zirakpur-Panchkula Road; No Casualties Reported

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Zirakpur (Gurpreet Singh): A major fire broke out late Sunday night at a marriage palace located on the Zirakpur–Panchkula road, triggering panic among guests attending a wedding function. The incident occurred around 10:30 PM at Aura Garden Marriage Palace, allegedly after firecrackers used during the celebrations fell on decorative material. According to eyewitnesses, two wedding functions were underway at the time one at Aura Garden and another at the adjoining Sekhon Banquet Hall. While the wedding ceremony at Sekhon Banquet was in progress, preparations were still on at Aura Garden when the flames suddenly erupted. Eyewitnesses said the fire spread…

03 Nov

Clash of Factions Looms as SGPC Set to Elect New President and Office-Bearers Today

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A charged atmosphere prevails within the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) complex as members gear up for what promises to be one of the most closely contested presidential elections in recent years. The voting, scheduled for today at the historic Teja Singh Samundari Hall, will decide not only the next SGPC president but also key office-bearers of the influential Sikh religious body. The upcoming contest is being seen as a litmus test for Harjinder Singh Dhami, who is eyeing a fifth consecutive term as president. Backed by the Sukhbir Singh Badal-led Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Dhami faces…

02 Nov

Chandigarh Press Club Condemns Police Action Blocking Newspaper Distribution in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Press Club, newspaper distribution, press freedom, Punjab Police

Chandigarh, November 2, 2025 — The Chandigarh Press Club on Sunday condemned the police action of stopping vehicles carrying newspapers across several districts of Punjab, calling it a serious assault on press freedom and an attempt to restrict the free flow of information.According to the Press Club, newspaper distribution across the state was severely hampered due to intensive police checks on vehicles transporting publications. In some areas, vehicles were reportedly taken to police stations, leading to harassment of delivery staff and delays in newspaper circulation.Incidents of disruption were reported from multiple districts, including Gurdaspur, Patiala, Amritsar, and Hoshiarpur, where newspaper…

02 Nov

Mann Government’s ‘Zero Bill’ Guarantee Illuminates Punjab; 11.40 Crore ‘Zero Bills’ Issued, Showing Mirror to Previous Governments

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh, 2 November 2025: Punjab today is witnessing a model of governance that has permanently removed a major financial burden from the lives of common people. The ‘Zero Electricity Bill’ guarantee implemented by the Punjab government led by Bhagwant Mann has proven to be not just an election promise, but a revolutionary step. This is the guarantee that has truly illuminated the homes of lakhs of families in the state. Leaving behind the hollow promises of previous governments and the era of expensive electricity, the current government has proven that if policy and intention are clear, providing direct relief to…