Punjab

Heavy Rain Leaves Chandigarh Waterlogged, Vehicles Submerged
19 Aug

Heavy Rain Leaves Chandigarh Waterlogged, Vehicles Submerged

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh, August 19, 2025: Chandigarh witnessed heavy rainfall on Tuesday afternoon, causing severe waterlogging across the city. Several vehicles were left stranded or partially submerged as roads turned into streams. The sudden downpour disrupted normal life, with rainwater flooding areas from PGI to the Punjab and Haryana High Court.The rainfall, which began around 3 p.m., quickly inundated key city spots. The Rose Garden in Sector-16 was submerged, and the water current spread into the nearby Punjab Kala Bhawan’s parking lot. The Punjab and Haryana High Court road was blocked after cars were trapped in rising water. Even the High Court’s…
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Punjab – E-KYC Made Mandatory for Ration Card Holders Availing Free Wheat
19 Aug

Punjab – E-KYC Made Mandatory for Ration Card Holders Availing Free Wheat

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- In a major update for ration card holders, the government has announced that those availing free wheat under the public distribution system will now be required to complete e-KYC. Officials said the step has been taken to ensure transparency and eliminate duplicate or ineligible beneficiaries. The move is aimed at making sure that the benefits of the free ration scheme reach the rightful families without misuse. Beneficiaries have been advised to get their e-KYC done at the nearest ration depot, CSC center, or through official online portals within the stipulated time. Those who fail to complete…
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AAP Issues Clarification on Manish Sisodia’s Controversial Statement
19 Aug

AAP Issues Clarification on Manish Sisodia’s Controversial Statement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has issued a clarification after a recent statement made by former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia triggered political reactions. The party said that Sisodia’s remarks were being “misinterpreted and taken out of context” by opponents to create unnecessary controversy. AAP leaders stressed that the former minister’s words were aimed at highlighting governance issues, not at targeting any individual or institution. Party spokespersons added that AAP remains committed to its core agenda of education, healthcare, and clean politics, and accused rival parties of twisting Sisodia’s comments for political gain. The clarification…
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Punjab – NHRC Takes Suo Motu Notice of Police Assault on Journalist in Batala
19 Aug

Punjab – NHRC Takes Suo Motu Notice of Police Assault on Journalist in Batala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a shocking incident in Batala, Punjab, where police officers allegedly assaulted a journalist. Reports suggest that the journalist was attacked while carrying out his professional duties, raising serious concerns about press freedom and the misuse of police authority. The NHRC has issued notices to the Punjab Director General of Police and the state’s Chief Secretary, seeking a detailed report on the matter. The Commission has asked for clarity on the action taken against the responsible officers and measures being implemented to ensure the safety…
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Giani Harpreet Singh Visits Veteran Akali Leader, Vows to Strengthen SAD
19 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Visits Veteran Akali Leader, Vows to Strengthen SAD

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Newly appointed president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Giani Harpreet Singh, on Monday visited the residence of senior Akali leader Dr. Rattan Singh Ajnala in Majha. Addressing a large gathering there, he called upon people to unite and work towards rebuilding and strengthening the party. Singh expressed gratitude to Dr. Ajnala for his long-standing commitment to the Akali Dal and said that all veteran Akali families who once contributed to the party’s rise would be brought back into its fold.“I am not here to become a sarpanch, MLA, or chief minister. My only mission is…
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Fatal Highway Collision: Three Dead as Bus Crashes Into Goods Carrier in Kapurthala
19 Aug

Fatal Highway Collision: Three Dead as Bus Crashes Into Goods Carrier in Kapurthala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
Kapurthala (Gurpreet Singh): A horrific accident on the Kapurthala–Jalandhar highway claimed three lives on Tuesday morning after a bus, allegedly speeding on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with a goods carrier near Mand village. The goods vehicle was crushed in the impact, leaving its passengers fatally injured on the spot. The victims were identified as Ishwar Lal and Mukesh, vegetable traders from Kapurthala, and their driver Rakesh, all originally from Bihar. The trio was on its way to Jalandhar to procure fruits and vegetables when tragedy struck. Local Outrage Soon after the crash, residents and family members…
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Punjab Police Launch Statewide Crackdown on Drug Hotspots Under Anti-Drug Campaign
18 Aug

Punjab Police Launch Statewide Crackdown on Drug Hotspots Under Anti-Drug Campaign

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, August 18, 2025: Punjab Police stepped up its fight against drugs with a massive statewide Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at identified hotspots on Monday. The coordinated drive, part of the government’s ongoing Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign, marked the 170th consecutive day of action under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.Acting on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, the operation was conducted across all 28 police districts simultaneously. Police teams raided 272 hotspots during the daylong exercise, leading to the arrest of 196 individuals and the registration of 164 FIRs. The seizures included…
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Majithia to Stay in Custody as Bail Denied in Disproportionate Assets Case
18 Aug

Majithia to Stay in Custody as Bail Denied in Disproportionate Assets Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, August 18, 2025: Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia suffered a setback today after a local court rejected his bail plea in the disproportionate assets case.Majithia, arrested by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau in June, faces allegations of holding benami land and undisclosed properties far beyond his known income. He will remain in judicial custody as the trial continues.While the Akali Dal has termed the case “political vendetta,” the state government insists it is part of its wider anti-corruption campaign.
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Youth Hospitalized After Assault in Gaggomahal Village
18 Aug

Youth Hospitalized After Assault in Gaggomahal Village

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Media :- Tension gripped Gaggomahal village in Ajnala after a youth was allegedly assaulted by a group of men. The victim, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, sustained multiple injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is currently undergoing treatment. According to local sources, the incident took place late evening when the youth was confronted and beaten with sticks and bare hands. Villagers gathered at the spot as the situation turned chaotic, following which the injured youth was immediately shifted to the hospital. Police have reached the village and begun an investigation. Officials said…
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