Punjab

Two Punjab Soldiers Killed in Kulgam Encounter Given Final Salute

Two Punjab Soldiers Killed in Kulgam Encounter Given Final Salute

National Times Bureau :- In an encounter with terrorists in Akhal Jungle of Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, two soldiers from Punjab—one each from Khanna and Fatehgarh—were martyred. Their bodies were brought to their respective villages on Sunday for the last rites. The body of Sepoy Harminder Singh reached his ancestral village Badinpur at 10:20 AM. The entire area echoed with slogans praising the brave martyr. Wrapped in the national tricolor, people gathered in large numbers to pay their respects. Local MLA Gurinder Singh Gary Baring, SDM Chetan Bangar, and DSP Gurdeep Singh also arrived to honor the fallen soldier.…
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CM Mann Reviews Development Progress in Sunam Constituency

CM Mann Reviews Development Progress in Sunam Constituency

Satoz, August 10, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday visited the Sunam constituency to assess the progress of ongoing development projects. Joined by local authorities and development department officials, he reviewed the status of key schemes, their impact on residents, and future plans for the region.The inspection included road repair works, water supply initiatives, sewer system upgrades, enhancements in healthcare services, and new projects in educational institutions. Locals shared their suggestions and concerns, with the Chief Minister assuring swift redressal.CM Mann said the government is committed to completing every project on schedule with high-quality standards so that…
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Giani Harpreet Singh Set to Become New President of Rebel Shiromani Akali Dal

Giani Harpreet Singh Set to Become New President of Rebel Shiromani Akali Dal

National Times Bureau :- Giani Harpreet Singh is likely to be appointed as the new president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Rebel faction). Senior leaders have agreed to support him, and a final decision is expected in tomorrow’s committee meeting. Earlier, Giani Harpreet Singh had announced on social media that he was stepping back from the race and supported Bibi Satwant Kaur for the post. However, party leaders have now convinced him to accept the presidency. Bibi Satwant Kaur remains a key contender, but the party is expected to finalize the leadership soon.
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Major Crackdown on Drug Peddlers in Moga: Police Conduct Intensive Search Operation

Major Crackdown on Drug Peddlers in Moga: Police Conduct Intensive Search Operation

National Times Bureau :- In a determined push to make Punjab drug-free, the Punjab Government and Punjab Police have intensified their ongoing campaign against narcotics. As part of this drive, Moga Police on Sunday morning carried out a large-scale CASCO operation in Sadda Wali Basti and several other areas of the district. The operation was led by Punjab ADGP Shiv Kumar, Moga SSP Ajay Gandhi, along with all DSPs and SHOs of the district. Around 200 police personnel were deployed, conducting door-to-door searches at suspected hideouts of drug traffickers. ADGP Shiv Kumar stated that several drug peddlers in Moga district…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Announces ₹1 Crore Ex-Gratia for Families of Soldiers Martyred in Kulgam Encounter

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Announces ₹1 Crore Ex-Gratia for Families of Soldiers Martyred in Kulgam Encounter

Chandigarh, August 9, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of two soldiers from the state during an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district.In a post on X, Mann saluted the courage and dedication of the soldiers, Lance Naik Pritpal Singh from Manupur village in Khanna and Sepoy Harminder Singh from Badinpur village in Mandi Gobindgarh, who lost their lives while serving the nation. “We express our heartfelt condolences to the families. We salute the spirit and bravery of the soldiers who were martyred for the defence of the…
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Harsimrat Kaur Badal Ties Rakhi to Brother Majithia in Nabha District Jail

Harsimrat Kaur Badal Ties Rakhi to Brother Majithia in Nabha District Jail

National Times Bureau :- The festival of Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in the new district jail of Nabha. Sisters are tying rakhis (sacred threads) on the wrists of their brothers who are inmates in the jail. The Punjab government has given special permission to celebrate Raksha Bandhan inside the jail. Today, from 9 AM to 5 PM, the process of tying rakhis is taking place in the jail. The jail administration has made special arrangements to keep the atmosphere happy and to strengthen the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. On this occasion, Harsimrat Kaur Badal,…
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Big news – Armed Attack on Former Akali Sarpanch’s Home in Amritsar

Big news – Armed Attack on Former Akali Sarpanch’s Home in Amritsar

National Times Bureau :- Amritsar’s Ramnagar Colony, former Akali sarpanch Kamal Bengali’s house was attacked by armed assailants. During the assault, Kamal Bengali’s nephew was shot in the chest, while the attackers also used swords, glass bottles, and stones. The incident created panic in the area. Kamal Bengali said that he had been receiving extortion threats for some time, and once again, the attackers came to his home warning that if the money was not paid, there would be consequences. Kamal Bengali alleged that the attackers first came to target his son and tried to attack him with a sword.…
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Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident from Ananda village in Punjab’s Sangrur district has left the entire community in morning, after a father and his young son died following a snake bite. The incident occurred on August 6, turning what should have been a day of celebration into a day of grief, as it was also the young boy’s birthday. According to villagers, 35-year-old Gurmukh Singh was working in the fields of his cousin, Jagtar Singh, and had taken his five-year-old son Kamaldeep with him to cut grass. After completing the work, Gurmukh was washing his hands and feet…
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Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Performs ‘Jode Di Sewa’ After Akal Takht’s Order

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Performs ‘Jode Di Sewa’ After Akal Takht’s Order

Sri Anandpur Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Saturday visited Gurdwara Shishganj Sahib in Sri Anandpur Sahib to perform ‘Jode Di Sewa’, a voluntary act of serving devotees by managing their footwear. This service is part of the religious penalty (Tankhah) directed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib following a recent controversy over a government event. On July 6, Bains appeared before the five Singh Sahibans at the Akal Takht to present his clarification regarding an official programme held in Srinagar to mark the martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The event drew strong criticism from…
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36 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp by Vishvas Foundation

36 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp by Vishvas Foundation

Zirakpur, 8 August 2025: On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sati Sadhvi Behan Krishnamurti Vishvas ji, under the series of service works being done from 3 to 9 August, Vishvas Foundation Panchkula and Indian Red Cross Society District Branch Mohali organized a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas ji. This blood donation camp was organized near Metro Store in ZirakpurThe team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Center Zirakpur collected 36 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal. . Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that…
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