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Punjab Launches 24 Sector-Wise Industrial Advisory Committees to Boost Growth
08 Aug

Punjab Launches 24 Sector-Wise Industrial Advisory Committees to Boost Growth

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Chandigarh, August 8, 2025 — In a move aimed at positioning Punjab as a leading industrial hub, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday unveiled 24 sector-specific Industrial Advisory Committees. The initiative, hailed as a landmark reform, is designed to shift the state’s industrial policy framework from a purely government-driven approach to one where industry stakeholders have a decisive role in shaping decisions.Calling the development a “historic day for Punjab,” Kejriwal said that for decades, industrial growth was hampered by political corruption, bureaucratic red tape, and extortion, which drove businesses away…
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Bikram Singh Majithia Bail Hearing Adjourned; Next Session on August 11
08 Aug

Bikram Singh Majithia Bail Hearing Adjourned; Next Session on August 11

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Chandigarh, August 8, 2025 — The bail proceedings of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia will resume on Monday, August 11, after Friday’s hearing concluded without a verdict. The session lasted over two-and-a-half hours, with both prosecution and defence presenting detailed arguments before the court decided to adjourn.Majithia’s case stems from his June 25, 2025 arrest by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau following coordinated raids at nearly 25 locations, including his Amritsar residence. He is accused of amassing assets disproportionate to his declared income and allegedly having links to a ₹540 crore drug-money laundering…
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Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed
08 Aug

Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant development in Jalandhar's political scene, the Punjab Government has removed Rajwinder Kaur Thiara from her post as Chairperson of the Improvement Trust. This move marks the first time in recent memory that a sitting chairperson has been replaced within just six months of appointment. Rajwinder Kaur has now been replaced by Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa, who has officially been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Jalandhar Improvement Trust. The sudden change has drawn attention, especially given its timing and the short tenure of the outgoing chairperson. The government has not yet provided…
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Amritsar Temple Scuffle Between Devotees and Priests Caught on CCTV, Sparks Outrage
08 Aug

Amritsar Temple Scuffle Between Devotees and Priests Caught on CCTV, Sparks Outrage

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National Times Bureau :- A scuffle broke out between devotees and priests at the Model Town Temple in Amritsar, with the entire incident being captured on the temple’s CCTV cameras. The footage of the altercation has since gone viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism from religious figures and temple authorities. According to sources, the confrontation began over a minor disagreement that quickly escalated. One of the visiting devotees allegedly attacked a priest during the dispute. When another priest attempted to intervene, he too was reportedly manhandled and slapped by the group of agitated devotees. The incident has drawn sharp…
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Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District
08 Aug

Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening law enforcement at the grassroots level, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh Sidhu has ordered the transfer of nine Station House Officers (SHOs) across various police stations in Ferozepur district. According to the official notification, Inspector Jaswinder Singh, SHO Guruharsahai, has been posted as SHO Sadar Zira, while Inspector Gurmeet Singh, SHO Kulgarhi, has been transferred as SHO City Zira. Sub-Inspector Baljinder Singh, previously SHO Sadar Zira, will now take charge as SHO Kulgarhi. Sub-Inspector (Local) Baljinder Singh, earlier posted at City Zira, has been appointed SHO…
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Gunfire Exchange During Police Raid on Drug Peddlers in Jalandhar
08 Aug

Gunfire Exchange During Police Raid on Drug Peddlers in Jalandhar

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National Times Bureau :- In a major anti-drug operation, Punjab Police’s Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) raided a suspected drug trafficking hideout in the village of Gorsian near Nakodar, Jalandhar. The raid, conducted early Friday morning, led to a fierce exchange of gunfire between the police and the accused. The ANTF had received intelligence that a notorious drug trafficker, Sunny Singh, along with his accomplices, was planning a large-scale distribution of narcotics. Acting on the tip-off, a police team launched a raid on the location. As soon as the team reached the spot, the suspects opened fire on the police, leading…
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Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan
08 Aug

Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan

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National Times Bureau :- In a major move to strengthen healthcare in border districts, the Punjab government has announced an additional monthly incentive of ₹40,000 for specialist doctors posted in these areas. This amount will be paid over and above their regular salary, starting immediately. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said that the decision aims to ensure better access to quality medical services for people living in remote border areas. To make this even more effective, doctors will now be allowed to opt for border area postings voluntarily. What Prompted This Move?Historically, doctors have been reluctant to serve in border…
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Giani Harpreet Singh Declines Consideration for Shiromani Akali Dal President Post
08 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Declines Consideration for Shiromani Akali Dal President Post

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Harpreet Singh, has respectfully declined to be considered for the post of Shiromani Akali Dal president, ahead of the party’s internal election scheduled for August 11. In a public appeal, he requested that his name be withdrawn from the list of candidates, emphasizing his respect for fellow nominee Bibi Satwant Kaur. In his statement, Giani Harpreet Singh said he had learned that both his name and that of Bibi Satwant Kaur — daughter of the late Shaheed Bhai Amrik Singh Ji — were being discussed for the leadership role.…
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Ludhiana Vendor Caught Melting Plastic Oil Pouches in Hot Oil, Sparks Outrage and Health Warnings
07 Aug

Ludhiana Vendor Caught Melting Plastic Oil Pouches in Hot Oil, Sparks Outrage and Health Warnings

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Ludhiana, August 7, 2025: A street food vendor in Ludhiana has come under fire after a viral video exposed a dangerous cooking practice that has alarmed health experts and the public alike. Filmed near Gill Chowk, the video shows the vendor dipping sealed plastic oil pouches directly into a boiling kadhai to extract the oil, causing the plastic to melt instantly into the hot oil.The melted plastic not only contaminates the oil but also releases potentially toxic chemicals into the food being prepared. In the footage, the vendor is seen making bread pakoras and other fried snacks with bare hands…
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Ramgarhia Sabha Holds Chair Passing Ceremony, Speaker Sandhwan Says—Unity of Organizations Is Society’s True Strength
07 Aug

Ramgarhia Sabha Holds Chair Passing Ceremony, Speaker Sandhwan Says—Unity of Organizations Is Society’s True Strength

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Chandigarh, August 7, 2025: In a dignified ceremony held today at Ramgarhia Sabha (Regd.), Chandigarh, the chair passing event was conducted with grace and tradition. The Speaker of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, Kultar Singh Sandhwan, graced the occasion as the chief guest. Outgoing president Dr. Harcharan Singh Ranauta formally handed over the responsibility to newly elected president Manvinder Singh Ranauta. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Kultar Sandhwan stated, “The true strength of any society lies in the unity of its organizations and the commitment of its leadership. Ramgarhia Sabha has long been contributing to the region’s social welfare, which is truly…
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