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29 Jul

Punjab Police Busts Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Module, Strengthening State’s Fight Against Crime

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab Police

Amritsar (National Times): In yet another decisive strike under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence (CI) unit in Amritsar has successfully dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module. The police apprehended one operative working under the directions of a Pakistan-based smuggler and recovered five pistols — 2 (9MM), 2 (.30 bore), and 1 (.32 bore). The accused was intercepted while transporting the consignment after retrieving it near the Indo-Pak border. Links to Pakistan-Based Network Exposed Preliminary investigation has revealed that the weapons were meant for criminals and gangsters to disrupt peace and harmony in…

28 Jul

CM Mann Hands Over ₹1 Crore Cheque to Martyr ASI Dhanwant Singh’s Family, Reaffirms Support for Soldiers’ Kin

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabASI Dhanwant Singh, Bhagwant Mann, Khatkar Kalan, martyr, Punjab Police, ₹1 crore compensation

Chandigarh, July 28, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday extended heartfelt support to the family of martyr ASI Dhanwant Singh by personally handing over a cheque of ₹1 crore at Khatkar Kalan in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar. The officer had laid down his life in the line of duty on January 18, 2025, while serving in the district.Describing the gesture as a mark of respect for the bravery and sacrifice of ASI Dhanwant Singh, the Chief Minister said the contribution of this son of the soil towards maintaining law and order would never be forgotten. He called…

27 Jul

Massive Drug Crackdown: Punjab Police Seizes Over 1,000 Kg Heroin in Five Months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Drug Smugglers arrested, Heroin Seizure, Punjab Police, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh, July 27, 2025 — Punjab Police has made a record-breaking drug haul under the ongoing ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ campaign, recovering over 1,002 kilograms of heroin in less than five months since the initiative began on March 1. This massive seizure marks a major breakthrough in the state's war against drugs, directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.Alongside the heroin haul, police have arrested 23,647 drug smugglers and registered 14,906 FIRs as part of extensive anti-drug operations, including cordon and search drives, night patrols, and raids at identified drug hotspots. These efforts are being carried out under the leadership of…

27 Jul

Panjab University Earns Copyright for Groundbreaking AI Tool That Reconstructs Faces from Jawbones

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Technology, TrendingPanjab University

Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant leap forward for forensic science, researchers at Panjab University have developed an artificial intelligence-based facial reconstruction system capable of recreating human faces with up to 95% accuracy, using nothing more than the dimensions of the jaw and teeth. This pioneering technology, now officially copyrighted by the Copyright Office of the Government of India, could revolutionize disaster victim identification (DVI) and forensic investigations, especially in scenarios where facial features are damaged or destroyed, such as plane crashes, bombings, or natural disasters. The AI models were created by a multidisciplinary team led by Professor Kewal Krishan…

27 Jul

Amritsar Rural Police Bust Major ISI-Backed Smuggling Network; Weapons, Drug Money Seized

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingAmritsar, Punjab, Punjab Police

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major operation signaling a decisive blow to trans-border crime, the Amritsar Rural Police, working in close coordination with central intelligence agencies, have successfully unearthed a sophisticated arms and drug money smuggling racket allegedly backed by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The crackdown has resulted in the arrest of five key individuals suspected of being part of a larger syndicate. Among the high-powered seizures were an AK Saiga .308 assault rifle with two magazines, two Glock 9mm pistols with four magazines, 90 rounds of AK ammunition, 10 live 9mm cartridges, Rs 7.50 lakh in drug money, a…

26 Jul

RC, DL Services Now Available at Sewa Kendras and Doorstep in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAman Arora, Bhagwan Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwaar, Punjab Sewa Kendras, RC DL doorstep delivery

Chandigarh, July 26, 2025: The Punjab government has expanded access to 30 Transport Department services, including Registration Certificates (RC) and Driving Licences (DL), making them available at Sewa Kendras and through doorstep delivery under the “Bhagwan Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwaar” scheme. This move aims to cut out middlemen and reduce the need for citizens to visit Regional Transport Offices (RTOs).Minister of Good Governance and Information Technology, Aman Arora, announced the development during a high-level review meeting at MGSIPA with Deputy Commissioners and senior officers. He directed officials to ensure smooth implementation and warned against any practices that burden citizens with…

26 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Capt Amarinder Singh for Defending Bikram Majithia, Calls Out “Hypocrisy” on Drug Issue

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Bikram Majithia, Capt Amarinder Singh

Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a scathing attack on former CM Captain Amarinder Singh for defending Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, an accused in a high-profile drug case. The sharp political exchange comes after Captain Amarinder criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for what he termed as "political vendetta" and "assault on democracy." Reacting strongly to Amarinder Singh’s statement, CM Bhagwant Mann said,“Captain Sahib, today you’re suddenly concerned about the human rights of drug smugglers… When people’s sons were writhing in agony and dying under your and your nephew’s rule, you were…

26 Jul

Akal Takht Summons Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Over Controversial Srinagar Event, Edu Min Agrees to It

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingHarjot Bains, Punjab, Sri Akal Takht

Amritsar (National Times): In a significant development, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, has summoned Punjab Cabinet Minister S. Harjot Singh and the Director of the Language Department, S. Jaswant Singh, over a controversial cultural program organized in Srinagar. The event, held on the occasion of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, has drawn criticism from the Sikh community for including elements deemed objectionable and disrespectful. The Jathedar took serious note of the complaints received from various quarters of the Sikh Sangat regarding the inclusion of dance, songs, and entertainment…

25 Jul

Railways Sets New Benchmark with ₹72.76 Crore Ticket Checking Revenue in Ferozepur Division

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabDRM Sanjay Sahu, Ferozepur Division, Railway Revenue, Ticket Checking

Ferozepur, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Railways' Ferozepur Division has achieved a historic milestone by generating ₹72.76 crore in revenue from ticket checking during the tenure of Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Sanjay Sahu. This is the highest revenue ever recorded by the division through such operations.This remarkable feat has been credited to the disciplined efforts and coordinated work of the entire commercial team. The success reflects not just the operational vigilance and dedication of the officers and ticket-checking staff, but also a growing awareness among passengers about the importance of ticket compliance.DRM Sanjay Sahu congratulated his team for the…

25 Jul

CM Orders Expert Probe into Bagga Kalan and Akhaara CBG Plants, Reaffirms Zero Tolerance on Pollution

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkhaara, Bagga Kalan, CBG plants, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann

Chandigarh, July 25: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday asked the environmental expert committee to thoroughly examine the Bagga Kalan and Akhaara CBG plants and submit its report in a time bound manner. The Chief Minister, while interacting with the villagers from the both the village in Ludhiana, said that the expert committee comprising representatives from pollution control board, universities and others should meet the villagers and assess all the points related to setting of these plants. He reiterated that the committee and villagers will carefully examine each and every concern being raised by the local residents. Bhagwant…