Punjab

SSP Vigilance Suspended Amid Allegations of Fabricating Summons to Aid Congress Leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu
06 Jun

SSP Vigilance Suspended Amid Allegations of Fabricating Summons to Aid Congress Leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, June 6, 2025 — In a dramatic twist ahead of the Ludhiana West bypolls, the Punjab government has suspended the SSP Vigilance officer who issued a summons to Congress leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu. The development has raised serious questions about the authenticity and motive behind the notice, which has now been nullified. Ashu will no longer need to appear before the Vigilance Bureau today.According to government sources, an internal probe revealed that the summons may have been orchestrated by Ashu himself to generate public sympathy ahead of the crucial by-election. Allegedly, there was direct communication between Ashu and the…
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Clash Averted at Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Operation Blue Star Anniversary; Jathedar Refrains from Message
06 Jun

Clash Averted at Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Operation Blue Star Anniversary; Jathedar Refrains from Message

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Amritsar (National Times): The 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star was observed peacefully today at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, amid high anticipation and heightened security. A potential confrontation was averted after acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj chose not to deliver a message to the Sikh Panth (community) and instead confined himself to performing the Ardas (prayer). In a significant move aimed at maintaining harmony, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), led by President Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured the families of those martyred during the 1984 military operation, which targeted militants inside the Golden Temple complex but also resulted in…
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Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj Performs Ardas on Operation Blue Star Anniversary Amid Ongoing Protests
06 Jun

Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj Performs Ardas on Operation Blue Star Anniversary Amid Ongoing Protests

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Amritsar (National Times): Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, led the Ardas (prayer ceremony) on the solemn occasion of the 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star today at the Golden Temple complex. The event was marked by heavy security, large gatherings of devotees, and continued protests over his position and role. The prayer took place despite persistent opposition from various Sikh factions, including Damdami Taksal and Nihang Singh groups, who have contested Gadgaj’s authority to address the Panth (Sikh community) on this emotionally charged day. Critics argue that his appointment did not follow traditional…
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CM Mann Congratulates Punjab’s UPSC Achievers, Urges Them to Uphold State’s Legacy
05 Jun

CM Mann Congratulates Punjab’s UPSC Achievers, Urges Them to Uphold State’s Legacy

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Chandigarh, June 5, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday met with 26 successful UPSC candidates from the state and called upon them to serve the nation with integrity while becoming cultural ambassadors of Punjab wherever they are posted.Congratulating the achievers at his official residence, CM Mann attributed their success to dedication, perseverance, and hard work. He encouraged them to carry the essence of Punjab—its values, culture, and resilience—into every corner of the country through their service.“Wherever you go, let your work reflect the fragrance of Punjab,” said Mann, adding that Punjabis are widely known for their hard…
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Golden Temple Under Tight Security Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary
05 Jun

Golden Temple Under Tight Security Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary

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Amritsar (National Times): Security has been significantly ramped up in Amritsar ahead of the 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar, with nearly 4,000 police personnel deployed across the city to maintain law and order. With the sensitive occasion set for June 6, authorities have intensified surveillance and preventive measures, especially around the Golden Temple complex. The Punjab Police have set up 24-hour checkpoints, conducted flag marches, and increased patrolling in coordination with forces from nearby districts, including Amritsar Rural, Batala, and Tarn Taran. Intelligence units and officers in plain clothes have also been tasked with monitoring sensitive zones for any signs…
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GNDU Postpones June 6 Exams in Observance of Ghallughara Diwas
05 Jun

GNDU Postpones June 6 Exams in Observance of Ghallughara Diwas

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Amritsar, June 5, 2025 — Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) has postponed all semester examinations scheduled for June 6, 2025, in observance of Ghallughara Diwas, the solemn remembrance of the 1984 Operation Blue Star.The university has officially announced that these exams will now be conducted on June 20, 2025.Observed annually across Punjab and Sikh communities worldwide, Ghallughara Diwas commemorates the tragic military operation at the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar. GNDU’s decision ensures students and staff can pay their respects without academic obligations.
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Visits Punjab, Engages with Farmers and Promotes Agricultural Innovation
05 Jun

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Visits Punjab, Engages with Farmers and Promotes Agricultural Innovation

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Patiala (National Times): Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, arrived in Punjab today for a one-day visit aimed at deepening grassroots engagement with farmers and encouraging sustainable, technology-driven agriculture practices. The Minister began his visit at 10:00 AM from Rajpura village in Patiala district, where he participated in a Kisan Chaupal, directly interacting with farmers to listen to their concerns and gather suggestions. The informal interaction allowed local cultivators to voice issues ranging from crop pricing and irrigation to technological support and government schemes. Marking World Environment Day, Chouhan planted saplings in Patiala…
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‘Operation Sindoor’ is not ‘Operation Lotus’, Says MP Raja Warring
05 Jun

‘Operation Sindoor’ is not ‘Operation Lotus’, Says MP Raja Warring

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a strongly worded post on social media, Congress MP Raja Warring lashed out at both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab units, accusing them of politicising the Indian Army’s recent counter-terror operation, codenamed ‘Operation Sindoor’. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Warring wrote, “It is way too clear that the AAP Punjab and the BJP Punjab are two sides of the same coin. Now both of them are trying to do petty politics in the name of ‘Operation Sindoor’.” He slammed BJP leaders for posturing as though they had personally taken part…
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Punjab Unveils Bold Move to Replace Paddy with Maize Across 12,000 Hectares in Water Conservation Push
04 Jun

Punjab Unveils Bold Move to Replace Paddy with Maize Across 12,000 Hectares in Water Conservation Push

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Chandigarh, June 4 — In a landmark step toward sustainable farming, the Punjab government has launched a major agricultural diversification plan to shift 12,000 hectares from water-guzzling paddy to kharif maize cultivation. The initiative, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and spearheaded by Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian, aims to address Punjab’s deepening groundwater crisis and boost farmer incomes.Farmers adopting maize will receive a financial incentive of ₹17,500 per hectare a package designed to offset input costs like seeds and fertilizers and to promote a shift towards water-efficient crops. According to officials, this pilot project will be implemented in…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Questions Operation Sindoor’s Success, BJP Accuses Him of ‘Standing with Pakistan’
04 Jun

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Questions Operation Sindoor’s Success, BJP Accuses Him of ‘Standing with Pakistan’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
Chandigarh (National Times): A fresh political row has erupted in Punjab after Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann questioned the success of Operation Sindoor, prompting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to accuse him of siding with Pakistan and undermining India’s armed forces. The controversy deepened a day after Mann made a jibe at the BJP with his “One Nation, One Husband” remark over the reported plan to distribute sindoor (vermilion) as part of the post-Operation Sindoor outreach. Mann Takes Aim at Centre’s Claims Speaking to the media, Mann said, “It’s obvious why the BJP government withdrew the plan to send ‘sindoor’ to…
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