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02 Jan

CBI Court Hears Bail Plea of Former Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, Defence Flags Gaps in Probe

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Chandigarh, January 2, 2026: The special CBI court in Chandigarh on Friday heard a bail petition filed by former Punjab Police Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Harcharan Singh Bhullar, who was arrested in a corruption case, with the defence strongly questioning the consistency and credibility of the Central Bureau of Investigation’s case. The hearing commenced at around 10:30 am and concluded shortly after noon. During the proceedings, the CBI placed its response to Bhullar’s bail application on record, complying with the court’s earlier direction to submit its reply. Representing the former DIG, senior advocate SPS Bhullar argued that the prosecution’s case…

02 Jan

Punjab and Haryana High Court Affirms Woman’s Absolute Right to Abortion Without Husband’s Consent

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant ruling strengthening women’s reproductive autonomy, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that a married woman does not require her husband’s consent to terminate a pregnancy, making it clear that the decision rests solely with the woman. The judgment was delivered by Justice Suvir Sehgal while hearing a petition filed by a 21-year-old woman from Fatehgarh Sahib, who sought permission to undergo medical termination of pregnancy amid ongoing marital discord and divorce proceedings. The court observed that under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, a pregnancy of less than 20 weeks…

02 Jan

Cold wave and dense fog grip Punjab, Chandigarh till January 7; Orange Alert issued

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab and Chandigarh continue to reel under an intense cold wave and dense fog, with the situation expected to persist until January 7, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Nights are likely to turn even colder in the coming days. The weather department has issued an Orange Alert for fog and cold wave conditions till Friday, followed by a Yellow Alert for the subsequent period. Parts of Punjab witnessed sudden weather disturbances over the last 24 hours. Thunderstorms were reported in Patiala, while Pathankot and Halwara also experienced stormy conditions. Dense fog engulfed areas such as…

01 Jan

Prime Accused in Punjab Influencer Murder Case Detained in UAE, Deportation Process Underway

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritpal Singh Mehron arrest, Kamal Kaur Bhabi, Kanchan Kumari murder case

UAE, January 1, 2026: A significant breakthrough has been reported in the murder case of Punjab-based social media influencer Kanchan Kumari, popularly known as Kamal Kaur Bhabi, with the detention of the main accused, Amritpal Singh Mehron, in the United Arab Emirates, sources said. According to preliminary information, Mehron was taken into custody by Sharjah Police during a sudden enforcement drive. His identity reportedly came under scrutiny during visa-related verification, following which local authorities detained him for questioning. Officials familiar with the matter said that he is currently being interrogated, while formal legal procedures are in progress. Sources added that…

01 Jan

New Year Ushers in Showers Across Tricity as Cold Wave Intensifies

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The first day of 2026 began on a cool and cloudy note in Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali, with light rain reported from several localities. The brief spells of drizzle, forecast in advance by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), further lowered temperatures and added to the winter chill in the region. Across Punjab, Haryana and other parts of northern India, similar weather conditions prevailed, with overcast skies and occasional showers observed through the day. Meteorologists said the ongoing weather activity has strengthened cold conditions, particularly in the plains where sunshine remained limited. Earlier forecasts from the IMD had…

01 Jan

Punjab Police Thwart Gangster-Driven Attack, Four Arrested in Tarn Taran

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): In a major success, the Punjab Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), in close coordination with the Tarn Taran Police, has disrupted a planned shooting and arrested four individuals allegedly linked to a gang operating from abroad. The joint operation, which unfolded in the border district of Tarn Taran, led to the discovery of two illegal .32 bore pistols and four live rounds of ammunition. These firearms were reportedly intended to be used in a targeted shooting plot aimed at specific individuals in the area. Initial investigations indicate that the accused were acting on the orders of criminals based…

31 Dec

Punjab’s ‘People First’ Policy Goes Viral: Citizens Share Health & Education Success Stories on Social Media

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Chandigarh, December 31, 2025: A new trend is emerging in Punjab - ordinary citizens are clicking pictures of government schemes with their mobile phones and sharing them on social media. This is not government propaganda, but ground reality. Recently, an Aam Aadmi Party worker posted a picture of a “Health-Education Hospital” on Instagram, which quickly went viral. The caption read - “Maan Government, this is just Sultan Khaldar!” This is not just a picture, but testimony to the change that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government is bringing on the ground.The real point is that the Punjab government made one…

31 Dec

Punjab Schools Holidays Extended, Classes to Resume on January 8

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government has announced an extension of school holidays across the state due to the ongoing cold wave and dense fog affecting the region. The decision was communicated by Education Minister Harjot Bains. In a tweet, Bains stated, "As per the directions of Honorable Chief Minister Punjab S. Bhagwant Singh Mann ji, in view of the continuously increasing cold and fog in the state, keeping in mind the health and safety of children and staff, holidays are being observed in all government, aided, recognized and private schools of the state till January 7." He further added,…

31 Dec

Chandigarh Police Gear Up for New Year Eve, Implements Vehicle Restrictions and Heightened Security

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chandigarh Police has announced robust security and traffic measures ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations, aiming to ensure safety and smooth management of crowds across the city. SSP Kanwardeep Kaur conducted a review of the preparedness and directed officers to remain vigilant throughout the night. Under the new plan, ten key roads will be declared ‘No Vehicle Zones’ from 9:30 pm to 2:00 am. These include the front road of Leisure Valley in Sector 10, Sector 11 Inner Market Road, internal roads of Sectors 17 and 22, the road from Aroma Light Point to Sector 22 Dispensary…

31 Dec

Shift in Weather Pattern Likely Across Punjab; Fog and Light Rain Warning Issued

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is set to experience a noticeable change in weather conditions starting today, with the Meteorological Department forecasting rainfall activity across the state over the next two days. The change is being attributed to an active Western Disturbance over the Himalayan region, which is now extending its influence into the northern plains. In response to the developing conditions, authorities have issued a yellow alert for dense fog and light showers, advising residents to remain cautious through the next 48 hours. Rainfall is expected to continue intermittently until January 1, potentially bringing a brief spell of winter precipitation…