Punjab

26 May

Punjab Schools to Close for Summer Vacation Amid Heatwave From THIS Date

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): In response to the ongoing heatwave sweeping across Punjab, the state government has announced that all Government, Aided, Recognized, and Private schools will remain closed for summer vacation from June 2 to June 30, 2025. The decision aims to ensure the safety and well-being of students amidst soaring temperatures. Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains shared the official announcement regarding the Punjab School Summer Vacation Holidays 2025 on X, putting an end to the anticipation among students and parents. With May 26 already upon us, the confirmation was eagerly awaited by the student community across the state. In…

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25 May

Two Shooters from Krishna Gang Held in Harjinder Singh Murder Case; Three More Suspects Identified

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar Police, Harjinder Singh murder, Krishna Gang

Amritsar, May 25, 2025 – In a breakthrough in the Harjinder Singh murder case, Amritsar Police on Sunday announced the arrest of two shooters affiliated with the Krishna Gang. The investigation has led to the identification of three additional suspects involved in the case: Amit, Gopi, and Karan Keera, who are currently absconding.According to senior police officials, the vehicle used in the execution of the crime has also been traced. The two arrested shooters were found in possession of two pistols and seven live cartridges. Interrogation of the accused is ongoing.Amritsar Police stated that efforts are being intensified to apprehend…

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25 May

Akali Dal Councillor Harjinder Singh Bahman Shot Dead by Bike-Borne Assailants in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Harjinder Singh Bahman, Punjab

Amritsar (Chandigarh): A Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Councillor, Harjinder Singh Bahman, was gunned down in broad daylight by unidentified assailants on a motorcycle in Amritsar on Sunday. The fatal shooting occurred near a Gurdwara in the Chheharta area, sending shockwaves through the local community and triggering political outrage. According to eyewitness accounts and preliminary police investigations, three masked men approached Bahman as he exited a function and opened fire at close range. The 45-year-old Councillor sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds. “He was on his way when at least three armed…

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25 May

Punjab Governor Engages with Union Ministers to Advance Key Projects for Punjab and Chandigarh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh, Punjab

New Delhi/Chandigarh (National Times): In a determined effort to fast-track the developmental agenda of Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh, visited New Delhi, where he held meetings with several Union Ministers. During his visit, Kataria held detailed discussions with: Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, and Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Minister for Communications. The meetings emphasized the Governor’s commitment to improving road and rail connectivity, revamping urban transport…

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25 May

Yudh Nashian Virudh Day 85: 158 Drug Smugglers Held With 10Kg Heroin, 1.3 Kg Opium, Rs 19,000 Drug Money

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh (National Times): With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state entered 85th day, Punjab Police on Sunday arrested 158 drug smugglers and recovered 10.1 kg heroin, 1.3 kg opium and Rs 19040 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 13,449 in just 85 days. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann…

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25 May

Ferozepur Double Murder Case: Three Ashish Chopra Gang Associates Held, One Linked to Another Killing

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAshish Chopra Gang, Ferozepur double murder, Nata Gang

Ferozepur (Punjab), May 25, 2025: In a major breakthrough under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s directive to ensure a crime-free Punjab, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and Ferozepur Police have arrested three members of the Ashish Chopra Gang in connection with the double murder of Rishabh and Shalu. The murders were the result of a gang rivalry between the Nata and Ashish Chopra gangs, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav confirmed on Sunday.The arrested individuals—Manpreet Singh alias Mannu and Ramandeep Singh of Ferozepur, and Sonu of Faridkot—were found in possession of three pistols, seven live cartridges, and four spent…

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24 May

Punjabi Meets Telugu: Andhra Students to Learn Punjabi in Landmark Cultural Exchange

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAndhra Pradesh Schools, Cultural Exchange, Punjabi Language

Chandigarh, May 24, 2025: In a historic move promoting national integration through linguistic diversity, students from Andhra Pradesh government schools will now learn the Punjabi language as part of a five-day cultural exchange program. Punjab's School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced the initiative, stating it will foster deeper inter-state understanding and unity.Under the Union Ministry of Education's cultural pairing scheme, Punjab has been paired with Andhra Pradesh. Students from classes VI to X in Andhra will study the basics of Punjabi, while their counterparts in Punjab will learn introductory Telugu. The curriculum includes greetings, alphabets, numerals, common phrases, songs,…

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24 May

Punjab Rolls Out 3-Day Orientation to Empower Class 9 Students in Schools of Eminence

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabClass 9 Orientation Program, Harjot Singh Bains, Punjab Schools of Eminence

Chandigarh, May 24, 2025: The Punjab Government has announced a first-of-its-kind, three-day orientation program for Class 9 students newly admitted to Schools of Eminence (SoE) for the academic session 2025–26. The initiative, beginning May 26, aims to support holistic student development and prepare students for academic and career success, said School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains.The program, running until May 28, will immerse students in the SoE ecosystem through interactions with top professionals, including cabinet ministers, MPs, MLAs, bureaucrats, judges, advocates, doctors, vice chancellors, professors, and industry leaders. Bains stated this exposure will equip students with real-world insights into competitive…

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24 May

Stop Injustice with Punjab: CM Urges PM at NITI Aayog Meet, Seeks Action on Water Disputes, Border Development, Industry Incentives, and SC Scholarship Arrears

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Nitin Ayog Meeting, PM Modi

New Delhi, May 24: Flagging the issues pertaining to step motherly treatment being meted out with Punjab by the Union government, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday said that this type of biased and discriminatory treatment with the state is unwarranted and undesirable.Taking part in the meeting of 10th Governing Council of the Niti Aayog here today, the Chief Minister raised the important issues pertaining to the state on the platform and reiterated that Punjab has no surplus water for any state. Asserting that in wake of grim situation of water in the state Yamuna-Sutlej-Link (YSL) canal should…

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23 May

SGPC puts decision to display former PM Manmohan Singh’s portrait in Central Sikh Museum on hold

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDr Manmohan Singh, SGPC

Amritsar, May 23, 2025: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has decided to temporarily defer the matter of displaying a portrait of former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh in the Central Sikh Museum at the Golden Temple here. SGPC secretary Partap Singh on Friday said that a recent meeting of the SGPC's Executive Committee had approved the installation of late Manmohan Singh's portrait in the Central Sikh Museum. SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami has, however, ordered the matter to be put on hold for the time being following objections raised by various groups, he said. The SGPC respects the sentiments…

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