Punjab

Dhruv Rathee Deletes Controversial Video on Sikh Gurus After Backlash

Dhruv Rathee Deletes Controversial Video on Sikh Gurus After Backlash

Chandigarh, May 19: Popular YouTuber and influencer Dhruv Rathee has taken down his controversial video on Sikh Gurus and historical events following widespread outrage from the Sikh community. The video, which used AI-generated visuals to depict revered figures like Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and Banda Singh Bahadur, had sparked backlash from both religious bodies and individuals for allegedly distorting history and hurting religious sentiments.The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), along with the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC), had earlier issued strong objections to the video's content. They accused Rathee of trivializing Sikh history, presenting inaccuracies, and showing a lack…
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Punjab Bus Staff Announce 2-Hour Strike Over Pending Salaries; Full Protest Threat Looms If Dues Remain Unpaid

Punjab Bus Staff Announce 2-Hour Strike Over Pending Salaries; Full Protest Threat Looms If Dues Remain Unpaid

Chandigarh (National Times): An important update for bus commuters in Punjab—employees of Punjab Roadways and PUNBUS have announced a two-hour strike and protest on May 20, from 10 AM to 12 noon. The strike is being held in protest against the non-payment of pending salaries of workshop staff.On May 15, 2025, a meeting was held between union representatives and top officials including Punjab’s Transport Minister, the State Transport Secretary, the State Transport Director, and the Managing Director of PRTC. During the meeting, all demands were discussed in detail. Officials assured the union that a policy to address the demands had…
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BJP Demands CBI Probe Into Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Alleges AAP’s Nexus with Liquor Mafia

BJP Demands CBI Probe Into Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Alleges AAP’s Nexus with Liquor Mafia

National Times Bureau, May 19, 2025: In a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has submitted a formal memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria demanding a time-bound probe into the recent hooch tragedy in Majitha, Amritsar district. The tragedy has claimed 27 lives, with BJP alleging it to be the result of AAP’s complicity with the liquor mafia.BJP Punjab State President Sunil Jakhar, in a detailed letter dated May 19, 2025, held Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s administration responsible for the avoidable loss of lives. The victims, mostly daily wage earners,…
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Punjab BJP Leaders Meet Governor Kataria, Demand Probe into Majitha Liquor Tragedy

Punjab BJP Leaders Meet Governor Kataria, Demand Probe into Majitha Liquor Tragedy

Chandigarh, May 19, 2025: A delegation from the Punjab unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by state president Sunil Jakhar, met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Monday to express serious concerns over the Majitha spurious liquor tragedy.During the meeting, the BJP leaders submitted a memorandum, urging the Governor to intervene and seek accountability from the state government. The party alleged deep-rooted irregularities and corruption in the liquor trade and blamed the government for failing to act decisively in the wake of the tragedy.The BJP delegation also demanded a high-level investigation to uncover the full extent of the…
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Major Security Breach Foiled: Two Nabbed in Gurdaspur for Leaking Army Secrets to ISI

Major Security Breach Foiled: Two Nabbed in Gurdaspur for Leaking Army Secrets to ISI

Gurdaspur (National Times): In a dramatic turn of events, Gurdaspur Police busted a major spying ring on May 15, arresting two men for passing on top-secret military information to Pakistan’s ISI. The suspects, Sukhpreet Singh and Karanbir Singh, had been under surveillance following intelligence inputs that they were leaking classified details from Operation Sindoor—a high-level military initiative. Sources say the information shared included troop movements and strategic military locations across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and J&K. The arrests followed a quick police action, and a search of their belongings led to the seizure of three mobile phones and eight live cartridges…
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Controversy Erupts as SGPC Condemns Dhruv Rathee’s AI Video on Sikh History

Controversy Erupts as SGPC Condemns Dhruv Rathee’s AI Video on Sikh History

Amritsar (National Times): A new video on Sikh history by YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has sparked fierce backlash from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), which has accused him of twisting historical facts and disrespecting Sikh traditions. In a sharply worded statement, SGPC General Secretary Gurcharan Singh Grewal condemned Rathee’s use of artificial intelligence to portray events in Sikh history, claiming the video included factual distortions and lacked cultural sensitivity. “Rathee did not even show basic respect by referring to Guru Sahib appropriately,” said Grewal. “This kind of casual storytelling is unacceptable when dealing with matters of deep religious significance.” The…
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Harbhajan Mann Mourns the Loss of His Father-in-Law Harcharan Singh Gill in Toronto

Harbhajan Mann Mourns the Loss of His Father-in-Law Harcharan Singh Gill in Toronto

Toronto/Chandigarh (National Times): Renowned Punjabi singer and actor Harbhajan Mann has shared the news of a personal loss—his father-in-law, Sardar Harcharan Singh Gill Ramuwalia, passed away in Toronto, where he had been residing for over five decades. In a heartfelt social media post, Harbhajan Mann reflected on the life and legacy of S. Harcharan Singh Gill, fondly referring to him as “Papa Ji”. He expressed deep respect and gratitude for a man he described as wise, generous, and always encouraging. “Papa Ji was a progressive thinker and kind-hearted person who was always of use to others. His teachings and memories…
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Enemies waved White Flag: Indian Army Foils Pakistani Infiltration and Drone Attacks

Enemies waved White Flag: Indian Army Foils Pakistani Infiltration and Drone Attacks

Amritsar (National Times): In a bold display of valor and tactical superiority, Indian Army soldiers revealed details of a fierce cross-border conflict that took place between May 7 and 9, during which Pakistan launched a series of coordinated infiltration attempts and aerial strikes. The most alarming threat came on the night of May 8–9, when Pakistan attempted to target Amritsar’s Golden Temple with kamikaze drones and missiles, all of which were neutralized by India’s air defence systems. “They suddenly fired on us and attempted to infiltrate. We responded swiftly and with accurate firepower. By morning, the enemy was forced to…
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Indian Army Thwarts Pakistani Missile Strike on Golden Temple Using Advanced Air Defence Systems

Indian Army Thwarts Pakistani Missile Strike on Golden Temple Using Advanced Air Defence Systems

Amritsar (National Times): In a daring show of military preparedness and technological superiority, the Indian Army successfully intercepted and neutralized a Pakistani air assault aimed at the revered Golden Temple in Amritsar on May 8. The attempted attack came amid heightened hostilities following India’s precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan under Operation Sindoor. According to Major General Kartik C Seshadri, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 15 Infantry Division, the assault involved long-range missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including drones. Thanks to pre-emptive intelligence and swift deployment of modern air defence assets such as the AKASH missile system…
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Centre Confirms Suspension of IPS Officer SPS Parmar, Advises Punjab to File Charge-Sheet

Centre Confirms Suspension of IPS Officer SPS Parmar, Advises Punjab to File Charge-Sheet

Chandigarh, May 18, 2025: The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially confirmed the suspension of senior IPS officer Surinder Pal Singh Parmar (PB:1997), who formerly served as Punjab's Vigilance Chief. The suspension will remain in effect until June 23, 2025.According to a formal communication sent to the Chief Secretary of Punjab, the suspension has been approved under Rule 3(1) of the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969. The move follows a recommendation sent by the Punjab Government on May 5, 2025.The Centre has also advised the Punjab Government to issue a charge-sheet against Parmar before the suspension period…
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