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27 Oct

Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom: PU denies permission to hold seminar, claims student body; SGPC flays refusal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCanada, Punjab News, SGPC

National Times Bureau :- Uncertainty prevails over holding a special seminar to commemorate Guru Teg Bahadur’s 350th martyrdom at Panjab University. While the students have claimed that the university denied permission, the university has maintained that the procedure seeking approval was not followed. The university authorities, meanwhile, said the organisers had been told to submit the necessary documents and no “refusal” had been given on record by any university officials. “As per the rules, if a person is invited to any seminar his/her CV gets attached with the request, citing his/her contribution towards the topic. It has been cross-checked with…

27 Oct

High Court issues notice to Punjab government on plea citing doctors’ negligence after Rajvir Jawanda’s accident

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabHigh Court, Rajwir Jawanda

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a notice to the to the Punjab government on a petition filed over the death of Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda who died in a road accident. According to the Daily Diary Report (DDR) filed by the Pinjore police, Shori Hospital in Pinjore allegedly refused to provide immediate first aid to the injured Jawanda in time. Following the incident, Lawyers for Human Rights International filed a petition in the Punjab and Haryana Hich Court expressing concern over the insensitivity and negligence of doctors in hospitals across Punjab, Haryana and…

27 Oct

Punjab CM Meets President Murmu, Invites Her to 350th Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Celebrations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan to extend a formal invitation for the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The Punjab government has also reached out to the Chief Ministers of all states to participate, aiming to make the commemoration a nationwide observance. Earlier this week, CM Mann, accompanied by AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, attended a Kirtan Darbar organised by the Punjab government as part of the series of events marking the Guru’s martyrdom. The Chief Minister highlighted that celebrations are being planned not only…

27 Oct

Punjab Cabinet to Convene Tomorrow: Focus on Martyrdom Centenary and Youth Employment Initiatives

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab cabinet

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Cabinet will hold an important meeting tomorrow morning at 10 am, at the residence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh. The session is expected to address several significant matters, most notably the preparations for the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji. Additionally, discussions will revolve around proposals for creating new job opportunities for the state's youth. However, with the by-elections in Tarn Taran currently underway, the Cabinet will be careful not to make any decisions that could influence the election. As the Model Code of Conduct remains in effect, no…

26 Oct

Punjab Assembly Speaker Pays Tribute at Antim Ardas of Late IPS Officer Y. Puran Kumar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAntim Ardas, Bhog ceremony, IPS Officer, Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Y. Puran Kumar

Chandigarh, October 26, 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan attended the Bhog and Antim Ardas ceremony of the late IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar at Gurudwara Nada Sahib, Panchkula.Expressing deep grief over the untimely demise of the senior officer, Sandhwan praised his contributions toward the welfare of society and said that his service to the nation will always be remembered.Conveying the condolences of AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, the Speaker said that the party stands firmly with the bereaved family during this difficult time.Speaker Sandhwan prayed for peace for the departed soul and strength for the family…

26 Oct

Punjab CM Flags Off Free Wheat Seed Distribution for Flood-Hit Farmers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, flood relief, free wheat seeds, Punjab floods

Amritsar (Punjab), October 26, 2025: In a major relief measure for flood-affected farmers, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday flagged off seven trucks carrying two lakh quintals of wheat seeds to be distributed free of cost to cultivators who lost their crops across nearly five lakh acres during the recent floods.Mann said that farmers in the state have endured immense suffering due to the floods, and the government stands firmly with them during this challenging period. To help them recover, the state has allocated wheat seeds worth ₹74 crore to ensure that affected farmers can sow the upcoming…

26 Oct

Tejashwi Yadav promises to double panchayat allowances if INDIA bloc wins Bihar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBihar, Tejashvi Yadav

National Times Bureau :- RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday said allowances of the representatives of Bihar's panchayati raj system will be doubled if the INDIA bloc comes to power in the state. "INDIA bloc, if voted to power, will double the allowances of the representatives of Bihar's Panchayati Raj system," said Yadav, the Chief Ministerial face of the Opposition alliance. Seated next to him in the press conference was Mukesh Sahani, the chief of Vikassheel Insaan Party and the alliance's Deputy Chief Ministerial face. "Representatives of panchayats and Gram Kachahari (village courts) had been demanding pension benefits. We have…

25 Oct

‘School of Excellence’ – The ‘Runway of Dreams’ for Every Child! CM Mann’s ‘Modern Age Temples’ Bring Bright Future, Know the New Facilities!

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Mann, Punjab, School Of Excellence

Education Revolution in Punjab with ‘Schools of Eminence’! Record-breaking Success of Government Schools with ₹231.74 Crore Investment and Free NEET/JEE Coaching!Chandigarh, October 25, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, not just a government has changed in Punjab, but the old structure of education that had created a deep divide between rich and poor children for decades has been completely transformed. CM Mann’s firm commitment is that Punjab’s youth will no longer just be job seekers, but will become capable of providing employment to the country based on their confidence and skills. To achieve this great goal,…

25 Oct

Mann Government Stands with Farmers: Promise to Buy Every Single Bag of Paddy, Farmers Getting Full Payment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Paddy procurement, Punjab government

Chandigarh, October 25, 2025: The government of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has taken another big decision for farmers. By continuously purchasing the paddy (rice) crop, the government is giving great relief to farmers. The Chief Minister has clearly said that every single grain of the farmers’ crop will be purchased.This time there has been no interruption in paddy procurement. Farmers’ crops are being bought quickly at government purchase centers. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has given strict instructions to officials that the procurement work should continue without stopping. Sufficient procurement agencies have been deployed for this purpose.Thousands of purchase centers…

25 Oct

Punjab Told to Expedite Land Acquisition for Rajpura–Mohali Railway Line

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Northern Railway has urged the Punjab Government to move swiftly in appointing officials responsible for land acquisition and arbitration for the proposed Rajpura–Mohali new railway line, a key connectivity project stretching 18.11 kilometres across three districts. In an official communication to the state authorities, the railway division requested the nomination of a Competent Authority for Land Acquisition (CALA) and an arbitrator under the provisions of the Railways (Amendment) Act, 2008. The move follows the Central Government’s notification declaring the corridor a Special Railway Project, paving the way for the acquisition of nearly 53.84 hectares of land…