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25 Oct

Young Man Dies in Police Custody at Sultanpur Lodhi; Family Alleges Brutality

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National Times Bureau :- A shocking incident has rattled the town as a young man, identified as Veerpal, died while in police custody. Veerpal had been taken into custody a few days ago in connection with a murder investigation in Masitaan village. Family Accuses Police of BrutalityVeerpal’s family has lodged serious allegations against the police, claiming that he was subjected to physical abuse during detention. The family alleges that Veerpal was beaten mercilessly and even stripped, adding that the police themselves provided him contraband, raising questions over the circumstances of his death. Connection with Previous Death in Masitaan VillageThe incident…

25 Oct

Major mishap averted in Punjab: Bus carrying 55 young players from Sangrur comes in contact with high-tension wires

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPlayers, Punjab, Sangrur

National Times Bureau :- A major mishap was averted in Ludhiana when a bus carrying at least 55 young players from Sangrur came in contact with high-tension wires in the Kochar Market area on Friday. The incident occurred as the bus was heading toward the venue of a sports competition scheduled for Saturday. According to eyewitnesses, the high-tension cables hanging low in the area got entangled with the metal angle mounted on top of the bus, causing sparks to fly. Panic spread among the players as the wires began sparking and snapping. The sparks also triggered flashes in other connected…

24 Oct

Punjab government will connect youth to their roots; young generation will take inspiration from Guru Sahib’s sacrifice

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabEducation, Punjab government

Chandigarh, 23 October, 2025: Punjab’s Mann government has taken an important and visionary step, whose aim is to deeply connect the state’s youth with their glorious heritage and rich history. This is an initiative that will help the young generation recognize their roots and take pride in them. The government has specifically decided that the youth should be introduced in detail to the life-philosophy and the great, unique sacrifice of the ninth Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, ‘Hind Di Chadar’ (Shield of India), so that they can understand how great their heritage is.The Education Department has taken full responsibility…

24 Oct

Punjab Records 512 Farm Fire Cases; Amritsar and Tarn Taran Lead Amid Rising Stubble Burning

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsLifestyle, PunjabPunjab, Stubble Burning

National Times Bureau :- Punjab has witnessed a sharp rise in the incidents relating to farm fires with total 512 cases been recorded so far, according to the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) data . According to the data as of October 23, Amritsar witnessed highest number of cases related to farm fires at 7, followed by Tarn Taran at 5, Sangrur (4), Ferozepur and Mansa three each, both Gurdaspur and Moga (2) and Kapurthala and Patiala one case each, as many farmers continue to ignore government appeals to stop crop residue burning. Since the window for sowing the Rabi…

24 Oct

Punjab government made history: gave 54,422 government and 4.5 Lakh private jobs without recommendations

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National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has been doing very good work in providing employment since 16 March 2022. The government has fulfilled its promise by creating more than 4.6 lakh new job opportunities. This includes government jobs and work found in new companies. This is a big success because unemployment was a big problem before. The government’s focus is on giving jobs based on ability, not recommendations. This has brought hope to lakhs of families. The “Ghar Ghar Rozgar Te Karobar Mission” has been most important in this big change. In this…

24 Oct

A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh: The journey of life is not easy for everyone. Among us are some brave companions who, despite challenges like disability or blindness, move forward with courage every day. For them, reaching even a bus seat is often no less than a major struggle—not just physically, but economically too. In such a scenario, the Mann government of Punjab has taken a decision that is not just a part of governance but the highest example of humanity. This decision opens all those doors that often remained closed for these special citizens of ours. The government has released a large sum of…

24 Oct

4.20 Crore Patients Treated, 73,000 get free service daily — The success story of Mann government’s 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The “Aam Aadmi Clinic” scheme started under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Punjab has today become a symbol of a new revolution in the field of health services in the state. This historic initiative has not only strengthened Punjab’s health system but has also brought real change in the lives of common people. Earlier, where rural and poor people had to run around big cities and government hospitals even for treatment of minor diseases, now those same people are getting free and quality treatment by visiting Aam Aadmi Clinics built in their neighborhoods or…

24 Oct

CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Flying Squad to Keep Check on Punjab’s Road Construction Quality

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a bid to ensure that every road built in Punjab meets the highest standards, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has introduced a special CM Flying Squad to monitor the quality of road construction and repair work throughout the state. The new inspection team, comprising senior officials from the Punjab Mandi Board and the Public Works Department (PWD), will conduct surprise visits to check the progress and quality of work under the ongoing link road development program. The government’s objective is to guarantee transparency, curb irregularities, and ensure durable infrastructure. Senior Engineers to Lead Regional Monitoring The squad…

23 Oct

Punjab Procures 61 Lakh Metric Tonnes of Paddy, ₹13,073 Crore Paid to Farmers: CM Bhagwant Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, flood relief, MSP, Punjab paddy procurement

Mohali, October 23: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced that the state has procured 61.01 lakh metric tonnes of paddy so far this season and disbursed ₹13,073 crore to farmers. He urged the Central Government to relax paddy procurement norms in view of the flood damage that affected large parts of the state’s farmland.During his visits to the grain markets of Bassi Pathana and Morinda, the Chief Minister reviewed ongoing procurement operations and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to purchasing and lifting every grain produced by farmers.Mann said that severe floods had caused widespread crop damage, increasing the moisture content…

23 Oct

Air Pollution Hits Hazardous Levels in Punjab, Five Major Cities Record AQI Above 200; Orange Alert Issued

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National Times Bureau :- Despite a slight dip in temperatures, air quality across Punjab has deteriorated sharply, raising serious public health concerns. According to the latest report from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), five major cities in the state have recorded Air Quality Index (AQI) levels above 200, crossing into hazardous territory. In response, authorities have issued an Orange Alert. City-wise Air Quality Status (as of Wednesday 4 PM): Mandi Gobindgarh: AQI 293 (Very Poor) Ludhiana: AQI 278 (Very Poor) Jalandhar: AQI 268 (Very Poor) Khanna: AQI 239 (Very Poor) Amritsar: AQI 238 (Poor) Among these, Mandi Gobindgarh emerged…