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19 Feb

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Denied Meeting with Punjab CM, Alleges Political Vendetta

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabBhagwant Mann, Punjab, Punjab News, Ravneet Singh Bittu

Chandigarh (National Times): Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu on Monday alleged that he was denied entry to meet Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann at his official residence in Chandigarh. According to Bittu, he had sought a meeting with the CM to discuss concerns regarding political vendetta against BJP workers in Punjab, but his requests were ignored. Tense Exchange with Police at CM's Residence Bittu arrived at the CM’s residence but was stopped at the gate by security personnel. A heated argument reportedly ensued between the Union Minister and the police, as he demanded an explanation for being denied entry. Despite…

18 Feb

G. Nageswara Rao Takes Charge as Punjab Vigilance Bureau Chief, Vows Crackdown on Corruption

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCorruption Crackdown, G. Nageswara Rao, Punjab Vigilance Bureau, Vigilance Enquiry, Zero Tolerance Policy

Chandigarh, February 18, 2025: Senior IPS officer G. Nageswara Rao has officially assumed charge as the Chief Director of the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) at Vigilance Bhawan, SAS Nagar. Zero Tolerance for Corruption Reiterating Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s vision for a corruption-free Punjab, Rao stressed the government's unwavering zero-tolerance policy. He promised strict action against corruption in all government departments.In his first address as VB Chief, Rao emphasized administrative efficiency and transparency. He assured that corruption-related cases and Vigilance Enquiries (VEs) would be thoroughly investigated, with legal proceedings ensuring strict punishment for the guilty. Warning to Officials: No Room…

18 Feb

DC Appeals the Residents to get the benefit of registration of plots in unauthorised colonies without NOCs before Feb 28

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDC Aashika Jain, NOCs, Registration

SAS Nagar, February 18, 2025:Deputy Commissioner Aashika Jain has appealed to the residents to get their registration of plots in illegal colonies done before the last date, February 28, fixed by Punjab Government. She said that as the deadline fixed for the registration as per the policy of Punjab Government to give relief to the plotholders (up to 500 Squares Yards) for registration of their plots situated in an unauthorized colony, is approaching nearly so they should take maximum benefit from the policy. She said that as per the directions of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, to ensure the…

18 Feb

Cultural Extravaganza at Delhi World Public School, Zirakpur, Young Students Shine with Impressive Performances

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCultural event, Delhi World Public School, Zirakpur

Zirakpur, February 18 – Delhi World Public School, Zirakpur, hosted a grand cultural event showcasing India's rich heritage. Junior students captivated the audience with a spectacular thematic presentation on "India – One Nation."The event commenced with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony by Director Principal Dr. Manisha Sahni, in the presence of parents and teachers who actively participated in the celebrations. Vibrant Cultural Showcases India's Diversity The stage came alive with soulful music, classical dance performances, and energetic folk presentations, portraying India's diverse traditions and historical essence.Students presented mesmerizing Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Bhangra, and Lavani performances, spreading a message of national unity,…

18 Feb

Another Resignation from Akal Takht-Appointed Committee

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Amritsar (National Times) – The seven-member committee formed by Akal Takht to oversee the reorganization of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has seen yet another resignation. Professor Kirpal Singh Badungar has stepped down from the panel, following the resignation of Harjinder Singh Dhami. The committee was constituted by Sri Akal Takht to supervise the restructuring of the SAD, a historically significant political party in Punjab. However, the back-to-back resignations have raised questions about the committee’s stability and the future course of action regarding the party’s reorganization. While the reasons behind Badungar’s resignation remain unclear, the development is likely to stir…

17 Feb

₹1 Lakh Donated for New Ambulance in Dera Bassi by Shri Ramleela Committee

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmbulance donation, Community service, Shri Ramleela Committee

Dera Bassi, February 17, 2025 – Shri Ramleela Committee (Reg. No. 812) of Dera Bassi has been raising funds to purchase a new ambulance. Responding to their appeal, Ryan Engineering Pvt. Ltd. donated ₹1,00,000 towards this noble cause.The cheque was handed over to Committee President Ravinder Vaishno, Cashier Upesh Bansal, Secretary Dinesh Kumar, and Patron Balbir Maggo. Sardar Gurdeep Singh Chahal, a social worker, played a key role in securing the donation. He assured that further efforts would be made to gather more financial support. 16 Years of Dedicated Ambulance Service President Ravinder Vaishno highlighted that for the past 16…

17 Feb

Punjab Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Condemns Treatment of Deported Indians, Urges Youth to Stay in India

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDeported Indians, Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Punjab Speaker, US deportation

Chandigarh, February 17, 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has strongly condemned the mistreatment of recently deported Indian nationals from the United States, particularly the alleged denial of Sikh youths’ right to wear turbans and the inhumane practice of handcuffing and chaining them. Calling the treatment “extremely condemnable,” Sandhwan expressed deep disappointment over the incident.Appealing to Punjab’s youth, he urged them to stay in India and pursue vocational training instead of risking their lives and spending exorbitant amounts—often up to ₹50 lakh—to seek employment abroad. He stressed that instead of becoming "servants" in foreign countries, Punjab’s youth could…

17 Feb

SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami Resigns Amid Controversy

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabHarjinder singh dhami, Punjab, SGPC

Amritsar (National Times) – In a major political development, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Harjinder Singh Dhami resigned from his post on Monday. His resignation was submitted to the SGPC interim committee, marking a significant shift in the organization’s leadership. Reason Behind the Resignation Dhami’s decision comes in the wake of a social media post by Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, for whom he had publicly expressed support. Additionally, he strongly condemned the treatment of illegal Punjabi immigrants deported from the United States, a matter that has sparked outrage among the Sikh community. He voiced concerns…

16 Feb

Father Kills Only Son Over Family Dispute in Bathinda Village

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabBathinda murder, domestic dispute, father kills son, Punjab crime

Bathinda, February 16, 2025– In a tragic incident, a father shot and killed his only son following a domestic dispute in Chak Ruldu Singh Wala village on Sunday. The accused, Sukhwinder Singh, used his licensed 12-bore revolver to commit the crime.The police from Sangat police station reached the scene after receiving information and arrested the accused. A case of murder has been registered against him, and the murder weapon has been confiscated. The victim’s body has been sent for post-mortem at Bathinda Civil Hospital. Frequent Disputes Led to Tragedy According to the victim’s wife, Harpinder Kaur, there were ongoing tensions…

16 Feb

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Youth to Avoid Illegal Migration, Focus on State’s Growth

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Illegal Immigration, Punjab, Youth

Ghungrali (Ludhiana), February 16, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann urged the state’s youth to learn from recent deportations from the US and avoid illegal migration. He encouraged them to work hard in Punjab and contribute to its progress.Speaking at a sports tournament, Mann emphasized that Punjab has some of the world’s most fertile land. However, he blamed previous governments for failing to create opportunities, which forced many young people to seek better prospects abroad. "Deportations Are an Eye-Opener" Mann called the mass deportations from the US a wake-up call. He urged young people to focus on Punjab’s…