Punjab

IPS Officer Nanak Singh Appointed as New DIG of Ropar Range

IPS Officer Nanak Singh Appointed as New DIG of Ropar Range

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has appointed 2011-batch IPS officer Nanak Singh as the new Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Ropar range. In a concurrent development, Sandeep Goel, AIG of AIGTF Ludhiana, has been posted as DIG of the Border Range, Amritsar. The posting follows the suspension of former Ropar range DIG, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, on October 16, after his arrest by the CBI. This move is part of the state’s ongoing effort to strengthen senior police leadership across key ranges.
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Mohali Police Bust High-Profile Extortion Racket; Chandigarh Club Executive Arrested

Mohali Police Bust High-Profile Extortion Racket; Chandigarh Club Executive Arrested

National Times Bureau :- Mohali Police have uncovered a high-profile extortion and blackmail racket, arresting Chandigarh Club’s executive member, Vikas Bector. The accused has been charged with threatening a lawyer with firearms and attempting to extort money through intimidation. Bector has been taken on police remand for questioning. Complaint by Lawyer Triggers Action The investigation followed a complaint lodged at Mullampur Police Station by city-based lawyer Gaurav Dheer. According to the complaint, Vikas Bector and his associates repeatedly threatened the lawyer and attempted to coerce money from him using arms. FIR Registered Under BNS Sections Acting on the complaint, the…
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Union Minister Hardeep Puri Presents Sacred ‘Jore Sahib’ to DSGMC; PM Urges Devotees to Visit for Darshan

Union Minister Hardeep Puri Presents Sacred ‘Jore Sahib’ to DSGMC; PM Urges Devotees to Visit for Darshan

National Times Bureau :- Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Wednesday handed over the custody of the holy “Jore Sahib”, the footwear of tenth Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur, to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) at Gurdwara Moti Bagh in the national capital. The “Jore Sahib” will embark on a 10-day yatra for Patna, to be preserved and displayed at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, the birthplace of the guru. Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged the people to visit Gurdwara Moti Bagh and have darshan of the sacred relics…
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One Killed, several injured after massive explosion in Verka Milk plant

One Killed, several injured after massive explosion in Verka Milk plant

National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident, a massive explosion was reported in verka milk plant's heater, killing one and injuring several others.  According to the reports, a major steam boiler used for converting milk into powder exploded inside the milk plant, resulting in the death of the plant’s chief engineer, Kunal Jain. Four other employees, including foremen, were injured and admitted to Ludhiana’s DMC Hospital, where their condition remains critical. The deceaseD, Kunal Jain was employed as an A-grade engineer, had been promoted only a few days earlier. His wife is a contractual employee at the same Verka…
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Court Orders Swift Removal of Doctored Video Targeting Punjab CM, Tightens Scrutiny on Social Media Platforms

Court Orders Swift Removal of Doctored Video Targeting Punjab CM, Tightens Scrutiny on Social Media Platforms

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Mohali district court has issued firm directives to tech giants Facebook and Google to take down a fabricated video of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann that recently went viral. The platforms have been given a 24-hour deadline to erase the misleading content and ensure that similar material does not reappear online. According to the order, Facebook must block and delete all offensive posts as soon as they are flagged by the State Cyber Crime Department, while Google has been told to filter out the fake video from its search results. The court also cautioned that non-compliance…
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Mann Government’s ‘Hauli Chalo’ Campaign Becomes a Public Movement — Rural Roads Now Safer Than Ever!

Mann Government’s ‘Hauli Chalo’ Campaign Becomes a Public Movement — Rural Roads Now Safer Than Ever!

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In another historic step toward good governance and public safety, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Traffic and Road Safety Wing of the Punjab Police has launched the “Hauli Chalo” (Drive Slowly) campaign. This unique initiative marks a milestone in strengthening road safety across Punjab’s rural areas. The campaign was inaugurated by Special DGP A.S. Rai at the Bhago Majra Toll Plaza, where reflector stickers were affixed to tractor-trolleys. This step is not only technically impactful but also symbolizes the Mann government’s compassionate and farmer-friendly approach.In its first phase, reflector stickers will be installed…
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PHDCCI Organized National Conference on Strengthening Pharmaceutical Quality through GMP

PHDCCI Organized National Conference on Strengthening Pharmaceutical Quality through GMP

Experts, policymakers, and industry leaders discuss strategies to enhance compliance, innovation, and global competitiveness under revamped RPTUAS scheme.Chandigarh, October 22: The Health Committee and Chandigarh Chapter of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in association with the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India, successfully organized a National Conference on “Enhancing Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance through Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)” along with a Special Session on the Revamped Pharmaceutical Technology Upgradation Assistance Scheme (RPTUAS) at PHD House, Chandigarh. The event brought together distinguished dignitaries, government officials, and industry leaders who shared valuable insights on strengthening…
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Tarn Taran: Doctor’s Car Destroyed in Firecracker Blaze on Diwali, Loss Estimated at Rs 18 Lakh

Tarn Taran: Doctor’s Car Destroyed in Firecracker Blaze on Diwali, Loss Estimated at Rs 18 Lakh

National Times Bureau :- A serious incident occurred on Diwali night in Guru Nanak Colony, Patti, when a doctor’s car caught fire due to stray firecrackers and was completely destroyed. The vehicle is estimated to have been worth around Rs 18 lakh. Dr. Arvinderjit Singh stated that the fire broke out around midnight while fireworks were being set off in the surrounding area. Several crackers fell on his parked car, causing it to ignite. Local residents rushed to help, but the fire quickly engulfed the vehicle. Dr. Singh and neighbors have appealed to the Punjab government for prompt compensation, emphasizing…
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Former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa Denies Allegations Surrounding Son’s Death

Former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa Denies Allegations Surrounding Son’s Death

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Former Punjab Police Chief Mohammad Mustafa has strongly refuted all allegations linking him and his family to the death of his son, calling the accusations “completely without merit.” Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Mustafa expressed his willingness to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation and welcomed the FIR filed against him and his wife, former minister Razia Sultana. The FIR relates to the death of their 35-year-old son, Aqeel Akhtar, whose body was discovered at their Panchkula residence on October 16. Authorities have also registered cases against Aqeel’s wife and sister in connection with the incident.…
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Massive Theft of Controlled Drug at Moga Civil Hospital Sparks Security Alarm

Massive Theft of Controlled Drug at Moga Civil Hospital Sparks Security Alarm

Moga (Gurpreet Singh): A major theft of buprenorphine, a controlled narcotic medication, has been reported at the Civil Hospital in Moga, with stock valued at nearly Rs 7 lakh found missing from the hospital's drug storage facility. Hospital staff discovered the theft during routine checks earlier this week, prompting immediate alarm due to the nature of the stolen substance. Buprenorphine, while used medically for pain relief and opioid de-addiction therapy, is frequently misused as a heroin substitute and is a key target for illegal drug networks. According to hospital officials, unknown individuals broke into the medicine store by forcing open…
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