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13 Oct

SGPC presidential elections to be held on November 3

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab2025, Amritsar, Elections, Punjab News, SGPC, Sikh

National Times Bureau :- The Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee elections will be held on November 3. A decision in this regard was taken at a meeting of the SGPC's executive committee, which was presided over by Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee president Harjinder Singh Dhami. Elections will be held for the posts of President, Senior Vice President, Junior Vice President, General Secretary, and 11 members of the Interim Committee. "The elections will be held on November 3 during the General House Session by members of the SGPC", said Harjinder Singh Dhami. The elections are conducted every year in November to elect…

13 Oct

Punjab Cabinet to Meet Today: Major Announcements on Flood Relief, Guru Tegh Bahadur Commemorations Likely

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Cabinet is set to hold a crucial meeting today at 3:00 PM at the Civil Secretariat, with several key matters on the agenda. With a wide range of issues awaiting deliberation, the meeting is expected to result in decisions that could have significant administrative and political impact. Among the major topics likely to be discussed are preparations for the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, distribution of flood compensation, and pressing matters related to state employees. State Plans Grand Observance of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s Martyrdom The state government is reportedly finalizing…

13 Oct

Punjab Set for a Colder Winter as Temperatures Continue Gradual Decline

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): A noticeable chill is beginning to take hold across Punjab, with temperatures steadily falling and weather experts predicting a colder-than-usual winter ahead. The latest reports from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) show that the state experienced a 0.7°C temperature dip in the last 24 hours alone, pushing current readings nearly 2°C below average for this time of year. Although daytime temperatures still linger above 30°C in many regions, the overall trend points to a consistent cooling pattern. Bathinda recorded the state's highest temperature at 34.2°C, while cities like Ludhiana, Patiala, and Fazilka also hovered above the 31°C…

12 Oct

Crackdown on Organized Crime: AGTF Punjab Arrests Two Bambiha Gang Operatives

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAGTF Punjab, Bambiha Gang, firearms recovery, organized crime, Punjab Police

Barnala, Punjab, October 12, 2025: In a significant blow to organized crime in the state, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab, working alongside Barnala Police, arrested two operatives of the Davinder Bambiha Gang and recovered six firearms, officials said on Sunday. This operation is part of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s ongoing initiative to strengthen law and order across Punjab.The arrested individuals have been identified as Sandeep Singh, hailing from Hanumangarh in Rajasthan, and Sekher, a resident of Kaithal in Haryana. Police seized one PX5 pistol, one .30 bore pistol, four .32 bore pistols, and 19 live cartridges. A Maruti…

12 Oct

Election Commission Announces Bye-Election Schedule for Tarn Taran Assembly Seat

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Chandigarh, October 12, 2025: The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the bye-election to the 21-Tarn Taran Assembly Constituency in Punjab. Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab, Sibin C said the nomination process will begin on October 13, 2025, with the issue of Gazette Notification.The last date for filing nominations will be October 21, followed by scrutiny on October 22. Candidates will be allowed to withdraw their nominations until October 24. Polling is scheduled for November 11, and counting of votes will take place on November 14. The entire election process will conclude before November 16, 2025.Polling will be…

12 Oct

Punjab bans use, purchase of 8 medicines in all Govt hospitals; View list

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National Times Bureau :- The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab, has ordered an immediate ban on the use and procurement of eight medicines across all government hospitals in the state. The decision comes after several complaints were received regarding adverse reactions among patients who were administered these medicines. According to the directive, the banned medicines were manufactured by three pharmaceutical companies. The Health Directorate has instructed all Civil Surgeons and Medical Superintendents to stop the use and purchase of these drugs with immediate effect and to ensure compliance at all healthcare facilities.

12 Oct

Punjab Sees Below-Normal Temperatures Amid Clear Skies; Dry Weather to Persist

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): Despite a marginal rise in daytime temperatures, Punjab continues to experience cooler-than-average conditions, with the state’s overall temperature holding at 2.2°C below normal for this time of year. As per the latest update from the Meteorological Centre, no rainfall is expected across Punjab in the coming week, with dry and sunny weather likely to dominate. The maximum temperature recorded on Saturday was 32.8°C in Bathinda, while most cities hovered around 30°C. Officials noted that in the past 24 hours, there was only a minor temperature increase of 0.4°C, signaling a slow return to typical seasonal levels following…

12 Oct

Punjab Police Arrest Two Linked to Bambiha Gang in Major Arms Trafficking Bust

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Barnala (Gurpreet Singh): In a coordinated strike against organized crime, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab, working jointly with Barnala Police, arrested two suspected members of the Bambiha Gang, uncovering a significant arms cache in the process. The suspects, identified as Sandeep Singh and Sekher, were taken into custody following intelligence inputs about their involvement in illegal arms smuggling. The operation led to the recovery of six pistols, including a PX5, four pistols of .32 bore, one .30 bore pistol, and 19 live cartridges. Preliminary findings suggest that the weapons were intended for gang members operating at ground level,…

11 Oct

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Youth to Channel Energy for Nation-Building at Barnala Youth Festival

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Barnala, Punjab, October 11, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday urged young people to channel their boundless energy toward positive and constructive goals that contribute to the socio-economic development of the state and the nation.Speaking at the Regional Youth Festival held at SD College, Barnala, CM Mann called on students to draw inspiration from India’s revolutionary heroes, particularly Shaheed Bhagat Singh and other martyrs, who dedicated their lives to the country’s freedom and welfare. He said their ideals continue to serve as a moral compass for today’s youth to selflessly serve the nation.The Chief Minister highlighted the…

11 Oct

Kangana Ranaut to Appear in Bathinda Court on October 27 in Defamation Case Filed by Farmer Woman

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PunjabBathinda court, defamation case, Kangana Ranaut, Mahinder Kaur

Bathinda, Punjab, October 11, 2025: BJP MP from Mandi and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will appear before the Bathinda District Court on October 27 in a long-pending defamation case. The court accepted a request from her legal team on Friday, scheduling her personal appearance for 2 PM.The case, filed by 85-year-old farmer Mahinder Kaur from Bahadargarh Jandian village, dates back to January 4, 2021. Kaur, who was 81 at the time, accused Kangana of making defamatory remarks during the farmers’ protest in Delhi. The actress had allegedly shared Kaur’s photograph on social media and suggested that she was a paid…