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07 Jun

Punjab Reports Second Death Due to COVID-19, 69-Year-Old Woman from Ludhiana Succumbs

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Ludhiana (National Times): The resurgence of COVID-19 in Punjab has claimed its second victim, raising fresh concerns about the virus's spread in the state. A 69-year-old woman from Ludhiana succumbed to the infection, health officials confirmed today. According to the State Health Department, the deceased had been admitted to a hospital in Ludhiana after complaining of breathlessness and fever. Despite medical intervention, her condition deteriorated rapidly, and she passed away due to COVID-related complications. This is the second COVID-19 fatality in Punjab amid a slow but steady increase in reported cases. The total number of active COVID-19 cases in the…

07 Jun

More Arrested in Ferozepur Tattoo Shop Shootout Case During Police-CI Encounter

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Ferozepur (National Times): In a major breakthrough in the Ferozepur tattoo shop shootout case, police and counter-intelligence (CI) officials arrested three more accused during an encounter on Friday night. The accused were identified as Gurjinder alias Ghoda, Amarjit Singh, and Sonu. The joint operation unfolded at a naka near Ratta Khera village, where the police team intercepted the suspects while tracking their movements. According to DIG Harmanbir Gill, the accused opened fire on the police team during the chase, prompting retaliation. All three suspects sustained injuries during the exchange and were subsequently taken into custody. Four weapons were seized from…

06 Jun

SSP Vigilance Suspended Amid Allegations of Fabricating Summons to Aid Congress Leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBharat Bhushan Ashu, Ludhiana West bypoll, SSP Vigilance suspended

Chandigarh, June 6, 2025 — In a dramatic twist ahead of the Ludhiana West bypolls, the Punjab government has suspended the SSP Vigilance officer who issued a summons to Congress leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu. The development has raised serious questions about the authenticity and motive behind the notice, which has now been nullified. Ashu will no longer need to appear before the Vigilance Bureau today.According to government sources, an internal probe revealed that the summons may have been orchestrated by Ashu himself to generate public sympathy ahead of the crucial by-election. Allegedly, there was direct communication between Ashu and the…

06 Jun

Clash Averted at Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Operation Blue Star Anniversary; Jathedar Refrains from Message

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Amritsar (National Times): The 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star was observed peacefully today at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, amid high anticipation and heightened security. A potential confrontation was averted after acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj chose not to deliver a message to the Sikh Panth (community) and instead confined himself to performing the Ardas (prayer). In a significant move aimed at maintaining harmony, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), led by President Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured the families of those martyred during the 1984 military operation, which targeted militants inside the Golden Temple complex but also resulted in…

06 Jun

Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj Performs Ardas on Operation Blue Star Anniversary Amid Ongoing Protests

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Amritsar (National Times): Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, led the Ardas (prayer ceremony) on the solemn occasion of the 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star today at the Golden Temple complex. The event was marked by heavy security, large gatherings of devotees, and continued protests over his position and role. The prayer took place despite persistent opposition from various Sikh factions, including Damdami Taksal and Nihang Singh groups, who have contested Gadgaj’s authority to address the Panth (Sikh community) on this emotionally charged day. Critics argue that his appointment did not follow traditional…

05 Jun

CM Mann Congratulates Punjab’s UPSC Achievers, Urges Them to Uphold State’s Legacy

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Chandigarh, June 5, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday met with 26 successful UPSC candidates from the state and called upon them to serve the nation with integrity while becoming cultural ambassadors of Punjab wherever they are posted.Congratulating the achievers at his official residence, CM Mann attributed their success to dedication, perseverance, and hard work. He encouraged them to carry the essence of Punjab—its values, culture, and resilience—into every corner of the country through their service.“Wherever you go, let your work reflect the fragrance of Punjab,” said Mann, adding that Punjabis are widely known for their hard…

05 Jun

Golden Temple Under Tight Security Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary

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Amritsar (National Times): Security has been significantly ramped up in Amritsar ahead of the 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar, with nearly 4,000 police personnel deployed across the city to maintain law and order. With the sensitive occasion set for June 6, authorities have intensified surveillance and preventive measures, especially around the Golden Temple complex. The Punjab Police have set up 24-hour checkpoints, conducted flag marches, and increased patrolling in coordination with forces from nearby districts, including Amritsar Rural, Batala, and Tarn Taran. Intelligence units and officers in plain clothes have also been tasked with monitoring sensitive zones for any signs…

05 Jun

GNDU Postpones June 6 Exams in Observance of Ghallughara Diwas

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Amritsar, June 5, 2025 — Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) has postponed all semester examinations scheduled for June 6, 2025, in observance of Ghallughara Diwas, the solemn remembrance of the 1984 Operation Blue Star.The university has officially announced that these exams will now be conducted on June 20, 2025.Observed annually across Punjab and Sikh communities worldwide, Ghallughara Diwas commemorates the tragic military operation at the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar. GNDU’s decision ensures students and staff can pay their respects without academic obligations.

05 Jun

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Visits Punjab, Engages with Farmers and Promotes Agricultural Innovation

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Patiala (National Times): Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, arrived in Punjab today for a one-day visit aimed at deepening grassroots engagement with farmers and encouraging sustainable, technology-driven agriculture practices. The Minister began his visit at 10:00 AM from Rajpura village in Patiala district, where he participated in a Kisan Chaupal, directly interacting with farmers to listen to their concerns and gather suggestions. The informal interaction allowed local cultivators to voice issues ranging from crop pricing and irrigation to technological support and government schemes. Marking World Environment Day, Chouhan planted saplings in Patiala…

05 Jun

‘Operation Sindoor’ is not ‘Operation Lotus’, Says MP Raja Warring

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a strongly worded post on social media, Congress MP Raja Warring lashed out at both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab units, accusing them of politicising the Indian Army’s recent counter-terror operation, codenamed ‘Operation Sindoor’. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Warring wrote, “It is way too clear that the AAP Punjab and the BJP Punjab are two sides of the same coin. Now both of them are trying to do petty politics in the name of ‘Operation Sindoor’.” He slammed BJP leaders for posturing as though they had personally taken part…