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27 Jan

Haryana–Punjab CMs Hold Crucial Meeting on SYL Issue, Agree on Officer-Level Talks

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, PunjabBhagwant Mann, Haryana Punjab water dispute, Nayab Singh Saini, SYL Canal, SYL meeting Chandigarh

Chandigarh, January 27, 2026: Haryana and Punjab on Tuesday held an important meeting in Chandigarh to discuss the long-pending Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal issue, with Chief Ministers Nayab Singh Saini and Bhagwant Mann agreeing to take the dialogue forward at the officials’ level.The meeting, described as cordial and constructive, saw detailed point-by-point discussions on the SYL matter. Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry and Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Goyal were also present during the talks.After the meeting, both Chief Ministers addressed a joint press conference to brief the media on the outcome. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini…

27 Jan

Punjab shocker: 19-year-old youth stabbed to death by friends in Fatehgarh Sahib

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News

National Times Bureau :- In a shocking incident, a 19-year-old youth was brutally killed by his friends in Punjab's Fatehgarh Sahib district. The deceased has been identified Manvinder Singh who was the only son of his parents. The incident unfolded in Khamano in Fatehgarh Sahib district after an argument turned into a violent confrontation and Manvinder was attacked with sharp-edged weapon by his friends. His family has demanded the strictest possible action and arrest of those responsible for the killing. The attackers fled the scene after committing the crime. Manvinder Singh’s uncle, Surinder Singh, stated that he was standing on…

27 Jan

Rain lashes Punjab, Chandigarh; IMD issues alert for thunderstorm, hail and lighting

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab weather, Rain

National Times Bureau :- The weather has significantly changed in Punjab and Chandigarh after heavy rain lashed several parts including Mohali, Ludhiana and Jalandhar. The Chandigarh Meteorological Centre has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, rain, lightning, and strong winds blowing at speeds of 40 to 50 km per hour. In addition to rain and thunderstorms, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also forecast hail across the region. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are likely in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Moga, Ludhiana, Barnala, Mansa, Sangrur, Fatehgarh Sahib, Rupnagar, Patiala, Mohali (SAS Nagar), and Malerkotla. According to…

27 Jan

SYL canal dispute: Haryana and Punjab CMs agree on official-level talks, Mann calls for new water pact

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, PunjabMeeting, SYL Dispute

National Times Bureau :- In another attempt to break the long-standing deadlock over the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal dispute, the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab held their third round of talks in Chandigarh on Tuesday. The meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, focused on exploring possible solutions within the framework laid down by the Supreme Court. After the discussions, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and his Punjab counterpart addressed the media jointly. ‘Positive atmosphere, meaningful dialogue’: Nayab Singh Saini Haryana CM Nayab Saini said the talks were held in a constructive and cordial environment. He stated that whenever…

27 Jan

Punjab and Haryana CMs Wrap Up Talks on SYL Dispute

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Punjab

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): The meeting between Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini to discuss the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) issue has come to an end, officials confirmed. The discussions were attended by Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Goyal and Haryana Cabinet Minister Shruti Chaudhary, along with senior officials from both states. While no official statement has been released regarding the conclusions or agreements from the meeting, the talks were seen as part of ongoing efforts to find a resolution to the decades-old water-sharing dispute between Punjab and Haryana.

27 Jan

Punjab Police Arrest Goldy Brar’s Parents in Fresh Extortion Probe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingGoldy Brar

Punjab Police have taken into custody the parents of fugitive gangster Satinderjit Singh, alias Goldy Brar, in connection with an extortion case registered last year in Muktsar district, officials confirmed on Monday. The development comes as part of an intensified statewide drive aimed at breaking the influence and logistical backing of organised crime groups. Police sources said the arrests stem from a 2024 complaint lodged by a resident of Udekaran village, who alleged intimidation and extortion. After months of investigation, a team from Sadar Muktsar police station traced the accused and detained them from Amritsar. The accused have been identified…

26 Jan

Punjab’s rights non-negotiable, Chandigarh will always remain ours: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann at Republic Day event in Hoshiarpur

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, Chandigarh capital issue, Punjab High Court demand, Punjab Republic Day, Sri Guru Ravidas Parkash Parv

Hoshiarpur, 26th January 2026: Unfurling the national Tricolour in Hoshiarpur on Republic Day, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann coupled the ceremonial occasion with a firm assertion of Punjab’s constitutional rights and a detailed account of his government’s governance record. Recalling Punjab’s unmatched sacrifices in India’s freedom struggle and its continuing role as the country’s Food Bowl and Sword Arm, the Chief Minister said the state has been unjustly denied its rightful capital and a separate High Court since Independence, and made it clear that attempts to undermine Punjab’s claim over Chandigarh, Panjab University and its water rights would not succeed.…

26 Jan

Punjab Cop stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Patiala’s Nabha

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabHead Constable, Murder, Patiala, Punjab Police

National Times Bureau :- In another case of deteriorating law and order in the state, a Punjab Police head constable was allegedly attacked with sharp-edged weapon by unidentified assailants in Patiala's Nabha on Sunday evening. The victim has been identified as Amandeep Singh, a head constable posted at Civil Lines in Patiala and a resident of Nabha. Kotwali Police Station in-charge Saurav Sabharwal said preliminary information indicates the attack followed a confrontation with the youths. He added that Singh’s brother is currently not in a condition to record a statement. The incident unfolded on Sunday evening around 8 pm when…

26 Jan

Former BCCI president and PCA chief IS Bindra dies at 84 after prolonged illness

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, SportsInderjeet Singh Bindra

National Times Bureau :- Former BCCI and Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) president IS Bindra passed away on Sunday, January 25, at the age of 84 following a long illness. He was one of the most influential figures in Indian cricket administration, admired for his foresight, leadership, and lasting contributions to the sport. Along with Jagmohan Dalmiya, Bindra played a crucial role in transforming Indian cricket into a financially powerful and globally competitive enterprise, helping shape its modern commercial structure. His decades-long service left a deep and enduring impact on both domestic and international cricket. ICC chairman Jay Shah paid tribute,…

25 Jan

Road accident deaths in Punjab have dropped by 48% after formation of Sadak Surakhya Force; other states are keen to adopt this model: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab, Sadak Surakhya Force

CHANDIGARH, 25th January 2026: Punjab has recorded a decisive improvement in road safety outcomes after the constitution of the Sadak Surakhya Force (SSF), with road accident deaths in the state declining by 48 percent through a system focused on swift emergency response, immediate first aid and better trauma care. Once counted among the top three states in the country for road accident fatalities, Punjab has significantly reversed this trend, with lives now being saved due to faster hospitalisation and improved treatment protocols. Highlighting the impact of this intervention, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Sadak Surakhya Force has…