Punjab

Dr. Rupesh K. Singh Re-elected as Chairman of PRCI Chandigarh Chapter for 2026-27
17 Jan

Dr. Rupesh K. Singh Re-elected as Chairman of PRCI Chandigarh Chapter for 2026-27

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Dr. Rupesh K. Singh has been unanimously re-elected as the Chairman of the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI), Chandigarh Chapter for the 2026-27 term, marking his third consecutive year in the role. The decision was taken unanimously during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the PRCI Chandigarh Chapter held at the UT Guest House.The AGM also reaffirmed Sudeep Rawat as Secretary for a third consecutive term. Dr. Priya Chadha was appointed as the new Vice President, while Lalit Sharma will serve as Joint Secretary. Pavittar Singh will continue in his role as Treasurer.The AGM proceedings were…
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Rana Balachauria murder: Key shooter killed in police encounter in Mohali after dramatic chase
17 Jan

Rana Balachauria murder: Key shooter killed in police encounter in Mohali after dramatic chase

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab,
National Times Bureau :- In a significant development, key shooter in Rana Balachauria murder case has been reportedly killed in a police encounter on Airport road in Mohali.  According to the police, the accused Karan Defaulter was taken into CI custody following which he escaped and attacked the police, prompting an encounter.  According to the police, the accused Karan Defaulter was taken into CI custody following which he escaped and attacked the police, prompting an encounter.  The encounter took place on Airport Road, Mohali. Police officials are expected to hold a media briefing about the encounter.  Chandigarh Senior Superintendent of…
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Cold wave tightens grip as dense fog blankets Delhi-NCR, flights delayed
17 Jan

Cold wave tightens grip as dense fog blankets Delhi-NCR, flights delayed

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- A dangerous combination of thick fog, piercing cold and unhealthy pollution levels blanketed Delhi-NCR on a harsh Saturday morning, dropping visibility to alarming lows, disrupting flight schedules and aggravating the region’s pollution crisis.  The steep fall in temperatures, along with still air and poor atmospheric circulation, added to residents’ discomfort as the capital endured yet another intense winter phase. Large swathes of north India woke up to a heavy fog cover, drastically reducing visibility in several states. Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh remained shrouded in dense to extremely dense fog.  Cities such as Saharanpur, Ghaziabad, Bareilly,…
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SGPC Executive Committee Meets Under Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami; Condemnation Resolution Passed Over Remarks on Sikh Gurus
16 Jan

SGPC Executive Committee Meets Under Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami; Condemnation Resolution Passed Over Remarks on Sikh Gurus

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Amritsar, January 16: A meeting of the Executive Committee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) was held today at the SGPC office in Amritsar under the chairmanship of SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami. During the meeting, a condemnation resolution was unanimously passed against the alleged derogatory remarks made about the Sikh Gurus by former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi, with a decision to initiate strict action against her. Addressing the meeting, Advocate Dhami said that the use of objectionable language about the Sikh Gurus by an elected representative on the floor of the Delhi…
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60 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp to Address Winter Shortage
16 Jan

60 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp to Address Winter Shortage

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Zirakpur, 16 January 2026. To meet the shortage of blood in hospitals due to cold Vishvas Foundation Panchkula and Indian Red Cross Society District Branch Mohali organised a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas Ji. This blood donation camp was organized Opposite Metro Store in Zirakpur. The team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Centre Zirakpur collected 60 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal. Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that people have a misconception that donating blood causes weakness in the body. There is no weakness…
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Punjab Brings Rabies Treatment Closer to Home as ARV Services Reach 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics
16 Jan

Punjab Brings Rabies Treatment Closer to Home as ARV Services Reach 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
CHANDIGARH, 16 January 2026: For years, a dog bite in Punjab carried consequences far beyond the wound itself. With nearly three lakh dog bite cases reported annually, the risk of rabies, a disease that is 100 percent fatal if untreated yet fully preventable with timely vaccination, loomed large over thousands of families. Access to Anti-Rabies Vaccination (ARV) was limited to just 48 Primary Health Centres, forcing victims, often children, the elderly and daily wage workers, to travel long distances, wait for hours, lose wages and, in many cases, abandon the crucial five dose vaccination schedule midway. The gaps were systemic,…
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imposes Rs 1.54 crore fine on Ludhiana Municipal Corporation over improper waste management
16 Jan

imposes Rs 1.54 crore fine on Ludhiana Municipal Corporation over improper waste management

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed a fine of Rs 1.54 crore on the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation for failing to manage waste effectively. The penalty was imposed after the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) reported negligence by the municipal body in adhering to proper solid waste management practices over the past two years. According to the authorities, the lapses have caused significant environmental damage in Ludhiana. PPCB and NGT officials highlighted that the improper handling of waste has had a detrimental impact on the city’s environment. The municipal corporation has been directed to recover the…
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Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar, husband Shekhar Kaushal granted mutual divorce
16 Jan

Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar, husband Shekhar Kaushal granted mutual divorce

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending
National Times Bureau :- Punjabi film actress Mandy Takhar has officially ended her marriage with Shekhar Kaushal through mutual consent, with the Saket Court in Delhi approving their divorce on Friday. The development brings a close to their brief marital journey. Mandy and Shekhar had tied the knot in 2024, but reports suggest that the couple had been living separately since last year due to personal differences. On Friday, the duo filed a joint petition for mutual divorce, which was promptly approved by the court. Mandy’s lawyer, Advocate Ishaan Mukherjee, confirmed the court’s decision to IANS but refrained from sharing…
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Severe cold wave grips Punjab and Chandigarh; dense fog alert issued, rain expected from Jan 18
16 Jan

Severe cold wave grips Punjab and Chandigarh; dense fog alert issued, rain expected from Jan 18

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- Punjab and Chandigarh continue to reel under intense cold weather conditions as temperatures dipped close to the freezing point for the second time this winter season. The Chandigarh Meteorological Centre has issued an Orange Alert for dense fog and cold wave conditions, warning residents to remain cautious over the next few days. According to the Meteorological Department, Punjab witnessed a further drop of 0.3 degrees Celsius in minimum temperatures on Thursday. Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar recorded the lowest temperature in the state at 0.9°C, followed by Hoshiarpur and Bathinda at 3°C, Amritsar at 3.2°C, while Chandigarh…
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Bomb threat emails target DC offices in Punjab; police on high alert
16 Jan

Bomb threat emails target DC offices in Punjab; police on high alert

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- Security agencies in Punjab were put on high alert on Friday after bomb threat emails were sent to the District Collector (DC) offices in Gurdaspur and Muktsar. Following the threats, both government complexes were immediately evacuated as a precautionary measure. Heavy police deployment was rushed to the spot and the entire office premises were sealed to prevent any untoward incident. Bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs were pressed into action to search for any possible explosive devices within the buildings According to initial findings, the threatening email was reportedly sent in the name of a Pakistani-based…
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