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27 Dec

Cultural event at historic school turns violent as mob attacks concert; 20 injured

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National Times Bureau :- A cultural celebration marking the 185th anniversary of a historic school in Bangladesh spiralled into disorder late Friday night after a mob disrupted a live concert by renowned rock musician James Nagar Baul, forcing authorities to cancel the event. At least 20 persons were injured in the violence. James, widely known by his stage name Nagar Baul and considered one of Bangladesh’s most influential rock artists, was scheduled to headline the closing ceremony of Faridpur Zilla School’s anniversary celebrations. The programme, attended by a large gathering of students, alumni and local residents, was abruptly called off…

27 Dec

Dense fog grips Punjab and Chandigarh; conditions likely to persist till January 1

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National Times Bureau :- Dense fog enveloped several districts of Punjab and Chandigarh on Saturday, severely reducing visibility in many areas. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the foggy conditions are expected to persist till January 1, though no rainfall is likely during this period. Despite the fog, Punjab witnessed a rise of around 2°C in minimum temperatures over the past 24 hours, with temperatures remaining 3°C above the seasonal average. Gurdaspur emerged as the coldest place in the state, recording a minimum temperature of 6°C, while Patiala reported the lowest maximum temperature in the plains at 14.6°C. Visibility…

26 Dec

Punjab Tops Nation in Horticulture: Rs 7,100 Cr Project & ‘Apna Pind-Apna Bag’ Usher in Farmers’ Prosperity Era

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Chandigarh, 26 December 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government has intensified efforts to expand the horticulture sector and enhance farmers’ income across the state . Working under the directions of Horticulture Minister Shri Mohinder Bhagat, the Horticulture Department is encouraging farmers to move beyond traditional crops and adopt crop diversification through policy support, financial assistance and modern technology. During 2025, the Horticulture Department achieved several significant milestones and emerged as a frontrunner at the national level in strengthening agricultural infrastructure. Sharing further details, Horticulture Minister Shri Mohinder Bhagat said that Punjab Horticulture…

26 Dec

CM Mann’s Ambitious Sports Push: 3,100 Stadiums Across Punjab by June 2026

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Chandigarh, 26 December 2025: At a high level review of the Sports and Youth Services Department held on Wednesday, Chief Minister Sardar Bhagwant Singh Mann issued clear, time bound directions to overhaul Punjab’s sports infrastructure, asking officers to complete 3,100 stadiums across the state by June 2026 at a cost of ₹1,350 crore. The Chief Minister also rolled out a sweeping package that includes ultra modern gyms at nearly 3,000 locations, distribution of 17,000 sports kits worth ₹50 crore, launch of a comprehensive sports portal, and construction of a new Yuva Bhawan at a cost of ₹43 crore, stressing that…

26 Dec

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Pays Homage at Fatehgarh Sahib Along with Family

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National Times Bureau :- Fatehgarh Sahib witnessed a solemn and reverent moment on the second day of the Shaheedi Jor Mela as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, accompanied by his family, paid obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Fatehgarh Sahib. The annual religious congregation is being held in memory of the unparalleled martyrdom of the younger Sahibzadas of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji—Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh—and Mata Gujri Ji. The Chief Minister bowed before the sacred shrine and remembered the supreme sacrifices made by the Sahibzadas and Mata Gujri Ji, describing Fatehgarh Sahib as a land of eternal…

26 Dec

Another Hindu man lynched in Bangladesh as Zia’s son returns after 17 years

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National Times Bureau :- Another Hindu man has been killed in Bangladesh, just days after the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, according to local media reports. The victim, 29-year-old Amrit Mondal, also known as Samrat, was beaten to death around 11 pm in Pangsha sub-district of Rajbari, about three-and-a-half hours from Dhaka. Locals told The Daily Star that Samrat allegedly led a criminal gang called “Samrat Bahini,” which was involved in extortion and other illegal activities. After Sheikh Hasina’s removal last year, he had fled the country but recently returned to his native village, Hosendanga. Police said Samrat was rescued…

25 Dec

Mann Government Announces ₹20 Lakh Aid, Free Education for Children of Deceased Teacher Couple

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Chandigarh, December 25: The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has shown again that it stands strongly with its employees and their families during difficult times. To support the family of the teacher couple from Moga who died in a sad road accident while going for election duty, the state government has released a total help of 20 lakh rupees. Along with this, the government has made a major announcement to pay for the entire education of their children to ensure they have a bright future. The heart-breaking accident happened when teacher Jaskaran Singh was driving his…

25 Dec

High Court stays tree felling in Punjab

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered stay on felling of trees in Punjab. Hearing a bunch of petitions filed in public interest, the Punjab and Haryana High Court directed that trees would not be axed across Punjab. The bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sanjiv Berry also directed the state counsel to immediately inform authorities concerned to stop the tree felling process. A Mohali resident Praneet Kaur has challenged the large-scale, imminent and ongoing felling and uprooting of mature trees on public non-forest land in the area by Greater Mohali Area Development Authority…

25 Dec

Cold wave grips Punjab, Haryana: Dense fog triggers zero visibility in several parts

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National Times Bureau :- Severe winter has intensified across Punjab and Haryana, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reporting cold wave and cold day conditions in several areas over the last 24 hours. While both states have seen dry weather, low temperatures combined with persistent fog have increased cold-related discomfort and raised health and travel concerns. The IMD has issued an orange alert for very dense fog across most parts of Punjab and Haryana till December 26, with fog expected at isolated locations on December 27 as well. Punjab continues to experience dry conditions, with harsh winter chill especially during…

24 Dec

Dr Navjot Kaur Sidhu Urges VHP to Act on Stray Animal Crisis, Calls for Protection of Gaucharan Land in Punjab

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Amritsar, December 24, 2025: Former Punjab MLA and ex-Chief Parliamentary Secretary Dr Navjot Kaur Sidhu has written to Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) national president Dr Parveen Bhai Togria, seeking urgent intervention to address the growing stray animal menace and alleged encroachment on government land reserved for cattle in Punjab. In her letter dated December 24, 2025, Dr Sidhu highlighted that nearly 1.25 lakh acres of Gaucharan (grazing) land meant for cows has been encroached upon, severely impacting efforts to manage stray cattle. She stressed the need to reclaim this land to safely relocate stray animals and ensure their upkeep through…