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Decades-Long Wait Ends: Construction Begins on Broken Bridge in Mehangowal, Bringing Relief to 50 Villages
17 Dec

Decades-Long Wait Ends: Construction Begins on Broken Bridge in Mehangowal, Bringing Relief to 50 Villages

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a historic initiative in Punjab's Mehangowal region, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's government has commenced the reconstruction of a dangerous, dilapidated bridge that had been neglected for decades. This bridge will serve as a lifeline for residents of approximately 50 villages who have been facing serious risks due to its broken condition for years. According to the local administration, this project will not only improve connectivity in the area but also make daily travel safer and easier for thousands of villagers. The construction of this bridge is another example of the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Punjab government's…
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Photos of accused who shot Kabaddi Promoter Rana Balachauria sufarce
17 Dec

Photos of accused who shot Kabaddi Promoter Rana Balachauria sufarce

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
National Times Bureau :- A major development has emerged in the murder case of Kabaddi promoter Rana Balachauria in Mohali, as the police have released photographs of the accused involved in the shooting. Although the suspects had already been identified, their images have now been made public. The released photographs clearly show both individuals who carried out the brutal crime. Mohali SSP Harmandeep Singh Hans, during a press conference on Tuesday, revealed that the shooters have been identified as Aditya Kapoor and Karan Pathak, both residents of Amritsar. According to police records, both accused are habitual offenders. Aditya Kapoor has…
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Punjab Grassroots Poll Results Awaited as Vote Count Progresses Across State
17 Dec

Punjab Grassroots Poll Results Awaited as Vote Count Progresses Across State

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Counting for Punjab’s rural local government elections began on Tuesday, marking a crucial day for political parties vying for influence ahead of the next Assembly contest. Election staff started tallying ballot papers for 347 Zila Parishad positions and 2,838 Panchayat Samiti seats at 154 counting centres located in 141 venues across the state. Officials from the State Election Commission cautioned that results would not be immediate, as the elections were conducted using traditional paper ballots rather than electronic machines. Due to the volume of votes and the manual nature of the process, the final outcome is expected…
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Bibi Kiranjot Kaur Questions Punjab Government’s ‘Holy City’ Decision, Flags Sikh Traditions on Meat Practices
16 Dec

Bibi Kiranjot Kaur Questions Punjab Government’s ‘Holy City’ Decision, Flags Sikh Traditions on Meat Practices

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh, December 16, 2025: SGPC member, senior Akali leader and granddaughter of Master Tara Singh, Bibi Kiranjot Kaur has raised strong objections to the Punjab government’s decision to grant Holy City status to three cities in the state, questioning the proposed restrictions linked to the move.In a social media post, Bibi Kiranjot Kaur said that in Sikhism, tobacco and Kutha (Halal) meat are regarded as bajjar kurehit, or major religious prohibitions. She added that alcohol and other intoxicants are also forbidden under Sikh tenets, while Jhatka meat is the religiously sanctioned practice for Sikhs.Referring to historical precedents, she stated that…
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Punjab Leads in Energy Development: President Droupadi Murmu Awards Prestigious Prize to PEDA
16 Dec

Punjab Leads in Energy Development: President Droupadi Murmu Awards Prestigious Prize to PEDA

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Chandigarh, December 16, 2025: Punjab Receives National Energy Conservation Award 2025, Recognition for Chief Minister Mann's Foresighted PoliciesThe tireless efforts of the Punjab government in energy conservation and renewable energy have received national recognition. President Droupadi Murmu honored the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) with the prestigious ‘State Performance Award - Group 3’ at the National Energy Conservation Awards 2025 ceremony. This award is proof of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's farsighted policies and commitment to public welfare. The ceremony was attended by senior officials from across the country, including Union Energy Minister Arvind Kejriwal.Punjab's Energy Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO dedicated…
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Dense Fog to Grip 12 Punjab Districts as Cold Wave Intensifies, Strong Winds Expected
16 Dec

Dense Fog to Grip 12 Punjab Districts as Cold Wave Intensifies, Strong Winds Expected

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for dense fog and cold conditions across several parts of northern India, including Punjab, over the coming days. According to the department, thick fog is expected to prevail during late night and early morning hours, significantly reducing visibility and posing challenges for daily activities. States such as Delhi and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness dense fog, which may disrupt normal movement and increase risks for commuters. The prevailing weather conditions are expected to affect road, rail and air traffic, particularly during morning hours when visibility may…
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Holy Cities: Notification Issued Granting Holy City Status to Three Cities in Punjab
16 Dec

Holy Cities: Notification Issued Granting Holy City Status to Three Cities in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- Governor of Punjab has given formal approval to the Bhagwant Mann government’s decision under which three important places in the state were declared Holy Cities. A notification in this regard has also been issued. The announcement was made in the form of a resolution during a session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha held at Sri Anandpur Sahib, following which the proposal was sent to the Governor for approval. However, the notification does not mention any details regarding the implementation of this decision.
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Sohana Kabaddi Cup firing: Gangster Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal slams AAP over collapsing law and order
16 Dec

Sohana Kabaddi Cup firing: Gangster Dony Bal claims responsibility, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal slams AAP over collapsing law and order

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- Hours after Kabaddi promoter and coach Rana Balachauria was shot dead by unknown assailants during a live Kabaddi tournament, gangster Dony Bal claimed responsibility for the attack, according to a Facebook postunder name Gopi Ghanshyampuria. However PTC News does not independently verify the post.  "I, Donibal, Saganpreet, Mohabbat Randhawa, Amar Khabe, Prabh Daswal and Kaushal Chaudhary, take responsibility for the killing of Rana Balachauria during the Kabaddi Cup in Mohali today. This man (Rana) was in contact with our rivals Jaggu and Lawrence," the post read.  It further added, "He had provided shelter to the killer…
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Bathinda Court Grants Exemption to Kangana Ranaut in Farmers’ Protest Defamation Case
15 Dec

Bathinda Court Grants Exemption to Kangana Ranaut in Farmers’ Protest Defamation Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Bathinda, December 15, 2025: A local court in Bathinda on Monday allowed an application seeking exemption from personal appearance filed on behalf of Bollywood actor and BJP Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut in a defamation case linked to her remarks during the farmers’ protest. After granting the relief, the court listed the matter for further hearing on January 5, 2026.The case was initiated by Bebe Mahinder Kaur, a resident of Bahadurgarh Jandian village in Bathinda district. The complaint pertains to certain social media comments allegedly posted by Ranaut at the height of the farmers’ agitation against the now-repealed central farm…
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