Punjab

Cold Wave Tightens Grip on Punjab as Icy Winds Sweep Across the Region, Mercury Likely to Dip Further
07 Dec

Cold Wave Tightens Grip on Punjab as Icy Winds Sweep Across the Region, Mercury Likely to Dip Further

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National Times Bureau :- A strong wave of icy winds continues to push temperatures down across North India, deepening the winter chill. Several regions are already experiencing severe cold conditions, while rain in parts of the country is expected to worsen the situation. The weather department has issued rainfall alerts for three states and a dense fog advisory for 12 major cities, urging residents to remain cautious.In many areas, temperatures are predicted to fall below 15°C, with minimum temperatures expected to drop close to—or even below—5°C. Punjab and Chandigarh Face Continued Cold WavePunjab and Chandigarh remain gripped by a persistent…
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VIP Lane Chaos at Ludhiana’s Laddowal Toll Plaza: Gunfire Erupts, Staff Flee for Safety
07 Dec

VIP Lane Chaos at Ludhiana’s Laddowal Toll Plaza: Gunfire Erupts, Staff Flee for Safety

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National Times Bureau :- Chaos erupted at Punjab’s costliest toll plaza, Laddowal, late last night when a group of drivers attempting to bypass the toll via the VIP lane opened fire on the toll staff. The sudden attack caused panic, forcing toll employees to scatter in all directions to save their lives. Details from Toll ManagementToll Plaza Manager Vipin Rai stated that around 10 PM, several young drivers approaching from Ludhiana tried to cross the VIP lane without paying the required toll. When the toll staff intervened to stop them, the drivers reportedly fired gunshots at the plaza. In addition…
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Akali Leaders Record Statements as SIT Probes Viral Patiala Audio Case
07 Dec

Akali Leaders Record Statements as SIT Probes Viral Patiala Audio Case

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National Times Bureau :- Leaders of the Shiromani Akali Dal today appeared at the Punjab Police Headquarters to record their statements in connection with the viral Patiala audio controversy. Advocates Arshdeep Singh Klar, Damanjeet Singh Sobti, and Jaspreet Singh Brar visited the headquarters following a summons from the Special Investigation Team (SIT), set up under the supervision of ADGP SPS Parmar to look into the matter. The audio clip, which recently sparked significant political debate in the state, is now under intensified investigation. The police have called the Akali leaders to provide their accounts as part of the ongoing probe,…
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AAP MP Slams BJP in Parliament: “₹50,000 Crore for Punjab Floods or Just Empty Promises?”
06 Dec

AAP MP Slams BJP in Parliament: “₹50,000 Crore for Punjab Floods or Just Empty Promises?”

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Gross Injustice to Punjab! AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang Demands ₹50,000 Crore Special Flood Relief Package in Parliament; Accuses BJP Government of Discrimination.The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has exposed the gross neglect and discrimination by the Centre’s BJP government in Parliament following the devastating floods in Punjab. AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang raised the issue of massive losses in Punjab during Wednesday’s Lok Sabha session and demanded the BJP-led Central government immediately release a special relief package of ₹50,000 crore for flood-affected areas.The Anandpur Sahib MP directly targeted the Centre’s Modi government, alleging that 2,500 villages across…
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PPSC Sets Up 165 Centres as Over 85,000 Candidates Prepare for PCS Prelims
06 Dec

PPSC Sets Up 165 Centres as Over 85,000 Candidates Prepare for PCS Prelims

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Patiala (Punjab), December 6, 2025 — The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has completed all preparations for the Punjab State Civil Services (PCS) Joint Competitive Preliminary Examination, which will be conducted on December 7. PPSC Chairman Major General Vinayak Saini (Retd.) said that 85,192 aspirants have registered for the exam this year.He assured that the Commission is fully committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and secure examination process.A total of 165 exam centres have been established across six districts—Chandigarh, Patiala, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sangrur. These centres have been organised into 222 administrative blocks for better coordination…
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Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety
06 Dec

Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety

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Chandigarh, December 6, 2025: To eradicate the evil practice of female foeticide in Punjab, the Bhagwant Maan government has taken a significant step. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh stated that Punjab no longer just seeks change but aspires to be the best. The government's goal is to ensure that by 2026, Punjab's sex ratio surpasses the national average.The Maan government has issued strict orders to all health department employees to monitor every aspect from conception to childbirth. The aim is to prevent any attempt at sex determination or female foeticide. This move underscores the government's strong commitment to the respect…
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Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development
06 Dec

Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development

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National Times Bureau :- In a landmark move aimed at transforming Punjab’s correctional system, the state government—along with the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Department of Prisons, and the Department of Technical Education—will launch a major rehabilitation initiative titled “Transforming Lives Behind Bars: A New Vision for Restorative Justice” on December 6, 2025, at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of judges from the Supreme Court and High Court, along with senior government officials. The initiative seeks to convert Punjab’s prisons into centres of learning…
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Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals
06 Dec

Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals

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National Times Bureau :- At the ongoing 19th Punjab International Trade Expo in Amritsar, a significant announcement was made regarding the future of school nutrition in the state. During a special conference on “Agriculture, Nutrition and Wellness Integration,” Punjab State Food Commission Chairman B.M. Sharma revealed that nutrition gardens will soon be established in government schools across Punjab. Sharma said that the initiative aims to strengthen the Mid-Day Meal programme by ensuring the availability of fresh, chemical-free fruits and vegetables for students. He added that locally grown produce will not only improve the nutritional value of school meals but also…
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One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot
06 Dec

One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot

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National Times Bureau :- A severe road accident triggered by heavy fog early Saturday morning left one young motorcyclist dead and three others injured on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot. According to police, the collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. when a motorcycle carrying three youths crashed into an overloaded truck moving ahead of them. The impact caused the truck to lose balance and overturn on the road. The deceased, whose identity is yet to be disclosed by authorities, died on the spot due to the force of the collision. The two other riders, along with the truck driver, sustained serious injuries.…
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11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners
05 Dec

11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners

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Chandigarh, 4 December 2025: The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, in collaboration with the Department of Prisons, Punjab, and the Department of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Punjab, is launching a major correctional reform initiative titled “Empowering Lives Behind Bars: Real Change – The New Paradigm of Correctional Justice” on December 6, 2025 at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of Judges of the Supreme Court of India, Judges of the High Court, and senior State officials. The initiative aims to transform Punjab’s…
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