Punjab

Governor Approves Prosecution of Ex-Minister Bikram Singh Majithia in Rs 700-Crore Corruption Case

Governor Approves Prosecution of Ex-Minister Bikram Singh Majithia in Rs 700-Crore Corruption Case

Chandigarh: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has approved the prosecution of former Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) minister Bikram Singh Majithia in a corruption case registered by the Vigilance Bureau. The sanction, granted under Section 19 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, follows the Punjab cabinet’s recommendation made on September 8.The case accuses Majithia of amassing assets worth over ₹700 crore, allegedly disproportionate to his known income by nearly 1,200 percent. Investigators claim these assets were acquired through the laundering of ₹540 crore tied to a 2013 drug trafficking network.Majithia, a three-time MLA from Majitha, was arrested on June 25 after…
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Delhi–Moga Express Extended to Firozpur Cantt: New Link Strengthens Punjab’s Rail Network

Delhi–Moga Express Extended to Firozpur Cantt: New Link Strengthens Punjab’s Rail Network

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Rail passengers in Punjab have reason to cheer as the Delhi–Moga Express has been extended to Firozpur Cantonment, marking a new chapter in the state’s railway connectivity. The decision, announced by Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu, fulfills a decades-old demand from residents of the border region. Under the revised schedule, train number 22485 will depart New Delhi at its regular time of 7:00 a.m., halt at Jakhal (10:18 a.m.) and Ludhiana (12:25 p.m.), before reaching Moga at 1:57 p.m. After a brief halt, it will continue onward, leaving at 1:59 p.m. and arriving…
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Punjab Kabaddi player Tejpal Singh shot dead in Ludhiana after road rage fight near SSP office, accused identified

Punjab Kabaddi player Tejpal Singh shot dead in Ludhiana after road rage fight near SSP office, accused identified

National Times Bureau :- In a shocking incident in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, a 25-year-old kabaddi player, Tejpal Singh, was brutally beaten and shot dead on Friday afternoon near the SSP office in Jagraon, barely 250 meter away. The attack, which lasted nearly 20 minutes, has raised serious questions about law and order in the area. According to eyewitnesses, the incident began as a minor road accident when Tejpal’s car brushed against two vehicles carrying the assailants. Following the collision, around seven to eight men stepped out of the vehicles and began thrashing Tejpal on the roadside. Despite public presence, the…
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From Offices to Fields: How Punjab’s Chief Minister is redefining Farmer-Centric Governance, Problems being solved immediately

From Offices to Fields: How Punjab’s Chief Minister is redefining Farmer-Centric Governance, Problems being solved immediately

Chandigarh, October 31, 2025: Punjab’s Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has created a new definition of governance in the state through ‘Our CM – In Our Fields’. This is not just a political slogan, but a ground reality where the Chief Minister himself reaches farmers’ fields and listens to their problems and ensures immediate solutions. In the last 10 months, the Chief Minister has conducted extensive tours of all 23 districts of Punjab and established direct dialogue with more than 3,200 farmers. Under this revolutionary initiative, farmers’ complaints are being resolved on average within 48 hours, whereas earlier this same process…
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‘Mission Chardhikala’ Soars High with People’s Support: CM Mann says, “Punjab will move forward with faith and courage, no matter what”

‘Mission Chardhikala’ Soars High with People’s Support: CM Mann says, “Punjab will move forward with faith and courage, no matter what”

Chandigarh, October 31, 2025: Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s ‘Mission Chardhikala’, launched to make Punjab prosperous and vibrant again, is receiving tremendous support from people across the state and well-wishers around the world. This mission is not just a government initiative — it has become a symbol of Punjab’s collective spirit and togetherness, where every citizen is contributing toward the state’s brighter future.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed deep gratitude to every citizen who has donated to support this cause. He said these contributions are not just money, but a reflection of people’s trust in Punjab’s bright future and progress. CM Mann…
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Three SFJ Activists Arrested in Bathinda for Anti-National Slogans on School Walls

Three SFJ Activists Arrested in Bathinda for Anti-National Slogans on School Walls

Bathinda (Gurpreet Singh): In a major security operation, Bathinda police, in collaboration with Counter Intelligence Bathinda, have detained three individuals linked to the banned organization Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) for painting pro-Khalistan slogans on the walls of schools in Bhissiana and Mananwala villages. The operation revealed that the activities were coordinated under the guidance of USA-based SFJ leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannu. Initial investigations suggest that the accused were attempting to provoke public unrest and spread anti-national propaganda. Authorities also uncovered evidence of foreign funding supporting these illegal activities, highlighting the cross-border nature of the threat. Police acted promptly to prevent…
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Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Network Busted in Amritsar; Seven Arrested, Cache of Weapons Seized

Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Network Busted in Amritsar; Seven Arrested, Cache of Weapons Seized

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major success against organised crime, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police have dismantled a cross-border weapons smuggling network operating with links to Pakistan. Seven individuals, including a juvenile, have been taken into custody following an intelligence-driven operation that exposed the racket. The accused have been identified as Shamsher Singh alias Sima, Amandeep Singh alias Bobby, Balwinder Singh alias Kaka, Gurdev Singh, Karanpreet Singh, Harman Singh, and one minor, all residents of Amritsar. Police recovered a total of 15 sophisticated pistols — nine Glock 9mm handguns and six .30 bore pistols — from their possession. According to officials,…
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Bus conductor dead; 12 injured as bus and truck collide head-on on Patiala’s Sirhind Road

Bus conductor dead; 12 injured as bus and truck collide head-on on Patiala’s Sirhind Road

National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident on Sirhind Road in Patiala on Friday morning claimed one life and left 12 others injured after a PUNBUS bus and a truck collided head-on. According to the police, the accident took place when both vehicles were travelling at high speed. The impact was so severe that bus conductor Anmol Singh (45) died on the spot. Six of the injured were rushed to Rajindra Hospital, Patiala, while the remaining were taken to Manipal Hospital, Patiala, for treatment. Sources said several passengers suffered serious head injuries, and the condition of one person remains critical. Soon…
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Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Education Department has announced a change in school timings across the state starting November 1. All government and private schools will now operate from 9 am to 3 pm, in view of the approaching winter season. According to the official notification, the revised schedule will remain in effect until February 28, 2026, after which the department will review and adjust the timings again. The directive applies to all schools across Punjab, and authorities have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with the new timings.
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Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Education Department has announced a change in school timings across the state starting November 1. All government and private schools will now operate from 9 am to 3 pm, in view of the approaching winter season. According to the official notification, the revised schedule will remain in effect until February 28, 2026, after which the department will review and adjust the timings again. The directive applies to all schools across Punjab, and authorities have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with the new timings.
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