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ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ, 27 ਮਈ (ਪੰਜਾਬ ਟਾਇਮਜ਼ ਬਿਊਰੋ)- ਮੌਸਮ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਨੇ ਬੁੱਧਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਅਲਰਟ ਜਾਰੀ ਕਰਦਿਆਂ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਵੀਰਵਾਰ ਤੋਂ ਸ਼ਨਿਚਰਵਾਰ ਤੱਕ ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ, ਪੰਜਾਬ ਅਤੇ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਝੱਖੜ ਆ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਦੌਰਾਨ 70 ਤੋਂ 80 ਕਿਲੋਮੀਟਰ ਪ੍ਰਤੀ ਘੰਟਾ ਦੀ ਰਫ਼ਤਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਹਵਾਵਾਂ ਚੱਲਣਗੀਆਂ ਜੋ 90 ਕਿਲੋਮੀਟਰ ਤੱਕ ਵੀ ਪਹੁੰਚ ਸਕਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ। ਇਸ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ ਹੀ ਕਈ ਇਲਾਕਿਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਤੇਜ਼ ਮੀਂਹ ਅਤੇ ਗੜ੍ਹੇਮਾਰੀ ਦੀ ਵੀ ਸੰਭਾਵਨਾ ਹੈ। ਦੱਸਣਯੋਗ ਹੈ ਕਿ 25 ਮਈ ਤੋਂ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਹੋਇਆ ਅਤਿ ਦੀ ਗਰਮੀ ਦਾ ਕਹਿਰ ਬੁੱਧਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਸਿਖਰ ‘ਤੇ ਰਿਹਾ ਅਤੇ ਇਹ ਵੀਰਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਵੀ ਜਾਰੀ ਰਹੇਗਾ ਪਰ ਇਸ ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਮੌਸਮ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੱਡੀ ਤਬਦੀਲੀ ਆਵੇਗੀ। ਸ਼ੁੱਕਰਵਾਰ

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਟਾਈਮਜ਼ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਬਿਊਰੋ: ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ, 27 ਮਈ- ਭਾਰਤ ਨੇ ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ ਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਮੀਟਿੰਗ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਸਵੀਕਾਰ ਕਰਨਾ ਪਵੇਗਾ ਕਿ ਉਸ ਵਲੋਂ ਸੀਮਾ ਪਾਰ ਅੱਤਵਾਦ ਨੂੰ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਜਾਣ ਵਾਲੀ ਸਰਪ੍ਰਸਤੀ ਦੇ ‘ਨਤੀਜੇ’ ਨਿਕਲਣਗੇ। ਭਾਰਤ ਨੇ ਜ਼ੋਰ ਦੇ ਕੇ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਉਸ ਕੋਲ ਆਪਣੇ ਗੁਆਂਢੀ ਦੇਸ਼ ਵਲੋਂ ਕੀਤੇ ਜਾਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਅਜਿਹੇ ਅੱਤਵਾਦੀ ਹਮਲਿਆਂ ਤੋਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ ਕਰਨ ਦਾ ‘ਪੂਰਾ ਹੱਕ’ ਹੈ। ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਭਾਰਤ ਦੇ ਸਥਾਈ ਪ੍ਰਤੀਨਿਧੀ ਰਾਜਦੂਤ ਹਰੀਸ਼ ਪਰਦੇਸਵਾਨੀ ਨੇ ਮੰਗਲਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ ਪਰਿਸ਼ਦ ਦੀ ਮੀਟਿੰਗ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਿਹਾ, ‘ਮੈਂ ਮੰਨਦਾ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਵਲੋਂ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ ਗਈਆਂ ਬੇਬੁਨਿਆਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਗੈਰ-ਵਾਜਬ ਟਿੱਪਣੀਆਂ ਦਾ ਜਵਾਬ ਦੇਣ ਲਈ ਮਜਬੂਰ ਹਾਂ। ਭਾਰਤ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨੀ ਨੂੰ ਸਪੱਸ਼ਟ ਕਰਨਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ।’

ਪਰਦੇਸਵਾਨੀ ਨੇ ਕਿਹਾ, ‘ਆਪਣੇ ਭਾਰਤ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਦੀ ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਵਲੋਂ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਸੀਮਾ ਪਾਰ ਹਮਲਾਵਰਤਾ ਨਾਲ ਕੀਤੀ ਸੀ, ਜੋ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਭਾਰਤੀ ਵਿਅਕਤੀਆਂ ‘ਤੇ ਨਜ਼ਰ ਰੱਖਦਾ ਹੈ ਜੋ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੇ ਸੰਪਰਕ, ਕਾਨੂੰਨੀ ਅਤੇ ਅਟੱਲ ਹਮਲੇ ਦੇ ਨਤੀਜੇ ਵਜੋਂ ਭਾਰਤ ਦਾ ਹਿੱਸਾ ਬਣ ਗਏ ਸਨ।’ ਪਰਦੇਸਵਾਨੀ ਵਲੋਂ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਵਿਰੁੱਧ ਇਹ ਸਖਤ ਸਬਦ ਉਦੋਂ ਆਇਆ ਜਦੋਂ ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ ਪਰਿਸ਼ਦ ਵਿੱਚ ‘ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ ਚਾਰਟਰ ਦੇ ਉਦੇਸ਼ਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਿਧਾਂਤਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਬਰਕਰਾਰ ਰੱਖਣ ਅਤੇ ਮੰਯੁਕਤ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ-ਕੇਂਦਰਿਤ ਅੰਤਰਰਾਸ਼ਟਰੀ ਪ੍ਰਣਾਲੀ ਨੂੰ ਮਜਬੂਤ ਕਰਨ’ ‘ਤੇ ਚਰਚਾ ਹੋ ਰਹੀ ਸੀ, ਜਿਸ ਦੀ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨਗੀ ਚੀਨ ਨੇ ਕੀਤੀ।

ਵਿਧੇਯਕ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੋਟਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਪਟੀਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਉੱਪਰ ਮਹੱਤਵਪੂਰਨ ਫੈਸਲਾ

ਲਖਮੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਬਰਾੜ

ਨਵੀਂ ਦਿੱਲੀ, 27 ਮਈ- ਸੁਪਰੀਮ ਕੋਰਟ ਨੇ ਬੁੱਧਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਵੋਟ ਕਮਿਸ਼ਨ ਦੀ ਵੋਟਰ ਸੂਚੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਐਮ.ਆਈ.ਆਰ. ਕਾਰਵਾਈ ਕਰਨ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਕਤੀ ਨੂੰ ਬਰਕਰਾਰ ਰੱਖਿਆ, ਅਤੇ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਇਹ ‘ਨਿਰਪੱਖ ਅਤੇ ਆਜ਼ਾਦ ਚੋਣਾਂ ਦੀ ਸੰਵਿਧਾਨਕ ਜ਼ਰੂਰਤ ਨੂੰ ਅੱਗੇ ਵਧਾਉਂਦੀ ਹੈ।’ ਚੀਫ਼ ਜਸਟਿਸ ਯੂਯੂ ਲਲਿਤ ਦੀ ਅਗਵਾਈ ਵਾਲੇ ਬੈਂਚ ਨੇ ਪਿਛਲੀ ਫੀਸ ਕਿ ਇਹ ਨਹੀਂ ਕਿਹਾ ਜਾ ਸਕਦਾ ਕਿ ਵੋਟ ਕਮਿਸ਼ਨ ਨੇ ਐਮ.ਆਈ.ਆਰ. ਦੀ ਵਰਤੋਂ ਕਰਕੇ ਕਾਨੂੰਨੀ ਸ਼ਕਤੀਆਂ ਤੋਂ ਬਾਹਰ ਜਾ ਕੇ ਕੰਮ ਕੀਤਾ ਹੈ। ਬੈਂਚ ਨੇ ਕਿਹਾ, ‘ਅਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਸਿੱਟਾ ਕੱਢਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸਮਰੱਥ

Nirmaljit Singh Chatrath
Mobile : 95010-34343

Heritage structures are enduring symbols of our glorious past. They reflect the architectural grandeur, cultural richness, and environmental beauty of earlier times. Preserving such buildings and sites is the paramount duty of civic administration for safeguarding our historical legacy for future generations, but the officials usually behave quite apathetically. A glaring example of official’s carelessness can be witnessed in the historic city of Kapurthala, once proudly known as the “Paris of Punjab.”

Several heritage landmarks in the city, including the Old Court Complex, Gol Kothi, Old Tehsil Complex, Mall Road, and many other princely-era structures, have either been abandoned or left to decay for frivolous reasons, while crores of rupees from the public exchequer are being spent on constructing new buildings. The recent demolition of a century old colonial-era heritage building that earlier housed the TB wing of Civil Hospital has sparked widespread outrage among citizens. The building, which had stood prominently in the town for decades, was reportedly in reasonably good condition and could have been preserved for many more years. Alas! In apparent haste and thoughtless planning, the authorities demolished the building to pave the way for a new hospital complex. Amid public outcry, however, the demolition process has temporarily halted, while a significant part of the town’s cultural legacy and architectural heritage has already been lost forever. It is, therefore, essential that while undertaking renovation or expansion works, utmost care must be exercised to ensure that the original beauty and aesthetic character of heritage structures remain undisturbed. Instead, the civic authorities are lying asleep, as vacant spaces across roads and beautiful heritage buildings are littered with garbage and domestic waste, present-ing a shameful picture of neglect. To highlight, the famous Shalimar Garden, where the Municipal Corporation own office is situated, too lies in utter neglect.

Likewise, many other heritage structures gifted to the town by its erstwhile rulers are desperately awaiting proper care, restoration, and meaningful utilization. Rampant encroachments are spoil-ing environmental charm of the city besides immense inconvenience to the public. The Govt must take urgent and serious steps for the preservation and appropriate use of all such structures so that the old beauty, dignity, and grandeur of the town can be revived once again.

Likewise, many other heritage structures gifted to the town by its erstwhile rulers are desperately awaiting proper care, restoration, and meaningful utilization. Rampant encroachments are spoiling environmental charm of the city besides immense inconvenience to the public. The Govt must take urgent and serious steps for the preservation and appropriate use of all such structures so that the old beauty, dignity, and grandeur of the town can be revived once again.

Court affirms Election Commission's authority to verify citizenship for electoral roll inclusion

By Ekamjit Singh Brar

New Delhi, May 27

The Supreme Court on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) upheld the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as an exer-cise done by the Election Commission of India (ECI) in furtherance of the Constitutional principle of free and fair elections. A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant dismissed the petitioners’ view that SIR was a surrep-titious, backdoor move to conduct citizenship screen-ing in the name of cleaning up the electoral roll off aliens.

The petitions had accused the ECI of arbitrarily assuming powers to “deter-mine citizenship” while overriding limitations clearly prescribed in parlia-mentary laws, rules and its own manual without pro-viding “any good reason”.

The Supreme Court judg-ment upholding the consti-tutionality of the Bihar SIR would have an impact on further rounds of SIR. The second phase of the SIR, covering 51 crore voters in 12 States and Union Territories — including in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Assam — had com-menced even as the Bihar challenge was pending in the Supreme Court. The judgment pronounced by the Chief Justice in open court on Wednesday (May 27) said the ECI was empowered under Article 324 of the Constitution to examine citizenship to veri-fy inclusion in the electoral roll. This verification was not the final word on the citizenship of a person. The ECI, if it finds that a person did not have the necessary documents and did not pass the enquiry, could for-ward the case to the com-petent authorities in the Central government for adjudication under the Citizenship Act.

The court said SIR, though it stretched the modalities of electoral roll revision under the Representation of the People Act and the Registration of Electors Rules, cannot be invalidat-ed. It was done in an exi-gency but was not “mani-festly excessive”. The pro-cedural safeguards of revi-sion were complied with.

The court rejected the arguments raised by the petitioners, including the Association for Democratic Reforms, represented by advocates Prashant Bhushan and Neha Rathi, that SIR ipso facto reversed the burden of proof of citi-zenship on the voters.

The court said the variety of indicative documents, including Aadhaar, was a reasonable demand and part of a structured regime devised for verifying vot-ers. The court reiterated that SIR must continue to maintain a calibrated bal-ance in the choice of indicative documents.

The Bihar SIR hearings had seen the Supreme Court effectively intervene to make the massive exercise more inclusive. One of the effective judicial interven-tions was to include Aadhaar as the 12th in the list of 11 ‘indicative’ docu-ments that voters could file as proof of their identity or residence.

As the Supreme Court upheld the legality of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls done by the Election Commission of India (ECI), Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) said the ECI “was, is and would always” be with the voters. “The first step for nation building is voting. Therefore, every citizen of India who has completed 18 years of age should become an elector and should always vote in accordance with the Constitution, elec-toral laws, rules and instructions issued there in,” the CEC said in a video message.

ਬਜ਼ੁਰਗਾਂ, ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਧਿਆਨ ਰੱਖਣ ਦੀ ਲੋੜ 'ਤੇ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਜ਼ੋਰ

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਟਾਈਮਜ਼ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਟਾਈਮਜ਼ ਬਿਊਰੋ

ਨਵੀਂ ਦਿੱਲੀ, 27 ਮਈ- ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨਰਿੰਦਰ ਮੋਦੀ ਨੇ ਬੁੱਧਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਸ਼ ਵਾਸੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਅਪੀਲ ਕੀਤੀ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਉਹ ਦੇਸ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਵਧ ਰਹੇ ਤਾਪਮਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਖਦੇ ਹੋਏ ਵੱਧ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਸਾਵਧਾਨੀ ਵਰਤਣ। ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਅਜਿਹੇ ਸਮੇਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਰੀਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਪਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਕਮੀ ਨਾ ਹੋਣ ਦੇਣੀ (ਹਾਈਡਰੇਟਿਡ ਰਹਿਣਾ) ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਜ਼ਰੂਰੀ ਹੈ। ਅੱਜ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਪਲੇਟਫਾਰਮ ‘ਮਨਮ’ ਤੇ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਕਈ ਟਵੀਟਾਂ ਦੀ ਲੜੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨੇ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਬੱਚੇ, ਬਜ਼ੁਰਗ ਅਤੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਜ਼ਿਆਦਾ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਨ ਵਾਲੇ ਲੋਕ ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਲੂਹ ਲੱ

Transparent Journalism

by baljit singh brar

The Sikh Empire (Sarkar-e-Khalsa) remains one of the most significant and inspiring chapters in the history of the Indian subcontinent. Established in the early nine-teenth century under the vision-ary leadership of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, this empire presented a remarkable example of strength, discipline, and effective governance during a period marked by instability and foreign invasions. Maharaja Ranjit Singh united the divided Sikh misls, which had long suffered from internal rivalries. In 1799, he captured Lahore and, in 1801, was proclaimed the Maharaja of Punjab. Under his rule, the Sikh Empire expanded from the Khyber Pass to Tibet and from Kashmir to Multan. One of the greatest strengths of the Sikh Empire was its secular and inclu-sive administra-tion.

Hindus, Muslims, and even Europeans were given important positions in the government and mil-itary. Maharaja Ranjit Singh showed equal respect to gurdwaras, temples, and shrines, reflecting the Sikh prin-ciples of equality, tolerance, and coexistence. He modernized the Khalsa Army with advanced weapons and European military training. As a result, the Sikh Army became one of the most powerful forces in Asia and successfully resisted the expansion of the British East India Company for a considerable period.

During this era, Punjab also witnessed economic and cultural prosperity. Cities such as Lahore, Amritsar, and Peshawar emerged as major trade centers, while art, architecture, and historical heritage flourished.

After the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1839, inter-nal conflicts weakened the empire, and in 1849 the British annexed Punjab.

Even today, the Sikh Empire stands as a timeless legacy of brav-ery, unity, secularism, and strong governance, remaining a source of pride for Punjabi and Sikh identity.

A Psychological Portrait of Resilience

Ms. Priyanka, Researcher, Greater London, UK, mokhapriyanka30@gmail.com

In a world that often equates aging with decline, the story of Sardarni Maan Kaur stands as a powerful counter narrative. Beginning her athletic journey at the remarkable age of 103, she went on to win multiple gold medals in international masters athletics, redefining what it means to grow old. But beyond her physical achievements lies a deeply compelling psychological story, one that offers insight into motivation, resilience, and the human capacity for reinvention. From a psychological perspective, her life reflects the idea of successful aging, a concept in geriatric psychology that focuses on maintaining physical health, mental sharpness, and active involvement in life. Instead of withdrawing with age, she embraced a new identity as an athlete, showing that purpose can be rediscovered at any stage of life. A key factor behind her journey is intrinsic motivation. According to Self Determination Theory proposed by Deci and Ryan, people thrive when they are driven by internal satisfaction rather than external rewards.

Mann Kaur did not begin running for fame or recognition. She ran because it made her feel alive and purposeful. This inner drive helped her stay committed and consistent even at an advanced age. Her journey also highlights neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt and form new connections throughout life. Taking up competitive running in her nineties challenges the belief that growth only happens in youth. Psychological research suggests that learning new skills and staying active can help maintain cognitive functioning and delay decline, something clearly reflected in her life. Resilience is another major theme in her story. In positive psychology, resilience is not just about surviving difficulties but about adapting and finding meaning despite challenges. Aging brings physical limitations, yet she transformed those limitations into strength. Her life also reflects a growth mind-set, a concept introduced by Carol Dweck, where individuals believe that abilities can be developed through effort and persistence.

Social support played an important role in shaping her journey. Encouraged by her son, she stepped into the world of athletics. This connects with Bandura’s idea of self efficacy, where belief in one’s capabilities is strengthened through encouragement and experience. Having someone believe in her helped her believe in herself.

Her story also challenges negative stereotypes about aging. Psychological research shows that such stereotypes can impact both mental and physical health. By becoming a global symbol of active aging, she not only transformed her own life but also changed how society views older adults. Sardarni Man Kaur’s life is not just about winning medals. It is about redefining limits. Her journey reminds us that growth, purpose, and achievement are not bound by age. Even in the later stages of life, the human mind and spirit remain capable of extraordinary transformation.

Dwarka Nath Rana Amritsar, May 27

Dwarka Nath Rana Amritsar, May 27

In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted a cross-border illegal arms smuggling module with the arrest of five accused persons and recovered eight sophisticated pistols along with live cartridges from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Wednesday.Those arrested have been identified as Arshdeep Singh alias D (21), a resident of Guru Ki Wadali in Amritsar; Manpreet Singh alias Mann (26), a resident of village Bhaini in Amritsar; Sukhraj Singh alias Billa (29), a resident of vil-lage Naushera Dhalla in Tarn Taran; Rahul Gill alias Rahul (22), a native of Bhikhiwind and presently residing at vil-lage Drajke in Tarn Taran; and Arshdeep Singh alias Gagarh (25), a resident of vil-lage Lohke in Tarn Taran. Arrested accused persons have previous criminal antecedents, with cases under the Arms Act, NDPS Act, Attempt to Murder, Kidnapping, and Prison Act registered against them.The recovered pistols include one 9MM Zigana, one .30 bore PX3 (Made in China), one .30 bore Beretta (Made in Italy), three 9MM Glock and two .32 bore pistols.DGP Gaurav Yadav said that pre-liminary investigation has revealed that the arrested accused were in contact with a foreign-based smuggler through virtual numbers. The module was receiving consignments of weapons and drugs via drones from across the border for further distribution to criminal ele-ments in Punjab, he said.The DGP said that further investi-gation is underway to estab-lish forward and backward linkages in this case to iden-tify other members associat-ed with the network.

PT News Ahmedabad, May 27

PT News

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad have seized 115 kg of cocaine valued at around Rs 1,150 crore from a container vessel in a joint operation off the Mundra coast in the state, officials said on Wednesday.

The operation was carried out on the intervening night of May 25 and 26, following specific intelligence inputs shared by ATS Gujarat about narcotics smuggling through the maritime route, an official release said. ICG interceptor boats carrying ATS personnel launched an extensive search operation in the Mundra anchorage area, where suspicious activity was noticed onboard a container vessel identified as MV Europe, anchored around five nautical miles off Mundra, it said.

The joint team observed a few bags being thrown overboard from the vessel during the dark hours, following which the ICG and ATS personnel moved swiftly to the location and recovered five bags from the sea despite low visibility conditions, the release said.

Upon examination, the bags were found to contain 115 packets of white powdery substance weighing around one kilogram each. Preliminary tests confirmed the substance to be cocaine, officials said.

The total seized contraband weighed around 115 kg, and its estimated value in the international market is approximately Rs 1,150 crore, as per open-source assessments, the release stated.

The vessel has been brought to port for further investigation, and joint probes by the ICG, ATS Gujarat and other agencies are underway, officials said.</