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HC orders repoll only in one booth
Ludhiana, August 11 Following the High Court order, the deputy commissioner-cum-district election officer, Sumer Singh Gurjar, said repoll would be held only in one booth where the EVM had developed snag and the result could not be retrieved. However, the deputy commissioner said the votes would be counted and the result declared only after the receipt of the High Court order in the civil writ petition. Earlier, the state election commission had declared the repoll of all booths in Ward No. 46 under Section 59 (2) (a) of the Punjab State Election Commission Act, 1994. SAD candidate Surjit Kaur and her husband Amarjit Singh Bhatia, senior Akali leader, were unhappy with the commission’s orders. Bhatia had been arguing that since only one EVM had developed snag, repolling should be ordered only in that booth and not the entire ward. He had met the Chief Minister against the commission's order but nothing could be done. Finally, he moved the High Court. Counting of votes in other booths of Ward No. 46 had showed that Surjit Kaur had polled 2,833 votes from all booths except booth No. 9. Trailing her was Gursharan Kaur, who had secured 2,320 votes. Both candidates had a margin of 513 votes. According to the deputy commissioner, there were 535 votes in the defective machine which was more than the difference between the two leading candidates. Hence, a need for the repoll arose. The matter was reported to the commission. Bhatia and his son, a former councillor, besides a few others, have been booked for “rioting”. A case has been registered against them for clashing with Surjit Singh, president, Danga Peerat welfare association. Bhatia has been alleging that all this was being done at the behest of some Akali leaders.
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Complaints pour in
Tribune News Service
Ludhiana, August 11 Since the elections were conducted by the state election department which is under the direct control of the state government, they did not expect any relief or justice, they said. It is not only Congress candidates alone who have been complaining, but also Independents. They alleged that wherever the alliance apprehended defeat, they started “manipulating” the system. Harjinder Lali, an Independent from Ward No. 6, said the election authorities shifted booth number one to Ward No. 8 at the last minute. He came to know about it only at the time of the polling. When his supporters went there, they were told that the booth had been shifted a month ago and it had been duly notified. Lali said he had the record and the list of booth of the ward provided by the election authorities but nobody was prepared to entertain his complaint. In the same ward, there was practically no polling till 4 pm in booth no. 9 and 9-A as polling officers told voters that they did not have the list with them to tally their identity cards. Lali alleged that it was a ploy to prevent the voters from casting their votes. The returning officer of the ward said the booth had been shifted about a month ago and she could do nothing about it. Similar reports came from other wards. In Ward No. 48, Congress candidate Surinderpal Singh Bindra alleged that outsiders had been made to camp in front of the polling booths to create “scare” among voters. Bindra was pitted against Manvinderpal Singh Makkar, son of SGPC president Avtar Singh Makkar. He said people had been “imported” from various places to ensure that the SGPC president’s son did not lose. The two candidates said although they tried to bring it to the notice of the authorities, nothing had been done. “We did not expect anything either as the officials had already been briefed that the alliance had to emerge victorious and they used all means to ensure that,” alleged Amarjit Singh Tikka, a Congress leader.
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Captive trucker helps cops nab vehicle thief
Ludhiana, August 11 The in charge of the Janakpuri police post said Sandeep Kumar, alias Sanju, was sleeping in the truck when Ravinder Singh and Sarabjeet Singh stole it. When he tried to raise the alarm, he was beaten up until he fell unconscious. He was then tied, gagged and beaten up whenever he regained consciousness. The accused reortedly wanted to sell the truck tyres for Rs 35,000 and the vehicle for Rs 11 lakh. However, they lost time in finding a buyer. Sanju managed to free himself and reached the police post last night. The police conducted raids and arrested Ravinder but could not trace Sarabjeet. On being interrogated, Ravinder revealed that they stole the truck because Sarabjeet had to repay a debt of Rs 35,000.
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One killed, 50 injured in accident
Khamano, August 11 According to information, the canter was going toward Morinda when its tyre burst and it collided head-on with the bus. About 50 passengers were injured. Kashmira Singh, owner and driver of the canter, died on the spot. About 19 injured were taken to Morinda while some others were referred to the PGI in Chandigarh.
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4 booked for vulgar slogans
Ludhiana, August 11 They have been identified as Gurwinder Singh, Simran Singh, Pargat Singh and Amandeep Singh in the FIR. Two of them are yet to be identified. — TNS
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Relief as prices of veggies stabilise
Ludhiana, August 11 The impact is visible not only in wholesale but also in retail markets on account of rise in competition on retail front. Coriander, that had shot up to Rs 50 per kilogram is back at Rs 20, whereas tomatoes rates have come down from Rs 18-20 per kilogram to Rs 11, in wholesale markets. "After a long time, vegetable rates have come down a little. Unlike earlier when the reduction was not significant, this time it is not so. I only hope that the downward trends lasts longer," said Meenakshi Sharma, a home maker. While the wholesale price of potatoes has increased from Rs 8-9 per kg to Rs 12 now, the price of onions is Rs 12 per kg from Rs 9-10 earlier. Capsicum was available for Rs 10 in comparison to Rs 13-14 earlier, , brinjal Rs 6 from a high of Rs 24, while cucumber is available for around Rs 10, bitter gourd Rs 7-8 per kilo, radish Rs 5 and pumpkin Rs 3 per kilo. The rate of peas has increased a little from Rs 22-23 per kg a few weeks ago to Rs 26 now. In retail markets, the prices are 50 per cent to 70 per cent higher. "We are also getting vegetables from Malerkotla, Kullu and Shimla. Supply is on the higher side in comparison to demand and in the coming days this trend will continue," said Amarbir Singh, general secretary, Punjab State Fruit and Vegetable Commission Agents Association. Dealers said the downward trend in vegetables is expected to continue for a few more weeks. However, fruit prices have already begun rising and will continue in coming days. Mango, that was priced at around Rs 60-70 per box, is now priced at Rs 120-130 due to short supply. Mausambi is available in wholesale market for around Rs 8 per piece.
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Speak Punjabi with pride, says Harbhajan Maan
Ludhiana August 11 Renowned Punjabi singer Harbhajan Maan expressed these views today adding that foreigners were turning towards India as they were greatly impressed by the culture and traditions but it was unfortunate that Indians were blindly following the western society. Noted singer was here as a chief guest on the teej celebrations at Khalsa College for Women. Talking to Ludhiana Tribune, Maan said he was eagerly waiting for the release of his coming Punjabi film “Mitti Vaajan Mardi”, on September 14. The film has been directed by Manmohan Singh. Miss World Punjaban Japji Khera is his co-star in the film, the shooting of which has been done in California and Khemuana village in Bathinda district. "It is my native village. I have spent my childhood there. The scenes are well picturised at both places.
Whenever get an opportunity, I try to promote the rich culture and roots of Punjab. I am part of this event because I want youngsters to know their traditions and values. I encourage them by singing
songs in my mother tongue", added Maan. He said 14 years of his life were spent in Vancouver (Canada) but he always spoke Punjabi with great pride. "There are Punjabis in 112 countries worldwide and they speak the language without any hesitation. But people of Punjab are reluctant to speak Punjabi at times, I do not know why", asked Harbhajan Maan. He said he got thorough recognition from his song “Gallan goriyan te vich toye”. His another album “Mauj Mastiyan” is also well-taken by the audience. "You feel good when your efforts are appreciated. The simplicity of our culture seems to have lost these days", he added. Maan has also requested the people of Punjab to vote for city-based budding singers Arshpreet and Ishmeet Singh in Amul Voice of India programme. He said everything was in the hands of public. "We, being Punjabis, must encourage our singers. At least, they should be among the top three. We all should vote for them ", he appealed. |
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NRI accuses SHO of shielding accused
Mandi Ahmedgarh, August 11 Denying charges levelled by the complainant, Maghar Singh, SHO Sadar, claimed that investigation had been started in the case and further action would be taken under supervision of senior officers. Bant Singh, a resident of Kanganwal village, now settled in Canada, has accused the local police of allegedly shielding accused booked under a criminal case registered on July 13. The case was registered under directions of the Sangrur DC, who had received the complaint at a sangat darshan held at Sangrur about a month ago. "Though the police had registered a case, no action was taken against the accused, who had allegedly got a registered deed for a piece of land fraudulently," alleged Bant Singh. In a complaint made at sangat darshan, Bant Singh had alleged that Dilawar Singh, Rajinder Singh and Mewa Singh had conspired to get the title of a piece of land transferred illegally. According to him, Jagir Kaur, owner of land and mother of the complainant, was authorised to utilise the income generated through the land and not authorised to sell it. "However, Dilwar Singh managed to get the sale deed registered illegally and befooled me later by posing that he had filed a petition on my behalf in the court," alleged Bant Singh maintaining that the suspect had extorted an amount of Rs 2 lakh from him. Though the DC had ordered the police to register an FIR and investigate the case. Interestingly, Jagir Kaur has not been made party in the case. The accused, denying charges levelled against them, told the police that they had been framed.
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Motorcycle rally held
Ludhiana, August 11 The rally, organised in support of demands like putting an end to ‘'anti human’' activities at national and international level, democratisation of the UN and opening of borders for free movement, will culminate at the Wagah border on August 14. Participants distributed pamphlets to generate awareness on these issues among general public. Darshan Singh Jatana, zonal secretary, said all activities should be undertaken for the good of human beings and nature. He said Pakistan and India should focus on bettering relations instead of heavy spending on arms and ammunition. Talking about economic issues, he said entry of multinationals was harming small entrepreneurs. The government also needed to take measures like increasing minimum wages of labourers and improving working environment. Party workers asserted that expenditure for elections should be borne by the government and social justice be assured. They also demanded that more rights should be given to the state so that it would work effectively for development. Among others who addressed the rally were Gurmit Singh, Baljinder Ichchewaal, Rajinder Bhasin and Amrik Singh.
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Kidney patient needs help
Ludhiana, August 11 The bills towards her treatment stand at more than Rs 3.5 lakh and the family being poor could only manage one third of the amount after selling their property and borrowing from well wishers. The treatment needs to be continued to save her life. The hospital has urged public to help the poor family in their hour of crisis. All donations can be sent in form of cheques or demand drafts, made in favor of "CMC, Ludhiana Society" with "Treatment for Gurjeet Kaur" written on the back of the cheque/DD to Dr. Basant Pawar, HOD, Department of Nephrology, CMC.
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Book release today
Ludhiana, August 11 Dr L.S. Chawla, founder vice-chancellor of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences will preside over the function. According to Dr Vatsyayan, the book will contain select 55 articles on Ayurveda from a continuously running series in The Tribune for last over seven years.
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Wake up, MC
Leisure Valley, the project of the local municipal corporation, has come of age. Lush green lawns, ornamental trees, flowers and the beautiful landscaping illuminated by colourful lights, have made it a popular picnic spot. The pleasure of morning and evening walks amidst lush greenery is, however, dampened by a pungent stench emanating from garbage thrown along the canal side and railway line. Apart from dumping garbage, the place is also used to answer the nature’s call by labourers. At times it gets impossible to sit in the valley. Though the walkers have complained about this problem a number of times, nothing substantial has been done so far. Only if the MC wakes up and do the needful. Baldev Kumar Baweja Ludhiana Readers are invited to mail letters (not more than 200 words) at "ludhiana@tribunemail.com" or post the same to The Tribune, 1, 2 Improvement Trust Building, Badaur House, Clock Tower, Ludhiana.
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Jagraon, August 11 Gambling Act The local police has booked two persons under the Gambling Act. Mandip Singh was arrested from the Sherpur chowk and Rs 280 was recovered from him. Ashok Kumar was arrested from the Kamal chowk and Rs. 15,00 recovered from him.
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Biz Word Tribune News Service
Ludhiana, August 11 Sarvottam Shiksha is for students who have already secured admission in prominent educational institutions such as IITs, IIMs, government- recognised medical colleges and other professional educational institutes relating to biotechnology, physical sciences, banking etc. “Under this scheme,we are providing educational loans on comparatively better and easy terms to the students,” the GM said. He said loans up to Rs 7.50 lakh were being provided for study within the country while for studying abroad this amount could go up to Rs 15 lakh. Reimbursement of fee paid at the time of admission could also be considered within six months. There is no requirement of margin or security for education loans up to Rs 4 lakh. For loans above Rs 4 lakh, the margin requirement is 5 per cent for studies in India and 15 per cent for studies abroad. There is, no prescription of processing fee/ upfront charges for education loans. The bank is also providing “repayment holiday” equivalent to the course period plus one year or six months after getting the job, whichever is earlier.
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