Ludhiana

Police arrested three individuals and recovered 20 stolen mobile phones. The suspects, identified as Rohit, Anish, and Azad, are accused of snatching items from residents. Authorities are investigating their involvement in past incidents and increasing patrols.

Pradeep Tiwari was found critically injured near Bapu Market and later died. He was last seen being taken away on a motorcycle by two unidentified individuals. Police are investigating, have a CCTV footage, and arrested one suspect, Rinku Dubey.

A doctor, Sumit Sofat, is accused of sexually assaulting his live-in partner, including inserting a beer bottle. The couple had been together for 15 years and have two children. The woman reported the abuse after learning Sofat was already married. He is at large, and police are searching for him.

Unsafe commercial vehicles, especially in rural areas, are used to transport passengers, often overloaded and on unsafe routes. This practice, including makeshift vehicles, increases the risk of accidents. A recent canal accident highlights the dangers, prompting calls for awareness campaigns.

An elderly man, Zora Singh, died by suicide in Akhara village after a dispute with the village panchayat. The panchayat's construction of a lane raised the road level, causing water to flood Singh's home. After Singh removed bricks from the lane and faced a police complaint, he took his own life. Police are investigating.

A 71-year-old man fired shots from his licensed weapon during a heated argument in Islam Ganj, stemming from a land dispute and construction-related disagreement. No injuries occurred. Police took the man into custody following a complaint and are investigating.

Jaswinder Singh Bittu won the Barundi village sarpanch election against Rupinder Singh. The election was held to fill the vacancy left by Bittu's deceased brother. Bittu won with 1,487 votes, while Rupinder Singh received 741 votes.

A Permanent Lok Adalat in Ludhiana ordered Guru Nanak Dev ITI to allow a student to take his first-year RAC exam on July 29th. The institution was pressuring the student to pay the second-year fees upfront, which the court deemed unfair, as the first-year fees were already paid. The exam result will be pending the petition's final outcome.

Social activist Lakhvir Singh Lakha supports farmers opposing Punjab's land pooling policy, calling it deceptive and a privatization scheme. He criticized the government's actions, questioned its financial promises, and highlighted unused land. Lakha urged unity and a tractor march against the policy.

Medical experts urged awareness about hepatitis, calling it a 'silent killer.' Seminars and workshops were held to highlight the disease's causes, consequences, and prevention, especially in the Malwa region where residents are more susceptible. Free diagnostic tests were offered.

Joint teams will enforce strict action, including fines, against dairy owners dumping cow dung in the Buddha Dariya starting August 1. The Punjab Pollution Control Board, police, and Municipal Corporation will collaborate. Action will also target dyeing units and encroachments along the river.

Ludhiana's dyeing industry pollutes Buddha Nullah and Satluj River due to toxic chemical waste. The industry is economically significant but lacks proper effluent treatment, with regulatory bodies failing to enforce environmental standards, leading to water and soil contamination.

Sat Paul Mittal School, Ludhiana, excelled in the PISA-based test for schools (PBTS), demonstrating top-tier performance comparable to leading education systems. The school achieved scores of 543 in math, 537 in science, and 516 in reading, highlighting strong student achievement and well-being.

A PAU study found life skills training significantly boosts university students' well-being. A program improved self-awareness, empathy, and coping mechanisms. Females excelled in empathy; males in planning. The study advocates integrating life skills into education to combat student stress and isolation.

Sister Crispin Maria emphasizes the evolution of education, highlighting the shift towards conceptual learning and mental well-being. She advocates for responsible students through value-based education and supports co-education for holistic growth. She stresses the importance of career guidance, parental involvement, and combating drug abuse through awareness and engagement.

Winners to be honoured in August

All the pilgrims were returning to their village after visiting Shri Naina Devi in Himachal Pradesh

DPS Khanna hosted Teej celebrations with over 300 attendees. The event featured a DJ, henna art, traditional food, and swings. Competitions included 'Ms Teej,' 'Tambola,' and Punjabi Boliyan. Ramneek Kaur Aujla won 'Mrs Teej,' and Harsimrat Kaur won the Punjabi Boliyan competition.

GADVASU and Devans Modern Breweries Limited (DMBL) partnered for research on using barley distilled grain slub (BDGS) in animal feed. The project, funded with Rs 20 lakh by DMBL, aims to evaluate BDGS as a sustainable feed ingredient. Findings will be shared through university outreach.

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and Generation Seeds Private Limited partnered to commercialize the muskmelon variety, Punjab Amrit. This open-pollinated variety yields high fruit firmness, a long shelf life, and a yield of 84.6 q/acre with plastic mulch. PAU aims to boost farmer productivity and profitability.

Activists supporting agricultural laborers and MGNREGA workers oppose the Punjab government's land pooling policy. They accuse the government of anti-farmer policies, aiming to acquire land for corporate interests and potentially harming the state's economy and rural population. They demand the government address their pending demands.

The World Punjabi Organisation (WPO), Ludhiana Chapter, held a cultural event honoring Punjab's culture and development contributors. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and other ministers were recognized for their public service. Dr. Vikramjit Singh Sahney emphasized WPO's global role in preserving Punjabi culture and uniting Punjabis worldwide.

PAU's Miyawaki forest, a CSR initiative, provides a research opportunity to assess rapid afforestation's ecological benefits. The forest, utilizing the Miyawaki technique, is compared to a conventionally spaced forest. Researchers study biodiversity, soil health, and long-term viability, aiming to inform future afforestation policies for Punjab.

A Kargil Vijay Diwas commemoration at the Dholewal Military Complex honored war heroes. Cadets from 3 Punjab (Girls) Battalion, NCC, participated in floral tributes, listened to speeches, and heard a lecture on leadership. They recited patriotic pieces and pledged to serve the nation.

Dismantle network of begging mafia, protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation, equip youth with vocational skills