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Farmers block rail traffic, hold rally
Ludhiana, September 30
As part of statewide “Rasta roko- rail roko stir”, activists of various organisations of farmers blocked rail traffic on the Ludhiana-Jalandhar section, near Nurmahal level crossing, at Phillaur for more than two hours today. The farmers held a massive rally. Hundreds of commuters were stranded as trains were stopped en route by the railway authorities. However, no untoward incident was reported from the district.

Agitators squat on a railway track as part of their statewide protest against government policies, in Phillaur on Tuesday. — Tribune photo by  Pardeep Tewari

Congress govt settling old scores, says Aliwal
Ludhiana, September 30
“The vindictive policies of the Congress government in Punjab and repression let loose by the police on the common man are reminiscent of Emergency days.”

Cong seeks dismissal of Union Government

Ludhiana, September 30 Charging the NDA government at the Centre with failure to protect the country from foreign invasion, stem communal violence and to effectively tackle the problems of unemployment, the District Congress Committee (DCC), Urban, has asked the President of India, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, to dismiss it in the larger interests of the nation. Congress functionaries, led by DCC president Jagmohan Sharma sit in dharna in front of the office of the Central Excise Department demanding dismissal of the Central Government, in Ludhiana on Tuesday. — Photo by I.V

3 labourers drugged, looted
Ludhiana, September 30
Three labourers were found drugged and looted on board the Madras Mail at the local railway station this morning. They had allegedly consumed some drug-laced biscuits offered by two unknown youths at Pathankot railway station.

LUDHIANA CALLING With Dasehra and Divali approaching, the city bazars are wearing a festive look with attractive offers of prizes and heavy discounts. The shoppers are being enticed by all kinds of advertising gimmicks. But the shopkeepers never seem to be satisfied. They hire men on a daily basis who stand on the road outside their respective shops and entice people to step in. Crime capital Weather optimism Surprised cinegoers Farmers’ woes Rearview mirrors Durga idols Fashion forecast Cleaner city Importance of October 1

COMMUNITY

Tubewell water not contaminated: MC
Ludhiana, September 30
In the wake of outbreak of gastroenteritis in Giaspura and surrounding colonies on the outskirts of the city, the Municipal Corporation has claimed that water being supplied through a network of 340 tubewells and around 1500 km of distribution lines to the approved colonies was absolutely safe and fit for human consumption.

Govt to spend Rs 400 cr on weaker sections
Ludhiana, September 30
“The Punjab government will spend Rs 400 crore for the upliftment of the weaker sections of society as was being done by Maharashtra. The disbursement of funds under various schemes in this context will be hassle free so that a maximum number of people can benefit from it,” said Transport Minister Tej Parkash Singh while addressing delegates at the concluding function of the Bairagi Maha Mandal here yesterday.

NGO to launch 5 welfare projects tomorrow
Ludhiana, September 30
To mark the Gandhi Jayanti, a local NGO, Roshni, has announced launching of five community welfare projects in the city on October 2. The first project will be setting up of 24-hour “Roshni” helpline for people in distress. 

WORLD VEGETARIAN DAY
Vegetarianism getting popular
Ludhiana, September 30
“Do not make your stomach the graveyard of dead animals,” advises Ms Menaka Gandhi, former Union Minister and Chairperson of the People for Animals. She preaches vegetarianism for better health. People are turning to vegetarian diet not only in India but also in the West.

INTERNATIONAL MUSIC DAY
Music strengthens bonds  of friendship
Ludhiana, September 30
Music is food of love and so said Shakespeare. But sadly enough, the city lacks schools which teach classical, vocal and instrumental music. One misses this fact as we celebrate International Music Day on October 1.

MLA gives 2 lakh to church

Ludhiana, September 30 “The Punjab Government is committed to maintain harmony among people belonging to different castes, creed and religions”, said Mr Surinder Dawar, MLA, while addressing a prayer meeting at Kalvery Church in Issa Nagri, here today. Mr Surinder Dawar, MLA, presents a cheque for Rs 2 lakh to members of the  managing committee of Kalvery Church in Ludhiana on Tuesday. — A Tribune photograph

MC pensioners’ meeting
Samrala, September 30
A meeting of the pensioners of the municipal council was held here today on the premises of Government Senior Secondary School, Samrala. It was chaired by Mr Prem Sagar Sharma, Punjab president of Mahan Sangh.

CRIME

Man booked for abducting girl
Ludhiana, September 30
A Bihari migrant, Karam Singh, was booked under Sections 363 and 366 of the IPC at the Jodhewal police station yesterday on charges of abducting a girl of Sekhewal village. The father of the girl stated that the accused kidnapped his daughter on September 2.

BUSINESS

Industry conducts mock drill
Mandi Ahmedgarh,  September 30
Though it was a mock drill, management of the local unit of Shryans Industries Limited sounded the district administration and police administration so as to evaluate the safety and preparedness of those concerned with dealing the emergency of an accidental leakage of chlorine gas.

Showroom inaugurated

AGRICULTURE

Experts for new crop  rotations
Ludhiana, September 30
The Research Evaluation Committee of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has recommended two crop rotations in place of wheat and paddy. A meeting of the committee was held under the chairmanship of Dr G.S. Nanda, Director of Research, here today. 

EDUCATION

University creates revolving fund
Ludhiana, September 30
The Board of Management of Punjab Agricultural University today launched a revolving fund for providing various services to the farmers of the state. The decision to create the fund and setup farmer’s services was taken by the BoM at a meeting held with Dr K.S. Aulakh, Vice-Chancellor of the university.

PCCTU to intensify agitation
Ludhiana, September 30
At a meeting of the state executive committee of the Punjab and Chandigarh College Teachers Union (PCCTU), chaired by Prof S.S. Hundal, president, PCCTU, it was decided to intensify the agitation to press for their demands. After completing the first phase of agitation on September, 25, the union decided begin the next phase.

FROM SCHOOLS Tiny tots perform dandia Ludhiana, September 30 Tiny tots of Small Wonders Nursery School enjoyed Navratras by playing ‘dandia’. Dressed in colourful clothes they enjoyed themselves. Colourful rangolis added to the festive look of the school.  Tiny tots of Small Wonders Nursery School attired in colourful dresses are all set to perform dandia at a function organised on the school premises in Ludhiana on Tuesday. — Photo by I.V

PAU student gets US Fellowship
Ludhiana, September 30
Pawan Kumar Sharma will be proceeding to the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, University of Georgia, USA, in the mid-October as he has been granted a Fellowship.

Darshan Singh Dean, PG studies

CULTURE

Tasneem’s ‘Facets of Human Life’
Ludhiana, September 30
‘Facets of Human Life’ is the 25th book comprising 100 essays by Prof N.S. Tasneem and is published in the 75th year of his life, which is also the 50th year of his writing career. Prof N.S. Tasneem has written about the varied patterns of human life in this book.

Cassette released Ludhiana, September 30 The maiden audio album ‘Kurti Sat Rang Di’ of Kamaljot Chamkila, a daughter of the late folk singer Amar Singh Chamkila, was released by Mr Jagdev Singh Jassowal, a former MLA and Chairman of the Professor Mohan Singh Foundation, here today. Mr Jagdev Singh Jassowal, Chairman, Professor Mohan Singh Foundation, releases a cassette of Kamaljot Chamkila in Ludhiana on Tuesday. — A Tribune photograph

SPORTS

Punjab Games begin today

Ludhiana, September 30 Around 1,500 participants, including officials, are expected to take part in the Punjab State Women Games to be organised by the Punjab Sports Department, which begin here at various venues tomorrow. All arrangements for the smooth conduct of the three-day sports extravaganza have been completed and the players, accompanied by officials, have started reaching here. Players arrive in Ludhiana for participating in the Punjab State Games. — A Tribune photograph