Jalandhar

Indian Navy Mumbai beat Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala 3-2 in the Surjit Hockey Tournament, with Sundara Padha scoring the winning goal. CAG Delhi and BSF Jalandhar drew 2-2. Upcoming matches include Indian Air Force vs. Punjab Police and Indian Railways vs. CRPF.

Artists from Punjab and beyond organized 'United by Art' to aid flood victims. The exhibition-cum-sale featured 471 artworks from 168 artists, raising Rs 12.66 lakh. Funds are directly supporting affected families, demonstrating art's power to provide hope and rebuild lives.

Prime Minister Modi addressed the 17th Rozgar Mela, distributing over 51,000 appointment letters. At NIT Jalandhar, 180 youth received letters, encouraged by Chief Postmaster General Vinod Kumar Verma. Director Prof. Vinod Kumar Kanojia highlighted the initiative's role in national progress.

The Hindi play 'Terrorist ki Premika,' staged at CT Group, explored themes of love, conflict, and transformation. The play, written by Pali Bupinder Singh and directed by Abhishek Tiwari, focused on a woman's journey facing terrorism. The production, featuring impactful performances, promoted reflection and cultural awareness among students.

Eighty-nine youths donated blood at a camp organized by the Hindustan Welfare Blood Donors Club. Former Union Minister Som Parkash praised the donors, with support from the Department of Youth Services Punjab, Mera Yuva Bharat Kapurthala, and HDFC Bank. Political and social leaders also attended and honored the donors.

Repair road and prevent further loss of life: People to CM

Four people in Nakodar are booked for attacking a woman, tearing her clothes, and theft. Two women in Nurmahal are booked for assaulting a man. Lohian Khas police arrested a man with 120 intoxicating tablets. Shahkot police booked a farmer for burning paddy stubble.

Driver identified, booked

Hari Shankar Verma, Director General (Safety) of the Railway Board, visited the Rail Coach Factory in Kapurthala. He discussed coach safety, production efficiency, and the introduction of new coach models with senior officials.

Misl Satluj demands increased compensation for flood victims in Punjab, highlighting widespread losses of homes, land, and livelihoods. The organization seeks land registration, improved compensation for submerged land, and fee waivers for students in damaged schools.

Phagwara's SDM, Jashanjit Singh, held a meeting to curb stubble burning. Farmers will face penalties for violations. Officials were directed to raise awareness, offer alternatives, and enforce strict vigilance to make Phagwara environmentally responsible.

Phagwara's Municipal Corporation is extending weekend hours at its Property Tax Office until October 31. This is to facilitate residents taking advantage of the Punjab government's One-Time Settlement Policy, offering a 50% penalty/interest exemption for full property tax payments made by the deadline.

Dr. Akshita Gupta reviewed Chhath Puja preparations with various departments. Key directives included ensuring security, water release, civic arrangements (sanitation, fire services), uninterrupted power supply with insulated wires, and medical provisions. Permissions for public address systems will be processed by the SDM.

.32 caliber pistol along with cartridges seized

Not attending any social, political events, confines himself to biz, temple activities

Wariana Dump grows as city struggles with garbage • Residents slam MC over unchecked piles

Nawanshahr police arrested Inderjit Singh and seized 28.80 kg of opium. The initial search yielded 50.46 grams in his car, followed by 6.87 kg at his home. An additional 21.16 kg was recovered from a location linked to Davinder Kumar, alias Lala, who is already in jail and will be arrested.

Injured out of danger

Punjab Police Jalandhar, with ten Olympians, defeated Punjab & Sind Bank 5-0. Army XI beat CRPF Delhi 2-1. The tournament at the Surjit Hockey Stadium was inaugurated by Ashok Mittal. Harmanpreet Singh scored a hat-trick for Punjab Police.

Police DAV Public School in Jalandhar excels in sports, offering 28 disciplines. Students won ₹5,86,500 at DAV tournaments. Winners received individual cash prizes, with top swimmers and athletes from athletics and swimming earning additional rewards. The school balances sports and academics, with special support for athlete-students.

The Daily Morning Football Club in Nawanshahr celebrated Dheeraj Kumar's Canadian residency with a friendly match. The game between Team Dheeraj and Team Vikram ended in a 3-3 draw. Tarsem Lal emphasized sports' role in promoting healthy lifestyles and community initiatives.

First man from North and Central India to earn World Karate Federation’s 'A' qualification

No FIR registered

A meeting in Kapurthala, led by District Language Officer Jaspreet Kaur, addressed Punjabi language promotion in public spaces. The government mandates Punjabi signage (Gurmukhi script) on top of all boards. Traders, represented by Kapurthala Vyapar Mandal, pledged to update signboards within two months, supported by official guidelines and department assistance.

Shahkot police arrested Sukhchain Singh with 15 grams of heroin, charging him under the NDPS Act. Nurmahal police arrested Nirmal for selling betting slips and cheating customers, recovering Rs 3,120. He faces charges under the Punjab Gambling Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.