Ludhiana

Mohammad Shakeel, a Muslim artisan, prepares Ravana effigies for Dasehra in Malerkotla, continuing a family tradition spanning three generations. He fosters communal harmony, working alongside his family and earning respect within the Hindu community while prioritizing service over profit.

CP orders registration of FIR against assailant

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An Audi caught fire on the Southern Bypass near Dugri on late Monday evening, completely destroying the vehicle. The driver escaped unharmed. A suspected short circuit in the car's electrical system is believed to have caused the fire. Firefighters extinguished the blaze in about an hour.

Pradnya Gadre Chopra's badminton trainees excelled at the Indian Oil Punjab State Mini Sub-Junior tournament. Chopra, a former international player offering free coaching, has produced medal-winning players at various levels. Support from local officials aims to improve Shastri Hall facilities.

BJP leader Gurdev Sharma Debi accused AAP MLA Ashok Parashar Pappi of disrupting Dasehra celebrations. Debi claimed Pappi demanded a bribe, leading to the fair's closure and a suicide attempt. He criticized Pappi's threats and predicted his defeat in the next election.

Over 500 U-14, U-17, and U-19 students competed in the Ludhiana District Schools Athletics Meet. Winners included Rasmeet Kaur (shot put, U-19 girls), Jaskaran Singh (high jump, U-17 boys & 100m sprint, U-17 boys), and Akalroop Kaur (400m race, U-17 girls). Gautam (long jump, U-19 boys) also won.

Ludhiana's Daan Utsav 4.0, October 2-8, collects used items (clothes, books, electronics, etc.) for NGOs. Organized by CityNeeds, MC, and Act Humane, the event involves collection centers, schools, and recycling. Collected items will be distributed through NGOs and RRR centers.

Durga Ashtmi was celebrated with religious zeal, featuring Kanjak Pujan where young girls were offered prasad and gifts. Devotees worshiped Goddess Durga to overcome personal struggles. Navratri melas and Ramlila performances drew crowds, enhancing the festive atmosphere.

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Over 1,000 runners participated in the marathon, which aimed to promote fitness and community wellness

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School officials in Malerkotla received training on child safety laws and student rights. The four-day program covered the POCSO Act, Juvenile Justice Act, Child Labour Act, and Right to Education Act, along with related documentation like Aadhaar and medical certificates.

The Saras Mela in October will feature renowned Punjabi artists like Gurdas Maan, Satinder Sartaaj, and Gippy Grewal. Proceeds benefit flood relief efforts. The event offers music, culture, food, and family activities.

OPD services resumed after VC’s assurance

To boost public confidence and deter crime during the festival season, police have increased security measures. This includes enhanced surveillance, increased patrols, and targeted operations in sensitive areas like celebration venues, schools, and transportation hubs. Authorities encourage residents to report suspicious activity.

A study by Manisha Rani found socio-emotional school climate significantly impacts senior secondary students' academics and resilience. Private school students performed better, while government school boys showed more resilience. Positive school climates, like teacher support, correlated with higher achievement and well-being for all students.

Rameshwar Dass Sharma, an octogenarian educator, reflects on his career. He observed changes in teaching, noting a shift from a dedicated profession to a livelihood. He emphasizes the importance of reading, the decline of teacher authority, and the need for coordination between schools, teachers, and parents in rural areas.

The students and staff often burn dry leaves around the premises to ward off swarms of mosquitoes, as repellents fail to work

With wheat samples in hand and conviction in their voices, the students brought new ideas to old fields

Festival aims to inspire and mobilise the youth to contributing towards mitigating the impacts of climate change

The Ludhiana Veteran Gunners celebrated the 199th Gunners' Day, commemorating the Indian artillery's founding. Veterans shared battlefield experiences and motivated current gunners. Artillery's pivotal role in past and future conflicts was highlighted, emphasizing its valor in various operations and terrains.

Already stocked firecrackers worth over Rs 25 crore

Incident occurred at a dhaba on Jagraon-Moga road on night of Sept 28

Three land in police dragnet; Rs 86K, vehicle recovered