Ludhiana

Street vendors in the city must maintain cleanliness around their stalls, with penalties for non-compliance including fines, FIRs, and equipment seizure. Sanitary inspectors are responsible for main road cleanliness, facing action for failures. The Municipal Corporation is implementing stricter measures citywide to improve sanitation.

Two entrepreneurs developed 'Nutty Samosas' using PAU's PBW1 Chapati wheat, known for its superior quality and nutrition. Experts at PAU's NIDHI-TBI incubator, including Dr. Ramandeep Singh, provided mentorship. The PBW1 samosas impressed with better texture, flavor, and shelf life. PAU also introduced PBW1 BISCUIT wheat for baking.

It focused on surveillance, security of open parking spaces across city

Huge quantity of drugs, Rs 6.98 lakh drug money recovered from suspects

Police in Ludhiana arrested Amandeep Kaur, a drug gang member, near a toll plaza. They seized 255 grams of heroin. Kaur, from Moga, was caught by ASI Manohar Lal while waiting for a client. She was part of a gang using women to traffic drugs.

Over 50 cars were vandalized in Shimlapuri and Daba. CCTV footage captured the suspects, and two were apprehended. Car owners filed complaints. Residents protested the police's delayed arrests, suspecting the vandalism was related to a prior argument.

A man and his son face charges in Ludhiana for a Rs 1.38 crore property fraud. They took money from a victim but failed to register the property. Ved Parkash Singla was arrested, and police are searching for his son, Diwakar Singla.

A 13-year-old girl, Komalpreet, died in Ambedkar Nagar when a house roof collapsed. Her parents were injured. The roof, with visible iron rods, fell after midnight. The family is poor, and residents seek government financial aid.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court questioned the Ludhiana CP for initiating a new FIR based on previously dismissed allegations. The court cited a DGP circular and its ruling against duplicate inquiries, ordering an explanation by September 15th regarding the violation of these guidelines.

The Public Action Committee (PAC) sued Ludhiana's Water Resources Department and Municipal Corporation (MC) before the NGT over illegal construction on the Buddha Dariya, including a retaining wall and road. Despite legal notices and court directives, the MC continued construction, narrowing the river and ignoring environmental and flood risk concerns, as well as NGT's directives for plantation.

Huge stock of garments, cash kept in shop destroyed, walls developed cracks

Five individuals were arrested in Talwandi village during a CASO operation under the Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign, leading to the seizure of 320 grams of heroin. The suspects, already facing 18 NDPS cases and out on bail, were apprehended after police acted on a tip and public complaints. Police are intensifying efforts to combat drug trafficking and crime.

Ananaya Jain of DAV Public School, Ludhiana, achieved AIR 1 in CUET-UG 2025. She scored 100 percentile in four subjects and 99.99 in English. She credited her success to hard work and teacher support, aiming to study economics and statistics at Delhi University.

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Tarun Passi from Ludhiana passed the BCCI umpiring exam. He is employed at Punjab and Sind Bank. Passi, son of a former Ranji player, finished fifth out of 26 successful candidates. He will join the BCCI umpire panel.

Two cars collided on the Ludhiana-Ferozepur road after a sudden braking incident. No injuries were reported. Police cleared the wreckage, with potential further action depending on the drivers' or owners' decisions. No FIR was filed.

A potential electrocution was narrowly avoided on Thursday when a power line tripped during shed work near PAU. The incident caused technical issues affecting power to several areas. The problem, similar to one last year, was quickly resolved despite staff shortages due to a strike.

Dr. Rishi Indra Singh Gill, an agroforestry expert with 30+ years experience, is the new Dean of Punjab Agricultural University's College of Horticulture and Forestry. He holds a PhD from the University of British Columbia and has advanced through the ranks at PAU, contributing significantly to agroforestry research and administrative roles.

Experts advise maintaining hygiene during monsoon season to prevent water, food, and vector-borne diseases. Recommendations include safe water, fresh food, eliminating stagnant water, and seeking early medical care for symptoms like diarrhea. A 'Stop Diarrhoea Campaign' aims to raise awareness and distribute ORS and zinc supplements.

Madan Lal Bagga inaugurated road construction in Ward 87, Guru Arjan Dev Nagar, with other councillors present. He stated the project addresses poor road conditions, particularly during monsoon, fulfilling election promises and fostering area development by easing traffic.

Local bodies and organizations pledged to eliminate single-use plastics and promote solid waste management. They launched a cleanliness drive, emphasizing awareness and adherence to the National Green Tribunal guidelines. The campaign involves residents and students, with a focus on garbage segregation and the use of waste treatment facilities.

PAU, Ludhiana, established a museum to honor Dr. Gurdev Singh Khush's contributions. Alumni athletes advocate for a sports museum, recognizing their achievements and inspiring current students. This initiative aims to celebrate the university's sporting heritage and promote athletic excellence.

Ludhiana industrialists are optimistic about newly appointed Industry and Commerce Minister Sanjeev Arora. They believe his understanding of industrial challenges, stemming from his own industrial background, will help revive Punjab's industry, create jobs, and improve infrastructure.

Suspect, who was having illicit affair with victim, killed her after she confessed betrayal to him

GLADA reported two illegal colonies to Sahnewal police, leading to cases filed against Tarlochan Singh and Vikram under the PAPR Act. The colonizers, behind 'Tarlochan Colony' and 'Good Homes,' are at large but sought by police for defrauding the public.