Security beefed up, 1,200 personnel deployed, 100-ft tall effigies installed at Sai Dass School ground
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Jalandhar
Being served where volunteers working day and night to plug breach
Warn of mega rally in Delhi on Nov 25
AGAPP holds protest, seeks FIR
3 youths die due to drug overdose in Guruharsahai village
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Phagwara property owners can pay outstanding property tax under the OTS Policy-2025 by October 31. Paying by August 31 waived penalties and interest. Payments between August 1 and October 31 receive a 50% waiver. After October 31, full penalties apply.
Labourer’s daughter claims 800m bronze, 4x400m silver
Food safety officials inspected food vendors in Tanda, collecting samples of chaap, paneer, and milk for testing during the festive season. Consumers were advised to ensure food freshness, buy from licensed vendors, and avoid stale street food.
KVK Kapurthala launched 'Nutrition First' to aid flood-affected farmers. They distributed 200 vegetable kits across five villages, promoting kitchen gardening for food security and nutritional well-being. The initiative includes expert guidance, diverse planting methods, and future supply of vegetable nurseries.
The Jullundur Gymkhana Club donated Rs 11 lakh, Lyallpur Khalsa College Technical Campus Rs 1.51 lakh, and the Northern Region Exporters Forum Rs 6 lakh to the Chief Minister Rangla Punjab Fund for flood relief. Industrialist Arvind Chopra and Seema Chopra donated Rs 5 lakh. The Deputy Commissioner praised the donations and encouraged further contributions.
Performances by Gulab Sidhu, G Khan draw over 1,200 attendees
A Nature Trail, featuring sports courts and a walking track, opened in Jalandhar's Old Baradari. The Rs 2.98 crore project, inaugurated by Dr. Ashok Mittal and Nitin Kohli, aims to promote fitness and greenery. It's part of the 'Fit Central Jalandhar' campaign and includes developing sports playgrounds across all wards.
Kapurthala district has procured 28,574 metric tonnes of cotton, aiming for 820,017. Markfed procured the most. Farmers have received Rs 54.35 crore. Farmers are advised to bring dry cotton within specified hours to avoid sale complications.
Amandeep’s journey is nothing short of inspirational
Police in Garhshankar arrested Sunil Kumar and Gursharan Singh. They seized 167 grams of narcotics, 26,000 Pregabalin capsules, and a vehicle. The accused were charged under the NDPS Act and BNS Section 223 and are being interrogated.
Floodwaters in Punjab pose a significant public health risk. Contaminated water spreads diseases like diarrhea, hepatitis, and vector-borne illnesses. Preventative measures include water purification, food hygiene, personal sanitation, mosquito control, and prompt medical attention for symptoms. The focus now is on preventing a second health crisis.
Police in Phagwara arrested three family members for criminal trespass. Jalandhar police destroyed seized narcotics, including heroin and poppy husk. Two 'drug addicts' and two for snatching were also arrested in Phagwara. A local organization donated 2.5 lakh to a flood relief fund.
World Heart Day is a timely reminder to protect our most vital organ: Dr CS Pruth
In almost 50 per cent of cases, it is the reproductive health problems in men which are causing child-bearing issues for couples
Iron piece readied by local art studio
Second successful climb of 8,000-metre peak for Gursimrann in five months
3,768 violations detected in 8 hrs at Jalandhar control centre
Satnam Singh and his horse Rupa are symbols of resilience in flood-hit Sultanpur Lodhi. Rupa, the only horse providing aid, delivers food and assists neighbors. Satnam, a school bus driver, refused to sell Rupa, believing she protects his family.
Over 1,000 capsules seized
10 drug cases registered against occupant
Ramgarhia Engineering College held a blood donation awareness program. Chairperson Manpreet Kaur Bhogal guided the event, coordinated by Principal Naveen Dhillon and staff. Approximately 150 students attended, learning about blood donation eligibility and its effects from Dr. MP Singh's presentation.
Flood recovery in Baupur is slow. Damaged infrastructure and disrupted daily life persist, with difficult travel conditions. While essential supplies are available thanks to community support, rebuilding homes, fields, and livelihoods poses a significant challenge, requiring substantial governmental aid for a return to normalcy.
Baba Deep Singh Sewa Dal provides monthly rations to over 2,000 people across 95 villages in the region
PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur organized a training for farmers in Moranwali village on paddy residue management to discourage burning. Experts discussed harmful effects, technological solutions, residue utilization, and addressed farmer queries. Farmers committed to not burning residue.
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