The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission will hold its 26th meeting on August 28 in Chandigarh, chaired by Jasvir Singh Garhi. The meeting, the first in five years, will review pending cases and grievances concerning the welfare and rights of Scheduled Castes in Punjab. Senior government officials are invited.
Varinderpal Singh Bajwa reviewed flood relief operations in Dhilwan villages due to rising Beas water levels. Efforts include war-footing relief, boat deployment, and tarpaulin distribution in affected villages. Residents are urged to contact the district helpline for assistance and avoid rumors.
Kapurthala district banned public weapon displays, including on social media, until October 21st. The order, issued under Punjab Civil Services Rules, prohibits weapons at gatherings and targets hate speech. Violators will face legal consequences enforced by police and SDMs.
A house collapse in Mohindru Mohalla, Jalandhar, has blocked the road, causing safety concerns and inconvenience. The absent property owner hasn't acted. Activist Sanjay Sehgal filed a complaint urging authorities to clear debris, issue notices, impose penalties, and file an FIR.
A canter struck a motorcycle on a highway near Jagroan, India, on Monday. 22-year-old Sahil Sharma was killed, and three others, Sajan Sharma, Pawanjot Singh, and Gurmukh Singh, were injured and hospitalized. The youths were returning from Mundari village.
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Continuous heavy rain since Sunday significantly lowered the city's temperature to 26°C, a drop of eight degrees from last week. While causing travel difficulties and low school attendance, the weather prompted a surge in demand for fried snacks. Air conditioners remained off.
Schools in the region are regularly holding events to combat drug abuse, including seminars and pledge-taking. These efforts align with the national Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and the state's Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign. A new statewide campaign, launching September 13th, aims to intensify de-addiction efforts in Punjab.
Thirty-five workers were rescued from a Jalandhar milk plant after an ammonia gas leak caused by a faulty valve. Emergency services responded swiftly, breaking a wall for rescue. This is the third ammonia leak in Jalandhar within a year, following previous incidents in ice factories.
A woman died in a gas tanker blast, her husband having perished in the same accident. They leave behind a young orphaned child. Both parents, Dharmendra and Aradhana Verma, were migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh. The District Magistrate pledged government assistance for the child.
Jalandhar Congress leaders filed a police complaint against Manish Sisodia for allegedly inciting violence and promoting unfair election tactics ahead of 2027 elections. They demanded an FIR, citing his speech to AAP workers. They criticized the absence of senior officials and threatened state-level agitation if no action is taken.
A verbal clash erupted between Congress MLA Rana Gurjit Singh and AAP's Sajjan Singh Cheema over flood relief efforts in Sultanpur Lodhi. Rana criticized the government's compensation, while Cheema responded, accusing Rana of making unsavory remarks and focusing on scoring political points instead of helping flood victims.
Sandeep Rishi began his tenure as Municipal Corporation Commissioner. He prioritized transparency, corruption-free services (property tax, building branch), and financial stability. He also plans to immediately address cleanliness and sanitation issues.
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Due to heavy rainfall and flooded roads, schools in Jalandhar will be closed on August 26th, as ordered by DC Himanshu Aggarwal. District Magistrate Ashika Jain extended the closure to include August 27th. The closures apply to all government and private elementary and secondary schools.
Police arrested two brothers and another man in Garhshankar with 360 crates of liquor. In Phagwara, a fraud case involving ₹50 lakh was filed. A man reported being assaulted and robbed of his scooter. A jagrata singer was arrested for hurting religious feelings. Two were arrested for selling illicit liquor, and a Nakodar SHO was transferred.
The property tax OTS deadline is extended to August 31. The scheme, offering penalty and interest waivers, has attracted over 9,000 new taxpayers and recovered Rs 16 crore. The city aims to collect Rs 75 crore from 1.85 lakh taxable properties, with defaulters facing legal action.
Schools in Lohian block are safeguarding records due to flood concerns following recent flooding in nearby Sultanpur Lodhi. Despite no current threat, institutions are relocating documents as a precaution, particularly those previously impacted by floods in 2019 and 2023. Residents remain hopeful for continued calm.
A 50-year-old woman, Kailasho Devi, died when a kutcha house collapsed in Mukerian due to heavy rain. Police responded to the scene. Her body is in the Civil Hospital mortuary.
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University held an anti-ragging week culminating in a legal awareness session led by Dr. Cheema. Emphasis was placed on displaying anti-ragging warnings, highlighting penalties, and promoting a ragging-free environment. Competitions and a rally were also organized to raise awareness. Students were encouraged to report incidents.
Male Multi-Purpose Health Worker candidates demand an extended application deadline (beyond August 26) and age relaxation. Technical issues and 12th-grade qualification caused initial confusion. The union, promised an agenda by the Health Secretary, plans a protest and a meeting on August 27, hoping for age relaxation. The government previously promised such measures.
Kapurthala district banned public weapon display, including on social media, to curb violence and hate speech. The ban covers public gatherings, religious places, and social events. Violators face legal action, enforced by police and SDMs. The order is effective until October 21st.
Kapurthala police solved the murder of Tarandeep Singh. Investigations using call data led to the arrest of Deepak, Harnek Singh, and Sajanpreet Singh. The victim died from a drug overdose, and the trio disposed of his body in Kali Bein. Police recovered the car and arrested Sajanpreet.
Relief efforts continue in flood-affected Sultanpur Lodhi and Dhilwan amid heavy rain and rising Beas River waters. Essential aid, including food, medicine, and animal care, is being distributed. Residents are urged to stay alert, avoid rumors, and contact issued helpline numbers for assistance.
A technical session at LKCTC featured 'Chi Chi,' an AI-controlled robotic dog. Gourav Gupta led the session on AI, covering its applications, programming, and real-world uses, including robotics. The students were engaged, asking many questions about the AI technologies.
Education should nurture potential beyond academics, focusing on discipline, values, and patriotism. Current education prioritizes scores over character. Schools must integrate activities promoting responsibility and love for the country to cultivate a generation of value-driven citizens.
Schools in Jalandhar shall remain closed on August 26, and Hoshiarpur DM has declared a holiday on August 26 and 27
Emergency responders had to break through a side wall to rescue the trapped individuals
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Government warns against illegal collection of personal data. Violators face punishment under the DPDP Act, 2023. Authorities link data breaches to scams and fraud. Surprise inspections will be conducted by joint teams to stop illegal data collection.