Jalandhar

Kapurthala police arrested a suspected smuggler and seized 500 grams of heroin near Dhilwan. In a separate raid, 120 kg of poppy husk was recovered from an abandoned vehicle near Khusropur. Both incidents led to FIRs under the NDPS Act.

Last year 70 were reported, most cases come from rural areas

The Daily Morning Football Club Nawanshahr organized a match against Bajrang FC to combat youth drug abuse. The Daily Morning FC won 2-1, with goals by Harish Bhatia and Lovedeep Labhi. The event promoted healthy lifestyles through sports, emphasizing youth engagement in positive activities.

Daljit Singh Cheema, newly appointed SAD (Badal) Vice-President, criticized the AAP government in Punjab for authoritarianism, suppressing opposition, and misgovernance. He accused them of silencing dissent and using legal cases against rivals. Cheema urged party workers to prepare for the 2027 elections.

The 25th anniversary of the Kali Bein environmental campaign commenced with a conference addressing river pollution and global warming. The 'Seechewal Model' of voluntary river cleaning was praised as a global example. Speakers emphasized the need for environmental action, citing pollution from industries and declining air quality.

Survey current status of vacant plots | Build new townships on less fertile land

The IMA Phagwara, with PGI Jalandhar, held a CME session on liver health for regional doctors. Discussions covered jaundice management, fatty liver disease, and gall bladder surgery. Doctors emphasized healthy lifestyles, cautioned against self-medication, and highlighted the rising prevalence of liver diseases.

No let-up in theft cases, 3 vehicles stolen, purse snatched

Events commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Kali Bein Kar Seva, a Punjab environmental conservation initiative, will take place from July 13-16. The event will include an environmental conference, religious services, and discussions on environmental improvement. The public is encouraged to attend.

Rana Preet Gill launched her book, 'The Ghadar Movement,' at Desh Bhagat Yadgar Hall. The book highlights the largely forgotten, secular Indian independence movement of 1913, led by Indian immigrants and revolutionaries. It also reveals new information about Pandit Ram Rakha Balli.

Justice Dr. Afroz Ahmad emphasized collaborative environmental protection as a shared heritage. He reviewed Kapurthala's District Environment Plan, praising treated sewage reuse and highlighting groundwater conservation. He directed pollution control measures, biomedical waste compliance, and stubble burning awareness, while DC Panchal detailed waste management and water purification efforts.

The Shaheed Bhagat Singh Centre, a prolific judo training facility, desperately needs a new mat to continue producing champion athletes. The worn-out surface risks injuries and hinders training, jeopardizing the center's future despite its proven track record. Fundraising efforts are underway to replace the mat, costing Rs 12 lakh.

The BJP in Jalandhar opposes the Punjab government's land pooling scheme, alleging it aims to seize farmland and benefit the real estate mafia. They accuse the scheme's architect, Arvind Kejriwal, of corruption and vow to protect farmers' rights through protests and potential legal action.

The camp was organised by 2 Punjab Battalion NCC, Jalandhar

Post offices across Punjab had stopped selling revenue stamps since February 2005

Calls it a revolutionary step towards public welfare

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a nationwide job fair through video-conferencing

Grewal terms Mann’s remarks “shameful, immature and intoxicated

Accuses party of hijacking Vidhan Sabha, questions police encounters, land pooling

Dharnas held in different parts of the city

Says the Chief Minister must uphold dignity of his office

Live cartridges also seized from accused

Sanatani groups announce state-level meeting on August 10

Legal proceedings are currently underway

The incident took place on the busy Rurka Road in Goraya