Jalandhar

Many young people are turning up at hospitals with heart disease symptoms. World Heart Day on September 29 brings the focus on this alarming trend and early awareness and screening

First person: Dr Chander Bowry from Innocent Hearts Superspeciality Hospital warns of post-flood outbreaks, urges early diagnosis, prevention

Fortis Hospital has recently performed a Total Knee Replacement using Pixee Knee+, an Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence-based navigation system. The surgery was carried out by Dr Mohit Sharma, Consultant Orthopaedics and Knee Replacement Surgeon at Fortis Hospital, Jalandhar....

RRM School focuses on therapy, life-skills, special education

Round Glass, Surjit, SAI, Naval Tata advance to play semis games on September 26

Father Thomas KJ, a veteran missionary associated with the Diocese of Jullundur, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness. He was serving as the Executive Director of the Roshni Society, an NGO helping youth...

With the reduction in GST rates from September 22, prices of daily-use items have seen a significant decline, which would greatly benefit the public while simultaneously strengthening the country’s economy. A total of 375 items would become cheaper as a...

An ongoing awareness campaign is actively educating farmers in Nawanshahr about sustainable methods for managing paddy stubble. Teams from various departments are working on the ground to familiarise farmers with modern technologies that support in-situ stubble management, thereby discouraging the...

A family in Rampur Sunnra accuses local police of suppressing a sexual assault case involving their six-year-old child and a 15-year-old. The police allegedly closed the case instead of registering it. The victim's mother threatens to protest and demands the officer's suspension.

Congress in Nakodar alleges police and administrative harassment, including false cases and ignoring court orders. They are protesting unlawful actions, with a planned sit-in demonstration demanding justice and an end to the alleged targeting of their members.

District Magistrate Ashika Jain restricted firecracker use in the district during festivals under Section 163 of the Indian Civil Defence Code. Specific timings are set for Diwali, Gurupurab, Christmas, and New Year's Eve. Firecrackers are banned within 100 meters of silence zones.

Protesters in Garhshankar demanded Punjab address rising migrant crime by requiring police checks, ID cards, and property owner accountability. They sought migrant vote cancellation, a jobs domicile law, and action to protect Punjabi culture, land, and resources.

The District Legal Services Authority, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, arranged a court visit for PS Presidency School students. Led by Dr. Amandeep, the tour included briefings on court procedures, facilities like the front office, courtroom, and child witness room, and information on free legal aid.

Unidentified youths fired four shots at a house gate in Ramgarh Jhungian village, Garhshankar. The homeowner, a former soldier, reported the shooting and suspected the involvement of men who had previously inquired about his children. Police are investigating the incident.

Dr. Neelam Sethi, 72, is a multifaceted educator, writer, and social worker from Phagwara. She is a director, faculty trainer, and media expert. She holds multiple degrees, has authored books, and received awards including the Mother Teresa Award for her work.

Automobile sales surged in the city due to Navratris and GST 2.0 implementation. Maruti dealers and two-wheeler agencies experienced increased sales, driven by price reductions. While some dealers saw immediate sales spikes, others are anticipating increased momentum.

Following severe floods, Government Primary School, Dhakka Basti faces significant challenges. Classes are held at the cook's home due to a damaged building. Three teachers walk 1.5 km daily to teach over 40 students, improvising lessons. They are committed to resuming classes at a cleaned school soon.

Government school students in the district are actively raising awareness about the dangers of stubble burning. Under the DC's direction, schools are conducting campaigns, competitions, and educational activities to inform students and their communities about the environmental and health consequences and promote alternative methods.

Hoshiarpur Improvement Trust removed illegal encroachments from public spaces, including green belts and corridors, across multiple schemes. These actions followed complaints about nuisance caused by unauthorized structures, alcohol consumption, and parking, which harmed businesses and discouraged shoppers.

Punjab Minister Mohinder Bhagat began paddy procurement in Jalandhar, ensuring farmers' smooth selling. The government guarantees hassle-free procurement with MSP at Rs 2,389 per quintal, aiming for immediate payments and transparent operations, while also addressing flood challenges.

Kapurthala Police arrested Pawan from Ludhiana and recovered Rs 2.05 crore in hawala money, linked to a cyber fraud ring busted in Phagwara. This brings the total arrests to 39 and recovered funds to Rs 2.15 crore. The investigation revealed the racket targeted US and Canadian citizens.

Residents of Mehrana village in Rajasthan donated ₹3.88 lakh and offered labor to Punjab flood victims. Farmers are working to restore flood-damaged fields and embracing anti-stubble burning practices in Kapurthala. Community support and environmental sustainability are key.

The Punjab State Mini Ranking Badminton Tournament in Jalandhar concluded with Harshbir Singh Dhillon (Ludhiana) and Aanya Tiwari as champions in their respective categories. Organized by the Jalandhar Badminton Association, the event saw 250 players from 23 districts compete in 304 matches.

Deputy Commissioner Panchal mandated baler availability in hotspot villages for stubble disposal. He instructed officials to contact farmers, promote on-site stubble management, and publicize available machinery. Combines must have Super SMS; police will enforce this.

A Pravasi-Punjabi Ekta March in Nawanshahr, led by labor and farmer groups, demanded justice for a murdered child and safety for migrant communities. Protesters submitted memorandums seeking legal action against perpetrators, against discriminatory village resolutions, and calling for a meeting with officials and community leaders.