Congress protested the state's land pooling policy outside the GLADA office, led by Punjab Congress president Warring. The policy aims to consolidate farmland for urban development, offering farmers plots in return. Congress opposes the policy, citing unfairness to farmers and potential land value issues.
City players won 10 medals, including two gold, at the Punjab State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament. Naman Mehra and Aryan Sachdeva secured gold medals in the men's and boys U-19 categories, respectively. Ludhiana players also earned two silver and six bronze medals.
Officials say action to continue in coming days
Proactive steps needed to ensure public health
The Coalition for a GM-Free India opposes Bayer's GM maize trials in Punjab, citing herbicide tolerance concerns and questioning the state's approval. They demand transparency and warn of environmental and health risks. PAU defends trials, approved by the RCGM, as essential for research and safety.
The Ludhiana District Swimming Championship saw swimmers from various clubs compete. Ojas Sund, Jasleen Kaur Dhillon, and Kriti Arora were among the winners. Bhavya Gupta and Jayana Sapra also secured multiple gold medals. The competition included various age groups and stroke categories.
The individual is alleged to be the controller and operator of two fake firms
The orders, primarily for school distribution schemes, have revived morale across city’s industrial belt
Holds a meeting with civic body officials at the MC Zone D office in Sarabha Nagar
The accused failed to arrange any visa for the complainant and also did not return his money
Rs 1.48 lakh in cash and several currency tokens recovered
Forms panel to verify encroachments along water body
Accused brought from West Bengal
The accused nabbed by Khanna police
Main accused detained in Jammu | Illicit relations allegedly cause of murder
Warring proposes job creation as solution to combat drug crisis
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University hosted a National Fish Farmers Day ceremony recognizing contributions to the aquaculture sector. Farmers were awarded for their efforts in adopting new technologies and promoting eco-friendly practices. Young entrepreneurs and pioneering figures like Darshan Singh were also honored for their impact.
To combat waterlogging in Dhokka Mohalla and nearby areas, Ludhiana Central MLA Ashok Prashar installed three new 170hp motors. These additions, along with regular monitoring, aim to speed up drainage and prevent flooding, benefiting several localities.
Residents of E Block in SBS Nagar reported a surge in stray dogs, causing panic and fear. Several people, including a man, his son, and friend, were bitten. Residents, especially children and seniors, are afraid to go outside and have demanded immediate action from authorities.
Khanna police organized a football match to promote sports and deter drug use as part of the ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ campaign. SSP Dr. Jyoti Yadav emphasized the importance of such events and encouraged youth participation in sports. Four teams competed, and players expressed interest in joining the police.
Milling on the Sahnewal-Nandpur road service lane by NHAI causes discomfort and skidding risks for commuters. Residents complain of dust, congestion, and poor road conditions despite paying tolls. Accidents have occurred. NHAI cites weather delays for recarpeting, promising work within a week.
Joga Singh, an agricultural graduate, encourages young farmers to grow medicinal plants for economic benefit. He operates a nursery, promotes organic farming, and uses a YouTube channel for education. The local government supports his initiative to help farmers and promote eco-friendly practices.
Punjab Agricultural University developed a bio-control solution, Trichoderma asperellum 2% WP, to combat foot rot disease in basmati rice caused by *Fusarium moniliforme*. This eco-friendly approach addresses yield losses and mycotoxin contamination, crucial for Punjab's economy and export quality. Seed treatment and field hygiene are key.
Migrant workers from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, including Suraj, Arun Mandal, and Chander, come to Punjab in June and July for better wages during paddy sowing. They earn up to ₹25,000 but face challenges like working in flooded fields, limited healthcare, and snake encounters. Landlords provide housing and workers are paid around ₹4,000-4,500 per acre.
Loan waiver certificates totaling Rs 54.3 lakh were given to 51 SC borrowers. The distribution occurred in Payal, Amargarh, and Malerkotla assembly segments, with amounts waived varying by segment: Payal (Rs 40.45L), Amargarh (Rs 11.18L), and Malerkotla (Rs 2.66L).
Ludhiana BJP members protested against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for allegedly using abusive language against the Prime Minister and Home Minister. They burned his effigy, criticizing his comments as irresponsible and detrimental to India's diplomacy, citing previous sarcastic remarks about PM Modi's Pakistan visit.
They claim proposed site falls in a green belt, submit complaint to civic body
A property dealer's house in Baddowal village was attacked with a petrol bomb and gunfire by car-borne assailants early Sunday. No injuries were reported. The motive is unknown as the victim, Yadvinder Singh, has no known enemies. Police are investigating, reviewing CCTV footage, and questioning suspects.
Police arrested Rupam Sharma, a 'proclaimed offender' from Jalandhar, booked in approximately 50 cases across multiple states. The arrest, made by the CIA wing in Malerkotla, involved charges primarily under the Negotiable Instrument Act, with Sharma absconding in most instances, including a 2023 case.
Shopkeepers, vendors fail to budge, wrong parking rampant