Ludhiana

The victim was on duty at the Kot police post on the night of August 8

The victim went home and told everything to her family

One silver chain, a sharp weapon, and a Splendor motorcycle also seized from accused

Residents complain the area is sinking into filth, creating frustration and spreading fear

Shift students to safer buildings, repair schools in phases

Five arrests have been made in the murder of stock trader Jaskirat Singh, stemming from a parking dispute. Ramandeep Singh, the main suspect, planned the revenge killing. The suspects attacked Jaskirat with weapons, then set his vehicle on fire. Another suspect remains at large.

Suspect Manjit Singh is father of Gursimran Mand, who was president of International Anti-Khalistani Terrorist Front | NRI police took action only after victim filed writ in HC against cops

Punjab's Health Minister opened a modern thalassaemia ward in Ludhiana. It offers blood transfusions, counselling, and treatment. The state aims to eradicate thalassaemia, offering free surgeries and bone marrow transplants. The ward symbolizes hope and access to care for all.

Two major farmers' unions, BKU (Lakhowal) and BKU (Kadian), oppose the government's land pooling policy, calling it a threat to farmers. They declared farmers will not surrender their land and are mobilizing for a large protest on August 24 in Samrala.

Ludhiana police arrested four shooters who attempted to extort an NRI. A Haryana-based gangster, Harry Boxer, demanded Rs 5 crore and sent shooters after the NRI failed to pay. Shots were fired at the NRI's home, but no one was injured. Police used technical investigation to solve the case.

Ritesh died in a hit-and-run accident on Raksha Bandhan while going to his sister. A speeding Maruti Swift hit his Activa. He suffered fatal injuries and was declared dead at a private hospital. Police are investigating and searching for the driver.

With over 300 firms directly exporting to US, Ludhiana’s core sectors are bracing for order cancellations, job losses

Ludhiana (rural) police arrested seven individuals on Saturday for drug-related offenses. They seized 161 grams of heroin and habit-forming tablets. Vishal Kalian and Jaswant Singh were arrested with 152 grams of heroin. Other arrests included Gurpreet Singh Gora, Karandeep Singh, Gurmukh Singh, Gurpreet Singh (alias Ajai), and Rajandeep Singh.

Ludhiana won the toss and elected to bat first

The Sports Authority of India Training Centre in Ludhiana hosted a cycle rally on Sunday, continuing a series initiated in December 2024. Athletes, officials, and local panchayats participated. The rally began and ended at the centre, with Ram Singh as the chief guest.

Organised by Postgraduate Department of Punjabi

Vice-Chancellor of GADVASU spoke on the occasion

Outcome of a collaborative partnership

The Punjab Basketball Association will hold trials at Guru Nanak Stadium on August 12 at 10 am to select junior basketball probables. Selected players will attend a preparatory camp for the Junior National Basketball Championship in Ludhiana (September 2-9). Players born on or after January 1, 2007, are eligible and must bring birth certificates and Aadhaar cards.

Had joined the Indian Army in 2015

Ludhiana's dyeing industry faces NGT scrutiny for polluting Buddha Nullah. CETPs are in violation, failing to meet environmental standards, including Zero Liquid Discharge. The NGT mandates a report from MoEF&CC and PPCB, and action is promised by the Industry Minister.

The two soldiers were killed in an overnight gunfight with terrorists on the ninth day of an ongoing encounter, which began on August 1

An international organization honored nearly 36 women who completed a skin and hair care training course. The HARF Charitable Trust and SOSVA organized the training. Some graduates launched businesses, while others seek opportunities abroad. The course cost Rs 1,200; each trainee received a Rs 1,500 kit. Skill development empowers women, according to the Trust's chairman.

Punjab's rice crops face increased insect-pest threats. Experts urge integrated pest management (IPM) over blanket insecticide use. Key pests include stem borers, leaf folders, and planthoppers. Monitor pest levels and employ eco-friendly solutions like neem extract to protect yield and quality. Avoid banned insecticides on basmati rice.

Ludhiana defeated Jalandhar by 20 runs in the Punjab Women's One-Day Cricket final. Ludhiana scored 189/7, with Sharma, Saini, and Purohit leading. Jalandhar managed 169/9, with Rana and Rajpur as top scorers. Saroha took three wickets for Ludhiana.