Ludhiana police arrested Deepak Goyal, alias Prince, a heroin smuggler, and seized 120 grams of heroin. The arrest, made near Ghalewal Chowk, involved a grey Activa and was based on a tip-off. Goyal faces charges under the NDPS Act, and authorities aim to uncover the drug network. He also has a prior theft case.
GADVASU organized an animal welfare camp in Tarn Taran for flood-affected farmers. Veterinary experts provided treatment, medicine, and feed donated by AFMA. Cabinet Minister Bhullar appreciated the initiative. Another camp is planned in Fazilka on September 5.
Case registered against unidentified man, posing as gangster’s aide
Senior Deputy Mayor promises to look into matter
In the Junior National Basketball Championship, Haryana and Delhi won in the boys' section. Delhi's girls' team also won. Other victories include Punjab boys, Gujarat girls, and teams from Chandigarh, Kerala, West Bengal, and others.
Field Ganj residents face waterlogged homes and shops five days after flooding, with garbage and sewage issues. Authorities and elected officials initially ignored the situation. Shopkeepers report significant losses, citing lack of drainage and demanding safai karamcharis. Media intervention prompted city officials to take action.
To combat flood-related disease risks, a committee headed by Sandeep Kumar was formed by DC Himanshu Jain. The committee will organize medical camps, secure essential medicines, and coordinate with hospitals for support. Medical teams will be stationed at four schools in Ludhiana. Residents are urged to cooperate and follow health advisories.
Service lanes in Doraha, particularly Rajwant Road, are in terrible condition due to NHAI's neglect and recent heavy rains. Commuting is dangerous due to potholes and poor drainage. Residents criticize the NHAI's inaction, highlighting the issue of toll collection versus road quality. Officials and contractors remain unresponsive.
A portion of Anand Mahindra's ancestral house in Ludhiana collapsed, endangering residents. The dilapidated building, neglected for decades, prompted a demolition notice from the Municipal Corporation. Residents demand immediate action to remove the unstable structure and address other dangerous buildings in the area.
Water recedes from houses but damage remains etched in residents’ memories, on roads
Admn continues relief operations in flood-hit villages
Following recent floods, the Indian Army's engineering wing assessed the Dhussi Bandh's structural integrity in Dhulewal and Mattewara. The assessment found no immediate concerns. However, improvements were suggested for two Mattewara locations to enhance long-term resilience, with the administration already taking action.
Minister, along with DC, assesses situation at Dhussi Bandh
Punjab Congress president Raja Warring urged immediate financial aid for flood victims, including Rs 51,000 per acre and Rs 1.5 lakh for damaged homes. He formed relief committees and called for unity, with AICC leader Bhagel to assess the situation on September 5.
The water has receded from inside houses, but the damage remains etched across roads, drains, and lives
Students raise funds and collect relief material flood victims
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Rural residents express concern over inadequate veterinary care, particularly for cancer and zoonotic diseases like salmonella and rabies. Farmers report limited treatment options, forcing them to self-treat or sell sick animals. Experts highlight the potential for indirect human health risks. Veterinary departments claim to take proactive measures.
Obesity is a severe public health issue in Punjab, driven by unhealthy lifestyles. Bariatric surgery and medications like Ozempic and Wegovy offer treatment options. Surgery leads to significant weight loss and improved health conditions, while medications are suitable for mild to moderate obesity. Lifestyle changes are crucial for long-term success.
ASHAs, essential community health workers, face exploitation and neglect. They work tirelessly during crises but lack basic rights, including delayed wages and inadequate recognition. Protests demand fair wages, regularized jobs, and dignity for their crucial services.
Government officials dispatched eight trucks of relief supplies, including food, medicine, and fodder, to flood-affected areas. The effort, led by Cabinet Minister Aman Arora and the Mayor, aims to support those impacted by the floods.
Rajasthan boys, the defending champions, won their opening basketball match, while the defending girls' champions, Karnataka, lost. Other boys' victories include Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Delhi, Gujrat, and Punjab. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, Odisha, and Meghalaya won in the girls' section.
13 arrests made in case, probe underway
Punjab farmers face crop damage from floods. PAU scientists advise immediate drainage, crop-specific treatments (urea/zinc sprays, fungicides), and pest control. Contingency plans include alternative crops like Toria, fodder, and early winter vegetables. Contact details for expert consultations are provided.
Punjab players, including those from Ludhiana, excelled at the Delhi Open Pickleball Tournament. Stuti, Madhav, and Sehajpreet Singh won gold medals in various categories. Sehajpreet and Yuvraj also secured a silver medal. The Punjab Pickleball Association congratulated the winners and pledged continued support.
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University received a Rs 41 lakh ICAR grant for its dialysis unit. The project aims to enhance veterinary hemodialysis, led by Dr. Randhir Singh. It includes establishing the world's first online hemodiafiltration technique for dogs, making the university a leader in veterinary dialysis.
Two brothers' houses collapsed in Ghudani Kalan due to heavy rain. Though the occupants are safe, their families, daily wage earners, are devastated and lack resources. The SDM promised aid, and NGOs like Shaheed Bhagat Singh Welfare Education Society are offering support, including rebuilding the house.
The Punjab government's plan to sell the historic Civil Surgeon's office is facing strong opposition. Critics, including Congress leader Ishvarjot Singh Cheema, condemn the move as a betrayal of public heritage and vow to resist privatization. The office's significance as a symbol of public service is emphasized.
Two brothers in Sangowal village died from electrocution while draining rainwater from their roof. Villagers and local leaders are demanding compensation and a job for the sister. The MLA has also sought compensation from the state government.
It was supposed to be acquired to give direct access to martyr Sukhdev Thapar’s ancestral house