Ludhiana

Machinery & goods worth several lakhs reduced to ashes

Announced ahead of (West) bypoll, dog sanctuary yet to see light of day

Case of abetment to suicide registered against 2 teachers, whom he blamed for ‘troubling him’

The devotees were returning from Naina Devi temple

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Dr Ankur Mahindroo is general secretary

Various groups pledged to continue supporting Kargil martyrs' families. They organized events to honor the soldiers, including seminars, recitations, and family visits. Officials were instructed to prioritize services for the families.

Punjab officials inaugurated an incubation center at Ludhiana's Multi Skill Development Centre, a Sun Foundation and Innovation Mission Punjab initiative. The center supports young entrepreneurs, offering guidance, funding assistance, and skill training in various fields, with a goal of creating job creators.

Punjab's Chief Minister instructed an expert committee to review Bagga Kalan and Akhaara CBG plants, involving villagers in the assessment. The report must be submitted promptly, ensuring no pollution violations and prioritizing villagers' interests. The government aims to control pollution and safeguard Punjab's environment.

The Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana urges residents to pay pending property tax by July 31 to avoid penalties. The OTS scheme waives interest and penalties. Suvidha Kendras will be open on the weekend to facilitate payments.

Punjab farmers are increasingly using biological pest control in paddy, sugarcane, and maize, shifting away from chemical pesticides. This method, promoted by PAU, utilizes natural enemies like Trichogramma to combat pests. Farmers report cost savings and healthier crops. PAU provides tricho-cards and emphasizes proper timing and pesticide avoidance.

Representatives from various organizations met with the Punjab Pollution Control Board to propose environmental initiatives for the 450th anniversary of Shri Amritsar Sahib. They advocated for a single-use plastic ban, landfill decommissioning, and planting 450 orchards to promote a cleaner, greener city.

School administrations face warnings regarding the Safe School Vahan Policy. Inspections revealed violations like overloading and lack of safety measures, leading to challans and warnings. Authorities emphasized responsibility for student safety and ongoing enforcement. The increasing number of school vehicles makes policy implementation challenging.

The meeting held at local party office

Threatened her by pointing a knife

The Punjab Human Rights Commission is investigating the Ludhiana Civil Hospital after a patient's body was left unattended. The commission seeks disciplinary action details from the Health Department, dissatisfied with initial responses. Social activist Arvind Sharma initiated the case, with previous acknowledgments of negligence. A responsible officer must attend the next hearing.

Hurl bottles, bricks and stones; threaten owner; pound gate with weapons

Sukhwinder Singh was arrested for allegedly raping a minor girl for seven months. He blackmailed her with obscene photos and videos, threatening to share them if she refused his advances. The girl's father found her crying and learned of the abuse.

Notifies six more sector-wise committees to tackle industry issues

The Health Department increased food safety inspections, collecting 60 samples (30 golgappa water, 30 desi ghee) from various areas. Samples of used cooking oil, ice cream, and masala were also taken. Three businesses received challans for poor hygiene.

Teej, a Punjabi festival celebrating womanhood, traditionally involved married daughters' homecoming, communal feasts, and folk dances. Today, while retaining traditional elements, Teej has evolved into more stylized, urban celebrations, prompting both nostalgia for the past and a continued expression of the festival's core values.

COF organized a training on Biofloc Aquaculture System (BFAS) for 15 stakeholders to promote climate-smart aquaculture. The program focused on resource-efficient technologies, like BFAS and RAS, and the establishment of a Capacity Building Resource Centre. These methods use less water and land than traditional aquaculture.

Municipal Commissioner Dachalwal instructed building branch officials to recover outstanding dues and halt illegal construction. Weekly recovery targets were set, with penalties for non-compliance. Officials were also ordered to strictly address illegal construction in their zones.

Punjab's Agriculture Minister lauded PAU scientists and farmers for agricultural progress. The PMFME scheme conclave focused on expanding agri-business, food processing, and value addition. Experts advocated for self/e-marketing, diversification in dairy and fish farming, and a shift towards food processing for entrepreneurial growth.

Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation (MC) issued a notice to a contractor for leaky ceiling sheets in the Guru Nanak Stadium basketball court, citing poor workmanship. A committee was formed to inspect the issue. The contractor faces replacement and potential additional penalties for the defect, following a previous Rs 10 lakh fine for project delays.