Ludhiana

PAMETI launched an offline induction training program for 184 new ADOs from August 11-29. The training covers departmental roles, agricultural regulations, and interaction with experts on seed, fertilizers, and crop residue management, aiming to equip officials for farmer welfare.

PAU's FMPE department trained 55 agriculture officers on paddy straw management to curb burning. The training covered machines like Happy Seeder and Super SMS, in-situ incorporation methods, balers, bio-CNG, and bio-decomposers, all aimed at educating farmers.

PAU's Biocontrol Laboratory received a Rs 24 lakh MIDH grant from the Punjab government. The project team includes Daljeet Singh Buttar as Principal Investigator, and Amarjit Singh, Amrinder Kaur, Ajay Chaudhary, and Jagdish Arora as Co-Principal Investigators, along with the Assistant Director Horticulture, Hoshiarpur.

A coordinated movement aims to educate youth about social evils and SDGs. Leaders urged youth to compete globally and develop leadership skills. Training programs, workshops, and seminars will focus on career development, entrepreneurship, and community improvement in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan.

Ludhiana Municipal Corporation's FCC approved 200 civic development projects, including road repairs, park maintenance, and machinery procurement. The remaining 193 proposals will be considered Wednesday. This meeting followed a previous session marred by walkouts, with the Mayor now emphasizing transparency.

Punjab's Jail Minister reviewed jail facilities, including food, sports, and vocational units. He addressed inmate concerns, promising a rehabilitative environment. Plans include expanded vocational training, a new playground, and addressing staff issues to transform jails into reformation centers.

Joint problems are increasing in younger adults due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, weight, and diet. Exercise is crucial, but the type matters. Prevention includes exercise like walking and yoga, muscle building, a healthy diet, and weight management. Treatment options range from physiotherapy to modern robotic surgery.

Ludhiana's diners can now easily report food safety issues. Restaurants must display a QR code linked to the FSSAI's Food Safety Connect app. This app allows users to lodge complaints, report misleading claims, and access food safety information, promoting accountability and transparency.

A Chandigarh hotelier, Raghav Tandon, received extortion calls from a caller impersonating gangster Ankit Pandit Sharma, demanding Rs 10 lakh. The suspect, allegedly hiding in the USA, threatened Tandon and his family. Police registered a case. Similar extortion attempts from gangsters abroad have occurred previously.

A 1.5-year-old girl was fatally run over by a tempo in Jangpur village. The incident, caught on CCTV, occurred as the driver moved forward after customers finished buying vegetables. The girl was struck by both tires and died at the hospital. Police are investigating.

Withdrawal of Land Pooling Policy

Heavy rainfall caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions in Ludhiana. The Jalandhar bypass and other key areas were severely affected, with submerged roads and exposed potholes. Residents expressed frustration with the city's inadequate drainage system, despite the deployment of emergency teams.

CP oversees security arrangements, police keeping tabs on suspicious persons, vehicles

CCTV captures incident, suspect lands in police dragnet

A man, Ashwani Kumar, was found dead on a bridge near Jagraon. An injection was near the body. Police suspect a heart attack, based on family reports of his declining health. An autopsy will be conducted, and legal proceedings will follow.

The Public Action Committee (PAC) wants to relocate the memorial of 1965 war hero Major Bhupinder Singh and his captured tank back to Bharat Nagar Chowk in Ludhiana. They submitted a memorandum to the Additional Deputy Commissioner requesting its restoration and an Independence Day announcement. The ADC indicated support for the proposal.

CPM leader Sukhwinder Singh Sekhon launched a movement to expose alleged anti-people policies of major parties. He accused them of exploiting religious sentiments and promoting crony capitalism. Sekhon criticized the AAP government's land policies, the PM's actions, and the BJP's tactics. He also accused the CM of pursuing a hidden agenda.

Gangster Hari Boxer made calls to US-based Dakha NRI after firing incident at latter’s house

The fact is that the AAP government wasn’t left with any option after the Punjab and Haryana High Court stayed the policy, said the former minister

Encroachments, inept planning & unregulated growth add to congestion crisis

78 members of Kisan Club participated

The Department of Fruit Science at PAU held a training for scientists to manufacture fruit fly traps. Fifteen scientists attended to learn trap preparation and supply for improved fruit fly management. PAU has supplied these traps since 2014 under its Revolving Fund Scheme.

PAU organized a FoSTaC program for final-year B.Sc. Agriculture students, led by an FSSAI-authorized trainer. The training covered food safety management, hygiene, and standards using interactive modules. The program aimed to enhance skills, career prospects, and India's food safety culture.

Ludhiana women and Amritsar men won the 20th Senior Punjab State Baseball Championship. Ludhiana women defeated Amritsar in the final, while Amritsar men beat Ludhiana. Moga secured third place in both the women's and men's categories.

DAV Public School, BRS Nagar, won the Zonal Cricket Tournament (Boys’ U-17) in Ludhiana-I. They defeated BCM School, Lalton Kalan, and BCM School, Basant City branch, and then won in a super over against BCM Arya Model Senior Secondary School. In the final, DAV beat Nankana Sahib Public School, Gill Park.