Ludhiana

Project features a five-day capacity-building workshop

Kin, residents hold protest, eight others yet to be arrested

Little space left for other vehicles

In winter it becomes more dangerous due to fog

Mahinder Singh, a 75-year-old security guard, was killed when a speeding canter hit his scooter near Jalandhar road. The canter driver fled, but the vehicle was later seized. Police are investigating and pursuing the driver.

Canal-based Water Supply Project

Municipal Corporation (MC) confiscated 5 kg of banned plastic and seven cartons of single-use plastic items. Sealing notices were served to 13 meat shops for illegal slaughtering. Challans were issued to shopkeepers. The MC plans to continue these enforcement drives.

Trade unions, bank, LIC employees, anganwadi workers hold protests

Dehlon cops may face music for not informing seniors about repeated visits by victim

When asked, bike-borne suspects said they were throwing rotten mangoes and fled scene

Accosted by people, the duo flee, leaving behind the bike

Doraha police arrested Bhairo Ram on Rampur road, seizing 1 kg of opium. Ram, from Sikar, Rajasthan, attempted to evade a police checkpoint. A case was filed under the NDPS Act, and he is under police remand for interrogation.

A 21-year-old man, Prince Kumar, was found dead near Katana Sahib after going missing on Saturday. He reportedly jumped into the Sirhind canal. Police have initiated an investigation, but the reason for his suicide is unknown. He was an orphan living with his grandparents.

Doraha police arrested Simranjeet Singh and Arvinder Singh, seizing a pistol and cartridges. They were apprehended while traveling from Delhi to Ludhiana, suspected of planning to use the weapon. Cases under the Arms Act were registered, police remand was obtained, and further recoveries are possible. Both suspects have prior criminal records.

Awareness drive under project launched to curb child begging, promote rehab

To protest against land pooling scheme on Aug 24

Industrialists to invest Rs 15,000 cr in Madhya Pradesh over 5 years

A man and his father in Khanna were arrested for allegedly causing the dowry death of Raman Kaur. She was found hanged after her parents were informed of her 'infection.' The suspects, married to Raman Kaur five months prior, allegedly harassed her for dowry, including a motorcycle, leading to the death.

It has been operating without a dedicated expert for nearly a year

230 boys attended selection trials for the 2025-26 session in 15 sports at Panjab University-affiliated colleges. Football saw the most participants (91). No one showed up for archery, kho-kho, and badminton. Selected players receive sports kits and diet allowances, with residential players getting more. Girls' trials were the next day.

The city police will designate eight more roads as 'no-tolerance zones' to curb traffic violations like drunk driving, triple riding, and driving without a license. Section 144 will be imposed, prohibiting encroachments. The police previously enforced this on eight other roads, issuing fines and encroachment notices.

Yatra, which began on July 3, will conclude on August 9

India faces a significant rabies crisis, accounting for 36% of global deaths. Factors include stray dogs, animal bites, and delayed treatment. Government programs address this, but challenges persist in access and surveillance. A One Health approach and community effort are vital to achieve rabies elimination by 2030.

Unsafe drinking water, missing complaint boxes, among key violations

Ludhiana hospitals report a 30-40% rise in skin ailments due to monsoon humidity and stagnant water. Fungal and bacterial infections are common, with ringworm and athlete's foot prevalent. Doctors emphasize hygiene, timely treatment, and avoiding self-medication.