Jalandhar

Baba Deep Singh Sewa Dal provides monthly rations to over 2,000 people across 95 villages in the region

Flood recovery in Baupur is slow. Damaged infrastructure and disrupted daily life persist, with difficult travel conditions. While essential supplies are available thanks to community support, rebuilding homes, fields, and livelihoods poses a significant challenge, requiring substantial governmental aid for a return to normalcy.

Over 1,000 capsules seized

Second successful climb of 8,000-metre peak for Gursimrann in five months

The Food Safety Department launched a special surveillance campaign due to increased festive food consumption. Samples, including milk, pickle, and paneer, were collected from sweet shops. Inspections target food quality and cleanliness to prevent sale of adulterated goods. Consumers are urged to check labels and report suspicious ingredients.

9 food samples collected for detailed analysis

To remain in effect until November 17

Ramgarhia Engineering College held a blood donation awareness program. Chairperson Manpreet Kaur Bhogal guided the event, coordinated by Principal Naveen Dhillon and staff. Approximately 150 students attended, learning about blood donation eligibility and its effects from Dr. MP Singh's presentation.

Mandeep Kaur's dowry harassment and financial exploitation complaint against her husband, Jaswinder Singh, was confirmed by police. Singh, a Ludhiana resident, faces charges for demanding dowry and misusing funds. The case is now officially registered, and legal proceedings will commence.

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur organized a training for farmers in Moranwali village on paddy residue management to discourage burning. Experts discussed harmful effects, technological solutions, residue utilization, and addressed farmer queries. Farmers committed to not burning residue.

The SPS Bahra Memorial Hospital and S Lakha Singh Bahra Charitable Trust provide affordable healthcare and educational scholarships. They offer low-cost medical services, free treatment to specific groups, and eye care. The trust, run by volunteers, aims to serve the poor and needy through accessible healthcare and education.

10 drug cases registered against occupant

Composer of the world famous “Om Jai Jagdish Hare, Swami Jai Jagdish Hare” religious hymn

GNA University held 'Abhaar 2025,' an Academic Excellence Award Ceremony, recognizing teachers and principals from over 100 Punjab schools (CBSE & PSEB). Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hemant Sharma welcomed attendees, followed by a motivational session. Awards were given for academic and holistic student development.

The marginal farmer's three acres of farmland were ravaged by the recent floods, and their home was damaged, forcing them to seek shelter elsewhere

Kapurthala Health Department, led by Dr. Sanjeev Bhagat, is providing medical aid in flood-affected areas. They're conducting medical camps, distributing free supplies, and running blood donation drives. The department is also fighting diseases like dengue through surveys, fogging, and encouraging hygiene practices.

Charged with misappropriation of wheat stocks

Hired by Hong Kong firm

The draw of lots will be held on Oct 8

10,775 MT crop reported in the district, 9,660 MT already procured

Accused had received Rs 2000 as first instalment

The project to be executed at an estimated cost of Rs 1.19 crore

Surveillance project to streamline traffic, boost security

Children look at Saturn through high-powered telescope

The Government Teachers’ Union, Kapurthala, provided financial aid to flood-affected students and a school cook. Aid ranged from Rs 5,100 to Rs 21,000, with additional contributions from union leaders. The union previously distributed school bags and continues supporting those impacted by the floods.