Cops help in Muslim man’s burial

Muktsar: Some Sikh policemen of the Muktsar police on Saturday set an example for others to follow by lending a helping hand in the burial of an elderly Muslim man, who passed away after an illness at his residence on the Ferozepur road here. Rajbachan Singh Sandhu, SSP, Muktsar, said, “Due to curfew restrictions, our employees helped the family in the burial. Jabar Din was suffering from an illness for the past few months. Our personnel were daily distributing langar to them and when they came to know about his death, they helped the family in his burial.” TNS

Help real estate sector, govt urged

Chandigarh: The Confederation of Real Estate Developers Association of India (CREDAI) has urged the state government to come up with a revival package for the real estate sector. CREDAI Punjab president Jagjit Singh Majha said real estate was the largest employer after agriculture, supporting 269 industries that could play a major role in reviving the economy. He said the government should waive interest on pending instalments so that real estate should be in a position to give regular salaries to workers. TNS

MLA gives diet packets to players

Chandigarh: Khanna MLA Gurkirat Singh Kotli on Saturday distributed free diet packets among sportspersons on their doorstep in his segment. “My volunteers have launched two helpline numbers. Callers need to give proof that they are sportspersons. Since morning, about 250 packets, comprising six eggs and chicken, have been distributed. The diet will give energy to sportspersons who are unable to practice because of the lockdown,” he said. TNS

Sanitation staff feted with garlands

Sangrur: Residents on Saturday applauded sanitation workers of the local Nagar Council for ensuring cleanliness across the city by showering flowers and offering garlands of currency notes to them amid the Covid pandemic. “The sanitation staff are our real heroes. They have been collecting waste and cleaning streets even in the hour of crisis when all citizens are compelled to stay indoors. I, along with local social workers, honoured them,” said Anil Kicha, chairman of the Sangrur Market Committee. TNS

BBMB earns Rs25 crore profit

Chandigarh: The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has recorded an all-time high transmission system availability of 99.82 per cent during the 2019-20 fiscal, a notch above 99.69 per cent that was achieved during 2018-19. The board has also achieved the highest-ever machine availability of 98.94 per cent during 2019-20 as compared to 97.95 per cent for 2018-19, according to a statement issued here. The BBMB has accrued an additional revenue of Rs25.32 crore during 2019-20. TNS

CAPF men to use ‘Aarogya Setu’ app

Chandigarh: All Central Armed Police Forces personnel have been ordered to download ‘Aarogya Setu’ application on their phones and report compliance to the Ministry of Home Affairs as a part of government’s efforts to contain the spread of Covid-19. Launched a couple of days ago, the app will send automated updates on Covid and alert personnel if they come in contact with any infected person. TNS

2-day ‘public curfew’ in Abohar

Abohar: The city on Saturday wore a deserted look on the first day of 48-hour “public curfew” that was proposed voluntarily by the local Beopar Mandal. Only milk vendors were allowed to reach out to consumers from 7 am to 10 am. Curfew passes were issued to only three NGO volunteers to serve food to the poor in their areas. OC