LUDHIANA NEWS - Page 5

"The number from which the message came was traced to Delhi and we had duly informed Delhi Police. (Express Photo by Gurmeet Singh)

“Bomb threat” at Ludhiana hotel: Delhi youth let off on moral grounds, says DCPSubscriber Only

December 29, 2022 06:17 IST

After discussion with Delhi Police, we have decided to let him off. His parents also apologized on his behalf," said Ludhiana DCP Varinder Singh Brar.

Police said that the man who was driving the bike, identified as Daljit Singh (45) of Lalheri village, died at the hospital. (Representationa/File)

Khanna accident: Bike catches fire, explodes after hitting canter truck, man dies

December 29, 2022 06:00 IST

Police also said that the biker was trying to overtake the canter when his two-wheeler hit the rear side of the vehicle.

“He was talking on the way to hospital but became unconscious later,” One of his colleague said.

Faridkot SP dies of cardiac arrest

December 29, 2022 03:55 IST

His colleague said that Kumar was in his office when he complained of uneasiness in his chest.

Farmers arriving in droves, set up district-wise tentsSubscriber Only

December 29, 2022 01:22 IST

“Farmers from these districts will keep replacing each other in rotation so as to continue the 'pakka dharna' till our demands are met,” said Harnek Mehma, president of BKU Dakaunda, Ferozepur district.

It has also been decided to conduct joint field-inspections to look into the possibilities of constructing ROBs (FILE)

Ludhiana MC, railways deliberate to eliminate railway crossings with over-bridges

December 28, 2022 20:59 IST

Railway officials said the project to construct ROB at crossings has already been finalised and the work is expected to begin in the coming months.

All the four zonal commissioners of MC have been ordered to hold the weekly meetings on every Thursday wherein they will hear the grievances of public in their respective zonal offices from 10 am to 2 pm. The meetings will be held from next week. (Representational image)

Ludhiana MC Zonal commissioners to hold weekly grievance redressal meetings every Thursday

December 28, 2022 19:30 IST

All the four zonal commissioners of MC have been ordered to hold the weekly meetings on every Thursday wherein they will hear the grievances of public in their respective zonal offices from 10am to 2pm. The meetings will be held from next week.

Anil Kumar was due to retire from service after three months. (Express photo)

Faridkot SP Anil Kumar dies of cardiac arrest

December 28, 2022 18:19 IST

His colleague said that Kumar was in his office when he complained of uneasiness in the chest.

PU Patiala’s research on farmers’ protest to be published in 2023

December 28, 2022 04:52 IST

PU Patiala vice-chancellor Prof Arvind said that the struggle of farmers and farm labourers at the borders of Delhi gave recognition to Punjab and its farmers at international level.

According to the police, the incident took place around 6 am when four people were on their way from Ludhiana to Jaipur in an SUV for a vacation. (Representation/File)

2 from Ludhiana killed, 2 hurt as car rams truck on KMP in NuhSubscriber Only

December 28, 2022 04:34 IST

“At the time of the incident, the visibility was low due to fog. On the complaint of one of the injured persons, a case has been registered. The canter has been seized. The accused canter driver managed to escape and efforts are on to arrest the driver,” said a police officer.

Man posing as CBI inspector dupes woman of Rs 25 lakh

December 28, 2022 00:46 IST

The accused have been identified as Vipan Kumar of Gurukul Haridwar, Kanti of Indirapuram Ghaziabad, Sunil Kumar of New Delhi and Rupa Rani of Karkardooma, East Delhi.

Mehfuza, a class X student from government school, was made the Patiala deputy commissioner for a day, Tuesday.

Class X student from Patiala govt school made DC, SSP for a day under ‘I Aspire’ programme

December 28, 2022 04:39 IST

Mann during his visit to Government Senior Secondary School, Model Town during Mega Parent Teacher Meeting (PTM), had directed district administration officials to start 'I Aspire Leadership' programme to motivate government schools to aim for IAS/IPS.

Following a hoax bomb threat, the Police force gathers at Hotel Hyatt Regency in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (Express Photo by Gurmeet Singh)

Bomb hoax at Ludhiana’s Hyatt Regency; one detained in Delhi

December 27, 2022 18:46 IST

The police conducted a search operation inside the hotel with the help of the dog squad.

PAU experts advise farmers on how to take care of livestock during winters

December 27, 2022 17:19 IST

“Changing climate scenario is posing challenges for dairy farming and it has become imperative to focus minutely on the management of animals and follow scientific farming practices,” Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, said.

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) (file)

Adopt drip irrigation to conserve water: PAU VC appeals to Punjab farmers

December 27, 2022 16:20 IST

Dr A S Dhatt, Director of Research, advocated the use of drip irrigation for optimal use of water during the spring maize cultivation.

The programme was held under the banner of the Swachh Bharat Mission. (file)

Ludhiana civic body’s zero waste programme urges residents to shun single-use plastics

December 27, 2022 16:05 IST

The programme, held under the banner of the Swachh Bharat Mission, spread awareness about source-segregation of wet and dry waste and composting of wet waste at houses, among other measures.

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2 pvt schools in Patiala directed to refund excess fee; fine of Rs 3 lakh imposed

December 27, 2022 10:05 IST

Harjot Singh Bains said the district-level Fee Regulatory Body of Patiala has directed two private schools in the district to refund the excess fee charged during the academic year 2022-23 to the students.

Under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the JCP has issued orders and imposed a ban on consumption of liquor outside liquor shops, vends, eateries and other public places for two months. (Representational Photo)

Crackdown on public drinking: Ludhiana cops arrest 49, file 25 FIRs on Christmas

December 27, 2022 08:21 IST

The special drive was conducted across the city and the people who were celebrating Christmas while consuming alcohol in the open or in cars on roadsides were arrested under sections of the Excise Act.

Though an FIR was registered against the accused, the police is yet to arrest him. (File photo)

Ludhiana man booked for opening fire at stray dogs, running over them with his car

February 14, 2023 11:31 IST

CCTV footage which showed the man allegedly harassing the stray dogs and opening fire at them.

Karamjit was already lodged in the jail in rape case and was brought on production warrant.

Ex-MLA brother arrested in poll violence case

December 26, 2022 04:37 IST

Karamjit was Saturday produced before court and sent to two-day police custody.

The selection will be on the basis of merit, says the letter. (Representational/File)

Principals’ training in Singapore: Punjab education dept releases criteria for selection

December 26, 2022 04:24 IST

In a letter issued by State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) Sunday, it has been informed that principals can apply for selection on epunjabschool.gov.in using their staff login ID and password and the last date to apply is December 26.

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Moga to host ‘NRI Punjabian Nal Milni’ today

December 26, 2022 01:37 IST

Dhaliwal said that Punjab government was preparing a special policy to resolve all problems related to the social, economic and cultural affairs of NRI Punjabis in a timely manner.

Work in progress at Badbar Wetland project in Barnala. (Express Photo: Raakhi Jagga)

Coming up in Barnala, first man-made wetland of PunjabSubscriber Only

December 24, 2022 17:38 IST

The wetland will have a pond over five acres and plantations in around 25 acres.

Dhaliwal said that during this event, there will be a direct dialogue between the government and the farmers to form a new agricultural policy of the state. (Express Photo)

NRI meet in Ludhiana: Fast track courts for NRIs soon in Punjab, says minister

December 24, 2022 12:23 IST

Presiding over third Punjabi NRIs Naal Milni at Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan in Ludhiana, Punjab NRI Minister Kuldeep Dhaliwal said that the state government was committed to prompt resolution of their grievances by taking the initiative of such meets.

Ludhiana: Two suspected snatchers assaulted naked, thrashed by locals; FIR registered after video goes viralSubscriber Only

December 23, 2022 15:25 IST

Police registered an FIR after several videos of the incident went viral. In the videos, both suspects are seen begging for mercy from the group of local men who thrash and assault them with sticks.

The civic body has been regularly conducting drives against illegal slaughtering and encroachments on roadsides across the city. (Express Photo)

Ludhiana civic body removes illegal fish market near Chand Cinema

December 23, 2022 11:35 IST

Ludhiana Municipal Corporation officials said that unhygienic conditions were prevailing in the area after more than two dozen meat and fish vendors had illegally established a fish market at the site.