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29 Jul

Contraband Recovered During Surprise Check at Ludhiana Central Jail; Two Inmates Booked

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A surprise inspection at Ludhiana Central Jail resulted in the seizure of multiple prohibited items, including mobile phones, SIM cards and batteries, leading to the registration of a case against two inmates and an unidentified individual. The recovery was made during a routine anti-contraband search conducted by jail authorities on July 27. Officials said the operation was aimed at curbing the use of unauthorized items inside the prison. During the search, prison staff allegedly recovered a SNEXIAN keypad mobile phone, along with a battery and SIM card, from inmate Gurpreet Singh. Another inmate, Rohit Kumar, was also…

28 Jul

Ludhiana Gurdwara Altercation Turns Fatal; Nihang Singh Dies After Alleged Kirpan Attack

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A violent altercation during a religious event at a Gurdwara in Punjab's Ludhiana district claimed the life of a Nihang Singh late Sunday night, prompting police to register a murder case and launch a search for the accused. The incident took place at Baharla Gurdwara Sahib in Paddi village under the Dehlon police station limits, where devotees had gathered to observe Miri-Piri Diwas. The victim, identified as Sonu, allegedly suffered a fatal neck injury after being attacked with a kirpan. The accused, Sohan Singh, is reported to be a resident of Fatehabad, Haryana. According to the complaint…

27 Jul

Punjab Emerges as Top State in School Education, Announces CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Ludhiana, NEET JEE, NITI Aayog, public schools, Punjab education, school reforms, Vardhman Group

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday said that his government’s sustained focus on strengthening government schools, modernising educational infrastructure and investing in teacher training has transformed the state into the country’s top performer in school education. Inaugurating the ₹5 crore Vardhman Block at Government Primary School, Lohara, the Chief Minister said that the remarkable success of government school students in competitive examinations such as NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test), JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) and the Punjab State Talent Search Examination (PSTSE) reflects the far-reaching impact of the government’s education reforms and reaffirmed that education…

15 Jul

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Joins Track Clean-Up at Ludhiana Station, Calls for Public Participation

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): In an effort to reinforce the message of public cleanliness, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu surprised commuters and railway staff by personally participating in a sanitation drive at Ludhiana Railway Station on Monday morning. Rather than simply inspecting the station, the minister rolled up his sleeves, wore protective gloves and began clearing waste from the railway tracks himself. Walking along the tracks with a garbage bag in hand, Bittu removed plastic waste, food wrappers, fruit remains and other discarded items lying between the rail lines. His active involvement attracted the attention of passengers, many of whom stopped…

13 Jul

Meri Rasoi Ration Kit Distribution Crosses 27 Lakh Mark in Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh) — The Punjab Government's flagship nutritional security initiative, "Meri Rasoi," has achieved a major milestone, distributing over 27.18 lakh ration kits to vulnerable households across the state. Directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the ongoing drive is operating on a mission mode to fulfill its ultimate target of covering 40.48 lakh eligible families every quarter. The ration kits, assembled by Markfed and distributed under the oversight of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, are designed to supplement staple grains provided under the National…

02 Jul

Ludhiana Administration Swings into Action as Monsoon Rains Begin; Mayor Conducts Late-Night Inspection of Drainage Network

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): The arrival of the southwest monsoon in Ludhiana prompted an immediate response from the civic administration, with Mayor Inderjit Kaur carrying out surprise inspections of key pumping stations shortly after heavy rain lashed the city in the early hours of Thursday. With showers beginning around 1 am, concerns over waterlogging emerged across several parts of the city. Barely an hour later, the Mayor visited multiple drainage facilities to assess their preparedness and ensure uninterrupted functioning of the city's water disposal system. The inspection commenced at the Tibba Road pumping station, where officials briefed the Mayor on the…

01 Jul

Doctors Take Shelter as Violence Breaks Out at Ludhiana Civil Hospital; Police Launch Hunt for Accused

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana: A routine night at Ludhiana Civil Hospital's emergency department descended into chaos after a group of youths allegedly assaulted doctors, damaged hospital property and clashed with police personnel, leaving patients and medical staff shaken. The disturbance reportedly began when three young men arrived at the emergency ward seeking medical attention. Hospital sources said a disagreement soon developed between the visitors and the doctors on duty, which quickly escalated into a violent confrontation. As tempers flared, the youths allegedly abused the doctors and attempted to physically attack them. Fearing for their safety, the medical officers locked themselves inside a room…

14 Jun

Vaishno Devi Trip Ends in Fatal Road Mishap in Ludhiana; Teen Loses Life, Three Friends Hospitalised

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A joyful pilgrimage turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when a group of friends returning from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi met with a serious road accident near Salem Tabri in Ludhiana early Sunday morning, leaving one teenager dead and three others injured. The mishap took place around 6:15 am outside the Salem Tabri police station after a Toyota car reportedly collided with an e-rickshaw carrying the youngsters from the railway station towards Jassian. The victim, identified as 17-year-old Navjot Singh, was the only son of a local transporter and was known to work part-time alongside his studies. Despite…

01 Jun

Father, Son Die After Suspected Gas Leak at Ludhiana Factory; Several Workers Hospitalised

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped an industrial unit in Ludhiana after a suspected toxic gas leak at a spanner-manufacturing factory claimed the lives of a father and son and left several workers affected. The incident occurred during the night shift when employees were carrying out routine work inside the factory premises. According to eyewitnesses, gas allegedly began leaking from a pipeline or cylinder and quickly spread across the facility. The fumes reportedly engulfed the work area within minutes, leaving workers struggling to breathe. Several employees collapsed on the spot, while others suffered severe irritation and breathing difficulties. The deceased have…

25 May

Security Tightened in Ludhiana After Bomb Threat Email Mentions Mayor’s Office and Diljit Dosanjh

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Authorities in Ludhiana were placed on alert Monday after a threatening email warning of bomb attacks at key locations in the city was received by senior civic officials. The message reportedly mentioned the Ludhiana Mayor’s office as well as the residence of Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh. Sources in the administration said the email was delivered early in the morning to multiple official government accounts, including that of the Municipal Commissioner. The communication allegedly outlined specific timings for the attacks and carried strong warnings against anyone supporting the singer. Officials revealed that the message threatened an explosion at…