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Punish guilty, say parents of
bravery awardees
Ludhiana, August 15
The proud visage maintained by Pritam Singh and Surat Singh, fathers of Kala and Jassa, heroes of the electrocution tragedy in Sidhwan Canal, gave way to tears as both of them were escorted to the dais to receive the bravery awards posthumously during the Independence Day function held here today.

Parents of deceased Kala and Jassa who received bravery awards of their sons at the Independence Day function in Ludhiana on Monday. — Photo by Sayeed Ahmed

Meter check: PSEB summons residents after 6 months
Ludhiana, August 15
Residents here are getting summons to appear in the office to check their electric meters which had been removed from their houses six months ago.

Dogra spurns MC water
Ludhiana, August 15
The Health Minister of Punjab, Mr Ramesh Chander Dogra, does not think the drinking water consumed by lakhs of residents of the city is fit for him! This was evident at the Independence Day function, where he was drinking bottled water while all other VIP guests were being offered ordinary water.

‘Stop vindictive postings’ 
Ludhiana, August 15
The Punjab Ministerial Services Union, while taking a strong exception to the ‘‘vindictive’’ transfers of union activists in the state food and supplies department, has asked the government to cancel the new posting orders.

No cases against quacks yet
Ludhiana, August 15
The Health Department had drawn a list of 22 quacks from Pakhowal block in the district which was forwarded to the police. But the police has not registered cases to curb the unlawful medical practice which is a cognisable offence under Section 16-A of the Indian Medical Council Act.

Scare of hike in petro rates Ludhiana, August 15 The Petroleum Minister’s statement that hike in fuel prices is inevitable has left residents a worried lot. If effected, it would be the third time that the UPA government will announce a hike in petroleum and diesel prices. Panic-stricken residents at a petrol station in Ludhiana. — A Tribune photograph

Probe Punjab terrorism, says Shiv Sena
Ludhiana, August 15
The Shiv Sena (Hindustan) has called for a high-level probe into the killing of thousands of innocent persons in Punjab during more than a decade of militancy in this border state.

Jagdish among 7 honoured
Mandi Ahmedgarh, August 15
The Independence Day was celebrated here today with enthusiasm. Several official functions were organised in the town on the occasion. The main function was organised at the local M G M N Senior Secondary School.

Passing Thru

COMMUNITY

1500 old-age pensioners given cheques

Ludhiana, August 15 On the occasion of 58th Independence Day the Health and Family Welfare Minister, Punjab, Mr Ramesh Chander Dogra, presented cheques of old-age pension to 1500 beneficiaries, 20 tricycles to the handicapped persons and 30 sewing machines to the needy women. He also presented appreciation certificates to 23 students who topped various examinations and 10 sports persons for excellent achievements. A physically challenged woman being helped on the dais of Independence Day function in Ludhiana on Monday. — A Tribune photograph

SBI staff told to give their best Ludhiana, August 15 Employees of the State Bank of India (SBI) celebrated Independence Day at the bank’s zonal office in Civil Lines here today. The employees, along with their families, participated in the celebrations. Mr R. Karthikeyan (third from right), DGM, State Bank of India, unfurls the National Flag to mark the Independence Day in Ludhiana on Monday. — A Tribune photograph

Mentally challenged given gifts Ludhiana, August 15 The Rotary Club and the Inner Wheel Club celebrated Independence Day with mentally challenged children of Nirdosh. Office-bearers of the both the clubs distributed gifts among children. Dr Jaswant Singh, Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, unfurls the National Flag at a function of the Krishan Nagar Welfare Society in Ludhiana.— Photo by Inderjit Verma

Martyrs remembered
Mandi Gobindgarh, August 15
The official function of Amloh subdivision on Independence Day was celebrated at Grain Market here today. Mr Sandeep Hans, SDM, Amloh, unfurled the National Flag and took the salute. Scouts and Guides from Naraingarh and Amloh girls school were present.

Independence Day celebrated
Machhiwara, August 15
Independence Day was celebrated in this historical town today. Mr Anil Sood, president, Nagar Council, hoisted the Tricolour in the premises of local Nagar Panchayat and took salute from the police personnel.

At the Crossroads
Musings on Independence Day
At monthly meetings, when I meet my old colleagues, who are now in their sixties, seventies and even eighties, I feel elated to be with them for sometime. They are not ordinary persons but of high calibre and superior understanding.

Liquor prices soar
Ludhiana, August 15
With all liquor vends remaining closed on account of Independence Day in the city today, those hunting for liquor on the sly were dishing out more money to get the same.

Designing an independent future
Ludhiana, August 15
The city is fast emerging as an ideal place for budding designers to show their talent and settle themselves well in the profession. Many passout students have comeup with their own designer studios and are getting a good response. For them, working for somebody else would be a wastage of their talent and creativity.

Schooled in patriotism
Ludhiana, August 15
Independence Day was celebrated at BCM Arya Model Senior Secondary School, Shastri Nagar, Ludhiana. A colourful show was organised.

Students of BCM Arya Model Senior Secondary School, Shastri Nagar, participate in an Independence Day parade in Ludhiana. — A Tribune photograph

Students of Saraswati Modern School present a cultural item in Ludhiana on Monday. — A Tribune photograph

300 volunteers participate in NSS camp
Ludhiana, August 15
Independence Day was celebrated at Master Tara Singh Memorial College for Women. Mr Jaswant Singh, Joint Commissioner, municipal corporation, unfurled the National Flag.

Get rid of scars
Ludhiana, August 15
Those with a disfigured skin due to acne or other scars need not be sorry for themselves. An innovative and safe skin resurfacing technique — microdermabrasion — brings new hope for them.

SPORTS

Cycling ‘suitable’ sport for overweight
Ludhiana, August 15
Tejinder Singh, a cyclist who represented Punjab in the national cycling meets during the last decade and had earned a name by winning a couple of medals, has taken up the task of attracting youngsters to the game of cycling.                                                       Tejinder Singh