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Raids on 3 hosiery units
Ludhiana, January 4 Disclosing this Mr D. K. Verma, Assistant Commissioner, Excise and Taxation (District II), said the hosiery units were believed to be sending large consignments of goods through the railways and forwarding receipts through a local courier company. A large number of incriminating documents, including courier receipts, challan books and other records, had been seized. Certain documents taken in custody by the officials were in code form and efforts were being made to decode their contents which was expected to take some time. Mr Verma maintained that the drive against tax evasion would continue relentlessly and non-compliance would be strictly dealt with. While the officials refused to give more details, sources in the department claimed that the hosiery units were believed to be operating through "peti mafia" active at the local railway station for booking railway consignments without proper documents.
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Government acts tough on NOCs to colleges
Ludhiana, January 4 According to sources, almost 60 new B.Ed and physical education colleges had applied for the same but only 22 got clearance till January 2. The sources added that only the “well-linked” managements, who were able to grease the palms of officials in the Higher Education Department got the NOCs this time. Last year, almost 70 new colleges in the state had applied for NOCs and more than 60 colleges were able to get these. “Those who had good political connections or the ones who could pay anything between Rs 3 lakh and Rs 5 lakh, were able to get the NOCs this time,” said one of the officials in the department on condition of anonymity. Eminent educationists in the district had shown concern in the past that the state government was compromising with the quality of education by providing NOCs to almost all new colleges. Some of these colleges run without principals, proper buildings and appropriate staff. A retired Principal of a local college said students would suffer because of commercialisation of education. He said, “Earlier, the Department of Education was considered to be a punishment department as no officer could make any money here. However, now with the coming of private players, the department has become lucrative.” One of the management members of a local college, who was denied the NOC this year, alleged that the government had granted certain specialised courses to such colleges, which were not even recognized by the National Council Of Teacher Education (NCTE). “One such college exists in Patiala district. I fail to understand the government’s criteria of issuing NOCs,” he said. Ludhiana Tribune contacted Mr M.P.Singh, Secretary, Higher Education, in Chandigarh. He said, “Almost 22 have been given the NOCs.” Regarding the allegations, he said those levelling allegations should come on record and, if needed, let there be a probe into the matter.
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Watchman beaten up for stealing garments
Ludhiana, January 4 Shiv Partap (35), the watchman, had to be admitted to the Civil Hospital with injuries on his arms, back and legs. Doctors conducted medical tests on him and sent the report to the police. The injured said he had been working in the factory for the past five years. He alleged that on New Year's Eve, he was beaten up by the owner and three security guards who had been forcing him to confess to having stolen some garments. ‘‘I was beaten up with sticks on my back, legs and arms. In the process my left eye and inner ear were also injured. I cannot see well with my left eye,’’ he said. He added that his brother-in-law's house in Neta Park was also searched by the security guards. Mr G.S. Bains, SHO of the Salim Tabri police station, said he had received complaints from both parties but a case had not been registered yet as investigations were on. The SHO said according to a complaint by the factory owner, expensive garments were going missing for quite some time. Finally, the owner caught Shiv Pratap while he was taking away the garments from the new lot. After catching him, he was questioned and he reportedly admitted to having taken some clothes, which he would sell back home in Kishangarh in Uttar Pradesh. ‘‘He came to see me yesterday and I sent him to hospital. Now I am waiting for the MLR and after going through it, I will act accordingly. I am considering both complaints and if the factory owner has beaten him, he will also be booked for taking the law in his hands,’’ Mr Bains added.
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Man kills wife over property
Ludhiana, January 4 The accused, Gurcharan Singh, an alleged drug addict, killed his wife, Rajbir Kaur, in their house. He targeted her face which had about five deep wounds. Their children — Jatinder (8) and Amrinder (6) were not at home at that time. The police said the parents of the accused had transferred their property worth several lakhs to their daughter-in-law. They had feared that their son would squander the money for buying drugs. The son was infuriated and after the death of his parents, he had been forcing his wife to transfer the land of him. He killed her when she did not agree. The SHO, Mr Sandeep Sharma, said the police was conducing raids to nab the accused.
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Passing Thru
What is your project ‘Mallz’ all about?
It would be one of the biggest malls that would contain several malls. The project entails an investment of Rs 250-300 crore and would be completed by April 2008. The mall would have separate malls for kids, lifestyle, fashion, hospitality, entertainment and leisure. With at least 15 more malls coming up in the next two-three years in the city, how confident are you of the success of your mall? Growing prosperity and improving lifestyles are fuelling demand for lifestyle products, leisure and entertainment activities. We are hopeful of the mall’s success as it would be unique and people would get to see a lot of new things here. Before starting the project, we got a study conducted by a Vancouver based company and the projections are positive. The city has the potential to provide business to a lot of malls, only the project has to be attractive. What are the other features of the mall? Spread over an area of over 2 million sq. ft, it would
have an IMX theatre, beside routine shopping outlets. There would be an ice skating rink too. As it would be located on the outskirts of the town, we would cater to customers from the city and Phagwara, Jalandhar and Amritsar.
— Shveta Pathak
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DMCH takes up project for drug-free society
Ludhiana, January 4 People consuming alcohol, smack, opium and excess of sleeping pills, besides painkillers and tobacco, were educated about the harmful effects of these intoxicants and treatment was provided. According to Dr R.L. Narang, Professor and Head, Department of Psychiatry, the objective of providing these services was to increase public awareness against drug abuse, bring drug abusers in the mainstream of society and make them realise that drug dependence was an illness and not merely a bad habit. He said the procedure for de-addiction required a specialised treatment and healthcare system. Rural population would also benefit through such programmes which would be held on a regular basis. A periodic follow-up regime would be undertaken to monitor progress. 
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Violence hurdle to progress: Sadhavi
Mandi Ahmedgarh, January 4 Addressing students and staff at the Janta College for Women here, the Sadhavi said violence, having genesis in disparity among members of various classes, was a major hurdle to the progress of any nation. Referring to the conclusions arrived at during a conference on economics of non-violence and vision of sustainable world held recently in New Delhi, she said society should not think of uninterrupted multidimensional development until various constituents of its segments worked in a harmonious manner. The same was true at the individual and family levels. She said her preaching would not bring the desired results until the teachings were practised. She urged the listeners to prepare a ground for the proposed visit of Acharya Mahapragya, a follower of Acharya Tulsi, as part of his ahimsa yatra, already in progress in other states. She said the Ahimsa Manch had been constituted following an interaction between Acharyaji and Dr Abdul Kalam, President of India. “When fanatics and violent forces can join hands, why cant peace lovers come together to work for universal tranquility,” she said, quoting the duo. The Sadhavi introduced various service avenues of Tera Panth, including mahila wing and youth wing, through which the mission intends to focus on education on life science, meditation, non-violence and anuvrata. Mr Mangat Rai Jain, president of the college, Ms Chiter Rekha, Managing Director, and Ms Surinder Kaur, Principal, also spoke on the occasion.
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Miss World Panjaban honoured in Australia
Ludhiana, January 4 They had travelled to Australia to attend a Punjabi cultural extravaganza organised by the Tanks Art Centre, Cairns. Hundreds of Punjabis attended the function. Deevah Melandas of the Cairns City Council inaugurated the show on behalf of the government. Jaskaran Jassi and Bindu inaugurated the musical eve by presenting Punjabi folk orchestra with "toombi" and dhol. Ms Pavina and Ms Simran from Melbourne choreographed Punjabi and Hindi songs. Shere Punjab, a Punjabi troupe, presented a group dance. The chief guest, Warren Pit, Minister of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors, presented mementos to Jasmer Singh Dhatt, Kirandeep Jakhar and Ravneet.
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Mrs Ludhiana contest held
Ludhiana, January 4 A bridal round, saree round, suits round and western wear round were held. The question-answer round was held for short-listed candidates. The event was organised by the Bombay Selections and Intime Promoters.
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MC staff celebrate New Year
Ludhiana, January 4 City Mayor Nahar Singh Gill, Commissioner S.K. Sharma, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbhandhak Committee president Avtar Singh, and Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Council chairman Harish Rai Dhandha were special invitees on the occasion. Dal chairman Vijay Danav said MC employees would remain committed to public in the New Year also.
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Programme to focus on women’s issues
Jagraon, January 4 According to Dr Ashok Sharma, secretary-general of the council, said social activists, psychologists, educationists and advocates will deliver informative lectures on a variety of social issues pertaining to women.
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2 held for gambling
Jagraon, January 4 They have been booked under Sections 420 of the IPC and 13-A, 3 and 67 of the Gambling Act. They were reportedly luring people to play lottery.
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Seminar on corporate governance
Ludhiana, January 4 “In the present scenario, companies have a tough time managing quarterly performances, fighting competition, and creating shareholder value. In the changing face of corporate governance, these will be further burdened with accountability of internal controls and risk mitigation within the organisation. We see the need for a comprehensive business process management solution as the only way out. “The vital importance of corporate governance to organisations around the world has been reflected in an explosion of research and writing in the field. Corporate governance acts as a forum for the exchange of information, insights and knowledge based on both theoretical development and practical experience. It is committed to facilitating knowledge, discussion and debate to facilitate the growth of corporate governance theory, to encourage more effective boards and produce better directors, Mr Kamal Wadhera, general secretary, LMA, said.
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CITU to chalk out protest plan
Ludhiana, January 4 Mr Raghunath Singh, general secretary, CITU, said: “Industrialists, particularly those in Ludhiana, are being unjust to workers. We cannot ignore their blatant violations due to which we have decided to intensify our struggle for which we would hold a meeting.” He said apart from discussing the problems being faced by the industrial workers, CITU would also chalk out the programme for a rally. Several CITU leaders from across the state would participate in the meeting.
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