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Unauthorised Colonies
GLADA turns the heat on unplanned growth
 Ludhiana, November 1
Given the mushrooming growth of unauthorised colonies in the mega city even though the master plan has been notified, the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority
(GLADA) has launched an action plan to curb unregulated development in the area that falls within the master plan.
A warning signboard put up by GLADA at an unauthorised colony in Ludhiana. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
Badal’s 131 visits to the city...results awaited
SAD leaders say easy access; Oppn terms it wastage of
Ludhiana, November 1
Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has visited the city 131 times since took over the reins of power. Though the party workers feel that it was the concern shown by the CM to be accessible to the common man, the Opposition terms his repeated visits a sheer wastage of time and government resources.
City Concerns
The country seems to be going through tough times with natives of different states asking for the ouster of people belonging to other region. The assault on Bihari students appearing for the railways examination in Mumbai, followed by violent outburst on the streets in Bihar, has shown us an ugly side of the growing regionalism.
Complaint to CM has mayor fuming
Cancels contract for maintenance of park
Ludhiana, November 1
A complaint to the Chief Minister against non-payment of maintenance cost for the upkeep of a park during the sangat darshan proved dear to the residents of Tagore Nagar as the city mayor, out to “frustration”, cancelled the contract of the park.
MC's hot-mix plant to be renovated soon
Ludhiana, November 1
The hot-mix plant of the municipal corporation, which had become a source of criticism for the civic body, is going to be renovated soon with a sum of Rs 1.5
crore. According to information, the Finance and Contracts Committee (F&CC) had already passed the amount during its meeting in September, but due to sangat darshans and festivals in October, there had been a delay.
The municipal corporation’s hot-mix plant on the Hambran road in Ludhiana. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
TEENAGER’s MURDER
Parents accuse police of inaction
 Raikot, November 1
The parents of 16-year-old Kulwinder Singh, a class XI student, whose body was found in a drain in Sehbajpura village on October 19, has accused the police of inaction.
Father of the deceased Karam Singh, along with some villagers, met Raikot DSP Narinderpal Singh Ruby to know the status of the police investigations into the alleged murder of his son.
Kulwinder Singh
Dengue cases cross 1,800
Ludhiana, November 1
The number of dengue cases has exceeded the 1,800 mark, thereby taking maximum number of people from Ludhiana and its peripheries in its grip. However, following the decrease in number of patients in past one week, the district health authorities have formally declared “end of epidemic”.
Ex-CJ calls to save rivers
Ludhiana, November 1
“Rivers in the state are worst polluted. Excessive use of water in early paddy sowing has resulted in lowering of water level in the state,” said the former Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Vijender Jain. He was addressing the members of the Asia Pacific Jurists’ Association (APJA), Ludhaina, here today.
HIV/AIDS awareness on track
Red Ribbon Express to arrive in city on Nov 11
Ludhiana, November 1
To create awareness among the masses about HIV/AIDS, a special train Red Ribbon Express, a unique venture of the National Aids Control Organisation
(NACO) and the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, in collaboration with the Indian Railways, will reach Ludhiana on November 11.
A team of the health department officials from different states and NGOs, predominantly trained for the motivational campaign, are on board to create awareness amongst the masses, especially the rural folks.
Non-teaching staff resent PAU authorities’ statements
Ludhiana, November 1
The standoff between authorities of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and the Non-Teaching Employees’ Union is refusing to die down, at least for the time being. Reacting sharply against the statement issued by the authorities yesterday, the non-teaching employees, today, termed the press release issued by authorities "totally vague".
Teachers still without stations
Ludhiana, November 1
Contrary to the claims of Punjab education department, a number of teachers, who have been issued appointment letters, have not been adjusted against the assigned stations. They are running from pillar to post to get their station of posting.
Extension counter upgraded to branch
Mullanpur Dakha, November 1
The extension counter of the Indian Overseas Bank at Guru Nanak Girls College got upgraded to a full fledge branch of the bank. The upgradation ceremony was presided over by general manager T. Venket Reddy and regional manager V.K. Gupta of the bank.
Cane-charge on teachers condemned
Mullanpur Dakha, November 1
Ludhiana unit of the Democratic Employees Front, Punjab, in its meeting today condemned the cane charge on the computer and the government aided-school teachers.
BSNL employees celebrate new promotional policy
Ludhiana, November 1
Members of the BSNL Employees' Union held a demonstration in front of the offices of the general managers all over Punjab to celebrate the victory of settlement of promotional policy of the BSNL non-executive staff.
Marriage of seven girls solemnised
Raikot, November 1
In a gesture towards humanity, Baba Bharpoor Singh today solemnised marriage of seven girls belonging to poor families of the area. Baba Bharpoor Singh is the head of Sant Old Age Home at Burmi village near
Raikot.
Blowing their ‘sins’ away with music
Pipe band of jail inmates to perform at a wedding ceremony today
Ludhiana, November 1
The pipe band of the Bostal jail inmates will perform at a wedding ceremony in he city for the first time tomorrow.
Inmates of Borstal jail, who are members of the pipe band. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
Beaded jewellery a hit with youngsters
Ludhiana, November 1
The panorama of beaded jewellery was never so gripping. The striking and aesthetic appeal of colourful beads can leave anyone captivated. Whether one's style is classic, simple, wild or funky, beaded jewellery bring out the best in everyone.
A shopkeeper prepares jewellery from beads. Photo: Rajesh Bhambi
Bond with the local brand
Ludhiana, November 1
While fusion is the preferred choice of would-be brides in the city, it is the quest for brands that marks the auspicious occasion of weddings here. Almost all reputed garment showrooms in the city cater to every section of society with choicest hi-fashion outfits. They leave no stone unturned to help deck up the brides in their wedding extravaganza.
Customers at Riwaz outlet in Ludhiana. Photo: Rajesh Bhambi
4 nabbed by police in cases of thefts, burglary
Ludhiana, November 1
The PO wing arrested four accused absconding in various cases of thefts and burglary from Shimlapuri here today.
The accused Harjit Singh, Balwant Singh, Gagan Deep Singh and Pardeep Sing were turned as proclaimed offenders by the court after they failed to appear in the court for hearing.
Four proclaimed offenders nabbed by the police in Ludhiana on Saturday. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
Murder accused nabbed by police
 Ludhiana, November 1
Vivek Kumar, accused in the alleged murder of his beloved, was today nabbed by Haibowal police. The accused was absconding since October 24, soon after the gruesome killing of his beloved, Mona Sharma at her Atam Nagar residence near Jassian road.
Accused Vivek Kumar in police custody. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
BCM players return with gold medals
Ludhiana, November 1
Students of BCM Arya Model Senior Secondary School, Model Town, here gave a stupendous performance in the 54th edition of the Punjab School Games in taekwondo held at Bathinda recently.
Students of BCM Arya Model Senior Secondary School pose with their teachers after winning four gold medals in Punjab School Games in Taekwondo. A Tribune photograph
Faridkot lads register victories
 Ludhiana, November 1
Faridkot lads scripted victories in the under-14 and under-16 sections in the ongoing Punjab State Inter-District Hockey League for Boys being organised by the Punjab sports department at the Prithipal Singh Memorial AstroTurf Stadium of the Punjab Agricultural University campus here today. In the u-14 section, Faridkot players after trailing by two goals, bounced back to outplay Sangrur 5-2 in a group A encounter.
Players in action in the ongoing Punjab State Inter-District Hockey League for boys in Ludhiana on Saturday.
A Tribune photograph.
8 teams to participate in Grewal hockey tourney
Ludhiana, November 1
Eight top women hockey outfits of the country will be vying for top honours in the XIIth All-India Mohinder Partap Singh Grewal Memorial Hockey Tournament scheduled to be held here at Prithipal Singh Memorial AstroTurf Stadium of the Punjab Agricultural University from November 27 to December 1.
GTB boys shine in boxing championship
Mullanpur Dakha, November 1
Giving a marvellous performance, Guru Teg Bahadur National College,
Dakha, won a silver and two bronze medals in the Punjab University Inter-College Boxing Championship held at
Chandigarh. Harvinder Singh won silver medal in middle weight category, while Khusdeepak Kumar and Gurinderjit Singh won silver medals in super-heavy weight category.
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