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Harassed by daughter-in-law, 75-yr-old commits suicide
 Ludhiana, August 13
A 75-year-old man, who allegedly consumed poison yesterday, died at the CMCH here today.The deceased has been identified as Tulsidas Thapar, a resident of Fathegarh
Mohalla.According to the police, he was “forced” to commit suicide due to the harassment he had to face at the hand of his daughter-in-law Shashi.
The daughter of the accused woman (inset) cries at the police station in Ludhiana on
Thursday.A Tribune photographA Tribune photograph
Graft: DC sacks 3 employees
Ludhiana, August 13
The Deputy Commissioner, Vikas Garg, has sacked three employees, including a woman, of the Suvidha Centre here on the charges of corruption levelled by a personal assistant to jails minister Hira Singh Gabria.The minister’s PA, HS Gohalwaria, had complained that an agent charged Rs 300 from him and shared the money with a woman employee, allowing him to “jump”the procedure to get an affidavit.
Ward Bypoll
Three left in fray
Ludhiana, August 13
The withdrawal of nominations by five persons today has left only three candidates in the fray for the upcoming bypoll of Ward Number 57, scheduled for August 23.
Cultivating ethics among students
Ludhiana, August 13
Upholding its commitment to social responsibility, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) launched PAU Society for Ethics (PAUSE) here today.
I-Day celebrations at School
Khanna, August 13
Students of Radha Vatika Senior Secondary School celebrated Independence Day, wherein various competitions and programmes were held.
22-year-old succumbs to burns
Ludhiana, August 13
A 22-year-old newly married, who had allegedly set herself ablaze yesterday, succumbed to her
injuries at Civil Hospital here today.
No stopping private tuitions
 Ludhiana, August 13
Private tuitions these days have become necessary for students, particularly those studying in private English medium schools.Though the legislation has provided free and compulsory education to the children between the age group of 6-14, only time will tell regarding its implementation. Even in the past, the government had come out with such directions, but all in vain.
Students come out of a teachers’ house after attending tuition classes in
Ludhiana. Tribune photo: Himanshu Mahajan
Tips on spraying methods
Ludhiana, August 13
A campaign to educate farmers on correct methods of spraying was organised at Bondli village, Samrala, Ludhiana.
I-Day: Roads being recarpeted for deputy CM
Ludhiana, August 13
In the battle between common man and VIPs, once again the latter has won, as roads are being re-carpeted for their visits during the Independence Day celebrations.
8,229 patients examined
Ludhiana, August 13
As many as 8,229 patients were examined at the on going free health check-up camps in civil hospitals, sub-divisional hospitals and primary health centres of Ludhiana district.
Annual meeting of mgmt assn
Ludhiana, August 13
The Ludhiana Management Association (LMA) organised its 31st annual general meeting at Park Plaza here yesterday.
Illegal construction of 20 shops
MC Commissioner’s silence raises eyebrows
 Ludhiana, August 13
Local bodies minister Manoranjan Kalia’s reply to media that “you know better than me” on the construction of 20 shops in the Transport Nagar has left many questions unanswered.When the minister was told that the Area Town Planner had specifically mentioned the names of those
who were pressuring him, he had replied: “You better ask the MC Commissioner”.
The 20 shops constructed illegaly right under the nose of the municipal corporation in Transport Nagar, Ludhiana. A Tribune photograph
Vigilance team visits city
Ludhiana, August 13
The vigilance department of the Punjab local government today visited the municipal corporation’s C and D zones to inquire into complaints received.
Bad Roads
Rights panel seeks vigilance probe
Ludhiana, August 13
The Universal Human Rights Organisation has demanded a vigilance inquiry into the poor shape of roads in the city and action against erring officials and contractors.
Janamashtami spirit grips city
 Ludhiana, August 13
Euphoria for Janamashtami is not just restricted to Mathura — the birth city of Lord Krishna — but pervades the rest of the country.The city is also in the grip of festive spirit. Families are getting ready for the festival and Lord Krishna’s swings are also being prepared.The leading trousseau packers in the city are offering the holy swings in different shapes, sizes and colours to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna.
A woman decorates a swing ahead of Janamashtami celebrations in Ludhiana. Tribune photo: Inderjeet Verma.
Green Land karatekas emerge
champ
Ludhiana, August 13
Hosts Green Land Senior Secondary School, Jalandhar bypass branch, wrapped up as many as 17 out of 24 titles at stake and emerged overall champions in the Ludhiana Inter-School Sahodaya Complex Karate Championship held yesterday.
Chess meet at BVM
Ludhiana, August 13
Over 300 students took part in an inter-class talent hunt chess competition organised at Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Senior
Secondary School, Udham Singh Nagar, branch here yesterday.
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Ludhiana, August 13
