NEIGHBOURHOOD

Sirhind Fatehgarh Sahib
Rs 100-cr sanctioned for development
Surinder Bhardwaj

Dera Bassi, July 1
The discharge of polluted water by certain industrial units in the Industrial Area has become a nuisance for residents here. The water gets accumulated on roads and results in waterlogging.

"Stink emanating from the water has worsened the situation. Residents are fearing an outbreak of water-borne diseases," said PC Aggarwal, a local resident, while pointing towards a pool of dirty water at Focal Point here.

Aggarwal claimed that he had made several complaints to the authorities, but nobody bothered to visit the area.

Another industrialist said the sewerage line was blocked. "As the sewerage system remains choked most of the time, water has started flowing onto the roads," said the industrialist.

Ambala, July 1
A middle aged woman was run over by a truck on Aggarsain overbridge in Ambala City this afternoon. The woman died on the spot and could not be identified. She was on foot when a truck ran over her. The truck driver managed to flee.

The police has sent the body to the Civil Hospital for an autopsy.

A case has been registered against the driver.

In another incident, a body of an elderly person was found in a canal near Naniola village this morning. The body could not be identified. The body has been sent to the hospital. Meanwhile, another body of an elderly woman was found on the GT road near Kalka Chowk this morning.

Dera Bassi, July 1
NK Sharma, Chief Parliamentary Secretary, Government of Punjab, and Ravinder Singh, chairman, Punjab Pollution Control Board, today launched a "Green Punjab" drive by planting saplings at Focal Point here.

NK Sharma said Punjab Chief Minister had envisaged special schemes for the growth of industries in the state, including the single-window clearance system.

Ravinder Singh said for the benefit of the industry, the board had deputed an assistant environmental engineer in each regional office as a scrutiny officer on all working days to receive applications from industries.

He added that the board had also started an "Online Consent Management System" so that the industrialists could apply online.

He appealed to the industrialists to operate their effluent/air pollution control devices to save the environment and rivers from pollution. Dr Babu Ram, secretary, Punjab Pollution Control Board, urged the industrialists not to discharge any effluent into rivers and nullahs.

Samarjit Goyal, senior environmental engineer, said more than 2 lakh saplings would be planted by various industries/institutions this rainy season. Among others present on the occasion included Aswani Kumar Soni, president , Focal Point Industrial Association, Dera Bassi, Surinder Garg, President Industrial Association, Dera Bassi, and others. 

BANUR, July 1 
A woman was killed while her husband and mother-in-law sustained injuries when a car hit their scooter near Banur on Saturday. 

The deceased was identified as Rani, a resident of Tirwa, Patiala, while the injured, Faqir Chand and Savitri were rushed to GMCH, Chandigar. The police has registered a case against the car driver, Sunil Singh, a resident of Jammu. — OC

Kalka, July 1
The Community Health Centre here is reeling under an acute shortage of doctors. Patients coming from far-off places are facing a lot of inconvenience due to the crunch.

They alleged that only one doctor catered to 500 to 600 patients at the OPD everyday. Sources said two doctors had already been transferred. There were no surgeons in the centre.

They added that orthopaedics surgeon was transferred two years ago while another surgeon was transferred six months ago.

There is an eye specialist in the health centre, but he is on deputation. It seems that the authorities have turned a blind eye to the problem. The plight of patients has failed to move them.

Despite the fact that the casualty building was constructed years ago, there is no casualty ward. The hospital has an outdated X-ray machine and needs an updated digital X-ray machine.

It does not have a mortuary van, as a result, families of the deceased, have to hire private cabs at their own. The patients have urged the higher authorities to provide ultrasound facility in the health centre.

Chandigarh, July 1
A 40-year-old woman was robbed of her jewelry after allegedly being intoxicated at the Government Multi Speciality Hospital in Sector 16. The woman, Sarla Devi, a resident of Daddu Majra, had come to the hospital for the delivery of her daughter-in-law when she was allegedly drugged and robbed.

The incident occurred on June 27 and the case was registered only today after the woman regained consciousness and the police recorded her statements.

In her statements to the police, Sarla Devi, said that she was sitting outside the gynaecology ward where her daughter-in-law was admitted, when a woman began talking to her. The woman then offered her a glass of juice. After drinking the juice Sarla Devi fell unconscious and was then admitted to the same hospital. She regained consciousness today and narrated the incident to the police. She reported that the woman stole a pair of gold earrings she was wearing.

Inspector Ram Gopal, SHO, Sector 17 police station, said they had scrutinised the CCTV footage of the hospital for further clues and had sent the blood samples of the woman to the CFSL to examine the nature of the substance that was added in the juice. “Nothing is visible in the CCTV footage as narrated by the complainant. We are investigating,” he said.

A case under Section 328 (causing hurt by poison) and Section 379 of the IPC had been registered.

Chandigar, July 1
Two persons were booked under IT Act for sending objectionalable mails. In the first case, a woman resident of Chandigarh alleged that Mohit, whom she did not know, threatened her on the mobile phone and also passed comments via email. The police has registered a case under Sections 506 and 509 of the IPC and 66A of the IT Act 2000 at the Sector 34 police station.

In another case, P K Khurana of Quick Relations of Sector 38, alleged that Varinder Kumar Arora, who was unknown to him, misguided his clients through derogatory emails. The police has registered a case under Section 66A of the IT Act 2000 at the Sector 39 police station.

Panchkula, July 1
Thieves once again struck at a house in Sector 16 yesterday and decamped with gold jewellery worth several lakhs.

The incident came to light after the owner of the house, Mukesh Goel, returned to the house at 3 am and found the locks broken. He immediately informed the police which initiated the proceedings. Mukesh had to spend the night in a park of the locality.

As per information, Goel along with his parents, wife and two sons, had gone to Karnal to attend a wedding function.

The police suspects that the thieves were in the house from 12 noon till 4 pm and decamped with about 180 to 200 gm of gold, including two bangles, three chains, besides silver items weighing more than 2 kg.

They also stole a camera, mobile phone and other valuables.

Chandigarh, July 1
Two incidents of thefts were reported across the city today. A resident of Pushpak Society in Sector 49, reported that thieves had stolen one gold set, two gold bangles, one pair gold tops, one pair silver pajeb, one watch, one kitty set, one silver set, one gold coin and cash Rs 47,000 from his residence in between June 27 and 30. The police has registered a case under Sections 380 and 454 of the IPC at the Sector 34 police station.

Meanwhile, Suresh Kakkar, resident of Sector 37-C, reported that someone had stolen his Maruti car number CH-03F-3712 from the parking lot of Punjab and Sind Bank, Sector17, on June 27. The police has registered a case under Section 379 of the IPC at the Sector 17 police station.

Chandigarh, July 1
The UT police today registered two separate incidents of cheating here. Lakhinder Singh and Parminder Beer Singh, both residents of Sector 4, alleged that Dr Major Singh of Sector 68, Mohali, entered into an agreement with them on November 4 last year for the purchase of a piece of land. They alleged further that he produced fake signed documents of complainants in back date (that is November 3) last year and sold land to another person.

A case under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471 and120B of the IPC has been registered at the Sector 3 police station.

In a separate case, Gurpreet Singh, who is working at SCO number 166, second floor, Sector 37-C, alleged that Nirmal Singh, resident of Hallo Majra, had taken Rs 4 lakh cash from him for getting him a plot at Hallo Majra. The complainant alleged that Nirmal Singh neither provided the plot nor returned his money. The police has registered a case under Section 420, 120-B of the IPC. — TNS

Chandigarh, July 1
In the finals of the Satluj Summer Cup League Cricket Tournament for boys (U-13), the host team of Satluj Public School Sector 4 defeated Bharti Vij Cricket Academy, Sector 28, in Chandigarh today.

The wining team won the title after registering a 5 wicket win over the rivals. Batting first, the Bharti Vij academy posted a total of 161 runs in the allotted slot of 25 overs. Sahil (55) and Ashish (36) were the main contributors in team’s total. For bowling side, Vaibhav was the highest wicket taker after claiming 2 for 12.

In reply, the host team achieved the target in the 24th over of the match. Prabhjeet Singh guided the team to victory with his 45 runs contribution. Shashwat Sharma (36) and Shravan Sharma (35) were the main contributors in team’s total. Bowler Prabhjit claimed 2 for 24.

For giving the best performance, Prabhjeet Singh bagged the Man of the Match title while Ankur of Bharti Vij Academy was adjudged as the best bowler. Shivam bagged the best fielder crown while Shravan Sharma was declared as the best wicket keeper and batsman.

Brief scores

Bharti Vij Cricket Academy-161 for 5 in 25 overs (Sahil 55, Ashish 36, Ishant 19, Vaibhav 2 for 12). aSatluj Cricket Academy-164 for 5 in 24 overs(Prabhjeet Singh 45, Shashwat Sharma 36, Shravan Sharma 35 not out, Prabhjit 2 for 24, Ankur 1for 14).

Chandigarh, July 1
Fighting against all odds and making his grandfather’s dream true, ace cricketer Gundash Veer Singh is eyeing on achieving more laurels in the world of Gentle Men’s Game-cricket.

Gundash Veer Singh, a former student of Government Model Senior Secondary school at Sector 19, represents the Haryana state and has added many feathers to his cap.

He was adjudged as the best performer for Haryana during the last Cooch Behar trophy, where he scored two brilliant debutant centuries.

“My grandfather is a real inspiration. The last Cooch- Behar trophy was among the greatest tourneys I have ever played. I have scored two centuries, including 100 runs and 106 runs innings. At present, I am undergoing practice sessions to polish my skills and looking forward to perform my best in the upcoming major tournaments,” said Gundash. “I have just completed my school and now entering a new world. I will be facing some tough opponents and competition in the world of cricket,” he added.

The cricketer also represented the Haryana state in the last Ranji season. “Although our team failed to perform well but I hope this session we will manage to prove our mettle. The infrastructure is good and hopefully the team will make full use of it,” he said.

His grandfather, Surinder Singh Baiji, general-secretary of Chandigarh Cricket Association, also expects that him to achieve the blue cap one day. “He is watching the game since his childhood. He is among the best player of the family and now this is the right age when he can bring laurels for us and the state. I suggest him to work hard. Hopefully he will get the best,” said Baiji.

Mohali, July 1
In the ongoing Junior Cricket Tournament for boys (U-12), the cricket team of Chandigarh Baptist defeated Mohali (blue) by 12 runs, here today.

After elected to bat first, the wining side in their allotted slot scored 165 runs for 7 with Aayush Sikka (62 off 46) and Anshul (25 off 23) contributing the lion’s share. Ritik Shukla was the other main contributor after scoring 14 runs off 15. For bowling side, Afram and Gagan grabbed two wickets each.

In reply, the opposition team managed to score only 153 runs for 5 the 25 overs. Ishu (57 off 52) and Arbaz (23 off 26) were the principal scorers for the team while bowler Ritik Shukla and Satyam claimed two wickets each.

In another match, Mohali Tigers won defeated Mohali (red) by 103 runs. Batting first, the Tigers’ scored 190 runs for 3 with Harshdeep (75 off 56) and Aarayman (34 off 32) contributing the lion’s share.

For bowling side, Nehal was the only successful bowler after claming 2 for 35.

In reply, the loosing side bundled out on a mere total of 87 runs.

For bowling side, Tanvir claimed 4 for 12 while Harshi grabbed 2 for 22 whereas for batting side, Nehal(17) and Gavin Khan(13) were the only main scorers.

Patiala, July 1
Achievers Club defeated Phoenix Club by 53 runs in the Patiala Hot-Weather T-20 Open Cricket Tournament played at Black Elephant Ground today. Winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Achievers scored 171 for 5 in 20 over match which was highest total of the tournament.

Kanwar 57, Aman 26, Rinku Mandora 27 not out and Gaggan Garry 24 were the main scorers from Achievers’ side.

On bowling side, Balaji took 4 wickets for 38 runs and was the main wicket taker of the team.

Chasing the huge target, Phoenix batsman lost wickets quickly and ultimately managed to score just 118 runs for 7 in 20 overs. Pradhan 33, Balaji 31 and Pandey 29 were the main scorers from Phoenix side. Brief score

Achievers Club: 171 for 5 in 20 overs (Kanwar 57, Aman 26, Rinku Mandora 27 Not out, Gaggan Garry 24, bowler Balaji took 4 for 38, Dixit 1 for 24 )

Phoenix Club: 118 for 7 in 20 overs (Balaji 31, Pradhan 33 and Pandey 29) (Vishavdeep 2 for 24, Aman 3 for 18, Rinku 2 for 13)

Achievers’ Club and Black Elephant Club qualified for the final though one match is left which will be played between Phoenix Club and Black Elephant Club. Phoenix Club has lost all the three matches.