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Youngsters’ kin an embarrassed lot
Ludhiana, September 8
The arrest of their children, who were caught under the Immoral trafficking Act from a hotel, has come as a shock to parents.
Ludhiana-New Delhi Shatabdi to chug daily from today
 Ludhiana, September 8
There is good news for frequent travellers from the city to the national capital as the
Ludhiana-New Delhi Shatabdi train will, from now onwards, run every day of the week as against four days earlier.
A file photo of the Ludhiana-New Delhi Shatabdi Express.
Now, buying of vehicles to come under I-T Dept’s lens
Ludhiana, September 8
Now, purchasing vehicles will also be under the surveillance of the Income Tax Department. The department has directed the Motor Vehicles Department to make permanent account number (PAN) card mandatory for registration of new vehicles costing above Rs 5 lakh.
‘Stillborn’ Commercial Complex a white elephant for LIT
 Ludhiana, September 8
The ultra modern Commercial Complex, constructed by the Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) in the upmarket commercial hub of Maharani Jhansi Road here has virtually become a "white elephant". It has been eating into scarce resources of the Trust for several years now, without yielding anything in return.
The Commercial Complex of the Ludhiana Improvement Trust on Maharani Jhansi Road.
Photo: Inderjeet Verma
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City needs designated place to hold protests
 Ludhiana: To put pressure on the government, protestors seem to have found a simple way: Hold the general public to ransom. Showing utter disregard to the harassment faced by commuters, protestors block major roads in the city, leading to traffic snarl-ups. Be the aanganwari workers, teachers' unions of all hues and colours or mazdoor unions,
"chakka jams" seem to be the best option to catch the attention of authorities.
of work and worship: A girl gives final touches to an idol of Lord Ganesha ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi in Ludhiana. Photo: Inderjeet Verma
Giving the gift of education
Ludhiana, September 8
They might not be teachers by profession, but their love for teaching is making a difference in the lives of many children.
A ray of hope for local cycle industry
 Ludhiana, September 8
In a move aimed at addressing problems being faced by the indigenous cycle industry, the Centre has asked National Small Industries Corporation to study the impact of the Chinese bicycle parts on the Indian industry.
The anti-dumping duty will create a level-playing field for the Indian cycle and cycle parts manufacturers vis-a-vis the Chinese producers and exporters. Tribune photo: Himanshu Mahajan
Plastic surgeons’ meet ends
Ludhiana, September 8
The second and concluding day of the conference NZAPSICON-2013, organised by the North Zone Association of Plastic Surgeons of India began on a lighter note with a 10-overs-a-side cricket match between President’s Eleven and Vice-President’s Eleven.
Hospitals need a healing touch
Mandi Ahmedgarh, September 8
The community centre in the town is well-equipped. The only problem plaguing the centre is that there are only five doctors to attend to a large number of patients.
The community centre at Mandi Ahmedgarh is grappling with staff shortage. The centre caters to residents of over 30
villages. Tribune photographs
Illegal activity failed to catch police’s eye
Ludhiana, September 8
The police is patting on its back for busting an immoral trafficking racket and nabbing 36 boys and girls.
Sex ratio improves in Punjab
Ludhiana, September 8
The sex ratio in Punjab has seen an improvement in the past 10 years. As per 2001 Census, there were 798 females against 1,000 males in the state. As per 2011 Census, Punjab has improved with a 48-point increase (846 females against 1,000 males).
Household budgets disturbed as veggie prices show no sign of relenting
Ludhiana, September 8
Vegetable prices show no signs of coming back to normal, with onions still priced between Rs 50 and 60 per kg and tomatoes available for Rs 40 a kg in city markets.
Teachers to protest on September 22
Ludhiana, September 8
Accusing the state government of apathy, the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and Rashtriya Madhyamik Shisksha Abhiyan teachers have decided to take out a protest rally in the city on September 22. Teachers from all over the state will participate in the rally.
Punjabi movie stars keep date with Khanna
 Khanna, September 8
Starcast of ‘Young Malang’, a Punjabi movie set to release on September 20, was in town today to promote their venture.
The starcast of Punjabi movie ‘Young Malang’ share a lighter moment in Khanna on Sunday. A Tribune Photograph
Congress does not work for poor, says former party leader
Khanna, September 8
The Congress, Khanna, suffered a jolt when the former secretary general of the Punjab Youth Congress, Amardeep Singh Purewal, joined the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) during a function in Khanna.
260 examined at medical camps
Ludhiana, September 8
National Integrated Medical Association (NIMA) organised a Bone Mineral Density camp at the Dr Kehal clinic, Mullanpur. Dr Jadev Singh Kehal led the NIMA team of doctors. The team comprised of Dr Vinod Dakar, Dr Sarbji Singh and Dr Anil Arora.
Drive against social evils kicks off
Mandi Ahmedgarh,
September 8
The police has claimed to have roped in office-bearers of various social, educational and religious organisations to fight against the social evils, such as drug addiction and eve teasing.
Social activists felicitate DSP, Amargarh, Gurmit Singh, at Ahmedgarh. Tribune Photo: Mahesh Sharma
Benipal re-elected as member of Bar Council
Khanna, September 8
Daljit Singh Benipal, a member of Bar Association, Khanna, was elected as a member of the Punjab and Haryana Bar Council for the second time.
from colleges
Session
A session was organised by Prof Amanjot K Gill, assistant professor, Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College
(GNDEC), to enhance the soft skills of students and faculty. Soft skills expert Sunita Sharma, resource person, Punjab State Institute of Public Administration, was invited as the guest speaker.
(Clockwise from above): Candidates, who have successfully cleared Teacher Eligibility Test, raise slogans against the government; protesters voice anger through a placard and police officers try to pacify them in Ludhiana on Sunday.
Photos: Inderjeet Verma |
5 arrested for selling fake SIM cards
Ludhiana, September 8
With the arrest of five persons, the police has claimed to have busted a gang that was selling fake SIM cards to anti-social elements at a premium price.
Three snatchers held
Ludhiana, September 8
With the arrest of three persons, the city police claims to have busted a gang of snatchers.
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