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Southern bypass
Decks cleared for road construction
Ludhiana, September 28
Even as the Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority has completed the process of inviting tenders for the second time for the construction of 1.72 km of missing link II from Dugri Dhandra Road to the Dhuri railway line towards the completion of the Southern bypass, the residents of the area are up in arms over what they describe as the inordinate delay in the execution of the
project.
BRS Nagar subzi mandi
Vendors not allowed to put up stalls
Ludhiana, September 28
The tehbazari officials of Zone D did not allow vendors to set up a “subzi mandi” behind the Zone D office, near BRS
Nagar, here today. The “mandi” had been set up in the area every Sunday for the past more than two years.
Many residents have objected to this “illegal” vegetable market and the MC officials had removed it earlier too. |
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| Vegetable vendors wait for officials to go to the site where the subzi mandi is held in BRS Nagar on Sunday.
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Daresi ground to witness tallest Ravana’s effigy
Ludhiana, September 28
This year, the historical Daresi ground will witness the burning of the tallest ever effigy of Ravana during the Dussehra celebrations in the city. It will be an 85-foot effigy. Till last year, the maximum height of such effigies had remained 80 feet.
An artist decorates the face of an effigy. Photo: Inderjeet
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5 MC employees shifted for not delivering summons
Ludhiana, September 28
The Municipal Corporation authorities have transferred five employees, who allegedly took money from violators in lieu of not delivering them court summons. These violators were challaned by the tehbazari wing of the MC. The erring employees would make one excuse or the other for not delivering the summons.
World Heart Day
Over 2,500 run for healthy heart
Ludhiana, September 28
To encourage and motivate people to make their heart healthy and to emphasise the importance of a healthy lifestyle, SPS Apollo Hospitals organised “Dil ki Daud” - a mini-marathon at Guru Nanak Stadium today.
Pargat Singh (right), Director Sports, Punjab, flags off mini-marathon
"Dil Ki Daud" in Ludhiana on Sunday. Photo:
Inderjeet Verma |
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| People take part in mini-marathon
"Dil Ki Daud" in Ludhiana on Sunday. Photos: Inderjeet
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Walk, cycle, dance to prevent heart diseases, says expert
Ludhiana, September 28
The high incidence of heart diseases in Punjabi youth is a grave issue and needs immediate attention. The main reasons for the high incidence of heart diseases in Punjab are consumption of a lot of fatty foods like ghee and butter and less physical exercise.
Physiotherapy centre launched for differently abled children
Ludhiana, September 28
The Amway Opportunity Foundation (AOF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Amway India, along with Muskan Welfare Society, has launched a physiotherapy centre for the benefit of differently abled children in
Ludhiana. The AOF has been associated with Muskan Welfare Society since 2008.
coffee day today
Coffee culture fast catching up
Ludhiana, September 28
Tea is a staple drink for the city people. However, the foray of new
coffee brands and the cosmopolitan culture have been gradually changing their choice from “chai”
to latte. National and international coffee chains have found their way into the city market and have replaced pubs and parks as the hangout choice for many youngsters.
Aparupa Roy, an expert, showcases the art of coffee making in
Ludhiana. A file photograph |
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Rana Ranbir’s solo act brings memories of Pash alive
Ludhiana, September 28
Solo act play by Ranbir Rana in ‘Khetan da putt’ kept the audience glued to the seats at Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan yesterday evening. Living up to his reputation as a prolific writer, lyricist, film and TV actor, Rana Ranbir shined throughout the solo act based on the popular poetry of Punjabi poet Avatar Singh
Sandhu, also known as Pash, who has been hailed as the literary exponent of the suffering peasantry of the region. |
Actor Rana Ranbir enacts a scene of solo play “Khetan Da Putt” in Ludhiana on Saturday.
Tribune photo: Himanshu Mahajan |
Nudity in films against Indian culture, say residents
Ludhiana, September 28
In view of the recent UN-sponsored study rating Indian films being high on sexualisation of women, residents stressed the need for corrective steps in Indian cinema to prevent its negative impact on the youth and society.
Bar Association hails change in CBDT rules
Ludhiana, September 28
The president of the Punjab Tax Bar Association, Ashok Juneja, has welcomed the circular issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes
(CBDT) with regard to the procedure of scrutiny to be adopted by the assessing officer (Income Tax Officer) for the financial year 2014-15.
Religious bow: A devotee seeks the blessings of Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman at Daresi Ground in
Ludhiana. Photo: Inderjeet
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Financial hitch delays formation of yarn bank
Ludhiana, September 28
The financial hitch is delaying the formation of a yarn bank for the city.
The local industry is
yet to arrange the 50 per cent amount required in the formation of the yarn bank, while
the rest of 50 per cent will be financed by the Central Government.
Navratras: Vegetable, fruit prices surge
Ludhiana, September 28
The ongoing Navratras have led to an increase in the rates of fruits and vegetables. It is only after Dussehra that the prices are expected to come down.
During Navratras people avoid eating non-vegetarian food and fruits and vegetables are more in demand during this time of the year.
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Postal stamp in memory of Shradha Ram Phillauri sought
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Ludhiana, September 28
The Government of India should release a postal stamp in the memory of Shradha Ram
Phillauri, the writer of world famous aarti “Om Jai Jagdish Hare”. This was demanded by Krishan Kumar
Bawa, chairman of Pandit Shradha Ram Phillauri Memorial Welfare Society, while addressing a press conference.
Krishan Kumar Bawa (centre),
chairman of Pandit Shradha Ram Phillauri Memorial Welfare
Society, addresses a press conference. Tribune photo: Himanshu
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Amendments to voter list from Oct 15
Ludhiana, September 28
The District Administration is going to start necessary amendments to the voter list from October 15. Anyone who wants to get any error rectified may submit his/her objection till November 10.
Visit to Senior Secondary Residential School for meritorious students
Special secy launches Sohna
School Campaign
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Ludhiana, September 28
Gurdeep Singh, Special Secretary, Secondary Education, visited Senior Secondary Residential School for Meritorious Students here today to inaugurate the Sohna School Campaign at the school.
Special Secretary, Secondary Education, Gurdeep Singh and school staff clean the floor at the Senior Secondary Residential School for Meritorious Students. Photo: Inderjeet Verma |
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Local human rights body opposes drive
Ludhiana, September 28
A local human rights organisation considered the Education Department’s Sohna School Campaign against the right of students and has decided to challenge the same in the court.
Multi-Skill Development Centre to function from April 2015: CM
Ludhiana, September 28
Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal claimed that the upcoming ‘Multi-Skill Development Centre’ at Ludhiana would be made functional from Baisakhi in April 2015. The centre is coming up on the vacant premises of ‘Knitwear Facility’, managed and run by the Punjab State Hosiery and Knitwear Development Corporation here at local Industrial Focal Point in Phase V.
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Various events bring traditional art forms to life
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Mandi Ahmedgarh, September 28
Lovepreet Kaur, Rupinder Kaur and Priya of the Bhutta College of Engineering emerged winners in the phulkari embroidery competition held at the college campus today.
Kuljeet Kaur, Inderjeet Kaur and Ramandeep Kaur, resident participants, bagged the top position in the exhibition of heritage items.
Visitors have a look at phulkaris exhibited at the Bhutta College of Technology near Mandi Ahmedgarh on Sunday.
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Young Ryanites excel in Hasya Kavita Pratiyogita
ludhiana, september 28
A Hasya Kavita Pratiyogita was organised at Ryan International School , Jamalpur, here today.
Ryanites from classes III-V took part in the competition with great zeal and enthusiasm.
FROM COLLEGES
Gyan Manthan
Ludhiana: University Business School, Ludhiana, organised a “State Level Quiz Contest – Gyan Manthan”. Twenty three teams from different states across the northern region participated in the event. Anil Kumar, executive director and CEO Shreyans Industries Limited was the chief guest in the inaugural session whereas Lakhwinder Singh, Director, Rekofa Group of Industries graced the occasion as guest of
honour.
RIMT founder chairman Hukam Chand Bansal (with beard) presents a bouquet to an official of JK Company during a workshop at RIMT Institutes, Mandi
Gobindgarh. A
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Students and teachers in a jubilant mood at Ramgarhia Girls College in
Ludhiana. Photo: Inderjeet Verma |
FROM SCHOOLS
Indusian Fiesta 2014
Ludhiana: Indusian Fiesta 2014 was organised at Indus World School. Over 1,200 children from various pre-schools participated in the various events. All the participants were awarded with the participation certificates as an acknowledgement of their effort and talent.
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| (Left) Winners of a solo dance competition in a jubilant mood at BCM School, Dugri; and participants being felicitated during the Indusian Fiesta 2014 at Indus World School in
Ludhiana. Tribune photographs |
REPORTERS' DIARY
Make cleanliness a way of life
Though different government departments launched the Swachh Bharat
Abhiyan, on the instructions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for making the city clean, garbage can still be seen in many areas of the city.
Two girls at Government College for Girls after their performance on the concluding day of the Panjab University Zonal Youth and Heritage Festival in
Ludhiana. Tribune
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