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Roundabout: I will meet you yet again!
A new book titled "Amrita Pritam: The Writer Provocateur" provides an evaluation of the writings of Amrita Pritam, a renowned Punjabi poet and writer. The book, edited by Hina Nandrajog and the late Prem Kumari Srivastava, explores Pritam's journey as a female writer in a patriarchal society and highlights her contributions to Punjabi literature. The book includes select poems, excerpts from her fiction, and articles by scholars discussing themes such as self, desire, love, spirituality, gender, and society in Pritam's work. The book also features a conversation with actor Deepti Naval.
Chandigarh: Cong, AAP object proceedings of recent House meet; call it ‘illegal’
Congress and AAP leaders met municipal commissioner, alleging illegal proceedings in recent House meeting. They claim Opposition councillors were forcibly evicted, crucial agendas passed improperly, and demanded a reconvened meeting to debate issues democratically.
HC says RTE implementation delays by Punjab ‘wilful’, seeks compliance timeline
Punjab High Court criticizes state's delay in implementing Right to Education Act, calling it 'wilful'. Court seeks compliance timeline from government for reserving 25% seats in private schools for economically weaker students.
Karnataka’s fresh caste census to begin September 22, ₹420 crore allocated
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a caste census from September 22 to October 7, costing Rs 420 crore. The survey will gather data on the social and educational status of 7 crore residents, employing 1.75 lakh school teachers. The previous survey was criticized and discarded. The new initiative aims to ensure social justice and equal opportunities, with technology aiding data collection.
Retired AIG threatened by gangsters he interrogated, FIR registered
Retired AIG Sandeep Sharma, who interrogated gangsters during his service, faced threats from Lawrence Bishnoi and others. After approaching the high court, police registered an FIR and promised to summon the gangsters for questioning.
Bathinda blasts result of mishandling explosives by radicalised man: Police
Two blasts in Bathinda involved a 19-year-old "radicalised" farmer's son mishandling explosives. Influenced by a terrorist, he sourced materials online. Both he and his father were severely injured. Multiple agencies are investigating the incident.
Moose Wala murder: 6 accused to be produced in Mansa court on Sept 25
Six accused in Sidhu Moose Wala's murder case will be physically produced in Mansa court on September 25, as per the victim's father's plea. The court aims to help him identify the culprits involved in the singer's fatal shooting.
Punjab: 24 pistols, heroin seized as cops bust two cross-border smuggling modules, 7 held
Punjab Police busted two cross-border smuggling modules, arresting seven suspects. They seized 24 pistols, 1,847 cartridges, 42 magazines, and 1kg heroin in Fazilka and Amritsar, with evidence suggesting links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones.
Punjab PCS exam rescheduled to December 7
Punjab PSC got two new members after weeks without any. The PCS preliminary exam, previously scheduled for October 26, is now rescheduled to December 7 due to floods. The exam will be held in two sessions after a five-year gap.
Pong dam water level below danger mark after 18 days
Pong dam's water level dropped below 1,390 feet after 18 days, reducing flood risks. Beas river inflow increased to 56,713 cusecs, with 49,624 cusecs released. Bhakra dam remains below its danger mark, releasing 55,000 cusecs downstream.
People returning to houses, says Punjab minister Mundian
Punjab minister Mundian reports flood-affected people returning home as water levels recede. Relief camp occupancy dropped from 111 to 100, with 4,125 people still sheltered. No new casualties reported, and crop damage assessment continues.
BJP steps up flood relief, aims to ‘mend ties with Punjab farmers’
BJP-ruled states are providing flood relief to Punjab, affecting 3.89 lakh people across 2,319 villages. Multiple states, including Haryana and Delhi, have sent aid worth ₹5 crore each, aiming to rebuild ties with Sikh farmers and support communities devastated by widespread floods.
Punjab: As floodwaters recede, people struggle to rebuild houses, reclaim farmland
Flood-hit Punjab villages face massive challenges: collapsed houses, buried farmlands, and sand-covered acres. Residents struggle to rebuild, clear debris, and reclaim land. Health risks rise with stagnant water, rotting crops, and potential disease outbreak. Authorities provide limited relief and compensation.
Dhannipur mosque project: 5-acre site ‘not enough’, trust scouts for more land
The IICF seeks additional land beyond the 5-acre Dhannipur site for its Ayodhya mosque project, aiming to include a hospital, museum, and community facilities. The trust hopes to acquire 15 more acres by 2027 and begin simultaneous construction.
Flood aftermath: Nearly 800 houses, 43 shops damaged across 13 MCs
Punjab faces extensive flood damage, with 784 houses and 43 shops affected across 13 municipal corporations. Ludhiana suffered most, with 210 km of roads damaged and sewage mixing with floodwaters. Government is assessing damage and preparing relief efforts.
Jakhar asks Mann to clear stance on ₹12,000-crore disaster funds
BJP leader Sunil Jakhar challenges Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann over conflicting statements about ₹12,000 crore disaster funds, alleging inconsistency and poor presentation of flood losses to Prime Minister Modi during his recent state visit.
