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Punjab: Muktsar hospital, doctor, insurer to pay student ₹22 lakh over medical negligence

A Muktsar hospital, doctor, and insurer must pay ₹22 lakh to a student for medical negligence that disrupted his career abroad, after a consumer commission found insufficient medical documentation and unjustified surgical intervention.

Ludhiana: Traders, locals slam MC over sanitation lapses in Ward 74

Ludhiana traders and residents protested against municipal corporation's sanitation failures in Ward 74, condemning overcrowded garbage sites and waste mismanagement affecting local health and businesses. They threatened legal action if immediate improvements aren't made.

Ludhiana: Dilapidated road to Tajpur dump disrupts waste collection, triggers sewer blockage

A dilapidated road to Tajpur dump has disrupted waste collection in Ludhiana, causing sewer blockages and sewage overflow in residential areas. The mayor has called for urgent repairs and waste management solutions to address the growing health hazard.

Ludhiana: Officials push for timely completion of UDISE Survey 2025-26

Officials held a meeting to review the UDISE survey 2025-26, emphasizing timely completion and data accuracy. They warned of strict action against non-cooperative schools and stressed the importance of verifying discrepancies at the school level.

Disclose names of sewaks at Banke Bihari temple, limit their number: Committee

A Supreme Court-appointed committee has ordered Banke Bihari temple priests to disclose sewak names, limit their number to two, and stop extortion practices. The committee also plans to regulate devotee entry with separate queues and end VIP darshan slips.

Ludhiana: Punjab releases mid-day meal funds after months of struggle

Punjab Mid-Day Meal Society finally released funds after three months, ending financial struggles for teachers and workers. The delayed payment covered cooking costs, salaries, and fruit distribution, bringing relief to workers who had been managing expenses independently.

They used foreign-made pistol: Actor Disha Patani’s father says after shots fired at Bareilly home

A foreign-made pistol was used to fire 10-15 rounds at actor Disha Patani's family home in Bareilly. No injuries occurred. Police are investigating, with gangs linked to Lawrence Bishnoi network claiming responsibility over alleged comments about spiritual figures.

Ludhiana: Over 96k cases settled in National Lok Adalat

National Lok Adalat in Ludhiana settled 96,272 cases across 49 benches, resolving disputes ranging from cheque bounce to matrimonial issues. Awards totaling ₹234.41 crore were passed, promoting speedy, affordable justice with mutual understanding.

Ludhiana: 80 docs awarded degrees at DMCH convocation

80 MBBS graduates received degrees at DMCH's convocation. Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh urged students to use technology for preventive care. Dr Shubham Munjal was named best graduate, with awards recognizing academic and extracurricular achievements.

Ludhiana: Advocates’ body demands extension of ITR filing deadline to December 31

Advocates' body seeks ITR filing deadline extension to December 31 due to e-portal technical issues and flood disruptions in Northern and North-Eastern states, highlighting taxpayers' challenges in meeting current compliance timelines.

Pvt vehicles issued registration nos reserved for govt vehicles in UP’s Rampur, action ordered

In Rampur, UP, 9,469 private vehicles were wrongly issued government registration numbers (UP22BG series). Transport authorities ordered immediate series freezing, investigation, and mandatory number replacement within 60 days, with potential registration suspension for non-compliance.

Two held with 5 quintal ganja worth ₹1.25 crore in UP’s Kushinagar

Police seized 5 quintals of ganja worth ₹1.25 crore from two smugglers in Kushinagar, UP. The narcotics were being transported from Odisha in a tanker. The accused were arrested and a case registered under the NDPS Act.

Acting CS orders timely disposal of grievances, warns erring officials

Acting CS directs swift, quality resolution of public grievances, warning officials against misuse of 'special close' option. Emphasizes timely complaint handling, health campaign preparations, and expediting Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY coverage and investment projects.

Social media has made us increasingly intolerant of opposing views: Ex-CJI Chandrachud

Former CJI Chandrachud warns social media breeds intolerance, highlighting how algorithms create echo chambers and foster hate. He emphasizes the Constitution's enduring values, democratic strength, and the need to uphold justice, liberty, and equality.

Marathas pull children from OBC-run school, tensions escalate

Maratha and OBC communities in Rasingaon, Maharashtra, are withdrawing children from each other's schools amid escalating tensions over caste-based reservations, signaling potential social fabric breakdown and deepening community rifts.

Madhvi Parekh brings to Mumbai a slice of life from a Gujarat village

Madhvi Parekh's exhibition 'Remembered Tales' showcases 18 paintings capturing her Gujarat village's essence through vibrant colors and unique artistic style. The 84-year-old self-taught artist preserves rural memories, depicting traditional life, festivals, and personal experiences with a distinctive perspective.