21082024-JTR-01.qxd 20-08-2024 22:36 Page 1 c m y b Jalandhar tribune BE PART OF HARIAWAL LEHAR, SAYS MANDI BOARD CHIEF HAND, FOOT, MOUTH DISEASE SPREADING TENTACLES PHOTO EXHIBITION ON AT PUNJAB KALA BHAWAN The Punjab Mandi Board Chairperson has urged people to adopt ‘Shaheed Bhagat Singh Hariawal Lehar’. P3 Bathinda is seeing an alarming rise in the cases of hand, foot and mouth disease involving children. P3 The three-day exhibition has been organized by the The Press Club to mark the World Photography Day.P4 » » FORECAST PARTLY CLOUDY MAX 33°C | MIN 25°C YESTERDAY MAX 33°C | MIN 25°C SUNSET WEDNESDAY 7.04 PM SUNRISE THURSDAY 5:57 AM » WEDNESDAY | 21 AUGUST 2024 | JALANDHAR INBRIEF BOY KILLED IN HIT-AND-RUN Phagwara: A boy was killed on the spot when a speeding vehicle hit him on the Phagwara-Banga road on Tuesday. The deceased Ravi Kumar of Nanak Nagari, Phagwara, was crossing the road. He was brought to the local Civil Hospital in a critical condition but doctors declared him brought dead.The police have registered a case against unknown vehicle driver, who managed to flee leaving the deceased behind in a pool of blood. OC PEDDLER HELD UNDER NDPS ACT Phagwara: The police have a 'drug peddler' on the charge of selling intoxicated tablets. Investigating officer (IO) Jaspal Singh said 218 tablets (loose) were recovered from the possession of the accused Kuldeep Singh, alias Geeta, of Dharme Dian Chhana village. A case under Sections 22/61/85 of the NDPS Act has been registered against the accused. OC Kin of Goraya youth stuck in Russian warzone seek arrest of travel agents 8 booked, but no arrest has been made yet Tribune News Service Jalandhar, August 20 Family members of Mandeep Kumar, a Goraya youth who is stuck in the Russian warzone, have been running from pillar to post to ensure the safe return of Mandeep from the warzone at the earliest. Fed up with the long wait and unanswered questions, Jagdeep Kumar, brother of Mandeep Kumar, sought the release of his brother and raised the demand recently at India Gate, New Delhi. He was carrying a flex banner with the picture of his brother. “I want the authorities and the government to CHEATED BY GROUP OF AGENTS (pic) gone Armenia earn ❝Mandeepcamehadcontacttowith traveltoagentsa livelihood. He in through social media who promised to send him to Italy. But my brother reached Russia, where he was tricked into joining the Russian army. Jagdeep Singh, TRAPPED YOUTH'S BROTHERT see and hear what we want to say. We are suffering and dying everyday,” an emotional Jagdeep said. It has been more than five months since the family last heard from Mandeep. They had spoken to him on March 3 and, after that, there was no update of his whereabouts. The banner read: “Russian army mein fasaya gaya Punjab ka Mandeep Kumar aur anya Bhartiyo ko jald se jald Bharat laya jaaye aur agents ❞ ke khilaaf karvaayi ki jaaye (Mandeep Kumar from Punjab and others who are stuck in Russia should be brought back and action must be taken against the agents).” Mandeep had gone to Armenia to earn livelihood. He then came in contact with a travel agent through social media who promised to send him to Italy. “But, when my brother reached Russia, he was tricked into joining the Russian army,” Jagdeep said. 4 ARRESTED FOR ASSAULTING MAN Phagwara: The police have arrested four Kapurthala villagers on the charge of assaulting a co-villager. The accused had been identified as Amandeep Singh, Sandeep Singh, Manpreet Singh and Shindar Pal Singh, all residents of Doda Wajir village, Kapurthala. Navdeep Singh of the same village had complained to the police that the accused waylaid him on August 3 in front of a nursing college and attacked him with weapons and seriously injured him. OC Avneet Kaur Tribune News Service Jalandhar, August 20 Vaibhav Sharma, a Jalandhar native, who relocated to Canada last year, is set to make his mark on the international film scene. He will appear in the movie “I Am No Queen,” which has been selected for the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and is slated for its official premiere on September 8 at the festival. Directed by Minu Basi and Shadab Khan, the film is rooted in real-life experiences Phagwara, August 20 A villager reportedly died by suicide by consuming celphos tablets in his own car in the local Grain Market this evening. The deceased was Tribune News Service CHECKS ON SIM CARD SELLING MF Farooqui, ADGP, PAP, along with Raj Malhotra, Director of IAS Study Group, addresses the media. Wards of cops to get IAS, PCS coaching at 50% discount Jalandhar, August 20 In an initiative aimed at empowering the children of Punjab Police personnel, the police under the guidance of Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the IAS Study Group, Chandigarh. The agreement was formalised by MF Farooqui, ADGP PAP and Raj Malho, , tra, Director of the IAS Study Group, during a ceremony held on the PAP campus in Jalandhar today. ADGP Farooqui said the collaboration aimed to provide high-quality IAS, PCS and allied services coaching to the wards of police personnel at rates. He further stated that the coaching centre, to be inaugurated on the PAP campus, would offer a total course fee of Rs 1,40,000. However, for police personnel’s children, there would be substantial discounts — a 50 per cent reduction for families of officers up to the rank of Inspector, bringing the fee down to Rs 70,000, and a 40 per cent discount for the wards of DSP and higher-ranking officers. Families of police martyrs will receive 100 per cent fee waivers, allowing their children to access the coaching free of cost, he said, adding that this initiative reflected the department’s commitment to honouring the sacrifices made by these families. be paid in three instalments over six months, with no further payment required if the candidate did not secure a selection. Moreover, the MoU includes a 50 per cent scholarship provision for the deserving candidates who face financial difficulties, facilitated by the NGO ‘Joy of Guidance’. This ensures that meritorious students from economically challenged background can also benefit from this coaching. The ADGP also said persons other than police officials could also avail of the services at a 10 per cent discount. The coaching classes will be held six days a week from 3-5pm at the centre. Jalandhar, August 20 In a move aimed at curbing noise pollution, cybercrime and unauthorised activities, Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma has issued a series of stringent orders under Section 163 of the Indian Civil Security Code, 2023. To address the rising concerns of noise pollution, Commissioner Sharma has enforced a ban on the use of horns in residential areas between 10 pm and 6 am within the jurisdiction of the Commissionerate Police. Sound systems, including loudspeakers, must now adhere to strict decibel limits, with a maximum of 7.5 dB (A) permitted. Firecrackers and other noiseproducing devices near public identified as Kuljit Singh (47), resident of village Ranipur. The police have registered a case and sent the body to the local Civil Hospital for postmortem examination.— OC of immigrant students. It follows the story of Rani, an international student, who faces challenges and hardships in a new country. Vaibhav plays Harry, the film’s antagonist, whose action impacts Rani’s journey. Reflecting on the role, Vaibhav expressed gratitude for being part of a project that resonates deeply with the experiences of international students. “This movie echoes the heartbeats of students who face the challenges of being resettled in a new place. Rani’s story reflects the lives of many international students — filled with hope, dreams and the harsh reali- BASED ON LIVES OF IMMIGRANT STUDENTS The film is based on the real-life experiences of immigrant students. It follows the story of Rani, an international student, who faces challenges and hardships in a new country. Vaibhav plays Harry, the film’s antagonist, whose action impacts Rani's journey. ties of life abroad,” he said. Before his role in ‘I Am No Queen’, Vaibhav shared the screen with Bollywood stars Shahid Kapoor, Mrunal Thakur and Pankaj Kapoor in the film ‘Jersey’. His filmography also includes appear- ances in ‘The Zoya Factor’, ‘Operation Romeo’ and ‘Sanak’ along with several web series, TV commercials and music videos. Vaibhav’s journey into film industry began during his college years in Jalandhar, c m y b All mobile phone and SIM card sellers in Jalandhar must get proper identification from buyers before completing any sale. Sellers must provide a ‘Purchase Certificate’ bearing the firm’s seal and signature and maintain detailed records of each transaction, including the buyer’s name, date of birth, address, and ID proof. boundaries are also subject to a 10 dB limit, with even stricter regulations in certain areas. The orders extend to marriage palaces and hotels, where the use of drums, horns and amplifiers is now prohibited. Private sound systems must also comply with a 5 dB (A) limit. Violators risk having their equipment confiscated. In a bid to combat cyber crime and protect public interests, he has mandated that all mobile phone and SIM card sellers in Jalandhar must get proper identification from buyers before completing any sale. Sellers must provide a ‘Purchase Certificate’ bearing the firm’s seal and signature and maintain detailed records of each transaction, including the buyer’s name, date of birth, address, and ID proof. Additionally, the identity of anyone making a payment via UPI, card or online transfer must also be verified and documented. Further tightening security measures, Sharma has ordered that all vehicle park- ing areas, including those at railway stations, bus stands, religious sites, hospitals and crowded markets, must have CCTV cameras. These cameras must capture clear images of the vehicle’s number plate and the driver’s face. A CD containing 45 days of footage must be submitted to the Security Branch Office every 15 days. The detailed records of parked vehicles, including the owner’s ID and vehicle, must also be maintained. In another order, the Police Commissioner has imposed a ban on unauthorised boards and signage on roads and footpaths. Shopkeepers have been warned against displaying goods on footpaths or beyond the limits of their shops. All orders will remain in force until October 13, 2024. Man ends life Phagwara, August 20 A 55-year-old Ranveer Kumar reportedly died by suicide by hanging himself from a ceiling fan at his residence in Guru Nanakpura locality of Phagwara on Monday. Ranjit Singh, his brother-inlaw, said he along with his family had visited Banga to celebrate Raksha Bandhan but left shortly. Everything seemed fine. However, they were informed of the incident around 6:30 pm. The reason for the suicide is unknown. — OC City lad’s film to premiere in Toronto film fest in Sept Vaibhav to appear in ‘I Am No Queen’ Villager dies by suicide in his car Ban on use of loudspeakers after10pm BKU’s dharna IAS from tomorrow Police,News Study Group tie up |PAP campus to have centre Tribune Service the significantly reduced Additionally, the fee could Phagwara, August 20 A meeting of farmers was held under the aegis of Bharatiya Kisan Union at Bara Pind near Goraya on Monday. Harnam Singh Dhesi presided over the meeting which was addressed by Bhartiya Kisan Union (Doaba) general secretary Satnam Singh Sahni and state vice-president Kirpal Singh Mussapur who strongly condemned the Phagwara Sugar Mill administration for not paying their dues of Rs 41 crore. Sahni stated that the BKU will begin an indefinite dharna before the office of DC, Kapurthala, from August 22 over non-payment of their dues. — OC The Goraya police have also lodged an FIR in this case against as many as eight travel agents, but no arrest has been made yet. As per information, the FIR was lodged a month ago, still none of the travel agents has been arrested. The SHO had said the investigation was on and two travel agents were already traced. “They are from Hoshiarpur and will be nabbed,” the SHO claimed, but there is no development in the case yet. Jagdeep, Mandeep’a brother, who runs a mobile shop, said he had sent an e-mail to the police to expedite the process. “I don’t know why cannot the police nab the persons who have done such a heinous crime,” an agitated Kumar said. “I live here with my old parents. We do not look at each other, we do not talk to each other. Everybody has gone quiet. We are dying to hear from my brother. Every time I go home, my parents hope that I will finally tell them that Mandeep called up. Nobody will understand our pain,” a distressed Jagdeep said. He has also sent several emails to the Centre and the Punjab Government. But to no avail. “Reports of men dying in the war have made us numb. We just want Mandeep back,” the sibling said. where he developed an interest in drama and modelling. In 2016, he moved to Mumbai to pursue his passion. “To survive in the industry, I even worked at a call centre,” Vaibhav recalled. “But I was fortunate to land a modeling gig within a month, followed by advertisements”, he added. After spending seven years in Mumbai, honing his craft, Vaibhav moved to Canada in 2023 to further develop his skills and career. He said his role in ‘I Am No Queen’ represents another significant milestone, with the film’s upcoming premiere at TIFF expected to further elevate his career. Gang members involved in theft of submersible motors in Jalandhar police custody on Tuesday. Gang behind submersible motor theft busted, three arrested Tribune News Service Jalandhar, August 20 The Commissionerate Police has busted a gang involved in the theft of submersible motors, leading to the arrest of three suspects. The arrests followed a complaint lodged by Desraj, a resident of Lamba Pind, Jalandhar, who reported that his shop was burgled on August 15. Desraj stated that when he returned the next day, he found that 10 submersible motors had been stolen. Acting on a complaint, an FIR was registered at Rama Mandi Police Station on August 16. The police, utilising a combination of human intelligence and scientific methods, identified the suspects as Deepak, also known as Deepu, Sunil Kumar, also known as Jaadu, and Roman. All three reside in the Santoshi Nagar area of Jalandhar. During investigation, the police authorities also recovered three stolen motors from their possession. Commissioner Swapan Sharma disclosed that Roman had five previous FIRs against him, while Sunil had one. Deepak had no criminal record. He said police officials were investigating their role in other thefts in the city. CP Sharma reiterated the police commitment to eradicating crime in Jalandhar, emphasising that such arrests were crucial to ensuring public safety and maintaining law and order in the city.