06112026-JTR-01.qxd 11/5/2026 11:28 PM Page 1 c m y b Jalandhar tribune CELEBRATE ECO-FRIENDLY DIWALI, HEALTH DEPT ISSUES ADVISORY CLOSE TO THEIR HEROES: BALL PATROL BOYS DREAM BIG AUDIENCES HAIL RAMAYANA AS A ‘VISUAL MASTERPIECE’ Residents are urged to ensure a peaceful and clean environment during the festival celebrations. P2 For them, being present on the pitch was an exciting experience and an opportunity to watch top-level players .P3 Nitesh Tiwari’s retelling of the Ramayana opened in cinemas worldwide on Nov 5. Moviegoers praised its grand visuals. P4 » » » FORECAST MAINLY CLEAR MAX 31°C | MIN 16°C YESTERDAY MAX 30°C | MIN 15°C SUNSET FRIDAY 5.35 PM SUNRISE SATURDAY 6:48 AM FRIDAY | 6 NOVEMBER 2026 | JALANDHAR HEALTH & WELLNESS The Tribune has started a Q and A column to address your health-related queries. Please mail your questions (not exceeding 40 words) at healthandwellness@tribunemail.com. The Tribune’s panel of doctors will answer all your healthrelated concerns. Phagwara doctor dies in UK fire, family alleges foul play 67 farm fire cases so far in district UK police begin investigation | Husband remains critical Jalandhar, November 5 As many as 67 cases of stubble burning have been reported in Jalandhar till now. To curb stubble burning, the Agriculture Department had planned to involve doctors in its awareness campaign to educate farmers about the harmful health effects of burning paddy residue. The department has collaborated with NGO Lung Care Foundation to make farmers aware that stubble burning not only contributes to air pollution but can also have consequences for their health. “Health Department officials have also been asked to counsel farmers about the health impact of stubble burning at the village dispensaries,” department officials said. Chief Agriculture Officer Randhir Singh Thakur said this was the first time the department had collaborated with an NGO for such an initiative. “We also tell farmers every year why they should not burn paddy residue. But the idea was to bring along a doctor and an expert who can explain to them that stubble burning has a negative impact on their own health as well, maybe that will help more,” he said. Ashok Kaura INBRIEF ONE KILLED, THREE HURT IN MISHAP Hoshiarpur: One person was killed and three others were injured in two separate road accidents in Hoshiarpur district. In the first incident, the Bullowal police booked an unidentified tractor-trailer driver following an accident involving a vehicle loaded with paddy straw. Satvir of Begumpur Jandiala said the driver was driving rashly and negligently. Zorawar Singh died in the accident, while Ajmer Singh sustained injuries. In another incident, the Mukerian police booked a car driver on the complaint of Karan Fingra of Dashmesh Nagar. The complainant alleged that the car hit him and his friend, leaving both injured. oc TWO DUPED OF ~17.46 LAKH Hoshiarpur: Two persons were allegedly duped of ~17.46 lakh in separate cyber fraud incidents in Hoshiarpur district. Lakshmi Kant of Ward No. 3, Garhdiwala, alleged that a person cheated him of ~1.70 lakh on the pretext of making a fixed deposit. Jasdeep Singh of Shankar Nagar, Hoshiarpur, alleged that fraudsters obtained his PAN card and Aadhaar card details and OTP on the pretext of issuing a pension life certificate. Subsequently, ~ 15.76 lakh was withdrawn from his three bank accounts. OC PHAGWARA, NOVEMBER 5 A wave of grief and shock has gripped Phagwara following the death of UKbased doctor Dr Shivani, a native of the town, in a house fire in England. The incident has also sparked a dispute between the two families, with the deceased’s parents alleging domestic harassment and foul play, while her inlaws have termed it a tragic accident. The fire broke out late at night at the couple’s residence in England. Neighbours alerted emergency services after noticing smoke billowing from the house. Firefighters rescued Dr Shivani and her husband, Dilawar Kataria, from the blaze. Dr Shivani was declared dead at the scene. Preliminary reports indicate that she succumbed to smoke inhalation and burn injuries. Kataria suffered critical injuries and is undergoing treatment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, where he remains on Hoshiarpur: The police have arrested three persons in theft cases in Dasuya. In the first case, Amritpal Singh of Dharampura alleged that steel rods were stolen from underconstruction houses. The police have arrested Jagtar Singh of Godpur, while a search is on for co-accused Munish Kumar of Nihalpur. In another case, Surinderpal Singh of Bajja Chak complained that a bag of paddy had been stolen. The police arrested Sandeep Singh of Sardarpur and Jarnail Singh of Khamian. OC ONE ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT Hoshiarpur: The police have arrested one person in an assault case. Jaspal Singh of Jhambowal alleged that six motorcycle-borne persons attacked him with sharp-edged weapons outside a gurdwara. The attackers took away Rs 2,700 and his mobile phone. Satnam Singh of Fadda Sanora in Jalandhar district has been arrested. OC ILLEGAL LIQUOR SEIZED IN DASUYA Hoshiarpur: The police have registered separate cases involving illicit liquor and gambling. The Dasuya police recovered 40 bottles of liquor, 30 litre of lahan and equipment allegedly used for preparing illicit liquor. In another case, the Mukerian police arrested Jatinder Singh of Ghasitpur and Ajay Kumar and Ashok Kumar of Johla on the charge of gambling. oc Father raises questions; in-laws say it’s accidental ventilator support. Back in Phagwara, Dr Shivani’s father, Dr KK Verma, a senior medical practitioner, has questioned the theory of an accidental fire. He alleged that his daughter had been facing mental harassment and increasing domestic demands after the couple moved to the UK following their marriage in 2023. Supported by members of the local medical fraternity, the family has urged the Ministry of External Affairs and the UK High Commission to ensure a thorough investigation into the circumstances leading to 2 hurt as car hits bike from behind on Phagwara NH Our Correspondent THREE HELD IN THEFT CASES Family members of Dr Shivani (pic) in Phagwara. Phagwara,November 5 Two youths sustained injuries after a speeding car allegedly hit their motorcycle from behind in Phagwara last night. The collision was so forceful that both vehicles suffered extensive damage, while the injured motorcyclists rushed to the Civil Hospital, Phagwara.The accident occurred when a car, allegedly being driven at a very high speed, struck the motorcycle travelling ahead of it. The impact left both motorcycle riders seriously injured and caused substantial damage to the two vehicles. The injured were identified as Mayank and Gaurav, residents of Atta village near Goraya. Soon after the accident, people present on the spot and passers-by arranged emergency medical assistance and informed the 108 ambulance service as well as the police. Both injured men were shifted to the Civil Hospital, Phagwara, where doctors and medical staff immediately provided them with preliminary treatment. Their condition was reported to be stable and out of danger. Eyewitnesses further alleged that bottles containing liquor, cigarette packets and rolling papers were recovered from the car. According to their account, after the collision, the car driver and his companion allegedly attempted to leave the spot while appearing to be under the influence of intoxicants. However, local residents caught them. The young men travelling in the car, however, reportedly denied the allegations of drinking. the fire. The family of Dilawar Kataria, residing at Khatti village near Phagwara, has countered these claims. Refuting all accusations of torture, harassment or marital discord, the husband’s family has termed the event a heartbreaking and unavoidable tragedy. They maintain that the couple shared a harmonious relationship, asserting that the fire was accidental, likely triggered by a malfunctioning localised room heater or a sudden short-circuit in the property’s electrical extension infrastructure during a spell of harsh winter weather. Illegally stored firecrackers seized in raid Jalandhar, November 5 The Jalandhar police on Thursday cracked down on an establishment indulging in the illegal storage and sale of firecrackers. The police raided a residential premises near Ganda Nala, Leather Complex Road, where a room in a five-room house was being used by Sukhwinder Singh for unauthorised storage of firecrackers. The illegally stored firecrackers were taken into police possession and legal proceedings have been initiated against the person. Under the supervision of Commissioner of Police, Jalandhar, Satinder Singh and Madhvi Sharma, ADCPII, the raid was conducted by ACP West Aatish Bhatia, along with the SHO, Basti Bawa Khel. Except a designated market for the sale of fire crackers in Jalandhar, the storage, sale or hoarding of firecrackers illegally isn’t allowed in any other area of the city. — TNS 8 novels in Class VIII: SBS Nagar student bags global recognition Nawanshahr , November 5 Tejesh Pratap Singh, son of Additional District and Sessions Judge, Dr Gagan Deep Kaur, has made history by securing his place in both the International Book of Records and the India Book of Records. Bringing immense pride to Nawanshahr (SBS Nagar) and Punjab, the 13-year-old student earned the prestigious national and global honours after writing and publishing eight full-length novels on Amazon Kindle while studying in Class VIII at Cambridge International School, Kariha. These record recognitions mark a major milestone in young Tejesh’s writing journey. Both national and global record teams follow strict verification steps, checking details like age, originality, book count, and publication proof before confirming the record. Tejesh’s talents go far beyond creative writing. Showing a great balance between creative thinking and sharp analytical skills, he has also proven himself in mental maths competitions. Tejesh holds the State Champion title in Abacus, along with securing National First Runner-up and Second Runner-up positions in SIP Abacus competitions. Academically, he remains a top performer while actively participating in sports and school events. — TNS c m y b UK police and forensic experts have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire. Investigators are examining electrical systems, appliances and burn patterns at the property. Kataria’s critical condition has prevented the authorities from recording his statement so far. The repatriation of Dr Shivani’s body has also been delayed as UK law requires a coroner’s inquest in cases involving unexplained or suspicious deaths. The authorities have said the investigation is continuing and no criminal charges have been filed at this stage. Firing after dispute over car parking Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Over the past few years, according to the data available with the department, the district recorded 2,548 paddy burning cases in 2021, which fell to 1,388 in 2022 and 1,196 in 2023. The number dropped to 157 cases in 2024 and further to 86 cases last year. In Nawanshahr as well, the Deputy Commissioner has warned of strict action against farmers found burning stubble. He also made it clear that the cluster officers and nodal officers concerned would be held accountable if any incident of stubble burning was reported in their areas. The DC issued these directions during a review meeting with officials of various departments to assess the measures being taken to prevent stubble burning incidents across the district. Reviewing the cases reported so far, he directed the officials to remain vigilant and intensify monitoring at the field level. Jalandhar, November 5 An incident of firing over a trifle issue of car parking was reported at Guru Nanak Nagar near Nagra Phatak on Wednesday late evening. During the preliminary investigation, it was revealed that a car belonging to Sahil, resident of Guru Nanak Nagar, was parked outside his house. Some individuals objected to the parking of the vehicle as they needed to shift their belongings and asked for the vehicle to be parked at another location. Following an argument over the issue, unidentified persons allegedly opened fire at the parked vehicle and fled the scene. Karnail Singh, ACP-North, Jalandhar, stated that upon receiving information, he immediately reached the spot along with the SHO of Police Station Division No. 1 and the police team. The ACP-North further stated that the police are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. CCTV footage from cameras installed in the surrounding area is being examined to identify the persons involved in the incident. The Commissionerate Police is investigating the matter.