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P4 » » SUNSET TUESDAY 7.12 PM SUNRISE WEDNESDAY 5:32 AM » TUESDAY | 12 MAY 2026 | LUDHIANA CLASS X PSEB RESULTS Ludhiana leads state merit list as girls dominate Sukhpreet Singh Carpenter’s daughter scores 98.46%, aims to become chartered accountant Ludhiana, May 11 The city has once again made its mark in the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class X results, with the highest number of students figuring in the state merit list. As many as 38 students from Ludhiana secured positions in the merit list, the highest across the state, including 27 girls and 11 boys, reflecting the strong performance of girls in the district. District topper Ridhima Bose secured an impressive 98.92% by scoring 643 out of 650 marks. Coming from a humble background, she credited her success to self-study, discipline and the constant support of her teachers and parents. Ridhima balanced her studies with extra-curricular activities like debates and art and craft, which helped her stay mentally refreshed during preparation. “Creative activities helped me manage stress, while my PHOTOS: ASHWANI DHIMAN Tribune News Service Sukhpreet Singh Tribune News Service RIDHIMA BOSE SACHI RAI RANK: FIRST (MARKS: 643/650) RANK: SECOND (MARKS: 642/650) 98.92% 98.77% family and teachers were my biggest support,” she said. Close on her heels was Sachi Rai, who secured second position with 98.77%, missing the top spot by just one mark with 642 marks. A non-medical student, Sachi aspires to join the Indian Administrative Ser- vice. She said self-study played a crucial role in her preparation. “My teachers were always there to guide me, and my parents’ support kept me motivated,” she added. Taranpreet Kaur, daughter of a carpenter, secured the third position with 98.46%, scoring 640 marks. A student of Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School, she relied largely on self-study despite financial constraints, with her family earning around Rs 10,000 per month. She has opted for the commerce stream and aims to become a chartered accountant. PSEB chairman Amarpal Singh said Ludhiana’s performance had been outstanding, with the district contributing the maximum number of students to the state merit list. Girl power grabs top ranks, lone boy placed at 6th position Ludhiana, May 11 Girls outshone boys in the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class X results in Ludhiana district, securing nine of the top 10 positions in the district merit list declared on Monday. The only boy to make it to the top 10 was Luxman Yadav of Children Valley Public Senior Secondary School, GTB Nagar, who secured the sixth position with 97.54 per cent marks. Ridhima Bose of Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School, Shimlapuri, topped the district by scoring 643 marks out of 650 (98.92 per cent). Sachi Rai, also from the same school, bagged the second position with 642 marks (98.77 per cent), while Taranpreet Kaur secured the third position with 640 marks (98.46 per cent). Mehak Sharma of BCM Senior Secondary School, Jamalpur Colony, stood fourth with 638 marks (98.15 per cent). Jaspreet Kaur of RS Model Senior Secondary School, Shastri Nagar, secured the fifth position with 637 marks (98 per cent). The lone boy in the district top 10, Luxman Yadav, scored 634 marks (97.54 per cent). Suhana of Teja Singh Sutantar Memor- Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School studentsin a jubilant mood after the results. ASHWANI DHIMAN ial Senior Secondary School also secured 634 marks and shared the same percentage. Ravneet Kaur of Dasmesh Model Senior Secondary School, Doraha, and Pardeep Kaur of Guru Amardas Public Senior Sec- ondary School, Jhorran, scored 633 marks each with 97.38 per cent. Ankrita of Merry Mint Public High School, New Amar Nagar, also secured 633 marks and featured in the district top 10 list. Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School, Shimlapuri, dominated the merit list with four students figuring among the district top performers. School principals and parents expressed happiness over the excellent performance of students and said the results reflected the hard work of students and teachers alike. — TNS Tension prevails in city as BJP protests outside Police Commissioner’s office Ex-serviceman shoots son dead, ends life by taking poison Shivani Bhakoo Nikhil Bhardwaj Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Ludhiana, May 11 A day after a clash between leaders and supporters of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the BJP the saffron leader, ship in Ludhiana staged a protest outside the Commissioner of Police (CP) office, alleging police bias and announcing a symbolic “lockdown” of the premises. In a fresh flare-up, two unidentified miscreants, while reportedly raising proAAP slogans, approached BJP workers, who were waiting for their vehicles after the protest. They threw ink at party leaders, including Anil Sarin and Gurdev Sharma Debi. The incident, which occurred in the presence of police personnel, reignited tension in the area. District BJP president Rajnish Dhiman warned the police against the alleged bias. “Today, we are accompanied by 2,000 persons, tomorrow the numbers will multiply. The people of Punjab have seen the real face of AAP and its leaders. The police must act transparently and not dance to their tunes,” he said. Echoing similar concerns, Sarin criticised the law and order situation. “The law and order situation is in a shambles. Look at the audacity of the two men who, in front of the police, threw ink at BJP Ludhiana, May 11 A domestic dispute in Ludhiana on Sunday night took a horrific turn when an ex-serviceman shot dead his only son in the middle of a street. After committing the crime, the accused returned home and swallowed poison (celphos). Neighbours rushed the two to a hospital, where doctors declared them brought dead. The son had reportedly objected to his father’s desire for a second marriage. After his wife’s death, the father was reportedly in contact with another woman and wanted to marry her. However, the son opposed this. The incident occurred in the New Aggar Nagar area of Ludhiana. According to reports, a fight broke out between a Gursharan Singh (40) and his father Surinder Singh (66), which went on for hours. Suddenly, Surinder pulled out his licensed 12bore double-barrel gun and began firing. Following this, his son started running on the street for cover. The accused followed Ginni while continuing to fire shots. A bullet grazed Ginni’s arm, seriously injuring him. He fell to the ground. The father then fired two more shots, killing his son on the spot. He returned home and within 10 minutes, swallowed celphos tablets. continued on page 2 A BJP worker shows a lock in a symbolic gesture to close the Police Commissioner’s office during a protest held on Monday. TRIBUNE PHOTO: HIMANSHU MAHAJAN leaders while the police remained clueless,” he said. Heavy police deployment was seen at the main entrance of the CP office on the Ferozepur road, with barricades erected to prevent BJP workers from entering. The party had earlier announced plans to “lock” the office at noon, alleging inaction against AAP workers, who had reportedly attempted to enter the BJP office a day earlier. When stopped, BJP leaders handed over a lock and key to the Deputy Commissioner of Police as a symbolic gesture, while raising slogans against AAP and the police. Tempers escalated further following the ink attack. “Everyone witnessed the incident — this shows the helplessness of the police,” Sarin added. AAP hits back, says Punjab ‘different’ Meanwhile, AAP leaders warned the BJP against misreading the political climate in Punjab. Responding to BJP’s actions following the seven-day remand of minister Sanjeev Arora, local MLAs and party leaders asserted that such moves would not dent the morale of AAP workers. “This is Punjab, not a state that surrenders in fear. The BJP follows a set political pattern ahead of elections, but the people here are resilient and will respond strongly in the 2027 elections,” said Neel Garg. MLA Madan Lal Bagga accused the BJP of pursuing a “divide-and-rule” strategy. “The BJP has a history of dividing parties. Look at what happened to the Shiromani Akali Dal. Similar attempts are being made to divide AAP but instead, the , morale of our cadre has only strengthened. We will give a befitting reply,” he said. c m y b Ludhiana, May 11 In a story of determination and hard work, Taranpreet Kaur, daughter of a carpenter, has secured an impressive 98.46% marks, emerging as the third topper in the district. A student of Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School, she scored 640 out of 650 marks, proving that dedication can overcome all odds. Coming from a modest family with a monthly income of around Rs 10,000, Taranpreet relied mainly on self-study to achieve this remarkable feat. She has now chosen the commerce stream for her higher studies and aspires to become a chartered accountant. “I focussed on understanding concepts and followed a regular study routine. Consistency helped me the most,” she said. Despite limited resources, Taranpreet balanced her studies with household responsibilities. She regularly helped her mother in daily chores while continuing her preparation. She also credited her teachers for their constant guidance and support, which played a key role in her success. Taranpreet with her parents. TARANPREET KAUR RANK: THIRD (MARKS: 640/650 ) 98.46% Her father expressed pride in her achievement, saying that it was the result of her hard work and determination. Taranpreet also has a younger brother studying in Class VIII, whom she hopes to inspire through her journey. Apart from academics, she enjoys crafts and reading books, which she says help her stay focussed and relaxed. Her achievement has brought joy not only to her family, but also to her school, where teachers described her as a sincere and disciplined student. Taranpreet’s success stands as an inspiring example for many students, showing that with dedication, discipline and the right guidance, even the most challenging circumstances can be turned into stepping stones for success.