The Roller Flour Millers Association of Punjab on Thursday asked the Centre to resolve the wheat supply crisis being faced by the industry in the state.

The association, which represents the wheat processing industry, organised an awareness workshop here on issues which will add value to enhancing the profitability and legal compliance of the industry.

The function was presided over by Principal Secretary, Food & Civil Supplies, Vikas Garg.

Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College (BBSBEC) organized a special lecture on the occasion of International Mother Language Day, where renowned language expert Dr. Rajesh Sharma emphasized the vital role of languages in shaping identities, cultures, and societies.Dr. Sharma highlighted that languages are not merely a means of communication but serve as a reflection of ethos and traditions. He stressed the significance of preserving native languages to maintain cultural diversity and foster inclusivity.The event witnessed active participation from students and faculty members, who engaged in an insightful discussion on the relevance of languages in today’s globalized world.The program commenced with a formal welcome by Principal Dr. Lakhvir Singh, who also presented a token of gratitude to Dr. Sharma on behalf of the BBSBEC family. Dr. Amritbir Singh, Head of the Department of Applied Sciences, played a key role in organizing the event.Dr. J.S. Oberoi, Head of the Training and Placement Cell, also graced the occasion, while Dr. Mohinderpal Kaur conducted the stage proceedings.The lecture was attended by esteemed faculty members, including Dr. Bikramjit Singh, Dr. Arishu Kaushik, Prof. Gagandeep Singh, Dr. Sarbjeet Kaur, Dr. Harleen Kaur, Prof. Sonia, Prof. Manpreet Kaur, and Prof. Parneet Kaur.The event successfully underscored the importance of linguistic heritage and its preservation for future generations.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday slammed the traditional political leaders especially Sukhbir Badal and Sunil Jakhar for posing while enjoying weddings, receptions and feasts whereas food growers of the state are undergoing fast to get their demands met.

The Chief Minister said that this clearly reflects the insensitivity and insincerity of this 'elite' political class that has ruled the state for decades. He said that these political leaders have always hobnobbed with each other to secure their interests while ignoring the matters of the state and its people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these leaders spit venom against each other from their respective stages but embrace each other in such private functions which expose their dubious face.

The Chief Minister quipped that these leaders will justify their move by saying that this is their social obligation but they forget that due to their venomous speeches the social fabric of the state is disturbed adding that these leaders divide the people for their vested political interests but shamefully are hand in glove with each other. He said that these political leaders befool the people as in villages of state people fight with each other on the name of political parties but these leaders attend the marriages and functions of each other and embrace them which is surprising. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that such people should be taught a lesson and people should always elect the government of the common man.

The newly appointed youth of the state who were given a job letter by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday profusely thanked the state government for illuminating their lives by giving them jobs purely on merit.

Sharing his views Sukhpreet Singh thanked the Chief Minister by asserting that he and his wife Harpreet kaur had returned from abroad to join as Assistant Professor. He said that now there is no need to go abroad but work hard as the state government led by the Chief Minister is offering a number of opportunities to them.

Continuing mission rozgar, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday handed over appointment letters for government jobs to 497 youth thereby setting a new milestone by illuminating the lives of 50,892 families in the last around three years after assuming the charge of office.

On Wednesday, the Chief Minister handed over letters to youth in the Water supply and Sanitation department, School Education department, Higher Education and Languages, Rural Development and Science, Technology and Environment.

Addressing the gathering here at the Municipal Bhawan, the Chief Minister said that it is a momentous occasion when these youth are becoming the part of the family of Punjab government. He expressed hope that these youth will become an active partner in the socio-economic development of the state by joining these respective departments. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that for the first time in the history of the state, any government has given a record number of 50,892 jobs to the youth in 35 months of coming into power.

In an Intelligence-based operation, Punjab Police apprehended Harmandeep Singh from Mahal village in Amritsar district and recovered 10 kg heroin, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Wednesday.

The arrested man was constantly in touch with Pakistan-based smuggler Chacha Bawa, who sent heroin via drones in the Attari sector for further distribution, he said.

A First Information Report (FIR) under the NDPS Act has been registered and further investigation is underway to identify other associates.

Earlier, in one of the biggest heroin seizures of this year, Amritsar Rural Police last week busted a cross-border smuggling racket with the arrest of a drug smuggler and recovered 30 kg heroin from his possession.

The arrested accused was identified as Gursimranjit Singh, alias Simran, a resident of Baserke Gillan in Gharindha in Amritsar.

Dr. Balbir Singh, Health and Family Welfare Minister, Punjab, conducted a surprise check of Community Health Center Chanarthal Kalan and Civil Hospital Fatehgarh Sahib at night. During this checking, he checked the attendance of the staff on duty in the emergency; all the staff were found present on duty. He interacted with the patients who reached the hospital for treatment and got detailed information about the facilities being provided by the Punjab government in government health centers and hospitals.The health minister told the emergency medical officers posted on night duty that there should be no shortage of medicines in emergency services. He said that all the equipment used in the emergency should be in working condition, medicines, blood management, proper manpower, and power backup, etc., should be in order so that the patients do not face any problem during the night. Dr. Balbir Singh disclosed that the health department officials have been instructed to provide maximum benefit to the needy patients regarding the free health services being provided by the Punjab government. He instructed the staff to take full care of the patients and ensure that they perform their duties with dedication. During the checking, he spoke to the patients admitted in the emergency ward and reviewed the health services being provided to them and expressed satisfaction. He also spoke to the patients admitted to the district hospital because of dog bites and expressed satisfaction by getting information about the anti-rabies vaccine to be administered to those patients. Giving information regarding the checking, Civil Surgeon Dr. Davinderjit Kaur said that no stone would be left unturned in ensuring that the facilities being provided to the people through the health department reach every needy person, and strict compliance with the instructions given by the government from time to time would be ensured.

Dr. Balbir Singh, Health and Family Welfare Minister, Punjab, conducted a surprise check of Community Health Center Chanarthal Kalan and Civil Hospital Fatehgarh Sahib at night. During this checking, he checked the attendance of the staff on duty in the emergency; all the staff were found present on duty. He interacted with the patients who reached the hospital for treatment and got detailed information about the facilities being provided by the Punjab government in government health centers and hospitals.The health minister told the emergency medical officers posted on night duty that there should be no shortage of medicines in emergency services. He said that all the equipment used in the emergency should be in working condition, medicines, blood management, proper manpower, and power backup, etc., should be in order so that the patients do not face any problem during the night. Dr. Balbir Singh disclosed that the health department officials have been instructed to provide maximum benefit to the needy patients regarding the free health services being provided by the Punjab government. He instructed the staff to take full care of the patients and ensure that they perform their duties with dedication. During the checking, he spoke to the patients admitted in the emergency ward and reviewed the health services being provided to them and expressed satisfaction. He also spoke to the patients admitted to the district hospital because of dog bites and expressed satisfaction by getting information about the anti-rabies vaccine to be administered to those patients. Giving information regarding the checking, Civil Surgeon Dr. Davinderjit Kaur said that no stone would be left unturned in ensuring that the facilities being provided to the people through the health department reach every needy person, and strict compliance with the instructions given by the government from time to time would be ensured.