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Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Family of four assaulted by neighbour over pet poop tiff
A family residing in Bhola Colony, Manakwal Road, was allegedly assaulted by their neighbour and his aides over defecation by their pet dog. The Sadar Police lodged an FIR against seven accused including five women, while four of their aides are yet to be identified. The accused have been identified as Balwinder Singh of Bhola Colony, his wife Gurpreet Kaur, Kamaljit Singh, his wife Karamjit Kaur, aides Payal, Shalu and Beenu. Four of the accused are yet to be identified. The FIR has been lodged following the statement of Gurinder Singh of Bhola Colony. The complainant stated that the accused used to bring their pet dog to defecate outside their home. On April 28, when he objected to it the accused started abusing him. On being confronted the accused started threatening them and left to return with his aide. The complainant added that the accused opened an attack on him, his wife Purnima, his two nieces Mansi Chaterji and Khushi Chaterji and fled, leaving them injured. He later alerted the police and filed a complaint. ASI Davinder Singh, who is investigating the case, stated that the FIR has been lodged following an investigation. A case under Sections 115(2), 126 (2), 351 (1), 351(3), 191(3) and 190 of BNS has been lodged against the accused at Sadar Police station. A hunt is on for the arrest of the accused.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Ludhiana air pollution levels breach safe limits, claims data
Ludhiana: As Ludhiana earns the dubious distinction of being among the most polluted cities in the world, air quality data from the only Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (CAAQM) station currently operating in the city reveals a consistent breach of safe pollution thresholds—particularly for PM10, a coarse particulate matter linked to serious respiratory and cardiovascular health issues. According to official records, Ludhiana exceeded the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for PM10 on 15 days each in February and March. For PM2.5, exceedances occurred on seven days in February and 12 days in March. A recent analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) indicates that the air in Ludhiana was very polluted in February and March. "In Ludhiana, PM2.5 levels—tiny harmful particles from dust, smoke, and pollution that can enter the lungs and bloodstream—were 53 and 52 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m³). That's above the national safe limit of 40 µg/m³, set to protect people from serious health risks like asthma, lung disease, and heart problems, it stated." The analysis further states, "PM10 levels—larger particles that can still cause respiratory issues—were also high, averaging 100 µg/m³ in February and 103 µg/m³ in March, nearly twice the standard limit of 60 µg/m³. These figures underscore the severity and persistence of Ludhiana's air pollution crisis. In contrast, Amritsar exhibited much cleaner air. In February, PM2.5 levels remained within safe limits on all days, and only 10 days showed PM10 exceedances. By March, both PM2.5 and PM10 levels surpassed safe thresholds on just one day each—suggesting significant improvement and a possible model for intervention." Experts indicate that despite these insights, both cities operate with only a single CAAQM station, making it difficult to capture real-time, localised variations in pollution—especially in densely populated or industrial zones. They are urging state and municipal authorities to urgently invest in expanding the air quality monitoring network to inform effective public health interventions. "This data provides a valuable window into Punjab's urban air quality challenges," said Manoj Kumar, an analyst at the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). "Ludhiana's persistent exceedances point to urgent intervention needs." Gurpreet Kaur of Clean Air Punjab says the problem could not be solved if not measured. Civil society groups, research institutions, and community-based organisations are calling for an integrated clean air strategy—one that is rooted in data, health equity, and public accountability.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Health dept seizes 352 boxes of refined oil after 6 hospitalised
Six people from two villages near Rajpura town were rushed to the PGIMER, Chandigarh, in critical condition last week after they consumed refined soyabean oil with high levels of Vitamin D, supporting the hypothesis of a shared source of Vitamin D toxicity. The six patients, including two children, were admitted to the PGIMER, Chandigarh, after experiencing acute symptoms of vomiting and weakness. During their treatment, the PGIMER alerted the Patiala health department that all the six patients fell ill due to hypervitaminosis D, known as vitamin D toxicity. According to the communication of the PGIMER, Chandigarh, with the Patiala health department, preliminary analysis of an oil sample linked to the cases has revealed abnormally high levels of Vitamin D. Hypervitaminosis D is an acute medical condition that is caused by consuming excessive amounts of vitamin D, leading to dangerously high blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia). This can damage kidneys, bones, and soft tissues over time. Patiala health department officials said on Monday that the affected patients, two children from Alluna and four adults from Bhedwal village near Rajpura town in Patiala district, were admitted to the PGIMER last week. They had consumed 'Binni' refined oil purchased from a karyana store in Bhedwal village, they said. Dr Divjot Singh, district epidemiologist, said, 'Public announcements have been made in villages to stop using the refined oil of Binni brand. Our health workers in the area are on alert. We have not detected any other cases so far.' Health officials said that the refined oil reportedly had a high level of vitamin D, adding that the karyana store owner claimed that he had received packaged oil from Rajpura town. Officials said that a survey had already been conducted in both the villages, but no other case had been detected there. Meanwhile, the food wing of the Patiala health department also swung into action and collected samples of the 'Binni' refined oil. Dr Gurpreet Kaur, district health officer, said, 'We have already confiscated 352 boxes and 13 bottles of the refined oil. We have removed the harmful product from circulation. Samples of the seized products have been collected and sent for laboratory analysis to the state food lab in Kharar. Legal steps will be taken in accordance with the food safety laws once the investigation concludes.'
