Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Virendra Kumar Vs State of Punjab dated 02/07/2020 regarding illegal operation of brick kilns in Fazilka and Mukatsar Districts of Punjab with the collusion of a Government Officer. The Punjab State Pollution Control (PSPCB) and the District Magistrate, Fazilka has …
Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Virendra Kumar Vs State of Punjab dated 02/07/2020 regarding illegal operation of brick kilns in Fazilka and Mukatsar Districts of Punjab with the collusion of a Government Officer. The Punjab State Pollution Control (PSPCB) and the District Magistrate, Fazilka has …
Even though the district administration is trying hard to perform its best under the Tandarust Punjab Mission, it has yet to tighten the noose around those selling adulterated food items and using harmful chemicals to ripen fruits and vegetables. However, Dr Sukhpal Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Muktsar, said, “Teams are …
The results of the water samples tested by the health authorities in Muktsar district show that the residents here are at a risk of contracting waterborne diseases. Of the total 45 water sample reports came so far this year, 23 have failed to clear the “potability” test. These samples were …
The province of Punjab is the main food basket of India. In recent years, many regions of Punjab are facing acute waterlogging problems and increased secondary salinity, which have negative impacts on food security of the nation. In particular, these problems are more pronounced in the Muktsar district of Punjab. …
Bathinda: The practice of farmers burning paddy stubble affects the health of nearly 85% people living in Bathinda and Muktsar districts in one form or another, a joint study conducted by a private medical institute in Punjab and an association of doctors has concluded. The study, conducted by the Adesh …
Twenty-one people have been tested positive for dengue in Muktsar district. Of these, 13 victims are from Malout, two each from Gidderbaha, Doda, Lambi and Alamwala. A Health Department official said 63 samples were sent for testing to Faridkot and the results of 10 were awaited. Dr Vikram Asija, District …
After losses in paddy and wheat, cotton harvest goes for a toss Kaka Singh, a cotton grower at Thuthianwali village, near Mansa, is a shattered man. The reason: Damage to his cotton crop. He had sown cotton in about 8.5 acres. However, the attack of whitefly has completely ruined his …
Despite the fact that hepatitis-C can damage liver, a majority of the people afflicted with the disease in Muktsar district are either unaware of its effects or unwilling to undergo treatment. Notably, the district has the most cancer cases in the state, with an average of 136 cancer patients per …