Radio Pakistan 'concerned' about drug-addictionOctober 3rd, 2009 ABOHAR - The Punjabi Durbar programme of Radio Pakistan broadcast a programme expressing concern about the spread of drug addiction among Punjabi youth. A discerning observer points out that the concern expressed by Radio Pakistan is genuine, as there are a number of people in Pakistani Punjab who are addicted to drugs.
Hyderabad based NGO transforms Punjab villagers' lives with clean drinking waterAugust 10th, 2009 ABOHAR - Life of a large number of villagers in Punjab's Muktsar district has transformed since they have been enabled to have safe drinking water with the initiative of a non-governmental organization here. Till recently, the villagers had to cope up with the contaminated groundwater which had threatened their lives due to water borne diseases caused by such a water.
Punjab villagers benefiting from Reverse Osmosis plantsJuly 17th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Many Punjab villagers are benefiting from a clean drinking water programme run by a non-governmental organization, which is establishing Reverse Osmosis (R.O) plants. So far, Naandi foundation has established 85 R.O plants, which are providing clean water to more than 450 villages.
Radio Pakistan continues to be wishfulJuly 1st, 2009 ABOHAR - Pakistan, which was able to divide the Hindus and Sikhs in Punjab in the early eighties, hopes to recreate the situation if one has to believe the Punjabi Durbar programme broadcast recently. Unmindful of the fact that the Government in Punjab is a coalition of the Akali Dal with the Bharatiya Janata Party, the programme has been stating that the Sikh community has not been given its due by 'Hindu dominated government'.
Heat wave hits wildlife in JammuJuly 1st, 2009 Jasrota,KATHUA - Acute water shortage in Jammu has led to death of a number of animals in and around the Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary. The natural water reserves have all dried up due to the heat wave and the authorities have been unable to arrange drinking water for the zoo inmates.
Low water level in Bhakra dam to cause problems in north IndiaJune 24th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - The depleting water level in the Bhakra Nangal dam is going to further problems of many north Indian States who depend heavily on it for irrigation and drinking water purposes. With a delayed monsoon and prevailing heat conditions, the level of water has reduced to 1,504 feet (450 metres), which is 90 feet less than what it was at the corresponding time last year.
Punjab Agricultural University develops 30-rupee water-testing kitJune 20th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Punjab Agricultural University's microbiology department has developed a water testing kit to help people ward off numerous water borne diseases. The kit, priced at just 30 rupees, was earlier used to test water samples from various offices, hospitals and other organisations, but now people can test water in their homes.
Water testing kit developed by a university in PunjabJune 20th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - The microbiology department of Punjab Agricultural University has developed a water testing kit to help people test water at their homes and ward off numerous water borne diseases. "From what I have surveyed, 85 percent of the water sample in Punjab is not portable.
10 crore sanctioned for drinking water supply to West BengalJune 1st, 2009 NEW DELHI - Union Rural Development Minister Dr. C. P. Joshi has sanctioned an amount of Rs.
Clean drinking water not a priority for Delhi University: DUSUMay 20th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) Wednesday alleged that colleges of the Delhi University are not serious about providing clean drinking water to students. 'Most of the colleges in Delhi University do not provide clean drinking water.
Agra faces acute drinking water shortageMay 18th, 2009 AGRA - Ever since the mercury has risen this summer, breaking several oldecords, residents of Agra are enduring acute shortage of drinking water and even compelled to buy water at a premium. In some areas one can witness the broken water mains over a drain and people hanging their buckets to fetch drinking water from the cracked pipes just above the slushy drain.
Radio Pakistan says Sikhs in India are forcibly convertedApril 6th, 2009 ABOHAR - Facing criticism both internationally as also at home over the increased number of attacks against peaceful citizens, Radio Pakistan has been trying hard to project that India too is facing similar problems. Through the recent broadcast of the Punjabi Durbar program, the programme has been heard trying to spread misinformation that Hindus are forcing members of minority communities to convert themselves in India.
Radio Pakistan says Hindus suppressing Hindus in IndiaMarch 27th, 2009 ABOHAR - The Punjabi Durbar programme of the Pakistan Radio seems to have run out of ideas in the preparation of their programmes. With the country facing increasing criticism for giving harbour to fundamentalist forces, the Radio is trying to spread the word that India too is faced with similar problems.
Punjab to provide safe drinking water in 471 villagesFebruary 17th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Enthused with the response of Reverse Osmosis (RO) drinking water plants that were set up in the Gidderbaha area of Punjab a year ago, the state government is planning to expand the project to other districts of the state. The state government has identified 471 more villages in the districts of Mansa, Fridkot, Muktsar and Bathinda in the Malwa belt in south-west Punjab where availability of safe drinking water is a problem.
Advani promises drinking water supply to allJanuary 26th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will supply drinking water to all citizens of the country if it comes to power, its prime ministerial hopeful L.K. Advani said here Tuesday.
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