Articles by Akanksha Attri
Of 43 in fray, 9 facing criminal cases in Ludhiana
9 out of 43 Lok Sabha candidates in Ludhiana have pending criminal cases, including BJP and SAD nominees. BJP's Ravneet Singh Bittu has 3 cases, while Independent Kirpal Singh Kapuri has 6 cases.
![Independent Kirpal Singh Kapuri tops list with six pending cases. (HT) Independent Kirpal Singh Kapuri tops list with six pending cases. (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/22/150x84/Independent-Kirpal-Singh-Kapuri-tops-list-with-six_1716397926883.jpeg)
Updated on May 22, 2024 10:42 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriPU final year law exam: Question paper not as per pattern, say students, seek grace marks
The students of the 10th semester appeared for the examination of “principle of taxation laws” on Monday and submitted an application to the controller office the same day claiming that the paper was not as per the pattern of the university and it could cost them nearly 30 marks
![There were five units in the 80 marks exam, in four units, each question carried 15 marks and the fifth unit was compulsory to attempt for the students. (HT File) There were five units in the 80 marks exam, in four units, each question carried 15 marks and the fifth unit was compulsory to attempt for the students. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/21/150x84/There-were-five-units-in-the-80-marks-exam--in-fou_1716317623426.jpg)
Updated on May 22, 2024 06:30 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Authorities face uphill task of readying Model Town school for June 1 polls
The school has been under construction for nearly eight months, so no classes have been conducted there since then
![Three polling booths would be set up in the school building and with only 10 days left until the polling day, no arrangement has been made so far. (Manish/HT) Three polling booths would be set up in the school building and with only 10 days left until the polling day, no arrangement has been made so far. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/21/150x84/Three-polling-booths-would-be-set-up-in-the-school_1716310361108.jpg)
Published on May 21, 2024 10:23 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana teachers’ body to hold rally over ‘unmet’ demands
Teachers and pensioners in thousands would be a part of the rally starting from the old grain market to the sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) office
![Ludhiana deputy commissioner Sakshi Sawhney said that the administration has no information of any such protest. (HT File) Ludhiana deputy commissioner Sakshi Sawhney said that the administration has no information of any such protest. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/19/150x84/Ludhiana-deputy-commissioner-Sakshi-Sawhney-said-t_1716137129491.jpg)
Published on May 19, 2024 10:16 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana students ditching sciences in favour of humanities
Counselling for Class 11 admissions in district's 16 schools of eminence concluded with a shift towards humanities over science and commerce streams.
![Baddowal SOE principal Munila Arora said this year, 14 students have been admitted in humanities as compared to none in the previous year. (Manish/HT) Baddowal SOE principal Munila Arora said this year, 14 students have been admitted in humanities as compared to none in the previous year. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/17/150x84/Baddowal-SOE-principal-Munila-Arora-said-this-year_1715965953230.jpg)
Updated on May 17, 2024 10:43 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriNursery and LKG students should be covered in mid day meal, say Ludhiana teachers
A teacher said though the scheme is only for the students from class UKG onwards, if a student of a class lower than this asks for a meal, they are not refused as some extra food is always available
![Kindergarten students of a primary government school having mid day meal in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Manish/HT) Kindergarten students of a primary government school having mid day meal in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/16/150x84/Kindergarten-students-of-a-primary-government-scho_1715882702881.jpg)
Updated on May 17, 2024 05:42 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriAmid scorching heat, teachers, parents bat for change in timings of Ludhiana govt schools
Parents of siblings enrolled in same school prefer coming once, irked by varied dispersal time of different classes
![Sometimes, the kindergarten students are bound to wait in the school premises till 2 pm. (HT File/ For reference) Sometimes, the kindergarten students are bound to wait in the school premises till 2 pm. (HT File/ For reference)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/15/150x84/Sometimes--the-kindergarten-students-are-bound-to-_1715793826667.jpg)
Published on May 15, 2024 10:54 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriPunjab govt residential schools demand offline coaching for JEE, NEET
Currently, the students are provided online coaching classes through recorded lectures under the umbrella of the Punjab Academic Coaching for Excellence programme and the SATHEE portal
![A Class 12 medical student of Meritorious School mentioned that the students of the commerce stream are provided with offline coaching from the beginning of the session. (HT File) A Class 12 medical student of Meritorious School mentioned that the students of the commerce stream are provided with offline coaching from the beginning of the session. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/14/150x84/A-Class-12-medical-student-of-Meritorious-School-m_1715709675073.jpg)
Updated on May 15, 2024 05:16 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriWith 99.2% in CBSE Class 12, Guru Nanak school’s Avleen tops Ludhiana
Avleen belongs to a business family and aspires to become a chartered accountant and is preparing through online resources
![Avleen Kaur (Manish/HT) Avleen Kaur (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/13/150x84/Avleen-Kaur--Manish-HT-_1715620589369.jpg)
Published on May 13, 2024 10:47 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Government schools suffer from staff shortage amid 8K enrolments for nursery
Till now, a total of 84,810 students have been enrolled across the state with 8,225 of them from Ludhiana district, which is maximum among all the other districts. Ludhiana is followed by Patiala with 7,619 enrolments and Hoshiarpur with 5,867 enrolments, so far
![Apart from sweepers, primary schools of the state do not have any other non-teaching staff due to which they have to look into each and every need of the students themselves, including attending to them when they need to use washrooms. (HT file) Apart from sweepers, primary schools of the state do not have any other non-teaching staff due to which they have to look into each and every need of the students themselves, including attending to them when they need to use washrooms. (HT file)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/10/150x84/Apart-from-sweepers--primary-schools-of-the-state-_1715364028162.jpg)
Updated on May 11, 2024 05:20 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana girls getting closer to joining state army institute
Arshdeep Kaur and Khushpreet Kaur cleared the written exam for a training course at Mai Bhago AFPI in their first attempt, aiming to join the Indian Army.
![Khushpreet Kaur (HT) Khushpreet Kaur (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/09/150x84/Khushpreet-Kaur--HT-_1715274904863.jpg)
Updated on May 09, 2024 10:45 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha Attri2 hockey players from Ludhiana-based academy make it to India junior squad
Arshdeep Singh and Princedeep Singh are pass outs of the Malwa Hockey Academy, Ludhiana, have been called to the India junior men’s hockey team to embark on a Europe tour from May 18 to May 31.
![A team of 40 players was selected during the trials in December last year and out of these only 20, of which six players are from Punjab, have been selected for the tour. (Getty image) A team of 40 players was selected during the trials in December last year and out of these only 20, of which six players are from Punjab, have been selected for the tour. (Getty image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/08/150x84/A-team-of-40-players-was-selected-during-the-trial_1715189134193.jpg)
Published on May 08, 2024 10:56 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana coach urges kin, schools to boost youth participation
World Athletics Day raises awareness about sports, but Ludhiana coaches cite academic pressure, lack of parental support, and inadequate training as reasons for youth dropping out.
![The track and field coaches of the city mentioned some reasons of the youth dropping out of sports. (HT File) The track and field coaches of the city mentioned some reasons of the youth dropping out of sports. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/06/150x84/The-track-and-field-coaches-of-the-city-mentioned-_1715016545927.jpg)
Updated on May 06, 2024 10:59 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana boy Reyansh gets 99.6% in ICSE Class 10
As per Class 10 results, Vaman Gupta and Tia Upadhyaya, came in at second and third positions with 99.4% and 99.2%, respectively
![Class 12 students of Sat Paul Mittal School celebrating after the ICSE result declared in Ludhiana on Monday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT) Class 12 students of Sat Paul Mittal School celebrating after the ICSE result declared in Ludhiana on Monday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/06/150x84/Class-12-students-of-Sat-Paul-Mittal-School-celebr_1715015945867.jpg)
Published on May 06, 2024 10:49 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Teachers push for regularisation, ‘proper’ increments
Despite delivering results across the state in board exams as well as competitive examinations, the lecturers of meritorious schools decry no acknowledgement from the government for their efforts
![There were four meritorious schools initially, later increased to 10 in 2016. (HT File) There were four meritorious schools initially, later increased to 10 in 2016. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/05/150x84/There-were-four-meritorious-schools-initially--lat_1714928906238.jpg)
Published on May 05, 2024 10:39 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriStaff irked by work delays at govt schools in Ludhiana sans heads
The academic staff of a government school said as the registration process is ongoing post result declaration, the signatures of the principal are mandatory for completion of documented work
![The work is halted as the school heads are not available due to election duties. (HT File) The work is halted as the school heads are not available due to election duties. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/04/150x84/The-work-is-halted-as-the-school-heads-are-not-ava_1714843146072.jpg)
Published on May 04, 2024 10:49 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Classes hit as computers at govt schools ‘inoperative, outdated’
The middle, high and senior secondary schools in the district have obsolete computer sets in the labs
![The government middle, high and senior secondary schools in the district have ‘obsolete’ computer sets in the labs. (Manish/ht) The government middle, high and senior secondary schools in the district have ‘obsolete’ computer sets in the labs. (Manish/ht)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/03/150x84/The-government-middle--high-and-senior-secondary-s_1714762005933.jpg)
Updated on May 04, 2024 06:48 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana schools suffer as govt withdraws unutilised funds
Government school development works halted due to withdrawal of grants, delayed payments to vendors and salaries of staff. Authorities await reallocation of funds.
![The school authorities said, there is pending deposition of sports fund to the department and delayed payments to the vendors involved in various development work of the schools. (HT File Photo) The school authorities said, there is pending deposition of sports fund to the department and delayed payments to the vendors involved in various development work of the schools. (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/02/150x84/The-school-authorities-said--there-is-pending-depo_1714670720628.jpg)
Updated on May 02, 2024 10:56 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriClass 11 students at Ludhiana govt school await lecturers
A total of three posts have been allotted to the school including two lecturers and a principal, all of which lie vacant as of now
![Students filling the form for admission in Government Senior Secondary School, Sunet, on Monday. (Manish/HT) Students filling the form for admission in Government Senior Secondary School, Sunet, on Monday. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/29/150x84/Students-filling-the-form-for-admission-in-Governm_1714411035415.jpg)
Published on Apr 29, 2024 10:48 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Student Police Cadet programme to pick up pace as funds pour in
SPC programme aims to make students familiar with the police functioning from close quarters and make them active partners in governance and security
![Students of Shahpur government senior secondary school during an event under SPC in Ludhiana on Sunday. (HT Photo) Students of Shahpur government senior secondary school during an event under SPC in Ludhiana on Sunday. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/28/150x84/Students-of-Shahpur-government-senior-secondary-sc_1714325073411.jpeg)
Published on Apr 28, 2024 10:55 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Govt educators, parents irked by Mission Samarth
Criticism surrounds Mission Samarth aimed at student growth in government schools as parents and teachers express concerns over curriculum and independence.
![DEO claims students are switching from private schools to government institutions due ti improving infra. (Manish/HT) DEO claims students are switching from private schools to government institutions due ti improving infra. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/27/150x84/DEO-claims-students-are-switching-from-private-sch_1714238231719.jpg)
Updated on Apr 27, 2024 10:47 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana govt teachers push for merger of schools in close proximity
Government schools in rural areas struggle to meet enrolment targets due to proximity of multiple schools. Merger proposed for financial efficiency.
![Government Primary School Sudhar block in Ludhiana. (HT Photo) Government Primary School Sudhar block in Ludhiana. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/26/150x84/Government-Primary-School-Sudhar-block-in-Ludhiana_1714151803667.jpg)
Updated on Apr 26, 2024 10:47 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana boy secures AIR 81 in JEE Mains exam
Most of the students from the city who did well said that they would opt for computer science in undergraduate course
![Agrim Bhanot (centre), who secured AIR 81, celebrates with other students after the results of JEE Main exam were declared, in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Manish/HT) Agrim Bhanot (centre), who secured AIR 81, celebrates with other students after the results of JEE Main exam were declared, in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/25/150x84/Agrim-Bhanot--centre---who-secured-AIR-81--celebra_1714066425719.jpg)
Updated on Apr 26, 2024 05:02 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriInfra devp a far cry for 27 govt schools running on pvt land in Ludhiana
27 government schools in the district, situated on privately owned land, struggle with infrastructure development, leading to overcrowded classrooms and discomfort for both students and teachers.
![Government Primary Smart School in Kundanpuri, Ludhiana. (HT Photo) Government Primary Smart School in Kundanpuri, Ludhiana. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/23/150x84/Government-Primary-Smart-School-in-Kundanpuri--Lud_1713894579017.jpg)
Updated on Apr 24, 2024 05:14 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana academics split over new PhD guidelines
While most of the academicians consider the guideline a boon for the students, a few believed it to be not as beneficial as it seems
![According to the guideline by UGC, the students with four-year undergraduate courses and 75% or above are eligible to directly pursue PhD with or without a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and without a master’s degree. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) According to the guideline by UGC, the students with four-year undergraduate courses and 75% or above are eligible to directly pursue PhD with or without a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and without a master’s degree. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/22/150x84/According-to-the-guideline-by-UGC--the-students-wi_1713807398886.jpg)
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 05:10 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana teachers split over career counselling programme
The state education department had recently released the calendar of activities to be conducted by the school authorities under the guidance and career counselling programme
![The programme is aimed at providing academic and psychological support to the students. (HT File Photo/For reference) The programme is aimed at providing academic and psychological support to the students. (HT File Photo/For reference)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/21/150x84/The-programme-is-aimed-at-providing-academic-and-p_1713721627692.jpg)
Updated on Apr 22, 2024 05:18 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana Class 9 students in a fix over admission criteria
The students under Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), appeared for an entrance examination on March 30 for admissions in schools of eminence (SOE) and meritorious schools; PSEB had recently released the list of eligible students
![Against 36 available seats, 464 students have cleared the entrance examination. (HT File Photo) Against 36 available seats, 464 students have cleared the entrance examination. (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/20/150x84/Against-36-available-seats--464-students-have-clea_1713632620877.jpg)
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 10:34 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Government school hockey players to turn mentors for private schools
The Mundian School has its hockey nursery where at present, more than 65 girl students are trained; the school team has won various championships in U-12, U-14, U-17 and U-19 categories at district and state levels
![Hockey players in action during a practice match at Government Senior Secondary Smart School in Mundian Kalan, Ludhiana, on Friday. (Manish/HT) Hockey players in action during a practice match at Government Senior Secondary Smart School in Mundian Kalan, Ludhiana, on Friday. (Manish/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/150x84/Hockey-players-in-action-during-a-practice-match-a_1713550516418.jpg)
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 05:30 AM IST
, Ludhiana
Akanksha AttriLudhiana: Perfect 100% for Aditi, a softball fan who aspires to be cosmetic surgeon
Aditi, 16, of Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School, secured a perfect 100% in the examination conducted from February 13 to February 28
![Aditi, who topped the PSEB exams, celebrates with her parents in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT) Aditi, who topped the PSEB exams, celebrates with her parents in Ludhiana on Thursday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/18/150x84/Aditi--who-topped-the-PSEB-exams--celebrates-with-_1713460669902.jpg)
Published on Apr 18, 2024 10:48 PM IST
Ludhiana: Auto-driver’s daughter defies all odds to secure over 96%
“I am the first one in my family who secured a position in the board examination; I credit my teachers who provided their support throughout the year,” Kaur said
![Amandeep Kaur. (HT Photo) Amandeep Kaur. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/18/150x84/Amandeep-Kaur---HT-Photo-_1713460310047.jpg)
Published on Apr 18, 2024 10:42 PM IST
, Ludhiana
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