Punjab

Surinder Kumar is the owner of a tea shop, and he sells tea inside the court complex of the sub-divisional magistrate in Jalandhar. Today, he is a very proud father because his daughter will soon take the position of a Judge in the very same court.

Over 100 women farmers have come together to reduce the impact of whiteflies on cotton crops. They have started a campaign to spread awareness about natural sprays to get rid of the pests and improve the production.

A group of young men lost balance in a canal while immersing Ganesha idols. Two Sikh men instantly opened their turbans and hurled them towards the drowning people to save their lives. This is how they did it.

A government school in Sangrur, Punjab found a great way to recognise and honour its construction workers by putting their names on the foundation plaque of the building. The plaque has the names of all the 21 workers including carpenters, masons, plumbers, electricians and painters.

From living on the margins of society to living a life of dignity, transgenders in Punjab may well receive the life changing opportunity to serve as conductors and safety guards on buses.

Punjab government is setting up a skill development centre for training drivers of heavy vehicles with the view of making the roads much safer.

When asked how he managed to run the 26-mile marathon, 89-year-old Fauja replied: "The first 20 miles are not difficult. As for the last six miles, I run while talking to God.”

The residents of Jalaldiwal village created a hockey "academy" for underprivileged kids. Read about the impact it had on their lives.

The villagers of Sirsa district in Haryana contributed Rs 1 crore to make a bridge. The bridge is almost complete now.

Solar power projects are set to see a new light in Punjab, with the state government inviting investors for the same.