Nitin Gadkari reviews road projects related to Haryana in New Delhi

Chandigarh: To accelerate the development of highway infrastructure in Haryana, several road projects related to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will now be expedited. A review meeting was held under the chairmanship of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi regarding road projects related to Haryana. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended this meeting. In the meeting, discussions were held on issues related to removing the Kherki Daula Toll Plaza, preparing a new ring road for Kurukshetra, and connecting Jewar International Airport to Faridabad-Ballabgarh Bypass from Mohna. Saini suggested that garbage waste and fly ash from electricity plants could be more effectively utilised for road construction. He said that applications can be made on the portal of the Haryana government for soil-related works in National Highway projects, and efforts will be made to fulfill the availability of soil.

Agniveer scheme should be completely abolished: Hooda

Chandigarh: Former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Wednesday said that 10 percent reservation in Group-C and 20 percent reservation in Group-D in the departments of the Central Government is already fixed for ex-servicemen. In such a situation, there is no justification for the announcement of giving 10 percent reservation to Agniveers in the security forces. This seems to be an announcement by the BJP to mislead the people,” he said and added that the Agniveer scheme should be completely abolished and 100 percent of the youth recruited should get a chance to serve in the Army.

Three-day forensic training program launched for public prosecutors

Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Secretary TVSN Prasad on Wednesday virtually inaugurated the first-of-its-kind three-day training program for the state's public prosecutors (District Attorneys and Additional District Attorneys) today. The program focuses on forensic analysis and other aspects of criminal justice delivery. On June 29, an agreement was signed between the Haryana Government and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, to enhance, facilitate, and strengthen collaborative activities in forensic and prosecutorial training, research, and forensic sample testing. As part of this initiative, the training course was launched today at HIPA, Gurugram. Initially, 26 District Attorneys and Additional District Attorneys participated.

ACS Anurag Agarwal appointed as in-charge of Bhiwani district

Chandigarh: Haryana Government has assigned Anurag Agarwal, Additional Chief Secretary of the PW (B&R), Architecture, Irrigation and Water Resources Department, as the in-charge of Bhiwani district. He will take on this role in addition to his current duties, replacing Pankaj Agarwal, Chief Electoral Officer, Haryana. An order to this effect has been issued by Chief Secretary TVSN Prasad. As per the orders, he will review projects worth Rs 25 Crores and more of the district.

Hry Govt reschedules "Hariyali Teej" restricted Holiday

Chandigarh: The Haryana Government on Wednesday announced a change in the observance date for the restricted holiday of "Hariyali Teej". The holiday will now be observed on August 7 instead of the previously scheduled September 6.

 Sri Chaitanya Launches SCORE Exam in Chandigarh and Panchkula

Chandigarh: Sri Chaitanya inaugurated its Outstanding Achiever Reward Examination (SCORE) at its Chandigarh and Panchkula campuses. This exam is recognized as a promising scholarship-cum-talent search examination, providing an extensive platform for students to showcase their abilities and earn rewards. SCORE, on 6th October 2024, aims to identify and nurture young talent by offering scholarships, cash prizes, consolation prizes, and exceptional mentoring and career guidance from subject professionals. With over 7 Lakh students registered for SCORE 2023 across India, this initiative serves as a crucial stepping stone for students aspiring to excel in prestigious exams like JEE Main, JEE Advanced, NEET, and Olympiads. Register at www.srichaitanyascore.com.

CM's insincerity caused financial chaos in Punjab: Bajwa

Chandigarh: The economic condition of Punjab has plunged into chaos under the Aam Aadmi Party regime, charged the Leader of Opposition in Vidhan Sabha Partap Singh Bajwa on Wednesday. Bajwa accused the AAP Government of mishandling Punjab’s finances with sheer insincerity.  Bajwa criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's recent efforts to address the state’s financial woes. “CM Mann met with 16th Finance Commission chairman Arvind Panagariya in New Delhi and previously consulted former economic advisor Arvind Subramanian for economic revival strategies,” he pointed.  “Following the humiliating defeat in the Lok Sabha elections, Mann seems to have woken up to the fiscal crisis,” Bajwa stated. “Had the CM worked diligently earlier, Punjab wouldn't be in this rush. His arrogance and immaturity have led to this financial crunch,” he added.

PSPCL, Mandi Board’s green initiatives aim to preserve environment, reduce carbon footprint

Chandigarh: The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has installed innovative ‘Solar Trees’ in Patiala city. These installations are projected to generate 52,000 units of electricity annually, offsetting 41 tons of carbon dioxide emissions, an environmental impact equivalent to planting 1,015 fully matured trees. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to reduce the carbon footprint and promote green energy solutions in Punjab, said the state Power and Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO, while lauding the efforts of both PSPCL and P unjab Mandi Board at a function organized by the latter to distribute free plant saplings under the second phase of the ‘Shaheed Bhagat Singh Haryaval Lehar’. “The 'Solar Trees' project and our widespread tree planting efforts are significant strides towards realizing Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann's vision of a cleaner and greener Punjab,” he said.

 Punjab to soon start recruitment of district, tehsil Social Justice and Empowerment Officers

Chandigarh: Punjab Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities Department is set to initiate the recruitment process for District and Tehsil Social Justice and Empowerment Officers, aiming to strengthen its operations. Making the announcement during a review meeting, the Minister in-charge Dr Baljit Kaur instructed the officers to organize awareness camps within a month to educate the public on various schemes run by the department. The Minister also directed the officials to coordinate with the Additional Deputy Commissioners to take action under the Adarsh Gram Yojana and to submit reports within 15 days after utilizing the outstanding funds under various schemes.