‘Haryana Teacher-student ratio as per RTE’ Chandigarh: Haryana Education Minister Geeta Bhukkal has said that Haryana is the first State in the country to have the teacher-students ratio as required under the Right to Education Act.
She said that the State Government had implemented the RTE Act effectively and special orientation programmes were being organised for teachers to equip them to provide quality education to children. Ten per cent seats in private schools have been reserved under the fundamental right to Education Act for children belonging to EWS. There is a provision of free education to children between 6 to 14 years of age under the Act and study material is also provided to them. The Government has also started 'Shiksha Diksha Programme', she added.
ECI to soon announce date of registration camps
Chandigarh: Election Commission of India (ECI) would set a date after the announcement of lok Sabha elections for camps to be held at all polling stations across the country where eligible persons of 18 years of age or above, could get themselves registered as voters, and those enrolled could get rectified any error that may have crept in the voters' list. Dr Alok Shukla, Deputy Election Commissioner, ECI, after reviewing the arrangements for lok Sabha elections at a meeting with District Election Officers (DEOs) of Haryana asked the DEOs to ensure such facilities as drinking water, ramp and toilet at every polling station for which help of NGOs and social workers could be sought. Video-recording and web-casting should be done at sensitive polling stations to identify the miscreants in case of any trouble.
Session on Key Growth Driver for Agri held Chandigarh: The interactive session titled Seed Industry — Key Growth Driver for Agriculture Sector in India was organised by Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company limited (Mahyco) at Hotel Park Plaza in Chandigarh. Dr Gurinder Randhawa, Principal Scientist, National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR); Dr Bharat Char, lead-Biotechnology, Mahyco and Ritesh Mishra, lead-Regulatory Affairs, Mahyco were key speakers for this session and focussed on the current challenges faced by the agriculture sector, need for technology intervention to increase food production, role of the seed industry in driving agricultural growth and Mahyco’s contribution to the Indian agriculture sector.
fuller lips are a filler away
Chandigarh: Getting fuller lips and pout has become much easier now and you do not always need to go under the knife for it. With the availability of new age dermal fillers like Juvéderm, a session of a few minutes under a trained cosmetologist can do wonders on your facial features. When administered under the skin, the hyaluronic acid in the fillers gives the skin more volume in the right places, giving you a fresh new pair of lips, said Dr KM Kapoor, Plastic Surgeon, Anti Clock Medispa, Chandigarh. He said that with a lot of talk about facial augmentation and surgeries in the showbiz world, women are curious to know whether they can get it done as well.
Reliance market launched in Mohali
Mohali: Reliance Retail has announced the launch of its cash-and-carry store — Reliance Market in Mohali. This is the first Reliance market in the city of Mohali and the second in Punjab. In line with its brand promise of Aapka Market, Aapka Fayda, the store presents a rewarding opportunity for its business partners in Mohali and the neighbouring regions. located at, North Country Mall, Kahrar-Mohali Road, NH-21, the Reliance Market store caters to the needs of not only the local kirana traders but also the whole district and the traders of nearby towns, small businesses, hotels, restaurants and offices. With over 40,000 sq. ft of space, the store offers a range of regional, national and international brands to its partner members, at unbeatable prices, all under one roof.
OXl starts new course on Camera Handling
Chandigarh: OXl Films Company in Chandigarh has announced the start of a new course on camera handling. With the start of this course, interested youngsters would get an opportunity to make their future bright in the field of camera handling. On the occasion of launch this new course, OXl is giving 25 per cent off on the first 10 seats. Oxl vice-president Ashwani Kumar also informed the student that the work of films and TV serials in the regional languages is increasing continuously due to which there are infinite career opportunities for the field of camera handling.
Education Dept to counsel pgt candidates
Chandigarh: Haryana Secondary Education Department will carry out counseling for school allocation to such candidates who have selected the post of PGT English, Hindi and Economics by inviting their preference online. A spokesman said that all candidates who have been selected for these posts can visit website www.pgtcounselinghry.in or by visiting the website of the Department www.schooleducationharyana.gov.in by using the user name and password which were being sent on their mobile numbers submitted by them at the time of applying online for these posts in response to the advertisement given by Haryana State Teachers Selection Board.
Ford redefines in-car tech with new figo
Chandigarh: Taking in-car technology and connectivity to a new high, Ford India announced the introduction of 2014 Ford Figo with a host of enhanced industry leading features including the first-in-class wi-fi. The 2014 Ford Figo will set new benchmarks in convenience and help keep customers more connected to the world with its unique offering.Offered to customers as a special value pack, 2014 Ford Figo will include a wi-fi dongle, colour coordinated seat covers and lED interior lighting at `9,790 (ex-showroom Delhi).