Patil greets people on Id-Ul-Zuha
Chandigarh: Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Shivraj Patil has extended his good wishes and greetings to the people, especially the Muslim brethren, on the occasion of Id-ul-Zuha, a festival observed in commemoration of Prophet Hazrat Ibrahim, for his un-flinching devotion to Allah. Patil said that Id-ul-Zuha symbolises the spirit of sacrifice, manifested by unshakable faith and firm commitment. The day also reminds us the need to foster peace and harmony among all and to care for the disadvantaged sections of society.
Badal, Sukhbir felicitate people on Id-ul-Zuha
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal and Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Badal on Sunday greeted the Punjabis especially the Muslim brethren on the eve of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid). Badal, in his message, said: “Id-ul-Zuha evokes feeling of brotherhood, charity and empathy for the needy and the underprivileged. let us, reaffirm our resolve to further strengthen the spirit of brotherhood, unity of cultural bonds, peace and national integration”. The State Revenue Minister Bikram Singh Majithia and Rural Development and Panchayat Minister Sikandar Singh Maluka also extended their greetings appealing the people to celebrate this festival in unison by rising above petty considerations of caste, colour, creed and religion.
COE demonstrates optimal farming methods
Chandigarh: Monsanto India Technology Development team on Sunday showcased how increased yields with hybrid maize can be achieved with optimum use of inputs and proper agronomic practices and crop management technologies. Monsanto Centre of Excellence (COE) in village Bheen in Nawanshahr district demonstrates optimal farming methods to maximise returns for local maize farmers and support sustainable maize farming in the long run. The first-of-its-kind initiative in the State by a private brand, the COE demonstrates improved agronomic practices for hybrid maize besides water savings.
Atwal to attend 60th CW parliamentary conference
Chandigarh: Senior parliamentarian and the senior-most presiding officer of India, Dr Charanjit Singh Atwal — Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker — on Sunday left to attend 60th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association's Annual Conference in Cameroon where he will take part in deliberations on different subjects like ‘Unity and Diversity: The Role of Parliament’, ‘How can Parliament ensure that young people are placed at the centre of Sustainable DevelopmentIJ’, ‘The Role of Education’, and ‘Galvanizing the Commonwealth in Meeting the Global Economic Challenges’.
110 candidates shortlisted by 40 companies
Mohali: A huge rush was witnessed in “21st Aryans Job Fest” recently organised by Aryans Group of Colleges at its campus. Around 1500 students from all over North India participated in the Fest and around 110 candidates were shortlisted by around 40 companies in the placement process. Before the starting of the Fest, Aryans chairman, Dr Anshu Kataria addressed all the candidates and wished them good luck for the interviews. The company representatives also addressed the candidates and made them aware about the eligibility criteria, package, posting, number of vacancies etc. of their respective companies before interviews. He said that such fests offer a tremendous opportunity to the students who manage finding a job that fits their requirements and profile.
Jain leads ‘Safai Abhiyan’ in Dhanas Colony
Chandigarh: Satya Pal Jain, former city MP and national president of BJP’s legal Working Group has said that ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi should ultimately culminate into cleanliness becoming a habit of each and every citizen of India so that India can become really a neat and clean India. Jain today led a cleanliness drive in Dhanas Tenements Colony organized by the residents of Dhanas Colony. Addressing the gathering, Jain said that the success of ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ will make the life of every citizen more comfortable and save them from many fatal diseases also. He said that with this objective everybody should make it a habit to keep area around him neat & clean.
Investor Awareness Programme held
Chandigarh: Citizens Awareness Group, in collaboration with Securities Exchange Board of India organised Investor Awareness Program under the aegis of Securities Market Awareness Campaign by SEBI in the Press Club here. It is felt that awareness pertaining to the stock market is lacking among investors. A lot of people cannot invest or hesitate to do so and many tend to make wrong decisions due to lack of information. Advising people not invest in a business they do not understand, investors were asked to look for companies with a sound management, said Surinder Verma, Chairman, Citizens Awareness Group. He also exemplified how even educated and high income group investors fail to follow the safeguards while investing in the stock market.
Surya enters home appliances segment
Chandigarh: Keeping in mind the long time demand from the channel partners and 2 lakh strong retailer network, Surya has launched home appliances in the Indian market. The ranges of products launched in the first phase are water heaters, room heaters, dry irons, steam irons and mixer-grinders. Company’s Managing Director, Raju Bista said, “Surya products are used today in every city, every home and enjoy excellent patronage from retailers and customers. The Company is confident that the Surya retailer network, across the country, will promote appliances with the same enthusiasm as they have done for lighting and fans and make Surya a truly household electrical products company.”
Painting contest held on spiritual & social topics
Chandigarh: A painting competition, on spiritual and social topics, was organized by Chandigarh branch of Sant Nirankari Mandal at Sant Nirankari Satsang Bhawan. Around 350 children from tricity, between the age group of six and 17 years participated. Children expressed their thoughts through art and colour on topics like Nirankari Publication, Bal Sewadal, World Peace and Oneness, Save Environment and Human Values, Happy family, Satsang, Sewa, Simran, among others. The painting competition was inaugurated by Chandigarh zonal in-charge Dr BS Cheema.