‘There should be no place for casteism in society’
Shimla: Himachal Governor Acharya Devvrat has stressed that every section of the society should rise above the orthodox thinking of casteism and work together to make India as the most developed nation of 21st century. Addressing at Gaiety Theatre here, he said conservative thinking is not allowing us to achieve the goals of development which we can surely accomplish with unity and brotherhood. He said there should be no discrimination within human beings as it leads to bitterness in the society. No such discrimination was witnessed in our old culture and it was during the middle age that the seeds of casteism and creed were sown in our society. This kind of narrow mindedness can be a serious threat to the unity and integrity of the nation which has to be weeded out at every cost, he added.
CM mourns demise of journalist
Shimla: Himachal Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh has mourned the demise of journalist Rakesh Pathania, who passed away on Sunday morning. He expressed deep condolences with the bereaved family members and prayed to the Almighty for peace of the departed soul.
Information and Public Relations Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and Director, Information and Public Relations RS Negi also expressed grief over the demise of Pathania
CME on ‘child development, neuro disorders’ held
Chandigarh: Asha Child Care and Development Center, Chandigarh in collaboration with Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) Chapter of Neuro Developmental Pediatrics and IAP Chandigarh Branch has organized a CME on ‘Child development and neuro developmental disorders’ at hotel Hyatt Regency here. The theme of CME was ‘brain development, neuroplasticity and autism’. The CME witnessed a unique amalgamation of pediatricians, general practitioners, clinical psychologists, school teachers, educators, therapists and officials from govt sectors in RBSK, NRHM for the first time. The key note speaker was Dr Samir Hasan Dalwai, the founder director of New Horizons Child Development Centre, Mumbai and president of IAP Mumbai Branch and Chairperson of IAP Chapter of Neuro Developmental Pediatrics.
Steelbird launches consumer connect initiative
Chandigarh: Steelbird Hi-Tech India limited, Asia’s helmet manufacturer has developed Steelbird Connect Mobile application to ensure direct consumers connect with the brand. “Steelbird Connect Verify”, a first of its kind mobile based application in this segment allows customer to check the authenticity of the Steelbird range of products they buy. All the Steelbird products w.e.f July 1 will have a unique QR code and buyer can simply download the application on their mobile phone and by scanning QR code every consumer will be ensured of the genuineness of the product they have purchased, said, Rajeev Kapur, Steelbird MD.
‘Aayushmaan Plus to bring revolution in farming’
ludhiana: CEAT tyre has launched its range of puncture protected tractor tyres – ‘Aayushmaan Plus’. This series of tyres have been introduced already in major farm markets of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. The unique puncture pads of Aayushmaan Plus tyres will work as “Androoni Suraksha Kavach” which will result in maximization of farm yield, by reducing farmer’s downtime owing to punctures. Along with puncture pads, Aayushmaan Plus rear tyres are designed with deep lugs, which ensure long life and prevent slippage. The tractor front tyre is also designed with higher non-skid depth (NSD) to give longer life, said Nitish Bajaj, vice president marketing, CEAT Tyres limited.
Doctors enact street play
Mohali: The Department of Psychiatry at Fortis Hospital, Mohali held an event to create awareness about mental health issues at Elante Mall in the city. A street play was enacted by the members of the team to showcase everyday situations when mental health may be affected in some way or the other. An array of situations was portrayed using humour and drama to bring to light various mental health disorders, social stigma and myths associated with mental health. In a simple way, it was also displayed how compassionate and emphatic care along with expert advice and medication can heal anyone with health ailments. Dr Hardeep Singh, Senior Consultant, Department of Psychiatry, Fortis Hospital, Mohali led the team who did this event.