Dr Rana Preet Gill launches debut novel
Chandigarh: Eminent writer and Veterinary Officer with the Animal Husbandry Department, Punjab, Dr Rana Preet Gill’s debut book, ‘Those College Years’ was launched, at Hedgehog Café, Chandigarh by Vivek Atray, renowned author & motivational speaker. “The novel takes the reader on a nostalgic ride of the mesmerizing days in college. The writer has beautifully delineated the story of a small-town girl, who gets admission in a prestigious Veterinary college in a big city and paves her whimsical ways to rescue stray animals; which ultimately lands her in many troubles and awkward situations. Gill said, “Most of us, at some point of the time, step out of the comfort zones of our household and face the real world; similar is the story of the protagonist in this book, Rhea. She moves in a metropolitan city with no interest or inclination towards her subjects. However, she makes desperate efforts to increase her credit points every year.”
Around 58,000 candidates appears in ClAT-2018
Mohali: Around 58,000 candidates from all over the country have appeared in Common law Admission Test (ClAT) on Sunday around 258 centres in 55 cities all across the country. The exam is being conducted by The National University of Advanced legal Studies Kochi, Kerala for the admission in 2300 seats in 19 National Universities of law in India. Anshu Kataria, chairman, Aryans College of law, Rajpura, near Chandigarh said that in total over 8000 more candidates have applied in 2018 than the last year in ClAT-2017.The increase in the number of applicants this year shows the increase of interest and demand of law courses across the country, said he. Kataria added that near Chandigarh periphery, over 5000-6000 students applied for ClAT exam.
Deformity Correction Course organised
Chandigarh: PGIMER Department of Orthopaedics organized deformity correction course on May 12 and 13.This course, which is one of its kind, was meant to teach the basics of the Ilizarov method to orthopaedic surgeons. The Ilizarov method was devised by Professor Gavril Ilizarov from Kurgan, Russia and this has been accepted worldwide for the treatment of limb deformities, bone infections, non-unions of bones as well as for limb lengthening. However, this method is considered difficult to learn. PGIMER Chandigarh strives to be the leader in medical education and therefore, this course was meant to demystify the complexities of the Ilizarov Method. Delegates from all over North India attended the course and experienced faculties from around the country were also roped in, said a PGIMER spokesperson.
Gobind Dairy & Sweets expands its services
Chandigarh: Gobind Dairy & Sweets with the expansion of its services and menu, launched its restaurant in Sector 7 with an inclusion of North Indian cuisines, South Indian and Real Mandarin Food. Gobind started its first venture in year 1987 and since forayed into Dairy, Sweets, Bakery and now Restaurant. The newly opened restaurant caters around 150 diners in a single sitting. Restaurant is also offering home delivery.
Two days eye camp for truck drivers
Mohali: CEAT under the aegis of their Travel Safe health check and Netranjali program will road campaign in Mohali. This campaign will target about 1000 drivers for free eye check-up services and also includes free distribution of spectacles and referral to hospitals for treatment. The camp is scheduled for Sector 51C and 69. Nitish Bajaj, Vice President – Marketing, CEAT Tyres limited said, “With this initiative we are hoping to decrease the number of road casualties by raising awareness on the importance of driver fitness and the maintenance of the vehicle tyres especially running for long distances.”
Mothers' Day event for expecting mothers
Panchkula: Paras Bliss Hospital, in Swastik Vihar, MDC here organised a baby shower fun event for the expecting mothers on the occasion of Mothers’ Day. The event included a session on breathing techniques during pregnancy, dietetics and nutrition during pregnancy and care for new borns for mothers to be. Apart from expert sessions, the event had fun games, quizzes etc.