Himachal CM releases newsletter of APG University Shimla
Shimla: The second edition of the AGU Newsletter, published by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication of APG Shimla University, was released by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu at the State Secretariat on Monday. On this occasion, the editorial team of the newsletter and senior officials from APG Shimla University paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Minister. Chancellor Suman Vikrant, Pro-Chancellor and Editor-in-Chief of the newsletter Ramesh Chauhan, Head of Department Ashwani Sharma, Assistant Prof Neelam Sharma and Assistant Prof. Vijayashree briefed the CM of University's academic and overall achievements.
Himachal govt releases Rs 50 crore for Bulk Drug Park
Shimla: Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while presiding over a review meeting of the Industries department on Monday said that the state government has released an amount of Rs. 50 crore for infrastructure development of the Bulk Drug Park to be built at Haroli in Una district. The Government is committed to ensure timely construction of the Bulk Drug Park, said he while directing all the departments and agencies to work in unison for the early completion of the construction work. While emphasizing on site development, he said that the approach roads, discharge treatment plant, steam generation, ducting should be done on priority. The action plan should be moved forward firmly by keeping in mind the quality and future needs at various levels. He also reviewed various other upcoming and ongoing projects of the Industries Department and directed to expedite the tender works, land transfers, judicious use of financial resources etc. so that the benefits of development could reach the people in a timely manner.
12-Yr-Old Haryana Boy Pedals 1200 KM to Honour Kargil Heroes
Chandigarh: In an inspiring display of patriotism and determination, 12-year-old Arav Bhardwaj from Haryana embarked on a 1200-kilometer cycling journey from the Kargil War Memorial in Leh to the National War Memorial in New Delhi. His mission — to pay homage to the Kargil Martyrs on the occasion of the Rajat Jayanti of Kargil Vijay. The journey, which began on July 27 is set to conclude on Thursday – August 8. Punjab’s Special Director General of Police, Law and Order, Arpit Shukla lauded Arav’s efforts during their meeting on Monday. Shukla bestowed Arav with a Punjab Police memento and a poster bearing the message, “Say No To Drugs, Say Yes To Punjab”, underscoring the importance of spreading awareness against drug abuse. “Arav Bhardwaj is not just a young cyclist; he is an ambassador for a drug-free India and a true patriot saluting our Kargil Heroes,” said Shukla, while giving his blessings to the young adventurer. During his journey from Leh to Chandigarh, Arav made it a point to pay tributes at various war memorials, including Zojila, Badami Bagh, and the Punjab State War Memorial. Accompanied by his father, this 13-day expedition spans the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Haryana. A student of VIII standard at Heritage School in New Delhi, Arav is no stranger to such ambitious undertakings. In 2022, he embarked on a 32-day, 2612-kilometer yatra from INA War Memorial in Moirang, Manipur, to the National War Memorial in New Delhi. This journey was to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
ECI disqualifies 6 candidates who contested Punjab Assembly Elections 2022: Sibin C
Chandigarh: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has disqualified six candidates who contested the 2022 Punjab Assembly elections. Punjab's Chief Electoral Officer Sibin C stated that these candidates have not submitted their election expenses as per section 78 of Representation of the People Act, 1951 to the commission within the specified timeframe , thus rendering them ineligible to contest elections for the next 3 years under Section 10 A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
About 2 lakh posts lying vacant in Govt Depts in Hry: Hooda
Chandigarh: Former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Monday alleged that more than two lakh posts are lying vacant in Government Departments. Permanent jobs are being abolished through schemes like Kaushal Nigam. Addressing the Congress' 'Dhanyawadi Karyakarta Sammelan' in Palwal, Hooda said that the Lok Sabha election results have deflated the BJP's balloon, which was inflated by fake surveys, propaganda and events. The public has clearly stated that they will not fall into any illusion of BJP, and will not rest until it wipes out this government from Haryana. He promised that these vacant posts will be filled through permanent recruitments after the formation of the Congress government. On the occasion, around 20 leaders of BJP and JJP joined Congress.
Doctors honoured in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: Rotary Club of Chandigarh on Monday organised a program named ‘Hands That Heal’ to honour the doctors and volunteers who have been a part of International Medical Missions of Rotary Club and have served humanity beyond borders, since August 1998. The President, Rotary Club Jatinder Kapoor welcomed the chief guest Rajeev Verma, UT Adviser and led the lamp lighting ceremony. In his speech, the Adviser expressed gratitude towards the doctors and volunteers for their selfless service who continue to carry forward their mission to serve humanity beyond borders.
13 cyber criminals arrested in Gurugram
Gurugram: The cyber crimes teams of Gurugram Police arrested 13 cyber criminals including four women who defrauded people in 3,332 complaints worth Rs 12.63 crore. According to police, after reviewing the data of mobile phones and SIM cards recovered from the accused by the police from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordinate Center (I4C), it was found that the accused were involved in fraud of about Rs 12.63 crore and around 3,332 complaints were registered against them across India. In connection with this, out of 3,332 complaints, 148 were converted into cases which were registered across India. Out of 148 cases, four cases were registered against them in different cyber crime police stations across Gurugram. "The accused used to defraud people who were investing in the name of the stock market and offered lucrative offers to the victims and duped them," Priyanshu Diwan, ACP (South) said.
JJP makes several announcements ahead of Hry Assembly elections
Chandigarh: Ahead of the upcoming Assembly election in Haryana, senior Jannayak Janta Party leader Dushyant Chautala on Monday announced several promises related to the youth, such as providing free education to Agniveers to become officers, free bus passes for students in educational institutions, special transportation arrangements for commuting to schools and colleges, and increased diet allowances for athletes, should their government come to power in Haryana. He was addressing the youth at the INSO Foundation Day program in Sirsa on Monday.