leaders greet people on Parshuram Jayanti
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, his deputy son Sukhbir Badal, State Congress chief Partap Singh Bajwa, Revenue Minister Bikram Singh Majithia on Sunday felicitated the people of the State on the eve of Parshuram Jayanti. Badal, in his message, exhorted people to imbibe ideals propagated by Bhagwan Parshuram, so that justice and equality can be ensured in the society. Calling upon people to follow lord Parshuram’s teachings, Sukhbir said that this day gives us an opportunity to move on the righteous path to achieve our goals. Bajwa said that every person must fight for justice and ensure justice for all in the society. Majithia added that Parshuram was sixth incarnation of lord Vishnu, who took birth to save interest of people suffering from the hands of mighty ones.
Bhukkal to resolve teachers’ recruitment problems
Jhajjar: Haryana Education Minister Geeta Bhukkal on Sunday said that the problem related to different subjects and their combination being faced during recruitment of teachers would be solved at their earliest. Bhukkal added that regarding this, discussion has been held with Teacher Recruitment Board chairman. Government has implemented various schemes like Parvesh Utsav and Class Readiness Programme for increasing children’s admission in government schools, she added.
CM to administer oath to CPSs
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh will administer oath of office and secrecy to the Chief Parliamentary Secretaries on May 13 at 11 am in Conference Hall of Armsdale Building of the State Secretariat, said spokesperson of the State Government.
Hooda condoles death of scribe’s father
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has expressed shock and grief over the demise of Shrawan Kumar, father of Mukesh Bhardwaj, Special Correspondent, Indian Express, who passed away on Sunday. He was 87. In his condolence message, Hooda conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family and prayed that the departed soul might rest in peace. He is survived by his five daughters and one son. Minister of State for Information, Public Relations and Cultural Affairs Department Pt Shiv Charan lal Sharma, Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Dr KK Khandelwal, and others also condoled the death of Shrawan Kumar.
Shiv Kumar Batalvi remembered
Patiala: International Punjabi Kala Manch has organised a musical evening where noted sufi singer Manpreet Akhtar regaled the audience with her soulful renderings. The evening was dedicated to the memory of noted Punjabi poet Shiv Kumar Batalvi to mark his 40th death anniversary, where Akhtar paid tributes through her evergreen Punjabi numbers. Noted lyricist Gill Surjit also dwelt on Akhtar’s achievements saying that she has sung for Punjabi films, won mega-finals in “Meri Aawaz Suno”— a popular music show on Doordarshan. later, she also sang ‘Tujhe yaad na meri aayi’ with Alka Yagnik for famous music director duo Jatin-lalit in ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’.
PPCC demands cancellation of Khosla’s appointment
Chandigarh: Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) spokesperson and former MlA Sukhpal Singh Khaira condemned Rupinder Khosla’s appointment as Assistant Solicitor General of India, by the law Minister of a Congress-led UPA Government. “Khosla has remained Additional Advocate General of the SAD-BJP Government for five years and later he headed a committee to look after the affairs of the Office of Advocate General after the sudden illness of the incumbent AG HS Mattewal. He also alleged that Khosla is known for close proximity to Badal family and the present DGP Sumedh Saini. listing out several cases, including disproportionate case against Badals, Saini‘s appointment, Khaira urged law Minister to rescind Khosla’s appointment as ASG without any further delay.
Ernst & Young opens 15th edition of Awards
Chandigarh: Ernst & Young, the leading global professional services firm, on Sunday launched 15th edition of its prestigious Entrepreneur of The Year Awards and announced the opening of the nominations for its upcoming 2013 Program. Nominations are open till July 31, and both founders and professional CEOs can apply, subject to them being primarily responsible for the recent performance of a company and being a member of the top management team. Apart from self-nominations, an entrepreneur can also be nominated by someone associated with the individual. Nomination details are available on www.ey.com/in/eoy or by writing to eoy.2013@in.ey.com.