Discoms to release pending connections
Chandigarh: Keeping in view long pendency due to system constraints, Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) and Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) have decided to release the pending high tension connections of all categories immediately upto the load of 500 kilo volt amperes (KVA) wherever capacity is available during the lean period. A spokesman said that in order to rule out any apprehension of overloading during peak season, an undertaking from such consumer will be taken that the load can be restricted wholly or partially to avoid overloading of the distribution system. The discoms have authorised sub divisional officers to release such connections. However, they will ensure that loading on power transformers does not exceed permissible limits.
BBMB chairman meets Virbhadra Singh
Chandigarh: AB Agrawal, chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) met Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on Sunday at Shimla and apprised him about the water and power position of BBMB projects. Agrawal also briefed Chief Minister about the progress of on going works relating to Golden Jubilee of Bhakra Dam. The issue relating to rehabilitation of Bhakra, Pong and Pandoh oustees was discussed. The position of manpower in BBMB was also discussed. Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of BBMB for the smooth operation and maintenance of its projects.
12-day sailing expedition from Aug 27
Chandigarh: A 12 days sailing expedition to promote water borne sports and adventure activities in NCC No. 1 Chandigarh Naval Unit NCC under the aegis of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh NCC Directorate will be conducted from August 27 to September 7 at Gobind Sagar, Una District of Himachal Pradesh. A contingent of 65 personnel comprising of 35 SD boys and 15 SW girls NCC cadets and 15 staff members from Chandigarh Naval Unit NCC would participate in the expedition. The expedition will be flagged off on August 26 at 11 am from Sukhna lake by Col A Handa, the Group Commander of Chandigarh NCC Group .
Talent hunt organised by Aryans Colleges
Mohali: The students of Aryans Group of Colleges displayed their talent in “Talent Hunt” programme organized at its campus situated at Chandigarh-Patiala highway. Newly admitted students of B.Tech, MBA, BBA, BCA, BA, B.Com, M.Tech, Polytechnic Diploma, B.Ed etc. spell bound the audience by exhibiting extraordinary talents. Various cultural activities were performed by students including Skit, Giddha, Solo Song, Solo Dance, Pot making, Mehandi competition, Collage making, Painting, Rangoli making etc. Freshers took part in all these activities and they considered it as a good start to begin their new journey of life. Dr Anshu Kataria, chairman Aryans Group said that the Group would always welcome such gestures of the students and also encourage the students to organize such events more frequently.
Pearson school celebrates ‘TIRANGAA 2013’
Mohali: Pearson School Sector 91 at Mohali announced the successful culmination of their inter-school Independence Day cultural fest – ‘TIRANGAA 2013’. The theme this year was “Indian Railways – One India” and was held across all 35 Pearson Schools in the country. ‘TIRANGAA’ was conceptualized by Pearson Schools after extensive brain mapping to enable the company to meet the growing demands of tapping the hidden talent in each child. The platform allows for children to exhibit the best of their talent in art in their respective age groups. All the festive Independence Day decorations across all Pearson Schools campuses added fun, charm and fervour to the atmosphere.
Advocate writes to Administration
Chandigarh: A city based advocate Ajay Jagga has written to KK Sharma, Adviser to Administrator demanding an enquiry to ensure that no one disturbs the beauty, peace and silence at Sukhna lake. He said that despite the fact that UT Administration has declared it as silence zone, musical evenings are organized at Sukhna lake. It seems the norms and rules are being violated without any fear of law. The city has places like parade ground, circus ground, exhibition ground etc then how come the musical evening, with lots of sound, was organized at this silence zone, he questioned.
Classmate organises ‘Follow your Heart’
Chandigarh: Classmate, India’s Education and Stationery brand from ITC limited organized a talk session, ‘Follow your Heart’ which reaches out to over 2500 students in Chandigarh via simulcast. Eminent personalities including Soha Ali Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Terence lewis and Ravinder Singh interacted with over 35000 students across 14 cities including Chandigarh through a live simulcast session. An additional 85000+ students participated in this session through Facebook. Classmate ‘Follow Your Heart’ highlighted the importance of exploring your true calling - by believing in your unique interests and talents.
Bank increases interest rates on NRI fD
Chandigarh: Axis Bank has announced an increase in the interest rates on Foreign Currency Non Resident (FCNR-B) deposits of tenures over three years by 1 percent. The bank has also announced an increase in interest rates on Non Resident External (NRE) fixed deposits for tenures above three years by 50- 75 basis points, with effect from August 24. The FCNR-B fixed deposits between 3-4 years in US Dollar would now attract 4.78 percent as compared to 3.78 percent earlier; a 5 year fixed deposit in US Dollar would earn 5.56 percent against 4.56 percent. Similarly, the rates have been hiked by 1 percent for fixed deposits in other currencies such as GBP, Euro, Japanese Yen, Canadian Dollar and Australian Dollar.
FIITJEE announces talent support exam
Chandigarh: Students aspiring to study at IITs and other prestigious engineering colleges of the country will get an opportunity to test their standing and preparation for JEE-2014 on September 22, when FIITJE will hold its annual talent support exam. Students securing a rank in top 300 in FIITJEE talent support exam will get a certificate of achievement and will also get online doubt removal support to help them in their preparation for IIT-JEE, 2014 without even joining FIITJEE. The exam will be held in over 50 centres across several cities in the country. Details about the registration process, test schedule, details of syllabi and the Intensive Contact Programme are available at http://ftse.fiitjee.com/. Results will be declared on September 27 and will be available on http://ftse.fiitjee.com.
Freshers party held at SGGS, Sector-26
Chandigarh: Post Graduate Department of Computer Science of Sri Guru Gobind Singh College Sector-26 organised the annual function- "Bits & Bytes" to welcome the freshers. The function was presided over by Principal Prof. HS Sohi. The students showcased their talent in singing, Bhangra, dancing, comedy, etc. Vijender Singh and Ravneet Kaur Gill were crowned Mr & Miss BCA and Sarbans Prateek Singh and Gurvinder Kaur were crowned Mr and Miss MSc. IT respectively.
One model school in each haryana district
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has planned to open one model school in all districts of the State. Haryana Education Minister Geeta Bhukkal on Sunday said that one model school will be opened in all districts of the state and the model school in district Bhiwani would be set up at Dadri. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the newly upgraded Government Girls Senior Secondary School at village Samwad in Charkhi Dadri, she said that the state government has initiated various welfare schemes to raise the level of school education. Regarding the demand of setting up JBT Training Center for girls in the school, she assured that the matter would be considered. She announced to give Rs eight lakh each to set up four Anganwari Centers in the village. Also, she announced to provide Rs three lakh each to renovate all Chaupals in the village.