DC to conduct weekly surprise checks
Mohali: Deputy Commissioner Tejinder Pal Singh Sidhu on Monday made it clear that weekly surprise checking would be held by him, while directing the officials to maintain relevant record properly and keeping it in appropriate manner. Sidhu also directed the officials to maintain punctuality holding every branch head accountable for the absentee employees under him. He also directed to not to leave the office during lunch break. The instructions to this effect were given during a special meeting with officers concerned. He also asked them to give priority to the general public.
Tehsildar-cum-sub registrar’s powers withdrawn
Panipat: Exercising power under Indian Registration Act, 1908, and Haryana Registration Manual, Panipat Deputy Commissioner Ajit Balaji has withdrawn registration powers of Panipat’s Tehsildar and Sub-Registrar Suresh Kumar with immediate effect. Panipat’s sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) had submitted report after conducting an initial inquiry in which irregularities carried out by him were detected. Now, District Revenue Officer has been appointed as inquiry officer to conduct regular inquiry in this regard.
PGI celebrates World Hand Hygiene Day
Chandigarh: World Hand Hygiene Day-2014 was successfully celebrated by Department of Community Medicine, School of Public Health, PGIMER both at Civil Dispensary and at schools in Sector-38 D on Monday on the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) theme “Clean Care is Safer Care”. The celebration was organised by Asst Prof Dr Ravneet Kaur, and senior resident of Department of Community Medicine, School of Public Health, PGIMER Dr Kathirvel S. During the event, painting and slogan writing competition were held.
Oral hygiene awareness camp held
Chandigarh: Safe Hands rehabilitation organisation conducted a complete dental check up and oral hygiene awareness camp at Banyan Tree School, Sector 48B, Chandigarh. During this programme near about 500 students and 40 staff members were examined by expert including Dr Mohit and team from NGO, Sector 21, Chandigarh. Doctors advised students to adopt good eating habits and avoid junk food for good healthy teeth as well as health. Doctors also gave some tips to the students to maintain oral hygiene. There health records were maintained for regular interval check ups. Banyan Tree School used to organise such check ups for students and staff and contribute towards society.
‘Garg Perfact’ recognised by united states
Panchkula: Dr Pankaj Garg, a senior colorectal surgeon from Panchkula, has invented a new operation for complex Anal Fistulas. The new operation, GARG PERFACT procedure (Proximal Fistulotomy, External Repositioning of Fistula tract And Curettage of Tracts) is a next generation procedure to manage this dreaded disease. The new procedure has now been recognized by biggest society of Colorectal surgeons in the world, AMERICAN Society of Colo-Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS). Dr Garg has been formally invited by the prestigious society to give lecture and demonstration of his invention in Fort lauderdale (Miami), Florida, USA on May 21 in a meeting expected to be attended by over 7,000 renowned surgeons from all over the world.
Mahindra launches SsangYong Rexton RX6
Chandigarh: Mahindra & Mahindra limited (M&M) on Monday announced launch of a new model of the SsangYong Rexton, the ‘RX6’, with manual transmission and a host of features at a price of Rs 20.17 lakh (ex-showroom, Chandigarh). The new model RX6 will be an addition to existing model range of Rexton which has received a very good response in India. The ‘New Rexton RX6’ comes with five-speed manual transmission on the 2.7l RX270 XDi engine and a range of luxurious and high tech features. The high end features include premium leather upholstery, electrical sunroof, eight-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory function, automatic headlights, rain sensing wipers and intelligent 4x4 Torque on Demand (TOD) system.
Flying Machine unveils Summer collection
Chandigarh: Flying Machine has launched its spring-summer 2014 collection across stores nationwide. Staying on top of current youth trends as always, this summer, the brand turned to old school inspirations to create new cool expressions in fashion. The design themes ‘70s Allure’ and ‘Brando Band’ include latest and trendiest in denim innovations along with a wide range of nostalgic yet contemporary street styles for young shoppers to indulge in.
Retail industry stalwarts honoured
Chandigarh: Franchise India organised the biggest awards for the retail industry, the Indian Retail & e-Retail awards. Indian Retail & eRetail Awards recognised the achievements of India’s most successful retailers and brands across multiple categories in terms of business performance, customer experience, innovation and leadership in the retail sector. There was a footfall of more than 500 people.
Abbott launches ‘Quick Cooling Action’ Digene
Chandigarh: Abbott has announced the launch of its all-new Digene range with ‘Quick Cooling Action’ and enhanced taste profile which provides quick relief from symptoms like acidity, gas, heartburn, bloated stomach and related uneasiness. The all-new Digene range is now available in four flavors: Mint, Orange, Mixed Fruit and Strawberry across leading chemist and retail outlets in India.