HPSC postpones screening test
Chandigarh: Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has postponed the screening test for the post of ‘A’ Class Naib Tehsildar scheduled to be held on July 27. A spokesman of Commission said that next date of screening test would be announced later.
Finance dept issues instructions
Chandigarh: Haryana Finance Department has issued instructions concerning functioning of the centralised Pension Disbursement Cell (PDC), which has been created for successfully implementing e-pension system in the State. A spokesman said that e-pension system envisaged a prompt and efficient delivery system where pensions got credited into the accounts of the pensioners on the due date without any failure. Hence to fulfil this requirement, a centralised PDC had been created so as to ensure a prompt and efficient delivery system to all pensioners and family pensioners. PDC would ensure timely disbursal of lTC allowance after due procedure. It would also ensure release of pension arrears arising on account of different reasons and release of life time arrears to eligible persons.
UT traders convene meeting at sector 17
Chandigarh: A meeting of Traders Association was held at Sector 17 to discuss the crucial issue of building bylaws. The traders were suggested to avoid violations in their premises so that the Estate Office does not resort to action etc. It was decided to hold awareness camp on building bylaws issues in Sector 17. “For the success of the camp, we will request the UT Deputy Commissioner to depute some officials from building branch to guide/apprise the nature of violations i.e. Compoundable or removable, as on date, which will be strictly followed by Traders to avoid any problem at later stage,” informed president Traders’ Association Kanwaljit Panchhi.
SC/ST/OBC counselling on July 23
Mohali: To create awareness among the masses about various Government scholarship schemes, Aryans Group of Colleges will organise SC/ST/OBC counselling on July 23. Those who are interested in taking part in this awareness drive can register at 1800-30000-388 or log on to www.aryans.edu.in. Dr Anshu Kataria, chairman, Aryans Group said that there were many scholarship schemes about which students were not aware. This SC/ST/OBC counselling would enlighten the students about the various schemes. The counselling would highlight various aspects of scholarship, including eligibility criteria, amount of scholarship, procedure to apply, etc. The scholarship can be availed in B.Tech, B.Tech (lEET), MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, B.Com, B.A., Polytechnic, Nursing (GNM), +1, etc courses.
Educomp to launch smart school
Chandigarh: After revolutionising the Indian classrooms a decade ago, Educomp is now all set to transform schools across India with the launch of Educomp SmartSchool. The launch of Educomp SmartSchool (ESS) coincides with the 10-year celebration of Educomp’s flagship product, Smartclass. Addressing a gathering of school Principals here, Rakesh Dahiya, Regional CEO-North, SmartClass said, “With Educomp SmartSchool, we look at the school as an integrated learning ecosystem, where students can see education come alive through our best in class 3D animations, with Smartclass recommended lesson plans and cloud based real-time updates. The Educomp SmartSchool architecture also allows schools an unprecedented amount of customisation depending on scale, size or content.”
Amway launches Attitude Compact Powder
Chandigarh: Amway India has expanded the portfolio of Attitude brand further with the launch of Attitude compact powder priced at `699. The company organised a special experiential launch event in Chandigarh to promote Attitude compact powder. This is part of series of events being organised across key markets in India. The product will be sold exclusively through Amway distributors. “The ultra-fine micronised pigments in the Attitude compact powder flex with skin for coverage that is even and flawless,” informed Sundip Shah, Chief Marketing Officer, Amway India
Hooda condoles death of Komal Gupta
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has expressed grief over the demise of Komal Gupta, 22-year-old daughter of Rajinder Pal Gupta, Editor, Gangaputra Times. Komal was suffering from cancer for the last couple of years. Hooda prayed to the Almighty that the departed soul might rest in peace and give the members of bereaved family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
Virander Singh appeals to Rajput community
Panchkula: Former president of local Zila Parishad and BJP leader Virander Singh Bhau has appealed to Rajput community to work jointly for its upliftment. Only then will politicians do something for the community which was losing its importance over the years, he said. Addressing a function, he said the community is big but it is itself responsible for the state of affairs now. “I am myself a Rajput but I see how landlords in the community are now without lands and their financial position has also seen a downtrend over the years. We need to regain our unity and I will do my best to work for the Banjara community”, said he, adding that the community has contributed a lot to the society and those hailing from the community had sacrificed their lives for the betterment of people.