Rs4,000 cr earmarked for water, sewerage
SAS Nagar: To achieve the target of 100 per cent supply of potable drinking water, Punjab Government has set aside Rs4,000 crore, said Surjit Singh Rakhra, Minister for Rural Water Supply & Sanitation. He said that all the villages of the State would soon don new look as Punjab Government has been working on overall development of the villages. The villages are being developed as Aadarsh Villages by providing all the basic amenities as in urban areas. In the first phase the State Government has completed the project of laying down water supply and sewerage pipes in 100 villages and in the second phase 800 more villages would be covered under this project and every household in the rural areas would have toilet within two years.
women commission gets new vice-chairperson
Chandigarh: Punjab Government has appointed Satvir Kaur Manhera, member Punjab State Women Commission as the vice-chairperson of the Commission. A spokesperson said that the notification with regard to her appointment, under sub-section (2) (a) and (b) of Section-3 of Punjab State Commission of Women (Amendment) Act, 2014 has been issued by the Social Security and Women & Child Development department. Satvir Kaur Manhera is the wife of late Mann Singh Manhera.
study tour at Chandigarh Energy Park
Chandigarh: About 70 students of Maharishi Dayanand Public School Daria, Chandigarh visited Chandigarh Energy Park at Sarangpur in collaboration with UT Science and Technology Department. The students learnt the working and setting up of water wheel and Pelton Turbine on the banks of rivers. From solar energy exhibit, the students learnt about conversion of one form of energy into another. They were also told about the uses of solar passive home for lighting, air conditioning, heating and cooling water for domestic purposes. They also come to know about the utility of Nooten Chullas, Energy Slip, Solar Water Heater, Solar Parabolic Cooker, solar box type cooker. Functions of bio-gas were also examined closely.
66th RR IPS officer’s batch visits Chandigarh
Chandigarh: 66th RR IPS officer’s batch of “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy” Hyderabad along with their assistant commandant PP Parmod visited Police headquarters Sector-9 here. AS Cheema, DIG UT Chandigarh interacted with the officers and briefed them about the working of Chandigarh Police and also presented the coffee table book as memento to the team leader. They were also briefed about the weapon used and different type of vehicles used in routine policing as QRT, Trauma, Mobile Police Station, Mobile Police Control Room/Workshop. The IPS officer’s batch also visited at Police Control Room.
Vigilance nabs ASI in graft case
Chandigarh: Vigilance Bureau has nabbed an ASI red handed while receiving bribe of Rs5,000. A spokesperson said that ASI Sulakhan Singh was nabbed on the complaint of Mahinder Singh of village Sangran, district Kapurthala. During a raid conducted by the Electricity Department on the house of complainant, an illegal kundi connection was found and penalty of Rs10,450 was imposed on him. The complainant alleged that ASI Sulakhan Singh was demanding bribe of Rs10,000 to dismiss the case and the deal was struck at Rs5,000. Acting on a tip-off, team of Vigilance Bureau laid a trap and Sulakhan Singh was nabbed receiving bribe of Rs5,000.
714 recruits of 228BN CRPF pass out
Pinjore: 714 recruits of 228 Battalion CRPF on Monday passed out at a ceremonial parade in Pinjore. These constables went through 44 weeks basic training during which they under went all training regarding internal security and anti-Naxalism. During their basic training Shibendru Sahu, Anish Kumar Singh, Shubodeep Sikdar and Dilip Kumar who secured first position in different competitions were awarded with a trophy. Special DG, CRPF, J&K Zone Jammu RC Tayal was the chief guest of passing out-cum-attestation parade. He said CRPF has made an active contribution in the service of the nation. At present CRPF is the largest paramilitary in the world fighting with all sorts of anti social elements. Tayal told that this force is fighting with Naxalism in Naxal affected States as well as maintaining order and peace in the country. Calling upon the newly passed out recruits to maintain and uphold their present physical fitness standard, discipline and value system of the CRPF, Tayal urged them to keep on improving upon their skills for achieving success in their career.
Nik Baker and Headmasters now in Jalandhar
Jalandhar: Nik Baker and Headmasters Salon have now opened in Jalandhar. Making a difference in the bakery experience of the region, Nik Baker’s launched its first store in Jalandhar at Model Town. Schwarzkopf Professional India, the world leaders in hair-care segment strengthened its presence in Jalandhar by exclusively tying up with Headmasters Salon Pvt ltd that has launched Headmasters-Express salon & spa in Jalandhar at Model Town. Chef Nikhil Mittal, Director and Head Chef, Nik Baker’s, said, “Considering quality as the most important factor, we endeavour to provide best bakery products and effective and prompt service so as to achieve total customer satisfaction at all times.
Titan Eyeplus launches Enigma Collection
ludhiana: Titan Eyeplus launched Enigma’ — a new range of stylish prescription eyewear for women. With over 100 styles in various feminine colors like rich burgundy, purple, pink, leopard prints, mint green, each variant is designed to make a woman feel confident and classy. Starting at just Rs995, this trendy collection is an ensemble of contemporary and elegant designs, embellished with fine detailing like metal bows, crystals and floral prints. Crafted for women within the age group of 25-45 years, the Enigma collection is available in all Titan Eyeplus stores and brings global standards in style and fashion to Indian consumers.