Badal To Inaugurate Sfn Venture Worth Rs185 Cr
Mohali: Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal would inaugurate a state-of-the-art unit set up by Sigma Freudenberg NOK (SFN), an Indo-German-Japanese joint venture, setup at Basma near Banur on Wednesday. The Company has decided to give preference to employ women workers, and has aimed at employing 50 per cent women workers at various work fields. Sigma group chairman JD Singh said that the plant has been set up in 40 acres with total investment of Rs185 crore and will be operated fully on Indo-German Japan techniques and provide new employment opportunities in the region.
Pediatrics Call For Reducing Infant Mortality Rate
Chandigarh: With over 8,000 participating delegates from across the nation, the 52nd Annual Conference of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics — PEDICON 2015 — was the largest ever-organised conference on pediatrics with the experts sending out a message, which was loud and clear — reducing the under five-mortality rate in India is the need of the hour. The main highlights of the conference included the coming together of Government bodies, international agencies, NGOs and doctors on one platform to debate and discuss the quality development of the future faces of our country — children.
Date Extended For Rose Fest Photo Competition
Chandigarh: Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, Rose Festival has extended the last date for Photography Competition till February 5. The theme of the Photography Competition would be ariel view of PU Campus’ or ‘PU Gardens or landscape of PU Campus’. Competition would be held in two categories — school students and the open category — and all participants, other than the school children, would compete under open category. The form is available at Single Window Enquiry in PU and also on PU website — www.pu.ac.in and PU official Facebook page — https://www.facebook.com/official.pu.india. The entries are to be submitted at DPR office, PU up to 4 pm on February 5, and winners would be announced on February 6 at the time of inauguration of the PU Rose Festival.
Chhabra Extends Greetings On Ravi Dass Jayanti
Chandigarh: Throwing light on the life and teachings of Guru Ravi Dass, Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee president Pardeep Chhabra on Tuesday paid rich tributes to the great saint describing him as a social reformer who strived for classless, humane and just society. Chhabra said that through his teachings, Guru Ravi Dass spread the message of universal brotherhood and equality. Chhabra was the chief guest at a function organized to celebrate 635th birth anniversary of Guru organised at Guru Ravi Dass Mandir, Vikas Nagar in Mouli Jagran. Chandigarh Mayor Poonam Sharma and Congress leader Manish Bansal, among others were also present on the occasion.
Neeru Bajwa launches Sahiba’s New Collection
Chandigarh: Surat-based Sahiba limited fashion brands, and actress Neeru Bajwa on Tuesday came together to launch Sahiba’s elite new collection that’s ready to hit the stores. Sahiba director Sabby Saluja said, “Our core focus has always been comfort and design. These are the only things women look for in their clothing choices.”
Max launches Its latest Spring 2015 Collection
Chandigarh: Fashion value brand Max has announced the launch of their Spring 2015 collection boasting of a sensuous combination of exotic colors, prints and flattering silhouettes which are as fresh as the aura of spring. The latest collection features the season's hottest trends across clothing, accessories and footwear. The spring fashion for women this season is about water-color motifs, floral and experimental prints against vibrant tones adding a refreshing spin to women's western and ethnic wear. The woman who is always on-the-go can complete the look with fluted skirt and shrug created with both style and practicality in mind.
Punjabi Edition Of Kingfisher Backstage launched
Chandigarh: Punjab edition of Kingfisher Strong Backstage has been launched with a special collaboration with nationally acclaimed singer Harshdeep Kaur. The singing sensation has recorded an exclusive track which has been revealed in the digital space. To create an exceptional journey into the roots of Punjab to discover unmatched, soulful and truly unique tunes, three Punjab-based regional singing talents will be provided a platform to showcase their musical flair. A video performance of the promising artists shot amidst the scenic locales of the state will be launched digitally every Wednesday of this month.