Haryana alters process of pension payment
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has simplified the process of pension payment on the basis of Digital life Certificate (DlC). A spokesman said that the Government has approved the implementation of Aadhaar Enabled Jeevan Pramaan Patra (JPP) System for State Government pensioners. Now, a life certificate issued online by a government agency as a result of aadhar biometric authentication will also be accepted as a valid certificate. This document may be accessed through a website www.jeevanpramaan.gov.in by the treasury or sub-treasury without insisting either on personal appearance of the pensioner of life Certificate by the competent authority
Kamboj pays surprise visit to RTA Karnal
Chandigarh: Haryana Minister of State for Food and Supplies and Transport Karandev Kamboj paid a surprise visit to RTA office in Karnal and after inspecting important files, he issued necessary directions to the officers. Kamboj visited the office early at 9:15am and immediately asked for attendance register, important files and thoroughly inspected them. He spoke to the officials regarding files and asked the employees to be punctual and complete the work people on time. He said that any negligence in official work and complaint against anyone in corruption matter would be strictly dealt with. The Minister also asked the officers to timely complete the works of people.
DCs notified as district officers
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has notified all the deputy commissioners in the State as district officers in their concerned districts to exercise powers or discharge functions under Section-5 of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. A notification to this effect has been issued by Women and Child Development Department here.
Free coaching provided to 148 students
Chandigarh: Punjab Education Department in a unique initiative has imparted free coaching to 148 students of science stream in Jalandhar district. A spokesperson said that under this unique initiative, lecturers of government schools voluntarily came forward to impart free coaching to 148 students of 18 schools. They imparted coaching for the AIEEE and AIPMET examinations and the free coaching to 69 students of medical stream is still going on. Education Minister Dr Daljit Singh Cheema would felicitate 14 lecturers of science stream and 3 other academicians who imparted free coaching, at a special function to be organised on April 16 at Jalandhar.
Haryana promotes nine assistants
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has promoted nine assistants of Haryana Civil Secretariat as officiating Deputy Superintendents with effect from the date they assume the charge of new assignment. Those who have been promoted include Raj Kumari, General Services-III Branch; Hawa Singh Sheoran, B and R (Estt-II) Branch; Hari Krishan, Publicity Branch; Basu Dev, Irrigation (Works) Branch; Bijender Singh, labour Branch; Ranbir Singh Chauhan, CM's Cell; Sunita Kumari, Power Branch; Gajender Singh Yadav, CM's Secretariat and Ved Parkash, Town and Country Planning Branch.
Cop caught while accepting bribe
Chandigarh: Haryana State Vigilance Bureau has caught assistant sub inspector Vijay Singh, Incharge Police Post Uchana, district Jind red handed while accepting an illegal gratification of Rs40,000 from Dharmender, a resident of Koth Kalan, district Hisar for releasing his relative Dalbir alias Pappu. A spokesman of the Bureau said that a case has been registered against the accused under section 7, 13 and 49 of Prevention of Corruption Act at Bureau's Police Station, Hisar.
CHB to collect UID numbers of allottees
Chandigarh: To maintain records and monitor a database of existing allottees and his/her dependent family members under various housing schemes of Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB), the Board will collect UID/Aadhaar numbers of all its allottees, whether under rehabilitation schemes or under general housing schemes. The collection of UID/Aadhaar numbers of these allottees will be started shortly and CHB has targeted completion of this exercise within three months. This move of the Board will ensure expeditious and fair allotment as well as prevent any irregularities in the allotment process.
Hotel Turquoise joins with European Hotel Brand
Chandigarh: Hotel Turquoise in Chandigarh has got a new identity with an international feel and treatment. The hotel has joined hands with the Continent Worldwide Hotels & Resorts, based out of Turkey and will now continue operations as: Continent Turquoise. With 65 stylish rooms , bar and an Exclusive Rooftop Revolving Restaurant attached to an inviting open- sky Terrace which presents a breathtaking view of city greens, guests are guaranteed an ever memorable and pleasant experience that will strike a perfect blend of traditional Indian hospitality with modern comforts. Sunil Bansal, MD, Hotel Turquoise said, "The collaboration will bring us on the international map as Continent Group is renowned and famous for its hospitality and this will be a reason for the city's pride too."
Orra announces anniversary sale
Chandigarh: Orra, jewellery retail chain, announced its Anniversary Sale, which is on till May 8 in Chandigarh and Punjab. Anniversary Sale offers the Rajmahal collection, an elaborate 22kt gold Bridal neckpiece, which is no less than a piece of art.
Bhutan Ambassador in lPU
Jalandhar: Bhutan Ambassador to India, Major General Vetsop Namgye was at the lovely Professional University on Wednesday to participate in the function One World. Chancellor of the University Ashok Mittal, Pro Chancellor Rashmi greeted the Bhutanese Ambassador