4 members MPs delegation visit Haryana
Chandigarh: A 4-member delegation of MPs from Maharashtra visited the historical place of Kala Amb in Panipat on Wednesday and evinced keen interest in its historical significance. The members of the delegation were MPs Shivaji Patil, Arvind Sawant, Shriranga Barne and Pratap Rao Yadav. They said that due to their deep interest in Marathas, the historical places of Panipat assume special significance for them. later, they also visited Panipat Museum. MP Shivaji Patil said that it was his first visit to Panipat. The MPs also gathered lot of information about the articles and costumes displayed in the museum reflecting Haryanvi culture.
KU organises condolence meeting for Dr Kalam
Kurukshetra: Kurukshetra University organised a condolence meeting on Wednesday in memory of former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, who passed away in Shillong, Meghalaya on 27 July. A total of 200 people including the faculty and staff of the University paid homage to the ‘People’s President’. Dr Kalam had earlier visited KU in 2007 as chief guest at the 28th Convocation of the University.
Training camps for Haj pilgrims to be held
Chandigarh: With a view to facilitate Haj pilgrims, training camps will be organised at various places in Haryana from August 1 to 8 through Haryana State Haj Committee. A spokesman that a training camp would be organised on August 1 at Islami Madarasa, Hathin town, district Palwal. The timings for all training camps would be from 10 am to 5 pm. Pilgrims going on Haj from Haryana have been urged to reach these camps to get necessary information about Haj.
Simon company to expand business in Punjab
Chandigarh: In view of the fast growing infrastructure of Punjab and growing demand for electrical and industrial products in the region, Europe’s switch maker, Simon has announced its plans to introduce range of world-class switches and lighting control systems for Punjab market. With Punjab being the promising market for switch segment, the company is expanding its business and product portfolio in India while setting up strong distribution network, increasing sales channel and strengthening sales team in the State.
“PGI & American Scientists Symposium”
Chandigarh: “PGI & American Scientists Symposium” was held on July 29 at PGIMER here. Nine reputed scientists of different disciplines working at premier Institutes in USA visited the Institute on a scientific mission with the aim of fostering collaboration with PGIMER. Dr Julian Molina Consultant Division of Medical Oncology, Experimental Pathology & laboratory Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota explained in detail the emerging role of molecular targets in the management of lung cancer which was well attended and appreciated by Pulmonologists and basic scientists working in lung cancer in the institute.
Cleopatra kicks off eco friendly marathon
Chandigarh: To commemorate its 12 successful years of glory, Cleopatra kicked off Go Eco friendly & green beauty marathon in Punjab from July 29 from its outlet in Sector 9 here. Eco friendly marathon flagged off from Chandigarh will cover the milestones of Kharar, Mohali, Panchkula, ludhiana, Zirakpur, Patiala and culminate at Jaipur. Marathon is slated to run for a week and shall introduce one to the world of beauty & wellness and promote natural and eco friendly lifestyle in these cities and improve your overall persona from inside and outside. Cleopatra chain of spas and salon by Richa Aggarwal, beauty expert and owner has brought green beauty team of Cleopatra to showcase live mineral and eco makeovers which promote usage of all natural products. live presentations on going ECO CHIC, green monsoon styles, vegan food choices, stylish coiffure and green ways to attain youthfulness was done.
Punjab postpones state level function
Chandigarh: Punjab government has postponed the annual state level function to observe the martyrdom day of Shaheed Udham Singh on July 31 at Sunam in the light of weeklong national mourning in the memory of former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who passed away on July 27. The fresh date for the state level function to be observed with regard to martyrdom of Shaheed Udham Singh would be announced later on. However, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal would pay homage to the great martyr at Sunam on the solemn occasion on July 31. Similarly, the other dignitaries would also pay homage to Shaheed Udham Singh at other places in the state on the same day.
Punjab reconstitutes nsS advisory committee
Chandigarh: Punjab Government has re-constituted the National Service Scheme Advisory Committee. The committee members would hold their office for a term of 3 years. A spokesperson said that Punjab Deputy Chief Minister in his capacity as Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Department has been appointed as chairman of the committee. Punjab Chief Secretary, Secretary Sports and Youth Affairs, Vice-Chancellors of Panjab University, Punjabi University Patiala, P.A.U. ludhiana, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar, Punjab Technical University Jalandhar, Thapar Engineering and Technical Institute Patiala among others have been inducted as Members while State liasion Officer, National Service Scheme Cell has been included in the committee as Member Secretary.
GS Kalkat to be chairman of new committee
Chandigarh: Punjab Government has formed a committee to monitor Cost of Cultivation Study in the state. Chairman, Punjab Farmers Commission GS Kalkat has been appointed chairman of the committee while Financial Commissioner (Development), Secretary Planning Department, Commissioner Agriculture, and Director (Research) P.A.U. have been inducted as members. The spokesperson also said that Economic Adviser, Punjab would be the Member Secretary of the committee. The committee would accord final approval to sample designs for district wise cost of cultivation study, select main crops for district wise study, monitor the study and review the progress after 3 months and give suggestions.
GGS Institute pays tributes to Kalam
Kharar: Students and faculty members of GGS Sachdeva Group of Institutions paid rich tributes to India’s 11th president Dr APJ Abdul Kalam who had passed away on July 27. A condolence meeting was held here where Dr Kalam was remembered for his intellect and contribution to the growth of India. Students of management and engineering streams made presentations on life of Dr Kalam’s struggle and success.
HC’s condoloence meet for Justice Punchhi on Aug 3
Chandigarh: Punjab and Haryana High Court would convene a Full Court Reference to condole the demise of Justice MM Punchhi, Former Chief Justice of India on August 3 in the High Court Auditorium. Justice Punchhi expired on June 17, 2015.
‘1.41 lakh calls has landed at 104 helpline’
SAS Nagar: 104 medical helpline project manager Sunil Gandhi said that in last one year, total 1.41 lakh calls has landed at 104 helpline and out of them, 47476 calls were related to the helpline. Total 2750 complaints were lodged at 104 out of which 2438 people were competely satisfied / satisfied from the resolution of the complaints. Total 20,605 people has taken the medical advice and 206 people has taken Consultation for the Drugs, depression and anxiety, by the professional doctor and paramedic team. last year in June, Punjab Chief Minister. Prakash Singh Badal and Health Minister Surjit Kumar Jyani had started the 104 Medical helpline in Public Private Partnership with Ziqitza Health Care ltd. for the people.
“Continental Culinary Cruise”@ Elante
Chandigarh: Visitors and participants at the latest edition of the wonderful & exciting ‘Elante Wednesday’s’ got an opportunity to sail through Europe as Chef Kandla Nijhowne & Chef Som Dutt Sharma took them on a “Continental Culinary Cruise”. As part of the Elante Wednesday’s, a unique women-centric concept introduced by the mall, BluO at Elante Mall played host to a culinary workshop on Continental cuisines. The workshop, organised by Chef Kandla Nijhowne & Chef Som Dutt Sharma, saw visitors streaming in at BluO at Elante Mall to enhance their knowledge about Continental cuisines and learn from experts how to cook these exotic dishes.