Punjab announces rotational irrigation prog
Chandigarh: Punjab Irrigation Department on Sunday announced the rotational programme for irrigation for the current Kharif season through canal water up to November 8. The channels of Sirhind Canal System would run on priority basis from Patiala feeder, Sidhwan Branch, Bathinda Branch, Bist Doab Canal, Patiala feeder and Abohar Branch respectively. Spokesperson said that channels off taking from Bhakra Main line in Group ‘A' being in the first preference will run to their indent. Balance water supplies available will be utilized in direct distributaries of Ghaggar Branch and Patiala Minor in group 'B' respectively.
Five killed in road accident
ludhiana: Five persons, including two women and a child, were killed while four others sustained serious injuries when a vehicle in which they were travelling collided with a truck at Samrala-Khanna road. The police said that the occupants of the SUV were on their way to Nawanshahr from Karnal (Haryana) to attend a family function, when it collided head-on with the truck. The injured, who were stated to be in critical condition, were rushed to PGIMER in Chandigarh, the police added.
Congressmen protest against BJP
Chandigarh: Chandigarh Congress has intensified the campaign against the decision of the BJP Government for stopping distribution of the food ration under the public distribution system in the city and price rise. Congress held signature campaign (Hastakshar Maha Abhiyan) at Daddumajra Sector 38 on Sunday and public rally at the Dhanas. In continuation of its drive against the decision of the BJP Government to stop distribution of the food ration under the public distribution system in the city, the Congress has been holding series of signature campaign in all over the city. Pardeep Chhabra, president Chandigarh Congress strongly attacked the BJP Government for making the life miserable of the residents.
Mural making workshop at ATS School
Dera Bassi: A mural making workshop was held at ATS Valley School here. The students came up with beautiful designs of flora and fauna on school boundary wall, which was the theme of the workshop. Sandeep Sehgal, Head of School said, “At ATS Valley School, children are encouraged to work with their hands. This tactile learning emphasises and enhances fine motor skills. It also creates a sense of harmony with nature, and with oneself.” Among the many ways that the school encourages this type of learning is through mural design and creation.
Different groups of children were made to encourage equal participation and also to inculcate the spirit of teamwork among the students. The murals were made under the guidance of teachers, using stones and different colours of paint, which brought out a colourful work by the students.
Vigilance awareness week observed
Chandigarh: Students of Guru Nanak Public School, Sector 36 here were actively involved during the weeklong “Vigilance Awareness Week”. A session on Curbing Corruption was conducted by NK Singh, Vigilance Officer, HPCl at the school campus which was well attended by students and staff. The speaker impart the students how they can play an active role in curb in this malpractice. They were also briefed about the history of scams and scandals in the country and also the impact of Right to Information (RTI). This interactive session also featured a Quiz in which many students won prizes. HPCl officials also conducted a session on Safety and Conservation of lPG Gas.
Over 4,000 registered for Job Fest
Mohali: More than 4000 candidates from all over the North India have registered for 31st Aryans Job Fest to be held on November 3 at Aryans Campus. More than 75 companies from various domains of the industry are confirmed to participate in this Job Fest. For free online Registration visit Aryans Website i.e. www.aryans.edu.in. Dr Anshu Kataria, Chairman, Aryans Group said that thousands of candidates from North India are expected to participate in the Fest. In this fest, job opportunities would be available for B.Tech, MBA, BBA, BCA, BA, B.Com, M.Tech, Diploma, ITI etc. He said that candidates need to carry 10 copies of their resumes and passport size photographs with them.
school organises annual day function
Mohali: Gillco International School, Mohali on Sunday organised its Annual Day Function amidst massive participation of students and their parents at the school campus. The function was themed as ‘Radio Jazbaa’ which witnessed Chief Guests Tejinderpal Singh Sidhu
(IPS), DC, Mohali and Gurpreet Singh Bhullar (IAS) SSP, Mohali, applauded the talent of students during the scintillating performances. The Gillconians transported the audience into the world of Radio Jazbaa through appropriate commentary and enthusiastic performances, complete with Radio Jockeys and all. The Kindergarten wing presented a ‘Medley Of Rhymes’, where the students acquainted us to their little Kingdom by hopping on a bus. The tiny tots of lKG also reinforced the message ‘You are what you eat’ through a short skit.
MSU launches MSC in Project Management
Chandigarh: Missouri State University (MSU) has launched Graduate Programme, titled Master of Science in Project Management (MPM). The programme provides relevant and timely graduate education to project management professionals from all disciplines.
The program is intended for Chandigarh, Punjab Haryana and Himachal Pradesh students who hold a bachelor’s degree in Technology, Business Administration, liberal Arts, Applied and Natural Sciences, or Engineering and who are in, or aspiring to, project management related positions. Colonel Kent D Thomas, Assistant Vice President, International Programmes, MSU, said, “The Master of Science in Project Management (MPM) at MSU is one of its kind and fully accredited programme by the PMI (Project Management Institute) Global Accreditation. The program is also accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.”
Holy Child School celebrates annual day
Chandigarh: Holy Child School, Morni Road, Panchkula on Sunday organised their 20th Annual Day Celebrations amidst massive participation from students and their parents at Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh.
Chief Guest Kanwar Sandhu, the noted veteran journalist of the region graced the occasion. School’s chairperson Neena Trehan welcomed the chief guests and parents. The show began with ' My life is in you, lord ' and then began ' The Magical Odyssey ' : a tale of a king who travels through different lands in pursuit of gold and ultimately after covering Japan, Greece, Arabia, Americas, England and Africa along with India realises that the real wealth lies in love and contentment. Vibrant, colourful, jubilant and highly
creative are the words that would define this show which was powered by brilliant musical score, well choreographed dances performed by the children in fascinating costumes from different countries.