HARYANA TO give BAJRA UNDER PDS IN WINTERS
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has decided to distribute Bajra under Public Distribution System (PDS) in winter season. Haryana Food and Supplies Minister Karan Dev Kamboj said that under the PDS five kilogram Bajra would be distributed to every ration card holder in seven districts of the State. These districts include Bhiwani, Hisar, Jhajjar, Mewat, Narnaul, Rewari and Rohtak. Kamboj said that the Bajra would be distributed in January under the National Food Security Act so that people could utilise it during winters. The Minister said that the step has been taken to ensure that people of the State get all nutrients properly in their food. For this, the Department has made all arrangements so that no problem would be faced during distribution.
NIT CElEBRATES NATIONAl MATHEMATICS DAY
Kurukshetra: National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra celebrated National Mathematics Day with a healthy participation by academicians and students. Dr ASV Ravi Kanth, HOD, Mathematics said that every year December 22 is observed as National Mathematics Day to celebrate birth anniversary of great Indian Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. Prof Paras Ram delivered a talk on “The Glory of Indian Mathematicians” and enlightened the participants about the amazing contribution of the Indian Mathematician legends. Dr Sarasvati Yadav (Coordinator) of the event, Prof Sathans, Dean (Student Welfare), Prof Ashwani Kumar, HOD (Physics), Prof Gl Pahuja, HOD (Electrical Engineering), Prof Vikas Chaudhary, HOD (Humanities and Social Sciences), Prof JS lather of NIT Kurukshetra and briefed participants about the progress of mathematics in India.
CENTRAl BANK OF INDIA CElEBRATES FOUNDATION DAY
Chandigarh: Central Bank of India celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Chandigarh. Ajit Balaji Joshi, District Magistrate and Deputy Commissioner of Chandigarh was the Chief Guest of the function. Ajay Vyas, Field General Manager of the Bank said that the Bank is moving on the path of innovative and responsible banking as per the way shown by the Founder. Deputy Commissioner felicitated many staff members who have performed exceedingly well under various parameters.
SJVN HONORED WITH PSU 2015 AWARD
Shimla: SJVN has been awarded “PSU Award 2015” by Governance Now. SJVN has been selected for Best Employee Productivity award under Mini-Ratna Category-I Public Sector Undertaking. The award was presented by Minister of State for Railway, Central Government. Manoj Sinha and received by AGM (BD&MS), Sanjay Uppal and AGM (P&A), Kl Vashistha on behalf of SJVN in a function at Delhi.
MUSIC lEAVES PEOPlE SPEllBOUND
Yamunanagar: A musical night mesmerised the audience of Yamunanagar arranged by White and Blue. Renowned Singer Sheenaa Chawlaa performed in the Musical Night. On this occasion, Romesh Pandita, Chariman, Alcobrew said that we are promoting Indian talent by giving them a big platform. The company aims to bring music which is loved by the common man. In short you create your reach simple to reach mass and class. The night continued for more than two hours.
COORDINATION panel OF MC staff MEETs MAYOR
Chandigarh: Representatives from co-ordination committee of Govt & MC employees & workers Chandigarh met with Poonam Sharma, Mayor of Chandigarh on Monday and lauded her efforts as the Mayor of the city. The delegation was led by Rakesh Kumar, Convenor and representatives of Fire department employees union. They said that the insurance cover to the Electricians and sewermen could be possible because of Mayor’s efforts who had taken up the issue with Chandigarh Administration in October this year.
JUNIOR GOlF CAMPS FROM DECEMBER 25 TO JAN 15
Chandigarh: Col Harinder Singh (Retd.),a certified golf pro instructor of Indian Golf Union (IGU), will be conducting golf capsules of six days each for children aged between 5 to 15 years, at Chandigarh Golf Club from December 25 to January 15, 2016. Apart from teaching the fundamentals of the game, Col Harinder said the children will also be taught about the physical and mental fitness.
School unveils SNAP HOMEWORK MOBIlE APP
Chandigarh: Alliance International School has introduced Snap Homework mobile App, a tool for teachers that makes communication with their classroom community (parents and students). Principal, Aruna Bhardwaj said, Snap Homework is a mobile application that allows teachers to instantly communicate classroom news, assignments and events to parents and students. The application allows teachers to create and post class updates, homework and even snap and share a fun video or picture from the classroom. Parents and students benefit from these regular updates from the teacher and these communications are always accessible on the phone.
NZ’s RADIOlOGIST TRAINs GADWASU FACUlTY
ludhiana: Dr Angela Hartman, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Radiology and Ex-Senior lecturer Radiology, Massey University, New Zealand visited, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, ludhiana, for five days. Dr Hartman trained the faculty and Post graduate students in the field of specialised imaging procedures in veterinary patients. The training programme included lectures on Ultrasonography, Doppler ultrasonography, Computerised Radiography and CT imaging.
2 PU DENTAl FACUlTY awarded
Chandigarh: Two PU Dental Doctors, Dr Shipra Gupta and Dr Devinder Preet Singh have been honored with “Specialist Dentist of the Year Award” in their respective specialty in Mumbai. The honors were bestowed at the annual awards ceremony organised by Famdent at a glittering ceremony. Dr Shipra Gupta and Assistant Professor, Dr Devinder Preet Singh are the Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at the Departments of Periodontics and Orthodontics respectively. Famdent Awards are given every year to honor the professionals for dental excellence and are now hailed as “Indian Dental Oscars”.
DR JAGWANT ElECTED AIFUCTO’s VICE-PRESIDENT
Chandigarh: Dr Jagwant Singh, Associate Professor SD college, Sector 32, Chandigarh and President Punjab and Chandigarh College Teacher’s Union, has been unanimously elected Vice-President of All India Federation of University and College Teachers’ Organisations (AIFUCTO) on the conclusion of XXXVIII statutory conference of the Federation at Ambaji, Gujarat.