Victory of BJP-SAD alliance because of unity: Jain
Chandigarh: Satya Pal Jain, Additional Solicitor General of India and former MP from Chandigarh has said that the victory of the BJP-Akali Dal alliance has been possible primarily because of the unity shown by the BJP as well as SAD workers in the Mayoral Election held on last Friday. Jain said that the whole credit for this victory goes to Prabhat Jha MP and in-charge of the BJP Chandigarh and Kirron Kher local MP who handled and tackled the whole situation with maturity and determination. He said that because of the approach adopted by Jha, the party was successful in giving a message of unity which demoralised the anti BJP forces.
Indian Dietetics Day observed
Chandigarh: On this occasion of Indian Dietetics Day celebrated throughout India on January 10 every year. The Department of Dietetics, PGIMER organised a workshop for workers emphasising on this year’s theme of making food safe to eat which coincides with this year’s WHO theme on food safety. No matter how nutritious the food item is; it will be of no use and rather harmful and fatal for the consumer if it is prepared and served unhygienically so food handlers play a most important part in delivery of healthy and safe food to the patients as well as general public. Keeping this theme in mind, lectures were delivered to all food handlers from different eating establishments within PGIMER, by the experts in the field of microbiology, nutrition and hand hygiene. Quiz contest was also held to analyse the knowledge of food handlers towards safe food practices.
Entrepreneurs interact with students
Chandigarh: Corporate, executives, entrepreneurs and leaders of Industries interacted with the students in the session organised at University Business School (UBS), Panjab University (PU) on ‘Industry Expectations on Summer Training’. The speakers for the event were Himmat Singh —Head Segment Strategy at TataTeleservices, Harshveer Singh Jaspal – Managing Director at Drish Infotech ltd among others. The dignitaries talked about the current requirements of the industries and expectations from the students as new comers to the corporate world. They also answered the students by giving the mantra of “no shortcut to success “and explained the same through their story of hard work and persuasion. Chairman of UBS, Prof SK Chaddha expressed his views by quoting “The need of the hour is entrepreneurs” and inspired the students not only to be the job seekers but also the job givers.
DST Inspire Camp proves learning experience
Chandigarh: The third DST INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) internship camp participants found the Panjab University (PU) INSPIRE camp as a great learning experience and urged for increasing the tenure of the camp. Third DST INSPIRE
Internship Camp had concluded at Panjab University (PU) on Saturday. Five days long DST Inspire Internship Camp was organised for Class XI and XII Science students from January 5 to 9. Former Secretary of Department of Science &Technology, Government of India, Professor T Ramasami, who had devised the INSPIRE concept, delivered the valedictory address at the DST Inspire Camp.
lally to run signature campaign in Punjab
Chandigarh: The recent lathicharge done by Police in Mohali has failed to dampen the spirits of Punjab Youth Congress (PYC) and its activists are determined to push the demand for naming Chandigarh international airport after the legendary freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh, said president of PYC, Amarpreet Singh lally adding that now the support of all Gram Panchayats across Punjab would be sought through a signature campaign. This initiative will take off from the native village, Khatkarkalan of Bhagat Singh soon. He said, “During my 115 km long five-day ‘Padyatra’ from Khatkarkalan to Mohali international airport, I received overwhelming response from the local populace for the cause. We will run a signature campaign where we would garner the support of all Panchayts in Punjab. The final report will be sent to the President Pranab Mukherjee”.
KYOCERA Solutions supports Google cloud print
Chandigarh: KYOCERA Document Solutions has announced that selected printers will now be able to support Google Cloud Print, making it even easier to access documents from anywhere and support growing printing needs, without the deployment of IT departments. Google Cloud Print is a service offered by Google Inc. that allows users to print from their smart phones, tablets, personal computers or any other web-connected devices, to any cloud-connected printer without installing specific printer drivers on their devices.
ATS Valley to introduce Crèche facility
Dera Bassi: ATS Valley School here announced introduction of pre-primary section from the forthcoming academic session 2016-17. The school would be the first in the vicinity to introduce thematic units for involving children in creative work. Sandeep Sehgal, School Principal said, “We are starting crèche facilities for small children to build their foundation for school education. It will be a wholesome and hygienic place with trained assistants, activity room for motor skill development and access to open and green areas”.
Shane Punjab diversifies, expands presence
Chandigarh: Shane Punjab Group has announced its business diversification and expansion. Besides setting its footprint in all major North Indian states including Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and Delhi, it is considering enhancing its product portfolio to include spices. Recently, Shane Punjab Group has entered into real estate and hotel industry vertical as well. Mishti Chakraborty, one of the most promising Bollywood actresses who starred in Subhash Ghai’s film Kaanchi: The Unbreakable, Tamil & Telugu films, and starring in Indra Kumar’s forthcoming movie Great Grand Masti, has been hired as Shane Punjab Group’s brand ambassador along with Khalid Siddique, a renowned model in the advertising industry.
Over 2,100 registered for Aryans’ Job Fest
Mohali: More than 2100 candidates from all over the North India have registered for 32nd Aryans Job Fest to be held on January 20 at Aryans Campus. More than 40 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 while giving this information 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.