Rao Inderjit: ex-servicemen to fulfill their needs
Chandigarh: Union Minister of State for Defence, Rao Inderjit Singh on Wednesday said that the Central Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister. Narendra Modi has fulfilled the demand of the soldiers for ‘One Rank One Pension’ and has constituted one-member Commission to remove the shortcomings, if any. While speaking after inaugurating Golden lion Canteen for ex-servicemen at Pataudi in district Gurgaon, he said that ex-servicemen are the backbone of the country and they should not feel that government did not care for them. He added that another such canteen would soon be opened at Kanina in district Rewari. He also honoured about 200 war widows by presenting them blankets.
Minister expresses gratitude to voters
Chandigarh: Haryana Development and Panchayats Minister, OP Dhankar has expressed his gratitude to the voters for their enthusiastic participation in the fifth general elections to the panchayati raj institutions held across the state on January 10, 17 and 24. While referring to the unanimous election of 51.9 per cent candidates in the first phase, 56.42 per cent in the second phase and 56.27 per cent in the third phase, he said that it clearly proves that the State Government’s efforts to bring people with clean image and more educated women into politics have been widely appreciated. Apart from this, over 85 per cent voters exercised their franchise in all three phases of the election. The youngest candidates were elected in Mewat. The election of those younger than the average age of 34 years and with educational qualifications higher than graduation reflects a step forward to further strengthen democracy, he added.
Haryana Govt to observe 2 min silence for martyrs
Chandigarh: Haryana Government has decided to observe a two-minute silence across the state on January 30 at 11 am to commemorate the memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the freedom struggle of the country. A spokesman said that Commissioners of all four Divisions of Ambala, Hisar, Rohtak and Gurgaon, all Deputy Commissioners and Sub Divisional Magistrates (Civil) in the state have been asked to make necessary arrangements in this regard in their districts concerned.
Edu Dept showcases its initiatives this R-Day
Chandigarh: The UT Administration’s Department of School Education showcased its initiatives towards adoption of technology in the day to day classroom scenario through the tableau provided by Extramarks Education on this Republic Day parade organized at the Parade Ground. The theme of tableau presented by the department was ‘Transformation of classroom setup from Gurukul to Board and chalk method to Smart learn Classes. The tableau presented centered on the revolutionary smart learn classes which are being adopted by government schools. The Smart learning solutions showcased were provided by Extramarks Education, said a spokesman while adding that it is for the first time that digital learning methods have been displayed publically.
Punjab Govt declares holiday on Jan 28
Chandigarh: Punjab Government has declared a public holiday on January 28 on account of the 150th birth anniversary of lala lajpat Rai ji. A spokesman said that all Punjab Government offices, boards, corporations and educational institutions would remain closed on January 28 to mark the 150th birth anniversary of great martyr lala lajpat Rai ji.
‘Check spread of wheat diseases’
Chandigarh: Kiran Choudhry, leader of the Haryana Congress legislature Party (ClP), has asked the BJP Government, led by the Chief Minister, Manohar lal Khattar, to swing into action to check the spread of tela-chepa and yellow rust which have afflicted the crop across the state. The state Government should also take remedial measures to save such crop as has been damaged and compensate the farmers for the loss of cotton, guar and bajra crops. The farmers are still awaiting compensation despite repeated assurance given by the BJP Government on the floor of the House during the last Winter Session, she added. She accused the government of supplying the farmers wheat seeds without getting them medically treated.
PSPCl celebrateS Republic day
Patiala: KD Chaudhri, chairman cum managing director, PSPCl unfurled National Flag at head office Patiala on the occasion of 67th Republic Day on Wednesday. Chaudhri said that the PSPCl has made remarkable progress in last five years, in terms of reliable power supply, performance & customer services. He said that every year our performance betters the previous one. He specially mentioned the last year when one after another top awards in India were showered on PSPCl.
SBI celebrates Republic Day
Chandigarh: State Bank of India Chandigarh Circle celebrated 67th Republic Day in its local head office premises with fervour and enthusiasm. Anil Kishora, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India, unfurled the National Flag and released tri-colour balloons as gesture of unity and goodwill. The National Anthem was played by school children and a cultural programme of patriotic songs was also organized to pay tribute to our nation. On the occasion, Kishora alongwith the Circle Management Committee flagged off the school bus donated to Jyoti Sarup Kanya Asra Society, Kharar, a girl orphanage.
Saffron BRINGS IN new flavours TO WINTER FARE
Chandigarh: Saffron, the Indian fine dining restaurant at JW Marriott Chandigarh is all set to bring in the freshest and the most imaginative ideas for a good meal to snug into this winter season. With its new menu launched on Wednesday, the hotel plans to bring the same dishes with a fusion of taste and innovation to make them exciting. Chef Naveen Handa, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Chandigarh said, “The upgraded menu of Saffron will be joined by new Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian options available three options i.e. Vegetarian Set Menu, Non Vegetarian Set Menu and Sea Food Menu. The Vegetarian Set Menu will have options like Mutter aur Daraksh ki Tikki, lucknowi chok ki tikki, Nawabi Ajwani Subz Handi, Safed Phedhe ka Halwa, the non Vegetarian set menu will offer Gosht ki chapali, Dhabe Wala Butter Chicken and the seafood set menu will have variety like Surkh lal Mirch Ka Tandoori Jhinga, Punjabi Macchi Curry to offer”.
Punjab announces rotational prog for irrigation
Chandigarh: Punjab Irrigation Department has announced the rotational programme for irrigation for the current rabi season through canal water from January 28 to February 4. The channels of Sirhind canal system would run on the priority basis from Patiala feeder, Abohar Branch, Sidhwan Branch, Bathinda Branch and Bist Doab Canal respectively. A spokesman said that the channels off taking from Ghaggar Branch and Patiala Minor in group 'B' being in the first preference will run to their indent. Balance water supplies available will be utilized in direct distributaries of Bhakra Main line in Group A' respectively.
State bank of Patiala celebrates 67th R-Day
Chandigarh: State Bank of Patiala celebrated 67th Republic Day at its head office, The Mall in Patiala. SA Ramesh Rangan, Managing Director of the Bank hoisted flag on the occasion and thanked the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives for our country as also the countless patriots who struggled for our independence. Thereafter, 12 RO Systems were donated by the Bank to 12 Veer Naris (widows) of the martyrs who were killed in operation “Rakhshak” in Jammu & Kashmir & operation “Rahino” in Assam. The managing director also distributed sweets among the staff and public.
Central Bank of India celebrates 67th Republic day
Chandigarh: Central Bank of India celebrated 67THRepublic Day with full zeal and enthusiasm on Tuesday. Ajay Vyas, Field general manager of zone hoisted the National Flag on the campus of Bank, followed by singing of National Anthem by all members present on the occasion.
Vyas exhorted workers to take a pledge to serve the customers of the Bank with full zeal and vigour and fulfill their financial needs. He said that the difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world’s problems.
Veena Didi awarded on Republic Day
Hisar: Veena, Director, Verma News Agency, Hisar has been awarded by Krishan Kumar Bedi, Haryana Social & Welfare Minister, Haryana on Republic Day on January 26. She was given a certificate of appreciation in recognition of marvelous service for rescue, rehabilitation and union of mentally retarded and sexually harassed woman with their families belonging to far away places situated in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Gujarat and Haryana independently and own her own expenses.
PU organizes multi-faceted program on message of Swami Vivekanand
Chandigarh, Swami Vivekananda believed that youth of India needed proper direction as they possess great creative energy and divine potential to achieve anything. He gave the mantra of three P's Purity, Patience and Perseverance. Taking the message forward, five day multifaceted program to sensitise the youth towards environment excellence through participatory approach Unfolding Youth Potential for Environment Excellence: Swami Vivekananda Vision" commenced here at Panjab University. Coordinator of the Centre and PU Dean Students Welfare (Women) Prof Nandita Singh informed that the only qualification that Swamiji looked for in youngsters was to cultivate and nurture the ability to feel. These are important traits that the youth of today is aspiring for as is evident from their keenness to be part of positive change that can impact the entire society.
CII ORGANISES SESSION ON RESPIRATORY DISORDERS
Chandigarh, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Chandigarh Council in association with Dr Reddy’s Foundation for Health Education (DRFHE) organised a session on ‘Respiratory Disorders’ for a healthier workforce at JREW Engineering limited, Mohali. Speaking at the session, Dr Zafar Ahmed, Pulmonologist, Fortis Hospital shared his expertise on ‘Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases’ (COPD) which are quite prevalent these days. COPD is a type of obstructive lung disease characterised by chronically poor airflow with symptoms such as symptoms include shortness of breath, cough, and sputum production. Smoking is the leading cause for COPD along with air pollution, occupational intake of emissions, genetics and exacerbations. Some of the major ailments include asthma, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and tuberculosis.