Former INlD leader joins BJP
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar lal has welcomed former Indian National lok Dal leader, Sardar Hardayal Singh Gadrana to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Gadrana, who was a close aide of former Deputy Prime Minister, late Devi lal, was inducted in the BJP in the presence of Chief Minister at a function in New Delhi on Tuesday. The Chief Minister said that since coming into power, the Government had launched several schemes for the welfare of all sections of the society. This has increased the support base of the party, and leaders from other parties are joining the BJP. Welcoming Gadrana to the party, he urged him to work to ensure that the welfare policies of the party reach all people. He also urged the party workers to spread awareness about the welfare programmes and public interest policies being implemented by the Haryana Government.
CGRF to conduct meeting at Panchkula
Chandigarh: The chairman of Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum (CGRF) of Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam, along with the members of the CGRF, would conduct a meeting at the office of XEN ‘OP’ division, Panchkula, Power Colony, Industrial Area, Phase-II, Panchkula, from 12.30 pm to 2 pm on April 20 to redress the grievances and hear complaints of consumers. A spokesman said that the CGRF would take up all grievances and complaints of consumers, including billing problems, voltage complaints, problems in metering, disconnection and reconnection of power supply, interruptions, failure of power supply, efficiency, safety, reliability and non-compliance of the orders of Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission.
‘Godrej Auditorium’ at Mohali campus
Mohali: The Indian School of Business (ISB) announced the naming of the state-of-the-art auditorium at its Mohali campus as the “Godrej Auditorium” to acknowledge the continuous support, encouragement and philanthropic contributions from the Godrej Group under the leadership of Adi Godrej, who is also the chairman of the ISB’s Governing and Executive Board. He has been associated with ISB as an executive board member since its inception and as the chairman of the Board since April 2011. Professor Rajendra Srivastava, Dean, ISB welcomed and requested Adi Godrej to unveil the plaque christening the auditorium. Speaking on the occasion, Adi Godrej, said, “ISB today stands tall as an accomplished world class B school with several accomplishments to its credit.”
UCO bank conducts silent march
Chandigarh: A silent march was conducted by UCO Bank, on Tuesday in Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula to create awareness among the public regarding Non-Performing Accounts and willful defaulters of the bank. The banks are continuously under the threat of increase in the level of Non Performing Assets due to default by the borrowers. The march was conducted under the Many against One approach (MAO). MAO approach is a noble measure adopted by the banks for recovery of the amount in default from the borrowers. It is a silent demonstration with placards and banners. The march was led by UC Saxena, Zonal Manager, Chandigarh Zone, along with 22 staff members from Branches, Circle Office, Zonal Office and Regional Training Centre, Chandigarh. During the march, the bank staff contacted nine borrowers and appealed to them for repaying the bank’s loan.
Mahavir’s teachings more relevant today: Jain
Chandigarh: Satya Pal Jain, former city MP and Additional Solicitor General of India has said that teachings of lord Mahavir like non-violence, live and let others live, don’t possess more than your needs etc. are today more relevant to the society, then whom they were given by him, thousands years back. He said that if the world has to achieve peace, it will have to follow the path shown by lord Mahavir. Jain addressed religious congregations in Jain Sathanak and Digambar Jain Mandir.
Ex CBI Director, team to visit Patna, Ranchi
Mohali: Ex CBI Director Joginder Singh would visit Patna and Ranchi on April 20 with a team of Aryans Group of Colleges. He would also launch a special Aryans scholarship scheme for the students of Bihar & Jharkhand for their higher education. The students who want to apply for the scholarship can apply by giving a missed call on toll free helpline no. 1800-30000-388 or register on www.aryans.edu.in. Anshu Kataria, chairman, Aryans Group said that the scholarship would be given on the merit cum means basis. The scholarship can be availed in the various courses running at Aryans, including B.Tech, MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Ed, BA, Polytechnic Diploma, GNM etc.
Digamber Jain Mandir celebrates Mahavir Jayanti
Chandigarh: Digamber Jain Mandir Society in Sector 27 celebrated Mahavir Jayanti with religious fervour. On this occasion Mayor Arun Sood flagged off Rath Yatra which passed through Sector 28 and reached at the Mandir where main function was organised. Justice (retired) Shushil Kumar Jain presided over the function while former chief justice Gokul Chand Mittal Jain, Mayor Arun Sood, city BJP president Sanjay Tandon, former MP Satya Pal Jain graced the occasion as the special guests.
Blood donation camp organised
Chandigarh: In a series of functions to commemorate completion of AIBEA’s 70th year, Punjab Bank Employees Federation organised blood donation camp at Parbhat Parwana Trade Union Centre in Patiala. The camp was inaugurated by Haridas KV, Chief General Manager, State Bank of Patiala and Vasudha Bhat Kumar, General Manager (HR & GA) was the guest of honour. Hundred donors donated blood at the camp.
TVS Motor launches new Victor in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: TVS Motor Company rolled out its much awaited motorcycle, TVS Victor in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh. An electric start fires up the 4 speed powertrain to churn out nine.Six PS of power@ 8000 rpm with a torque of 9.4 Nm @6000 rpm. Designed to suit customers looking for comfort, safety and handling, the new TVS Victor delivers an excellent mileage of 76 km/l under standard TVS test conditions. It carries an 8 liter fuel tank (including 2 liter reserve). The motorcycle has a wheelbase of 1260 mm with a ground clearance of 175 mm. TVS Victor comes in both disc and drum brake versions and is built on single cradle tubular frame.
SBOP Cricket Coaching Camp completed
Patiala: The State Bank of Patiala organised a free Cricket Coaching Camp for children (Boys only) for its staff members and Public of age group between 10 to 15 and 13 to 15 years at the NICS, Sirhind Road, Patiala. The camp completed successfully with Haridas KV, CGM, (commercial Banking) giving away certificates to the participants.