Manjit Singh GK reappointed Delhi SAD unit chief
Chandigarh: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has reappointed Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) president Manjit Singh GK as chief of Delhi SAD unit, even as former army chief and Arunachal Pradesh Governor Gen (retd) JJ Singh has been appointed as new president of the SAD Ex-Servicemen wing. The party has also re-nominated former SGPC president Bibi Jagir Kaur as president of the Istri Akali Dal. Former minister Gulzar Singh Ranike has been re-nominated as the SAD Scheduled Caste wing chief while former minister Hira Singh Gabria has been re-nominated as president of the SAD Backward Caste wing.
Haryana Bharat Scouts bags 7 national awards
Chandigarh: Haryana State Bharat Scouts and Guides Association has bagged seven national awards for the excellent performance in various Scouts or Guides events and activities planned and organised during 2016-17. A spokesman said that Haryana was the only state which has got the highest number of awards, leaving behind even the big states like Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar, Kerala, Odisha and a number of other states and Union Territories. These awards were presented in the National Council meeting that held in New Delhi on November 12.
DNB Neurology course to begin in Haryana
Chandigarh: In Haryana, candidates will soon be able to pursue Diplomat of National Board (DNB) Neurology course as the State Government has decided to start the same in Pt B.D. Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Science, Rohtak under National Board of Examination, said Health Minister Anil Vij. He said that Chief Minister Manohar lal has accorded approval for the same. It would be a three year course with annual intake capacity of two which would be started with the support of experience and expert Neurology Consultants in the larger public interest.
HP Govt invites nomination for state-level awards
Shimla: Himachal Government has invited the nominations for the State level Awards, namely Himachal Gaurav Purskar, Prerna Srot Samman and Civil Service awards, which would be conferred on Himachal Day i.e. April 15, 2018. He said that the last date for receiving nominations or recommendation in General Administration Department has been fixed for December 31. The recommendations should be sent on the prescribed proforma along with a brief write-up in Hindi, in narrative form clearly bringing out the distinguished and exceptional achievements or services justifying the recommendation of eligible person or organization after due verification. Prescribed proforma is available on www.himachal.nic.in/gad.
National Press Day celebrated
Chandigarh: As a part of the celebrations, to commemorate the National Press Day at the State & Union Territory level jointly with press organizations/journalists institutions, the Chandigarh Department of Public Relations in association with the Chandigarh Press Club organized an open forum that centered on “Challenges before the Media”. Media Veterans were invited from print, electronic & digital mediums to share, discuss and ponder over the challenges faced by the journalists during the early years and in the present times. With the wealth of collective experience & knowledge, the veterans not only shared the challenges, but also guided the journalists on how they can overcome obstacles, maintain their credibility & achieve excellence in the field of journalism.
Exchange of colour palettes between 2 UTs
Chandigarh: Under the ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat Mission’, the philosophy of which is ‘oneness’, the Chandigarh Administration and Chandigarh lalit Kala Akademi, in collaboration with the Government of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Department of Tourism, have been working on an exchange programme, which encourages artists of both the union territories to visit and share their knowledge and expertise with each other through workshops, seminars, demonstrations and exhibitions. Under this, a training-cum-art workshop by artists from Chandigarh, audio-visual presentations, demonstrations and exhibitions with the artists of DNH was organised for the students and art lovers of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, in Silvassa. Senior and young artists from Chandigarh travelled to Dadra and Nagar Haveli to create a creative confluence, which was inaugurated by Mohit Mishra, Deputy Director, DNH Tourism and Bheem Malhotra, Chairman, Chandigarh lalit Kala Akademi on November 13
Stop dumping Garbage at Dadumajra: Bansal
Chandigarh: Concerned over the way the authorities in Chandigarh have handled the Dadu Majra garbage dumping site issue, former Union Minister and ex-MP Pawan Kumar Bansal has called for immediate action to bring respite to the residents and save them from perilous health problems. “Heaps of unprocessed garbage, unbearable offensive stench, medical waste, fires breaking out, poisonous gases emanating leading to dreadful health issues – is this what you call “Swachh ChandigarhIJ” he asked. Garbage is being dumped at the landfill in the most unscientific manner which leads to breeding of flies, mosquitoes and it generates poisonous gases, leading to the present hopeless situation, Bansal added.
Talwar Jewellers open new store in Mohali
Mohali: Talwar Jewellers has opened their new store in Phase 5 Mohali, spread over 8000 sq ft with collection of wedding jewellery, bangles, Engagement Rings, cuffing and many more. Rajat Talwar and Arjun Talwar said that now they are taking this legacy further as another mega store is being added at Mohali along with the existing superstores at Sector 22 and Elante Mall.