Heavy rain, snowfall likely in Himachal from Feb 18-20
Shimla: The meteorological office on Friday issued an orange warning for heavy rains and snow in Himachal from February 18 to 20. It has also predicted a wet spell till February 22 as a fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from Saturday onwards. The MeT has also warned of heavy to very heavy rains, snow and thunderstorms with hail in isolated areas from February 18 to 20. Thunderstorms and rain are likely on Saturday. The weather office has also cautioned of disruption of traffic and other essential services during this period and said that blockage of state and national highways, disruption of electricity and communication in mid and high-hill areas cannot be ruled out. There was no appreciable change in the minimum and maximum temperatures.
Haryana Labour Deptt launches Central Processing Centres
Chandigarh: Haryana Labour Department on Friday established the Central Processing Centre (CPC) at Sector 14 Panchkula in ESI Healthcare Directorate. The Central processing Centre is aimed at improving the way the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare board handle worker registrations, benefit applications and related schemes. With the opening of this center, the Labour Department now operates two fully functional CPCs, located in Hisar and Panchkula. Additionally, plans are underway to launch another CPC in the Sonipat district shortly. The primary objective behind establishing such CPCs is to Improve efficiency and transparency of the registration and scheme application processes.
Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Academy organizes 'Shri Ram Kala Utsav
Chandigarh: 'Shri Ram Kala Utsav' was organised by Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademi at Tagore Theatre, Sector 18, Chandigarh. Governor of Punjab and Administrator UT Chandigarh Shri Banwari Lal Purohit was the chief guest in this festival along with Rajeev Verma, Advisor to the Administrator. The Governor expressed gratitude to all the Ramlila organizing committees for their significant contribution in preserving and promoting Indian ancient art. He acknowledged their efforts and emphasized the importance of their role in cultural preservation. During the event , four presentations related to 'Shri Ram' were presented on the stage.
Purohit lays foundation stone of Hostel Block for MBBS Students, GMCH campus, Sector-48
Chandigarh: Banwarilal Purohit, Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT on Friday laid the foundation stone of Hostel Block for MBBS Students, GMCH campus, Sector-48, Chandigarh in the presence of Kirron Kher, Member of Parliament and Adviser Rajeev Verma. The Hostel Block in GMCH campus, having a covered area of 2,40,750 Sft will be completed at a cost of Rs. 50 Crore in 2 years’ time. The building is a 6 storied structure with a basement. This hostel will have two blocks separate for boys and girls with the provisions to accommodate 287 boys and 287 girls. This hostel shall have facility for 149 car parking in the basement as well as provision for lifts, kitchen, dining hall, ramps and staircase for easy movement of students.
Privilege card for senior citizens launched
Chandigarh: A special senior citizens privilege card was launched by Ivy Hospital, Mohali on Friday. Dr. (Brig) Sadhan Sawhney medical director said that the card will offer 18 different free privileges along with discounts on consultations, radiology, laboratory tests and free ambulance services in emergency. Cardholders can also avail complementary vital tests like, RBS, ECG, and ECHO throughout the year to continuously monitor their health.