Unity Bank opens its branches in Chandigarh, Amritsar Ludhiana
Chandigarh: Unity Small Finance Bank Limited (Unity Bank), a digital first bank, has established its presence in Punjab with the launch of seven new branches. Ram Raj Badyal, Former DGM, NABARD inaugurated Unity Bank’s branch at Sector 27 in Chandigarh, whereas Nikhil Aggarwal, CEO, Ernst Pharmacia inaugurated the branch at Sector 7 in Chandigarh. Inderjit Camotra, MD & CEO, Unity Bank said that to mark a strong presence, Bank has opened State-of-the-art branches in Sectors 7, 22, 27 & Mani Majra in Chandigarh, Mall Road in Amritsar and Model Town and Feroze Gandhi Market in Ludhiana. Branches will also be opened in Ambala and Jalandhar, he added.
World Kabaddi Day to be organised in Panchkula on March 24
Chandigarh: This year, World Kabaddi Day will be celebrated at Tau Devi Lal Indoor Stadium in Panchkula on March 24. Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya will be the chief guest on this occasion. Holistic International Pravasi Sports Association (HIPSA) and World Kabaddi Organization are jointly organizing this year's event. In addition, a recent agreement has been signed between HIPSA and the Government of Haryana to promote Kabaddi globally. In this regard, HIPSA President Kanthi D Suresh stated that the aim of this year's World Kabaddi Day celebration is to organize a unique event and attempt to set a Guinness World Record by involving the maximum number of players in the Kabaddi exhibition match.
Hry Minister Aseem Goel meets Anil Vij, seeks blessings
Chandigarh/Ambala: The newly inducted Haryana Minister of State and Ambala City MLA Aseem Goel on Wednesday visited former Home Minister and senior BJP leader Anil Vij at his residence in Ambala Cantonment. On the occasion, Vij congratulated state chief minister (CM) Nayab Singh Saini and his council of ministers on Wednesday, extending his best wishes to them. Goel presented flowers and sweets to Vij, and the two leaders had a brief 10-minute meeting. Afterwards, Goel departed from Vij’s residence after receiving his blessings.
Punjab VB arrests SDM office bill clerk for taking Rs 20k bribe
Chandigarh: Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Wednesday nabbed Narinder Kumar, Bill Clerk, posted at SDM Office, Mohali, red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000. Spokesperson said that the accused has been arrested on a complaint lodged by Yadvinder Singh, a resident of village Landran, District SAS Nagar. The complainant alleged that the accused has been demanding Rs 40,000 as a bribe in lieu of clearance of two bills amounting to Rs 4,09,390 each pertaining to refund of court fees regarding a land settlement case of his father-in-law Kesar Singh, resident of Chachu Majra village in SAS Nagar district, and the accused had already taken Rs 20,000 from him.
Annual Cultural Extravaganza at PU’s CDOE
Chandigarh: Panjab University’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) organized its annual cultural extravaganza, Hunar in its auditorium. CDOE director Prof Harsh Gandhar highlighted the Centre’s mission to nurture and celebrate the talents of distant learners from diverse backgrounds and regions. Prof Gandhar further added that Hunar provides a platform for distant learners to showcase their talents, fostering interaction and camaraderie among participants.
Punjab VB nabs ASI for taking Rs 20k bribe to submit challan in court
Chandigarh: Punjab Vigilance Bureau has apprehended an Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Darshan Singh, posted at police station Sherpur in Sangrur district, while demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000. Spokesperson said that the ASI has been arrested on the basis of a complaint lodged by Binder Singh, a resident of Herike village who alleged that the ASI was demanding a bribe of Rs 20,000 from his friend Gurjot Singh and his mother Karamjit Kaur, who were nominated in a police case registered at police station Sherpur. The complainant further alleged that the accused police personnel had already taken bribes on different occasions in lieu of presenting supplementary challan to the court in their case and now demanding a bribe of Rs 20,000 from the complainant.
Misl Satluj to liberate and revitalize SAD as per Akali movement ethos
Chandigarh: Misl Satluj, a socio-political outfit, on Wednesday came down heavily on Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) stating that the party had lost its relevance. Misl Satluj leaders stressed that the outfit endeavours to revive the principles of the Akali movement, advocate for Punjab’s rights, and tackle socio-economic challenges with a comprehensive agenda. Its president Ajaypal Singh Brar said: “Since 1947, Punjab has endured persecution and discrimination at the hands of the central government, with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) initially championing Punjab's rights but losing relevance due to personal greed and subsequent decline in the moral fabric of its leadership over time.”