Light rains in parts of Himachal
Shimla: Several parts of Himachal Pradesh have received light to moderate rains, the Meteorological department said on Thursday. Dharamshala received 55.8 mm rain between Wednesday 5.30 pm and Thursday 8.30 am, followed by Una (53.4 mm), Nahan (40.2 mm), Palampur (36 mm), Kangra (25.7 mm) and Sundernagar (24 mm), Shimla MeT centre director Manmohan Singh said. Bhuntar (12.2 mm), Chail and Bilaspur (9 mm each) and Manali (5 mm) witnessed light rain during the period, he added. The lowest temperature was recorded in Lahaul and Spiti's administrative centre Keylong at 12.4 degrees Celsius.
6 Haryana cops to get Home Min’s Medal
Chandigarh: Six Police officers from Haryana have been selected for the “Union Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Police Training” for the year 2017-2018. A spokesman said, Inspector, Ishwar Singh, Inspector Randhir Singh, Sub-Inspector Ram Kumar, ASI Sunil Kumar, ASI Naresh Kumar and Office Superintendent Daya Nand Sharma are among the 245 awardees selected for this prestigious award by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. Director General of Police, Manoj Yadava congratulated all the Police Officers decorated with awards and wished them more success and recognition in future
Administrator Honors Teachers
Chandigarh: The Education Department, Chandigarh celebrated Teacher’s Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishan at Tagore Theatre here. VP Singh Badnore was the chief guest and honored teachers with state award for the year 2019, commendation certificates and appreciation letters for their excellent contribution in the field of Education. He congratulated and appreciated the efforts of Education Department for taking steps towards improving the infrastructure of the government schools and enhancing facilities for students. He appealed to the teaching community of the state to draw inspiration from Dr Radhakrishnan and discharge their duties, with a renewed sense of dedication and commitment.
Mass promotion pinning ceremony held
Chandigarh: A mass promotion pinning ceremony of Chandigarh Police was organized at Multipurpose Hall, Police Line, Sector 26 here to put epaulettes (insignia) on the shoulder of the promoted police personnel. The department has granted local rank to police personnel of the Chandigarh Police after completion of 16, 24, 30 years of service, as a welfare measure. 48 constable were promoted to the post of head constable, 428 head constable to Asst. Sub Inspector, 13 Asst. Sub Inspector to Sub Inspector and 17 Sub Inspector to Inspector.
Education Secretary launches DIKSHA platform
Chandigarh: The State Council of Education Research and Training (SCERT), Sector 32 here initiated Chandigarh Diksha (Digital Infrastructure for knowledge Sharing), an initiative of MHRD, GoI to improve the quality of school education in the states and union territories. BL Sharma, UT Education Secretary launched the DIKSHA platform on the occasion of Teachers’ Day. DIKSHA as a national digital Infrastructure will provide common platform to the teachers and other stakeholders to share, collaborate and contribute their work and achievements.
Wheelchair rally brings out grit & determination
Chandigarh: A wheelchair rally, a show of strength, grit and determination of those suffering from spinal cord injuries was organized here on Thursday. The rally was flagged off by Vivek Atray, former IAS and motivational speaker from Sector 17 Plaza. The rally was organised by Chandigarh Spinal Rehab to mark More than 50 wheelchair users along with other city residents were a part of the event.
World Spinal Cord Injury Day and culminated at the Chandigarh Spinal Rehab in Sector 28-A The idea behind observing the day was to spread awareness about spinal cord injuries and how to live life after that.
UT issues notification for bus parking fee
Chandigarh: The UT Administration on Thursday issued notification regarding bus parking free. From now onwards, Rs 100 will be charged per bus for parking upto 15 minutes, Rs 200 will be charged for above 15 minutes upto 60 minutes, Rs 400 for upto 2 hours and Rs 600 for upto 24 hours. For any additional stay beyond 24 hours, the parking fee for stay period will be charged as per the slabs. The notification stated, “In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (i) of Sub-section (1) of Section 67 of Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the Administrator, Union Territory, Chandigarh is pleased to insert the following direction in the said notification dated 08.03.2018 with immediate effect.”
Health Min Vij unveils logo of SKA University
Chandigarh: Haryana Health Minister Anil K Vij unveiled the 'logo' of Shri Krishna Ayush University Kurukshetra. In his address, the Health Minister said this University will be the first University of its kind in the world wherein medical education of Ayurveda, Yoga, Yunani, Siddha and Homeopathy as per international standards will be taught. The University Vice Chancellor Dr Baldev Kumar said the University is being constructed on about 100 acres of land in Kurukshetra and will offer Postgraduate Courses, PhD and other courses along with this, latest research on Ayurveda.
Shree The Indian Avatar launches Teachers Day Collection
Chandigarh: Shree The Indian Avatar has launched an all-new 'Teachers Day Collection' that will enable teachers embrace the trends, keeping in mind age appropriateness and the school atmosphere. The collection boasts of fashion forward designs but with a functional twist. Everything from traditional to indo-western to modern Kurtas, Pallazos, Churidars, Dupattas and more at the best price is now available across the brands outlets.
76 challaned during MCC anti encroachment drive
Chandigarh: The enforcement wing of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh conducted anti encroachment drive in Manimajra and Industrial Area Ph-I, Chandigarh and issued 76 challans. In addition, the sanitation wing of MCC carried out anti plastic drive in Patel market, Sec 15 and seized 10 Kg plastic bags from car, which were stored to distribute among shopkeeper by the whole seller. The team issued challan to the violator having fine of Rs 5000.