Govt approves filling up posts in HPSEBL
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday said that to ensure uninterrupted power supply in the State, various posts of different categories, lying vacant due to retirements, were being filled up in Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL) in phased manner. The State Government has given approval to fill up 270 posts of Junior Engineers, 125 posts of Junior Draftsmen, 2040 of different categories of technical employees, 575 posts of Junior officer Assistants and three posts of Law Officers in a phased manner. Approval has been given to fill up total 3034 posts in HPSEBL.
3 killed as car runs over group of labourers
Chandigarh: Three labourers were killed and as many injured in Jind district on Sunday when they were run over by a car whose driver apparently dozed off. A group of eight labourers had lit a bonfire in the morning on the side of the Jind-Bhiwani road in view of severe cold and all were sitting close to each other, the police said. The car driver, who fell asleep while at the wheel, veered off to the makeshift path along the road and ran them over, said the police. Three labourers, all locals from Jind, died and three others were hospitalized, the officer said, adding that a case had been registered against the driver.
Cong win in J’khand proves people fed up with BJP
Ludhiana: Punjab Medium Industries Development Board (PMIDB) chairman Amarjit Singh Tikka on Sunday appreciated pro-people development oriented policies of Capt Amarinder Singh led Punjab Government while saying that Congress would form yet another government in the state in 2022. He added that Congress’ victory in the recently held Jharkhand Assembly elections have proven that people are fed up with the policies of the BJP government at the Centre.
Power supply to remain affected
Mohali: Due to urgent maintenance work on feeders 60 C and 53 A, power supply to parts of Phase 3A, Phase 3B1 and Phase 3B2 areas will be affected from 9 am to 5 pm on December 30, 2019, Monday).
Knee patients, docs perform ‘bhangra’
Chandigarh: As many as 40 elderly people, who underwent knee replacement surgery, participated in ‘my new knee, my new life’ event, organized by Ojas Hospital, Panchkula, to mark New Year Eve and to make awareness that after knee replacement surgery, one could lead normal life by performing his or her all routine functions. During occasion, these knee patients, well-supported by their counterparts, performed ‘bhangra’ along with their surgeon Dr Suresh Singla and others doctors from Ojas.
‘meet your doctors’ programme held
Chandigarh: As many as 50 members of Lions Club, Mohali, attended a ‘meet your doctors’ program at Shalby Hospital on Sunday. Cardiologist Dr Kapil Dev Dumra, Dr Ruchika and Dr Akash both from medicine, Dr Ajay Panwar from neuro intervention and stroke specialist, urologist Dr Muninder Singh Randhawa, spine surgeon Dr Aditya Banta and general surgeon Dr Rohit Bansal spoke about the recent development in their respective medical fields.
unique masterclass on stress management
Chandigarh: The last week of the year brought a treasure of happiness for the members of Chandigarh Management Association (CMA), as they participated in unique Masterclass on Stress Management that proved to be a holistic solution and virtually transformed them. Members thanked the CMA for organizing the workshop that gave them a new perspective and taught a new way of life. All the programs organized by CMA are of very high order as they invite speakers of national repute who share their knowledge and experience with the members.
Talent Hunt held at Bestech Square Mall
Mohali: Bestech Square Mall on Sunday organized the grand finale of the mall’s ‘Talent Hunt’ competition for kids. The talent-hunt categorized children into two age brackets — those of juniors and seniors. Children up-to the age of 25 years took part in the event. The mall’s ambience was filled with cheer and the environment was charged up as children showed their talent in different activities as part of the talent hunt. Visitors were left awestruck when children sashayed down the ramp exuding confidence and attitude.
Chandigarh Style Week concludes
Panchkula: Renowned fashion designers — Sanjana Jon and Hari Anand, who have made their mark in the fashion world — on Sunday showcased their collections on the concluding day of the fourth Edition of ‘Chandigarh Style Week’ at Hotel Bella Vista. Sanjana Jon, a well known New York-based designer, showcased her latest collection for the season H2O, themed on equality and respect for women in society. Hari Anand presented the work of the future spring summer 2020 on Organic Theories. Handmade fabrics, natural fibers and carefully handcrafted details were few of the highlights.