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PU panel on Senate
powers formed Chandigarh, March 25 It was felt that there was no need to bring the issue of appointments, even that of Class I, to the Senate. It could always take up any matter with regard to this area for discussion in case there were any doubts. The proposal also points out to the inclusion of matters pertaining to confirmation, leave cases and provident fund cases. Another important issue raised by Mr Dang was the time spent on
enquires and added that these should be time bound. Another Fellow pointed out that hours were spent on routine matters and in the process certain crucial items were often passed in routine during the last few minutes because of shortage of time. There were also hardly any discussions on majority of the appointments and other service related matters. Prof Charanjit
Chawla, another Fellow, however, differed on the issue. He said the Senate was the august House where issues concerning service matters and enquires needed to be deliberated
upon. The Syndicate might be the Cabinet, yet it could not give a clear signal regarding house majority on any decision. |
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Education
board budget 76.66 cr Chandigarh, March 25 Dr Kehar Singh, chairman of the board, later said that income was mostly from examination fee and miscellaneous fee like duplicate certificates, detailed marks cards, creation of exam centres, registration, migration etc, and secondly from sale of textbooks. The income from examination fee is expected to touch Rs 37 crore.” This was due to an increase in the number of students appearing in exams. The expected miscellaneous fee this year is Rs 1.85 crore as against Rs 1.64 crore this year. The estimated income of production and sale of textbooks is Rs 25. crore. This will be due to providing of new titles and a marginal increase in the prices of certain textbooks. Elaborating the salient features of the budget, the chairman said that all-out efforts would be made to use computerisation and information technology in the board. All textbook sales depots in the state will be linked through Internet to increase efficiency. An effort will be made to impart computer training to the employees in a phased manner. For all-round development of students, a provision of Rs 13.75 lakh has been made to publish supplementary books. Scholarships of Rs 9.00 lakh will be awarded to students getting merit positions in exams. Handicapped students will get assistance of Rs 1.50 lakh. For construction of a residential colony Rs 2.25 crore has been provided. For maintenance and construction of depots Rs 50 lakh will be spent. He said the expenditure on salary of employees next year is estimated to be Rs 32.98 crore as against Rs 30.44 crore this year. This includes 3 per cent as dearness allowance and arrears of salary. The other major expenditure relates to conduct of exams and remuneration for staff will be Rs 6 crore as compared to Rs 5.45 crore this year. A provision of Rs 3.70 crore has been made to give housing and car loans to employees as compared to Rs 3.30 crore last year. The board would make up its deficit after recovering arrears of Rs 6 crore for examination fee of the scheduled caste and backward students. Correspondence is going on with the Secretary (School Education) and Director (Education), Punjab, in this behalf, the Chairman added. |
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College
teachers’ promotions held up Chandigarh, March 25 Panjab University has implemented the guidelines in its faculties. The UGC guidelines have not been applied to college teachers, who come under the respective state governments. About 500 teachers in various colleges in Punjab and Chandigarh are being effected. As per UGC regulations for promotion to senior grade, a teacher holding a Ph.D degree should have attended at least one refresher course, while for the promotion to the selection grade, the teacher concerned should have attended two refresher courses. The requirement for non-Ph.D degree holders is a minimum of two courses in each category. The earlier UGC mandate called for teachers completing refresher courses by 2000 to be eligible for promotion. The date was recently extended till 2004 following a representation to the commission by some of the teachers concerned. “This implies that those teachers who have not undergone refresher courses are still eligible for promotion before 2004,” Dr R. P. S. Josh, a Fellow of the Panjab University remarked. “Promotions since 2000 have been held up as the revised guidelines have not been adopted,” he added. The stipulated period for undergoing refresher courses was extended by the UGC as the sufficient number of refresher courses in various subjects could not be arranged by various universities to accommodate all the eligible teachers. This was done so that there was no financial loss to teachers otherwise eligible for promotion. Consequent to the state departments “dilly-dallying” on the issue, teachers have pointed out that certain courses sanctioned by the UGC are not being conducted or their organisation is being delayed, thereby jeopardising the “legitimate” interests of teachers who could not attend the courses earlier. Non-availability of lecturers for conducting the courses on account of staff shortage, teachers not being relieved by the college authorities, or the course simply being held up were among the reasons teachers could not attend the refresher courses earlier. |
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‘Coop movement still relevant’ Chandigarh, March 25 Mr Chaudhary was the chief guest at a valedictory function of the Regional Institute of Cooperative Management. Addressing participants taking a higher diploma in cooperative management (correspondence) and a diploma in industrial management, he said, “It is unfortunate that due to bureaucratisation and politicisation of cooperative societies, the movement could not succeed to the desired extent in most of the states. But it has the potential to empower millions of members and economy.” About 100 candidates from various states are participating in the courses at the institute. He said the Regional Institute of Cooperative Management could play a great role in strengthening the movement by organising specialised courses for officials of cooperative institutes in north India, including Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Mr Devinder Singh Thakur, chairman of the institute, said the institute was making efforts to provide integrated training in cooperative management. The trained persons should also be given increment and benefit in service, he said. Mr N.
Pasricha, regional director of the institute, also addressed the participants.
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MoU with Microsoft renewed
Chandigarh, March 25 As per the new document, Chandigarh has become the first state or Union Territory in the country to enter into such an extensive and long-run agreement with the Microsoft. The success of the earlier agreement has encouraged the Chandigarh Administration to continue its relationship with the Microsoft Corp, the major IT giant. The Secretary, Information Technology, Chandigarh Administration, Mr. Karan A. Singh, today signed the MoU with the Managing Director, Microsoft India Limited, Mr Rajiv Kaul. Others present on the occasion were the Director Information Technology, Chandigarh Administration, Mr Vivek Atray and the Head, e-governance, Microsoft Corporation, Mr Shailendra Kumar. TNS
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FROM COLLEGES Chandigarh, March 25 Earlier, the college principal, Dr A.C. Vaid, read out the annual report. He said that the 10 positions in M.Com-I this year had been bagged by the college students, while the topper in M.Com II was also from this college. Besides BCA students from the college had clinched 24 of the top 28 positions in Panjab University, he added. As many as 283 prizes were given for academics, 86 for sports and 123 for extra curricular activities. The roll of honour was awarded to 18 students, while 23 were awarded the college colour. GGS College for Women: Professor Aruna Goyal, member of the University Grants Commission, was the chief guest. Gauri of BBA-III was declared as the best all round student, while Lalita Thapa of BA-III was declared as the best sportswoman of the year. Smriti of BA-III was adjudged as the best outgoing student. Jashan of BA-II was given the award of honour for being selected as care master of ceremonies and guard of honour given to the Vice President, Prime Minister and Defence Minister during the Republic Day camp. Jyotica of B.Com-I was declared as the best speaker of the year. Besides, 12 students were awarded certificates of merit for getting distinctions in computer application and business administration examinations, conducted by Panjab University. Annual functions: Ms Damandeep Kaur, executive members of the college trust, was the chief guest and distributed prizes to the winners of the different contest held during the day. College Principal Col. S.P. Sharma (retd.) was also present on the occasion. Students who won prizes are: Mukesh, Verneek Singh Real and Priya Sudan (solo singing); Navneet and Amandeep Kaur (group dance); Sandeep and group; (Bhangra); Mukesh, Nidhi, Pooja Dua team (antakshari) and Nancy Thakhur, Mandeep Singh (sketching). |
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Anti-war protests Chandigarh, March 25 The students in a press note appealed to the Central Government to take a strong stand against the Bush war. SAS NAGAR: The local Anti-War Forum organised a march in protest against the US attack on Iraq here today. The march started from the Municipal Council office in Phase VII and culminated at the SDM’s office in Phase I where an effigy of US President George W. Bush was burnt. The protesters also raised anti-war slogans. A memorandum, addressed to the President and the Prime Minister of India, was handed over to the SDM. The protesters demanded that India should pressurise the US Government to stop the crime against humanity.
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SCHOOL WORLD LEVERS are simple machines that help us move loads and accomplish certain tasks by applying less effort. A lever is basically a rod or a bar, or at times, a couple of interlinked bars, moving around a fixed point. This point is called a pivot or a fulcrum. There are three types of levers, having different arrangements of the pivot, load and point where the effort or force is applied. In a Class-I lever, the pivot is placed between the load and the effort. A crowbar and a pliers are classic examples of this type. Class-II levers have the load placed between the pivot and the effort, while in Class-III levers, the effort is placed between the load and the pivot. A nut-cracker and the oar of a row-boat are examples of Class-II levers, while a sugar tong is an example of Class-III lever.
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Warm sendoff to HC Judge
Chandigarh, March 25 The shortage of Judges in the High Court is likely to continue as four more Judges are scheduled to retire in the coming months. According to sources in the High Court, the problem of pendency would have been largely solved with the appointment of five members of the Bar as Judges, but till date nothing had been confirmed. Their names had been recommended for appointment but the matter was likely to take some time, sources added. TNS
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Special Lok Adalat at Kharar Chandigarh, March 25 |
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LIFE & STYLE
HEY guys and dolls eager to shake, rattle and roll on the polished dance floors to the thumping beats of rhythmic music booming from impressive speakers after tossing beer in the discotheques, just be wary. The invigorating golden elixir with bubbles bursting at the brim of frosty mugs may cheer up the teenybopper buried deep inside, but can lead to drunken brawls also. In case you do not know why we are talking about mixing drinking with dancing, the reason is not very hard to see. The Administration recently allowed discotheques to serve beer. Now about the brawls. If you have doubts, ask the cops. The men-in-khaki will tell you all about it. Every now and then, charged up hunks, high on the spirits, let themselves lose at the pretty dames outside, even inside, the discotheques. The result is there for all to see. Within minutes, they swagger down the streets leaving behind a bloody trail. The story does not end here. At least once, a revolver camouflaged under a slack shirt was pulled out by a jug-bitten youngster after the guards at the entrance stopped him. So before you drive down to the bon-ton world of glamour so divorced from reality, follow our simple guide to safe dancing, lest you find yourself sitting across the table handing complaints over to the police. First of all, damsels of the world do not commune with the spirits if you are without escorts. You may love to twirl all around the floor after draining the cup, but it is just not safe. The guys illuminated by colourful blinking lights, cutting foot loose, may mistake your carefree nature to mean something else, that’s a hard reality. Next, select your dress with caution. Please do not wear micro-minis and other alluring stuff if you have apprehensions about the party getting wild afterwards. Be sure, you can look alluring in other apparels also. Remember, not to go overboard. The idea is to enjoy the bash, not to make a victim out of yourself. If people force you to drink, do not be rude. Do not get drowned in drinks either, even if you believe in combining dancing with guzzling. Also, stick to one drink. Avoid beer, if you are likely to feel the urge of having rum-in-coke later. Blending drinks will only give you an headache, if nothing else. If you do not savour “whoopee water”, act
teetotaller. You can also call yourself a “designated driver” to keep yourself away from drinks. If the trick fails, nurse one drink forever and ever. Last warning, nothing to do with “likker”. High heels can give you that super-sleek elegant look; no doubt about it, but can also hurt your hoofs the day after. “The reason is not very hard to see”, fashion designer Radhu claims. “High heels place pressure on your toes, arches and balls of your feet. That is why the ligaments in your knees take on extra strain and result in muscular pain. High heel sandals are normally narrow in front. They cramp your toes and cause pain”. Go in for flat sandals. “They are in. You should, however, pair them with the right outfit. They look best with peasant skirts, even minis and jeans. Don’t wear them with tailored clothes”. Go ahead kids, it’s time to have some fun.
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TIP TOP
If gin is the “likker” you prefer, go in for Tom Collins. It is gin mixed with fresh lime soda. The “whoopee water” is simply cool and refreshing. Doesn’t leave the head spinning till you go on a wild spree. Enjoy the drink in a Collin glass. Singapore Sling can also be ordered. It is gin blended with fresh lime, soda, rose and sugar syrup. Yummy! Taste the drink in a Collin glass. Gimlet is the “simplest of all drinks”. The barman will simply mix gin with fresh lime before serving it in a Cocktail glass. Gin Fizz is simply “mast” but only if you do not mind gulping eggs. It is gin blended with egg white, fresh lime, sugar syrup and soda also served in a Collin glass. Whisky Sour, is like Gin Fizz. Order one to savour whisky mixed with egg white, sugar syrup and fresh lime in a cocktail glass. Another thing. Bloody Mary is not just any drink mixed with tomato juice, so do not let the bar tender fool you. It is Vodka blended with tomato juice, Capsico, Worcestershire, salt and fresh lime. Always insist on having the drink in an old fashion glass. Not any sparkling cut-glass. Screw Driver.... The name’s alluring. Taste’s good also. It is nothing but Vodka nicely mixed with orange juice, sugar syrup and fresh lime. You can relish it for hours together in a Hi-ball glass. Planter's Punch will leave you high, but not dry. Orange juice is mingled with pineapple juice and fresh lime for preparing the drink. You will be served the “corpse reviver” in a Hi-ball glass. Enough of cocktails? Well, we will tell you something about soft quenchers. Pineapple Fizz is prepared easily. The barkeeper will simply mix pineapple juice with egg white and soda. Virgin Mary is tomato juice with Capsico, Worcestershire, salt, pepper and fresh lime served in Rolly-polly. If you do not wish to take chances, simply ask for Fruit Punch — a blend of fresh cream, ice-cream, pineapple, mango and orange juice. Alright guys. Have a nice time.
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CHICK PICK Slip roses and chrysanthemums around her ivory chiseled fingers for that blooming effect everyone around will admire. You can pick them up by pulling out just 10 bucks from your leather wallet. Not even a rupee more. Chic, yet inexpensive. We know you will agree. Happy ringing.
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RADIO BUZZ OUTER space has always fascinated everybody and the music industry has not been an exception. This week Radio Buzz will be showcasing the Top 10 songs that have been inspired by outer space.
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RECKONING on cutting foot loose in the discotheques to the pulsating beats of bhangra music booming from impressive speakers after having a drop too much? Well, go ahead. But do not let the names of all those drinks printed in bold letters across the dog-eared pages of the menu daze you. Read on for a complete guide to crazy water.
DIAMONDS are a girl's best friend. There is no doubt about it. But are expensive also.
So guys, forget all about the sparkling stones, unless you are buying her an engagement ring. For looking gorgeous in day-to-day existence, go in for chuckling plastic flowers.