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Allotment of school sites discriminatory:
association Chandigarh, April 15 The association’s president, Mr U.S. Gujral, said that as far as high schools were concerned, the recommendations of the screening committee had been accepted and were expected to be implemented, but as far as the allotment of sites to primary schools was concerned, the recommendations of the screening committee were being set aside. He added that much to the dismay of recognised schools functioning from residential areas, the very purpose of the constitution of the screening committee had been defeated. The screening committee consists of three senior IAS officials and functionaries of engineering, planning and education departments. Representatives of 12 private schools attended the meeting. During the meeting, it was also pointed out that three schools had been allotted sites in the high school category, but one of them was a preparatory school while another was a privately managed institute which could not be classified as a school. Members of the association also claimed that the actions of the UT Administration were a deviation from the policy of the allotment of school sites as notified and advertised by it earlier. Mr Gujral remarked that the “unjustified delay” in the allotment of sites and the “pick-and-choose” policy adopted by the Administration to favour certain unrecognised and non-existent schools was deplorable. Demanding justice and fair play, members of the association urged the Administration to give priority for the allotment of sites to old recognised schools as stipulated by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. They added that if no action was taken by the Administration, they would be compelled to seek legal remedy for their grievances. |
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More students will munch ‘matthis’ Chandigarh, April 15 Complying with the directions of the Supreme Court, the Chandigarh Administration has now decided to extend the ‘matthi’ scheme to schools other than the ones directly under their control. “Till last year, students studying in just the government schools were lucky enough to be offered ‘matthis’,” says a senior UT Education Department officer. “But now the things have changed. The ‘matthi’ project, under the Central Government’s Mid-Day Meal Scheme, is covering all 109 government, and aided schools, in the city.” ‘Matthis’ in schools? ‘Samosas’ one can understand, but ‘matthis’.... ? Well, if you think the idea of offering ‘matthis’ to the students is not at all lucrative, you may be right, but the Administration has its own reasons. “Matthis are nutritious. They contain proteins, carbohydrates and minerals — ingredients essential as per the apex court directions,” the officer asserts. “This is not all. ‘Matthis’ do not rot like other food items. They can be taken home by the students or munched later on in case they do not feel like having them right there and then in the school.” Giving details, the officer asserts, “Every morning, the school authorities collect the ‘matthis’ from different nodal centers. After this, the meal is distributed to schools in nine zones. Each student gets two ‘matthis’. Sweet and salted ‘matthis’ are provided on alternate
days. The number of students vary from school to school. In some schools the number is 300, in others, it is 1,000”. The story does not end here. In an attempt to check the quality of the product, senior Education Department officials keep on visiting the schools. The meal is being prepared by different government agencies including the CITCO, Food Craft Institute in Sector 42 and the Social Welfare Department. The court, according to sources, had earlier asked all government and aided schools to introduce the scheme up to the primary level all over the country. As per the new policy, each student is to be provided with cooked food containing 300 calories and eight to 10 grams of protein for 200 days. The Ministry of Human Resource Development had, however, refused to provide additional funds for extending the scheme following which a decision was taken by the Education Department to generate its own funds through internal resources. The sources added that additional funds were required as under the scheme over 45,000 students were to be provided with free midday meal for 200 days, instead of 25,000 students who were being provided with midday meal for 180 days. A senior officer in the department, when contacted, said the Ministry of Human Resource and Development failure to provide additional funds was not a deterrent. He added that unutilised funds of the department were being diverted to meet the additional expenditure. |
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SCHOOL WORLD
A pulley is a simple machine, which decreases the amount of effort needed to lift a load. The main part of the pulley is made up of a wheel and a rope or a cable that runs along the groove in the wheel. The load is attached to one end of the cable and effort is applied on the other end to move the load. Greater the number of pulleys used in a system, lesser is the effort required to move a load. A common example of the use of a pulley is to draw water from a well. When a water-filled bucket attached to a rope is pulled up through a pulley, considerably less effort is required than pulling it up directly. Similarly, pulleys are used in cranes, which reduces the load on the engine required to run the system. Cranes used for lifting very heavy loads use a combination of pulleys to make them more efficient. Elevators also use a pulley, through which cables involved in moving the cabin up and down pass.
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Bar poll: no senior advocate to contest Chandigarh, April 15 The contestants include Punjab’s former Deputy Advocate-General Rupinder Singh Khosla, Punjab and Haryana Bar Council’s former chairman Anmol Rattan Singh Sidhu and Mr Sarwan Gupta. Advocates asserted that this was not the first time senior lawyers were not participating in the poll. Earlier also, “youngsters” had contested the elections. As of now uncertainty is prevailing over the number of voters who would be declared eligible to caste their vote. The reason is there for all to see. There will be gap of just four days between the elections on April 25 and reopening of the high court on April 21. |
Child prodigy in town Panchkula, April 15 Shweta Tiwari — commonly recognised from her screen name Prerna, was here to shoot for a commercial at a Sector 4 house. “I always wanted to be a great dancer. Though I have never trained in any dance form, it comes natural. Unfortunately, I have never been able to dance in any of my serials so far.” The svelte actor, who shot to fame with her performance in Star Plus serial- “Kasauti...” says the only regret about her most prized serial is: “Other than Prerna, everyone else gets to dance.” In fact, Shweta says she jumped at Daler Mehandi’s offer to do a music video with him only because she could dance in this video. Shweta says her foray into acting was purely coincidental. “I had won a dance competition in Mumbai where I was spotted by a theatre director. Thus, I got into theatre and did at least four plays — “Gaj Phoot Inch”, “Khoobsoorat”, SP “Sardar Begum” and “Kiraydar”. Interestingly, I had a cherubic role in all these plays — in contrast to a serious image I have potrayed in “Kasauti Zindagi Ki”. The actress has also two other serials, “X-Zone” and “Rishtey”, under her belt. At least two other serials — one with Shrey Guleria and another for Sahara TV — are in the offing. |
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8-track album on cultural melodies Chandigarh, April 15 Sunny’s initiation into the world of music was done at a tender age when he started learning guitar, piano and keyboard from Baldev Singh and Neeraj. After completing his graduation, he learned light classical vocal from Prof S.S. Kareer and Mohinder Singh from Patiala Gharana. He completed his postgraduation from Panjab University, Chandigarh, before he tried his hand as a professional singer. “I had waited all those years just learning and practising so that I could polish my talent before presenting myself to a wider audience,” says Sunny. And he has chosen carefully to set his image for once and all. “My album is different from the others in the sense that my main focus is melody rather than lively dance beat and even the videos are made staying within the gambit of traditional Punjabi culture,” he adds. |
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Cassette
on gurdwara released Panchkula, April 15 The lyrics of the cassette have been penned by Mr Harbans Singh Preet and the music has been provided by Manuj Dev. The hymns, potraying the history of the gurdwara, which is over 250 years old, have been rendered by a young singer from Patiala, Deep Sodhi. Later, while speaking to newsmen, Mr Brar lauded the efforts of the SGPC executive for implementing the Nanakshahi calendar. He said this was being done in accordance with the guidelines laid down by the Sikh Gurus. |
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LIFE & STYLE Exams were three days away. She had enough time for a break, Radhu was sure of the fact. As she parked the cycle in front of the joint in the summer of 2002, Radhu made up her mind. She would call up her guy Manu on his mobile phone for a little chit chat.
Radhu was about to make myself comfortable inside the joint before dialing Manu's number, when she caught him there enjoying chicken-in-a-bun with
Tamama, the girl she so well knew. The two were not on talking terms. No, not anymore. Manu had clearly told her. Then what were they doing together, huddled in a corner? "At first, I could not comprehend," she asserts. "In fact, I whispered hello after walking up to them. As reality dawned upon me after uncomfortable minutes of spasmodic silence, I turned hysterical. Unrestrained, I screamed and shouted before calling Manu a cheat and myself an emotional fool." For days together, Radhu kept on cursing herself for going to the restaurant. Kept on asking herself the same question- "What have I done to deserve this?" Studies were pushed into the background as Radhu turned over the leaves of history without plunging into the depths of past. As she burnt the midnight oil, and old cards, Radhu tried to learn from the follies she had committed. "After much deliberation, I took the examination, but with obvious result - compartment in history," she
reveals. Radhu was not the only one caught in emotional turmoil during exams. Her best chum Chahat too was forced to get engaged against her wishes to some branch manager working with some multinational organisation in New York. She too failed in getting a passing grade. So guys and gals, if you too are facing a test of emotions during the examination season, not because of a broken love affair, but any reason, do not let history repeat itself. Listen to our experts. They will tell you the secret of cramming after pushing feelings out of your pretty little head. "First of all, try not to think of the problem," says psychologist Neetu Singh. "The more you contemplate, the difficult it becomes for you to get out of the situation. Ignore the problem, at least for the time being." Another thing. Take refuge in your work. "Rather, that is the best thing to do. Instead of just staring at the blank walls after lying down on the bed, do something constructive. Pick up your favourite book and start reading, slowly and steadily," she recommends. "If you cannot concentrate, read out the chapter aloud. Be sure, you will be able to comprehend the subject in a better manner".
This is not all. Change your surroundings. "Go to the library if the room and the gifts strewn all around remind you of the past," she asserts. "Also, talk to people you can trust. It helps". That's it folks. Happy studying. |
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Venus Speaks SHE listens to music whenever she is feeling tense. Even during the examination days. Or else, she sings. “I think music is the best refuge. You listen to it for five minutes and you are as refresh as ever,” Shalini Sharma asserts. “If you do not believe me, try it out just for once and you will agree with me”. Little wonder, she has been successful in all her endeavours. Besides doing her Master’s degree in Education, Shalini has done Master’s degree in Vocal Music also. This is not all. She has performed at National School of Drama in Delhi, Nehru Centre at Mumbai and Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir at Pune. |
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Chic Pick
Why? Fashion-designer Romila Thakur will be able to explain in a better manner. "Well, high heels place pressure on your toes, arches and balls of your feet," she asserts over the phone from Mumbai. "That is why the ligaments in your knees take on extra strain and result in muscular pain". The story does not end here. There is more to it than you thought. "High heel sandals are normally narrow in front. If so far you haven't noticed, just pick up one and you will realise," Romila adds. "They cramp your toes and cause pain. No doubt about it." So kids, don't loose your blues in high heels, please. Drive down to the arcade now and pick up a pair of flat sandals, instead. Buy the ones with real thick soles for that larger than life image. "They are in," Romila declares. "That also in a big way. Anyone can tell you that." You should, however, pair them with the right outfit. It's absolutely essential. "They look best with peasant skirts, cropped pants, even minis and jeans," the designer insists. “But remember, not to wear them with tailored clothes like suits, trousers or a pencil skirt". Go ahead girls, put on your flats. Right now. |
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Tip Top
Before you sit down to reply, remember examinations are not held to test your ability to mug up the answers, but to check whether you have been able to comprehend the matter. So always make it a point to understand the questions first. You can do this by spending first 10 minutes reading the questions nicely and carefully as recommended by experts earlier also. After going through the questions, mould your answer accordingly. Instead of simply jotting down what all you have learnt from your heart, write down exactly what the examiner wants you to in precise terms. Another thing. You should not forget to highlight the important points in your answers. You can do this by underlining the relevant portion. But make sure you do not use different shades for the purpose. The reason behind this is not hard to see. Most of the examiners object to it. They can even go upto the extent of accusing you of "marking" the paper for identification at a later stage. You can also make a separate box for highlighting the vital points just like the newspaper organisations do. So kids, go ahead. All the best for your
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Apply lipstick with caution APPLY lipsticks, but with caution. That's the warning beauticians are issuing. Don't rush through the job, they are insisting. After the application, wait for a few minutes to give the lipstick enough time to set in. Three to five minutes will do. Then carefully wipe off with a tissue, leaving just the absorbed colour and a subtle stain. If you want a more subtle shade, matte it down, carefully. Dust a yellow-based translucent power. Make sure your lips are moisturised with balm. Dry flakes on your mouth will show more when it's shine-free. Another thing. You should preferably finger-apply the lip colour, close to the opening of the lips, for that electrifying effect. So girls, have a nice time and happy
colouring. |
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