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Rampant racket in school certificates Faridabad, November 25 Rajkumar, a resident of Tigaon village here, has brought the issue under spotlight by highlighting the case of a fake certificate issued by one of the schools located here. In his representation sent to the top authorities, including the Education Minister, Secretary of the Haryana Education Board and the Crime Branch, the applicant has produced a photocopy of a transfer 0certificate (TC) issued by a school at Tigaon to a student. While the certificate claims that the student, identified as Deepak, son of Rajesh Verma, had passed class fifth, the parents of the student were amazed when they failed to find the name of their son in the official list issued by the Block Primary Education Officer. Like Deepak, many other students, who appeared in class fifth exam this year, found their name missing in the official list. It is learnt that the Hindi medium school, which issued the certificate, is recognised by the Haryana State Education Board. However, the student in question did not study in this school and was a pupil of an English medium school operating on the same campus. Deepak Garg, a social activist, said that the students were paying a fee of at least Rs 400 per month for studying in an English medium school, but the school owner had given them the transfer certificate of another school and that too a “bogus” one. This was a case of cheating and school owners should be booked for the crime, he added. It is reported that the so-called English and Hindi medium schools were being run by the wife of a teacher of a government school. The Faridabad Abhibhavak Ekta Manch suspects that there is a bigger racket and officials of the Education Department could also be involved in it. The manch has demanded that the Education Department should publish the list of recognised schools and those operating illegally. Strict action should be taken against schools which lack proper infrastructure and facilities, and yet admit students. Meanwhile, at least 24 persons have been arrested in connection with a case of fake certificates at Hathin sub-division. As many as 175 students had reportedly been caught in March 2002: they were appearing in the matric exam on the basis of fake certificates. A case under Section 420, 467, 468, 471 and 120-B had been registered against the private school owner, its principal and an official of the Education Department. |
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DU Campus of Open Learning design okayed New Delhi, November 25 In an emergency meeting convened here last night, the EC approved of the design to operationalise the COL. The major thrust of the plan is to improve the quality of material and support services for students in the non-formal stream by innovation in curricula, greater use of information and communication technology along with development in physical infrastructure. The COL will now be the third campus of the university and would include the Faculty of Open Learning, the Department of Distance and Continuing Education, the School of Open Learning and the Open Learning Development Centre. The teachers of the existing school of correspondence courses and continuing education will be the faculty at the COL and will come under the Department of Distance and Continuing Education. The university officials will provide the teachers with the opportunity for professional growth development, for designing innovative courses and for engaging in research. |
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College observes Anti-Dowry Day Gurgaon, November 25 The college organised a declamation contest on the evils of dowry system. According to the Director of the college, Dr P. C. Juneja, Anti-Dowry Day, as per a circular of the Haryana Government, was to be observed on November 26 but as the date coincided with a national holiday on account of Id-ul-Fitr it was observed today. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Juneja wondered why when every segment of society was against giving and accepting dowry the evil practices continued in the polity. He urged upon women to take the initiative by coming forward against the system. He narrated many instances where suitable and successful marriages were made in the state even without giving dowry. |
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‘Scholar badge’
for 90 students Faridabad, November 25 According to the school Principal, Dr A V Bhala, the badge was awarded to those students who secured 75 per cent or above in each subject and 80 per cent or above in aggregate. The awardees include Ms Sonia Malhotra who topped the CBSE Matric examination in the country this year. |
GLITZ & GLAMOUR In time for the winter chills, shop windows have begun displaying the warmest of them all! From good old wool to the cashmere for the chic and leather in various hues, winter clothing is official. Duke’s winter collection has jackets, chesters, crago jackets, bush coats and wind-cheaters. Also, unveiled this winter is a line of jackets for women and children under the brand name, ‘X –Cite’ and ‘Creyons’. The collection, it is pointed out, is a blend of “premium quality, trendy designs and high economical price’. The Duke Zippers have been made from Japanese and Korean fabrics and the Bush Coats targeted at the fashion conscious youth are for formal as well as semi-formal occasions. Natalia’s Fall Winter collection, according to the vice-president, Shankaranarayanan is, “based on colour energy”. The focus of the colour scheme is on “radiant indigo, intense violets, fiery pink and powder gray tones”. This apart the collection he adds has, “indispensable jeans and denim jackets featuring a perfect mix with moleskin in pale and dark washes as well as in antique and top stitch look”. On offer are reversible jackets and leather lace tie-up tees and a limited edition ensemble in “sizzling hot maroon edged with black”. Westside’s collection for women for the winter includes side open buttoned sweaters, mock neck zipper cardigans, cowls turtleneck sweaters, hooded cardigans and fleece sweat shirts. For the men it has fleece cord sweaters, pullovers and reversible jackets. Indian Terrain, an apparel brand for men, has also unveiled its Winter Line. On offer are ‘V’ necks and polos in acro-wool yarn and superior cotton. The collection also includes sleeveless cotton acrylic jersey sweaters, lightweight long sleeved polos and roll over necked sweaters. TNG, a men’s wear brand, has unveiled a range of trousers, ‘Revo Heritage’ for Beauty salon in East Delhi
A state-of-the-art hair care and beauty salon, ‘Trendz’, was recently inaugurated by the top models of Delhi, Gitika Gangoo and Asiya Rafiq, at Shankar Vihar in East Delhi. According to the proprietors of the salon, Pawan Gupta and Rishi Gupta, it is well-equipped in providing fruitful solutions to its clients with problems related to beauty, pimples, complexion, acne, ageing skin, dead skin, sagging skin, hair care deformation and sun burns. For men, it offers sensuous, soothing and unbelievable attractive treatments for hair, skin and body. It has an exclusive barber shop with highly qualified staff of hair dressers. All the staff are trained by Blossom Kochar and Schwarzkopf of Germany. The salon offers a full range of beauty therapy services, including hair care, slimming, waxing, specialised bridal make up, facials (gold and pearl), messaging, galvanic high frequency, manicures and pedicures and removal of wrinkles, age marks, dark circles and pock marks. Nalini Ranjan
Ballad of artistry and craftsmanship
Jewellery designer and revivalist, Roopa Vohra, is back in town with her latest line, Naqashi. The line will be showcased at the Jehanara Hall, Taj Palace from November 28 to 30. The collection in Roopa’s own words is, “for people with highly evolved tastes. Those who know the worth of an exquisite piece of art”. Stating that she believes in creating jewellery that is beautiful, wearable yet stunning, Roopa adds: “What you wear as jewellery accessory must add to your personality, not take away from it”. Thewa is Roopa’s trademark and has become a ground for her to experiment on. Thewa was the 400-year-old Moghul Art Form of fusing 23K gold with coloured handmade glass. The art form was on the verge of extinction, when Roopa Vohra, a couture Jeweler, took up the revival of this art form as a challenge, about five years ago. Today, it is a Fashion Statement. Meticulously crafted pieces, which are part of this range, are described as a “Ballad of Artistry and Craftsmanship” by the designer herself. For the bold and the daring
This one is for the women who seek adventure, after dark… Carbon claims its NoX collection is for the bold and the daring. The 18 K collection of pendants, earrings and rings is inspired by the Roman Goddess of the night. The collection unveiled by actress-singer Vasundhara Das, is crafted in 18 K white gold and set with Solitaries. Designed by the Carbon Design Studio the pieces have interesting craftsmanship besides deigns. Instead of the traditional loop on the pendants, from where a chain slides in, the design is such that a chain can glide in from the naturally formed loop in the pendant itself. For the brides Enamor has unveiled a collection of specially designed lingerie for the brides. The dress up category of lingerie has the extra trimmings to enhance the look. While colours and designs have been given adequate attention the comfort factor, claims Enamor, has also been taken care of. Neha, Sanjay visit AAFT
Enamoured by what she saw at the Asian Academy of Film and Television, former Miss India and actress, Neha Dhupia wanted to go back to the classrooms. Dhupia was on a visit to the AAFT along with co-star Sanjay Kapoor and director, Deepak Shivdasani. The “merit of systematic training” imparted at the AAFT, we were told is what prompted the actress to want to play student. Neha and Sanjay are currently shooting for Shivdasani’s film ‘Julie’, which will be released in April next year. It was nostalgia time for Sanjay who “shot the first shot of his first film Prem at the Marwah studios”.
Regal shoes has unveiled a new range for the wedding and party season. The range consists of strappy shoes with embroidered uppers, stilettos in shades of gold and silver apart from the usual red and black. The shoes it was pointed out can be coordinated with a range of handbags. The men’s range comprises boots and long square toe uppers. In shades of burnished red, browns, cognac and black, there are shoes made from soft crafted leather. Sponge rubber cushions built into the sole adds a luxurious feel and provides support and comfort. |
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