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Students flock PU for roll Nos; exams begin today Chandigarh, March 31 Hassled students and parents were seen running from one official to another, looking for the admit cards. However, most of those who turned up today were from among students who had filled up incomplete examination forms and their roll numbers had been held back for want of information. Some of them failed to get their admit cards even today since they had come armed with a passport size photograph to have a duplicate card issued and were not carrying their documents. They have been asked to come back with the relevant documents. Meanwhile, Panjab University is all set to conduct the undergraduate examinations for all streams which get underway tomorrow. As many as 192 centres, 112 in the urban and 80 in the rural, have been set up in colleges of Punjab and the city. An equal number of centre superintendents and deputy superintendents have been appointed along with 1500 assistant superintendents and advisory staff to conduct examinations for over 1.5 lakh candidates. Over 100 flying squads will be constituted to ensure smooth conduct of examinations. The zonal officers appointed by the university have already reached their respective zones with the examination material. |
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Shan invited to Moscow congress on Asian Studies Chandigarh, March 31 The congress will be held in Moscow from August 16 to 21 under the auspices of the Russian Academy of Science, Russia. His major contribution will be under its theme: Spiritual culture; sub-theme: Religion, on the universal
significance of Guru Granth Sahib in commemoration of the world-wide celebration of its
quadcentenary, falling on September 1, 2004, under the title, Guru Granth Sahib: The Interfaith Scripture of Mankind and its Contribution to International Cooperation, Peace and Harmony. Professor Shan has already participated in its previous eight sessions held in the USA (1967), Australia (1971), Mexico (1976) Germany (1986), Toronto (Canada) (1990), Hong Kong (1993), Hungary (1997), and Montreal (Canada) (2000). — TNS |
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giddha at school function Chandigarh, March 31 He distributed prizes to the students and praised the school management and staff for their achievements. The function was presided over by Mr Harpreet Singh Garcha, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Ropar. |
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Dashmesh School annual function Chandigarh, March 31 While giving away the prizes to the meritorious students, the Mayor applauded the dedicated services of the staff of the school. Mrs Negi highlighted the services rendered by the school in the area of education as well as other social areas. The Principal of the school, Mrs Amarinder Kaur Gill, informed that the results of the class this year were 100 per cent. The Principal said that the school remained committed to provide services for the uplift of the weaker sections of society. |
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BAL Niketan Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 37 A, one of the oldest schools in the city, has made its mark in the field of quality education. Started in 1967 with just 30 students with the vision and guidance of its founder, the late Ms J.P. Kapoor, the school has blossomed into an institution of repute. Spread over an area 2.5 acres of land, the school offers best of education, bordering on overall personality development. It has been recognised by the Chandigarh Education Department up to senior secondary classes and is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. A blend of modernity and tradition, the teachings here incorporate the traditional values as well as latest technological advancements in the field of education. The school teacher the skill of listening, speaking, reading and writing, and also how these skills could be developed in the children with the help of computers and audio visual aids. There is a separate nursery wing with fully equipped play and activity rooms and splash pools and sand pits. More emphasis is on developing creative skills in children and their overall personality development. Once the tiny-tots come to this school, they are groomed with love and care. Homely atmosphere is provided with a mother’s touch of dedicated teachers. There is special emphasis on spoken
English. It is also ensured that there are no heavy school bags at the junior level and the education is child-centered and friendly so as to enable the child to grasp the essentials without any effort with the help of latest audiovisual aids. The school library has a huge collection of books in various fields like physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics information technology, fiction, story books, magazines, etc to cater to students of varied interests. It has an excellent stock for the young scholars to browse through and inculcate the habit of reading. The institution aims at providing high quality education and all-round development of the child. There are independent physics, chemistry and biology laboratories because practical exposure to the students of science is as important as teaching theory. All the facilities are being provided at a reasonable and affordable fee structure. The aim of the school is to provide quality world class educational environment to all the sections of society so that no deserving child is deprived of the virtues of modern education. The mot heartening fact is that no extra fee is being charged for computers, science and other activities. The intention is to provide best of the services at minimum cost. For new comers, admission fee being charged is Rs 500 only and monthly fee is Rs. 375 only. The school website is also being designed to enable the students and guardians to have a perfect glimpse into the activities of the school and its various achievements and other related features at the click of the mouse. There are also elaborate plans to introduce e-learning from the next academic session. The school is also laying special emphasis on exploring the hidden talent of the students. Special counselling is provided to students. Debates, declamations, and in-house competitions are all part of this endeavour. That is precisely the reason that many of its students have been immensely successful is this era of competition. Several of its ex-students have become doctors, engineers, and chartered accountants of fame and repute. There is a well-equipped computer room with the facility of internet and multimedia. The importance of information technology in various fields now is immense. So adequate exposure to the knowledge of computer is essential in these days. The school has a separate medical and first-aid room which has been functioning like as a charitable diagnostic centre. Regular medical check-ups of students are done and they are taught importance of healthy habits and hygiene. The school has produced excellent results with several merit positions in board exams, year after year. The school is known for producing cent percent results. This speaks volumes for the excellent performance in the academic field. The school is divided into four houses and various inter-house singing, dance, painting, declamation contests are held on a regular basis. The school has its own fleet of buses/vans and the charges of transport facility are very nominal so as to enable the students of all sectors and sections of society to enjoy the fruits of modern teaching methodology. Transport facility is for all sectors of Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali. JP scholarships are also given to the deserving students. The school is going to introduce vocational courses like medical laboratory technology, information technology and X-Ray technology at Plus one level from the next academic session. The school has been granted recognition upto Plus 2 level by Chandigarh Education Department since 2001. All the infrastructure required upto +2 level is ready with latest science and computer labs. The Plus 2 classes under science and arts stream will be introduced under Central Board of Secondary Education from the next academic session. Many new rooms have been added to accommodate the students of nearby residential schools which are being closed down and in order to cater to the unending streams of parents aspiring to admit their ward to the school. The aim of school is to ensure and import value-based education and all-round training to the child so that he or she grows up to become an asset to the nation. The school plays an important role in laying a sound foundation for the growth of a child into a confident and responsible individual. With the advent of media and fast changing technological scenario, the importance of education has become paramount. |
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‘It is our belief that every child is gifted’
THERE is no activity more self-rewarding than service to a child. Education is a continuous and creative process. There should be delicate if not perfect balance between co-curricular and extra curricular activities. It is our sincere endeavour to spot talent in each child and nurture it. It is our honest belief that every child has a gift. A child’s failure is the failure of system itself and we are equally responsible for it. On the methodology of teaching Children have to be taught by example. We also make sure that all latest advancements in academics and other activities are incorporated in the curriculum. We have inculcated sincerity, integrity and dedication in our highly competent and educated faculty. On developing overall personality The teachers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring the overall development of a child. Schools should not only produce students with high scores in academics but also confident adults with positive attitude towards life. Our sincerest endeavour is to provide the best facilities to the students and to reduce the cost of imparting quality education at the same time so that no deserving student is deprived of it. The teachers and students share a very special relationship. |
Army coal scam: inquiry ordered Chandigarh, March 31 Four civilian trucks and a driver were taken into custody by the Military Police earlier this week while coal meant for the Army was being off loaded from them near Panchkula. These trucks were transporting coal to Jutogh near Shimla. Meanwhile, the Army has denied that the Military Police has carried out checks on “shops” supplying meat products to Army establishments in Chandi Mandir. A senior officer at Chandi Mandir said civilian organisations were outside the jurisdiction of the Military Police. |
Artistic tributes to Vincent Van Gogh Chandigarh, March 31 From paintings and films to books in both French and English, the display has almost everything to make an objective viewer familiar with Van Gogh, the painter who died unsung. So there are sunflowers and irises and also portraits that made Van Gogh a force to reckon with, though after his death. The pain and longing of the painter also comes alive in the collages which Rashmi created for the show, that will be open at Alliance Francaise for about a week. Also on display is an art work where the artist perceives herself as a portrait for Van Gogh’s creative indulgence. She has also displayed small replicas of Van Gogh’s famous works, including the paintings of his bedroom, his chair and some replicas of his famous portraits. Inaugurating the exhibition yesterday, Prem Singh, former Principal of Government Art College, Sector 10, remembered Van Gogh saying that he was a legendary painter ahead of his times. “Plagued by loneliness all his life, he brought out his pain in his works, which did not gel with the ornamental works of that era, but they finally emerged as the best works even created. Today among the top ten best rated works in the world, Van Ggh’s paintings occupy the first five slots,” said Prem Singh.  |
The Big B’s choice
THE moment Amitabh Bachchan entered the banquet hall of Hotel Northpark, Panchkula, the veneer of sheen on elite select guests wore off. Suddenly, the people who were waiting patiently for the star guest for nearly an hour were not the judges, ex-governors, bureaucrats or businessmen daintily flitting from here to there with cold drinks in their hands. They had become fans of the Big B. Like any ordinary common man. With autograph books in hand and cameras capturing their moment with the megastar. Clad in a white kurta pyjama stitched in pathani style, Amitabh obliged as many fans as he could. Towering above most of them, he was distinguishable due to his height and trademark white French beard. ‘‘Thank God he is so tall, otherwise I would not have been able to see him’’, said a young petite girl who did not have the courage to push through the crowd and reach out to him. After a brief interaction with the crowd and a special warm hug to his cousin (maasi’s daughter) Harvinder Kaur, the Big B who had entered the hall with hands folded in greeting, excused himself with a wave of his hand and a ‘‘bye’’ on his lips and retired to his room. The tea and snacks laid out on the buffet table remained untouched. But the star-struck fans seemed to have had their fill of a look at Amitabh, though hopes of a
tete-e-tete were unsatiated. But the hotel staff were more than willing to fill in for him. Northpark Hotel, a sister concern of the famous Hot Millions group, is smitten by the Bachchan aura. Mr Puneet Sethi, General Manager, says, ‘‘We have touched the ceiling with him as our guest. We can’t get any bigger than this’’. The Director of Hot Millions, Mr Rajbir Singh, gushes, ‘‘What bigger compliment to us than the fact that Mr Bachchan declined the offer of Yash Chopra to shift to another big hotel in Chandigarh?’’ So, what is it about Northpark, set in pristine verdant surroundings on the banks of the Ghaggar and overlooking the Morni hills, that Amitabh has taken a liking to? Rajbir informs proudly that Amitabh, a perfect gentleman, has praised the hotel for ‘‘the good food, peaceful atmosphere and personalised care that our staff have been rendering him’’. During his stay here, he has not had to use his inhaler even once ( he is asthmatic). Well, you guys can go check it out for yourself. Amitabh’s daily routine is somewhat like this: He gets up at 6 in the morning and works out in the hotel’s gym for an hour till around 7.30 in a systematic manner. Being a punctual person himself, he wants his breakfast at sharp 8. He leaves for work at 9 and comes back at 6.30 p.m. if working on a single shift and has some snacks or a shake. His dinner order is for 8.30 p.m. Before calling it a day, Amitabh sits on his laptop, attending to his business matters. He is usually dressed up casually in a track suit. |
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A place of my own under the sky, amidst green mango trees and blooming flowers... the Cheemas’ home in Sector 18 is indeed a theme for a dream(house). Located right opposite a park that adds to the aspect of the magnificent house, advocate R.S. Cheema’s house is a perfect blend of American architecture with Oriental interiors. Constructed on a two and a half kanal plot, with a covered area of 5000 square feet, the two storey house speaks a lot about the owners. Mr Cheema’s discerning eye for detail is as visible in his home as in the sensational criminal cases he handles. From the intricately carved wood panels, pelmets and doors to the structural design - internal and external- the detailed design is striking. What strikes you most is the facade of the house. Painted neutral, the outer aspect is American with huge arched bay windows and balconies, and double height pillars supporting a the triangular parapet over the centre balcony. The only hint of design other than lines or arches, is the floral design on the railing of the balcony in the outer aspect. Nowhere else, inside or outside would one find a variety in design other than straight or diagonal lines, or arches. The interiors are in contrast with the exteriors; a taste of the Orient is juxtaposed over the otherwise contemporary structural design inside the house. The living room has simple furniture with blue tapestry, which offers a soothing contrast to the creame paint on walls and marble flooring. Simplicity being the quintessential feature of the interiors, the walls are stark with just one wall being adorned by a painting. The emphasis in the room is on a console kept against a wall, and adorned with beautiful crystal and Chinese artifacts. The antique finished shades and chandelier hanging delicately from the ceiling, also add to the Oriental effect. The dining room is an extension of the living room, with a wood panelled arch providing a distinction between the two rooms. The den has been kept just as it should be — fancy free yet chic. Comfy sofas are the only furniture, while the soft coloured shades over the lights and the chandelier like a wind chime add grace to the room. The house has been divided into two blocks ( residential and the annexe serves as the office). While there is a perfectly manicured front lawn, the back yard has been converted into a basket ball court. In all the rooms, care has been taken to ensure that elements are in perfect harmony - air, light and cross ventilation have been given importance in the design.
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What you speak, speaks a lot about you WHAT you speak speaks a lot about you. Let language not let you down; and learn the culture with the language — is the mantra of Ms Promila Mahajan of the Finesse Institute of Languages. The lady is out to promote the Queen’s English all over the country by franchising out their services. The decision to appoint franchisees all over the country has been taken on the 12th year of the institute’s inception on Wednesday. Ms Mahajan says that her aim is to see her flagship brand of English teaching schools reach every corner of the country. To begin with, negotiations are already on with people in Patiala, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Nawanshahr and Jammu for franchising out the services. Brushing aside questions about the Indian obsession with English, she says that being an Indian, Hindi is and will always be the most important language. But English is the universal language, and one has to know the language, and learn it properly. It is here that we offer our services, to teach each one- from housewives, school children, youth appearing for competitive examinations to the slum children, she adds. Ms Mahajan has travelled a long and arduous journey from the time that she started her institute in Dehradun.”It was a success from the word go. Within five years, we had established our brand name. Till date, almost 20,000 persons have benefited from her courses in English and in personality development and confidence building,” she informs. Talking of the Hinglish and slang influences in the Queen’s English, Ms Mahajan insists that one has to flow with the trend. “ I don’t belong to the school of purists, but believe in the amalgamation of different words. As it is, certain words have been adopted by various English dictionaries, including Oxford and Collins.” Her school runs four courses in English- Elementary, Fundamental, Basic and Advance. Says Ms Mahajan,” Our USP is that we consider the English sentence as the unit, while teaching the language, rather than the word or the grammar. That is why our success rate is 100 percent.” The institute also helps poor, physically challenged and Army personnel in learning English by offering heavy discounts. Ms Mahajan had also undertaken weekly classes in English for the slum children of Bapu Dham Colony in the year 2003.
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RCS fashion store in Sector 17, has now opened its doors to other fashion designers. The store other than showcasing the beautifully crafted designs of its in- house designers under the Sukarma label, will now be exhibiting outfits- pret and party wear- by other designers. To begin with, Re — the label of designer Paulomi from Ahemdabad — is the first one to be exhibited at the store. The designs in traditional, Indo- western, and western wear show the rich textile culture of Gujarat- block printing. This designer label that aims to promote and preserve the art of block printing by using it in apparel relevant to a contemporary lifestyle, will be showcased here till April 3. The designer wear in chiffons, georgettes, cottons, cotton silks, tussar and crepes, derives inspiration from a wide motif repertoire ranging from Kalamkari, sanganeri buttis to Mughal jaalis and floral patterns. The blocks have been collected over a period of time from traditional artisan families, and are used extensively on all garments- sarees, salwar kameez and kurtis. Sequins and zardozi are juxtaposed on these prints to add a dash of sparkle, besides enhancing the traditional print layouts. Mr Anuj Sundra, proprietor of RCS, says that they plan to allot permanent stands to designers specialising in party wear and pret wear for women.
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Rani zips across city for Yash film OVER the past few days it actually seemed as though the star-struck city was waiting more for Rani Mukherjee than her film director Yash Chopra. Earlier the rumours were that the charming actress would arrive with Shah Rukh Khan or at least with Preity Zinta, who was the first among the cast of Yash Chopra’s film to arrive in Chandigarh. However, even after two weeks, Rani was nowhere to be seen. She finally landed today, when she was least expected. Storming the city in her style, Rani virtually zipped past the airport parking area, waiting for nothing and no one. Heavily escorted as expected, the actress had problems even looking up to curious fans, who had waited for her at the Chandigarh airport for well over an hour. Like all others of her fraternity, Rani took care not to give in to the persisting fans, some of whom wanted to have her autographs, while others looked for interesting sound bytes. However, none of the two came. The scene at the Chandigarh airport remained familiar — after landing, Rani came outside, rushing for her special luxury vehicle, Punjab police cops instantly offered escort to the leading lady of many a hit film, and the cavalcade immediately pushed off to hotel Mount View. Meanwhile, at the airport, some of the disappointed fans were busy discussing Yash Chopra’s extremely “covert” policy of film-making. Not even once has the director said anything about the film, being shot in Punjab and Chandigarh over the past about two weeks. Also, he has not allowed any of his actors/actresses to interact with either fans or press people. Moreover, the location of Yash Chopra’s shooting is also hardly known. Even if it is known, it is more than challenge to get to the location, which is often sealed for the public. In case of Rani, however, one had thought that some conversation would be possibly struck, given the warm, friendly, nature of the former. But the actress ended up surprising everyone by following her director’s instructions of not giving away anything about the new Yash Chopra film or even about her own bit in the production.
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Morning Chatter “MY kid doesn’t listen to me,” is a refrain that one hears so often. It seems harmless when the issues at hand are confined to things like not having milk, playing truant with home assignments or stubbornly refusing to use the toothbrush at night. No amount of cajoling and barter deals work as the child persists in having his way. The parent tries once, twice or thrice to use its authority but if the child is still insistent, the toughest parent gives in. Child is after all said to be the father of man! Used in a different context, the saying here comes true as the roles get ironically reversed and the parent and child find themselves switching positions. The child dictates, the parent succumbs, the child demands, the parent gives in, the child rudely answers back, the parent swallows the remark and before you know it the child has turned from an innocent harmless little darling into a self willed, manipulative creature who understands only a language which is liberally peppered with Yes. Shiv Khera, motivational guru, in his book ‘Living with Honour,’ emphatically states, “People who have never learned to obey can never hope to command.” He goes on to explain the psyche of the No versus the Yes generation. According to him, people who are today over the age of 50 belong to the No generation. They were the ones who could take the cues from their parents and elders and behave/respond in the manner expected of them. The father had to just give one stern look and the child would slink away, without even mouthing his request. The mother would tell the child to postpone the purchase of, say a pair of shoes or a dress, and there would be no mention of it, till the arrival of the due date. When this very expectation would see fruition there would be gratitude and elation. The Yes generation, on the contrary, has to convert every request, demand, order and expectation into a yes — an instant yes at that. As a result, we have children driving cars when they are not legally eligible, indulging in promiscuity when their bodies and minds are not fit and healthy enough to deal with it, drinking and indulging in substance abuse simply because they have got too used to having their way. They have a scant regard for rules and regulations. They, in fact, take pride in breaking them, giving each other bonus marks on innovation when it comes to acts of defiance and rebellion. Their line “it’s my life” and “meri marzi” would be fine if their actions and the results thereof were confined to their narrow personal domain. But when the effects of their irresponsible behaviour spread their tentacles, affecting those around them, adults must acknowledge the fact that they have gone horribly wrong in the parenting process. Having “beeba bache” is any day preferable to having these know-alls who first create havoc and then scramble to the safety of their own homes, emerging only once the dust has settled and their parents have pulled strings to once again bail them out. Before it is too late, parents will have to once again get into the traditional mould of being more of parents and less of friends. They will have to lay down rules that will be obeyed and their authority is respected. Nothing short of this will help. |
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