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FROM SCHOOLS
Panchkula, May 13 More than 300 students participated in various activities, including music, dance, painting and creative writing. The school Principal, Ms Santosh Bnadari said a 15-day workshop of selected students from five schools would be held from May 25 on the premises of DAV Public School, Sector 15. Software installed: Hansraj Public School has installed “Eduplus”, a multi-media software for the benefit of its students. According to a press note, the software, which conforms to the CBSE and NCERT curricula, covers over 90 per cent of the syllabus with regular upgradation. It covers mathematics, science and social science subjects for up to Class X. CHANDIGARH The Bhavan Vidyalaya Interact Club organised an art competition and declamation contest for the students of ‘Unchai’, a school for slum children, in the school premises. A dance party was also organised in which the students mingled with each other. The ‘Unchai’ project was undertaken with a spirit of social service to children of economically-weaker sections of the society.
Special assembly The local Delhi Public School held a special assembly to celebrate the Mother’s Day. The programme began with an ode to mothers, “Mother of mine”, followed by poems and a talk on the significance of the day. The Principal of the school, Ms Sunita Tanwar, said, “No language can express the power, beauty, heroism and majesty of a mother’s love”.
Hygiene quiz A health awareness quiz was organised by Cremica, in association with doctors and dieticians, at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 22. The students were quizzed on health and hygiene, balanced diet, food, diseases and their prevention. The winning team will go up to the district level and then take part in state level competition. The winners of the contest were for Classes V, VI and VII — Pushkal, Meenal and Shubham; for Classes VIII, IX and X — Madhur, Vabhav and Jaspreet. |
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Two more selected
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Chandigarh, May 13 Qaynat is a final-year student of BE (Electronics and Electrical Communications) at the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala and Sunjit is an engineering student of Punjab Engineering College here. |
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4,280 adult learners
to take test
Chandigarh, May 13 As many as 400 teachers have been imparting education to these candidates for the past few months. The candidates will also be provided results cards after the declaration of results. Heads of 38 government schools have been engaged to conduct the examination as per the directions of Director, Public Instruction (Schools). They will depute teachers of their schools to conduct these examinations. The examination will be conducted from 2 pm to 5 pm for classes from the first to seventh standard. |
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Result declared
Chandigarh, May 13 The gazettes will be available at the New Enquiry Office of the university for consultation and personal enquiry on all working days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The result will also be available on the university website www:puchd.ac.in from 10 a.m. onwards tomorrow. No telephonic result enquiry will, however, be entertained. |
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Welcome party for freshers
Chandigarh, May 13 The highlights of the initiation party were Sahil Wadhwa taking the Mr Fresher title and Harmeet walking away with the Ms Fresher title. Veni and Chandan were declared the best dressed freshers. Arti Bansal was adjudged the best female dancer while Ajay Bali got the best male dancer title. Ajay Pal Singh was declared Mr GCS while Aanchal took away the title of Ms GCS. Mr Gurmeet Singh, managing director, GCS Computers, "Such parties are a welcome relief both for the students as well as the staff. We organise a welcome party every semester". |
HIGH
COURT
Chandigarh, May 13 In his petition, Major Surinder had said that he was not sure if he would get fair trial if it was held in Northern Command. He had said that though the Army authorities had stated that his trial would not be held in J&K, it would be better if the trial was shifted outside the territorial jurisdiction of Northern Command. Major Surinder is the officer who brought in the open the fake kills stage-managed by some Army units in Siachin to garner medals and bravery awards. Today, during the hearing, the Bench was informed by counsel for the Government of India that it has already been decided to shift the trial outside Northern Command. On the request of the Major's counsel, the Bench allowed him to withdraw the petition and dismissed it as withdrawn. Notice issued
A Division Bench of the High Court on Thursday issued notice of motion for July 19 on a petition seeking directions to the Union Government to take immediate steps to ensure the release of two Armymen, who are in the custody of Pakistan since the Kargil war. Taking up the petition filed by the World Human Rights Protection Council through its Chairman advocate Ranjan Lakhanpal, the Bench comprising Mr Chief Justice B.K. Roy and Mr Justice Surya Kant issued notice to the Union Government. In the public interest petition (PIL), the council said that the two soldiers, who had gone missing on September 17, 1999, were languishing in a Pakistani jail. The petitioner also pointed out that after the duo - Lance Naik Jagsir Singh of Muktsar and Sapper Mohammad Arif of Meerut - went missing from Kargil, the Army declared them deserters and their families were also harassed. The salaries of the missing soldiers were also stopped, the petitioner said. Saying that reports in the media have said that the Pakistan Government was ready to release the two if three Pakistani citizens in Indian jails were also released, the petitioner has sought directions to the Union Government to get the duo released. Passport issue
A Division Bench of the High Court on Thursday dismissed the writ filed by Ranjit Bajaj, the controversial son of senior IAS officer B.R. Bajaj, seeking directions to the Regional Passport Officer to issue passport to him. In his petition, Bajaj had claimed that the Regional Passport Officer, Chandigarh, had turned down his request for issuance of a passport on the ground that a case was pending against him. Today, after hearing counsel for both sides, the Bench, while dismissing the petition, asked Bajaj to approach the Regional Passport Officer with his request. |
New Releases
VICKY Films Pvt Ltd’s Lakeer-Forbidden Lines, a much-hyped star-studded venture whose attractive promos are already on air will be released today at Piccadilly, Chandigarh, Suraj, Panchkula and Fun Republic, Mani Majra. This one is considered a sound business proposition in trade circles. Choreographer Ahmed Khan has directed ‘Lakeer’. With this film the dance director will be entering the field of direction. This Sunny Deol-Sunil Shetty, John Abraham - Sohail Khan starrer film has been produced by Vicky Kumar. The film revolves around the relationship of Sunny Deol and Suneil Shetty and their respective brothers Sohail Khan and John Abraham.
Nauheed Cyrici also stars in this action packed film. Ahmed Khan’s ‘Lakeer’ has also whipped up a lot of curiosity, thanks to AR Rahman’s peppy score and attractive promos. * * * Surinder Kapoor and Boney Kapoor, ‘Run’ is touted as a unique and unparalleled love story. The film will be released today at Neelam, Chandigarh and Fun Republic, Mani Majra.‘Run’ is a different type of love story which is sure to touch viewer’s hearts. Abhishek Bachchan and Bhoomika Chawla are in the lead role in this film. Mahesh Manjrekar, Ayesha Julka, Vijay Raaj and Mukesh Rishi are in supporting roles. Excellent compositions by Himesh Reshammiya and lyrics by Sameer are another high point of the film. Abhishek Bachchan and the filmmaker, have pinned high hopes on the film. * * * Director Manmohan Singh, producers Preetpal Shergil, Smith Brar and Dalwinder Singh with their Wild Rose entertainments Punjabi film ‘Asa Nu Maan Watna Da’ will also be released today at Fun Republic, Mani Majra. It is a romantic film starring Harbhajan Maan, Kimi Verma with new find Neeru Bajwa (from Canada). Kanwaljit, Deep Dhillon, Navneet Nishan, Vivek Shauq, Gurpreet Ghuggi and others. It also has artists from Canada and Chandigarh. The story and screen play by Manmohan Singh, dialogues by Baldev Gill, cinematography by Harmeet Singh, choerography by Vaibhavi Merchant, lyrics by Babu Singh Mann and music by Jaidev Kumar.
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Style i
Diamonds may be a woman’s best friends, but it is the handbag without which she cannot think of stepping out of home. Purses and bags are ideal fashion accessories for carrying assorted, frequently used things, whether commuting to work or travelling. Imagine having no provision to keep your lippers, hair brush and other knick knacks handy. The handbag is a more visible, eye-catching accessory, that is noticed first of all while judging a person’s ensemble. A smart bag is an instant update to any outfit. A handbag says volumes about the persona that you want to project. While Karisma’s skin-toned sequined pouch was a style statement for the film awards nite, Preity’s JNU jhola look in the forthcoming fil ‘Lakshya’ is already catching up with bubbly teenagers. Diversity abounds this season with designers using a variety of materials, textures and shapes. As far as shapes go, there are a lot to choose from. Some of the most popular shapes of the season are the long and narrow East/West bag, the slouchy hobo bag, the oblong roll bag, the basket bag and the classic small clutch. From the satchel to the shopper, the wristlet to the clutch, and the hobo to the short shoulder, it is a mixed bag of shapes being picked by fashion divas in the city this season. Plenty of choice is available in city stores.
A whole range of materials, from leather to linen, straw to satin, plastic to crochet, is available for prices to suit every pocket. Leather, however, remains an all-time favourite because of its durability and look. Though branded ones like those from Jane Shilton, available at Ebony, cost more than Rs 2,000, the range of Indian brands, available at Meena Bazaar and Glich, starts from Rs 1,000. The latest Benetton range is worth a dekko and is reasonably priced too. The faux leather range in a variety of textures and finishes is available for Rs 500 onwards. The trendy jute and ethnic designs available at FabIndia can be had for Rs 400 onwards. There is plenty to choose from if you have a passion for prints and florals. The pouches and sequined wristlets with the distinct Indian touch that can be matched with outfits are also a hot favourite of fashionistas. Colour is everywhere, not only in shoes, but in handbags. Apart from beige and clear whites, strong colours like hot pink, fuchsia, gold, mint green, turquoise and orange are popular this season. ‘‘Colour is the trend this season. As these bags are outfit specific, we have kept the price very reasonable at Rs 275’’, says Mr Manish Jain of Meena Bazaar. Decoration is also a trend and thus the markets are bursting with bags with metal clasps, rope chains, buckles, buttons, overstitching, studs, bamboo handles and silver trim. So if hunting for a handbag this summer you are sure to find a perfect one with so many different styles out there. Have the one that expresses something about your personality or that makes a bold statement about who you are. So go for a bag that adds punch to your style.
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THIS is great time to renew your romance with the yellow metal. With the price of gold crashing to Rs 5,580 on Thursday, city jewellers say this is the right time to invest in the metal.
The Chandigarh Gold Body has decided to extend its ongoing Chandigarh Gold Festival till the end of this week. With the price of gold fluctuating between Rs 5,500 and Rs 5,600 this week, the jewellers say the low prices of gold this month is a boon for those planning to invest in the yellow metal. Gold prices rose by almost 25 per cent from April last year to March this year, giving investors returns of 15 per cent. From Rs 5,260 per 10 gram in March last year to Rs 6,070 per 10 gram in March, the yellow metal turned elusive for those interested in buying it even as it was the best time to sell it. With a 60 per cent cut in import of this precious metal, and a worldwide increase in its demand, especially after the weakening of the dollar against other currencies, the prices of the metal continued to increase for almost a year. City jewellers say the fluctuations in gold is because of the holiday mood all over, and is likely to shoot up soon. Mr Anil Talwar, president of the Chandigarh Gold Body, says the response to the Chandigarh Gold Festival has been pretty good.”
The market has been going through a dull period. The festival has brought cheer to local jewellers’ market,” he says. Thirtyeight jewellers of Chandigarh, including the Notified Area Committee, Mani Majra, had joined hands under the aegis of the Chandigarh Gold Body, for the festival, co-sponsored by the World Gold Council. This is the first gold festival being organised by the World Gold Council north of Delhi. Though some jewellers are not happy with the response during the Festival, Mr Talwar says when the price of the metal is falling, sales generally do not go up.”
People expect prices to go down further, and are delaying making purchases for investment purposes,” he adds.
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Ready to take off in their dream machine
THESE six young men are ready to take off ... on a helicopter designed by them as part of their mechanical engineering project. In less than Rs 1 lakh, and by simplifying the design, these young students of the Haryana College of Technology and Management, Kaithal, have built a helicopter.
Their flying machine has been built over almost two months at ElektroFab Engineers, in Chandigarh. Using a 350-cc Yamaha motor cycle engine, this group of six friends — Vivek Sharma, Ajay Sharma, Abhishek Abrol, Puneet Gupta, Amit Dhiman and Jaswant Mehra — have created this 200 kg low-cost helicopter, Mech Y- 350, done up in white and blue. After research and development on the project for almost a year, the friends set to work two months ago. Now their flying machine is ready for take-off. The helicopter has been made as part of these students’ final-year project. The machine will be ferried to Kaithal on Friday for their viva on the project. None of these students or owners and workers of the workshop in Chandigarh are trained to fly. The students claim that the machine, with its fibre glass blades, will fly as a real helicopter, though torque balancing has to be improved upon. The mechanical designing for the 300 RPM gear box, the 900 RPM tail box, the rotor box, transmission et al has been done by these young men after interaction with faculty members of Punjab Engineering College and various aeronautical engineers in Chandigarh. Says Vivek, “We had done extensive research on the design of the helicopter and its motor before we began drawing the detailed mechanical plans. We then got in touch with aeronautical engineers and officials of the 3 BRD in Chandigarh, who helped us improvise the plans and simplify the structure”. Adds Abhishek, “Cutting down the cost was the major consideration. We had set a budget of Rs 1 lakh for the project and completed it in Rs 90,000. Cost-cutting was done by buying the Yamaha 250-cc engine from the junk market and getting it overhauled, before it was installed in the body of the helicopter, and instead of using the stainless steel rotors, we used fibre glass. “ Mr Gurbhej Singh Sandhu of ElektroFab, who has given final shape to the students’ efforts, says though he is not sure of the balancing, the design and the pressure built by the wings, will ensure that it will have a smooth fly. The mechanics by which it will rise upwards and turn in different directions have been specially taken care of, he adds.
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Contestants’ hair, skin examined
BEAUTY is skin deep. Beautiful within is a concept that comes after skin-deep beauty has been admired and led you to the grand finale of any beauty pageant.
This notion was reinforced at the Ms Beautiful Skin contest and the Ms Beautiful Hair contest organised by Cleopatra Day Spa, Beauty and Slimming Centre, as the run-up to Mr and Miss Glamour North India being organised by Total Communication and Entertainment Solution. Fifteen girls and 25 men from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi and Chandigarh are participating in the beauty pageant. Eleven female models arrived at Cleopatra in Sector 8, Chandigarh, on Thursday to get their skin and hair examined by beauty experts for the sub- titles in the pageant. Ms Harveen Kathuria, clinic manager of Cleopatra, said they were judging the contestants’ skin and hair with a special dermoscope. “We check the hair for the hair colour — if it suits the skin type of the model, if the hair style is suited to the face cut, if the hair is healthy etc,” she said. Ms Kathuria said they were checking the skin for tanning, if it was free from black heads and white heads, et al. The models said they were enjoying every bit of the contest. Avantika Sharma from Gurgaon, a regular on ramp shows here, said the show would give her a platform for striking it big in the modelling arena. Agreed Ekta from Mumbai, “I have done shows in Mumbai. This show will not just give a fillip to careers of models from the region, but also attract the modelling world to the region, which do not look beyond the metros when hunting for new faces and talent.”
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