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Prof Atal’s lecture on social change at PU
Chandigarh, January 30 Prof Atal discussed the changes in anthropological approaches to study human societies. He believed that early anthropological concerns began with the ideas of the past of human beings whether in biological anthropology or in socio-cultural terms. From this, it progressed to the ideas of the present of human beings in the 1950s and 1960s, especially in the context of India. According to him, after the 1980s, the concern of anthropology shifted to an analysis of human beings in relation to their future. As a result of these processes, the effects of the global scenario became more apparent. From an earlier internal change, Indian society became dependent on others for change. This meant shifting to a more independent model, where Indian society could choose among the countries of the developed world for its model of development. This facilitated an “aperture-based” model of globalisation practices which became more two-way, creating “sandwich cultures” that get caught between two cultures.
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GC-11 wins history quiz
Chandigarh, January 30 Dr H.S. Dhanoa of the History
Department of the college welcomed the eminent guest. Dr Sukhdev Sharma, Head of the History Department conducted the quiz. Government College, Sector 11, won the first prize while Government College for Girls, Sector 42, bagged the second prize. The Raj Memorial Running Trophy was awarded to the second best team i.e. GCG, Sector 42. Prof Aggarwal, being an alumnus of the college, became nostalgic about his old days in the college and remembered its rich traditions. He exhorted the students to participate in such functions, as it would help them in broadening their vision. Principal Pahlad Aggarwal thanked him for blessing the students. The Department of English organised a workshop for the students on the art of radio announcing today. Mr Vijay Vashisht, a well known radio announcer from All India Radio, spoke at length on how the radio had made a comeback in recent times. Its popularity in fact, he said had never really been threatened by the advent of television because of the simple fact that radio did not require its audience to sit glued to their seats. At the same time the radio was a portable medium and could be carried literally anywhere and everywhere. More so the radio as compared to television did not hold the captive the imagination of its audience. It remained a democratic art form unlike the television, which is deeply autocratic in its insistence on total attention. He also gave the students tips on how to improve their voice quality and stressed on the importance of learning the art of voice modulation. He talked at length on various issues concerning radio. He had a very fruitful interactive session with the students where he answered their queries regarding radio jockeying, its future and a career in the radio industry. The students also read out scripts that they had written for radio programmes. Mr Vashisht offered his comments on scripts and gave suggestions for improvement. Samarjeet Singh, a final year student of the college, interviewed Mr Vashisht for the college RTV studio.
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Protest march by contractual teachers
Chandigarh, January 30 The teachers have been demanding the regularisation of their services for the past two years. The convener of the march, Neeraj, informed that the teachers had been trying to draw the attention of the administration towards their demand for regularising their services as had been done in the neighbouring states, but in vain. He added that instead of accepting their demands the administration had started abolishing posts by declaring them as surplus.
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Gandhian Dept new building operational
Chandigarh, January 30 The programme started with an introductory speech by Dr M.L. Sharma, Director, Department of Gandhian Studies. The Vice-Chancellor also spoke on this occasion and thanked Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, M.P., for contributing Rs 7.55 lakh for the construction of the new building. He congratulated him on his induction into the ministry. Prof M.K. Teja, Director, Centre for Population Research, informed the audience about the achievements of the department and its future projects. She also informed them about the active involvement of the Centre with national and international agencies in various research projects related to health and family welfare. She expressed her gratitude to the government for the grant provided them.
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Alumni’s annual get-together
Panchkula, January 30 A large number of ex-Josephites, including those posted in far-off places attended the meet. Among those present were Mr Rajan Gupta, Inspector General of Police at Jalandhar, Ms Amita Paul, Managing Director Bihar Financial Cooperation and Dr Rajiv Mirchia, an eye specialist at Chandigarh. According to the association’s president, Mr Jaspreet Ahluwalia, the aim of the get-together was to bring the ex-students together on a social platform. The association’s vice president, Ms Gulshan said that the event would now be an annual feature at Chandigarh.
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Teachings of Gandhi eulogised
Chandigarh, January 30 The Principal, Mrs Kuldevi Yadav, addressed the students and enlightened them about the importance of self-control, concentration and meditation which were important in the life of Gandhiji. Students also observed two minutes silence in memory of Mahatma Gandhi. A cycle rally was also organised from the school to Sukhna Lake.
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Sankalp Trust screens film on BSF
Chandigarh, January 30 Mr Bhatia further informed that the NGO at present had 7 office bearers, who will mobilise support from the youth. The function was presided over by Surinder Singh, Mayor of Chandigarh. The NGO also adopted 20 children from the poor section of society, whose education and food expenses will be borne by the NGO until they are 21 years old. A Punjabi play, ‘Khaandan Da Waris’, highlighting the social evil of female foeticide was also staged. |
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An evening of Punjabi songs
Chandigarh, January 28 Hum Tum dance group also entertained the audience with their expert performance. At the artist’s corner Professor Jagdeep Singh Jolly demonstrated clay sculpting while Professor Ravinder Sharma made sketches using different mediums. Sweets were also distributed among those present. |
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