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Conserve soil and water, Aulakh tells farmers
Ludhiana, April 21 The varsity has recommended technology for cultivation of crops in the selenium contaminated soils. Also, as per the research by the university scientists, the underground water drawn from tubewells as deep as 125 meters in seleniferous regions of Punjab, particularly Hoshiarpur and Nawanshar, can be safely used for irrigation and drinking purposes. While inaugurating the workshop, the Vice Chancellor, Dr. K S Aulakh, described soil erosion as a serious problem and called for a holistic approach to save the precious natural resources. For this the farmers must follow recommended steps to stop further deterioration of soil and depletion of water table. Describing paddy as the major culprit for impairment of ecology, particularly depletion of water table in the state, Dr. Aulakh suggested to popularise a crop pattern of summer moong, basmati and winter maize. But the area under these crops can be increased only if there is an assured market and remunerative price mechanism, he added. Over 200 scientists from the state Soil Conservation Department, representatives of Central Ground Water Board and PAU experts, attended the workshop. The workshop discussed the groundwater recharge studies, drip/micro sprinkler irrigation, laser leveling technology, efficient water saving cropping systems, use of tensiometer for irrigation scheduling, Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System techniques for natural resource management and role of agro horticulture in water shed development. Punjab's Chief Conservator of Soils, Dr. S S Saini, highlighted the problems and prospects of soil conservation development. He called for popularisation of precision farming, using nutrients from village ponds in the fields, on-farm water management and transfer of technology at the community level. He applauded the university for holding this workshop to focus on such a vital issue. Director of Extension Education, Dr. S S Gill, opined that building strong "social pressure" to stop early sowing of paddy can yield positive results and save late sown crop from insect pest attack. The bed planting technology is helpful in saving water and this knowhow will be popularised through PAU's Krishi Vigyan Kendras. Additional Director of Research, Dr G S Hira, spoke on the research accomplishments of the university. He advised farmers to preferably grow maize, sorghum and bajra as fodder crops. Among tree species, cultivation of poplar, arjun, eucalyptus and mulberry can effectively remove excessive selenium from the soil. Sowing two rows of soybean on beds not only improves seed yield but also results in saving of 20 to 25 percent irrigation water as compared to conventional flat sowing techniques. Earlier, Dean, College of Agriculture Dr. G S Chahal, welcomed the chief guest and the delegates to the workshop. An exhibition highlighting the theme was also put up.
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Unemployed ETT teachers hold rally
Ludhiana, April 21 They complain that the government is purposely delaying the filling of vacancies of ETT Teachers. The leaders of the union said that in Moga, Ferozepur, Mansa, Muktsar and Bathinda, the posts of ETT teachers have been reduced causing great resentment. Moreover, they want the Education Directorate to fill the vacancies of teachers and not give the authority to Zila Parishads. They said schools in villages are functioning without teachers and parents are forced to admit their wards in private schools because the government is not filling the vacancies of ETT teachers. They said that till all the unemployed ETT teachers find employment, they will continue their struggle. They had already started a ‘fast unto death’ in Chandigarh from April 19 and will start a programme of ‘gheraoing’ ministers and demand answers very soon. The leaders, Balraj Gholoti, Paramjit Mann and Inderjit Sekhon presented a memorandum of their demands to ADC Development, Mr Priyank Bharati.
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Teachers condemn govt’s ‘wrong’
decisions
Ludhiana, April 21 “The people have been disillusioned with these decisions and the present government will definitely suffer its fallout during the forthcoming Assembly elections,” they said. They demanded that a Education Commission be formed constituted of intellectuals, educationists and teachers to clear the mess the Education Department has created. They have condemned the decision of the government to give powers to the Zila Parishads to fill vacancies of teachers. They have said that if the government does not give up the path of confrontation, then the teachers will have to continue their protests.
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Book of teacher’s memoirs released
Ludhiana, April 21 Releasing the book, the PAU Vice-Chancellor Dr. K.S.Aulakh, said the sensitivity of Dr Griffth to see beauty in every thing around would inspire the readers to explore the beauty from a different angle. He congratulated the two authors of the book for their dedication in bringing out a valuable publication. The book has been compiled by Prof Amarjit Singh and Prof Hazara Singh, both PAU’s former Heads of Department of Journalism, Languages and Culture. Introducing Dr.Griffth, Prof Amarjit Singh described him as a role model teacher and poet with great sensitivity. He observed, “Dr Grifth came to the university to teach English for his sheer dedication to his profession. Because of his love for teaching, he rendered his services free of cost to the university.” During his stay, he observed everything around him minutely and composed his observations in poetry. He widely travelled throughout Punjab on bicycle. “His appreciation for Punjab and the great hospitality of Punjabis is reflected in his writing and poetry as well,” the author said. Professor Hazara Singh while thanking the Vice-Chancellor said the book would ignite a great emotional appeal to its readers, to see beauty in everything around. He described Dr Griffth as a great teacher, a true connoisseur of art who was able to see beauty in simple objects. The VC presented 10 copies of this book to the Librarian, Dr S.S.Chahal.
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NCC cadets awarded scholarships
Ludhiana, April 21 In the junior wing category, Isher Kaur was adjudged the best cadet and Kanika Soi was declared the second best
cadet. Both are from Sacred Heart Convent School. Cadets of more than 30 colleges and schools in and around Ludhiana district competed for this prestigious award. These cadets were adjudged on the basis of competitions like drill, firing, weapon training, map reading, health and hygiene, general knowledge and other service subjects. This was followed by an interview with the group commander of the Ludhiana group. Adequate weightage was given to the participation of these cadets in various training activities, camps and social service activities conducted throughout the training year. The commanding officer of the unit,Lt-Col Avtar Singh, congratulated the cadets on their meritorious achievement. He presented scholarships of Rs 3000 each to the best cadets and Rs 2000 each to the second best cadets.
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Uttaranchal Governor gives away prizes at KVM
Our Correspondent
Ludhiana, April 21 The lighting of the ceremonial lamp marked the auspicious beginning of the function which began with an invocation to Lord Ganesha. The Principal rolled out a red carpet welcome to him and other distinguished guests. A cultural programme of songs, choreographic presentation and prize winning fancy dress items was presented. Kindergarten kids presented a colourful extravaganza of the Festivals of India. The musical ballet “Chingari” was a treat for the eyes. The Governor gave away the prizes to the best candidates for the session 2005-06. He appreciated the programme, applauded the prize winners and became nostalgic about his own school days. The chief guest remembered his school days and mates. As he belongs to Ludhiana, he said that the city has a special place in his heart. His message to the parents was that they should spend quality time with their children. DrInderjeet Gill Vasisht passed the vote of thanks. She asked the parents to keep working towards the achievement of the dreams and dream high. Seminar organised: USPC Jain Public School, Chandigarh Road, in collaboration with the Federation of Jain Education Institute, Pune, organised two seminars for trustees training as well as Teachers training on the school premises. The seminars ended on Thursday.Keeping globalisation in consideration, Mr Shanti Lal Muttha, founder of the Federation of Jain Educational Institutes (FJEI), addressed the audience. He stressed on the need to upgrade education standards to compete with international standards. He also stressed on curriculum formation keeping in consideration the overall development of the students by not only providing theoretical knowledge but also moral and practical education. Kanth Bani contest: A number of inter-school competitions are being organised at Guru Nanak International Public School, Model Town, as part of its silver jubilee celebrations. Inter-School Kanth Bani Competition was organised in the school on Friday and was presided over by Ms Amrit Kaur Sarna.The Principal, Ms B. Gulati, welcomed the chief guest and the participating teams The competition was organised for classes VI to XII. The students were divided into sub-junior, junior and senior groups. The judges for the competition were Ms Manraj Kaur, Ms Gurmeet Kaur, Ms Harjit Kaur , Mr Sukhwinder Singh, Mr Amar Singh & Mr Mr Gurpreet Singh -professors from Gurmat Gyan Missionary College.
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Students bring laurels
Our Correspondent
Ludhiana, April 21 Ms Geetu Sharma stood second in the university and first in Ludhiana district by securing 1482 out of 1750 marks. Ms Mamta Gupta stood fourth in the university and second in the district. Ms Aarti Sharma stood fifth in the university and third in the district while Ms Manisha stood seventh in the university and fourth in the district. Ms Priyanka Bhakoo secured the 10th position in the district by scoring 1417 marks. As many as 23 students of the college secured more than 75 per cent marks in the university examinations. Mr Vijay Saathi congratulated the members of the faculty of the Post Graduate Department of Commerce for their efforts. NSS unit plans camp in slums
The NSS unit of the Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College started a cleanliness drive in the campus here yesterday. More than 150 volunteers served in the gurdwara in the campus. According to Mr Pankaj Bhambri, program officer, NSS Unit, these activities were part of the curriculum of NSS volunteers and they were planning to organise a 10-day special camp in the nearby slums. LCET students rock at ‘Parhelion 2k6’
Students of Ludhiana College of Engineering and Technology (LCET), Katani Kalan, here won a number of prizes at ‘Parhelion 2k6’, a national level technical festival, organised at GGS College of Modern Technology, Kharar recently. Ashok Kumar and Samir Singh, students of final year computer science engineering won first prize in Web Sniffing. Abhishek Sood and Ashok Kumar, students of the same class won the third prize in Web Designing. Apun Khanna and Jasminder Singh of third year electronics and communication engineering won the first prize in Rangoli and Anirudh of the same class won the first prize in poster making. Mr V.K. Gupta, Chairman, congratulated the students for bringing laurels to the college.
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Court serves notice in defamation case
Ludhiana, April 21 The court served the notice of accusations to Mr Gosain for allegedly leveling defamatory imputations against Mr Surinder Dawar, in a press conference in 2003. The next date has been fixed for recording the evidence of the complainant. Both Gosain and Dawar reached the court complex with a number of their supporters. The defamation case filed by Mr Gosain against Mr Dawar is also pending in the same court and is fixed for May 13.
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For her, painting is passion
Ludhiana, April 21 And today, she proudly claims that hundreds of students trained by her are earning a good livelihood by adopting hobby classes as a profession. “I feel so happy for them. Some of my students are earning very good in India as well as abroad. My students either belong to very well-off families or those who learn to be self-employed,” said Rekha, who did her degree in Commercial Arts from Banaras Hindu University. Her ‘Rekha’s School of Arts’ was started in 1983. “There was a total sea-change in life after marriage. The city was famous for its club and kitty culture but I never wanted to be a part of that. By the grace of God, I never felt financially insecure but at the same time, I did not want to sacrifice my career. With a supporting family, the school was started about 20 years back,” said Rekha. She has already exhibited her talent in the form of exhibitions at many places in India and abroad. She teaches Tanjore paintings, oil paintings, textile paintings, mix media (ceramics) , wash tempera, water paintings, murals, candle-making, pot paintings, tile-paintings, stone art, gift wrapping and drawing and sketching. “One painting is completed in almost one month whereas the water colour paintings are made within a few days,” said Rekha. She adds that other institutes enrolled students for a year or so but her school offered short courses of three months. She said, “After getting three-months training, students start working on their own.”
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Shiv Charan visits sports centre
Ludhiana, April 21 These views were expressed by Mr Shiv Charan Singh, former national hockey coach of Canada, while talking to this reporter at Jarkhar village, about 20 km from here, today. Shiv Charan who was the chief coach of the Canada squad during the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 Sydney Olympics visited the sports centre being run at Jarkhar where around 60 budding players get training in hockey and basketball. During his stay , Mr Shiv Charan interacted with the upcoming hockey trainees. He told them about the stick work, passing, stopping of the ball and penalty corner conversion besides other important points of the game. The coach urged the boys to follow the instructions given by their coach and play with dedication and discipline. Talking about the decline of Indian hockey, Mr Shiv Charan said the boys and girls had not been groomed at the grassroots level and there was no proper programme regarding the coaching and training system. He called upon the hockey lovers and promoters to launch a rigrous movement to open academies in the rural areas so that the best available talent could be tapped. On this occasion, office- bearers of the Mata Sahib Kaur Club,
Jarkhar, led by its president, Mr Daljit Singh, were present. Mr Singh informed that the club had resolved to plant grass at the main ground of the stadium. Besides, a cemented basketball court and rooms for the trainees had been constructed.
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