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‘World facing shortage of computer professionals’
Chandigarh, September 16 “We are reaching out to students belonging to such segments to enroll them in San Jose State University.” “In fact, it is my mission there,” he claimed. “I have been really impressed with the ‘Golden Heart Scholarship Scheme’ started by Punjabi University, Patiala, to finance education of rural students studying in the Yadavindra College of Engineering at Talwandi Sabo.” “I am almost doing in the US what Punjabi University is doing here,” he added. There were many talented students among poor sections of society in the US as well as in India. And to deny such talented students the opportunity to join professional courses was a great injustice. The society would be better off with such students joining professional courses and carving a niche for themselves, said Dr Meldal. After speaking to students of Punjabi University, Dr Meldal had come here to meet the management of an engineering institute to probe the possibility of a tie-up with his university for a student-exchange programme. Talking about computer technology, Dr Meldal said its use was now becoming universal. It was being used in cars, cell phones, DVDs, watches, etc. From personal computer on one’s table, the developing world was heading towards the use of “integrated computer devices”. However, the world was facing a shortage of qualified computer professionals. According to an estimate, there was a shortfall of seven lakh engineers in the US alone. And the number was in millions all over the world, he added. Because of this, the US was outsourcing its various services to countries like India. He said countries like India and China were fast catching up with the US as far as making innovations in computer technology were concerned. “Of course, the US is still leader in this technology but other countries are not far behind,” he added. “Except in hardware, the US monopoly over this technology is a thing of the past,” he asserted. He said as the privacy of individuals had come under attack from governments as well as private organisations. And a major concern in countries like the US was to safeguard privacy and protect computer devices from “attacks” from vested interest. “There always remains a risk of breaking into computer systems and other related gadgets by vested interest,” he added. To avoid the risk to computerised systems, there was a need to develop safeguards that were far ahead of the techniques used to hack such systems by those concerned. “To develop the safeguards, which should be ahead of time, is an area of concern for computer teachers, professionals, policy-makers and others concerned,” he said. “We share our concerns with students and motivate them to come out with inventions for securing computer systems from malicious forces that often play mischief of choking systems by using various trojan and viruses.”
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Indian, British education
systems compared
Panchkula, September 16 “However, it has been overshadowed by rote learning, bookish knowledge, cramming and undue importance is given to marks while children are exposed to a lot of parental pressure to perform,” she said. She appreciated the changing evaluation system. “The emphasis is now on the development of overall personality of the child and a majority of the parents are waking up of this fact,” she added. Suggesting some dos and don’ts for parents, Ms Warner said, “These days parents of children as young as 18 months old expect a lot from them. They keep forgetting that all children are not born into watertight compartments. They should expose them to different fields and let the child choose his area of interest. Parents should remember a happy child means a happy adult and hence a happy family.” She was invited by Ms Geetika Sethi, Director, The British School, who has a particular interest in the application of the Multiple Intelligence theory which reflects in the teaching work in the school. “The philosophy of the school is to employ practical activities in the teaching process. The aim of the workshop was to make the teachers aware of the present understanding and practice of the education system, Ms Sethi said. The teachers of The British School, Panchkula and Mohali, were made aware of how some schools in England implemented Multiple Intelligence in the teaching of reading and writing. Different ways were discussed, in which classrooms can provide for children with different intelligence.
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‘City generates 360 tonnes of solid waste daily’
Chandigarh, September 16 “I initiated the Rock Garden from complete waste and it was a learning experience to make full use of waste,” he stated. Prof R.C. Sobti, Vice-Chancellor, Panjab University, said the perception of the people needed to change. He also stated that the mental set-up of the people needed to be changed. “I will make the university solid waste free soon,” he stated. Dr A.K. Dhussa, Director, Urban Waste Management Group, Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources, New Delhi, in his keynote address, stated that to dump 1.2 lakh metric tonnes per day, the solid waste generated from urban areas alone, the country required 155 acres. He educated the audience of over 280 methods of dealing with the problem and generating energy from it. In the first technical session, the lead lecture was delivered by Dr G.C. Bansal, Municipal Health Officer, Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh. He spoke on the management of municipal solid waste of Chandigarh. He stated that the city generated 360 tonnes of solid waste daily, that included about 70 per cent as organic kitchen waste. To manage it the city spent Rs 22.60 crore, that constituted Rs 204 per person. The city had implemented the garbage-free sector scheme. Fellowships by the National Environment Science Academy were awarded to Dr R.C. Sharma, Dr Maheep Bhatnagar, Dr V. Shobha and Dr Madan Mohan. The fellowships were based on research contributions to environment science. They were awarded a citation, a medal and a memento.
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Need to save ozone layer stressed
Chandigarh, September 16 The seminar was sponsored by the Department of Environment, Chandigarh Administration. Additional Director, Department of Environment, P.J.S Dadwal was the chief guest. A technical session was held as part of the event in which resourcepersons put forth their views regarding the importance of ozone layer and the need to preserve it. Dr Jagdeep Kaur, chairperson, Department of Biotechnology, Panjab University, highlighted the role of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in the destruction of the layer. Dr Neena Caplesh, also from the Department of Biotechnology, asked students to recommit themselves to the cause of preservation of the layer. Prof Shalina Mehta from the Department of Anthropology, PU, said the current lifestyle and need for comfort was ruining the layer as well as the future of the next generation. Mr Dadwal said such events needed to be held regularly to generate awareness among public about major environmental issues. Dr Harinderjit Kaur, college Principal, said the staff and students of the college were committed towards saving the environment. She announced a ban on the use of polythene and plastic bags on the college premises. Poster-making and slogan-writing competitions were also organised to mark the occasion. Around 80 students from various colleges of the city participated in the competitions. Results: poster-making contest: first — Ashish (Dev Samaj College); second — Ravneet Kaur (Dev Samaj College); third — Monica Saini (DAV College). Consolation prize: Kanchan (GCG-11). Slogan-writing contest: first — Rekha (Dev Samaj College); second — Smrit Tripathi (Government Home Science College); third — Divya (Government College of Education). Consolation prize: Manisha (Government Home Science College). Mount Carmel School, Sector 47
The Eco Club of the school observed ‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ today. The students, who are members of the club, spoke about the ozone layer in the morning assembly. Special emphasis was laid on the impact of ozone layer depletion in human beings. Students also prepared charts and posters on the subject. Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 46
‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ and ‘Engineers Day’ was observed by the Suwanjana Eco Club of the school. The students enumerated the causes of ozone depletion. Government Girls High School, Sector 25
‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ was observed in the school. Slogan-writing competitions and interactive sessions were held. Headmistress Devinder Singh informed the students about the ozone layer. Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 44
The school’s eco club organised various inter-class competitions and activities to create awareness for the preservation of the ozone layer. A quiz and a poster-making competition were organised on the occasion. Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 47
‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ was observed by the Gulmohar Eco Club of the school. A rally was flagged off by Dr Gulzar Singh, Deputy Director, Adult Education, and Mr S.K. Sharma, Chairman of Environment Society. About 200 students participated in the rally. As many as 50 trees were also planted in the school campus. Students also presented a cultural item on the occasion. Sacred Heart Senior
Secondary School, Sector 26
The school observed ‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ with great enthusiasm. The Principal, Rev Sr Sebastian, organised a series of intra-school competitions. An exhibition was also organised. Students were made aware of the need for preserving the ozone layer. The school also organised a rally and a street play at Sector 17 to create awareness among the citizens. The rally was flagged off by Mr S.K. Setia, Secretary, Chandigarh Housing Board. Maharishi Dayanand
Public School, Daria
The eco club of Maharishi Dayanand Public School, Daria, organised an essay writing competition in the school on the occasion of ‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’. Puneet, Vinod and Neha got the first, second and third prizes, respectively, in the junior category while in the senior category, Surraiya, Promila and Baljit got the first, second and third prizes, respectively. Eco club incharge Prabha Bhainsora delivered a lecture on the subject. Principal Vinod Kumar also addressed the students. Government Model High School, Sector 26
Students and teachers of the eco club of the Government Model High School, Sector 26, observed ‘International Day for Preservation of Ozone Layer’ today. Over 150 students held a rally and marched through Sector 26 Police Lines, and Bapu Dham Colony holding placards about the subject. School Principal Manjit Kaur flagged off the rally. Earlier, students were informed about various factors leading to the depletion of the ozone layer. Students also participated in poster-making and slogan-writing competitions. A rally to create awareness about Pulse Polio was also organised on the occasion. Mr Satpal Singh, president of the parent teacher association of the school, flagged off the rally.
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Moot court competition begins
Chandigarh, September 16 In his inaugural address, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, Lt-Gen Daljeet Singh urged would-be lawyers to inculcate high principles, discipline and conscience in all ventures they undertook. He said law was all about perception on an issue and that was where the skill of lawyers held importance. In his presidential address, the institute’s chairman, Major-Gen A. Srivastava highlighted threat to environment from economic development and emphasised the importance of sustainable development. The competition is being held for the north zone as well as the south zone. It gives budding lawyers a platform to showcase their talent. Two teams, each from north and south zones, will represent India in the world finals at Florida later.
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SHO tops GND varsity exam
Mohali, September 16 Mr Sohal secured 595 marks in the examination. Mr Sohal, who also holds a degree in law, was awarded President’s Police Medal for Gallantry in 1995 and President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Services in 2005.
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Hindi Divas celebrations
Panchkula, September 16 Various competitions like essay writing and vocabulary are being organised. The divas was inaugurated by Principal Alka Gupta who garlanded a picture of Bhartendu Harish Chandra and spoke on the significance of Hindi. A kavi sammelan was held today in which Mr Purshottam Hari Bhondekar was the chief guest
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