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Roads in Patiala still not repaired
Patiala, September 28 Though Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal had announced grant worth crore for all wards of the city, still the condition of most areas of the city present a different picture all together. City residents fear the condition of roads, so much so that even main road of the city on which Gurdwara Dukhniwaran Sahib is located, is no better. The condition of the roads has worsened after recent rains. Roads in all major areas like Urban Estate, Mall Road, Officers Colony, all markets etc are equally bad. Amarinder Singh, a teacher, blames the inefficiency of the Patiala Municipal Corporation for the situation. “The MC is not ready to spend money for some constructive work. Almost all city roads have developed potholes, which can be terrible not just for vehicles but for human life as well. When you hit a deep pothole, it can do some real damage because sudden appearance of the pothole doesn’t even give the time to slow down. Due to this, we face traffic bottlenecks during peak hours. Besides, a lot of fuel consumption, we also experience jerks leading to joint pains and backaches while taking this route,” he added. Manjeet Kaur, an employee with a prestigious organisation, said: “The condition of the roads is such that it leads to accidents often. I am a resident of Tripri and the entire stretch of road in our area is in a pathetic condition. Moreover, even if there is a minor rainfall in our area, the water gets stranded for days together. As Tripri is low-lying area, the MC must develop a better sewerage system to resolve the
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Punjabis most vulnerable to heart ailments: Docs
Patiala, September 28 On the World Heart Day yesterday, heart specialists from the town termed cardiovascular diseases as India’s number one killer. Speaking to TNS, cardiologist at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, Dr Rajneesh Kapoor, who hails from Patiala, said the past four decades had witnessed alarming surge in coronary artery disease in India, especially affecting North India, with Punjab being one of the worst hit states. “Because of the Punjabi lifestyle, rich food and stress, heart ailments are on the rise in the state. And public awareness regarding the ill-effects of tobacco use, alcohol, high cholesterol and obesity was the only way to tackle the problem,” he said. Dr Kapoor added that there had been a ninefold increase in prevalence of coronary artery disease among patients in urban and over twofold increase in rural population over the past four decades. He said the ailments started at the younger age and high prevalence of metabolic and dietary risks factors amongst schoolgoing children/adolescents were the main culprit. “Other factors like changing lifestyle, urbanisation, rural immigration to city life, lack of physical activity, etc. are some of the potential risk factors for recent increase in coronary artery disease patients,” he said. Dr Harcharan Singh, head of cardiology department, Rajindra Hospital, said the day was being observed on the theme of “Work with heart” exhorting people to be aware of the main risk factors and work to protect the heart. “Major risk factors associated with coronary heart diseases include tobacco, alcohol, high cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity and unhealthy diet,” he said. |
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Dasehra celebrated with fervour
Patiala, September 28 Effigies of Ravana, his brother Kumbhkarna and son Meghnath were burnt in open spaces. Modi Mandir, Veer Haquiqat Rai Ground, and Anardana Chowk were the main venues in Patiala, where the function was celebrated. People, in large numbers, gathered together at these places to enjoy the depiction of Ramayana. Actors, dressed as Ram, his wife Sita and brother Lakshman, arrived and shoot arrows of fire at these effigies, which were stuffed with fire-crackers. Various markets were set up to lure young children that offered artificial bow and arrows, Ravana masks etc. Meanwhile, Rajindra Gymkhana and Mohindra Club organised Dasehra celebrations for their members with their families on the club premises here last night with a rich cultural programme, which was presented by Shashi Productions, a local cultural group. Dr Balbir Singh, honorary secretary of the club, introduced chief guest Bhupesh Agarwal, chairman of the Nabha Improvement Trust, and the proceedings of the evening got off to a grand start with Shashi Musical Group dancers belting out their best performances to the tune of latest Bollywood hits. An effigy of Ravana was burnt at the end of the cultural event. |
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Sukhjit makes mark in inter-varsity meet
Patiala, September 28 The event began in 1986 and since then, no girl from the university has ever managed to win a medal. Sukhjit achieved this milestone during the championship that was held at Mahatma Gandhi University,
Kottayam, Kerala, recently. Sukhjit is a student of MPEd-II at SKRCPE, Bhaggo
Majra. This has not only made the university, but also her college principal and lecturers, proud. Coming from a rural background, 24-year-old Sukhjit is the eldest of the three siblings. Sukhjit said no one in her family was educated and had no idea how big it was for her. But still, they were all happy, she added. Born and brought up in a small village, Sukhjit did her Class XII from Khalsa Senior Secondary School, Talwandi Sabo. It was there that her teachers identified her talent and encouraged her to be an athlete. Motivated, she began her training under coach Kulwinder Singh Sidhu and became best athlete in the school national and women national championship. After that, there was no looking
back. Sukhdip has earlier won two silver medals and a bronze medal in the All-India Inter-University competition earlier, but that was in 1500 m and 400 m relay. On being questioned as to how does it feel to be first one to record her name in the university, she said it was exciting. “I give the credit of this achievement to my university coach Dr Jasbir Singh, who time and again stood by me despite all odds. Last year, I lost my father and did not want to study further because the financial condition of the family was not very sound. But my coach encouraged me to continue and it was only due to his endless efforts that I had been able to win this medal,” she added. Her coach Jasbir Singh was equally delighted on this feat. He said, “Though our girls were good, but the weather and tariff in Kerala was totally different. Therefore, it was a difficult win. I am glad that she kept her cool.” Talking about her future plan, Sukhjit said she wanted to join services, where she could continue to play along with the job. She said, “Job is my first priority because our family is supported by my grandfather, who is very old now. Both my brothers are farmers and the condition of the family is not very good.” |
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Double delight for Kishore in TT
Patiala, September 28 Jai Mahajan, DGM of the bank, distributed prizes among winners. Kishore defeated SS Sohal by 11-5, 11-7 and 11-9 in the above-60 event. In the above-50 event, Kishore outplayed Inderjit Singh by 11-4, 11-7 and 11-9. In the above-40 event, Sanjeev Kapuria (PSEB) defeated Bikram Sharma by 11-5, 6-11 and 11-7. Results: Above-60 event: Jitendra Kishore 1, SS Sohal 2, CK Sachdeva 3 and DP Sarwal 4; above-50 event: Kishore 1, Inderjeet Singh 2, Amarjot Singh 3, RS Phul 4 and Kawaljeet Singh 5; above-40 event: Sanjeev Kapuria 1, Bikram Sharma 2 and Netra Prakash 3; women singles: Suman Gupta 1, Meenakshi Puri 2, Manju Sharma 3 and Inderbir Marya 4; boys under-19: Dixit Gaur 1, Gaurav 2 and Anant Sirohi 3; boys under-17: Priyank Marya 1, Sumeet Sandhu 2, Akash Deep Singh 3 and Anirudh Mangla 4. |
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J&K lift trophy
Patiala, September 28 Brig DK Khullar (retd), chairman of the Indian Sports Climbing Committee, was chief guest on the occasion. Around 120 participants from 12 teams displayed a wonderful feat of sports climbing. Jammu and Kashmir won the overall trophy. Results: Lead Climbing (first position): Men: Kharak Singh (ITBP); Women: Rohini Chib (J&K); Junior Boys: Amit Kumar Tiwari (Delhi); Junior Girls: Harjot Kaur (J&K); Sub-junior boys: Akshay Kumar (J&K); Sub-junior girls: Anjali Rao (Haryana). Bouldeering (first position): Men: Kharak Singh (ITBP); Women: Bhavan Sharma (J&K); Junior boys: Amit Kumar Tiwari (J&K); Junior Girls: Harjot Kaur (J&K). Speed Climbing (first
position): Men: Nagappa Chalwadi (ITBP); Women: Bhavana Sharma (J&K); Boys: Amit Kumar Tiwari (Delhi); Girls: Harjot Kaur
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‘City set to emerge as business tourism hub’
Kharar, September 28 He said with more than eight new hotels of star category being coming up in and around Chandigarh, the city was surely making its presence felt at international arena. Speaking as a chief guest in a function organised by the Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management at Gharuan to mark the World Tourism Day, Manmohan Singh said 80 per cent of tourists to the UT were from corporate sector. He said the UT being the centre point for operating business in neighbouring three states was main reason of attraction for business class tourists. “City has 38 hotels, other four new hotels, Hotel Radisson, Hotel Marriot, Hotel Sarovar and Hotel Lemon Tree, were in construction process and this numbered much more than any city of Punjab,” he said. Describing the importance of hospitality sector to boost an economy, Manmohan said 72 per cent nations were not only surviving but also developing at a pace by focusing only on tourism sector. Prominent among others present on the occasion included Satnam Singh Sandhu, chairman, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, and Rishpal Singh Dhaliwal, president, Chandigarh Group of Colleges. Meanwhile, competitions commemorating contribution of tourism industry were held. Team of Abhishek and Tripti won first prize in quiz competition, while Tripti won first prize in poster-making competition based on tourism theme and Vikram won slogan-writing competition. |
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Pollution check needed, says Dhindsa
Patiala, September 28 Punjab PWD (B&R) Minister Parminder Singh Dhindsa presided over the inaugural function. Prof Kirpal Singh Badungar, ex-president, SGPC, ML Sharma and Rishi Kochar were the esteemed guests on the occasion. Principal Sudeep Bhangu gave details of the programme organised by the college. The programme began with shabad gayan and lamp-lighting ceremony. Dhindsa stressed on the need to check pollution that was one of the biggest problems our country was facing. He suggested that the youth must play an important role in mobilising public opinion against social evils like female foeticide and dowry, which were hindrances in human development. He said the government alone could not do anything; it is the youth that must help them in achieving their goals and also securing a better future, he added. He also stressed on the need to maintain a balance between economic and human development. Students presented poems and songs on the occasion. The inaugural session was followed by academic session, in which economist Dr Sucha Singh Gill, professor of economics at Punjabi University, Patiala, delivered the keynote address on various aspects of human development. He said economic prosperity was not the only parameter for defining human development. Second speaker of the session, Prof Arundeep Ahluwalia, chairman of the department of geology, Punjab University, Chandigarh, talked about his experiment in earth and environment outreach programmes. College student Noorinder Bhattal presented students’ perspective on human development and the role students could play. Ravi Kochar, project specialist (research), Economic and Statistical Organisation, Punjab, talked about the efforts of government in promoting human development. Dr Jaspla Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Punjabi University, Patiala, was the chief guest at the valedictory function. He gave away prizes to the students, who had won positions during the week-long festival in various competitions, like creative poetry, painting, debate, declamation, group discussion etc.
The Vice-Chancellor laid an emphasis on involving students in development projects in the state. College principal read out the report of the festival, highlighting the achievements of the students and their enthusiasm about bringing changes in society so that the development goals were achieved. |
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Nomination paper rejected
Panchkula/Kalka, September 28 During the scrutiny of nomination papers filed by Ashish
Ranga, forms of independent candidate were not found correct, said SDM
Rajpal. Similalry, Sugan Chand of Garhi Kotaha village of Raipur Rani was rejected due to some discrepancies. Returning officer Yogesh Kumar, SDM
Kalka, said after rejecting the nomination of Sugan Chand, ten contestants were left in field, including, Pardeep Chaudhary of
INLD, Vijay Bansal of BSP, Satvinder Rana of Congress, RamGopal Mehta of
HJC, Ramphal of Nationalist Congress Party, Virender Singh of BJP and Bhagat Singh, Amit Kumar Sharma, Narinder Nath Sharma, Manoj
Kumar and Virender Bhau as independent candidates. He said E Sankran IRS, who has been appointed as an election observer of Kalka constituency, for ensuring fare election visited the Kalka SDM office. Notably, as per the instructions of district administration, returning
officer-cum-SDM Kalka would be available at the SDM office, Kalka, between 4 to 6 pm to redress general grievances of people. On September 29, candidates can withdraw their names and the election symbols would also be allotted to the contestants on the same day. |
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Police put on high alert
Patiala, September 28 Two days ago, the police cracked the murder case of Rashtriya Sikh Sangat Punjab president Rulda Singh and arrested Darshan Singh and Jagmohan Singh. The interrogation report — which revealed that accused had committed the crime on the directions of Paramjit Singh Pamma, a Babbar Khalsa activist residing in England, and Jagtar Singh Tara, an accused in the assassination case of former Chief Minister Beant Singh — has prompted the police to enhance the security in and around the town. “We cannot take the arrest of the BKI militants lightly. It is amply clear that BKI’s activities are on in Punjab. Hence, we need to be extra vigilant, especially when the festival season is on,” said a senior police official preferring anonymity. Senior police officials also said besides beefing up the security, they were keeping a check on the activities of suspected persons. Speaking to the TNS, Patiala SSP Arpit Shukla said the police was on high alert and special teams had been constituted to ensure that no untoward incident occurred. He added that nakas were being put up at various points in the town. “The special teams have also been directed to find out the associates of the arrested BKI militants besides tracking the activities of suspected persons,” he added. The SSP said the seizure of RDX and other explosives by the police had foiled the attempt of the militants to create unrest in the town. “We are in touch with intelligence agencies but so far there has been no information of terrorist planning to strike anywhere in the town,” he said. |
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2 killed as mobike, tractor collide
Dera Bassi, September 28 The deceased were identified as Charanjit Singh Baaji (25), a resident of Dera Bassi, and Manish Chandra (24), a resident of Natwal village in Barwala. The incident took place around 7.45 pm when they were moving to Barwala on their motorcycle while reaching near Punjab Palace, the tractor-trailer coming from the opposite side collided with their motorcycle. The duo fell on the road and sustained serious injuries. The investigating officer stated that Charanjit Singh Baaji died on the spot while Manish was rushed to the Dera Bassi Civil Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries during the treatment. The driver of the tractor-trolley fled leaving the tractor trolley. The bodies have been kept at the civil hospital for post-mortem. A case has been registered against the driver of the tractor-trailer and investigations are on. |
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Three booked for brawl
Kharar, September 28 Harmanjit said on September 4, he was coming from Mohali and was bound for his village. When he reached near Akali office, Kharar, he saw a few youths on two motorcycles, a car and a jeep. The accused allegedly beat him up following which he was admitted to a civil hospital at Kharar with minor injuries. The police has booked Navtej Singh and Sukhdeep Singh, both residents of the area near Akali office and Richi, a resident of area around Christian School, Kharar. |
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Protest rally by PSEB employees
Patiala, September 28 The committee members also disclosed that future course of action would be decided after the October-1 protest rally. |
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Teachers’ protest
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5-year-old dies in accident
Kharar, September 28 His parents, migrants from Bihar, refused to lodge any complaint with the police.
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Lecture on female foeticide
Patiala, September 28 The club honoured Indu Sharma, principal, and Kusum of Sat Sai Saraswati School for their outstanding performance.
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High Court
Chandigarh, September 28 The observation came on a petition by social activist Amarjit Kaur Dhillon. In the petition placed before Chief Justice Tirath Singh Thakur and Justice Kanwaljit Singh Ahluwalia, the petitioner had sought modification in the procedure of allotting chemist shops in the PGIMER to facilitate availability of medicines at competitive prices. Appearing on the petitioner’s behalf, advocate Vikram Jain said currently the policy of inviting tenders for such shops was not in public interest. The medicines being sold were at much higher rates. In fact, the medicines were costing up to 24 per cent to 55 per cent more compared to chemist shops outside the premises. The allotment terms and conditions required an investment of Rs 1.5 crores towards annual rent and security deposit, which was root cause for higher rates, Jain said. In its reply filed, the PGIMER said necessary arrangements were being made to open fair price shop under the Government of India policy of Jan Aushadi, from where generic medicines would be sold by the manufacturers direct at the reasonable price. Jain pointed out the purpose would be frustrated unless the proposed Jan Aushadi shop was opened in emergency and OPD block as more than 80 per cent medicines were sold from shops there. The proposed shop in the old shopping complex would not serve the desired purpose. Taking note of the assertion, the Bench observed the operations of Jan Aushadi shop should be kept under close watch. If patients and their attendants found the location inconvenient, Hindustan Antibiotic Ltd., who was to run the shop, should make a representation for allotment of a shop in the emergency or the OPD block. The Bench added in such an eventuality the representations should be considered promptly. Disposing of the petition, the Bench observed appropriate steps be taken to run the shop in a manner that the patients or their attendants derives maximum benefit and were not exploited.
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High Court
Chandigarh, September 28 As the case came up for hearing, Justice Jora Singh observed: “Counsel for the petitioner states complaint is pending with the SHO, Mohail. Copy was sent to the Mohali SSP, but so far no action has been taken…. “Without expression of my opinion on the merits of the case, the SHO, Mohali, is directed to look into the complaint within two months and take necessary action in accordance with law in case the allegations are found to be true.” In his petition against the state of Punjab and other respondents, Dayal Singh had alleged that he was “cheated” by Avtar Singh and Tirlochan Singh, who prepared a fake, forged and illegal agreement to sell his only house. Dayal Singh through counsel JS Bains said he neither entered into any agreement to sell nor received any amount from Tirlochan Singh, who was “his business partner”.
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Consumer Courts
Chandigarh, September 28 The forum also observed and directed the company to refund an amount of Rs 4,990 that it had taken as fee from the complainant but did not render the requisite service, compelling the complainant to spend another Rs 4,000 in rescheduling his programme. The sum of Rs 4,000 be also refunded to the complainant, the forum further observed. The complainant, Rawal Kishore Saigal, a resident of Sector 49, had become a member of Exotic Club and paid Rs 4,990 towards membership fee. For availing of some of the facilities, he was required to fill out the booking request form. He intended to visit Dubai in January, 2009 for which he contacted the club. He alleged that the club authorities failed to cooperate with him or give him a satisfactory reply. He was asked to send a booking request form duly filled out by him. He then wrote an e-mail on December 25, 2008 to the club narrating his urgency to visit Dubai and requested them to provide him with the confirmation of booking at the earliest. He also got his tickets booked. With no response from the club, he sent another e-mail requesting them to confirm his booking, but to no avail. He contacted the club on telephone and was told to get his visit extended by some days. He had to reschedule his entire visit and get his tickets extended by paying Rs 4,000 for postponement. He again failed to get any response from them despite repeated attempts to contact them on the telephone. Having lost all hopes, he got the hotel booked at Dubai on his own on January 27. The club in its reply pleaded that the complainant had failed to fill out the booking form correctly. One of the prerequisites for availing of the facility was to send a fee of Rs 1,700, which the complainant failed to send. Also, a specific destination was never promised to be made available at the request of a customer and he was required to send a set of three separate destinations with three separate dates and even then the facility was to be available only on the availability of the accommodation at a particular place at a given date. As such, the complainant failed to send a complete and proper booking form and merely mentioned one destination giving two dates on following days, which made the form wrong and liable to be rejected. However, his request was addressed to and as the said destination was not available at the given dates, he was accordingly informed of the same. He was suggested an alternative destination of Thailand for the same dates, but he was adamant on Dubai. He was accordingly informed about the non-availability of the same, it was pleaded.
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Gambling
Chandigarh, September 28 Acting on a tip-off, the police had arrested the accused with stake money worth Rs 10.15 lakh. Meanwhile, the police arrested Vijay Kumar, Vikram Kumar, Rajesh Kumar and Pawan Kumar near Government High School Sector 24 around 12.30 am today while indulging in gambling. It recovered Rs 18,200 in gambling money from them. A case under the provisions of the Gambling Act has been registered in police station-11 in this regard.
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Man held with ganja
Chandigarh, September 28 Theft
Col JS Narang (retd) of Sector 34 filed a complaint with the police alleging that his Maruti car (CH 03 Q 9420) was stolen from a park outside his residence last night. Narang said the police told him that they were busy in Dusehra duties and would register a case on Tuesday.
Cyclist killed
In a hit-and-run case, a cyclist was killed near the trafficlights on the road separating Sectors 15 and 16. The police said the cyclist, Vishal Singh, of Sector 36 was hit by an unknown vehicle in the wee hours of September 19. He was injured and admitted to the Government Multi-Speciality Hospital, Sector 16, where he later died. A case of causing death due to rash and negligent driving has been registered at the police station-11.
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Carmel Convent bag U-14 girls’ title
Chandigarh, September 28 Results: U-14 girls’ (final): Carmel Convent School, Chandigarh, bt CRPF Public School, Rohini, New Delhi, by 2-1; runners-up: CRPF Public School, Rohini, New Delhi; Ryan International School, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, were placed at the third position and Mount Carmel School, Sector 47, Chandigarh, stood fourth; U-19 girls’ (final): Sacred Heart School, Chandigarh, bt DAV Model School, Sector 15, Chandigarh, by 2-1; runners-up: DAV Model School, Sector 15, Chandigarh; Bal Bharti Public School, Pitampura, New Delhi secured the third position and Bal Bharti Public School, Rohini, New Delhi were placed at the fourth place; U-19 boys’ (final): DAV Public School, Sector 15, Chandigarh, bt Modern School, Barakhmaba road, New Delhi, by 2-0; runners-up: Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi; Bal Bharti School, Pitampura, New Delhi, bagged the third position and Spring Dales School, New Delhi, clinched the fourth position; U-14 boys’ (final): Hansraj Model School, New Delhi, bt DAV Model School, Sector 15, Chandigarh, by 2-1; runners-up: DAV Model School, Sector 15, Chandigarh; St. Anne’s Convent School, Chandigarh, stood third and Delhi Public School, Chandigarh, were placed at the fourth position. |
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Molly Carver Meet
Chandigarh, September 28 Government Model-35 won the toss and opted to bat. They posted an impressive total of 248 for six in allotted 40 overs. They were three down for 75 before Avneet and Parvinder stitched a century partnership for the fourth wicket. They carried the score to 200 from 75 for three before this association was broken. Abhimanyu (27), Utkarsh (14) and Aris (18) also made useful contributions. Abhishek (2 for 44) and Shyam Kumar (2 for 30) were the main wicket takers for St Anne's. In reply, St Anne's were dismissed for 142 in 32 overs. Shivam Puri (39) and Jayson (16) realised 44 runs for the opening wicket stand. Anirush made 12, Chetan (3 for 45), Amrinder (3 for 11) and Aseem (2 for 31) restricted St Anne's innings. Brief scores: Government Model-35: 248 for 6 in 40 overs (Avneet 78, Parvinder 51, Abhimanyu 27, Utkarsh 14, Aris 18, Abhishek 2 for 44 and Shyam Kumar 2 for 30). St Anne's-32: 142 all out in 32 overs (Shyam 19, Abhinandan 25, Shivam Puri 39, Jayson 16, Anirudh 12, Chetan 3 for 45, Amrinder 3 for 11 and Aseem 2 for 31). In the second match, St Stephen's School, Sector 45, defeated Guru Nanak Public School, Sector 36, by 42 runs. It was St Stephen's third successive victory, who topped their Pool-A and qualified for the semifinal. Batting first, Stephen's School were all out at 173 in 37.4 overs. Udit Hari Mehta played a good knock of 58. Garvav (39), Talwinder (22) and Karan Aggarwal (20) were their principal scorers. Arpit Pannu got (5 for 41) and Amish Sidhu (2 for 38). While GNPS could muster 131 for 7 in allotted 40 overs. Charanjit Singh and Amit Sidhu remained not out on 38 and 10. Harshroop Singh (13), Yash Kapil (13) and Udit Hari Mehta (24) were their other main scores. Brief scores: St Stephen's School-45: 173 in 37.4 overs (Udit Hari Mehta 58, Gaurav 39, Talwinderjit 22, Karan Aggarwal 20, Arpit Pannu 5 for 42 and Amish Sidhu 2 for 38). GNPS-36: 131 for 7 in 40 overs (Harshroop Singh 13, Yash Kapil 13, Charanjit Singh 38 not out, Amish Sidhu 10 not out and Udit Hari Mehta 24). |
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MCM Cup
Chandigarh, September 28 After winning the toss, Stepping Stones skipper, Yogesh fought a lone battle against Saupin’s-32 bowlers. He was well supported by Karan, who scored 16, Prithvi took two wickets by giving away 33 runs. At the end of the inning, Stepping Stones-37 set a huge target of 150 in 20 overs for Saupin’s-32. Saupin’s-32 was never in control of match, when they started the run chase, top scorer Honey got three chances in his inning of 32 and Surya scored 12, Yogesh took three for 14 and Naman two for 15. Brief scores: Stepping Stones-37: 149 for 4 in allotted 20 overs (Yogesh 95 not out, Karan 16 and Prithvi 2 for 33); Saupin’s-32: 80 for 7 in 20 overs (Honey 32, Surya 12, Yogesh 3 for 14 and Naman 2 for 15). In another match of the day, a brilliant bowling displayed by Ashish (4 for 7) couldn’t help his team to reach the semifinals, when YPS MCA Cricket Academy beat AP Jay School, Kharar, by six runs in a close match played here. After winning the toss, YPS MCA Cricket Academy started their inning and were bowled out at 84 runs in allotted 20 overs with the help of some excellent bowling by Ashish (4 for 7) and Himanshu (3 for 11). Brief scores: YPS MCA Cricket Academy: 85 all out in allotted 20 overs (Anil 26, Yuvraj 13, Ashish 4 for 7 and Himanshu 3 for 11). AP Jay School, Kharar: 78 all out in 19.2 overs (Inderpreet 14, Manveer 10, Vasu 3 for 9, Anil
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120 top golfers for Chandigarh Junior Open
Chandigarh, September 28 Giving this information on the eve of the major junior event IGU secretary general Satish Aparajit said the rush for the event in all the categories was so much that they had to hold a pre-qualifying tournament for more than 80 golfers, out of whom only 22 could make it to the
main round. Competition will be held in four age categories for both boys and girls. These categories include A (15 to 17 years), B (13 to 15), C (11 to 13) and D (under 10). While the contest for boys in the A, B and C categories will be of four rounds, it will be a three-round contest for girls and D category boys. The only top junior golfer who would miss out on the tournament is Chikkarangappa. Otherwise it would be a complete junior field, added Aparajit. Sponsored by Usha, the cut in the A, B and C categories for boys will be applied after the second round. The A, B and C category boys will tee off tomorrow at 8 am with the girls and D category boys joining on
the second day. Aparajit was happy at the tremendous craze among the juniors to vie for the titles at stake. He said for the Delhi Open junior event the entry might cross 250. |
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