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Admn continues to lose lakhs
Industrial property resumed more than 15 years ago has not been reallotted till date
Chandigarh, December 13
In a classic case of losing lakhs as rent money for reasons best known to the Chandigarh Administration, industrial property resumed more than 15 years ago has not been reallotted till date. Nothing has happened on ground besides exchange of official correspondence between the departments of Industries and the Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation.

World-class Stadium
PCA on hunt for 30-50 acres
Mohali, December 13
In the backdrop of the increasing demand of Mohali residents to save them from utter chaos in the event of a match at the PCA stadium and shifting it outside the populated area of the town, the PCA is looking for 30 to 50 acres for a world-class stadium in the town’s periphery.

Schools wake up to Facebook blues
Launch campaign against social networking websites
Chandigarh, December 13
Waking up to the rapid behavioural change in schoolchildren due to the increased access to social networking websites, especially in past one year, counsellors in city’s private schools have launched an “anti-facebook” campaign in their institutions.

2-yr-old killed in road mishap
Panchkula, December 13
A two-year-old child was killed, while two others were seriously injured when a truck hit their motorcycle near Mansa Devi Singh Dwar here today. According to the police, Raupesh Pawar, a constable with Engineering Regiment at Chandi Mandir, was returning back home with his wife Mayuri and son Ayush on the motorcyle after watching circus from Mani Majra when the truck while taking turn towards Mansa Devi Complex hit their motorcycle.

The crushed motorcycle near Mansa Devi Singh Dwar in Panchkula on Sunday. A Tribune photograph

COMMUNITY

When it comes to Army ranks, city draws a blank
Chandigarh, December 13
India’s most modern city may be full of serving and retired armed forces officers, but when it comes to the rank and file, it draws a blank. Not a single individual has been recruited into the ranks since 2006.

Mohali to have dental implant centre, says Badal
Mohali, December 13
A dental implant centre will be set up in public-private partnership (PPP) at the Phase 6 Civil Hospital here. A specialised cancer and trauma centre is already coming up at the hospital under the PPP mode.

Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal with Dr SPS Sodhi, organising chairman of the 16th national conference of the Indian Society of Oral Implantology, at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) in Mohali on Sunday. Tribune photo: Parvesh Chauhan

REPORTERS' DIARY
An excuse called swine flu
Even as the spurt in cases of swine flu in the country has created panic among the medical fraternity, it has become a boon for some kids. After the written instructions issued by the school managements to the parents that if their kids were having cough and cold, they should not send them to school as a precautionary measure.

Rickshaw-pullers try to keep themselves warm on a cold Sunday evening in Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari

Objections raised to Banur master plan
Mohali, December 13
In response to the objections raised by the department of country and town planning, Punjab, against the draft master plan of Banur, a number of residents have objected to change in land use as specified in 2007.

Dog bite cases on the rise
Zirakpur, December 13
A surging menace of stray dogs in and around Zirakpur has become a matter of concern. People have started avoiding walks in the area. Though a number of complaints poured in after the recent incident where a stray dog attacked 12 persons, no action was initiated by the MC officials to curtail the menace.

Plight of landless poor depicted
Chandigarh, December 13
Those, who might have perceived the Kolkata Rangkarmee group’s play “Sri Ganesh Mahima” staged today as a spiritual sermon, have really missed one of the majestic presentations of the Fifth TFT Winter Fest 2009, which concluded in a refreshing and rejuvenating spirit for theatre in the city.

Artistes stage the play ‘Sri Ganesh Mahima’ at the Tagore Theatre in Chandigarh on Sunday. Tribune photo: Vinay Malik


Bhajji turns crusader against drugs
Chandigarh, December 13
Indian off-spinner and youth icon Harbhajan Singh, who has been at the receiving end of right wing Hindu fundamentalists for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through his Ravana act along with actress Mona Singh, today donned a new avatar by turning a crusader against drug addiction.

Cricketer Harbhajan Singh launches Legal Aid Mobile Clinic at Sector 22 in Chandigarh on Sunday. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari

Poor cousin — I
Panchkula proves soft target for criminals
Panchkula, December 13
Call it paucity of manpower, funds shortage, ill-equipped force, porous border or lack of will of the police, the fact remains that residents of Panchkula have been exposed to frequent murders, kidnappings, dacoities, thefts and other petty crimes for long.

A boy follows the footsteps of his grandfather as they carry firewood to their home in Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Vinay Malik

Violating rules: A vehicle on the cycle track at Sectors 19 and 20 dividing road in Chandigarh on Sunday. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari

Mothers-to-be more prone to H1N1
Chandigarh, December 13
Pregnant women, especially those in the third trimester, are at an increased risk of serious complications than others affected from the H1N1 influenza virus, city-based doctors said. However, only one pregnant woman had contracted the H1N1 in the city so far and had recovered.

One more dies of swine flu
Chandigarh, December 13
Baburam (65), a resident of Dadu Majra, died of swine flu at GMCH-32 today. Meanwhile, 13 fresh cases, including three children and a doctor from GMCH-32, have tested positive for H1N1. The total number of affected persons has now reached 217.

Hallo Majra stinks, residents fume
Rue lack of proper sewerage system
Chandigarh, December 13
Residents of Hallo Majra are forced to live in unhygienic conditions due to indifferent attitude of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. Lack of proper sewerage system has led to accumulation of dirty water on the streets. This has further led to rise in water-borne diseases. Residents say lack of proper sewerage system and poor maintenance is the reason for the routine problem.

Open House: Preservation of Sukhna Lake
Contradictions call for a look by the Centre
Contradictory voices expressing concern over the shrunken Sukhna Lake and the administration bragging over a success story in ‘saving the lake’ calls for a look by the Centre. An independent team of forest and water experts needs to assess the ground realities and show the true picture for its upkeep.

MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, Gautam Gambhir, Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh leave the city after the T20 match. Tribune photos

Letters
Bad experience
On December 8, we went to the Tourist Information Centre of Chandigarh Tourism at the Inter-State Bus Terminus, Sector 17. Officials present in the office were neither cordial nor did they provide us with any relevant information.

EDUCATION

Students bring laurels to St Soldier
Mohali, December 13
Six students of St Soldier, Mohali, brought laurels to the institution, as they were felicitated by the director, Continental Group of Institutes, for their outstanding writing skills, which were exhibited by them during the on-the-spot essay writing competition held in October. About 80 students from Class XII participated in the competition and wrote on the topics- “Role of women in business management” and “Outsourcing and its effects.”

‘Be proud to be Indian’
Panchkula, December 13 Manav Mangal School auditorium, Panchkula, was abuzz with patriotic fervour, as Shalini Malviya, director of Idea Foundation, a social organisation devoted to the cause of spreading patriotism, addressed the students and told them to be proud of an Indian.

NEIGHBOURHOOD

Black marketing of gas cylinders
Villagers write to DC, SSP
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 13
Villagers residing in Khamano and adjoining villages facing gas shortage for the past long time have approached the Fatehgarh Sahib Deputy Commissioner and SSP in this regard.

120 delegates attend orthopaedic conference
Patiala, December 13
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Vice-Chancellor, Dr SS Gill, here today inaugurated the annual conference of the Punjab Orthopaedic Association. About 120 delegates attended the conference, which was organised by Prof AS Sidhu, chairman organising committee, and Dr HS Mann, organising secretary.

Urban Area Act
Violation causes revenue loss of lakhs
Kalka, December 13
Violation of the Urban Area Act since more than two years in Kalka tehsil has caused a revenue loss of lakhs of rupees to the state government.

DC reviews progress of NREGA scheme
Patiala, December 13
Complying with the instructions issued by Divisional Commissioner Jasbir Singh Bir, Patiala range, for proper implementation of various Central government sponsored schemes, Patiala Deputy Commissioner Dipinder Singh yesterday reviewed the progress of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) scheme in Patiala district. Annoyed with the casual attitude of some employees, the DC directed the block development and panchayat officer (BDPO), Samana, to initiate an action against the Samana panchayat secretary for not discharging his duties diligently.

Human rights violations discussed
Kharar, December 13
The Doaba College of Education hosted a day of events to commemorate the International Human Rights Day yesterday. The day included discussions and lectures intended to raise awareness about global human rights violations.

1,000 take mock AIEEE
Ropar, December 13
Over 1,000 students appeared for the AIEEE 2009 mock test at Rayat-Bahra campus in Rail Majra. Those scoring meritorious positions at the mock test were honoured with prizes. Vice-chairman Rayat-Bahra Group, Gurvinder Singh Bahra, said the mock test gave aspirants an opportunity for self evaluation and introspection.

Punjabi Mahasabha to enroll 5 lakh members
Ambala, December 13
Punjabi Mahasabha president Ashok Mehta, Haryana, said five lakh members would be enrolled in the state and units of the mahasabha would be formed up to block level.

Help for part-time job seekers
Patiala, December 13
Gurgaon-based ORM consultants have started a unique concept for students interested in working while studying abroad. It helps students get part-time jobs in countries like the UK and Australia. Once a student gets visa, it offers jobs to them.

10-kg poppy husk, arms recovered
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 13
The Fatehgarh Sahib police recovered 10 kg of poppy husk and arms in two different cases today. The anti-narcotics cell of the Fatehgarh Sahib police arrested a man and confiscated 10 kg of poppy husk from him.

13 selected in placement drive
Patiala, December 13
A campus placement drive was organised recently at Berkley College, Patiala, by AEVUS Technologies, Bangalore, in which about 265 students from various colleges of Punjab and Haryana participated.

Two get seven-year imprisonment
Ropar, December 13
The court of additional district sessions judge Mandeep Pannu awarded seven-year rigorous imprisonment to a woman and her son for drawing her daughter-in-law to commit suicide. The court has also imposed a fine of Rs 2,000 each on the accused.

Man hit by train, dies
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 13
An unidentified man got crushed under a speeding train near the Harbanspura village railway crossings.

Water supply dept holds meeting
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 13
The district water supply and sanitation department held a meeting under the chairmanship of Ranjinder Kaur, chairman, Zila Parishad.

Hockey
Fatehgarh Sahib lads record win
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 13
Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College organised a two-day hockey tournament.

COURTS

Forum seeks rights panel
Chandigarh, December 13
The Citizen Forum on Human Rights has demanded setting up of human rights commissions in Chandigarh and Haryana.

CRIME

Whiskey proves hard nut to crack
Chandigarh, December 13
Getting emotional to dodge the volley of queries by the investigators, Davinder Singh, alias Whiskey, is proving to be hard nut to crack.

SPORTS

Yes Bank XI emerge victorious
Panchkula, December 13
In the second semifinal match, a splendid knock of 85 by Gurharminder went in vain, as Yes Bank XI overpowered Adwintage Communication XI during the seventh Girish Nayyar Memorial League Cricket Tournament being organised by the Chandigarh Sports Club at the Tau Devi Lal Cricket Stadium, Sector 3, here today.

Nalini takes lead in Women's Pro Golf
Panchkula, December 13
Nalini Singh Siwach, 2008-09 order of merit leader, lived up to her seadings firing a blemish-free one-under 35 front nine and a card of one over 73 to take a two-stroke lead over hot favourite Sharmila Nicollet of Bangalore on the pen-ultimate day of the Women's Professional Golf Tour fourth leg on the Panchkula Golf Club greens here today.

Winter Cup
Modern Agencies beat Universal
Chandigarh, December 13
Fabulous batting by Deepinder (48) and economical bowling by Dinesh Rana (3 for 10) helped Modern Agencies defeat Universal by 79 runs in the first Winter Cup Institutional Cricket Tournament being organised by KK Cricket Academy here today.

Teams announced
Chandigarh, December 13
The Punjab sports department today announced its badminton and hockey teams. The teams will represent Punjab in the National Women’s Sports Festival (Group III) to be held in Chennai from December 16 to 19. Spokesperson for the department said players from Punjab would also participate in athletics and lawn tennis.

Boxing meet from today
Chandigarh, December 13
The Chandigarh Amateur Boxing Association and PML SD Public School, Sector 32, are jointly organising the 17th North Zone Senior Men and fiurth Senior Women Boxing Championship from tomorrow 14 to 16 at the SD School Boxing Stadium under the authority of Indian Boxing Federation, New Delhi.

Tennis
Santbir, Karandeep make it to main draw
Chandigarh, December 13
Santbir Singh, Karandeep Singh, Paramveer Singh and Sumit Pal Singh, trainees of the Chandigarh Lawn Tennis Association (CLTA), have confirmed their participation in the main draw of U-14 boys event.