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Purchase of sweets, clothes on rise
Patiala, January 19 Markets are abuzz with activity and people can be seen making purchases for the festival. As yellow colour is associated with Goddess Saraswati as well as the mustard crop, special attention is paid to this colour and thus, the sale for yellow clothes and designer ‘puja thalis’ have gone up. Also the demand for yellow sweets have increased manifold. Though it is not a national holiday, the schools will be closed in lieu of the festival. This year too all schools and colleges have made special arrangements to celebrate this day which is also considered as the birthday of Goddess Saraswati. Various city schools have been making arrangements for the day since many days and organised a series of cultural events on the eve of the occasion to pay homage to the Goddess of arts. Also, parents accompanied the children to school in merry-making. Sudden rush can be seen on the shops that sell kites. Kite flying, a popular sport in India, is associated with Basant Panchami. Though the craze of this sport has decreased over the years, the arrival of Basant has speeded up its sale. Many clubs and local organisations have arranged small contests of kite flying where the people would come together and celebrate. |
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Accident snarls traffic on Patiala road
Rajpura, January 19 Police officials said the car’s driver, who was the lone occupant, suffered minor injuries in the accident and passengers of both buses were safe. They said the driver of a bus on its way from Kasauli to Barnala applied its brakes all of a sudden when he saw an animal standing on the road. A Hyundai Verna car going from Chandigarh to Patiala was behind the bus and rammed into it. Another bus coming behind the Verna, which was on its way from Chandigarh to Abohar, also rammed into the car and badly damaged it. The driver, Lakhvir Singh, was rushed to a nearby hospital with
minor injuries. Traffic officials had a tough time reaching the scene and it took over two hours to remove the car and the two buses involved in the accident. The police said a case would be registered at the Rajpura police station after recording the statements of the injured car driver as well eyewitnesses. Commuters were sore at being forced to take longer routes through villages to reach their destinations. Several accidents have been reported near Jansua village in the past as well, with traffic coming to a standstill for hours at a stretch after such incidents. |
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Basant in the air
Patiala, January 19 Students presented a colourful cultural bonanza. To invoke the blessings of God Havan yajna was performed in the morning. Shabad gayan on Basant raag commenced the programme. To observe the blessing of Goddess Saraswati students presented Saraswati gayan. Later, song “Rang De Basanti” and a folk dance was also presented by students spreading the fragrance of Punjabi culture. Various classrooms activities were also organised. Pre-primary sections observed the festival as
“Yellow Day”. Tiny-tots and their teachers dressed up in diverse shades of yellow magnified the splendour of nature. Tiny-tots also relished yellow food. Students of Class VI decorated the kites, whereas students of Class VII made decorated ribbons. Principal SR Prabhakar congratulated the
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Seminar on drug de-addiction
Patiala, January 19 A lecture on drugs de-addiction was delivered by Parminder Kaur, in-charge de-addiction
centre, Saket Hospital, Patiala. Dr Shiv Kumar delivered lecture on stress management and first aid without a first aid box. Health tips to the cops were given by
SMO, First IRB Excise Battalion, Dr Satinder Singh. He also told the cops about an easy way to fight with common prevalent diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity and also enlightened the gathering about the misconceptions of swine flu and ways to combat its spread. First IRB Excise Battalion Commandant Mandeep Singh Sidhu said around hundred Excise Battalion personnel attended the
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Residents flay cops for failing to check thefts
Patiala, January 19 President of the Area Residents’ Welfare Association KS Bhattiwal said residents were feeling insecure because of the rising number of theft and snatching incidents in the locality. Pointing out some specific incidents, he said on January 15, unidentified persons took away valuables from the house of Dr Anup Kumar Modi. “Prior to this, thieves decamped with cash and valuables from Radhey Sham Mandir and Tung Nath Mandir. Besides, incidents of chain and purse snatching are common in the area,” he stated in a release issued here today. The residents have demanded that immediate instructions should be passed for strict vigil by cops in the locality. “It is the duty of the police administration to ensure the safety of the life and property of the residents,” asserted
Bhattiwal.
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Poster-making competition
Patiala, January 19 College principal Dr Sukhwinder Kaur inaugurated the exhibition. Dr Surinder Virdi, Dr Manwata Ghuman and Dr Babinder Kaur adjudged the competition. As many as 71 students participated in the competition. The principal lauded the efforts of students and congratulated them for their interest in the current affairs that were of primary concern to human beings. She stressed on contributing for the betterment of economy and also to help the government in keeping the environment clean.
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32-year old electrocuted
Lalru, January 19 The investigating officer stated that the incident took place when Ashok Kumar had gone for some work at the terrace of his house where he came in contact with high tension wires. He felt electric shock and died on the spot, the police added. The officer said the body of the deceased had been handed over to his family members after conducting the postmortem at the Civil Hospital, Ambala
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Migrant found murdered
Fatehgarh Sahib, January 19 Though initially it was suspected that he died of some ailment, later the senior police officials found some injury marks on his neck. His body was sent for the postmortem at the Civil Hospital and a case in this connection had been registered.
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Exploit tourism potential of HP, says Selja
Baddi, January 19 Inaugurating the Orange Resort here, the Union minister said it would
provide a boost to the economy. She such resorts would go a long way in providing entertainment facilities to tourists and the corporate sector, besides creating job opportunities to the youth. |
Man gets life term for killing wife
Panchkula, January 19 The convict, Arjun, was also awarded a fine of Rs 5,000 failing which he would have to serve five more years in jail. According to prosecution, Arjun set his wife Gita on fire on the intervening night of April 24 and 25 last year. Arjun also suffered burn injuries in the incident and both of them were rushed to the General Hospital, Sector 6, Panchkula, from where doctors referred Geeta to the PGI, Chandigarh. Geeta, however, succumbed to her burn injuries on April 27. After the incident Arjun told the police that Geeta put herself on fire after a quarrel between the couple and he also got injured while saving his wife. The statement of Geeta at the PGI before a magistrate, however, revealed the truth and Arjun was arrested. The police claimed that Arjun, who was a drunkard, demanded the money from his wife to purchase liquor and on her refusal he thrashed her mercilessly before throwing kerosene oil on her and setting her ablaze. In the attempt to kill Geeta he also suffered burn injuries, said the police.
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Two get five years for assault, robbery
Chandigarh, January 19 Holding them guilty under Sections 394, 397 and 411, read with Section 34, IPC, the court of additional district and sessions judge Ravi Kumar Sondhi also fined the two accused Rs 5,000 each. The prosecution, in its plea, stated that the accused were not entitled to any leniency keeping in view the manner in which the crime had been committed. They had not only robbed the complainant, but also assaulted him. In its orders, the court stated that the accused had threatened to kill the complainant and told him not to report the matter to the police. This showed that they were habitual offenders and one of them had been facing trial for a similar case of robbery.
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Three convicted under NDPS Act
Chandigarh, January 19 While pronouncing the orders, the court sentenced 12 years’ rigorous imprisonment to Mamchand while two co-accused, Inderjit and Ozirazaq, a Nigerian, were awarded 10 years’ rigorous imprisonment each. Manchand was slapped a fine of Rs 1.5 lakh while the other two were told to pay a fine of Rs 1 lakh each. The Narcotics Control Bureau had arrested four persons in February 2008. The fourth accused, Tara Chand, had died during pendency of the case.
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Babla’s plea dismissed
Chandigarh, January 19 Dismissing the application, the court of chief judicial magistrate J Sidhu stated that the investigating agency had not detained the accused as per provisions of Section 57 of the CrPC. The court stated that as the accused had not been taken in custody and was not required at this stage for the purpose, he could not be sent to judicial custody.
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Vehicle thief held
Chandigarh, January 19 Raman Kumar of Sector 27 went to visit his friend at the Modern Housing Complex, Mani Majra, in a Scorpio. As soon as he entered the house of his friend, he heard the sound of the engine of his vehicle start. He rushed back, only to see someone taking away his SUV. The vehicle was still in sight and he immediately alerted the police control room. The vehicle was intercepted by the police near the Fun Republic at Mani Majra. The police arrested the accused, identified as Sandip Kumar.
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Man beaten up
Chandigarh, January 19 The accused ran away after injuring him. He was admitted to the Government Multi-Specialty Hospital. A case was registered at the Sector 26 police station.
Stolen
Varinder Singh of Sector 23-B reported that someone stole his Bajaj Pulsar motorcycle (CH03N-9768) from in front of his residence on December 31. Sant Ram of Sector 56 reported that someone stole an LPG cylinder from his residence last night. Two separate cases of theft were registered.
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Inter-Media Cricket Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, January 19 The match was hit by heavy fog and, with a delayed start, was cut down to 15 overs-a-side from the stipulated 20 overs. Aaj Samaj won the toss and elected to bowl. They ran into rough weather soon, as The Tribune openers were in ominous mood. Both Awasthi (39 off 28 balls) and Parmar went on a rampage, scoring boundaries at will. Their brisk stand produced 70 runs before Awasthi was undone by a delivery that kept low. But Vikrant carried on and scored a power-packed 53 off 38 balls, with a couple of lusty sixes. The Tribune team finally managed a healthy 133 for four. In reply, despite starting off well, Aaj Samaj lost wickets at regular intervals and were finally bowled out for 95 in 13.3 overs. They will now take on Hindustan Times in the second round tomorrow. In the second match of the day, Indian Express beat Financial World in a lop-sided encounter. After winning the toss, Indian Express elected to bat first and scored a handsome 165 runs for the loss of four wickets in their stipulated 20 overs. Kamleshar top-scored with 47 off 33 balls, while Jaipal contributed 32 off 16. Chander Shekhar chipped in with 25 runs off 30, while Varinder contributed 18 off 12. For Financial World, Krishan claimed one wicket for 37 runs and Bhopal one for 22. In reply, Financial World were bundled out for 96 runs in 16.3 overs. Naresh with 33 off 33 and Sanjeev with 22 off 27 were the key scorers. For Indian Express, Laxman took three wickets for 21 runs, Jaipal two for six and Raghav two for 15. Brief scores: First match: The Tribune: 133 for four in 15 overs [Vikrant Parmar 53 off 38 balls (8x4, 6x1), Rohit Awasthi 39 off 28 (7x4), Surinder 10 n.o. and Vijay 14; Parminder two for 18 runs, Naveen one for 31 runs]. Aaj Samaj: 95 all out in 13.3 overs (Satish 20 off 19, Aman 16 off 11, Naveen 14 off 7; Anjiv three for 23, Vijay three for 10, Gagan two for four). Second match: Indian Express: 165 for four in 20 overs [Kamleshar 47 off 33 (5x4, 6x1), Jaipal 32 off 16 (7x4), Chander Shekhar 25 off 30 and Varinder 18 off 12; Krishan one for 37, Bhopal one for 22 runs]. Financial World: 96 all out in 16.3 overs (Sanjeev 22 off 27, Naresh 33 off 33, Ishan 11; Laxman three for 21, Jaipal two for six, Raghav two for 15).
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Saupin’s lads corner glory
Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, January 19 The all-important goal was scored by Lakshay Dhora with a sizzling shot midway through the first half. The semifinals were decided on penalties after the teams played goal-less draw. SD School-24, fielding their team for the first time in the tournament, displayed good talent as they overcame a stiff resistance from Mount Carmel Club of Sector 47 3-2 in the first semifinal. Saurav Chabra, Abhishek and Deepak converted their penalties for the winners. Nikhil and Anuj reduced the margin for Mount Carmel Club. In the second semifinal at the adjacent ground, Saupin’s School got the better of St Soldier International School, Sector 28, 2-1 on penalties after playing a goal-less draw in the stipulated session. Saupin’s converted their spot kicks through Manav and Himanshu. Rohit scored for St Soldier International. The tournament witnessed the exit of holders St Stephen’s School-45 early in the knockout stage. Last edition’s runners-up St Soldier International were ousted in the semifinal. However, St Soldier International had consolation as their two players Gaurav Ahlawat and Vishwajit were adjudged best goalkeeper and highest goal-scorer, respectively. Gagandeep Singh of St Xavier’s-44 was declared the most valuable player of the tournament. Head scout former Iranian forward Jamshed Nissari recommended Ameen (St John’s-26), Harshit Singh (St John’s-26) and Amit Kumar (DAV Senior Secondary School-8) for the national coaching camp at Shillong from May 1. Dashmesh Singh and Arijit Shukla (both of St Kabir-26) won the skill contest and were invited to attend the national camp at Shillong. Rijul Jain (Vivek High School, Sector 38) was among the three winners in skill contests. Former Indian captain Tejinder Kumar was the chief guest and distributed prizes. Two-time captain of Indian junior girls’ soccer team Tanvi Bhargawa was also honoured. Besides Jamshed Nissari, Chandigarh Football Association secretary Rakesh Bakshi and CFA vice-president SK Sharma also distributed prizes among the players. Teams: Saupin’s School-32: Lakshya, Deepankar, Panav, Himanshu, Prabhsharan, Shivam, Manik, Harshdeep, Gursharan and Amitoj. Coach: Poonam. SD Senior Secondary School-24: Amit, Deepak, Ajay, Sukhram, Sabjay, Nitin, Deepak, Saurabh, Amit and Amit Yadav. Coach: R Bhatt.
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St John’s, Vivek stay afloat
Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, January 19 In the first knockout match on the second day of the tournament between Saupin’s School and St John’s High School, the latter displayed some good performance to defeat their opponents by 15 runs. After winning the toss, Saupin’s School elected to field first and St John’s team made 87 runs in 15 overs, losing six wickets. In reply, Saupin’s were bowled out for 72 runs in 14.5 overs. Jasinder (19) was the only batsman to withstand some accurate and tight bowling by the opponent’s bowlers. Angad of St John’s was declared the man of the match for scoring 40 runs, studded with four fours. Tejas Kang chipped in with 15 runs. In the second knockout match, Vivek High thrashed Moti Ram Ayra School by 94 runs. Moti Ram Ayra School won the toss and elected to field first. Vivek High amassed 200 runs losing just two wickets in the stipulated 15 overs. Karan Khosla hammered 58 off just 27 balls with the help of 10 fours and two sixes. In reply, Moti Ram Arya could only muster 106 runs before being bowled out in 15 overs. Aditya was the top-scorer with 26, while Akhil chipped in with 18 runs. Suryansh was declared the man of the match and remained unbeaten at 54 off 25 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes, and took one wicket. Brief scores: first match: St John’s High School, Sector 26, Chandigarh: 87 for six in 15 overs (Angad 40 and Tejas Kang 15). Saupin’s School, Sector 32, Chandigarh: 72 all out in 14.5 overs (Jasinder 19). Second match: Vivek High School, Sector 38, Chandigarh: 200 for two in 15 overs (Karan Khosla 58 and Suryansh 54 with one wicket. Moti Ram Arya School: 106 runs all out in 15 overs (Aditya 26 and Akhil 18).
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HR Royals Kings stamp authority
Chandigarh, January 19 After winning the toss, Sunfire Rockets elected to bat first and were bowled out for 129 runs in 19.5 overs. Harinder scored a quick-fire 38 runs off 28 balls, which include seven fours and one six, while Shubham Sood scored 37 runs, studded with four boundaries. For HR Royals Kings (LIC), Harman impressed with his bowling figures of three for 13 whereas Aman took two wickets giving away 30 runs. In reply, HR Royals achieved the target of 130 runs in 18.4 overs, losing only four wickets. Man of the match Pranjay’s unbeaten 50 off 54 balls included five fours. After the dismissal of Gurmant (29 off 22 balls, comprising four fours), Sanchit along with Pranjay scored the remaining runs to achieve victory for their team. For Sunfire Rockets, Shubham Sood and Shivam took two wickets each, giving away 24 and 22 runs, respectively. Brief scores: Sunfire Rockets: 129 for all out in 19.5 overs [Harinder 38 (4x7, 6x1, 28 balls), Shubham Sood 37 (4x4, 37 balls); Harman 3 for 13, Aman 2 for 30]. HR Royals Kings (LIC): 130 for four in 18.4 overs (Pranjay 50 n.o. (4x5, 54 balls), Sanchit 29 n.o. (4x4, 23 balls), Gurmant 29 (4x4, 22 balls), Shubham Sood 2 for 24, Shivam 2 for 22]. Tomorrow’s fixtures: first match: Punjabi Tigers versus Rihalz Warriors at 9.30 am. Second match: Modgill Challengers versus Sunfire Rockets at 12.30 pm.
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Kenyan, Ethiopian runners for Chandigarh Marathon
Chandigarh, January 19 Athletes from the two African nations have been timing two hours and 15 minutes for a full marathon. Stating this in a press release here today, Rahul Verghese, CEO of Running And Living Infotainment, event manager for the marathon, said Dr Roy, who just completed his 100th marathon in Mumbai, had also confirmed his participation for the mega event. At 77, Dr Roy was targeting to complete the marathon in a little over six hours to set an example for others. The veteran athlete has run 13 marathons in the past 12 months, he added. Also, Sonu Yadav, six years of age and a middle distance runner, has registered for the 5-km run. He ran 5 km in an incredible 23 minutes and came fourth in the last Running And Living Marathon in the 5-km category. Verghese said the route map for the 5-km run and full marathon have been finalised. The 5-km run will commence from the Rock Garden parking, take left down the Uttar Marg to Sukhna Lake turn and go right to Hira Singh circle to go past Punjab Raj Bhawan and take a U-turn at Golf Club workshop gate. The path is retraced and culminates at Rock Garden. |
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Karate tourney on January 24
Chandigarh, January 19 RP Singh, president and chief technical director of the association, said competitions would be held in ju-kumite, kata and various demonstration events. He said participants from Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh and other adjoining states are expected to take part in the competitions. He said those interested to take part in the competition should deposit entry fee with him by January 23. For queries, Singh could be contacted at 9888713116. |
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GHG Khalsa bag title
Chandigarh, January 19 In the final match held on the Panjab University campus here today, GHG Khalsa College of Education, Gurusar Sadhar, thrashed Babe Ke College of Education, Daudhar, Moga, 3-0. Babe Ke College of Education finished runners-up in the championship. |
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Senior athletics meet from Jan 23
Chandigarh, January 19 In a press release issued here today, a spokesperson for the AAAC said the events would be held at the Athletics Complex in Sector 7 and only bona fide athletes (residents/employees/students) of Chandigarh could participate in the championship. He said entries could be given to SK Joshi, UT athletics coach, at the the Athletics Complex in Sector 7. However, entries will also be accepted on January 23 by 9.30 am at the venue, he added. |
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