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Late satirist back as brand ambassador of traffic police
Chandigarh, September 17
After discontinuing with the name of the late Jaspal Bhatti, satirist, as the brand ambassador of the Chandigarh traffic police following his wife Savita Bhatti’s association with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the local police have once again named Bhatti as their brand ambassador.
On March 3, two days after Savita Bhatti was named the AAP candidate for the LS poll from the Chandigarh seat (later she withdrew from the race), Manish
Chaudhary, SSP (Traffic), UT, had passed an order to discontinue with the name of Jaspal Bhatti as the brand ambassador of the traffic police.
Jaspal Bhatti
Man robbed of Rs 2.5 lakh
Chandigarh, September 17
A Nayagaon resident was robbed of Rs 2.5 lakh near Khuda Alisher this afternoon while he was on his way home.
The complainant, Mandeep Singh, claimed that he had gone to the SBI branch at the PGI to deposit the money. He claimed that since the server of the bank was not working, he decided to return.
CGHS dispensary faces closure
Chandigarh September 17
The only dispensary catering to pensioners in the city and region (North of Delhi) under the Central Government Health Scheme
(CGHS) is on the verge of shutting down. In a setback to nearly 25,000 retired Central government employees and their families, the UT Administration has been repeatedly sending notices for shutting down of the dispensary in view of its proposal to convert the dispensary into a polyclinic.
The CGHS dispensary in Sector 45, Chandigarh. Tribune photo:Parvesh Chauhan
Brace for traffic snarls in city this festival season
Chandigarh, September 17
Be ready to face traffic snarls in markets during the festival season.Upset with the cold response given by the UT Education Department last year over the traffic police proposal to convert government school grounds as parking lots during evening hours, this year the UT traffic police have decided not to send any such proposal.
Kalka-Katra train likely from September 23
Chandigarh, September 17
The Kalka-Katra train that was announced in the Railways Budget is likely to ply from September 23. An inspection was done by the officials today at the Kalka station and a series of test runs already conducted.
Ajay’s only aim was to help us financially, says brother
Chandigarh, September 17
To make two ends meet, Ajay Kumar had left his native village in Bihar and come to the city to earn a living, least did his parents and his family know that he would never come back.
MC to come up with kennel at Sector 38
 Chandigarh, September 17
The municipal corporation (MC) is all set to come up with a kennel at Government Veterinary Hospital, Sector 38, with a capacity to accommodate 150 dogs. The kennel that will also have an operation theater will be utilised for keeping stray dogs after sterilisation till the time they recover.
The kennel will come up at Government Veterinary Hospital in Sector 38, Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Parvesh Chauhan
Swacch bharat
Mohali civic body to launch cleanliness drive on Sept 23
Mohali, September 17
On the Prime Minister’s call for “Swacch Bharat”, the Municipal Corporation (MC), Mohali, will hold a month-long cleanliness campaign from September 23.
Commissioner of the corporation Uma Shankar Gupta held a meeting with employees of the civic body to draw up a plan of action. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had appealed to the citizens of the country and officers to launch a special “Swacch Bharat” campaign to improve the state of sanitation in the country.
Thai Trade Show begins on a colourful note
 Chandigarh, September 17
The Thailand Trade Show-2014, being organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry
(CII) and the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Royal Thai Government, began on a colourful note attracting huge crowds here today.
Artistes from Thailand present a dance item during the inauguration of the five-day Thailand Trade Show-2014 at the Himachal Bhawan in Sector 28, Chandigarh, on Wednesday. Tribune photo: Manoj Mahajan
DSP Sohal transferred
Mohali, September 17
Mohali DSP, Special Branch, Rajinder Singh Sohal has been transferred to
Rajpura.
DSP Sohal, who was also a member of the SIT constituted to probe the cases against suspended Inspector General of Punjab Police Gautam
Cheema, is recipient of the President Police Medal for Gallantry, the President Police Medal for Meritorious Services, the Chief Minister Award and two DGP commendation discs.
DSP Rajinder Singh Sohal
Raging inferno:
Goods worth lakhs were destroyed as a major fire broke out at Mohan Fibre Products Ltd on the Dera Bassi-Mubarakpur road late on Wednesday evening. Fire tenders from neighbouring areas were pressed into service to control the blaze. No loss of life was reported. PHOTO: RUBAL |
Ramoowalia back on Mohali ward delimitation panel
Mohali, September 17
In a turn of events, the Shiromani Akali Dal-BJP government has again made Balwant Singh Ramoowalia as member of Mohali’s ward delimitation committee.
In the latest development, the Secretary to Government of Punjab, Department of Local Government, Ashok Kumar Gupta, issued a notification in which it was stated that the name of Ramoowalia, a former union Cabinet minister, was notified in place of Kulwant Singh.
MLA seeks Rs 100-crore grant for Nayagaon
Mohali, September 17
Kharar MLA Jagmohan Kang today demanded a grant of Rs 100 crore from Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal to streamline developmental works in Nayagaon here.
The Congress MLA, along with his supporters, met the CM at his residence in Sector 2, Chandigarh, and submitted a memorandum in this regard. “In the absence of any check, the area has seen haphazard growth.
Another rejig in UT Estate Office
Chandigarh, September 17
The UT Estate Officer today ordered yet another reshuffling of staff in his office.
At least six employees in the misuse and enforcement wings of the Estate Office, who were handling the public dealing posts for over three years, have been shifted.
Punjabi girls’ lifestyle leaves Pakistan patient, spouse impressed
 Mohali, September 15
Pakistan-based Sazida is attracted to the lifestyle of local women. The housewife of a business family of Aarifwala town of Punjab in Pakistan, Sazida was on her maiden visit to India for liver transplantation of her husband Sher Afzal at Fortis Hospital here.
Sazida with her husband Sher Afzal (third from left) at Fortis Hospital in
Mohali. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Students organise a candlelight vigil in solidarity with the Indian defence forces' rescue operations in the flood-hit Jammu and Kashmir, at DAV College, Sector 10, Chandigarh, on Wednesday. Tribune Photo: S Chandan |
BUSINESS NEWS
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Right to Service Act
Online review of services begins
Mohali, September 17
The online review of services under the Right to Service Act (RSA) has been started on a pilot basis in SAS Nagar district.
Sappers donate blankets to J&K flood victims
Chandigarh, September 17
Veterans from the Corps of Engineers residing in the tricity have collectively donated 500 blankets for persons affected by floods in Jammu and Kashmir.
The consignment was handed over to the Headquarters, Western Command, Chandimandir, today, for onward dispatch to Srinagar.
HUDA’s bank account sealed
Panchkula, September 17
A bank account of the Haryana Urban Development Authority (HUDA) containing Rs 7 crore was sealed today by a local court after the former failed to pay nearly Rs 7 crore to a few persons whose land it had acquired in Sector 21 here.
Thai flavour: Visitors have a look at items on display during the Thailand Trade Show—2014 at Himachal Bhawan in Sector 28, Chandigarh, on Wednesday. Tribune photo: Manoj Mahajan p5 |
Schools await workbooks
 Chandigarh, September 17
Tall claims made by the Education Department of providing primary section students with workbooks with an aim to ensure better results have fallen flat, as six months on, the students are yet to receive the books.
Although the first semester has come to an end, the Education Department is yet to supply the workbooks to government schools.
panjab university hostels
PUCSC says no to inaugural function
Chandigarh, September 17
In view of unprecedented floods and loss of life and property in Jammu and Kashmir there will be no celebrations at Panjab University hostels this year.
PU notes
Hospitality, tourism students attend workshop
 Chandigarh: The University Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism hosted IMPRESARIO-2014, aimed at creating entrepreneurial spirit among young graduates of hospitality and tourism industry. Former executive director, Punjab State Industries Development Corporation, SK Sharma discussed technical and commercial aspects of small-scale industrial units.
An expert apprises students of business opportunities during a workshop at the University Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism in Chandigarh. Tribune Photo: Manoj Mahajan
from schools
Nature walk
Chandigarh: The kindergarten block of St Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, Sector 44-D, was taken on a nature walk. Along with teachers, the students carried out an awareness rally in the neighborhood park, holding placards with messages such as “Do not cut the trees”, “Grow more trees” and “Each one—Plant one”. The teachers gave them a brief talk on different colors of the flowers, grass and leaves.
from colleges
Animal welfare campaign launched at MCM college
 Chandigarh: The People for Animals
(PFA), Chandigarh, launched a campaign for animal welfare at the MCM DAV College for Women. PFA founder Payal
Sodhi, a college alumna, and other representatives of the organisation set up an information desk to create awareness among students.
Students perform during the fresher's party at Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11, Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Manoj Mahajan
Dept fails to act on audit objection
Chandigarh, September 17
The UT Education Department has failed to act on an audit objection raised against the Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11, last year.
US varsity attracts Indian students
Chandigarh, September 17
The US-based Missouri State University (MSU) today announced the launch of its new programmes for Indian students. The university will offer courses under the umbrella of its three schools: College of Business, College of Natural and Applied Sciences and College of Arts and Letters.
Schools observe World Ozone Day
Chandigarh, September 17
Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector-38 (West), Dadu Majra Colony, celebrated International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer in association with the NGO Environment Society of India.
Teachers get tips on National Curriculum Framework
Chandigarh, September 17
The State Council of Educational Research Training (SCERT) today conducted a workshop on the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) at Saupin’s School, Sector 32.
University honoured
Chandigarh, September 17
The UT Social Welfare Department has presented an appreciation award to Desh Bhagat University in recognition of its "outstanding services" in the field of social work. While receiving the award, university chancellor Dr Zora Singh highlighted the role played by Hara Punjab Khara Samaj, a non-profit subsidiary of the Desh Bhagat Group of Institutes. — TNS
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Chandigarh, September 17
Chandigarh, September 17
Chandigarh, September 17
