Administrator Flags off 31 HVAC Long Route Buses

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Chandigarh 26^th July:- The Governor of Punjab & Administrator,V.P.Singh Badnore in the presence of Adviser to Administrator Manoj Parida, flagged off 31 HVAC long route buses at ISBT, Sector 17, Chandigarh . These 31 HVAC buses will ply on long routes to Shimla, Manali, Dehradoon, Amritsar, Hissar, Haridwar, Delhi, Hansi, Harmirpur, Jawala Ji, Baijnath.

These buses are having latest technology electronically controlled Diesel Engines. All buses are equipped with cameras, LED Destination boards, and GPS Devices for tracking of buses in real time. Each row of seat is equipped with reading lights, mobile charging points, A.C. Louvers etc. The total cost of each HVAC bus is Rs.50.00 Lac and total of 40 HVAC buses is Rs.20.00 crores and the fare of HVAC bus is approximately 44% lesser than Super Luxury bus.

For the first time, the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) has introduced the panic button in these 31 HVAC long route buses to ensure the security of women passengers. Once a passenger presses the alert button, the Transport Department and the Police Control Room will be alerted and a message will be sent to control room, mentioning the bus registration number and its location.  

Chandigarh Transport Undertaking is operating 128 Inter-State buses on 51 routes in adjoining States of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, Uttar Pradesh and National Capitol Delhi. The department aims to replace old fleet of ordinary buses with 120 HVAC buses in three lots. The First lot of 40 HVAC buses has been ordered wherein  37 HVAC buses are already operating on routes. In the 2nd lot of 40 HVAC buses, 31 buses have been flagged off.

Significant changes to US EB5 Program Approaching

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Chandigarh 26^th July:- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is making a number of significant changes to its EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, marking the first significant revision of the program’s regulations since its establishment in the year 1993.

New developments under the final rule, which will become effective on Nov. 21, 2019, include a significant increase in the minimum required investment amount to a whopping US$900,000 from US$500,000 for TEA investments and $1 million to $1.8 million for non-TEA investments, revising the standards for certain targeted employment area (TEA) designations, giving the agency responsibility for directly managing TEA designations, clarifying USCIS procedures for the removal of conditions on permanent residence, and allowing EB-5 petitioners to retain their priority date under certain circumstances.

The EB-5 visa program - one of the fast-track options to get U.S. Green Card and permanent residency through investment enables foreigners who make a significant investment in an approved real-estate project to obtain a green card and become lawful permanent residents, which allow them the right to permanently live and work in the United States with their spouse and dependents (under the age of 21).

Under current rules, foreign investors are typically required to make either a US$500,000 or $1 million capital investment amount into a U.S. commercial enterprise and must create at least 10 full-time U.S. jobs for two years.

All the applicants who are considering investing under current EB-5 regulations need to lodge their application at least 2 months prior to the implementation of new rule, i.e.  Nov. 21, 2019, which means they have only 45-60 DAYS to invest and file their case with minimum investment of $ 500,000.

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Origin Art Fair-19: An Art Exhibition Showcasing Works of 12 Artists Starts

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Mohali 26^th July:- Painters den Artworks, in collaboration with BHS Group has put up an exhibition- Origin Art Fair 2019, showcasing nearly 100 works of 12 artists from India and abroad at Bestech Square Mall here. The exhibition will remain open for art enthusiasts till July 29(Monday). The inaugural event witnessed the presence of a former Mrs. India 2018 and an artist-Sanjana Sharma. Sanjana is also the Founder of Painters den Art Works. Bhupinder Singh Nanda, an eminent artist & a Guru Dronacharya award winner, Gurdeep Dhiman, an international photographer and Gurdeep Sharma, an international painting artist also participated in the event held, to officially inaugurate Origin Art Fair 2019. Vikram Bawa, State Spokesperson, BJYM Chandigarh, was a special guest.

Sanjana Sharma, Founder, Paintersden Art Works, said that international and well known artists from India are displaying myriad art forms like paintings and digital art at Origin Art Fair 2019. Apart from the showcase of art works the fair will also present a platform for workshops and a painting competition. A lecture will be given by artist Gurdeep Sharma on 27th and on 28th July a demonstration is slated by artist Ashish Deshmukh.

It is noteworthy that, Sanjana, who is a winner of many beauty pageants, left a promising career in banking to follow her passion – promotion of art. Sanjana is herself a gold medalist in the field of art.

Gurpreet Singh, Founder, BHS Group, said that the objective of ‘Origin Art Fair 2019’ is to encourage and inspire budding as well as established artists from across the region and the country. The artists have put in their souls into creating art works and the exhibition is an ideal place for art lovers to converge to appreciate the art and also pick up beautiful pieces of different genres.

Meanwhile, the paintings put up by artists are attracting a lot of attention. The paintings have been made using different media like oil, pastels, acrylic, mix media. Various forms of paintings like realistic, abstract and modern art have been presented. 

Dubai’s Anjani Prakash Laitu has put up his collection of paintings. Prakash Prajapati from Jaipur is showcasing his paintings. The other artists who are displaying their works include Sanjana Sharma -the Founder  of Paintersden Art Works, Yuvraj Bajaj, Vinita Chaudhary from Faridabad, Gurdip Sharma, Yatin Marwah from Delhi, Reena Shirodkar from Goa, Aarti Mehta from Delhi, Sunita Handoo from Panchkula, Simple Chhabra from Amritsar, and Abhishek Shrivastava from UP.  

Sanjana Sharma said that we are also organizing a painting completion on Sunday July 28 from 11 am till 1 pm which is open to all. We would like to have maximum participation in this.

Mahindra Bolero Gets Future Ready with Safety & Emission Upgrades

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Mumbai 26^th July:- Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., a part of the USD 20.7 billion Mahindra Group, today announced that its tough and rugged Bolero Power+ model just received a BS-VI readiness certification from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT).

The Bolero BS-VI will be launched in early 2020, as per the implementation time frame for the new emission norms. Mahindra is also gearing up, along with its suppliers, to implement BS-VI technology across its entire range within the stipulated time frame.

Rajan Wadhera, President, Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.said that as the first milestone in our BS-VI readiness journey, we are delighted to get the BS-VI certification for the Bolero Power+. The Bolero is one of our highest selling SUVs and has been the first UV (Utility Vehicle) to be certified as BS-VI ready by the ICAT.

In addition, Mahindra has announced safety upgrades for its flagship product the Bolero which now gets an Airbag and other safety kit including an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to comply with the new 2019 safety norms.

The Bolero Power+, Bolero PLUS (9-seater), as well as the Bolero Ambulance will receive the necessary upgrades. Mahindra’s customer centric approach ensures that its products are updated from time to time. The new safety features that have been added to the Bolero include.

The standard safety features in the Bolero include, an Anti-lock Braking System, solid SUV build, high ground clearance, high angle of approach and departure, front disc brakes, anti-glare IRVM, digital immobilizer, and a seat belt reminder.

Sony SAB’s Tenali Rama: Why Did Krishnadevaraya Imprison Rama

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Chandigarh 26^th July:- Sony SAB’s historical entertainer Tenali Rama never fails to woo the audiences with its gripping story, fun-filled humor and interesting characters. In the upcoming episodes, the witty duo, Rama and Mulla Nasiruddin are plotting different ways to find solutions to the strange demands made by Krishnadevaraya (Manav Gohil) and his royal guest, Shehzada of Tehran. The episodes further bring various twists and turns and the most shocking turn of events in the show for the viewers.

Mulla Nasiruddin is baffled by the strange demand made by Krishnadevaraya, of creating a ladder that reaches the moon. Mulla Nasiruddin seeks Rama (Krishna Bharadwaj) for an idea to solve the riddle and decides to create an unusual story around it to impress the King. On the other hand, Rama and Mulla Nasiruddin as a joke plan to test Shehzada and Krishnadevaraya for a change and give them a challenge where they ask them to sell an ordinary pot at an exorbitant price. Rama is shocked when, the King and Shehzada figure out a way to sell the pot by offering both, Rama and Mulla Nasiruddin for free along with the pot. Fearful of being sold to someone, Rama apologizes and reveals that it was merely a joke.

However, in a shocking turn of events, Krishnadevaraya gets furious after learning about the prank and sentences both Rama and Mulla Nasiruddin to prison for crossing the line and disrespecting their King and his respected guest. The entire Darbaar is stunned.

Krishna Bharadwaj, essaying the role of Tenali Rama said that intense circumstances await for Rama and it will be as exciting for our viewers to watch as it was for us while shooting for these episodes. So stay tuned for the upcoming episodes and gear up for the events that will unfold.

Manav Gohil, essaying the role of Krishnadevaraya said that unusual and unique situations will be presented in the upcoming episodes. We thoroughly enjoyed shooting for them. The story gearing towards a shocking twist and our viewers will completely enjoy it. He also wants to take this moment to thank our viewers for immense love and support they are giving us.

श्रीलंका के पूर्व राष्ट्रपति महिंदा राजपक्षे ने स्वीकारा रामायण कांक्लेव का आमंत्रण

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Chandigarh 26^th July:- आगामी जनवरी माह में हिंदुस्तान में आयोजित होने जा रहे अंतरराष्ट्रीय रामायण कांक्लेव का आमंत्रण गत 21 जुलाई को श्रीलंका में आयोजित समारोह में श्रीलंका के पूर्व राष्ट्रपति महिंदा राजपक्षे ने स्वीकार किया ।

कांक्लेव के मुख्य प्रवक्ता महेंद्र चौधरी ने बताया की उपरोक्त समारोह में तकरीबन 10 से 12 देशों के वर्तमान व पूर्व राष्ट्राध्यक्ष सहित कई विद्वान व राष्ट्रीय एवं अंतरराष्ट्रीय कलाकार हिस्सा लेंगे । इसी क्रम में श्रीलंका के पूर्व राष्ट्रपति महिंदा राजपक्षे ने कार्यक्रम हेतु अपनी सहमति प्रदान की । उपरोक्त कार्यक्रम के अंतर्गत नेपाल, भूटान, सिंगापुर, मलेशिया, थाईलैंड, मारीशस, फिजी, दुबई इत्यादि देशों के शीर्ष लोगों को आमंत्रित करने का क्रम शुरू हो गया है ।

कांक्लेव के निर्देशक दुष्यंत सिंह के अनुसार समूची रामचरितमानस को एक विशेष तरह के संगीत में संगीतबद्ध कर उसका अंतरराष्ट्रीय फिल्मांकन किया जाएगा एवं उसका बृहद प्रचार प्रसार व प्रदर्शन राष्ट्रीय एवं अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर किया जाएगा । उपरोक्त संगीत में ही रचना में देश विदेश के दिग्गज कलाकार अपना स्वर देंगे ।

रूचिन त्यागी के अनुसार जनवरी माह में तीन दिवसीय रामायण कांक्लेव में देश-विदेश से आ रहे महानुभाव प्रभु श्री राम व रामचरितमानस के ऊपर अपने विचार रखेंगे व उपरोक्त कार्यक्रम के माध्यम से अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर प्रभु श्री राम के भक्तों को जोड़ने के साथ साथ पर्यटन के क्षेत्र में भी एक वृहद रामायण कारीडोर की परिकल्पना को पंख लगेंगे ।

आयोजकों के अनुसार उपरोक्त कार्यक्रम में भारत के यशस्वी प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी व महामहिम राष्ट्रपति रामनाथ कोविंद जी व प्रभु श्री राम की जन्म स्थली अयोध्या का प्रतिनिधित्व कर रहे यशस्वी मुख्यमंत्री योगी आदित्यनाथ जी को भी आमंत्रण के साथ साथ कार्यक्रम हेतु आशीर्वाद लिया जाएगा ।

उपरोक्त कार्यक्रम की तैयारियां जोर शोर से जारी हैं व आयोजकों के अनुसार सन 2020 का कदाचित वैश्विक तौर पर यह सबसे बड़ा आयोजन होगा।

SBI to Revise Service Charges on Export From September 1

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Chandigarh 26^th July:- Country’s largest lender, State Bank of India (SBI) has rationalized their export related service charges. This has been done to improve the ease of doing business and provide clear visibility of cost structure to exporters. While revising the charges, SBI has taken into consideration the views/representations from various export promotion councils.

The revised service charges will be payable upfront once in a year as against existing practice of collecting multiple charges for every transaction. This will result in bringing about operational conveniences to the exporters. SBI expects that the revised charges will help the exporter community at large and will help in improving the exports. The revised charges are effective from September 1, 2019.

The revised charges can be seen in the link below:

https://www.sbi.co.in/portal/documents/28392/109143056/250719-PROPOSED+EXPORT+TRANSACTIONS+RELATED+SERVICE+CHARGES.pdf/78920cb7-bbe5-46f7-81fc-efbcf62c11b7