Dev Samaj College of Education Holds Workshop on E-Content

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Chandigarh 17th September:- A one day Workshop on 'Designing and Developing E-Content' under the Aegis of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) was  organized by Dev Samaj College of Education, Sector 36-B, here . On the occasion, Nirmal Singh Dhillon, Secretary Dev Samaj and Chairman of the college released the college magazine 'Div Dipti' too.

Electronic content (e-content) which is also known as digital content refers to the content or information delivered over network based electronic devices or that is made available using a computer network such as internet.

The resource persons of the workshop were Prof Maitreyee Dutta, Head, Computer Science Department, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training & Research(NITTR), Prof. Jayanti Dutta, Deputy Director, Human Resource Development Council(HRDC),PU & Puneet Moudgil, Project Officer, State Project Directorate(SPD), RUSA.

The experts interacted with  the nearly 100 educators who had come from all over the tricity. The Dev Samaj Group of Institutions too were represented well. Educators from Dev Samaj College of Education, the host college, Dev Samaj College for Women, Sec 45 and Dev Samaj College of Education, Ferozepur attended.

The resource persons explained that E-content is becoming popular because it gives  flexibility of time, place and pace of learning. The educators were informed that E-content includes all kinds of content created and delivered through various electronic media & that E-content is available in many subjects and for almost all levels of education.

Dr. (Mrs.) Agnese Dhillon , Principal, Dev Samaj College of Education, Sec 36 said that the workshop was organized with the objectives to make teachers aware about creating well designed, developed and validated e-content,  provide hands on experience in preparing e-content. Last but not the least, the aim was also to empower the society by creating, receiving, sharing and utilizing information for it's progress.

It is pertinent to mention here that as textbooks are too expensive, the students are switching from these to digital course materials. These provide both teachers and students a greater interactivity and social collaboration. The E Content can be designed and developed to be used, re-used and distributed across multiple learners.

It is noteworthy that Dev Samaj College , Sec 36 is offering B.Ed., M.Ed., Post Graduate Diploma in Guidance and Counseling, Post Graduate Diploma in Child Guidance and Family Counseling, Basic and Advanced Certificate courses in Yoga Education and Add-on certificate course in Human Rights & Value Education.  The college has been at the forefront of developing effective E Content for dissemination of its course material and the Workshop was a step in this direction.

Vicks Action 500 Extra Exempted from FDC Ban List

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Chandigarh 17th September:- Vicks Action 500 Extra has been exempted from the banned Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs list as per the recent notification issued by the Health ministry. A copy of the most recent ban notification, as uploaded on the official website of the E-Gazette of the Government of India[the exemption of the formulation that forms Vicks Action 500 Extra].

The same may also be accessed at:http://egazette.nic.in/(S(hukmtvuzs5re4buyyulhztnp))/Default.aspx?AcceptsCookies=yes under the set of notifications published by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

At Vicks, we have always worked in complete compliance with the laws of the land and the health, safety, and well-being of our consumers is our number one priority.  As the World’s no.1 selling Cough and Cold brand*, it has products approved by government regulators in over 60 countries including India and has been providing trusted remedies for relieving cold and flu symptoms for over 100 years. 

3rd Annual Chefs Conclave & Awards organised at Chitkara University in Association with Chefs Association of Five Rivers

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Chandigarh 17th September:- The biggest annual event of the culinary fraternity – CAFR 3^rd Chefs Conclave & Awards was organised today at Chitkara University in association with Chefs Association of Five Rivers CAFR. The theme of the event held today was “SaptaSindhu”. Hosted by Chitkara University with the intention to express its acknowledgement and support to Chefs and Entrepreneurs, who have made consistent efforts to put the Indian cuisine on the world culinary map, the event was a huge success with celebrity Chefs from all over the country participating in it. Many dignitaries at the event claimed this to be an excellent opportunity to show support and appreciation for the culinary fraternity.

Chefs Association of Five Rivers - CAFR is a nodal body comprising of Chefs, Food Historians, Food Scientists, Food Writers, and Educationists and Researches from all across North India, under the aegis of Indian Federation of Culinary Associations (IFCA), and is a proud member of World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS).  Visionary, Chef Manjit S Gill, Chef TejRazdan, Chef Sanjiv Verma and Chef Navdeep Sharma founded this association, which now has 1000 chef members from across North India. CAFR 's main objective is to develop a ‘Sustainable Environment’ for food producers and consumers through Workshops, Conclaves, Culinary Exchange Programs, Food discussions, Food Events, Culinary Tours, etc. The Association also aims at developing individual skills and knowledge groups where chefs can connect, share and learn.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Vice Chancellor of Chitkara University, said that we are happy to have hosted CAFR’s 3^rd Chefs Conclave today. It was an excellent opportunity for our students to interact with accomplished Chefs. We have once again showcased the prowess of Chitkara University to host such events for the benefit of the culinary industry, entrepreneurs and students.

Chef Tej Razdan and Chef Sanjeev Verma at the conclave elaborated that we aim at bringing to life the culture and food practices of undivided Punjab (from 1800 A.D. to 1950 A.D.). He added that the Conclave will begin with a panel discussion with eminent Chefs and Food Historians discussing the Journey of Food, Ethnic Equipment and Cooking Practices of the yesteryears, the Lost Recipes and the origin of modern day Punjabi cuisine. There will be special emphasis on the discussion around this going forward.

In the technologically advanced times that we live in today, we know bloggers and social media influences are an essential element for the success of hospitality industry. We are happy to note that the event has been attended by nationally reputed hospitality industry bloggers. The second panel discussion–Chefs Vs Bloggers, brought up important points about digital media marketing practices, and how the industry and chefs can benefit from it. The event ended with a glittering awards ceremony that recognised various efforts of the culinary fraternity.

Oath Ceremony Held at Guru Gobind Singh College for Women

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Chandigarh 17th September:- The students and staff of Guru Gobind Singh College for Women, Sector 26, Chandigarh, witnessed the Official Oath-taking Ceremony of the Executive members of the Student Council. The newly elected members - President Muskan, Vice President Divya Verma, Secretary Manjeet Kaur, and Joint Secretary Simran, along with the Executive Members and Class Representatives of the various streams were formally sworn in.

The Principal, Dr. Jatinder Kaur, congratulated the council and apprised the members of their responsibilities towards the institution. The students council expressed their gratitude and pledged their support and cooperation in taking the college to still higher standards by maintaining discipline and promoting an academic atmosphere.

Launches Protein Calculator App to Help Indian Consumers Assess Their Approx. Protein Intake

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Chandigarh 17th September:- Amway India, the country’s largest FMCG direct selling Company has launched a ‘Protein 4 Children’ campaign. As per a recent study published in the Indian Medical Gazette, protein deficiency is a major concern in India with more than 80% Indian diets being deficient in protein. Another article published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care reveals that around 50% children in India are protein deficient.Amway’s ‘Protein 4 Children’ campaign is focused on the fact that the protein requirement of children almost doubles up between the age group of 5 to 12 years to support vital growth and the requirement increases further when they reach adolescence age. 

The company has stepped up its efforts to propagate the benefits of protein to the parents by rolling out a comprehensive campaign ‘Protein 4 Children’. As a part of the campaign, Amway is launching a series of initiatives to support and educate Amway direct sellers as well as preferred customers across the country on the need of protein supplementation amongst children. The company has also launched a Protein Calculator app that helps in assessing approximate protein intake, making it easier to identify the gaps, if any. Amway has introduced a series of trivia - ‘Did you know’ with interesting factoids on social media, to improve knowledge on the need for protein amongst children. Besides this, Amway has created fun and tasty recipes, in association with leading nutritionists that can be easily prepared using Nutrilite All Plant Protein Powder.

Talking about the market potential, Sundip Shah, Chief Marketing Officer, Amway India, said that the campaign is based on the findings presented by Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care² that around 50% children in India are protein deficient and targeted at mothers who bear the prime responsibility of nutrition and health of children in our country. With this campaign we aim to reinforce the importance of protein for children in their growth years. If the required amount of Protein is not available from the regular diet then supplementation must be considered.

Commenting on the need for protein among Children, Ajay Khanna, Category Head-Nutrition & Wellness, Amway India, said that the formative years are critical for a child’s overall development because this is the period when the linear growth happens most rapidly. Hence, they require a jumpstart to their overall development. The appropriate protein intake is crucial for organ function, muscle repair, and a healthy immune system. As per ICMR, protein requirement doubles in the age group of 5 to 12 years. However, the reality is that nearly 50% of children are protein deficient³. As a brand that believes in extending good health and wellness to all, these statistics are alarming. We all are aware that children are picky about their food choices, thus ensuring proper intake of nutrition becomes a huge challenge for mothers. Our effort is to make protein consumption simple and attractive for kids by showing ways to add the same to things they love to consume on a daily basis. One of the unique characteristics of Nutrilite All Plant Protein is that it can be mixed with anything as it has a neutral taste. At Amway, we believe in maintaining good health. We foresee Amway’s Nutrilite All Plant Protein Powder playing a major role in fulfilling protein gaps. Protein supplementation is a key solution for mothers to lay a strong growth foundation for their child’s future.

Axis Bank Introduces Instant Credit Cards for Pre-Approved Customers

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Chandigarh 17th September:- Axis Bank, India’s third largest private sector bank, has launched Instant Credit Cards for its pre-approved customers. These customers will now have an option to avail Instant virtual Credit Cards through the Axis Pay mobile app in a digital and paperless manner, within minutes after authentication. 

Sanjeev Moghe, Executive Vice President and Head, Cards & Merchant Acquiring Business, Axis Bank, said that at Axis Bank, we are committed to offering innovative products and services to our customers that enhance speed as well as ease of operation. We have seen that currently around 70% of the e-commerce transactions are originating on mobile and we believe that this will empower our customers to get instant access to credit cards, whenever needed. He said that instant credit card also reflects the use of data analytics that enables us to offer such a product, which is ready to use within minutes. We are sure that this virtual credit card, available instantly, will offer an evolved way of banking for millennials requiring instant gratification.

As a launch offer, the Instant Credit Card will be available without any joining fee or annual credit card fee. Axis Bank is the fourth largest credit card issuers in the country. The Bank has a market share of 11.83% which has been growing 32% on yearly basis. With the new Instant Credit Card offering, the Bank aims to further increase the market share of its credit cards business.

MayoCon 2018: Two-Day Conference on Urology Held

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Chandigarh 17th September:- To discuss the problems of urological disorders and latest surgical advancements, a medical conference - Mayocon 2018 was organized in the tricity, which attracted participation of several renowned doctors and surgeons of the country. In this connection, a medical conference was held, where modern approach to the surgery of damaged urinary tracts of the injured persons and reconstruction techniques of the genitals were discussed. This was followed by a day-long medical workshop.

Dr. Rajesh Gulia, Head, Urology Department, Mayo Healthcare Mohali and the convener of the Conference, said that the number of vehicles is increasing in the country, resulting in the growth of road accidents. The annual road accident incidents has gone above 1 lakh in India. Besides the injuries in hands, legs and head, following the accidents, cases of damage to the delicate organs located in the middle part of the body, comprising urinal tract and sex organs are prominent.

Dr. Sanjay B Kulkarni, a well-known urologist and surgeon, said that the loss of genital functionality and difficulty in urination may result in a miserable life to the person. Thus, it is necessary to rebuild the damaged parts using new and advanced techniques.

Dr. Sanjay Kulkarni's surgery procedure is known as the ‘Kulkarni School of Urithral Surgery’. According to him, after proper surgical procedures, the patient becomes eligible for a normal life and can reproduce also. A full day workshop is also being organized along with live demonstrations and discussion of new methods of surgery under the Mayocon 2018.

It is notable that Dr. Rajesh Gulia is a fellow of Glickman Urology Institute, Cleveland, USA. He is regarded as a specialist in Stricture Urethra and has written a book titled as the ‘Atlas of Urithroplasty’. He is considered to be a master of Genito-Urinary Surgery in this region. On Facebook, he can be searched by the name 'Best Urologist'.

श्री चैतन्य गौड़ीय मठ में धूमधाम से मनाई गयी श्री राधाष्टमी

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Chandigarh 17th September:- श्री चैतन्य गौड़ीय मठ, चण्डीगढ़ में श्री राधा अष्टमी महोत्सव आज बड़ी धूमधाम से मनाया गया। प्रातः मंगल आरती व तत्पश्चात संकीर्तन का कार्यक्रम हुआ।

उजा जनार्दन महाराज जी ने इस अवसर पर अपने भक्तों को संबोधित करते हुए कहा कि आज ही के दिन गोकुल महावन के नजदीक स्थित रावल नाम का स्थान पर राजा वृषभानु जी स्नान करने के लिए गए थे, तो वहां पर कमल के फूल में राधा-रानी जी प्रकट हुईं थीं। उन्होंने बताया कि पूरा वर्ष राधा-रानी जी के चरण कमल को ढक कर रखा जाता है। सिर्फ एक आज ही का दिन है कि राधा-रानी जी के चरण कमल के दर्शन किए जा सकते हैं। राधा रानी जी के चरण कमल दर्शन से जीवन में मंगल होता है एवं कृष्ण कृपा की प्राप्ति होती है।

मठ मंदिर के प्रवक्ता जयप्रकश गुप्ता ने बताया कि दोपहर को राधा-रानी जी का पंचामृत से अभिषेक किया गया। हजारों लोगों की उपस्थिति में भक्तों ने नृत्य गान कर आनंद प्राप्त किया। राधा-रानी जी एवं भगवान श्री कृष्ण जी को छप्पन भोग लगाए गए। विशाल भंडारा का भी आयोजन किया गया जिसमें सामूहिक तौर पर भक्तों ने प्रसाद ग्रहण किया।

स्वामी असीम देव गोविन्द धाम में हर्षोल्लास से मनाया गया श्री राधाष्टमी महोत्सव

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Chandigarh 17th September:- स्वामी असीम देव गोविंद धाम सोसाइटी सेक्टर 26, पंचकूला द्वारा श्री राधा रानी के जन्म अष्टमी का महोत्सव बड़े हर्षोल्लास के साथ मनाया गया। जिसमें संकीर्तन महिला मंडल के सभी सदस्यों एवं भक्तजनों ने राधा जी का पंचामृत से अभिषेक  किया।

सभा के संस्थापक प्रधान प्रदीप कुमार, उपप्रधान निरंजन बंसल, कन्वीनर अविनाश कौल, मुख्य सलाहकार राजकुमार कंसल,  सलाहकार रमेश बंसल, कोषाध्यक्ष श्याम लाल व स्टोर इंचार्ज ऋषि पाल की उपस्थिति में राधा रानी को भोग लगाया गया व तत्पश्चात सभी भक्तजनों को लंगर वितरण किया गया।

साहित्य अपने आप में ही बहुत ताकतवर है: असगर वजाहत

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Chandigarh 14th September:- साहित्य हमारे जीवन की वह सौगात है जिसके बिना हम जीवन सोच भी नहीं सकते या यूँ कहे की यह हमारे जीवन में ऑक्सीजन का काम करती है। हम किसी भी आर्टिस्ट चाहे वो लेखक हो, गीतकार हो, पेंटर हो, उसे उसके काम के हिसाब से पसंद करते है न की किसी धर्म या रंग भेद के, साहित्य अपने आप में ही बहुत ताकतवर है जो आपको तराशता है यह कहना था  मारवाह स्टूडियो में आयोजित चौथे ग्लोबल लिटरेरी फेस्टिवल ऑफ़ नॉएडा के उद्घाटन के अवसर पर  लेखक असगर वजाहत का। 

इस अवसर पर  सामाजिक न्याय और सशक्तिकरण मंत्री रामदास अठावले, मंगोलिया के भारत में राजदूत गोंचिग गनबोल्ड, वेनेज़ुएला के भारत में राजदूत अगस्तो मोंटियल, छत्तीसगढ़ के पूर्व गवर्नर के. एम. सेठ, लेखिका भारती प्रधान उपस्थित हुए।

इस अवसर पर रामदास अठावले ने कहा की हमारा साहित्य हमारे जीवन की वो पूंजी है जिसे जितना खर्च करो उतना ही बढ़ती जाती है हमारा हिंदी साहित्य जितना विशाल है उतना ही विशाल हमारे कवियों, लेखकों का हृदय भी विशाल है। इस अवसर पर मारवाह स्टूडियो के निदेशक संदीप मारवाह ने कहा आज जो यहाँ चर्चा चल रही है यह आपको गूगल या पुस्तक में नहीं मिलेगी और जो छात्र इसे ग्रहण कर लेगा वो एक नए साहित्य की रचना कर सकता है। साहित्य का जितना प्रचार सिनेमा ने किया है उतना किसी और क्षेत्र ने नहीं किया है। 

राजदूत अगस्तो मोंटियल ने कहा मुझे इस समारोह में आकर बहुत खुशी हुई। आज पूरे विश्व को शांति की जरूरत है और शांति तभी आ सकती है जब एक देश दूसरे देश की संस्कृति व साहित्य के बारे में जाने। राजदूत गोंचिग गनबोल्ड ने कहा भारत की संस्कृति बहुत विशाल है और आज के लेखकों में जितनी आधुनिकता भारतीय लेखकों में है उतनी कहीं नही मिलती।

इस अवसर पर रामदास अठावले को अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी नेशनल अवार्ड से सम्मानित किया गया, साथ ही अशोक कुमार हालदार की पुस्तक द डाइवर्सिफाए लाइफ जर्नी ऑफ़ ह्यूमन बींग, भारती प्रधान की एक्ट्रेस प्रियंका चोपड़ा पर लिखित पुस्तक द डार्क हॉर्स और जितेंद्र प्रसाद सक्सेना की द जेनिथ पुस्तक का विमोचन भी किया गया।  

समारोह के पहले दिन भारत के कई राज्यों से साहित्यकार उपस्थित हुए और अपने अपने विचार रखे। इस अवसर पर कई सेमीनार, कार्यशाला, नुक्कड़ नाटक, विदेशी भाषाओं में कविताएं, पेटिंग प्रदर्शनी के साथ साथ छात्रों द्वारा कई रंगारंग कार्यक्रमों का आयोजन किया गया।

Anytime Fitness: World`s Largest Gym Chain Launches in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh 14th September:- Fitness lovers in the city have a reason to rejoice as Anytime Fitness, world`s largest gym chain, announced its launch today. Centrally located at Sector 17, Chandigarh, Anytime Fitness is set to serve to the health conscious residents of City Beautiful for 19 hours a day 7 days of the week. Equipped with world class equipments, the gym also provides 1 key access globally.

The gym is Harrdy Sandhu`s venture along with Naveen Grover and Manu Grover who are the multiple franchisee owners of Anytime Fitness. It is a visionary project by Harrdy Sandhu, a former cricketer, a fitness freak who aims to transform the health scenario of the city. After the much successful functioning of Anytime Fitness in Ludhiana, Chandigarh becomes the second city in Punjab where the gym will open paths for a healthy living. The first gym was launched in Delhi in 2003. Currently, there are 53 existing Anytime Fitness open clubs in India with some key locations being Delhi-NCR, Lucknow, Varanasi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Chennai.

Speaking at the launch, Harrdy Sandhu said that chandigarh has always been a top on his list of favourite cities. We are super thrilled to be launching a gym here today.  This city has a lot of potential when it comes to fitness enthusiast and it will just keep growing. Therefore, it is a compelling opportunity to be investing in the fitness industry here.  At Anytime Fitness, high emphasis will be  given to the fact that each member is unique in his or her body type and a fitness goal will be designed for each member to achieve more than what they desire.

Vikas Jain, CEO, Anytime Fitness India, said that the launch of our first gym in Chandigarh, is a matter of great pleasure to them. Today is the age of stress and lack of physical activity for a major chunk of our young working population. Fitness and a healthy lifestyle are absolute essentials for a joyful, healthy living. Yet people lack the specialized knowledge, the facilities and an individually defined regime that will help them achieve it. This is where Anytime Fitness will come as guide and a space where all your fitness needs are fulfilled. He shared that it’s 53rd gym in India and First in Chandigarh. He shared further that Anytime Fitness is a US based 24-hour gym chain with 4000+ clubs worldwide. The first gym was launched in Delhi in 2003. Since then, 52 more Anytime Fitness clubs have been launched throughout the country.

Anytime Fitness is a premium fitness gym offering world-class fitness center offers facilities for cardio, strength training, weight training, functional training, pilates etc. It will also fitness classes such as yoga, bhangra, zumba to name a few.

BIG FM’s Annual Meet: Ali brothers Spread Melody

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Chandigarh 14th September:- 92.7 BIG FM , No.1 radio station of the Tri-city and India’s largest private radio network, known for its innovative programming and concept based shows, recently revamped its on-air content with new positioning “#Top100SwagHits” and rolled out fresh programming schedule with new set of MJ’s ( Music jockey’s). Programs like BIG Morning Beats with MJ Megha and MJ Vishesh, Youthiyappa with MJ Gurri and Chak De Woofer with MJ Amar are creating high level of resonance with the listeners as through its new line up of programs BIG FM has attempted to involve listener’s belonging to various age groups and music cutting across various genres.

To celebrate the success of the new content Big FM Chandigarh recently organized their annual trade meet in Chandigarh. The highlight of the meet was regalinglive performance by famous trio Ali Brothers, who have already made their presence felt in reality shows like ‘Entertainment Ke Liya Kuch Bhi Karega’ on Sony TV, in ‘Little Champs’ on Zee TV and ‘India's Got Talent’ on Colors channel. Soulful renditions and a beautiful interplay of melodious voice and heart stirring compositions sung by the Ali brothers enthralled audiences. Their refreshing voice is an embodiment of godly love, something that's synonymous with Sufi style of singing.

Sukhdeep Singh Regional Business Head Big FM, thanked all the trade partners for their support and for the confidence that they have placed in the radio station and said that our recently revamped content is being very well received by our listeners across all stations.

Speaking on the occasion Programming head Big FM, Sulakshna Bramta said that through our multiple initiatives in the coming festive season, we hope to make the festival a complete celebration for our listeners. 92.7 big FM will bring with itself freshness of content that is not only refreshing but based on the culture, likes, dislikes and trends that listeners follow. Through our new shows we will integrate our core philosophy of entertaining, engaging and enriching the Tri-city through the power of relevant connected ideas.

Guru Gobind Singh College for Women Celebrates Hindi Diwas

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Chandigarh 14th September:- Guru Gobind Singh College for Women, Sector 26, Chandigarh Celebrated Hindi Diwas. The event was coordinated by Dr. Aradhna Mehtani of the Hindi Department and presided over by the Principal, Dr. Jatinder Kaur. On this occasion, students recited poems on the topic ‘Stree Vimash’.

The importance of bilingualism was discussed, and it was brought to light that Hindi and English are not opposing languages. The importance of staying connected to one’s roots and one’s mother tongue was illuminated. Knowledge of one’s mother tongue is a matter of pride. Hindi was the language of our freedom struggle. Hindi unites the people of diverse cultures in our country and serves as a lingua franca.

Director PGI Inaugurates Conference on Pediatric Radiology

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Chandigarh 14th September:- The 18th Annual Meeting of AOSPR (Asian and Oceanic Society of Paediatric Radiology) combined with 16th Annual meeting of ISPR (Indian Society of Paediatric Radiology) was inaugurated by Prof. Jagat Ram, Director, PGIMER, Chandigarh. The conference is being organized by Department of Radiodiagnosis, PGIMER, Chandigarh under the Chairmanship of Prof. N. Khandelwal, Head, Department of Radiodiagnosis.  Prof.A.K. Saxena and Prof. K.S.Sodhi are Organizing Secretaries of the conference. 

Around 800 delegates from different parts of the world are attending the conference. In today’s deliberation, various scientific sessions and symposia were held on paediatric imaging and paediatric emergencies. The major attraction of the day was Dr. MVK Shetty Oration on “The Enigma of Paediatric Liver Tumors; can Multi-modality Imaging be the Guiding Light?” which was delivered by Prof. Raju Sharma, AIIMS, India. Dr. Raju highlighted the role of MRI in diagnosing and characterizing liver tumors in children. Dr. Arcot Gajraj Oration on “MR Imaging of the Newborn Brain and Hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy” was delivered by Prof. Manohar Shroff, Radiologist-in-Chief in the Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids), Toronto, Canada. He discussed the imaging findings on MRI in encephalopathy.

The day ended with the interesting film reading session, conducted by experts in Paediatric Radiology.

NCB Seizes 252 Kgs. of Poppy Straw: Arrested Three persons of Sangrur District

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Chandigarh 14th September:- Narcotic Control Bureau Chandigarh Zonal on the basis of specific information, intercepted a truck Tata 3118E bearing registration No. PB-11-BB-0379 loaded with Banana at Banda Bahadur Chowk, Samana District Sangrur (Punjab) and seized 252 Kgs. of Poppy Straw. 

 According to the official of the bureau that three persons namely Sandeep Singh, Sarbjeet Singh and Amandeep all resident of Sangrur District of Punjab were arrested along with the contraband. The contraband was brought from Jaura near Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh for local consumption in Punjab. A crime case against them was registered vide NCB Chandigarh Crime No. 38/2018 dated 14.09.2018. 

Chef Manjit Gill Helms World Heritage Cuisine Summit & Food Festival at Qila Gobindgarh in Amritsar

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Chandigarh 14th September:- The recently instituted World Cultural Culinary Heritage Committee, under the aegis of World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs), will hold the first edition of the World Heritage Cuisine Summit & Food Festival from 12-14 October, 2018 at Qila Gobindgarh in Amritar. The Summit, hosted by the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations (IFCA), will celebrate traditional cuisine with live demonstrations, food tastings, presentations, panel discussions, master classes and Q&A sessions by chefs from around the world in the holy city. It will focus on inculcating appreciation for food culture and traditions, as much as, good food habits and sustainable practices. The event will also witness the launch of the Chefs’ Manifesto outlining hunger removal initiatives undertaken and sustainability development goals.

Chef Thomas Gugler, Chairman, World Association of Chefs Societies  (WorldChefs) will be the guest of honour. It was announced at a programme held at Chandigarh Press Club here today.

This is the first initiative of its kind in the world by WorldChefs and its objective is to promote cultural and culinary heritage of the nations of the world. The deep inroad that the food of Punjab has made on the international landscape makes it an inevitable stop for any food-lover’s culinary journey. Amritsar, known as the culinary capital of this food loving state, lends itself naturally as a venue for the event. Against the backdrop of Harmandir Sahib, where the sacred ‘Langar’ is the largest example of slow food and community cooking, the World Heritage Cuisine Summit & Food Festival will bring together food lovers and professionals alike and provide the desired impetus to the culinary and heritage tourism of the state. This will bring pride to our national food culture.

Speaking about the event, Chef Manjit Gill, Chairman, World Cultural Culinary Heritage Committee, said that it is envisaged as an unprecedented opportunity for food enthusiasts to witness live demonstrations by renowned chefs from all over the world, and also to savour these delicacies through the many tasting counters. He said that in turn, these culinary ambassadors are expected to carry back indelible experiences and memories of the diversity of Indian cuisine and Punjabi hospitality to share and disseminate in their home countries. Adding further he said that to have Punjabi cuisine acknowledged as and listed under the Food Edition of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage remains my ongoing endeavour.

The aesthetics, layout and location of the historical venue partner Qila Gobindgarh – erstwhile home to Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s prized diamond Koh-i-noor– expansive enough to accommodate the diverse guest list, make it the perfect setting for this culinary showcase.  The multiple venues at the premises will include a World Kitchen, where chefs from two countries will simultaneously showcase live cooking of traditional recipes every hour. Five Master Class counters where chefs will plate pre-prepared dishes for display and food photography, and a food pavilion offering regional Indian specialties with a special focus on Amritsar’s street food.

Event Director, Herbbie Sidhu, Managing Director, Myriad Nuances said that bringing together a world class event such as this would have been impossible minus supporting agencies. The tireless efforts of the Organizing Committee, and IFCA, the unflinching support of Incredible India, Punjab Tourism, and local administration have borne fruit, including the immeasurable assistance proffered by  Kamaldeep Singh Sangha, Deputy Commissioner, Amritsar.

They said that participating countries in the event are Armenia, Cambodia, Canada, Croatia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Germany, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy,  Kenya, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore,  Spain,  Sri Lanka, Switzerland,  Syria, Thailand, Turkey, USA, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Wales and more.

They further shared that the packages for the delegates is Rs 1500/- for one day  and Rs. 3500/- for  three-days.

Regional Employment Exchange & Director Higher Education organizes a Motivational Seminar on “Career as an Officer in Indian Air Force”

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Chandigarh 14th September:- Under the guidance of Chandigarh Administration, the Regional Employment Exchange in association with Director Higher Education organized a Motivational Seminar on “Career as an Officer in Indian Air Force”.  The event was hosted by DAV College Sector-10, Chandigarh. Group Captain Manish Sabharwal, an Ex-NDA Officer and an alumnus of Defence Services Staff College and College of Air Welfare from DISHA CELL, Air Headquarter (New Delhi) was the motivational speaker of the event.

The event was inaugurated by Rubinderjit Singh Brar, Director, Higher Education. Dr. B.C.Josan, Principal, DAV College appreciated the event and motivated students. More than 500 students from different colleges actively participated in the event and came to know about various opportunities in Indian Air Force.  Major General(Retd) I.P.Singh, Director, Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute was also present on the occasion along with students of the institute.

Bikram Rana (SLO), Sanjeeda Beri (REO), Meenaksh Goyal (SREO) were also present.  Event was well organized by Dr. Puneet Raini (Placement Co-ordinator), Bibek Bhuyan (NCC Air Wing Incharge) and Indu (Training and Placement Officer) and other staff members. Such efforts/events will continue in future also.

Property Consultants Association Meet Governor V.P. Singh Badnore

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Chandigarh 13th September:- A delegation of Property Consultants Association (Regd), Chandigarh consisting of office bearers namely Kamal Gupta, President, Kamaljit Singh Panchhi, Chairman, Sunil Kumar, Gen. Secretary, and Manpreet Singh, Finance Secretary today met H.E. V.P. Singh Badnore, Governor of Punjab & Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, and discussed about the Genuine demands of the public related to the property trade in Chandigarh.

Kamal Gupta said that the main demands that were discussed today are, to start coversion of commercial and industrial propeties from leasehold to freehold, Reduction of collector rates of commercial and industrial properties, Transfer of property on the basis of will, To abolish 3% stamp duty on gpa within blood relations, To issue of noc of freehold property, installation of solar system in one kanal and above houses and society flats and regarding building violation and misuse notices

Kamaljit Singh Panchhi said that H.E. gave a patience hearing and assured to resolve the problems in a time bound manner.

Janki Devi Memorial College organizes Talent Hunt Show-2018: To Felicitate Talent

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Chandigarh 13th September:- This was the day dedicated to celebrate display of talent by fresh students of Janki Devi Memorial College. Curtain was raised from series of performances by very talented students of  the collage in streams of Art, Culture, Poetry, Dance and Singing. Freshers of the college were provided a unique platform to showcase their talent and creativity. Gracing the occasion was famous singer Ashish David who enthralled everyone with his entertaining musical performance. 

Occasion also had ace makeover expert Mallika Gambhir, Persona spreading awareness among students about self grooming and importance of natural beauty care. Mallika also offered stunning makeovers for the winners, Students were very upbeat to gather information on subjects pertaining with beauty, makeovers and skin care. " I have felt proud to be associated with the event and spread awareness on a topic that is very crucial for young students, they have many concerns and worries when it comes to using right beauty products for skin care and perfecting art of self grooming, we tried to make an en devour to launch an awareness drive today and made them aware about Natural ways to attain beauty and remain youthful, regarding the same publicity material was distributed and discussion was held. 

Speaking on the occasion,  Dr Swati Pal, Principal, Janki Devi Memorial collage expressed that this platform serves a unique opportunity to all the students on the concourse of the talent show. We are happy to have received super exceptional response, he is happy that all the students aligned together to put up a show of creative nature and they will also repeat the camaraderie every time they do the show.

Chitkara International School Awarded with Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar

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Chandigarh 13th September:- Chitkara International School was awarded with the district level Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar 2017 in the sub category of toilet with a score of 100% with 5 star rating.  The award was felicitated by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India under the initiative ‘Swachh Bharat Swachh Vidyalaya’ (SBSV). The initiative has its emphasis on promoting safe and appropriate hygiene practices in schools and behaviour among children.

Member of the Lok Sabha and Indian actress Kirron Kher accorded the award to the Principal, Dr Niyati Chitkara. Deputy Commissioner Ajit Balaji Joshi, was also present in this moment of accolade.

The school was commended for sanitation, hygiene, rain water harvesting and other operations of the school. This award marked the school’s philosophy to cultivate cleanliness and sanitation in the school premises in the comprehensive way.

Expressing gratification, the school principal Dr Niyati Chitkara applauded the management, staff and students for their substantial involvement in keeping the school clean. She also added that her institution is persistently set out to work with invocation to maintain highest standards of cleanliness. 

PGI is organizing 18th Annual Meeting of Asian and Oceanic Society of Pediatric Radiology from 14th September to 16th September

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Chandigarh 13th September:- The department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, PGIMER, Chandigarh is organizing the 18^th Annual Meeting of the Asian and Oceanic Society of Pediatric Radiology (AOSPR) combined with the 16^th Annual Meeting of the Indian Society of Pediatric Radiology (ISPR) from 14^th September to 16^th September 2018.  It is for the first time that the AOSPR meeting is being held in India. The conference is being organized under the able guidance of Prof. Niranjan Khandelwal, the Head of the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, and organizing chairperson and Dr. Kushaljit Singh Sodhi and Dr. Akshay Kumar Saxena as organizing secretaries.

The Indian Society of Pediatric Radiology was founded in the year 2003 and conducted its first Annual Meeting in Pondicherry. From a humble beginning of less than 50 members, the society can now boast of more than 450 active members. The Asian and Oceanic Society of Pediatric Radiology is a society of pediatric radiologists in the Asian and Oceanic region and aims to promote the specialty in the region through cooperative research, teaching and education.

This conference will bring together the renowned experts of pediatric radiology from across the globe who will share their knowledge and expertise. It will also provide an opportunity for the delegates to interact with the experts and discuss the interesting cases. This three day mega-event will cover most of the important areas of pediatric radiology and will stress on the fact that children are not just miniature adults. More than 25 international faculty members including representatives from USA, Canada, UK, Japan, Australia and New Zealand will be present in the meeting. This is in addition to the experts in Paediatric Radiology from the Indian Society of Paediatric Radiology. Dr. Tim Cain from Australia, who is the President of AOSPR and Dr. Jayaraj Govindaraj, President of ISPR are also attending the conference.

Apart from didactic lectures, there will be workshops on ultrasound and MRI in pediatric practice and sessions on Interventional Radiology. A clinico-radiological-pathological case presentation is a special feature of the conference, wherein experts will try to correlate the clinical and radiological findings with the pathological findings. The meeting is being attended by about 800 delegates including residents, fellows and practicing radiologists.