Chandigarh, October 13: – The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh is going to start re-carpeting of V-3 road sector 34/44, Chandigarh. Due to this re-carpeting work during the period from 14.10.2021 to 17.10.2021, the roads would be diverted on single road and the general public is requested to take alternate routes and bear with Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date of submission of online Fresh admission of all Masters & Bachelor programmes up to 25th October, 2021 for the July-2021 session. This extension of last date shall not apply to Certificate, Semester-based, Diploma & PG Diploma programmes, i.e., MP, MPB, PGDMM, PGDFM, PGDHRM, PGDOM, PGDFMP, DBPOFA, PGDIS, MCA, BCA etc. and all Certificate, Diploma & PG Diploma. Details of the IGNOU academic programmes for the July, 2021 session can be accessed from the link https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/. The prospective learners can apply for Masters/Bachelor/Diploma programmes of the University on the official website, informed The Senior Regional Director of IGNOU Regional centre Chandigarh Dr. A.K.Dimri. Last date of submission of ‘online’ admission form for the July session was earlier fixed for 11 October, 2021.
For all those candidates, who have been planning to get admission in any of the IGNOU courses can apply for the same online. Firstly the candidate has to register themselves (if not registered) on the official website i.e https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/. Whereas those who have already registered can simply login with the id- password and fill up the application form for the admission in the July session at Indira Gandhi National Open University for 2021. Also, before filling up the IGNOU admission form, candidates must go through the general instructions, eligibility criteria, fee details, duration, etc. on the official website. Applicants can also download the complete details of the programmes from the IGNOU website.
The Photography exhibition by the students of USOL, Panjab University was inaugurated at Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademy ’s Gallery at underpass connecting Sector 16 and 17, by Dr. Bheem Malhotra, Chairperson, Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademy (CLKA) and Prof. Madhurima Verma, Chairperson, University School of Open Learning, PU. The exhibition is supported by CLKA. A total of 20 students pursuing PG Diploma in Photography (PGDP) from University School of Open Learning (USOL), Panjab University, Chandigarh are exhibiting their 55 works. The exhibition is open till 19th October 2021 (Tuesday).
Prof. Madhurima Verma congratulated the students for displaying their art work for the general public and motivated the students of USOL to further hone their skills and creativity. Dr. Bheem Malhotra interacted with artists and appreciated their exhibited works.
The photography exhibition was curated under the mentorship of Jeesu Jaskanwar Singh, Coordinator, PGDP and CLKA and in informed that this exhibition is part of the practical paper in the curriculum. The works of Amandeep Singh, Arrush Chopra, Abhinav Poonia, Deepak Gupta, Amanpreet Kaur, Tushar Narula, Suresh Kumar, Sahil Chaudhary, Vikas Kapila, Shubhangi Ambashtha, Neha Sharma, Sourav Joshi, Sarabjit Singh Bhinder, Sakshi Gaur, Vishal Chauhan, Hargobind Singh, Gagan Mittal, Jagdeep Singh, Paramdeep Singh and Jaspinder Singh are exhibited in the Group Photography Exhibition.
During the USOL’s Personal contact Programme (PCP) students got insight into various aspects of Photography from Sh. Swadesh Talwar, Kulbhushan Kanwar, Vikas Kahol, Pradeep Tewari, Guldeep Singh, Sudhir Baweja, Shivali Raj, Praveen Jaggi, Anurag Malhotra, Neetu Katyal, Rajni Chauhan, Hitesh Vig, Sukhjit Singh, Vikram, Arun Bansal, Kamal Kishore Shankar and Pawan Sing. Besides that, students learnt about art of exhibiting the photographs from Sh. Gurdeep Dhiman, Gursharan Kaur, Michaelangelo and Jaspal Singh. The exhibited works covers wide range of topics like wildlife, nature, street photography, photojournalism, night photography, art photography, etc.
रमेश भादू ने कहा कि हलके का विकास और मेरिट पर नौकरी, सिर्फ मनोहर लाल के नेतृत्व में भारतीय जनता पार्टी की सरकार ही दे सकती है।।
चंडीगढ़।। ऐलनाबाद के उपचुनाव की रणभेरी बजने के बाद भारतीय जनता पार्टी ने सोमवार को बड़ीजॉइनिंग करवाई।।
साल 2014 में कांग्रेस पार्टी के ऐलनाबाद से प्रत्याशी रहे रमेश भादू ने मुख्यमंत्री मनोहर लाल जी के नेतृत्व में आस्था जताते हुए भारतीय जनता पार्टी ज्वाइन की है।।
रमेश भादू ने कहा कि मुख्यमंत्री जी ने एक आवाज पर ऐलनाबाद की नहरों और सेम की समस्या को हल किया है।।
इसलिए उनके नेतृत्व में आस्था जताते हुए हमने भारतीय जनता पार्टी ज्वाइन की है।।
रमेश भादू अब तन मन धन से भारतीय जनता पार्टी के उम्मीदवार गोविंद कांडा को चुनाव में कामयाब करने के लिए जुटेंगे।।
Chandigarh October 11, 2021
The Department of Microbiology, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized a webinar on the topic “Continued Challenges of Corona Pandemic: Learning from Experience.”
Prof. V.R. Sinha, Dean University Instructions, Panjab University, Chandigarh in his inaugural address accentuated the fact that though the pandemic created a havoc throughout the country it also had some underlying positive effects. It was only due to the emergence of this pandemic that the world recognized the power of Indian pharmaceuticals.
Prof. V.M. Katoch, former Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) summarized the experiences of the 20 months of COVID-19 in India. He discussed the major factors which contributed to India’s success in controlling the pandemic. According to him the India’s response to COVID-19 has been stupendous and inspiring across all levels of the country. Further in his talk Prof. Katoch discussed how lethargy, negligence and undue optimism after the first wave of COVID-19 resulted in the emergence of consecutive waves. He also underlined the part which various initiatives such as “Jagrukta abhiyan” played in empowering the population for prevention and timely management of COVID affected persons and discussed the key factors relevant for such awareness programs. He also talked about the importance of Ayurveda and yoga and the role they played in combating the post COVID complications. Prof. Katoch laid an emphasis on the correct use of mask, social distancing, personal hygiene and special care of person in high risk groups since these are the only things which can help in making the entire situation a little less complicated.
Earlier, Dr. Deepak K. Rahi, Chairman, Department of Microbiology and the organizing secretary of the webinar gave a brief overview of the program and discussed how COVID-19 has deeply affected the society, health system, economy, and government worldwide. He highlighted the fact that a year and a half later there are still so many lessons to be learned from this once-in-a-generation phenomenon.
Prof. Prince Sharma, summarized the discussions of the webinar in his concluding remarks.
Dr. Seema Kumari, Assistant Professor, gave vote of thanks.
Chandigarh Literary Society (CLS) organized a book release function at Chandigarh Press Club yesterday evening for official launch of Alka Kansra’s book of poetry, “Zindagi Kavita Ho Gai”
Chief Guest of the evening was Haryana’s Additional Chief Secretary Dr Sumita Mishra IAS, an accomplished poet and Chairperson CLS, who commended Alka for amazing collection of seventy poems that touch varied aspects of life, love, romance, relationship and gender concerns.
She said that creative pursuits beyond one’s mundane professional life help balance it that makes life meaningful and joyful.
General V P Malik PVSM, AVSM (Retd) and his wife Dr Ranjana Malik graced the occasion as Guests of Honour, and ex-IAS, author and TEDx speaker Vivek Atrey was the special guest on this occasion.
General VP Malik said that “though I have not read much poetry but I could not put down Alka’s latest anthology which touches the heart and provides glimpse into the poet’s vast canvas of experiences she assimilated and could express it in a simple style, which is more difficult to do.”
Dr Ranjana Malik recited some of the poems from the book and pointed out the diverse facets of Alka’s personality who had been a teacher of chemistry and inspired many lives of young girls, and now through her poetry, she is touching the lives of the people.
Vivek Atray suggested that everyone should discover the book that each one carries within, and share it with the world by publishing them.
Actor, Director and writer Vijay Capoor conducted the programme and interspersed the programme with poetry from the book.
Alka Kansra shared her journey of writing which started after her retirement as head of the chemistry department from MCM DAV College, and expressed her gratitude to her mentor – the famous writer Dr Virender Mehandiratta, who guided her and honed her skill in Hindi poetry that resulted in her first book in 2019, “Peedhion ke kshitij” (पीढ़ियों के क्षितिज).
Many literaty figures from the city attended the book launch including Dr. Kailash Ahluwalia, Col D.S. Cheema, CJ Singh, Hardeep Chandpuri. Amulya Shukla, Simi Hans, Jatin and Renuka Salwan,
“I have just finished translating a Hindi poetry book into English, and am already working on two poetry books, one in English and another one in Hindi,” informed Alka Kansra.
Chandigarh, October 9:- In order to provide ease of living in the villages falling under the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, Governor, Punjab and Administrator, UT, Chandigarh today laid foundation stone of various developmental projects scheduled to be done in 13 villages here today at village Behlana in the presence of Smt. Kirron Kher, Member Parliament (virtual), Sh. Ravi Kant Sharma, Mayor, Sh. Dharmpal, IAS, Adviser to the Administrator, UT, Chandigarh, other senior officers of Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation.
While addressing the local residents and representatives of village development committees of all 13 villages, the Governor said that he can understand due to COVID Pandemic the pace of development works hampered to some extent but the intention to do the work remained intact amongst the officers of Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation. With the execution of these sewerage and water supply schemes, approximately a population of 1.30 Lacs would be benefited.
The Governor said that in India, water is given the status of an incarnation of God, ‘Varuna’, who is worshipped as the god of all forms of the water element. It’s my sincere advice to you all that to meet the diminishing water resources and escalating water demand, water conservation is the need of an hour.
He said that in today’s context, the saying “water saved is water generated” is truer than ever before. We all need to learn how to use water judiciously. Integrated water resource management has now become absolutely necessary. Similarly, the existing institutions involved in providing the basic needs be restructured and strengthened. The 3 R strategy of reduce, recycle and reuse of the resources has to find place in our day to day lives.
Smt. Kirron Kher, Member Parilament, Chandigarh addressed the public virtually. She said that with the increase in Population of Chandigarh, the population here in these villages also increased manifold. The capacity of the infrastructure has, therefore, become inadequate. The developmental works in these will be carried out by the Municipal Corporation in phased manner and today the foundation stone of Sewerage and Water Supply of 13 villages have been laid and the work commenced from today.
She said that besides this, renovation works of Dharmshalas, Sampark centres, Anganwadi Buildings, Health Centres, Cremation Ground, Panchayat Ghar and Community Centres will also be taken up in these villages at the cost of Rs. 204 Lacs for which tendering process has already been initiated.
Sh. Ravi Kant Sharma, Mayor, Chandigarh said that the Municipal Corporation has undertaken various projects for the upkeep of these villages so that the residents of these areas would not face issues related to basic amenities. The basic infrastructural facilities will also be upgraded and strengthened at a cost of Rs.102.21 crores. Existing conventional streetlights are also required to be replaced by LED lights and various dark spots need to be lightened on priority, he added.
He said that a sum of Rs. 50 crore has been received as dedicated funds and initially the work for strengthening the sewerage, storm water drainage and water supply pipelines in these villages has been taken up for upgradation. The work of internal streets, roads, footpaths, horticulture & Electrical work will be taken up after completion of the Public Health work. To carry out these remaining works additional dedicated funds amounting to Rs. 20 crores are required, added the Mayor.
Sh. Dharmpal, IAS, Adviser to the Administrator, UT, Chandigarh said that there were issues of these village residents are facing daily problems of contaminated water, overflow of sewerage on the street/roads, broken roads/streets, poor conditions of footpaths and storm water is running in open drains. Existing conventional streetlights are also required to be replaced by LED lights and various dark spots are also required to be lightened.
He said that for the upgradation of these infrastructure facilities like sewerage line, storm line, water supply line, streets/roads, lights and upgradation of buildings in these villages, a project has been prepared by the Municipal Corporation and the work has been initiated today.
Earlier, Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh welcomed the Chief Guest and all other guests during the programme. She said that these thirteen villages have been brought under the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporation. Chandigarh are Behlana, Raipur Khurd, Raipur Kalan, Makhan Majra, Daria, Mauli Jagran, Kishangarh, Kaimbala, Khudda Jassu, Khudda Lahora , Khuda Ali Sher, Dhanas, Sarangpur on March 2019. She said that the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has prepared a detailed developmental plan for the upgradation of infrastructure in these villages and the works are being started from today and it will be completed well before the stipulated time frame.
Others who present on the occasion were Sh. Nitin Gupta, IAS, Finance Secretary, Sh. Devendra Dalai, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forest, Sh. Mandip Singh Brar, IAS, Deputy Commiasioner, Sh. Arun Sood, President BJP, Chandigarh, Haji Mohd. Khushird Ali, Incharge village development committee, Behlana, other councilors of MCC, village development committee incharges (nominated councilors of MCC), other senior officers of Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation and former Sarpanchs of the 13 villages.
University Institute of Engineering and Technology (UIET), Panjab University organised International Conference on Multidisciplinary Aspects of Materials in Engineering (IC-MAME 2021) from 8th and 9th October, 2021 in hybrid mode. This Conference is a multidisciplinary event covering themes on Innovative research related to Materials in Engineering. It will provide a forum to the best talents from the academia & research institutions, industry experts, management professionals, engineers and executives to collaborate and address the current challenges.
On the first day the conference was inaugurated by Prof. Gautam Biswas, J C Bose fellow and Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIT Kanpur. He enlightened the participants on fluid dynamics, viability and meta static potency of cervical cancer cells (HeLa) cells using Micro fluidics and deciphering hydrodynamic and drug-resistant behaviour of metastatic EMT breast cancer cells.
Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, PU emphasised the important role of material science in the field of engineering. He also highlighted the need to come out of their self-centeredness and take up responsibility to build up the institution with the main focus on development of entire country.
The Patron, Prof. JK Goswamy accentuated the need of Nanotechnology. He mentioned Material engineering as the foremost solution in current times and that the schools should adopt material sciences as a part of the curriculum of secondary education.
According to Prof. Renu Vig, Co Patron, this is a great initiative for platform provided for research in material sciences and engineering, which is an attractive area of study, with research ongoing in ceramics, bio materials, polymers, etc.
The inaugural session was chaired by Prof. Sunil Agrawal, UIET who welcomed the dignitaries and participants and vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Rajesh Kumar.
The technical session started with keynote presentation from CSIO-CSIR team lead by Dr. HK Sardana, Principal Scientist CSIO-CSIR on 3D design reconstruction and analysis with emphasis on the pressure and structure suitable for different individuals.
Prof. Mohsen Rahmani, School of Sciences and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, UK, imparted his knowledge on Light matter, Linear, non-linear and sensory metasurfaces, light metal interactions and their application in Nanoscale technologies.
The conference witnessed participation by 100+ students worldwide who gave their presentations on material sciences. The accepted, registered and presented papers of IC-MAME 2021 will be published in the IOP: Materials Science and Engineering Journal. Some Few Selected accepted, registered and presented papers of IC-MAME 2021 on merit basis may be published in Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series C, FME Transactions and Materiale Plastice Journal.
The IC-MAME 2021 programme will include around 12 different thematic sessions and delegates from IIT BHU Varanasi, IIT Madras, IIT Mandi, Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad, BITS-Pilani, NIT Warangal, NIT Hamirpur, AMU -Aligarh, University of Delhi, Wolkite University -Ethiopia, Jadavpur University, INST Mohali, University of Nottingham Ningbo China, UniversitiTunku Abdul Rahman Malaysia and many more.
A Session on Fire Mock Drill Training and Safety Session elucidating how the fire extinguisher works was orchestrated at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Hall, Boy’s Hostel No. 4, Panjab University. The aim of the practicum was to make residents, staff and mess and canteen workers aware about the emergency course of action to be implemented in case of fire.
Dean Student Welfare, Prof (Dr.) S.K. Tomar inaugurated the session as the Chief Guest. In his address, Prof. Tomar said that there are four elements that must be present for a fire to exist i.e. there must be oxygen to sustain combustion, heat to raise the material to its ignition temperature, fuel to support the combustion and a chemical reaction between the other three elements. Remove any one of the four elements to extinguish the fire as the concept of fire protection is based upon keeping these four elements separate.
Associate Dean Student Welfare, Prof (Dr.) Ashok Kumar was the Guest of Honour on the occasion. Prof. Ashok in his address said that the fire extinguishers are a great safety tool and getting training on the proper use and maintenance of this life saving tool is key.
The Fire Safety session was coordinated by Senior Assistant of the Hostel, Mr. Pardeep Kumar and conducted by Mr. Amit. The meticulous interactive session included a demonstration about operating fire extinguisher in case of fire emergency. The live demonstration session was created in a situation which replicates what would happen if a real fire were to occur by having a mock fire outside the hostel compound and the technique to use the fire extinguishers was practically done by the residents and staff of the Boy’s Hostel No. 4 in the presence of the hostel warden.
While addressing the gathering of residents and staff, Mr. Amit said that when it is time to use the extinguisher on a fire, just remember the catch word ‘PASS’. He elaborated the acronym ‘PASS’ as:
1) Pull the pin.
2) Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire from the recommended safe distance.
3) Squeeze the operating lever to discharge the fire extinguishing agent.
4) Starting at the recommended distance, Sweep the nozzle or hose from side to side until the fire is out. Move forward or around the fire area as the fire diminishes. Watch the area in case of re-ignition.
Overwhelmed by the training and safety session, Security staff of the hostel Mr. Balkaran, Gardner Mr. Kusum, Cleaner Mr. Mani Ram stated that it’s a good idea to practice picking up, holding and using a fire extinguisher as one gets a practical experience of handling any untoward break-out of fire.
The demonstration was very much useful for the students to understand the working pattern of fire extinguishers. Residents, office staff, gardeners, security personnel and Mess & Canteen workers took active part and witnessed the safety measure wholeheartedly.
Professor Emeritus Jitendra Mohan, Department of Psychology, Panjab University, Chandigarh is the first Asian to receive the prestigious Honor Award of ‘International Society of Sport Psychology’ for the year 2021 during the virtual 15th World Congress of Sports Psychology held from September 30-October 04, 2021 at Taipei.
The ISSP is the oldest and largest global society of Sport Psychology, with thousands of members all over the world. This award is presented every four years in recognition of significant contributions to national and international sport psychology through leadership, research, and/or other professional service. Since its inception, this award has been bestowed to only 15 distinguished people.
Professor Mohan has served two terms as a member of Managing Council of ISSP from 1989-1993 and 1993-1997. Professor Mohan played a pivotal role in establishing Sports Psychology in India. He is the Founder President of Sports Psychology Association of India, founded in 1985 and has served two terms as its president. He has been the president of International Society of Mental Training for Excellence (2011-2016), Indian Psychological Association (1997), President: Indian Academy of Applied Psychology (2005-2007), Member Board of Directors: International Association of Applied Psychology (IAAP) (1996 – 2004 and 2006 – 2014) and Vice President: Asian South Pacific Association of Sports Psychology (ASPASP) (1990-1998).
