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माता मनसा देवी बोर्ड की सीईओ के नेतृत्व में चलास्वच्छता अभियान

Offline Admission to M.Sc. Degree

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Chandigarh September 28, 2021

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Offline Admission to two years M.Sc. Degree course in the Centre for Stem Cell Tissue Engineering and Biomedical Excellence for the Session 2021-22 is now open.

The Offline “Admission form-Stem Cell” is available at the weblink of the Centre https://stemcell.puchd.ac.in (click on the Tab “Offline ADMISSION FORM M.Sc. Stem Cell (Academic Session 2021-22)” under “Notice Board/Circulars/Admission Notices” The duly filled Admission form (including a copy of all requisite Certificates) should reach Chairperson, Centre for Stem Cell Tissue Engineering and Biomedical Excellence, Panjab University, Sector-14, Chandigarh 160014 by 3rd October 2021.

The Admission form (including a copy of all requisite Certificates) can also be sent through email at [email protected] (Department e-mail id) with subject line mentioning Admission form – Stem Cell by 3rd October 2021.

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The Centre will be conducting the Department level Aptitude Test for admission to M.Sc. (Stem Cell & Tissue Engineering) 1st Year for the Session 2021-2022 on 4th October 2021 (Monday) at 11:00 AM in the Lecture Hall of the Centre for Stem Cell Tissue Engineering and Biomedical Excellence (2nd Floor, Pharmacy Extn. Block), Panjab University Chandigarh.            

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NSS National award for PU Student

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Chandigarh September 27, 2021

Panjab University outgoing student of Department of Anthropology, Ms. Ritika Verma, was conferred with a National Service Scheme Award, 2019-20, on 24th September, 2021 at New Delhi by the Honourable President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in presence of Honourable Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Anurag Thakur, in a virtual mode. She happens to be the first student from Panjab University Campus to get this prestigious national award.

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            Ms Verma was selected for this prestigious national award as she provided her services on various social issues and causes as NSS volunteer attached to Panjab University, Chandigarh. She along with her team, organised various activities for sensitising students on Swachhta, menstrual hygiene management, solid waste management and water conservation etc. She contributed in plantation of saplings and cleanliness drives in the adopted village. Her activities in creating awareness in gender sensitisation, literacy campaign, health awareness camps etc. were commendable. She received Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Award at the State Level twice in the years 2018 and 2019. She was also awarded with the Best Volunteer Award by the Panjab University in 2017-18 in recognition of her exemplary and commendable Social Service through NSS.

            This is a proud moment for her parents as she is among the fourteen women out of total 42 national awardees selected across the country. After receiving the award, she was warmly welcomed by more than 100 people in her village near Chandigarh. Ms. Verma thanked Dr. (Mrs.) Navdeep Sharma and Prof. Ashwani Koul, the NSS Coordinators, Panjab University for motivating and encouraging her for the service. She is also grateful to NSS Programme Officer Dr. Sucha Singh and Er. Binesh Bhatia along her academic guide/supervisor Prof. Kewal Krishan for all support and guidance in her proud journey.

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            Ms. Verma has also excelled in academics and research as she recently worked on a very important topic of “Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the science and scientific temper of adolescents and young adults”. We are planning to submit the outcome of the research in an international journal of repute for publication, added Prof. Kewal Krishan, Supervisor of her MSc Dissertation from the Department of Anthropology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

For more details, contact Ritika Verma- 9653670109

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UIPS organised an International Webinar on the occasion of World Pharmacist Day

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Chandigarh September 25, 2021

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University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh, and Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA), Punjab branch successfully organized an international webinar on the occasion of World Pharmacist Day i.e. 25th September. The talk “Regulatory affairs and its role in pharmaceutical industry” was delivered by Ms Vibha Malhotra, Regulatory Affairs, Pfizer/Viatris, Sydney, Australia, an alumnus of UIPS.

Professor Indu Pal Kaur, Chairperson, UIPS & Secretary, IPA, Punjab Branch, extended a cordial welcome and emphasized on the role of pharmacy professionals in various regulatory processes.

Professor Poonam Piplani, Convenor, Lecture organising Team introduced the esteemed chief guest and noted speaker of the day. The Chief Guest of the event, Professor Tilak Raj Bhardwaj, Advisor to the Chancellor, Baddi University of Emerging Sciences and Technology, Baddi (Solan), Himachal Pradesh, Former Vice-Chancellor, BUEST and Former Chairperson UIPS, highlighted the role of India as “Pharmacy of the World” and also the emerging scope of Pharmacy in India.

Ms Vibha Malhotra initiated her talk by introducing the concept of regulatory affairs (RA). Citing the examples of the Elixir Sulphanilamide and Thalidomide disasters, she apprised the students of the evolution of regulatory affairs in the world and the role of rigorous regulatory checks that a pharmaceutical product undergoes for ensuring safety and efficacy on its path from the laboratory to the clinics. She further elucidated the significance of pharmaceutical regulatory bodies in the world, and threw light on the liaison role of RA professionals and their expertise in making workable plans for different regulatory processes.

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The talk was followed by an enthusiastic round of Q/A session involving students, researchers as well as UIPS faculty. The talk was successfully concluded by a vote of thanks and felicitation by Professor Indu Pal Kaur.

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French expert team from EU & AFD visits 24×7 water supply projects sites

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Evaluated Scope of work taken in the 24×7 project

Chandigarh, September 24:- The French expert team from EU and AFD today visited Water Works of Sector-39, Chandigarh and studied the existing infrastructure viz-a-viz the scope of work taken in the 24×7 project was evaluated.

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Accompanied by the senior officers of Public Health Circle, Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh the team also visited Maloya Resettlement Colony and discussed to explore the provisions of continuous water supply in the colony. The team also studied the Grievance Addressable Mechanism of MCC and visited Rose Club, Sector-16 Chandigarh.

The water connections mechanisms and Bill dispute redressal mechanism were also reviewed by EU/AFD team by visiting billing office at Sector -18, Chandigarh. Provisions taken to improve the quality of life in Sanjay Colony were discussed at length and the team had a first hand information on the present status of the colony by visiting the same.

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The team also visited Sector-17 MCC office . Thereafter, discussions were held to finalize the Monitoring as Evaluation tools of the Project. The important dates of the projects/time lines w.r.t. signing of Credit Facility Agreement and Project Agreement were deliberated. The provisions for engaging Long Term Technical Assistance were discussed and the Mission ended on a positive note to proceed further.

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DDNSS organized a webinar on India’s National Security Futures

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Chandigarh September 24, 2021

The Department of Defence and National Security Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh  organized a special lecture on the theme ‘India’s National Security Futures’ by Lt Gen Raj Shukla YSM,SM, GOC-in-C Army Training Command, Shimla through online mode.

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Gen Shukla in his address brought out the seven key postulates that can shape and define the national security futures viz information,  role of technology, Artificial Intelligence, digitalization, R&D, foreign policy and economic buildup, capacity building, Border Management, climatic issues and civil-military fusion. He  mentioned how everything happening around us is linked to the domain of National Security.  He first brought out the effects of pandemic and how it has affectively disturbed the health services, economic buildup, social structure and the geo-politics of the world. He further highlighted the role of information in national security wherein sharing and assimilating the right information at the right time is key to secure your domain at the larger perspective.

He further added that the nation has to strengthen its Artificial Intelligence (AI) vis-a-vis its neighbours and beyond.  In addition to enhance our AI, the nation also has to work profusely on technological research and development. The changing technology has changed the parameters of war fighting and the future of armed forces is not limited to the borders but has to look beyond their area of interest and reach. The strategic depth is what the nations are looking for and that can only be achieved by enhancing our assets.  

The speaker aptly emphasized on the significance of foreign policy too. The present world order has called for a more strong yet supple foreign policy wherein country’s national interest should not be compromised. The Geo-political, geo-economic conditions define country’s stature in conjunction with its foreign policy and decision making.

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Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice-Chancellor Panjab University graced the event as Chief Guest and shared his views on the role, contribution and the supreme sacrifice the armed forces have made in the security of the nation. He highlighted the significance of discipline like national security in raising the consciousness amongst the masses, to acknowledge the hardship of the forces and contribute to nation building.  

Earlier, Dr Jaskaran Singh Waraich, Chairperson, introduced the speaker to the audience and welcomed all the distinguished dignitaries who joined the special lecture.

Later Gen. Shukla answered the various queries raised by the audience. The lecture was presided by Prof Rakesh Datta. The webinar was attended by various notable personalities like Lt. Gen K J Singh (Retd) former Army Commander, Western Command; Maj Gen Amarjit Singh (Retd) Director Gyan Chakra, members of Gyan Chakra and Gyan Setu think tanks, Senior veterans, serving armed forces personnel, university faculty, research scholars and students from various departments of the University.  

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Special Lecture on “PAKISTAN’S NUCLEAR BRINKMANSHIP” at the DDNSS, PU

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Chandigarh September 23, 2021

The Department of Defence and National Security Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized a special webinar on the theme “Pakistan’s Nuclear Brinkmanship” by Dr. Shalini Chawla ,today.

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Dr Shalini Chawla is a distinguished fellow and heads Pakistan and Afghanistan studies at the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS), New Delhi. She was a research scholar at the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, 1999-2002. She was the Project Director for an Indian Council of Social Science Research project -Afghanistan: The US Drawdown and Beyond (2013-2015). She joined CAPS in 2006 and focus of her studies is Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The special focus of the lecture was to give a detailed analysis of Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine and nuclear policy. While initiating the lecture, Dr. Shalini explained it is very important to understand Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine as it is an unwritten document. We have seen that Pakistan has been using its nuclear power many times to create deterrence and threats through social media and by other means. It always seeks to create a projection of uncertainty or irrationality before other countries because maintaining a posture of irrationality definitely helps Pakistan. She further stated that Pakistan has four primary objectives for maintaining nuclear weapons. These are; to attain parity, avoid conventional war, support non-state actors conducting terrorism against India and to deter New Delhi from any conventional move in response to a Pak supported terrorist act. 

She pointed out that according to defence planners in Pakistan, nuclear weapons provided the ultimate guarantee of security for the state and, because of this, it could be seen as the leader of the Islamic world. She also said that Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine is India-centric and its primary aim is to provide credible minimum deterrence. But Pakistan always keeps the aim of minimum credible deterrence flexible. Pakistan has kept its doctrine India-centric because it knows it is unable to cope with India’s conventional military capability, primarily due to asymmetry with a larger, stronger and better managed India.

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 Regarding the First use policy of Pakistan, she explained that Pakistan believes that being the weaker state it can compensate weakness by taking a bold initiative. Pakistan has often claimed that it would/could use nuclear weapon at the very beginning of the war with India if the Indian military even crossed the international border. Pakistan rejected India’s proposal for a joint no first -use pledge in the aftermath of the nuclear tests as they felt it would benefit India only. She further highlighted that Pakistan reliance on first use policy for long time seems to be emerging from three factors. Firstly, to deter India from using its conventional military against Pakistan under any circumstances. Secondly Pakistan wants an option open for “ Pre-emptive strikes” against India and thirdly Pakistan has failed to consider the consequences of the Indian retaliation.

She further said that in 2002, Lt. Gen Khalid Kidwai had said that Pakistan would certainly use nuclear weapons if the deterrence failed. But then, in 2006, when the Indo-US nuclear deal was negotiated, General Khalid said that Pakistan was a responsible nuclear power. While talking about the full spectrum deterrence of Pakistan she said that according to Pakistan the need for full-spectrum deterrence was strongly felt after India talked about the possibility of limited conventional warfare under nuclear control. Full-spectrum deterrence for Pakistan means full spectrum deterrence against the full spectrum of perceived Indian threats at tactical, operational, and strategic levels. Apart from this, Pakistan has very logically maintained a posture of irrationality. She further said that Pakistan felt more confident to prosecute its low-cost proxy war against India under the nuclear umbrella and used the policy of first use as a shield under which terrorism grew.

Talking about Pakistan’s nuclear capability, she highlighted that it has about 165 nuclear warheads and Islamabad reportedly continues to produce HEU (highly enriched uranium) for weapons at the rate of at least 100 kg per year. She further said that nuclear weapons are in sync with the strategic culture of Pakistan which beliefs in an aggressive approach and use of terror. Also, terror is supported by interpretations of the teachings of the Holy Quran. The military has relied on the strategy of using terror as a weapon. After discussing Pakistan’s nuclear strategy, she stressed that India’s nuclear capability and credibility need to be strengthened so that it can counter any nuclear threat from Pakistan.

 The lecture was attended by members of various faculty members, serving and retired armed officers pursuing various courses in the department, research scholars and students. The lecture was followed by a question answer session with the audience.

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Ice-Breaking, Engaging Sessions for new MSc students held at UIFT&VD, PU

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Chandigarh September 23, 2021

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The new students of Master’s Degree (Fashion & Lifestyle Technology) at University Institute of Fashion Technology & Vocational Development, (UIFT & VD), Panjab University, Chandigarh were welcomed with a series of Ice-breaking and engaging orientation sessions online today.

            A special invited lecture was conducted by Dr Neha Miglani on ‘Creating a Personal Brand’ in which she elucidated nuances of personal branding and the significance of establishing an identity with one’s work. The thrust was on values and principles to keep in mind when one launches themselves in the industry. 

            Dr Megha Sharma took the second lecture on “Integrating Fashion Study” in which she shared her experience of creating a career out of a not-so-conventional field like fashion studies. 

            Dr Anu H. Gupta, Chairperson of U.I.F.T. & V.D., took a bridge session with students and introduced them to the department followed by an all-faculty online introduction of faculty members with new students.

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            The last lecture of the orientation day was conducted by Dr Namita Gupta, who spoke on “Human Rights and the Fashion Industry”. She talked about many concepts related to Fashion Industry like fast fashion, fair practices, fair wages to workers, concern for the environment etc. Students were encouraged  to design and work on concepts which are environment friendly. 

            Students shared their concerns and gave constructive feedback regarding their expectations of being in the department. “We are very excited about the new session and we are glad to be back to our department where we did BSc,” said Niharika, a student of MSc. 

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French experts in city for 24×7 water supply

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Chandigarh, September 23:- Experts from French development agency AFD and EU today visited Chandigarh to review the 24×7 pan city water supply project. The team will study the technical aspects of the project and will visit the project sites till 25th September, 2021.


The team met with Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation-cum-CEO, Chandigarh Smart City Ltd. and other officers of CSCL and MCC to review the project details.


The Commissioner welcomed the team including Sh. Pierre and Sh. Ankit from AFD and Ms. Delphine and Mr. Jatin from EU and conveyed her gratitude towards EU for grant in aid and AFD for the loan approved.


While sharing the details, the Commissioner said that various technical aspects of the project have been discussed including detailed plan, the financial, environmental and social impacts. She said that issues were discussed among mode of procurement, its adaptability among the masses, capacity building, functioning of the project, and public impact.


She said that the project costing Rs. 591.57 crores stands approved by the AFD/EU and a loan of Rs. 48.00 ME and grant in aid of 11.38 ME stands approved. The credit liability agreement between DEA and AFD will be signed shortly.

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The Commissioner said that the French experts team will also visit the sector 39 main water works, resettlement colonies, slum colonies and MCC office to assess its supply system and talk to the officials, technical experts, engineers and local residents.

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Date of B.Ed Admissions Extended

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Chandigarh September 22, 2021

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The Panjab University revised the schedule and the registration date for admission to B. Ed courses in Colleges of Chandigarh and has extended it from 22.09.2021 to 25.09.2021. Aspiring candidates can avail this window to register for admissions in BEd general, B. Ed Intellectual disability( in GRIID )and in B. Ed Yoga in colleges  at  the website chandigarhbed.puchd.ac.in

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माता मनसा देवी बोर्ड की सीईओ के नेतृत्व में चलास्वच्छता अभियान

PU Enactus team Launches Cloth-based Sanitary Napkins

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Chandigarh September 21, 2021

Enactus team, Dr. S. S. Bhatnagar University Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology (SSBUICET),  Panjab University in collaboration with Developing Indigenous Resources-India (DIR) and Versatile Group, Ludhiana launched reusable, cost-effective and eco-friendly cloth-based sanitary napkins under its Project Uday, at an event held today at Janata Colony, Nayagaon.

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A team of more than  50 student members, dedicated towards a common goal of bringing “the best suitable business model” in order to shape a better society has come forward to raise concerns surrounding the challenges that affect the health and wellbeing of women and girls due to the lack of hygienic menstrual products. Upon in-depth research, the team found that menstrual hygiene practices were unsatisfactory among the rural women, often pushing them to the edge of being the most vulnerable to infections and health problems, averred Prof. Seema Kapoor, Faculty Advisor of Enactus team.

Thus, the team started working on reusable cloth-based sanitary napkins that could be an affordable and eco-friendly alternative to generic plastic based sanitary napkins available in the market.

The guest of honor for the event was Ms. Geetanjali Bakshi, Coordinator of CSR project Amodini of Versatile Group, who was instrumental in getting the sponsorship for 2 Usha automatic sewing machines and accessories worth Rs.55000/ for the community. Also the special fabric for sanitary napkins is being sponsored by Versatile group under its CSR project. 

The event saw participation from underprivileged ladies working under project Uday, Enactus students and DIR staff. 

In the presence of dignitaries, Ms. Bakshi distributed Sanitary Napkin kits, each comprising of 4 napkins in 1 potli to over 30 ladies of the  slums of Janta Colony, ensuring accessibility of safe and quality assured menstrual products. If compared with the standard cloth based sanitary napkins available in the global market, the product is approximately 70-80% cheaper than the ones conventionally available and is tested upon various paramete by NABL accredited labs. 

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Dr. Asha Katoch, CEO of DIR, a non-profit charitable trust has been working relentlessly for the upliftment of slum dwellers for the past 17 years, with the objectives of promoting health, providing education and facilitating income generation in the slum community. She has been at the front in keeping up with the cause of building awareness among the rural population on menstruation. In addition to this, Dr. Asha has extended her trust and support through the provision of skill development and training for the community of ladies. 

Prof. Kapoor highlighted how pandemic has made things worse with restricted availability of hygienic sanitary products, increased poverty and disruption of essential services. She advocated for building community awareness and supporting female hygiene. Ms. Bakshi emphasized the importance of getting over the period stereotypes and ensure easy access to related supplies.

Accentuating the need of promoting reusable sanitary napkins, Akshit Kalra, President of Enactus team, Meesha, Vice president of Enactus team and other team members namely Yash, Nandini, Dea, Ravnoor, Sanya, Leeza and Abhinav participated and vocalized the cause of adopting menstrual hygiene practices.