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FIRST AID TRAINING PROGRAMME

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Chandigarh September 25, 2021

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Today, i.e. September 25th, 2021, the students of Masters in Social Work (MSW) 3rd semester were imparted with the first AID Training by Dr Rakesh Khullar, Ex-Medical Officer, Health Centre, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

He shared the three P formula – Preserve life, Prevent Injury and Promote Recovery as the most crucial aspects in First AID. He said that saving the life of the individual after any accident or injury is the most important task. We should also work on avoiding the injuries, as prevention is better than cure. He emphasized the role of promoting the recovery rate by undertaking appropriate steps.  He shared the importance of the golden hour, which is the first hour after any injury as the most crucial in saving the life of the individual.  He said that the person who met with an accident should be taken to the hospital at the earliest.

He also demonstrated to the students the exact way of washing hands with other hygiene maintaining activities. He shared the importance of using soaps over other material and how to have maximum foam from the soaps. He also shared various precautions to be taken-up after any animal bite like dog, cat, rat or monkey. The most important thing after animal bite is to wash it under running tap water for at least 15 minutes and rush to the doctor immediately for it’s vaccination. He gave the RICE acronym in case of a foot sprain in which Rest, Icing, Compression and Elevation are the most important aspects that we have to follow.

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Gaurav Gaur, Chairperson, Centre for Social Work also addressed the students and said that all these training programmes are meant to enhance the capacity of students. He said that all the skills learnt today would be useful in future especially in the fieldwork to all of them.

Himani Pant one of the students who attended the session said that “ it was an eye opening session for me and I really liked the way all these things were conveyed to us and especially the RICE acronym” Tanya Chandel welcomed the resource person and Tabisha Kanwar, from MSW – 3rd semester proposed a formal vote of thanks.

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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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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. 

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Dr. Ali Abbas on review panel of “Pakistan Journal of Media Sciences”.

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Chandigarh September 21, 2021

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Dr Ali Abbas, Coordinator of the Urdu department, Panjab University, Chandigarh has been picked up as a member of the editorial, Advisory Board and Manuscript reviewer for “Pakistan Journal of Media Sciences”.

            This research Journal is being published under the Society for Social Science and Research Association, Karachi, Pakistan.

“It is an Honorary Membership of the Editorial Board” the communication added.

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            In yet another communication received by Dr. Ali Abbas, he has also been picked up as a reviewer of yet another Urdu Research journal “Bazyaft” Published by Pakistan based University of the Punjab, Lahore.

            “The main aim of the journal is to provide a platform for researchers working in or about Urdu language and literature,” The communication added.

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International World Bamboo Day Celebration 2021

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Chandigarh September 20, 2021

DST-Centre for Policy Research (CPR) at Punjab University, Chandigarh in collaboration with World Bamboo Organization, USA successfully organized a virtual webinar for the celebration of International World Bamboo Day 2021 on September 18 (Saturday). The theme of the webinar was Scope of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in Bamboo Sector.

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Eminent speakers from various national and international organizations shared their thoughts and approach towards proliferating bamboo for sustainable development and consumption in India. Susanne Lucas, the Executive Director, World Bamboo Organization (WBO), USA shared a special message on the bamboo and role of WBO to promote it worldwide.

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The prominent experts and speakers for the event were Mr. Sanjeev Karpe, Founder, Director, Konkan, Bamboo and Cane Development Centre, Maharashtra, Dr. Merdelyn, Vice Chancellor, Research and Extension, University of Philippines, Dr. Ajit SIngh Naosekpam, Consultant, South East Asia, Bamcore, Chandigarh; Dr. Santosh Oinam, Scientific Officer, DST-CPR at PU; Dr. Natasha Saini, Assistant Professor, Abhilashi Group of Institutions, Mandi, H.P.; Dr. Harjit Kaur Bajwa, Assistant Professor, Chandigarh University, Mohali. The speakers showcased various technologies, applications and utility of Bamboo. They also deliberated upon the issues on policy perspective in India and emphasized that India can be a leader in the global market. They also deliberated that in coming future, if farmers in India will focus on growing bamboo and commercializing it worldwide, they can contribute to address the economic challenges being faced by Indian farmers. According to Prof. Nirmala Chongtham, the World Bamboo Ambassador from India and Coordinator of DST-CPR at PU, Chandigarh, an agreement has been signed between the WBO and Vietnam government on 18th September to hold the 4th World Bamboo Workshop in Vietnam in 2022.