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Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Punjab

WITH AN AIM TO NURTURE SPORTS TALENT AT SCHOOL LEVEL, GOVT WILL SOON RECRUIT 2000 PTI TEACHERS: HARJOT BAINS

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Chandigarh, April 26:

In a significant push to further strengthen the state’s education system and nurture sports talent at school level amidst the ongoing “Sikhya Kranti” program, Punjab Government will recruit 2000 Physical Training Instructor (PTI) teachers for primary schools across the state, announced S. Harjot Singh Bains, Minister of School Education, Punjab.

He said that the requisition has been forwarded to the Recruitment Board of the School Education department to fill these posts, emphasising that recruitment process will be merit-based and in transparent manner.

Highlighting the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s efforts, S. Harjot Singh Bains said that the government has already filled over 13000 school teachers vacancies in the past three years, including 4006 Master Cadre teachers and 7351 ETT teachers. The government has also prioritised promotions across various cadres, including 2600 Master Cadre teachers promoted as Lecturers, 425 ETT teachers promoted as Master Cadre teachers, 350 PTIs promoted as DPEs, 57 Principals promoted as DEOs, 75 non-teaching staff promoted as Master Cadre teachers, and 450 Master Cadre teachers promoted as Headmasters.         

The recruitment of PTI teachers would supplement the Punjab Government’s drive to establish playgrounds in all schools, ensuring students have access to proper sports infrastructure. These PTI teachers will play a pivotal role in training students, promoting physical fitness, and channelizing their energy into constructive activities, fostering discipline, teamwork, and overall well-being of the students, the Education Minister added.

He further said that the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government has been pulling all stops to ensure a robust and accessible education system that empowers students to reach their full potential and nurture academic excellence to transform Punjab’s educational landscape.

The School Education Secretary Ms. Anindita Mitra informed that the details regarding application process and eligibility criteria would be available on the official website educationrecruitmentboard.com within seven days.

Divulging the qualification details for the PTI teachers, she said that an  applicant must have passed 10th class with Punjabi and he/she should have passed 10+2 with at least two years diploma or certificate in Physical Education as Diploma in Physical Education or certificate in Physical Education (D.P.Ed/C.P.Ed) or have done this course with any other nomenclature. The eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and performance in a written exam and physical fitness test.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

88-year-old man with multiple heart blockages treated successfully via Laser Coronary Angiography at Fortis Mohali

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Chandigarh, April 17, 2025: A team of doctors at Fortis Hospital Mohali led by Dr RK Jaswal, Head of Department and Director of Cardiology and Director – Cathlabs has recently treated an 88-year-old diabetic man, who had been suffering from prolonged coronary artery disease and was experiencing severe chest pain. The patient was immediately rushed for Laser Coronary Angioplasty, also known as Excimer Laser Coronary Angioplasty (ELCA), which revealed heavy calcium deposits in the stent deployed more than 30 years ago in his heart’s coronary arteries, along with thrombus (blood clot) andsevere blockage of stent.

The Patiala-based patient had undergone angioplasty about 30 years ago in New Delhi. The stent blockage with heavy calcium deposit and clot formation inside the stent were causing severe chest pain and discomfort in him. However, the symptoms were severe and recurrent despite optimal medical management. Since the patient was in critical condition, none of the hospitals in Patiala admitted him and took the risk of performing any high risk cardiac intervention. His family members immediately rushed him to the Fortis Hospital, Mohali for the advanced treatment options.

Considering the patient’s age and critical condition, Dr Jaswal conducted Laser Coronary Angioplasty, wherein high-intensity laser light was used to remove blockages in his blocked coronary arteries, without wasting any further time. This procedure is the latest and most advanced technology for patients suffering from multiple heart blockages in previously deployed stent. The Patient had a smooth post-operative recovery and was discharged within two days after the surgery.

Discussing the benefits of ELCA in such critical cases, Dr Jaswal, said, “ELCA is a breakthrough in heart treatment. Unlike routine angioplasty, which can lead to the sudden blockage of arteries and clot formation, ELCA completely annihilates the material blocking the heart arteries, leaving no risk of further complications. This makes it a safer and more effective option, especially for patients with high clot loads or those who have previously undergone stent treatments. For patients with complex coronary heart disease, including small vessel disease, bifurcation blockages, and those with failed stents or bypass grafts, ELCA is a game-changer. It reopens blocked arteries more effectively, providing relief where traditional methods fall short and reducing the chances of future heart attacks.”

Dr Jaswal further added, “Laser is extremely helpful in patients who have undergone bypass surgery in the past and come back with heart diseases again due to blocked bypass grafts. In such cases, laser can restore blood flow in the degenerated grafts much more effectively than routine angioplasty and stenting with distal protection device.”

About Fortis Healthcare

Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,700 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world’s most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana

Officials must ensure safety of farmers’ crops in mandis: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh, April 12 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has said that if mustard or wheat crop of a farmer gets wet in any grain market, then strict action will be taken against the officials of the Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board.
The Chief Minister, taking cognizance of the news related to the wetting of crops of farmers in the grain markets of Nathusari Chopta, Sirsa and Narnaund published in some newspapers, said that when the crop of the farmer reaches the market, then it becomes the responsibility of Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board to ensure the protection of the crop from rain etc. Taking seriously the matter of wetting of mustard and wheat crops in these mandis, he said that strict action will be taken against the officer and employee found guilty for this. He directed that action should be taken against the accused in this case and the Chief Minister should be informed by April 15 about what steps officers are taking to resolve this matter.
 He instructed the departmental officers to keep an eye on the weather and make advance preparations for the safety of the crops coming to the market so that the farmers do not suffer any kind of loss.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana

Haryana Chief Secretary Emphasizes 100% Aadhaar Coverage

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Chandigarh, April 2 – Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi chaired a crucial meeting of the Unique Identification Implementation Committee (UIDIC) here today, stressing the need for 100% Aadhaar penetration across the state.

To accelerate Aadhaar registration, Sh. Rastogi directed all departments including bankers and Department of Post to ensure the full activation of Aadhaar enrollment kits at the earliest. He emphasized the optimal utilization of available resources to make Aadhaar services more accessible.

He further directed that special enrollment camps be conducted in both government and private schools to facilitate Aadhaar registration for students. Additionally, he urged the promotion of the M-Aadhaar App and My-Aadhaar Portal to enhance digital access for citizens.

Highlighting the importance of Aadhaar-linked authentication, he asked the School Education Department to run awareness campaigns urging parents to complete Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for their children at the ages of 5 and 15. He also directed all the departments of Haryana to ensure Aadhaar based authentication of beneficiaries of various services offered at Aadhaar Centers and other offices. He further directed that Aadhaar-based face authentication attendance system to be deployed across all government departments.

During the meeting, Smt. Bhawna Garg, Deputy Director General, UIDAI Regional Office, Chandigarh, highlighted the need to increase Aadhaar enrollment among children aged 0-5 years. She proposed deploying Aadhaar kits at immunization centers, with collaboration between the Health Department and the Department of Women and Child Development (WCD) to ensure full coverage for young children.

The meeting was attended by senior officials from various departments, including banking and postal representatives.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

8th Edition of Red Saree Run Celebrates Fitness, Culture and Empowerment

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Chandigarh: The 8th edition of the Red Saree Run, a unique fitness initiative blending tradition with health, was held successfully today at Chandigarh Club to mark the International Women’s Day. Organized by The Run Club and supported by Fortis Hospital Mohali, the event saw enthusiastic participation from more than 300 women across various age categories, reaffirming its status as a much-anticipated annual event.

Flagged off at 6:30 am by Chandigarh Mayor, Harpreet Kaur Babla, Dr Shweta Tahlan, Consultant, Gynae Onco-Surgery; and Deepti Singh, Associate Consultant, Endocrine and Breast Cancer Surgery, the event featured two categories – a 3 km Saree Walk and a 5 km Saree Run. Participants embraced the challenge of running in red sarees, turning the morning into a vibrant celebration of fitness and feminine pride.

The post-run activities included a felicitation ceremony, healthy refreshments and interactive stalls, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and wellness.

Abhijit Singh, Head-SBU, Fortis Hospital Mohali; said, “At Fortis Hospital Mohali, we believe in empowering women to take charge of their health. The Red Saree Run is a fantastic initiative that encourages fitness while embracing our cultural heritage. We are proud to support an event that celebrates strength, resilience, and community spirit.”

Speaking on the occasion, Paveela Bali, founder of The Run Club, expressed her joy at the event’s growing popularity: “TRC’s Red Saree Run is not just about fitness; it’s about celebrating being a woman in a fun and inclusive way. Seeing women of all ages come together year after year is truly inspiring.”

With its continued success, the Saree Run has cemented itself as a signature event in Chandigarh’s fitness calendar. The organizers aim to make future editions even bigger, fostering a deeper connection between fitness, tradition and community spirit.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

International Women’s Day: W.E.E.D initiative launched to empower women entrepreneurs

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Chandigarh, March 8

In a path-breaking development, the Women Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development (W.E.E.D) initiative, a structured one-year program dedicated to fostering women-led start-ups, was officially unveiled at a press conference held at Press Club, Chandigarh.

W.E.E.D, a brain child of Navneet Kaur Dhillon, a former Femina Miss India World, actress, and entrepreneur, is a significant step towards empowering women entrepreneurs by providing them with mentorship, funding opportunities, and industry connections crucial for scaling their ventures.

“W.E.E.D initiative is designed to address key areas vital for business where we will provide women entrepreneurs access to a strong network of mentors, investors, and experts,” said Navneet Kaur Dhillon at the press meet.

Navneet, on being asked about the reason for crossing over from the entertainment industry and taking on a new role of ‘mentor to women entrepreneurs’ said: “I have always been passionate about women empowerment. I conceptualised W.E.E.D as I wanted to do something concrete to empower women. I feel that as a pageant winner, my exposure & experience will help me connect and reach out to women with start-up ideas and encourage them to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.”

Sharing his thoughts on the occasion, Sahil Makkar, Chairman and CEO of Punjab Angels Network (PAN) – which is committed to developing the start-up ecosystem in the region, and owns W.E.E.D as its subsidiary, said: “Through W.E.E.D, we will facilitate collaborations and partnerships for expanding reach. Through investor engagement, we will link high-potential women-led start-ups with investors for business scaling. We will help start-ups connect with financial resources to accelerate growth”

In reply to a question from the media, Makkar, an alumnus of the Indian School of Business (ISB) and executive education from IIM, Bangalore, who brings over 13 years of experience as a CA and finance educator, said: “PAN has played a pivotal role in creating a thriving start-up ecosystem in the region.”

“Similarly, WEED is an initiative that will provide the much-needed support and will facilitate women entrepreneurs to thrive. Through mentorship, funding, and networking, we aim to bridge the gap and create a strong foundation for women-led businesses,” added Makkar, who has written two books on start-ups — How to raise Start-up funding in India and How to Manage Finance @ Start-up’s.

Navneet Kaur Dhillon & Sahil Makkar revealed that the W.E.E.D Program will initially select 10 women entrepreneurs for an intensive three-month mentorship, followed by the inclusion of 10 more women, focusing on scaling their businesses over the next nine months.

With a strong vision to support women from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, WEED aims to create a lasting impact by addressing challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and providing them with the tools and networks necessary for success, they said.

Meanwhile, the launch of WEED coincided with Transform 13.0, an event featuring a line-up of esteemed speakers and experts in women entrepreneurship. Insightful thoughts were shared by Pooja Nayar, Founder of Pratham HR and Legal Solutions, Chair, PHDCCI SHE Forum; Dr Nancy Juneja, CEO and Founder of MENTORx, also a TEDx and Josh Speaker; Ms Mamta Bhardwaj, COO, STPI NEURON Centre of Excellence(CoE) Mohali; Ms Isha Taneja, Co-Founder and CEO of Complere Infosystem, also TiE Women Chair, TiE Chandigarh, and Anuradha Chawla, Founder and CEO of Bbetter Solutions, also a performance coach and corporate trainer.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

A self assured woman is a brand ambassador for the whole world: Experts at TiEcon echo the need to increase women participation at all levels

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CHANDIGARH, MARCH 7

Underlining that an empowered woman catapults the whole ecosystem around her with qualities of hard-work, dedication, empathy and inspiration, the leading women entrepreneurs here on Friday made a case for urgent need to increase women participation at all levels

The women thought leaders including the National Awards Winner Actor and Consume Designer Dolly Ahluwalia, TEDx Speaker and serial entrepreneur Anooja Bashir of  Flexicloud besides Director Research and Innovation Dr. Ruchi Singla of CGC Landran , and founder CEO Web.com (India) Atreyee Borooah Thekedath set the stage on fire ahead paying their tributes to Women Power ahead of International Women’s Day here at TiECON 2025 being held in the City Beautiful. The panel discussion was moderated by co-founder Talentegia Technologies Advait Upadhyay. 

TiECON Chandigarh is the brainchild of leading entrepreneurs and thinkers to provide a thriving ecosystem to budding and aspiring entrepreneurs through mentoring, networking, education, incubation and funding. The 10th edition of TiECON Chandigarh is taking place in the Hyatt Regency here. 

Echoing the sentiment that the world today needs more women leaders to make the world more peaceful, prospering and healthy, the panel agreed that women changemakers are the biggest contributors towards attracting budding talent as they are more empathetic and inspiring to others. 

Speaking on the occasion, National Awards Winner Actor and Consume Designer Dolly Ahluwalia said that the biggest strength of a leader is being true to herself and to never be afraid of failure and that is where women stand out shiningly. “I believe in flowing like a river uninterrupted in tandem with my personality traits. And that is what I wish to convey to budding entrepreneurs to always trust in your strengths and be open to learning. 

“There are layers of bad experiences which we need to learn from and remove those as we progress in our life,” she added with an analogy of being a costume designer. 

Taking the discussion forward, TEDx Speaker and serial entrepreneur Anooja Bashir said what she learnt very quickly in her business journey was that only having ideas won’t work until you have a plan to implement those on ground with hardwork and dedication. 

“To make equality thrive at workplace, we must have a work culture which regards hard work and passion to succeed, said Director Research and Innovation Dr. Ruchi Singla. 

Raising the pitch further for more and more women leaders to lead businesses, founder CEO Web.com (India) Atreyee Borooah Thekedath who is the first woman entrepreneur of Assam said domain expertise coupled with clarity of vision forms the key aspects of lasting success for a leader.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

Sports an integral part of education: IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal says IPL number 1 make-in-India brand post independence 

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CHANDIGARH, MARCH 7

Stressing that both in life and sports the success mantra is to adopt, innovate and never take eyes off the ball, IPL Chairman Arun Singh Dhumal said that sports is an integral part of education without which holistic development is not possible.

Dhumal was sharing his thoughts during a discussion at TIECON 2025. The engrossing session was moderated by TiE Chandigarh Vice President Puneet Verma. 

TiECON Chandigarh is the brainchild of leading entrepreneurs and thinkers to provide a thriving ecosystem to budding and aspiring entrepreneurs through mentoring, networking, education, incubation and funding. The 10th edition of TiECON Chandigarh is taking place in the Hyatt Regency here. 

“We need to impart our students the importance of taking failures in our stride which Sports teaches so beautifully. In every sport, we fail in one attempt and get up again and win, he said. 

On being asked to share the circumstances leading to him joining the Cricket administration, Arun Kumar Dhumal  said my brother Anurag Thakur was interestingly never interested in politics and he just wanted to play Cricket for the nation. Some things are not in our control, and he joined politics and I ended up taking Cricket Administration, he added.

Referring to incremental upgradation of cricketing infrastructure across the country, he said it is not a coincidence that world’s biggest stadium is in our country. The penetration of Cricket in the tier 2 and tier 3 cities has done amazing for the game’s progress across the country. 

“IPL is the Number 1 Make in India brand post independence and IPL has made Cricket more accessible to larger chunk of population and more and more youngsters from small cities form the nucleus of our teams, which is amazing to attract more talent,” Dhumal added.

On being asked to name his favourite player, Dhumal promptly said it has to be the great Kapil Dev for leading the nation into self belief and ability to beat any team.

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

The Department of Psychiatry at PGIMER organizes one-day Continuing Rehabilitation Programme (CRE) on “Neuropsychology: Assessment and Intervention”

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The Department of Psychiatry at PGIMER organized a one-day Continuing Rehabilitation Programme (CRE) on “Neuropsychology: Assessment and Intervention”.

 The event, which drew delegates from across the country, was aimed at advancing the understanding of neuropsychological assessments and interventions in mental health and rehabilitation. The programme was inaugurated by the organizing chairperson, Prof. D. Basu, Head of the Department of Psychiatry, who delivered the welcome address.

The event also featured Prof. R.K. Ratho, Dean of Academics, as the chief guest, and Dr. Roopesh B.N., Additional Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology at NIMHANS, as the guest of honor. The inauguration ceremony featured and acknowledged organizing secretaries, Dr. Devender Kumar and Dr. Krishan Kumar, alongside other core organizing team members, Dr. Lalit Kumar and Dr. Renjith Pillai, for their contribution to the success of the event. The CRE attracted a diverse audience of mental health professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and junior and senior residents in psychiatry, reflecting the growing interest in neuropsychology within the mental health community.

The workshop featured a range of expert speakers in the field of clinical neuropsychology, who shared valuable insights and practical expertise with the participants. Key scientific sessions during the morning session focused on the structural and functional aspects of the brain, presented by Prof. Shubmohan Singh. Dr. Roopesh B.N. also delivered an engaging session on neurocognitive assessments in children and the neurophysiological basis of neuropsychological retraining. The afternoon sessions delved into specific topics, including neuropsychological deficits in various psychiatric disorders, discussed by Dr. Jyoti Mishra (Assistant Professor, GMCH-32), and the fundamentals of neuropsychological assessments and interventions for adults, presented by Prof. Hardeep Lal Joshi.

The workshop also explored cognitive rehabilitation in traumatic brain injury and stroke, with a session by Dr. Mohammed Afsar, Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Chacha Nehru Bal Chikitsalaya. The diverse range of topics and expert speakers garnered high appreciation from the delegates. The event concluded with engaging discussions and a deeper understanding of the evolving role of neuropsychology in mental health care and rehabilitation. The CRE served as an important platform for professionals in the field to enhance their knowledge and exchange ideas on the latest developments in neuropsychological practice.

Chandigarh

BOOTHS AND SHOPS TO MOTOR MARKETS IN MOHALI TO BE ALLOTED SOON: MUNDIAN ASSURED AT VIDHAN SABHA

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Chandigarh, February 25 The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has successfully completed the numbering draw for the allotment of booths and shops designated for motor mechanics in Sector 65, near Village Kambali, SAS Nagar. This initiative is part of GMADA’s efforts to streamline the allocation process and ensure transparency in the distribution of commercial spaces.

Disclosing this, Housing and Urban Development Minister Hardip Singh Mundia informed the Vidhan Sabha during question hour, GMADA has applied for the registration of this project with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). The allotment letters for the booths and shops will be issued once the project is formally registered with RERA in compliance with regulatory requirements. He was responding to a query raised by MLA Kulwant Singh regarding the allotment of the Motor Market constructed by GMADA in SAS Nagar. The Cabinet Minister informed the House that GMADA is committed to adhering to all regulatory protocols and ensuring a fair and transparent allotment process. He assured that the allotment letters will be issued promptly after the project receives RERA registration.