The two-day International 'School Leaders' Conference organized by NISA concludes

Chandigarh, December 20, 2024

The two-day International 'School Leaders' Conference, being held at Hotel Park Plaza, Zirakpur, under the aegis of Federation of Private Schools, Haryana and NISA concluded with great pomp and show. A large number of people from the country and abroad participated in this conference.

NISA President Kulbhushan Sharma said that on the concluding day, all the school leaders resolved to not to leave any stone unturned to make the country's education policy successful and to provide quality education to the children of the state and will improve the shortcomings of their schools by working on the quality charter of Nisha, so that the new National Education Policy could be made successful in collaboration with the government and the country.

He said that discussion on 100 model schools was held during the conference. Hundreds of schools showed interest in 100 model schools and said that we all want to transform their schools into model schools. Kulbhushan Sharma said that now a meeting will be held with all the schools and they will be given information of the format of 100 model schools. Following which selection criteria will be drafted and the schools which will fulfill the eligibility criteria will be made a part of 100 model schools. After this, discussion will be held with many more NGOs and companies to elevate their quality. This model will commence from next year.

He said that this scheme will be provided only to schools and after that this program will run for 3 years. In this, first of all the schools will be assessed and the assessment will be done every year. He said that a monitoring team will also be formed for them, which will monitor and support the school directors to make it successful from time to time. He assured the school directors that within 3 years their schools will be made better and the standard will be elevated, which will prove to be an example before the whole country and show new direction in the field of education. 

At the end of the conference, the school directors expressed their full confidence in NISA and its President Kulbhushan Sharma adding that they were ready to work with NISA and work for the improvement of these 100 schools.

Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev supports Indian Education Board advocates for ‘One Nation One Education’

Chandigarh, 19 December 2024

The two-day 'School Leaders' Summit-2024 started today at Hotel Park Plaza, Zirakpur, Chandigarh under the aegis of Federation of Private Schools, Haryana and NISA. World renowned yoga guru and spiritual guide Swami Ramdev attended the program as the chief guest. He expressed his views on the innovative revolution in education and the steps required to make the New Education Policy (NEP) successful. On the occasion NISA President Dr. Kulbhushan Sharma and Executive Director (former) IAS Nagendra Prasad Singh of the Indian Education Board were also present with him.

While addressing the journalists, Swami Ramdev, while talking about promoting the Indian Education Board, emphasized on the slogan ‘One Nation One Education’. He said that there should be Sanatan consciousness in education, there should be consciousness about India's overall cultural, social, political, economic heritage, and we must move forward with all these . He said that children should study history, Vedic Math in Math, Vedic Science in Science and all the children should have a sense of unity and integrity of India, national religion, love for the nation, thinking of national interest and our future generations should become divine citizens. During the event, when journalists asked about a strong Lokpal, he said that his struggle for a strong and effective Lokpal is still going on.

NISA President Dr. Kulbhushan Sharma said that 100 Model schools will be built in Haryana and Delhi NCR and these schools will be accessed first by mapping them with NISA's quality charter. He said that whatever shortcomings are found in these schools, efforts will be made to eliminate them, so that these become quality schools and prove to be exemplary for the whole country. He said that NISA will help step by step in realizing the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make the country a world leader.

Dr. Kulbhushan Sharma said that a large number of school directors and principals from various states across the country like Haryana, Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh etc. participated in today's program. This event provided a unique platform for innovation, leadership and effective implementation of the new education policy in the education sector. All the schools present in this summit together resolved to make the new education policy successful and work together for its effective implementation.

Speaking at this summit, Executive Director (Former) IAS Nagendra Prasad Singh of the Indian Education Board said that it is necessary to change the form of education with time. He said that in today's time, education means only getting a job, due to which there is a lack of leadership and support in the students. He said that the Indian Education Board will overcome this shortage. He said that this summit has been organised with the aim of giving a new direction to the future of education, discussing policy changes and empowering school leadership.

Highland Lifespaces lifts curtains on its latest venture Highland Industrial City (HIC) in Lalru - a future industrial hub

Chandigarh, December 18, 2024: Highland Lifespaces, which is a reliable name in the region’s real estate landscape, is coming up with tricity’s first integrated project - Highland Industrial City(HIC) –a GMADA & RERA approved development that will seamlessly combine industrial, commercial and residential spaces in a single, state-of-the-art hub.

Strategically located in Lalru along Chandigarh-Delhi National Highway (NH-44), the 100 plus acre HIC, is all set to redefine industrial and business infrastructure in the region, giving a boost to the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the government. The idea is to provide an ideal environment to Small & Medium Enterprises(SME’s) & micro, small, and medium enterprises(MSME’s) to set up units and create products with the ‘Made in India’ label.

Sharing details about the one–of-a-kind development at a press conference held at the project site, where a meet and greet event was held, Harjinder Singh Rangi and Vishal Goyal, Directors at Highland Lifespaces, gave a low down to media on the concept of HIC.

Highlighting the benefits of owning plots in Highland Industrial City, Harinder Singh Rangi remarked, “This Red Zone industrial hub is a game-changer, designed to accommodate all industries under the Green, Orange, Red Zone categories. It’s a driver of economic growth, generating employment and spurring development. Whether as an investment or for setting up manufacturing units, our plots provide the ideal environment for businesses to thrive. The possession of plots is being given in 6 months’ time.”

 “HIC is RERA-approved, ensuring trust and compliance for stakeholders and we have plots of different sizes for industrial, residential and commercial use,” informed Vishal Goyal.

 “Highland Industrial City is not a regular realty project but an ‘integrated development’ to bolster the industrial infrastructure in order to boost the region's economy. This project marks the beginning of the Red Zone Category in tricity; offering a specialized zone ideal for heavy industries like automobile, chemical, steel, pharma, agri-tech, food processing, electronics, furniture, paint , petroleum products etc. while ensuring effortless accessibility through the upcoming PR12 Road,” said HS Rangi.

 Both the directors raised awareness about the project among all stakeholders who were invited for the meet & greet. “The project is going to be a game changer in more ways than one, and will bring immense investment to Lalru,” Vishal Goyal explained.       

Notably, HIC is adjacent to a 600-acre residential project of Punjab government's town & country planning department which further enhances the integrated development’s value proposition for businesses and investors alike.

The project once fully ready shall boast of world-class amenities like a robust industrial infrastructure including 60-foot- or more wide concreted internal roads etc. “Our integrated industrial city is a step into the future, combining economic growth, functionality & accessibility," said HS Rangi.

The directors shared that HIC will boast of state-of-the-art facilities including a Weighing Bridge for accurate logistics management, a Daily Convenience Store, and a Dispensary for employee well-being. It will also feature a temple for spiritual needs, dedicated Construction Support, and a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) for sustainable operations along with efficient Solid Waste Disposal systems.

It is noteworthy that approvals’ assistance & support from the Punjab government will be available to investors. In order to give a fillip to industry & economy various incentives are being offered to companies to invest in Lalru. These include fiscal incentives like tax breaks, subsidies, and other regulations and a few non fiscal incentives as well under the 'Invest Punjab' initiative.

एम.के. भाटिया पहुंचे पंजाबी फिल्म पूर्णमाशी के स्टार-स्टडेड प्रमोशन में

प्रसिद्ध सामाजिक कार्यकर्ता और उद्यमी एम.के. भाटिया ने चंडीगढ़ यूनिवर्सिटी में आयोजित पंजाबी फिल्म पूर्णमाशी के भव्य प्रमोशनल कार्यक्रम में शिरकत की। इस मौके पर भाटिया ने फिल्म उद्योग की प्रमुख हस्तियों, जैसे मुनिश साहनी, पूनम सूद और शिवतार, जिमी शर्मा , बिरगी विरज , भारत भूषण से मुलाकात की। यह आयोजन पंजाबी सिनेमा के उत्थान और सांस्कृतिक पहलों के प्रति भाटिया की प्रतिबद्धता को उजागर करता है। उनकी उपस्थिति ने इस कार्यक्रम की गरिमा बढ़ाई और उन्हें एक सम्मानित परोपकारी और सामुदायिक नेता के रूप में और सशक्त किया।

KableOne unveils the Gripping Trailer of its Original, Gurmukh: The Eye Witness

An inspiring tale of a common man's courage to stand against crime in today’s challenging world

KableOne through its Original series has launched the highly an􏰀cipated trailer of its upcoming movie, Gurmukh: The Eye Witness, a rive􏰀ng story about one man’s brave stand against the rising 􏰀de of crime and corrup􏰀on in modern society. This powerful narra􏰀ve, rooted in the struggles of the everyday ci􏰀zen, is set to strike a chord with audiences globally.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Pali Bhupinder Singh, Gurmukh: The Eye Witness explores the moral dilemmas and relentless fight of a humble yet resolute man who becomes an unwilling witness to a heinous crime. Risking his life, he takes on a system rife with challenges, standing tall in the face of in􏰀mida􏰀on and adversity to seek jus􏰀ce.

The gripping trailer was showcased today for the media at the Trailer launch press conference at Cinepolis Bestech Square, Mohali. Along with trailer showcase, The turban, a 􏰀meless symbol of honor, dignity, and responsibility, was presented to members of the press as a token of gra􏰀tude to the media professional during the trailer launch. This symbolic gesture highlights the cultural and symbolic relevance associated with the movie” Gurmukh” as well.

The trailer shows intense performances, edge-of-the-seat drama, and thought-provoking storytelling that reflects the reali􏰀es of the present-day societal structure. The film promises to engage audiences with its raw depic􏰀on of courage, sacrifice, and hope.

Speaking about the trailer launch, Mr. Simranjeet Singh Manchanda, CEO of KableOne , said:

"At KableOne, we believe in bringing stories that ma􏰁er, stories that resonate with the audience on a deeper level. Gurmukh: The Eye Witness is more than just a film; it’s a reflec􏰀on of the power of an individual’s courage and integrity. In an era where crime and corrup􏰀on challenge the moral fabric of our society, this movie is a 􏰀mely reminder of the strength within us to stand up for what is right. We are excited to bring this extraordinary tale to our audience, and we’re confident it will leave a las􏰀ng impact."

Gurmukh: The Eye Witness Steller Starcast includes Kuljinder Siddhu, Sara Gurpal, Aakanksha Sareen, Gurpreet To􏰀, Gurleen Chopra, Sardar Sohi, Yaad Grewal, and Malkeet Rauni. The film will be released exclusively on the KableOne OTT pla􏰂orm on 24 January 2025. The teaser is now live and can be viewed on all KableOne social media pla􏰂orms and YouTube.

Stay tuned as we unravel a journey of bravery that inspires us all to fight against the injus􏰀ces around us

ਮੈਕਮਾ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦੇ ਤੀਜੇ ਦਿਨ ਵੱਖ ਵੱਖ ਐਸੋਸੀਏਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਨੇ ਲਈ ਨਵੇਂ ਪ੍ਰੋਡਕਟਸ ਦੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ

ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ, 15 ਦਸੰਬਰ 2024

ਫਾਰਚਿਊਨ ਐਗਜ਼ੀਬੀਟਰਜ਼ ਪ੍ਰਾਈਵੇਟ ਲਿਮਟਿਡ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਯੋਜਿਤ ਮੈਕਮਾ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦੇ ਤੀਜੇ ਦਿਨ ਅੱਜ ਵੱਡੀ ਗਿਣਤੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਵਿਚ ਹਾਜ਼ਰੀ ਲਗਵਾਈ। ਇਸ ਮੌਕੇ ਫਾਰਚਿਊਨ ਐਗਜ਼ੀਬੀਟਰਜ਼ ਪ੍ਰਾਈਵੇਟ ਲਿਮਟਿਡ ਤੋਂ ਕਰਮਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਨੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਦਿੰਦਿਆਂ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਕਿ ਅੱਜ ਤੀਜੇ ਦਿਨ ਪੂਰੇ ਭਾਰਤ ਤੋਂ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੇ ਪਹੁੰਚ ਕੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦਾ ਲਾਭ ਲਿਆ। ਇਸ ਮੌਕੇ ਕਰਮਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਨੇ ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ ਅਤੇ ਟਰਾਈਸਿਟੀ ਦੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਵੱਧ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਗਿਣਤੀ ਵਿਚ ਪਹੁੰਚ ਕੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦਾ ਲਾਭ ਉਠਾਉਣ ਦੀ ਅਪੀਲ ਕੀਤੀ। 

ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਵੀਨਤਕਾਰੀ ਮਸ਼ੀਨਰੀ ਇੰਡੀਅਨ ਅਤੇ ਇੰਪੋਰਟਡ ਸਮੇਤ ਬਹੁਤ ਸਾਰੇ ਨਵੇਂ ਪ੍ਰੋਡਕਟ ਆਏ ਹੋਏ ਹਨ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਇੰਡਸਟਰੀ ਨੂੰ ਅਪਗ੍ਰੇਡ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ। ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਅੱਜ ਬੱਦੀ, ਹਿਮਾਚਲ, ਨਾਲਾਗੜ੍ਹ, ਲੁਧਿਆਣਾ, ਮੋਹਾਲੀ ਤੇ ਡੇਰਾਬੱਸੀ ਐਸੋਸੀਏਸ਼ਨ ਦਾ ਵਫਦ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਵੇਂ ਪ੍ਰੋਡਕਟਸ ਦੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਲੈਣ ਲਈ। ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧਕਾਂ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਵਿੱਚ ਆਉਣ ਵਾਲੀਆਂ ਸਾਰੀਆਂ ਐਸੋਸੀਏਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਦਾ ਆਉਣ ਅਤੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਨੂੰ ਕਾਮਯਾਬ ਬਣਾਉਣ ਲਈ ਧੰਨਵਾਦ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ। 

ਇਸ ਮੌਕੇ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧਕਾਂ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਈਆਂ ਹੋਈਆਂ ਸਾਰੀਆਂ ਐਸੋਸੀਏਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਦੇ ਵਫਦ ਨੂੰ ਸਨਮਾਨਿਤ ਵੀ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ। ਕਰਮਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਨੇ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਕਿ 16 ਦਸੰਬਰ ਨੂੰ ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੈਕਮਾ ਐਕਸਪੋ ਦਾ ਆਖ਼ਰੀ ਦਿਨ ਹੈ। ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਆਖ਼ਰੀ ਦਿਨ ਵੱਡੀ ਗਿਣਤੀ ਵਿਚ ਆ ਕੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਇੰਡਸਟਰੀ ਲਈ ਨਵੀਂ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਲੈਣ ਦੀ ਅਪੀਲ ਕੀਤੀ।

Carmel Convent student Samaira D’Souza clinches Bronze Medal at Junior National Fencing Championship 2024-25

Chandigarh, December 15, 2024: In a remarkable feat of determination and talent, 15-year-old Samaira D’Souza, a student of Carmel Convent School, Sector 9, Chandigarh, has won a bronze medal at the 32nd Junior National Fencing Championship 2024-25, held in Patna, Bihar, recently.

 

Samaira, who began her fencing journey just eight months ago under the expert tutelage of Coach Mukesh Kumar at Apex Fencing Club, showcased exceptional skill and poise in the team epee event - epee is a lightweight fencing sword. Samaira alongside her teammate, Kaashvi Garg, represented Chandigarh with distinction.

 

They triumphed in a nail-biting quarterfinal match against Karnataka, securing a victory with a score of 45-41 and ultimately earning the bronze medal in the Junior National Fencing Championship, which saw participants from across the country.

 

Samaira said: "Winning this medal is a dream come true and a testament to the hard work and guidance I have received. I am grateful to my coach, my team, and my school for their unwavering support. This is just the beginning, and I look forward to making Chandigarh proud on bigger stages."

 

Coach Mukesh Kumar, while expressing his pride, said: "Samaira’s journey is truly inspirational. To achieve this level of success within just eight months speaks volumes about her dedication, focus, and natural talent. She has set a benchmark for young athletes, and I am confident she will continue to excel and bring more laurels to Chandigarh and the nation."

 

Kumar said that Samaira’s story is a beacon of hope for aspiring athletes, demonstrating that with determination, discipline, and the right guidance, extraordinary achievements are possible. As she continues to balance her academic pursuits with intensive training, her future in fencing looks incredibly bright, he added.