ITC’s Mangaldeep Agarbatti joins hand with Shrine Board

Chandigarh. On the cusp of this year’s auspicious Navaratras, ITC’s Agarbatti brand Mangaldeep Treya has joined hands with Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Jammu & Kashmir to offer special langar seva to innumerable devotees of the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple during the 9-day of the Navaratras, which witnesses one of the largest gathering of pilgrims.

Mangaldeep’s popular agarbatti variant ‘Mangaldeep Treya’ will also be contributing for the “Shatchandi Maha Yagna” conducted during the Navaratras, at the devout temple.  

ITC’s Mangaldeep has also committed to extend its support to the ‘Mata Vaishnodevi Langar Seva’ not only for this Navaratri but for the two Navaratri periods in a year.

In 2018, the Vaishno Devi Temple received over 85-lakh ‘Yatris’. Each year, the temple witnesses a footfall of over 3-lakh pilgrims during the Navaratras alone.

Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Ravi Rayavaram, Chief Executive, ITC’s Agarbatti Business said “We at ITC Mangaldeep are deeply grateful to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for giving us the opportunity to support these activities and play an enabling role in people’s lives in their pursuit of devotion.”

Mr. Simrandeep Singh, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Jammu & Kashmir said, “We are extremely pleased about Mangaldeep's support for the  Shatchandi Yagna and Langar Seva. This will help us in enhancing the devotees experience during their visit to the shrine”. 

  

Mangaldeep has also proposed to spearhead a unique initiative called the ‘Mangaldeep Green Temple’ at the Shri Vaishnodevi Temple, which will involve implementation of requisite infrastructure to convert organic temple offerings and Langar leftovers into bio-gas. The biogas generated from the initiative will have the capacity to provide fuel to ‘Bhojonalay kitchens’ of the temple.

In line with ITC’s philosophy of ‘Sab Saath Badhein’ to drive economic, social and environmental capital, Mangaldeep has been working with popular temples in the country to convert organic offerings at their premises into biogas or compost. The “Mangaldeep Green Temple” initiative through ITC’s Mission Sunehra Kal program, has already been installed at 4 temples in Tamil Nadu.

100 docs attend CME at IMA Chandigarh

Chandigarh, September 30: As many 100 doctors from tricity attended a CME on World Heart Day at IMA here last night. The CME was organised by IMA in association of Ojas Super Speciality Hospital, Panchkula.

In CME, Dr Virendar Sarwal head- cardiovascular & thoracic at Ojas talked about new frontiers in cardiac Surgery’ whereas Dr Anurag Sharma, Director Cardiology spoke about ‘treatment of aortic stenosis , breaking the barrier : TAVR’

Dr Sarwal said that it is well proven that surgery is the only long-term solution for heart diseases and increases the survival. Thus it should be opted by most of the patients as first line of treatment without any fears.

He dwelled on the concept of minimal invasive surgery to give these patients more comfort during surgery by making it less stressful, less pain less stay in ICU and hospital and less requirement of blood products. This enable the patient to join work within 2-week instead of 6-week with conventional surgery as patients are discharged in 4 days after minimally invasive surgery, he remarked.

He further informed that these surgeries are done for bypass or valve replacements through small incisions on left or right side of chest which are hardly 4-5 inches in length. They are cosmetically very helpful specially in females as they are covered by the breast and clothing and no midline scar is visible in the patients. So it gives lot of confidence to patient and in females gives them lot of benefit socially especially those who need to get married after surgery, he asserted.

Dr Anurag said that new technique of TAVI for replacing the aortic valve with catheter-based device is again no way comparable to surgical replacement of the valve as TAVI is 5-8 times more costlier has limited application and even in his experience results with surgical replacements are better than this new technique.

Surgical replacement costs about 5 lakhs with same type of tissue valve whereas TAVI costs Rs. 16-25 lakhs which few Indian can afford and is not even approved by any insurance or govt packages, he pointed out. 

HDFC Bank launches ‘Festive Treats’ India’s largest Financial services dhamaka

• Offers on credit cards, business loans, personal, auto and home loans
• 100+ offersfrom over 1000+ brandson in-store and on-line purchases

Chandigarh, September 30, 2019: HDFC Bank today launched ‘Festive Treats’, India's largest financial services dhamaka. Customers will get special offers on all banking products from loans to bank accounts, as well as major discounts on over 1000+ brands.

For the very first time, special festive offers will be available across the entire spectrum of financial solutions for retail consumers as well as business customers with discounts on processing fee on loans, reduced EMIs, gift vouchers and more benefits.

In another industry-first, the bank has tied up with over 1000+ retail brands to offer discounts, cashbacks and extra reward points on both in-store and on-line purchases. Leading retail and consumer brands like Reliance Digital, Samsung, LG, Apple, Yatra, OYO, Lifestyle, Myntra, Vijay Sales, Hamleys, HP, Big Basketare a few big names that will offer up to 10% off on various products and services.

For complete information on all the Festive Treat campaign, visit: https://www.hdfcbank.com/htdocs/common/festive-treats/index.html

The national campaign was launched at an event in Mumbai by Mr. Arvind Vohra, Country Head – Branch Banking, HDFC Bank. Mr. Aditya Puri, Managing Director, HDFC Bank graced the occasion.

Given the scale of the campaign, it was also simultaneously launched at 10 other locations across the country including Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Jaipur, and Lucknow. In Chandigarh, the event was launched by Vineet Arora, Branch Banking Head, HDFC Bank.

During this month-long extravaganza, the bank will have an offer for every Indian. From a small businessman looking to avail of a loan, to a family looking to purchase a new television; Festive Treats will make it happen. There will be national offers on major brands as well as hyperlocal offers from the neighborhoodshops.

The Bank’s network of over 5,000 branches will also be transformed into financial supermarkets, where customers can walk in and speak to staff on queries and avail of the offers. In addition to branches, customers can also avail of the offers from digital platforms such as the website, PayZapp and SmartBuy.

While there are a vast number of offers available through the Festive Treats Campaign, here are a few illustrative benefits:

• On iPhone 11, HDFC Bank Customers buying online using its SmartBuy platform can avail of 10X reward points or avail cashback upto Rs 7000 on iPhone 11 purchase through HDFC bank credit /debit cards at the offline stores.
• A shopper using an HDFC Bank debit or credit card to buy consumer electronics can avail of attractive cash-backs and convert their purchases into a no extra cost EMI on leading brands.
• The Bank is offering 50% off on the processing fees of business loans to small business enterprises. This translates into a saving of about Rs. 45,000 on processing fees on a business loan of over Rs. 50 Lakh.
• Customers using HDFC Bank Credit Cards and Debit Cards during the Festive Treats campaign are entered into a lucky draw and have a chance to win a iPhone 11 every hour. One lucky winner will also get a Mercedes car as a bumper prize.

“As a lifestyle bank, it is our endeavor to be an integral part of our customers’ daily lives,” said Mr. Arvind Vohra, Country Head – Branch Banking, HDFC Bank. “Festive Treats brings together a never before seen range of offers across more than 1000+ brands. Customers no longer need to hunt for the best deals this festive season, we have them all in one place. From a retail customer living in Mumbai to a small business man from Moradabad, there’s an offer for everyone. Our branches will be transformed into a financial supermarket for customers and will be backed by all our digital platforms. We are confident that we’ll fulfill every wish of our customers through Festive Treats.”

Speaking at the launch of Festive Treats, Mr. Aditya Puri, MD, HDFC Bank said, “We are confident about the India consumption story. The launch of Festive Treats is our effort to further boost it. We believe that we have the products, the reach, the platform and the partners to make this the biggest festive campaign of the season.”

Thousands brave rain for Run Against Drug Abuse

Thrill Zone organized the 6th edition Kotak Mahindra Bank Punjab Half Marathon here today which took off and concluded at Chandigarh Club. The event was organised to raise awareness about the long ongoing issue in the society - Run Against Drug Abuse. Thousands of participants had gathered at the venue braving rainy weather on Sunday morning.

Thrill Zone marked its 62nd event with this edition of the half marathon. They have always supported the society in its on-going battles through its event which happens all round the year. Mr. P. C. Kushwaha, the organiser, said "In a four-year long journey of Thrill Zone we feel grateful to mark our 62nd event with this kind of response at 6th Punjab Half Marathon"

There were 20 plus handicapped people on the track, running with full power.

All the participants were given a T-Shirt , Medal, certificate, refreshments, Energy Drink , BIB with Timing Chip. There were different distances depending on the interest and age of the participants i.e., 21 km (Half Marathon), 10 km , 5 km (with timing chip) and 5 km (Fun Run, without timing chip). The flag Off timings for 21 km , 10 km and 5 km respectively were 6:00 am , 6:15 am  and 6:20 am. 

Virat Diwanji, President, Retail Liabilities & Branch Banking, Kotak Mahindra Bank said, “As title sponsors of the Kotak Mahindra Bank Punjab Half Marathon, we are pleased to partner with Thrill Zone to raise awareness of the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle as well as supporting an important cause. Running is a great form of fitness and a great way to invest in one’s own health. Punjab is important to us and we will continue to engage with our stakeholders with more such meaningful events.”

Top three winners in men and women category were announced in the 21 km half marathon. The top three male winners were Yogesh Saini (01:18 hours), Surender Singh (01:25 hours) and Karan (01:28 hours). The top three female winners were Monica (01:47 hours), Dr. Ambika Sahu (01:53 hours) and Simran Kochhar (01:54 hours).

Top three winners in men and women category were announced in the 10 km marathon. The top three male winners were Manish Singh (41:03 minutes), Vinod Deswal (40:05 minutes) and Ajay Saini (47:52 minutes). The top three female winners were Payal Singh (53:12 minutes), Priyanka Sharma (53:43 minutes), and Neha Chetal (54.13 minutes).

Top three winners in men and women category were announced in the 5 km marathon. The top three male winners were Lalit Prajapati (21:52 minutes), Ankush Singh (24:07 minutes) and Jatin Saini (24:21 minutes). The top three female winners were Omisa Kamath (53:12 minutes), Monika Vij (53:43 minutes), and Manpreet Bhamral (54:13 minutes). 

Solo Performance by 82 year old Bharatnatyam Guru, World Renowned, Padmashri and Padmabhushan Awardee, Dr Saroja Vaidyanathan Ji from New Delhi

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Tathastu Yog Studio and Dr Varun Khanna, a Dentist and Bharatnatyam dancer/ tutor, presented a two-day series, Art in the Studio, with a Bharatnatyam recital by world famous living legend, Padmashri, Padmabhushan and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee, Dr Saroja Vaidyanathan. The 82-year old Guru is also the founder president of Ganesa Natyalaya, New Delhi. The event concluded today.

Dr Varun Khanna and Advocate Harsh Jakhar said, “The event will feature a solo performance by Dr Vaidyanathan, a performance by two of her foremost disciples (Mrs Debasmita Thakur Bagchi and Ms Gayatri Deka) and Dr Varun, who otherwise is from Panchkula and is pursuing Bharatnatyam under the legend in Delhi.”

Chief guest of the programme was Miss Bollywood Sensation 2018 semifinalist and Miss Punjab 2018 finalist Dr Palka Chaudhary and guest of honour was renowned exponent of Kathak, Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee Dr Shobha Koser, who turned 75 recently. 

Tathastu_Yog Studio, started by Advocate Harsh Jakhar, aims at providing many facilities for health conscious people under one roof and to provide a platform for events and workshops.

Tathastu Yog Studio is located in Sector 6, Mansa Devi Complex, which is near Ivy Hospital (from Panchkula side) and near DT Mall (from Chandigarh side). 

Restaurant ‘Royal Nutrition House’ unveiled by actor Binu Dhillon, aims at serving nutritious & tasty home style recipes Mohali

‘Royal Nutrition House (RNH)' a one-of-a-kind multi-cuisine restaurant, positioned as Tricity’s first eating out place, established on the concept of tasty 'nutritious food', was inaugurated by famous Punjabi film actor Binu Dhillon in the Phase 3 B 2 market here. An exclusive peek into the restaurant, & its tantalizing menu was also organised for media.

The outlet is the brainchild of a young duo of entrepreneurs Raveesh Malhotra & Vikramjit Singh Mann.

Raveesh Malhotra said, “RNH is a home kitchen idea. We have conceptualized the restaurant and its menu on the theme of providing a healthy & nutritious menu, which is at the same time is lip smacking. The idea is to usher in a change in people’s lifestyle by giving them an opportunity to have the best & the most nutritious ingredients in recipes. We use our expertise to remove the notion that healthy is not tasty. Our menu line boasts of multi cuisines from genres like Indian, Continental, Arabic, Thai etc.”  

Vikramjit Singh Mann adds,“We have our own farm where we grow nutritious ingredients like Quinoa – a-gluten free high in protein plant food, black rice and others. We have 100 per cent gluten free offerings on menu. The best part is that it for the purist there is pure vegan (sans animal products) dishes available. All meals are served with house salad and homemade dips. What’s more, we use no maida, perservatives and any artificial colours in our food. Fresh Indian spices are used. Our bread is ‘suji’ based. ”

The restaurant’s menu is not usual. The place aims at making people aware about a balanced diet. One can read things like ‘Add Your Protein In Salad’ Tofu (100gm )- 95, Cottage Cheese - 105 , Silicon Tofu- 125, GreekFeta( 50gm) -85. The dishes help a foodie know exactly how much protein, carb etc he or she is taking in the meal ordered.

The young Founders believe that health is the most important aspect of one’s life and that is what they want to focus on through their mouth watering menu. The beverage menu at RNH is its USP. The unveiling event also saw a live demonstration of preparation of RNH’s signature Detox juices – juices aimed at detoxifying one’s body from harmful elements.

 Raveesh further states, “Miracle drink- Apple, Beetroot & Carrot is something which does wonders for one’s health, if consumed over a period of time. Our list of detox juices is quite wide.”

There are a bevy of smoothies which are rich in taste and health. Interesting meal replacement , pre-work out , after work out smoothies are also available.

The food menu is something which stands out at RNH. The place has an unending variety in breakfast. RNH Full English Breakfast ,Vegan Omelet, Quinoa Upma, Avocados On Toast, Arabic Eggs – ShakshukaIs attract attention.

In starters Tacos prepared in house are inviting. A Punjabi touch has been given here in some items like Spicy Punjabi Style Prawn tacos and Spicy Punjabi Tofu Taco. Quesadillas are on menu the Sea Food-Quesadilla is a must try for those interested. Platters like Grilled Paneer /Tofu with Pineapple Skewers, Mughlai Mutton Fitters are sumptuous.

All salads at RNH are made with 100% Natural Ingredients along-with extra virgin olive oil.

Asian Hot Bowls are delicious and healthy. Here Thai Curry Served with brown rice/quinoa/black rice and the RNH Special Rice Bowl & Korean Fish Bowl tickle your pallete. RNH’s Basil Pesto Meal which has Grilled Protein served with Basil pesto sauce is a must try. The RNH Chef Special Spaghetti and vegetable Aglio E Olio Pasta is out of this world.

All pizza base are of whole wheat flour. The Non Veg Pizza ‘London to Ludhiana’  has been made with the Punjabi taste in mind. Burgers are healthy.

In desert the options are quite a few. The RNH Special Strawberry Stuffed French Toast made using Peanut Butter/Almond Butter/Homemade Cheese/ Nutella is worth biting into. 

Education experts take part in IES 2019

Zirakpur,  Sep 29, 2019:

Smart Circuits Innovation Pvt. Ltd. organized IES 2019 at Hotel Park Plaza, Zirakpur. The event marked the attendance of experts from education sector. Educators from over 150 institutions from all over India participated in the event. 

Chief guest of the programme, Mr Troy D Cline, Director, STEM Innovation, Goddard Space Flight Center, USA addressed the audience. Padmashree Dr V Adhimurthy of Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) also addressed the gathering. The talk given by the two stalwarts was quite informative and motivated all present.

Keynote Speakers - Mr Mitul Dikshit (Chairman, Dikshit Group of Schools), Dr. Amrita Vohra (Director of Education, GEMS Education India), Munish Dhiman (CEO, Gesture Research International Ltd.), Mr. Anirudh Gupta (CEO, DCM Group of Schools), Ms. Beena Nair (Assistant Vice President & Academic Head, Seth M.R. Jaipuria Group of Schools), and Dr. C.S. Nair (Director Skills, DPSGS) also put their valuable points to encourage, grow and upstream the education and leadership sector.

Multiple technologies were showcased during the event, which are being used by pan India institutions to encourage and grow  the education sector. Robotics and Artificial Intelligence(AI) were other key technologies that were showcased. 

Awards in different categories were presented by the chief guest in different categories. The event was a move forward for institutions to encourage students to learn science in a better way to develop a better future and a better world.

Quit Smoking Rally’ by students at PU

Chandigarh, September 28: As a part of World Heart Day celebrations University Institute of Applied Management Sciences, in association with NSS Panjab University and Ojas Super Specialty Hospital Panchkula, organised ‘Happy Hearts Healthy Hearts Campaign’ at Panjab University Campus on Saturday.

The campaign was inaugurated at UIAMS premises by Dean University Instructions Professor Shankar Jha along with Professor Upasana Joshi Sethi, Director UIAMS and Professor Navdeep Sharma, Coordinator NSS.

Prof. Jha also flagged off a ‘Quit Smoking Rally’, in which around 300 students from various departments of PU took part. In rally students showcased the placards to spread awareness about the ill-effects of smoking, both on heart and on other organs of the body.

This was followed by an aerobic exercise session and an educative talk on heart health by Dr. Anurag Sharma, senior cardiologist from Ojas hospital.   

Dr. Anurag highlighted the importance of healthy diet, physical activity, and good sleep hygiene to keep heart healthy for a longer period. He also conveyed an important message, which is to avoid smoking and alcohol, as these are the major cause of most of the chronic diseases in later life, notably heart disease, stroke and cancer.

Photos caption: Students take part in ‘Quit Smoking Rally’ at PU campus on Saturday during World Heart Day celebrations. 

Patiala Heart Institute unveils ‘Heart Team Approach’

Patiala, September 28: To facilitate process of patient centric evidence based care, Patiala Heart Institute here on Saturday unveiled multidisciplinary ‘Heart Team Approach’’ concept.

Dr. Gurpreet Singh Sidhu, Senior Consultant Cardiologist and Managing Director of Patiala Heart Institute while talking to media during a press conference on World Heart Day today said that American College of Cardiology Foundation identifies ‘HEART TEAM’ as cornerstones for modern cardiovascular care. While strategies for implementation of these teams vary from one hospital to other, this broad approach has become a standard of cardiovascular care at Patiala Heart Institute, asserted Dr Sidhu.

Mr. Dilshad Singh Sidhu, COO of Patiala Heart Institute informed that treatment of heart disease is a team effort. Our Department of Cardiac Sciences at Patiala Heart Institute has a team of Clinical Cardiologists, Interventional Cardiologists and Cardiac Surgeons thus offering  a complete cardiac care under one roof.

Talking about on how ‘HEART TEAM’ will work, Dr. SPS Bagga, Sr. Cardiac Surgeon said that in case of a complex situation, ‘HEART TEAM’ would come into action. They would come together and discuss appropriate line of treatment involving patient’s family also, maintained Dr Bagga.

Dr. Simarjot Singh Sarin, Sr. Interventional Cardiologist informed that the team’s targets include; better interpretation of the available diagnostics , implement guidelines directed treatment , consider best expertise through a more objective and uniform decision-making process.

Talking about how ‘HEART TEAM’ would help patients, Dr. Birdevinder Singh , Sr. Interventional Cardiologist explained that ‘HEART TEAM’ consisting of all the experts would decide about the best line of treatment. He said further that team would apply scientific criteria to decide on the line of treatment. 

Meanwhile talking about the theme of this year World Heart Day , Dr. Gurpreet Singh Sidhu said that on this World Heart Day, we want everyone to be ‘Heart Heroes’ by making a promise to eat healthily, exercise more, stop using tobacco, asking children to be more active.”

He said, “There is a need for awareness among community about prevention of heart diseases, knowing its symptoms and actions required to tackle the emergency. Not only one should take care of himself or herself but equally important is to lend help to those who suffer heart attack and any other emergency related to the heart.”

The theme focuses on this aspect where everyone in community should be aware of prevention of heart disease and its treatment. By this we can not only help ourselves, our family and relatives but can also prove useful for the community, said Dr Sidhu.

Festive Effect: Developers in TriCity offer freebies

Chandigarh: With the onset of the festive season, homebuyers, as well as developers, are looking forward to making the most of it. Following the Shraadh period which is considered inauspicious to book property, Navratri is the time when developers start looking for bumper sales. Starting from Navratra till Diwali, the festive season brings a lot of happiness and optimism in the entire market. With the festivities having caliber to enhance the sales multiple times, developers come up with interesting payment plans, schemes, offerings and freebies to attract buyers and push their selling.

Real estate developers in Chandigarh are offering many discounts and gifts to woo buyers during the Navratras. From gold coins and discounted schemes, developers such as Sushma Group, GBP Group, Motia Group, SBP Group are offering many such freebees on booking/buying property in their projects.

Owing to the festive season, Sushma Group has announced “Sushma Happy Home Celebration” where customers can avail limited period benefits by buying residential projects with Sushma Group. The offer primarily is about getting premium units in non premium price for almost all residential projects, leased and ready to move business spaces in commercial projects of Sushma Group.

GBP Group, one of the leading real estate players of Tri City is showering number of offers across its projects in New Chandigarh, Mohali, Aerocity, Zirakpur, Peer Muchalla, Dera Bassi, Kharar, Ludhiana, Nawanshahar and Dharamshala. The group on booking of its property is giving buyers a chance to win a single and couple trip to Dubai. Adding to it the group is offering a gold coin, Double door refrigerator, microwave, 40’’ LED screen and One Plus 7.

Another prime realtor from Punjab, Motia Group, has introduced bumper offer at its project Motia Royal Citi, Zirakpur where a person buying property at the project will not just get free home furnishing worth Rs 5 Lac but will also stand a chance to win a car. Booking at Motia Royal Citi gives a customer a chance to win a gold coin.

SBP Group, another renowned brand in the real estate sector of Tricity is offering various attractive offers for its customers under SBP Home Show in which the group is offering assured gift items with every booking for ready to move in flats, nearing possession and new project launches. The gift items starting from Rs 20,000 include Car, bike, Gold coin, refrigerator, microwave, LED and many more exciting offers.

Musical Video ” Makhmali Pyar ” released by Singer Shael

 

 Chandigarh : "Makhmalii Pyaar....Tera Yeh Khumar.... Deewana Mujhko Banaye", these beautiful lines is the song sung by Shael in his melodious voice. This song has been shoot in the beautiful locations of Canada. The song is a mixture of nice lyrics, melodious music with melodious voice, we are talking about the new song of Singer Shael, whose music video titled is "Makhmalii Pyaar".  Shael said that I always love melodious songs that give relief to your soul and you can remember the one who is closest to your heart. 

Actress Sameksha will be seen with him in this album, Sameksha has more than 20 movies to her credit in Telugu, Tamil, Punjabi and Bollywood.  Her last release was Pranaam opposite Rajiv Khandelwal. She was critically acclaimed in her latest series Porus and POW by Nikkhil Advani. About working with Shael she says I love Shael’s choice of songs and lyrics he chooses to sing and his videos are performance oriented & she admits that she has always been fan of Shael’s voice, I keep his song on my playlist always, he has this soul soothing voice, I can hear on repeat mode endless times. I am hungry for good work and medium never mattered to me, that's why I work in TV, movies, tv commercials and music albums with same passion. This album directed by Amarjeet Singh and Sawant Ghosh, lyricist is Vimal Kashyap and music given by Vidyut Goswami.

Heart Team Approach’ introduced

Panchkula, September 27: Ivy Hospital, Panchkula on Friday announced the launch of ‘Heart Team Approach’ for the management of complex heart and vascular diseases.

Addressing a press conference today, Dr. Japnit Singh, director of Ivy Hospital here stated that this concept is gaining popularity all over the world to provide holistic and ethically correct treatment to patients suffering from various cardio vascular diseases.

Dr. Harinder Singh Bedi, director of cardio vascular said that the management of complex cardiovascular disease has changed with the development of new strategies of care.

Dr Bedi further said that applying all the scientific information and making it useful for the patient and family have assumed central importance. To facilitate this process of patient centric evidence-based care, a multidisciplinary heart team has been setup at Ivy, he informed.

The objective of the team is to provide patient-centric care where family and the patients can participate in decisions. Dr Bedi explained.

The team will consist of cardio vascular surgeon, interventional cardiologist , a clinical/non-invasive  cardiologist, cardiac anesthetist and a critical care expert. Whenever a complex situation arises the team comes into action to discuss appropriate line of treatment by involving patient’s family too.

Dr. Rakesh Sharma and Dr. Rajat Jain both interventional cardiologists informed that the team would apply a scientific criteria to decide on line of treatment based on medical guidelines to reach on a treatment option.

  

Photo caption: Dr. Harinder Singh Bedi (sitting extreme right), director of cardio vascular and Dr. Japnit Singh (second from right ) , director during the launch of ‘Heart Team Approach’ at Panchkula on Friday.

70 students attend ‘scientific conference’ at Tech Mahindra Academy

Mohali, September 26: As many as 70 students undergoing various paramedical courses attended a day long ‘scientific conference’ at Tech Mahindra SMART Academy for Healthcare Mohali on Thursday. The conference was an initiative of Tech Mahindra Foundation, the CSR wing of Tech Mahindra Ltd.

The students from the courses including cardiac care, technician course and operation theatre technician course took part in the conference. 

Dr. Virendar Sarwal, Director and Head of Department of CTVS, at Ojas Super Speciality Hospital, Panchkula was the keynote speaker at the conference.

The conference comprised on detailed discussions on the role of temporary and permanent pacemakers and the topics related to the health of the heart including cardiac disorders due to lifestyle, diet, how to reduce heart diseases by exercise and impact of hypertension on the heart. 

Speaking on the occasion, Ritu Nag, Director, of the Academy said, “As budding paramedics our students need to be exposed to a variety of technical sessions that enhance the already existing skills that we develop in them. The importance of this session is paramount considering that a significant number of Indians are suffering from heart ailments of all kinds, and awareness is the key to prevention”

HONEST TO GOD UNBIASED, OBJECTIVE & IRREVERENT

Dr. Sandeep Goyal, today launched his fifth book, Honest to God in city. The book launch was followed by an event attended by the city’s elite, where the book was released by Subodh K. Jaiswal, IPS, Director General of Police, Maharashtra. The Foreword of the book too has been written by Mr. Jaiswal when he was Commissioner of Police, Mumbai earlier in the year. Mr. Dinkar Gupta, Director General of Police, Punjab was the guest of honour at the book launch.

The book is a compilation of 78 essays on advertising and branding, on corporate and marketing strategy, and on select celebrities - analysed as ‘human brands’.

The genesis of the book lies in a column that Dr. Goyal started writing for Business India magazine four years ago. The column too is titled Honest to God. The column has become very famous and well regarded amongst business readers for being frank, forthright and very very candid in the opinions that Dr. Goyal expresses across a broad spectrum of subjects. The book is an edited compilation of these columns, co-published by Business India and Crossword.

“I have known Dr. Goyal, the author, for nearly 40 years now from the time I too was a student in this city. Dr. Goyal has always had strong opinions, but the good thing is he expresses them too fearlessly and eloquently. That is what makes his book Honest to God so readable, absorbing and interesting”, said Mr. Jaiswal.

Dr. Goyal said that as a columnist speaking the truth and writing about incidents without prejudice or favour is not always possible because each one of us is influenced by what we read, what we imbibe and what we then process in our minds which then has a bearing on the output in a column or a blog.

The author’s Chandigarh connection

Dr. Goyal is an alumnus of St. John’s School. He then studied for his B.A. Honours in English Literature at D.A.V. College, Chandigarh, and topped the Panjab University, winning a Gold Medal.

Goyal has in recent years revived his connect to The City Beautiful. He sponsors the prestigious Ranvijay Singh Award at St. John’s in the memory of an old schoolmate. But more importantly, last year, he created at St. John’s an Endowment of Rs. 1 crore, which received widespread media attention.

Goyal has also taken up the renovation and redesign of the Matka Chowk in Chandigarh. He is funding a big installation at the Chowk which will become a landmark of the city in times to come.

Earlier books by the author 

Dr. Goyal’s first book Dum Dum Bullet was published by Penguin Books in 2004. It is an anecdotal account of Goyal’s first two decades in the mad mad world of advertising. It covers in great detail the creation and launch of brand Airtel; the aggressive marketing of Maruti as global competitors entered India in the 90s; his handling of brands like Colgate, Citibank, Eveready, Taj Hotels, Tata and even entrepreneurial homespun ones like Moov, Rasna and more.

Goyal’s second book You’re Hired, co-authored with his daughter Carol, was released in 2012 and is a primer for first time jobbers.

2014 saw the launch of Konjo – The Fighting Spirit. Published by Harper Collins, the book chronicles the journey of the author as a highly successful entrepreneur, especially his handling of Japanese brands like Toyota, Honda, Canon, Panasonic, Sony, Daikin and others.

Earlier this year, Blogbuster was released by Haymarket’s Campaign and Crossword. The book is a contemporary and current analysis of India’s changing brandscape with detailed essays on  many marketing issues and changing consumer behaviour.

The author on the book

Speaking about Honest to God, the author, Dr. Sandeep Goyal reiterated, “I spend hours, sometimes days researching a subject. I try to form an independent view. I write with zero bias. But when I write, I write with purpose, I write with passion. Marketing or communication may seem to be drab commercial subjects but believe me there is a lot of emotion that drives brands and brand-owners. I try to capture those emotions in most of what I write. Honest to God has consistently been over the past few years an honest and unrelenting mirror to all that happens in Corporate India”.

Ms & Mrs Punjab-Discover Yourself 2019’ pageant gets rolling, grand finale in December 2019

Chandigarh, Sept 25, 2019:  In an endeavour to provide an opportunity to young girls and married ladies of Punjab, to showcase their talent and excel in the world of fashion, Sparkles Production is coming up with the 2nd season of ‘Sparkles Production Ms & Mrs. Punjab - Discover yourself 2019’.

The one-of-a-kind beauty pageant was formally unveiled at a press conference by famous Punjabi film actress Japji Khaira, who is the face of the pageant. She was accompanied by Prabhjyot Kaur & Kamaljeet Kaur, Co-founders of Sparkles Production Miss & Mrs Punjab-Discover yourself’ is the brainchild of this dynamic women duo. The press meet also saw participation of Aman Grewal, who has been Mrs. India Worldwide 2014, Vaishnavi Boora, a celebrity fitness coach & fitness model, who trains celebs like Jasmine Sandlas etc.  What’s more, the celeb line up at the press conference which was held at Press Club here, also boasted of Gagan Chahal, a singer & model.

Japji Khaira, a renowned Punjabi Film Actress, who made her debut in Pollywood Industry after winning the title of 'Miss World Punjaban 2006 said, “  I am very privileged to part of the event, which is going to be organised on such a large scale across tricity & Punjab. The platform will provide a wonderful opportunity to young girls and married ladies to showcase their potential in front of the world.”

She added, “I also started my career in the Punjabi Movie Industry after winning the title of Miss World Punjaban, which gave me great exposure to work in the industry. And I certainly believe that ‘Miss & Mrs. Punjab - Discover yourself 2019’ will provide the same exposure to each and every participant, which in turn will give wings to their dreams.”

Speaking on the occasion, Prabhjyot Kaur said, “After getting an overwhelming response in Season 1, we are excited about unveiling formally, Season 2 of ‘Miss & Mrs. Punjab - Discover yourself 2019’. Our sole aim is to provide a platform, where young girls and especially married ladies, who might have forgotten their dreams after marriage, can now showcase their talent.”

Kamaljeet Kaur said, “We strongly believe that Punjab has a lot of talent but due to certain circumstances women have not been provided with the right platform to realize their dreams. But ‘Ms & Mrs Punjab – Discover yourself 2019’ am sure will unlock the doors of opportunities for young girls and married ladies.”

She added, “The pageant is also associated with a cause, i.e., welfare of women and women empowerment. Home-makers can make a career for themselves in different fields in fashion industry. We as an organization will extend all support to such enterprising ladies. In fact some of the title winners from Season 1 are already doing good work in the entertainment industry.”

The auditions of the pageant will be carried out in all major cities & colleges across Chandigarh and Punjab from the last of week of September 2019. The grooming session of finalists will be conducted by Aman Grewal, Vaishnavi Boora, & Gagan Chahal will hone the skills of participants holistically for the Grand Finale, which is going to be held on 24th December at Tagore Theatre, Sector 18, Chandigarh.

Those who are desirous of participating, can register themselves at www.sparklesproduction.in

No More Shedding Tears by Onions

City Startup’s AlooPyaz App promises to sell onions and potatoes cheaper than market rates

Chandigarh, September 25, 2019: POT Agritech Private Limited, India’s first Agritech Startup in Onion and potato supply chain industry with a vision to organize the $ 16 billion unorganized onion and potato industry in India, launched a unique mobile app which promises to do away with 6-7 middlemen thus assuring good quality product at less than market prices.

The app was launched by Shri. Ajit Balaji Joshi, IAS, Director General, Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, former Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh and Smt. Nazuk Kumar, IAS, Administrator, Agriculture Marketing Board, UT at Chandigarh Press Club here. It is available both on iOS App Store and Android Play Store.

The brainchild was conceptualized by two youngsters Sudarshan Patel, an alumni of Punjab Engineering College (PEC), having an experience in corporate, F&V industry and Vinod Kashyap who has an experience of working in corporates like  Walmart and Big Basket.

Sharing the success story, Sudarshan Patel, Co-Founder, AlooPyaz App said, he had in 2014 come up with a startup SabKuchFresh.com which got acquired by Paytm backed by Jugnoo in 2016. He said that Our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been encouraging startups through Startup India campaign and the aim behind coming up with Aloo Pyaz is to check price fluctuation in the market which is very high as of now. Thus farmers & consumers both are at loss.

“The company procure stocks direct from farmers whereas presently there are 7 to 8 middlemen between the farmer and customer who dominate the market, which will be done away with through this App. While the original concept is B2B and will primarily cater to the demand of retailers, hotels, restaurants, caterers, canteens, departmental stores, modern trade, whole sellers and super markets", Patel said.

"Also end consumers will be directly benefit as they can buy 1 kg premium packing of Onion & Potato from neighborhood kiryana / supermarket stores at prices cheaper than local market”, Patel said.

Vinod Kashyap, Co-Founder, AlooPyaz App, said, " A special Navratra offer, Potato bags will be available at the rate of Rs 5 per kg whereas the current market price is Rs.14-15 per kg. While for onions produce will be obtained directly from Nashik farmers, for potatoes, supply will come from farmers in Jalandhar, Agra and Himachal Pradesh. Tricity customers can place orders from today onwards, while after four months Delhi will be launched and in one year, 15 to 20 cities will be covered.”

Kashyap said, the concept will directly benefit the farmers as they don’t need to store or pack their produce and same day digital payment will be made to them. Shortly, we plans to introduce forecasting facility for farmers, world's best seeds would be given to farmers. Thereby farmers can sell complete harvest to our company.

BOX:What makes Aloo Pyaz Different?

·       Price Transparency

·       Best quality delivery at doorstep

·       Accurate weighing

·       Flexible payment modes

·       Same day delivery