The Satkarmic Mission Hosts Life-Transforming Seminar on Women Empowerment

Chandigarh Sep 29,2024

The Satkarmic Mission, a renowned spiritual organization, organized a highly impactful and life-transforming seminar on "Women Empowerment and Punjab: Nurturing Societies" at Smt. Sakindra Sakindra DeviMulti MultiMedia Hall of Maharishi Dayanand Public School 

MDAV Bhavan, Daria, Chandigarh.

The seminar was led by Bibi Harleen Kaur, the revered spiritual head of the mission, who is tirelessly working towards saving Punjab from the evils of religious conversion, drug addiction, and promoting spiritual growth for societal progress.

The seminar witnessed an overwhelming participation of over 100 women from all walks of life, including teachers, housewives, professionals, students, and social activists. The diverse gathering reflected the mission's commitment to empowering women across various segments of society.

Bibi Harleen Kaur delivered a thought-provoking and inspiring lecture, emphasizing the pivotal role women play in fostering family, community, and societal progress.She passionately emphasized women's pivotal role in combating Punjab's pressing challenges - religious conversion and drug addiction. Bibi Harleen Kaur's engaging and interactive approach included anecdotes, participatory activities, and daily tasks for self-celebration, encouraging participants to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.The seminar also featured by esteemed guest speakers.

Sardar Inder Preet Singh, President of Shiromani Akali Dal, emphasized the importance of facing adversities with a smiling and peaceful face. He encouraged participants to prioritize mental peace and engage in constructive discussions to avoid pent-up emotions.

Sardar Harmeet Singh, Vice President, highlighted the significance of harmony, meditation, and women's role in shaping characters at home. Sardar Aman Bandvi, General Secretary, stressed the importance of Indian ethos and spiritual strength. He remarked, "Western constructs celebrate annual days, but our Indian practices have always regarded women as guides and spiritual leaders, celebrating Navratras, devis, and women deities since time immemorial.

On this occasion, the Vice Principal of the school, Anju said that it is a matter of great pleasure that this program was organized in school and such knowledge was imparted to the children and parents.

An appeal by Punjab employees to Haryana employees not to fall prey to the false

Chandigarh, September 30, 2024 – 

Mr. Sukhjit Singh, State President of the CPF Employees Union, Punjab, and National Senior Vice President of the National Movement for Old Pension Scheme, today held a press conference cautioning Haryana Government employees about the dangers of falling prey to false promises regarding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) by the Aam Aadmi Party leaders. He added that the union leaders who raised their voice to demand OPS and justice for the employees were put under house arrest by the state government. To add to their woes, and harass the employees they are transferred to remote areas and police force is also used to pressurize them. 

He also stated that more than 10 meetings, scheduled with the delegation led by union leaders, were deferred by the Chief Minister. The cabinet subcommittee constituted by the state government to address the issues of the employees, is mere killing time since they do not have the authority to address the grievances of the employees. 

The president claimed that wherever elections are announced in any of the states across the country, the AAP leaders start campaigning and misleading the voters by announcing to implement the old pension scheme after forming government, but in reality the party is stalling the same in the states where they are already in power.

Addressing the media persons, he said that in November 2022, the Chief Minister of Punjab announced the implementation of the OPS as a Diwali gift to government employees. However, despite squandering crores of rupees in other states for party promotion and other unproductive activities, the OPS has yet to be restored in Punjab, as promised to the employees, who voted the party to power.

Mr. Singh, on behalf of more than 2 lakh employees of the Punjab, warned that Haryana Government employees should not be misled by similar promises from the AAP leaders. He urged them to learn from the experience of Punjab employees and vote wisely in the upcoming elections.

The president added that the promises that have not been fulfilled by the government include restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, restoration of Pay Scale, evoke Development Tax of Rs 200, full salary to newly recruits, implementation of the 6th Pay Commission and release of arrears for Dearness Allowance (DA). 

About the CPF Employees Union, Punjab

The CPF Employees Union, Punjab, is a leading organization representing the interests of government employees in the state. The union is committed to advocating for the welfare of its members and promoting social justice.

About the National Movement for Old Pension Scheme The National Movement for Old Pension Scheme is a nationwide campaign aimed at restoring the OPS for government employees across India. The movement is supported by various employee unions and civil society organizations.

Those who were present during the occasion include Ranbir Singh Dhande State General Secretary, Amandeep Singh State Finance Secretary, Gurmel Singh Virak President Patiala, Dharminder Singh President Mansa, Sandeep Bhambuk President Ludhiana, Jarnail Singh Aujla President Fatehgarh Sahib, Sangat Ram President Kapurthala, Rakesh Kumar Ludhiana, Jaswinder Kumar Mansa, Sanjeev Kumar Rupnagar.

Raj Babbar makes a stellar comeback after many years!

Amritsar : The first and exclusive glimpse of the upcoming film Shahkothas been revealed today for the media at the teaser launch press conference. The teaser shows Guru Randhawa getting down from a police van in a strange place. With rain pouring down on him and the beautiful song playing in the background, crooned by Altamash Faridi, intensifies the feel of the teaser and expectations reaching an all-time high.

The makers of Shahkot have been quite playful with the audiences in their choice of releasing the publicity material on their socials. Where the title poster was a Passport, the motion poster exuded a feeling a separation. The release of second poster featuring Guru Randhawa and Isha Talwar was all things love and romance.

This teaser, radiates a baffled feeling all together. The various emotions expressed with this film are making it a much awaited release, and topping it with this one being Guru Randhawa’s Punjabi debut, opposite Mirzapur trending artist Isha Talwar.

Revealed earlier, the cast ensemble includes powerful presence of Raj Babbar, Seema Kaushal, Gurshabad, Neha Dayal, Hardip Singh Gill, Manpreet Singh, Aulhak Madam, Jatinder Kaur.

This film has been Produced by Anirudh Mohta and directed by Rajiv Dhingra, known for Love Punjab, and comedy nights with Kapil.

Rajiv Dhingra, Director of Shahkot expressed his excitement on this project, and said, “As a Director, my aim is to bring stories, with mass and class appeal for the global audiences. With Shahkot, I can say that this is not a regular love story. As a Director, my aim is to bring new dimension in film making and bring forth stories which have the ability to evoke a feeling of shared emotions with our audiences across the globe”.

Anirudh Mohta, Producer of Shahkot is a young and dynamic business tycoon; and owner of Aim7Sky Studios expressed his film production experience, he said, “I believe that Punjabi cinema is growing by leaps and bounds! I believe that cinema goers are looking at larger than life experiences while watching a film in theatres, and as a Producer I will fulfill the expectations of my audiences as they are the true evaluators of films.”

This is being presented by Aim7sky Studios, in association with Rapa Nui’s Films and 751 Films. Music and originalbackground score has been done by Jatinder Shah.

The teaser of the film was released today a press conference held at Cinepolis, Bestech Mall, Mohali.

This film will be distributed theatrically by Seven Colors, worldwide.

इंटरनेशनल फार्मा फेडरेशन करेगी छेत्र में फार्मा इंडस्ट्री को हाईटेक

इंटरनेशनल फार्मा फेडरेशन का गठन सर्वसम्मति से हुआ, और इसकी पहली मीटिंग में ही शहर के फार्मा ट्रेडर्स ने सक्रिय भागीदारी दिखाई। यह नवनिर्मित एसोसिएशन भारत भर के फार्मा मैन्युफैक्चरिंग और ट्रेडिंग क्षेत्र के लोगों को एकजुट कर रही है। इसका मुख्य उद्देश्य फार्मा बिजनेस को राष्ट्रीय और अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर बढ़ावा देना है।

पहली मीटिंग में यह चर्चा की गई कि किस तरह से सीएमई (कंटीन्यूस मेडिकल एजुकेशन) और ट्रेनिंग सेमिनार के माध्यम से व्यापारियों और निर्माताओं को फार्मा क्षेत्र में नवीनतम प्रगति और आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस के उपयोग के बारे में जागरूक किया जा सकता है। इसके साथ ही, सरकार और फार्मा इंडस्ट्री के साथ सहयोग (लाइजनिंग) और नीति निर्माण में एसोसिएशन की भागीदारी सुनिश्चित करने पर भी विचार किया गया।

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चैयरमैन संजय सिन्हा , प्रेसिडेंट गुलशन रावत व जनरल सेक्रेटरी नीरज गिरी व 

विशाल अग्रवाल व सौरभ जुनेजा जॉइंट सेक्रेटरी व मनोज निगम ऑर्गेनाइजिंग सेक्रेट्री व एमके भाटिया सीनियर वाइस प्रेसिडेंट मौजूद रहे ,इस मौके फाउंडर मेंबर्स में विवेक नासा व सजन गर्ग शामिल रहे ।

गौरतलब है कि पंचकूला में फार्मास्यूटिकल मैन्युफैक्चरर ट्रेडर्स स्पेशल इकोनामी जोन की मांग कर रहे हैं ताकि नजदीकी राज्य हिमाचल के बद्दी जैसा फार्मा उद्योग पंचकूला जिला में विकसित हो पाए , गत दिनों 12 फुट की बड़ी सिरिंज हरियाणा के पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री चंद्र मोहन को भेंट कर ,मांग पत्र भी दिया था

Anant Ambani and Murray Auchincloss inaugurate Jio-bp’s 500th EV-charging station at Jio World Centre (JWC), BKC, Mumbai, marking the installation of 5,000 Jio-bp charging points in India

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh), Sep 26,2024

Anant Mukesh Ambani, Director, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and Murray Auchincloss, CEO, bp today inaugurated the 500th Jio-bp pulse EV-charging station of Jio-bp, a fuels and mobility joint venture between RIL and bp. This station was opened at Takoli, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh.

The commissioning of the EV-charging station enables access for guests at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, Jio World Plaza and Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai, marking the installation of the 5000th Jio-bp pulse charging point in India.  

Jio-bp has expanded its network of EV-charging stations at a rapid pace, growing from 1,300 to 5,000 in just a year. With 95% of its EV-charging network comprising of fastcharging stations—the highest in the industry—the company is poised to deliver highspeed electrons with unmatched industry-leading uptime of 96%, establishing itself as the country’s most reliable charging network.  

Jio-bp is also the first in the industry to deploy the top-rated 480 KW chargers backed by unique CVPs, which enables it to provide an efficient and quick charging experience at locations such as malls, public parking, corporate parks, hotels, and wayside amenities. By reducing range anxiety through its rapidly growing charging infrastructure, minimising charging time with DC fast chargers, and delivering a seamless charging experience through its state-of-the-art Jio-bp pulse charging app, Jio-bp has occupied pole position in accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in India. 

“Jio-bp is playing a pioneering role in accelerating EV adoption in India. With the largest network share of fast-charging stations, fastest growth in EVcharging infra, and highest reliability, Jio-bp is offering a well-packaged, digitised charging solution to millions of Indians,” Mr. Anant M. Ambani stated during the launch. 

With its foray into green electrons, powered by Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited’s solar power plants, Jio-bp is making rapid progress in its the broader goal of promoting sustainable green mobility in India. 

“EV charging is one of bp’s key transition businesses in our journey to becoming an integrated energy company. We are focusing on scale, speed, and strategic locations to provide a seamless customer experience. By combining bp and RIL’s capabilities, we are delivering EV charging with convenience, creating a unique value proposition for customers," Murray Auchincloss said in a statement. 

With its sustained charging infrastructure growth, pioneering customer proposition, and focus on sustainability, Jio-bp is reinforcing its position as the fastest, mostly widely available, and most reliable EV charging partner in India. 

 

About Jio-bp: 

Operating under the brand ‘Jio-bp’, Reliance BP Mobility Limited (RBML) is an Indian fuels and mobility joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and bp. The joint venture leverages Reliance’s presence across the country and its millions of consumers through the Jio digital platform. bp brings its extensive global experience in high-quality differentiated fuels, lubricants, retail, and advanced low carbon mobility solutions. In addition to marketing conventional fuels, RBML provides advanced mobility solutions and alternate fueling options to its customers such as Electric Vehicles (EV) charging points. The company’s aviation brand ‘air bp-Jio’ is a leading supplier of Aviation Turbine Fuel across India. The brand ‘Jio-bp Fuel4U’ caters to on-demand doorstep delivery of diesel and is a market leader in the segment

Dr. Harinder Singh Bedi, "Every minute four people die of heart attack in India, 25 percent of those who die are under the age of 40."

Chandigarh, September 25, 2024: In view of health-related issues assuming a critical proportion worldwide including India, a 5-km long ‘Run for Heart Health' will be organized by Grecian Park Hospital in Mohali on Sunday, September 29, 2024, which is being celebrated as World Heart Day.

Dr Harinder Singh Bedi, Director, Cardiac Sciences, Park Grecian Hospital and Dr. Neeraj Bhargava, Lab Director & Additional Medical Superintendent, Park Grecian Hospital held a press conference at Chandigarh Press Club here to share details of the pertinent activity being organised on the occasion of World Heart Day. A poster of the upcoming run was also unveiled at the press conference. 

Dr Bedi said, “The run is aimed at creating awareness about heart diseases, especially their prevention. People should know how physical activities help keep our hearts healthy. For a good heart, one needs to manage stress, control BP, maintain ideal weight, have a sensible diet and do regular yoga.”

The event is in sync with the theme of ‘Use Heart for Action’ supporting individuals to care for their hearts and take cardiovascular health seriously.

Dr Bedi added, “The run assumes significance due to the alarming situation related to heart health mainly among younger Indians. Every minute, four people die of a heart attack in India and the age group affected is usually 30 to 50 years. It is unfortunate indeed that according to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, 25 percent of heart attack deaths in India occur in people below 40 years of age. This has been highlighted in recent times by well-known media and social site personalities being attacked by the disease.”

While explaining the run's route Ashok Bedwal, CEO, Park Grecian Hospital, Mohali said that the 5-Km run would start at 5.30 am from Grecian Park Hospital, Sector 69, Mohali. The participants will make a U-Turn from DBU Chowk and will finish the run at its point of origination – Park Grecian Hospital by 8.30 am. As many as 700 Prominent citizens of tricity, doctors, women, children and health enthusiasts are expected to take part in the run.

Dr Bedi informed that the run would be flagged off by Chief Guest Major General Mathews Jacob, VSM, Commandant, Command Hospital Western Command, Chandimandir, Deputy Commissioner, Mohali, Ms Aashika Jain(IAS); Mr Deepak Pareek(IPS), SSP, Mohali, and others.

Reflecting on the significance of running and its impact on the heart health, Dr Neeraj Bhargava, who is also an experienced marathon runner, said, “Daily running offers numerous benefits for heart health including improved cardiovascular fitness, strengthening of heart muscle, enhances the heart’s efficiency in pumping blood, and even lowers blood pressure.”

Dr Bhargava further said that running also increases the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol – good cholesterol – and lowers triglycerides. “At the same time, running also helps burn calories, which can aid in maintaining a healthy weight, and reducing the risk of heart disease,” he said.

In conclusion Dr Bedi said, “The global theme of World Heart Day – Action for Heart Health - highlights a shift from awareness to empowerment with a clear purpose and goal. There is also the two-way nature of action: efforts to influence policies and advocate for behaviour change and physical activity.”

Rising Stars Shine at PNB MetLife Junior Badminton Championship 2024 in Jalandhar city

Jalandhar, 24 September 24: In a dazzling showcase of badminton talent, over 700 gifted young players from every corner of Punjab took center stage at the 8th edition of the PNB MetLife Junior Badminton Championship 2024. This eagerly anticipated sporting spectacle culminated today in a thrilling finale at the prestigious Raizada Hansraj Badminton Stadium where 10 budding badminton champions emerged victorious in their respective categories.

The audience witnessed exceptional games across various age groups. In the Boys Singles Under 9 category, Vansh Sharma triumphed over Garv Aggarwal with a score of 17-15 &15-7, while in the Girls Singles Under 9, Nayra Sharma defeated Aanya Tiwari with a score of 7-15, 15-7 & 15-13.

In the Boys Singles Under 11 category, Yuvan Bansal emerged victorious against Tavish Choudhary with a score of 11-15, 15-13 & 15-10, and in the Girls Singles Under 11 category, Aadya Singh Meena outperformed Kaylin with a score of 17-15, 10-15 & 16-14.

The Boys Singles Under 13 category saw Hrithik Dhaka defeating Vihaan Kapoor with a score of 15-11 & 15-8 in a thrilling match. In the Girls Singles Under 13 category, Aradhya Singh secured a commanding win against Japleen Kaur with a score of 15-12 & 15-12, establishing herself as a force to be reckoned with.

In the Boys Singles Under 15 category, Viren Seth continued his impressive run, overcoming Singh Zorawar with a score of 15-8 & 15-11 in a competitive match. Meanwhile, Dishika Suri emerged victorious in the Girls Singles Under 15 category with a strong performance against Aradhya Singh with a score of 15-7 & 15-13.

The Boys Singles Under 17 category featured Danish Bhanot who claimed victory over Aditya Sharma with a score of 15-11 & 15-7 while in the Girls Singles Under 17 category Sania beat Sejal Kaur with a score of 15-12 & 15-11.

The closing ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries including Shri Gajendra Kumar Negi, Chairman, Punjab Gramin Bank, Shri Deepak Kumar Banka, General Manager, Punjab Gramin Bank, Sardar Manvinder Singh, Deputy Director, Chief Minister Office, Punjab and Mr Ritin Khanna, Secretary, Punjab Badminton Association. They presented the victorious young athletes with the prestigious JBC Trophy, acknowledging their remarkable achievements.

Mr. Sameer Bansal, MD and CEO at PNB MetLife, enthused, "What an action-packed start to the games. Sports has true power to change lives, not least in helping children build confidence and develop mentally and physically. That's what drives our commitment to the PNB MetLife Junior Badminton Championship, and on behalf of PNB MetLife, I congratulate the winners and all the players for their enthusiasm and dedication to excellence in badminton.”

The PNB MetLife Junior Badminton Championship has earned the prestigious distinction of being recognized as the world's largest junior badminton tournament by the World Record Certification Agency (WRCA) for two consecutive years. This remarkable achievement underscores the championship's pivotal role in promoting junior badminton excellence in India.

This world record is a testament to the championship's consistent growth, exceptional organization, and the immense participation it attracts from young badminton enthusiasts across the country.

The event has garnered support from prominent figures in Indian badminton, including Satwik Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Prakash Padukone, Ashwini Ponnappa, Vimal Kumar, and Chetan Anand. These icons lend their expertise to the JBC Boot Camp, an innovative online badminton academy that provides invaluable insights and techniques to help young players refine their skills.

The next phase of this year's championship is set to take place in Hyderabad starting from 24th Sept. We invite everyone to join us at Vishwamanya Badminton Academy as we continue to witness the rise of India's future badminton legends.

Anviksha 2024: NMIMS Chandigarh's Techfest Showcases Innovation and Creativity

Chandigarh, 17 September 2024: NMIMS Chandigarh’s School of Technology Management & Engineering recently concluded its first annual tech fest, Anviksha 2024, a celebration of innovation, competition, and creativity. The event drew participants from 35 prominent institutions, including Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS) New Delhi, Amity University, Chitkara University, NIT Raipur, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Punjab Engineering College (PEC), Delhi Technological University (DTU), and Nanyang Technological University Singapore.

Reflecting on the success of Anviksha 2024, Chief Guest Mr. Rajeev Allawadi, AGM at Bharat Electronics Chandigarh said “Anviksha is not just about competition; it's about inspiring young minds to think differently. Success is not the ultimate goal but a relative concept. It's the mindset that counts.” Mr. Allawadi, with over 33 years of experience, also conducted an engaging activity to encourage mindset changes among the participants. 

Dr. Prashant Kumar, Special Guest Principal Scientist at CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organization (CSIO), praised Anviksha as an excellent platform for innovation. He discussed the growing importance of AI and the need for cross-disciplinary studies, emphasizing how fields like Computer Science and Engineering are becoming increasingly agile and collaborative. Guest of Honor Dr. Sanjay Sood, Associate Director at C-DAC Mohali and Project Director of eSanjeevani (National Telemedicine Service), also addressed the attendees, emphasizing the role of technology in transforming healthcare and other critical sectors.

Dr. Jyotsna, Associate Dean at STME, NMIMS Chandigarh, expressed optimism about the event’s future: “Just as Kshitij started as a spark and became a beacon of technical excellence, Anviksha holds the potential to become a defining event in the landscape of technical fests. Our students have demonstrated not only their technical skills but also their ability to innovate and collaborate; qualities that will take this fest to new heights in the years to come.”

Anviksha 2024 featured a range of competitions, with CODEFIESTA 2.0 emerging as a highlight. In this coding contest, Team 20, led by Hardik Tiwari, clinched first prize for their impressive programming skills. Another popular event, MindCraft, focused on 3D modeling and printing, saw the team Tech Titan (Arya Srivastava and Sanyam) emerge victorious, demonstrating innovative designs judged by industry experts.

Digital art and cybersecurity enthusiasts competed in Cyber Canvas, where Team 2, composed of Harkirat and Aarushi, took home the top prize for their creative digital art project. The Esports Arena also witnessed intense action, with participants competing in titles like FIFA, Call of Duty, and League of Legends. Team Invincibles (Parth Raj, Rakshit Monga) secured first place in FIFA, while Hartaj Singh triumphed in Tekken 8.

With an exciting day of challenges and creativity, Anviksha 2024 has set a solid foundation for future editions, cementing NMIMS Chandigarh’s role in promoting technical innovation among students. The event concluded with an awards ceremony to honor the winners, leaving participants eager for next year’s edition.