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CHANDIGARH: La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Theo Farrell celebrated the enduring strength of the Australian institution’s 30-year partnership with Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR) during a visit in India today (31 January 2025). Professor Farrell, who was joined on his visit by Victorian Commissioner to South Asia Michelle Wade, met with LSR Principal Professor Suman Sharma at the school's South Delhi campus to recognise the significant 30th anniversary milestone. The partnership, one of La Trobe’s longest standing in India, enables the exchange of students between the two institutions, provides LSR staff with professional development opportunities at La Trobe and supports opportunities in research and innovation. Professor Farrell said La Trobe was proud of its continuing partnership with LSR as it aligned with the University’s goals to build inclusive communities, advance academic excellence and lead transformative change. “Lady Shri R...

Benzene a ‘Harmful Chemical’ Must Not Be Used in Dish Washing Soaps & Detergents Mohali, January 27, 2025: In an initiative aimed at safeguarding people from the harmful effects of Benzene,PAOS Industries in collaboration with Mohali Municipal Corporation unveiled the 'Benzene-Free Bharat' initiative, which seeks to create awareness about the dangers of Benzene, who’s derivative 'Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA)' is a common surfactant found in many dishwashing soaps and liquids. LABSA is derived from Benzene through a chemical process. It is noteworthy that in India, detergent manufacturers are using LABSA in their products, despite Benzene being classified as a carcinogen by the World Health Organization (WHO). The 'Benzene Free Bharat' initiative saw an awareness session on ill effects of Benzene being held at the Community Centre, Sec 69, Mohali. Mayor of Mohali Amarjeet Singh Sidhu was the chief guest. Deepankar Garg, PCS , Joint Commission...