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DLSA Observes World No Tobacco Day in Coordination with Advocates at District Bar Room SAS Nagar, May 31: As per the instructions issued by the Punjab State Legal Services Authority, SAS Nagar, District Legal Services Authority, SAS Nagar under the able leadership of Mr. Atul Kasana, District and Sessions Judge-cum-Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, organized a seminar on ‘World No Tobacco Day’ at the District Bar Room in collaboration with District Bar Association in which lawyers and general public participated.      Mrs. Surabhi Prashar, Secretary, District Legal Services Authority informed that ‘No Tobacco Day’ is celebrated by the World Health Organization on 31st May every year since 1987. To prevent the negative effects of tobacco use on the human body, the government has imposed a ban on use of Tabacco on public places through law.       Mr. Gurpreet Singh, Project Manager, Generation Savior Association, while giving information about...

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, alongwith the Administrator UT Chandigarh, to Felicitate International and National Level Sportspersons of Chandigarh Chandigarh, 30th May 2025: The Hon’ble Union Minister of Labour and Employment and Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya along with the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator UT Chandigarh, Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria shall facilitate the outstanding sportspersons from the Union Territory of Chandigarh who have brought laurels to the city by securing First, Second, and Third positions in prestigious International and National Level Competitions and Championships.   The Felicitation Programme is being organized by the Sports Department, Chandigarh Administration on 31st May 2025 at the Post Graduate College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh.  New projects like the Chess centers at Sports Complex Sector 39 and 8 and the Billiards and Snooker Hall at Sports Complex Sector 42 were completed in ...

  Market Summary – Tuesday Benchmark Indices: Nifty 50 closed 163 points (0.65%) lower at 24,838 . Sensex fell 592 points (0.72%) to end at 81,5845 . Nifty Bank declined 220 points (0.40%) to close at 55,351.30 . Small and Midcap Stocks: BSE Smallcap rose 98 points (0.19%) to finish at 51,865.29 . BSE Midcap gained 80.33 points (0.18%) to end at 45,191.80 . Sector Highlights: Defense index outperformed, rallying over 1% . Profit booking seen in selective Auto, Banking, and IT stocks. Market showed non-directional activity; traders waiting for a breakout. Intraday Movement: Nifty 50 fell up to 1.17% intraday. Sensex corrected by 1.27% at the lowest point during the session. Top Gainers (Nifty 50): Jio Financial (+3.87%) IndusInd Bank Trent Adani Ports Sun Pharma Top Losers: UltraTech Cement JSW Steel ITC Tata Motors Grasim Industries Market Cap Movers: Jaipuria Group market cap s...

TOTAL FERTILITY RATE (TFR) 1. Context Delhi has not only recorded the lowest Total Fertility Rate (TFR), the average number of children per woman, but also the highest decline in the TFR in recent years.The Sample Registration System (SRS) report by the Registrar General of India for 2021, released on May 7, stated that Delhi’s TFR was 1.4 in 2021 against 1.9 in 2011, a 26.3% decline 2. About the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) The Total Fertility Rate (TFR) is a key demographic indicator that helps us understand the average number of children a woman in a specific population will have during her lifetime, assuming current birth patterns persist. It's different from the crude birth rate, which simply measures the number of births per 1,000 people in a population in a given year. What it measuresThe average number of children a woman will have throughout her reproductive lifespan. It considers age-specific fertility rates, which means it takes into account the different birth rates...

  Rachna Singh got Gold Medal for coming first in Naturopathy and Yoga(NDDY) Chandigarh: Rachna Singh got first position by scoring in the examinations of Naturopathy and Yoga (NDDY). She was honored with gold medal, memento and degree in the convocation organized by Gandhi National Academy of Naturopathy, New Delhi. This honor was given by the hands of Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor, Desh Bhagat University and Dr. Puneet Malik, Secretary of Gandhi Smarak Prakritik Chikitsa Samiti, New Delhi. Dr. Rachna Singh said that she has done a three and a half year course of Naturopathy and Yoga conducted by Gandhi National Academy of Naturopathy and Yoga, New Delhi. Dr. Rachna Singh further said that she applies Naturopathy and Yoga on herself. She practices Yoga regularly and if she has any disease, she cures it through Naturopathy only. In modern medical style, the disease is suppressed but in Naturopathy, the disease is eradicated from its root. In this, emphasis is given on the reason why t...

*Chief Secretary, UT Chandigarh Directs Adoption of Quality Standards*   ​A meeting of State Level Committee on Standardization was held under the Chairmanship of  Sh. Rajeev Verma, Chief Secretary, UT Chandigarh. The Committee aims to promote use of Indian Standards to create a robust quality system in the UT and protect the interest of the consumers.  A detailed presentation was given by Smt. Sneh Lata, Deputy Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards (North India). ​The Chief Secretary, UT Chandigarh directed all public dealing departments to obtain Anti Bribery Management System (IS0 37001) certification. He further directed to make plans for implementation of Service Quality Management System (SQMS) across all departments. Commissioner, Municipal Corporation & Estate office, in particular were asked to  implement Record Management system to smoothen their record especially the old ones.  The Chief Secretary applauded the efforts of Municipal Corporat...

जब देश पुकारे, तो हम तैयार खड़े हों” – Governor Kataria’s Call to the Youth Echoes Across Chandigarh. Over 3,000 Volunteers Enroll as Civil Defence Heroes at Tagore Theatre and Tiranga Urban Park. An Emotional Appeal by the Administrator Inspires a New Generation of Invisible Warriors. Chandigarh, May 10, 2025  It was not just a Civil Defence enrollment drive; it was a stirring call to duty. Under the wise and heartfelt leadership of Punjab Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, more than 3,000 young citizens stepped forward with unwavering resolve to serve as Civil Defence volunteers in a time of growing uncertainty. Held at Tagore Theatre in Sector 18 and Tiranga Urban Park in Sector 17, the event witnessed not only an overwhelming response but also a surge of national pride and youthful determination.  The Governor’s presence electrified the atmosphere. His words, full of emotion and moral clarity, struck a deep chord with every listener – es...

10 May, 2025 General advisory; Situation at the border districts is critical Avoid large gatherings or crowd.  Avoid moving out in the open. Residents in tall buildings to stay very alert.  In case they hear the sirens, they shall immediately follow the directions.  Avoid Malls and high rise commercial buildings, in case not necessary.  Stay calm. All above are precautionary measures for our safety. Please cooperate 10th May, 2025 DC SAS Nagar 10 May, 2024 15:31  SAS NAGAR NO FLY ZONE alert  11 may, 2025

*Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla calls emergency response meeting amidst India-Pakistan tensions* *Chandigarh, May 9:-* In a swift and proactive response to the escalating tension between India and Pakistan, Chandigarh Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla today convened an Special meeting with top officials of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh. The meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Senior Deputy Mayor Sh. Jasbir Singh Bunty, Deputy Mayor Smt. Taruna Mehta, all Joint Commissioners, Chief Engineer, Superintending Engineers and senior officers of the Corporation. Mayor Babla, while expressing deep concern for the safety and well-being of Chandigarh residents, issued a series of urgent instructions to ensure the city’s preparedness for any emergency. She emphasized that “citizens’ safety is our topmost priority, and the Municipal Corporation is fully mobilized to respond swiftly and efficiently.” Key measures initiated under the Mayor’s leadership include: • Emerge...

पंचकूला जिला में सभी शिक्षण संस्थान बंद रखने के आदेश  पंचकूला 8 मई। वर्तमान हालात को देखते हुए उपायुक्त मोनिका गुप्ता ने पंचकूला जिला के सभी सरकारी और गैर सरकारी शिक्षण संस्थानों को 9 और 10 मई के लिए बंद करने के आदेश दिए हैं उपायुक्त मोनिका गुप्ता ने बताया कि आपात स्थिति के मद्देनजर सभी सरकारी और गैर सरकारी स्कूलों के साथ-साथ कॉलेज एवं अन्य शिक्षण संस्थानों को 9 और 10 मई के लिए बंद रखने का निर्णय लिया गया है। उन्होंने कहा कि सारी अलर्ट रहें और जिला प्रशासन की ओर से जारी सूचनाओं का पालन करें और सतर्कता बरतें। Panjab University, Chandigarh  Dated: 08th May, 2025 This is for the information of the public in general and students in particular that the exams scheduled for 9, 10 and 12 May, 2025 are postponed. New dates will be announced later on. Controller of Examinations, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

*MC Conducts Briefing Session on Rain Water Harvesting for RWA Members* *Chandigarh, May 6:-* The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh organized a comprehensive briefing session for members of various Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) at the Jal Shakti Kendra, Water Works, Sector 37, to promote awareness and understanding of Rain Water Harvesting (RWH) technology and the construction of structures/pits for water conservation. The session was attended by engineering staff and officials from the Municipal Corporation, RWA representatives from different sectors, and water conservation experts. The aim of the session was to encourage RWAs to adopt sustainable water management practices and assist them with the technical aspects of implementing rainwater harvesting systems within their respective residential areas. During the session, detailed presentations were made on the design, construction, and maintenance of RWH structures, along with discussions on the environmental and long-term econ...

NINE, PGIMER, organizes Walkathon *NINE, PGIMER, organizes Walkathon to Combat Drug Addiction as a part of the Ongoing initiative ‘Nashamukt Chandigarh’*  In response to the clarion call for a "Nashamukat Chandigarh" by the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, the National Institute of Nursing Education (NINE), PGIMER, Chandigarh, organized a "Walk for Drug Free Chandigarh" walkathon to raise awareness about the dangers of drug addiction.  The event, held on the PGI campus, was flagged off by *Prof. Vipin Koushal, Medical Superintendent, PGIMER* , and *Dr. Sukphal Kaur, Principal, NINE, PGIMER* .   While commending the efforts of NINE, *Prof. Vipin Koushal* emphasized the importance of continuous education on drug de-addiction, stating, “Channelizing youth energy in a constructive manner is extremely important to dissuade them from drug abuse as well as to combat drug addiction and our event is a step in the direction of ongoing efforts in Chandigarh to address and reduce dr...

*MC Chandigarh launches 7 days Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidaari abhiyan* *Mayor appeals citizens to join hands in this initiative* *Chandigrh, May 1:-* The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has launched week long cleanliness campaign of Rain Water Harvesting structures throughout city here today under the ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidaari’ initiative from 1st May to 7th May, 2025. While speaking about the campaign City Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla said that under this campaign, all the rainwater harvesting structures are being cleaned across the city to enhance rainwater harvesting and ensure long-term water sustainability. She said that water conservation is not just a policy, it’s an attempt and a virtue as well; it has generosity as well and responsibility too. She said that water was not just a resource but a question of life and the future of humanity. She expressed happiness towards the inception of public participation in the meaningful efforts of water conservation. Commissioner, MC, Chan...