भगत सिंह की विचार धारा पर शोध कार्य की आवश्यकताः राणा के. पी. सिंह

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Chandigarh 28^th September:- शहीद-ए-आज़म सरदार भगत सिंह जी की 112वीं जयंती के अवसर पर आज गांधी स्मारक भवन सैक्टर 16 के सभागार में विशेष कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया गया। मुख्य अतिथि पंजाब विधान सभा के स्पीकर राणा के. पी. सिंह, विशिष्ट अतिथि भगत सिंह के भतीजे किरण जीत सिंह ने प्रोग्राम में शिरकत की। कार्यक्रम की अध्यक्षता गांधी स्मारक निधि के अध्यक्ष के.के. शारदा ने की व मुख्य वक्ता के रूप में बोलते हुए प्रसिद्ध इतिहासकार एम.एम.जुनेजा ने कहा कि भगत सिंह को जब फासी देने के लिए ले जाया जा रहा था तो भगत सिंह के चेहरे पर हंसी थी और ले जाने वाले लोग रो रहे थे।

राणा के. पी. सिंह ने कहा कि भगत सिंह एक साधारण क्रांतिकारी नहीं थे, वे एक सुपर क्रांतिकारी थे। भगत सिंह ने भारतीय संस्कृति को सही मायनो में समझा है। उन्होंने कहा कि भगत सिंह की राजनीतिक सोच पर अभी तक कोई शोध कार्य नहीं हुआ है। इसके लिए भगत सिंह पर चेयर स्थापित की जाने की जरूरत है।

के.के. शारदा ने कहा कि भगत सिंह की लोकप्रियता इतनी थी कि जब उनकी अस्थियों को लाहौर से लाया गया तो करीब एक लाख लोग वहाँ मौजूद थें।

वरिष्ठ उपाध्यक्ष आर्चाकुल प्रेम विज ने कहा कि भगत सिंह ने बचपन में ही बंदूको की खेती की बात कर बता दिया था कि उनके मन में क्या था।

डा. देवराज त्यागी ने कार्यक्रम के आरम्भ में आतिथियों का स्वागत किया। कार्यक्रम का संचालन दीपक चनारथल ने किया। इस अवसर पर प्रसिद्ध गायकों द्वारा देश भक्ति के गीत प्रस्तुत किए गए। 

National Theatre Festival, Rangrezz-2019 Concludes at Chitkara University

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Chandigarh 28^th September:- Intriguing storyline, invigorating performances, fascinating forms, and distinctive voices – Chitkara University's National Theatre Festival, Rangrezz-2019, had the perfect blend of these, and more. The 2-Day National Theatre Festival was held on September 27-28, 2019, at Chitkara University, Punjab campus, with over 140 teams participating from 20 states across the country. This year's theme for Rangrezz was 'Light to Enlighten'.

Day-1 concluded on a high note with students grooving to hit Punjabi numbers of renowned Punjabi singer-actor Ranjit Bawa, as he set the stage on fire at the University campus. His electrifying performance charged hundreds of students & faculty with energy as he sang hit numbers - 'Yaari Chandigarh Waliye', 'Jean', 'Dollar Vs Roti', 'Ja Ve Mundya', 'Jatt Di Akal', leaving everyone dancing into the late hours!

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Vice Chancellor, Chitkara University; said that Chitkara University's National Theatre Festival - Rangrezz, aims to provide a National-level platform to the next generation of budding performers, to showcase their artistic abilities, while at the same time ensure artistic enrichment by cultivating a connect with our rich cultural heritage. She Added that we believe complementing extra-curricular activities with education, goes a long way in helping students develop a well-rounded personality.

Talking about Chitkara University's unique initiative to encourage and promote Performance Arts in today's 'digital' times, Anshuman Singh, prominent Theatre & Film Artist, said that he believes each one of us has talent–but to get a huge platform like Rangrezz to display it, is a huge advantage. Back in our days, He wish we had a National-level platform like Rangrezz, where we could be recognised or encouraged for our talent. Congratulations to Chitkara University for bringing to us this truly unique initiative, year after year.

Speaking about the unique selling proposition of theatre, Chintamani Biswal, Theatre Artist & Actor; said that theatre is, of course, a reflection of life. The plight, sorrow, helplessness exhibited by the performers on stage sometimes ends up closely mirroring our life – sometimes giving us a very important social message or hitting us with hard facts. He added that the performances he reviewed at Chitkara University were "each a masterpiece in its own respect.

Rehearsing their street play while waiting for the judges to visit, students of one the participating team explained what theatre spells for them. "Drama is a platform that allows you to be who you are not, and adds something new to your personality each time you perform a different character! A sweet mix of creativity and talent," the enthusiasts exclaim.

Student performances continued all day long on Day-2, culminating in a grand show splashed with live performances by India's prominent theatre personalities and Rangrezz judges. The highlight of the evening was a very special Kathak dance live performance by Ms Shinjini Kulkarni, Kathak Dancer & grand-daughter of Kathak Maestro Pandit Birju Maharaj ji. It was a treat to watch her weave magic on stage with swift twirls, rhythmic foot movements, expressive motions and elegant stances. The National Theatre Festival – Rangrezz 2019, concluded with a glittering prize distribution ceremony where Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Vice Chancellor, Chitkara University; gave away the prizes to the winning teams and honoured the judges for their valuable time and contribution to Rangrezz. 

Huawei Announces #spreadthejoy Campaign with a Series of Bright Offers for Indian Consumers

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Chandigarh 28^th September:- Adding to the festive fervour of the season, Huawei Consumer Business Group India, today announced attractive deals and offers on its premium range of smartphones, tablets & wearables, which includes Huawei Y9 prime 2019, Huawei Y9 2019, Huawei P30 Pro, Huawei MATE 20Pro, Huawei MediaPad T5, Huawei Watch GT sport, Huawei Watch GT classic and Huawei Watch GT Active, between September 29 and October 4, 2019. Consumers can avail of the offers on online platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart. At offline stores, Huawei is offering product combos and discounts on Y9 Prime, P30 Pro and P30 lite. Huawei will also be launching Freelace, Mini speaker on September 29^th.

With exceptional looks coupled with best-in-class features, Huawei's range of tablets, smartphones and wearables offer unmatched consumer experiences that complements their modern fast paced lifestyles. The eight-day period offer consumers a window to buy Huawei's best-selling smartphones, smart watches and tablets, at jaw-dropping discounts and combo offers. There are also a range of offers that are applicable during the Amazon Freedom Sale. Some key ones include instant discounts, No Cost EMIs, cash backs, exchanges and product combos.

Birthday Wishes To Baby Raunit

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Chandigarh 28^th September:-Happy Birthday Baby Raunit

Bikanervala’s Special Healthy Menu for Navratri Festivities

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Chandigarh 27^th September:- Navratri, the auspicious nine-day festival, is being observed all over India. People observe fasts as a form of devotion to the almighty. Navratri Puja also entails simplicity in one's diet. Devotees eat only vegetarian food with no onions or garlic. In essence, the festival also represents the importance Hindu culture lays on detoxification of body and mind through periodic fasting and ingredients that have religious sanctions are  singhada, kuttu , samak rice, sabudaana are used in Navratri food they are  rich in minerals and high on nutrition value, and can be termed as  Healthy Super foods.

Bikanervala uses the finest of ingredients for the Navratra items on their menu as an expression of their devotion to mother goddess.

To celebrate Navratri this year, Bikanervala, a trusted name in Indian sweets, has created a special Navratri menu that focuses on taste while being mindful of religious sensitivities. The special menu will be served at Bikanervala outlets from 29^th September to 6^th October 2019.

On offer in the special Navratra menu are a wide range of falahari delicacies. These include special and deluxe falahari thalis, special falahari combos, a variety of chaats, desserts and snacks, and its trademark sweets. The falahari thali will include subzi, falahari puri, achar and sweets. The falahari paneer tikka and kebab platters are tandoori favourites.

Besides a wide array of falahari chaats, the menu offers many options in falahari snacks, including sabudana pakora, aloo bonda, paneer pakora and badam cutlet. Special sweets include falahar jalebi, makhane ki kheer, gulab jamun, Bengali sweets and dry fruit sweets and mixed fresh fruit platters, among many others.

Bikanervala uses the finest ingredients for all their Navratri items as an expression of devotion to the Mother Goddess. Its exclusive recipes have evolved over the years and become classics.  

‘Heart Team Approach’ Introduced

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Panchkula 27^th September:- 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. Harinder Singh Bedi further said that applying all the scientific information and making it useful for the patient and family have assumed central importance. He further informed that to facilitate this process of patient centric evidence-based care, a multidisciplinary heart team has been setup at Ivy.

Dr. Harinder Singh Bedi said that the objective of the team is to provide patient-centric care where family and the patients can participate in decisions.

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.

रूह को सुकून देता मखमली प्यार "मखमली प्यार" का म्यूजिक वीडियो लॉन्च: सिंगर शैल की नयी वीडियो एल्बम "मखमली प्यार"

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Chandigarh 27^th September:- "मखमली प्यार....तेरा ये खुमार....दीवाना मुझको बनाए…." ये खूबसूरत लाइन है उस गाने की जिसे मखमली आवाज़ में गाया है सिंगर शैल ने, ये गीत पूरी तरह कनाडा की वादियों में फिल्माया गया है और इस गीत की ख़ूबसूरती है इसके बोल, मधुर संगीत और उसपर मखमली आवाज़। हम बात कर रहे है सिंगर शैल के नए गीत की जिसकी म्यूजिक वीडियो का नाम है "मखमली प्यार"। शैल का कहना है की मुझे मेलोडियस सॉन्गस  पसंद है जो आपकी रूह को सुकून दे और जिसे सुनकर आपको वो याद आ जाए जो आपके दिल के सबसे करीब है। यह एक ऐसा गीत है जिसे एक बार सुनकर ही आपको इससे प्यार हो जाएगा, इस गीत को आप तक पहुँचाने में मेरी पूरी टीम ने बहुत मेहनत की है। 

इस गीत में उनके साथ नज़र आएँगी समीक्षा, जिन्होंने तमिल, तेलगु, पंजाबी और हिंदी में लगभग बीस फिल्मों में काम किया है, उनकी हालिया रिलीज़ फिल्म है परनाम जिसमें उनके साथ थे राजीव खंडेलवाल, साथ ही समीक्षा ने कई टीवी सीरियल्स, विज्ञापन और म्यूजिक एल्बम में काम किया है । समीक्षा ने कहा की शैल के साथ काम करना मेरे लिए एक बहुत बड़ी बात है क्योंकि उनके एक्सप्रेशन और उनके गीत की कहानी मुझे पसंद आती है, उनकी म्यूजिक एल्बम में चाहे वो सोनिये हीरिये हो, जान वे, ज़िन्दगी, अर्ज़ी, कोका कोका या फिर ओनली यू हो उनके हर गीत में एक अलग सा आकर्षण होता है जो म्यूजिक लवर्स को बांधे रखता है। म्यूजिक वीडियो में संगीत है विद्युत गोस्वामी का, गीतकार है विमल कश्यप और इसका निर्देशन किया है अमरजीत सिंह और सावंत घोष ने।

अमरजीत सिंह ने कहा कि शैल के साथ काम करना हमेशा से ही मजेदार रहता है या यूँ कहूं की उनके साथ काम करके हमको भी बहुत कुछ सीखने को मिलता है। सावंत घोष ने कहा की हमें शैल को कभी समझाने की ज़रूरत नहीं पड़ती की कौन से सीन में हमें क्या एक्सप्रेशन चाहिए।

National Theatre Festival 'Rangrezz' 2019 Starts at Chitkara University

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Chandigarh 27^th September:- The National Theater Festival "Rangrej-2019" started today at the Punjab Campus at Rajpura, Chitkara University. 140 teams from 20 states across the country are participating in this Annual 2-Day National Theatre Festival. This year's theme for Rangrezz is 'Light to Unlighten'.

India's prominent theatre personalities, including Shinjini Kulkarni, Kathak Dancer & granddaughter of Kathak Maestro Pandit Birju Maharaj ji; Robin Das, Eminent Actor, Director & Professor, National School of Drama; Chintamani Biswal, Theatre Artist and Actor; Manoj Singh Tiger, Eminent Theatre Artist; Sandeep Bhardwaj, Film Actor & Theatre Artist; Anshuman Singh, Theatre & Film Artist; and Rajan Arora, Theatre Artist; were invited to adjudge the participants.

Addressing the audience after a traditional inaugural ceremony, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Vice Chancellor, Chitkara University; said that Chitkara University's National Theatre Festival - Rangrezz, aims to provide a national-level platform to the next generation of budding performers, to showcase their artistic abilities, while at the same time ensure artistic enrichment by cultivating a connect with our rich cultural heritage. Adding further she said that we believe complementing extracurricular activities with education, goes a long way in helping students develop a well-rounded personality.

With a complete focus on the next generation of budding theatre artists and directors, the National Theatre Festival – Rangrezz, will witness an impressive line-up of the multi-lingual plays in English, Hindi and Punjabi, marked by various trends in the Indian society. The performances by the teams left everyone in the audience speechless. Performance categories included, Stage Play (Proscenium), Street Play (Nukkad Natak), Fringe Theatre, Monologue, Stand Up Comedy; and a variety of fun events.

The attractions on the second day of Rangrej-2019 will be the special live performance by guest of honor Kathak dancer Shinjani Kulkarni, granddaughter of Pandit Birju Maharaj ji and Musical Star Nite of Punjabi singer and actor Ranjit Bawa.

भक्तों की टोली करेगी रविवार 29 सितम्बर को 21वीं माता की विशाल चौकी का आयोजन:माता की चौकी में होगा मां का महिमा गुणगान:कँवर ग्रेवाल और मास्टर सलीम माता के भजनों से करेंगे भक्तों को निहाल:माता का भव्य दरबार और लाइटिंग होगी दर्शनीय

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Chandigarh 27^th September:- महामाई के प्रथम नवरात्र पर भक्तों की टोली की ओर से सेक्टर 28 डी में गुरुद्वारा नानकसर के पास रविवार 29 सितम्बर को 21वीं माता की विशाल चौकी का आयोजन किया जा रहा है। इस धार्मिक आयोजन में विख्यात सूफी गायक कँवर ग्रेवाल और बॉलीवुड सिंगर मास्टर सलीम माता के भजन से भक्तों को निहाल करेंगे।माता की चौंकी की शुरुआत "भक्तों की टोली" के सदस्यों द्वारा ज्योति प्रचंड के साथ होगी।  इसके बाद सूफी गायक कँवर ग्रेवाल और मास्टर सलीम माता के भजनों का गुणगान करेंगे।

इस बारे में और अधिक जानकारी देते हुए "भक्तों की टोली" के प्रधान बॉबी और लकी,जनरल सेक्रेटरी टीटू,वाईस प्रेजिडेंट अमित गोयल और हैप्पी चीमा,जॉइंट सेक्रेटरी मोंटू, बबला,  सोनू गोसाईं, अमित जस्वाल, आशु महाजन, राजेश कुमार, आशु कटियाल, विशाल कटियाल, गोलू और मोंटी नेबताया कि 29 सितम्बर को होने वाली 21वीं माता की विशाल चौकी के लिए महामाई कीज्योति वो माता मनसा देवीमंदिरसे लेकर आ रहे है।उनके अनुसार इस बार महामाई का दरबार न केवल भव्य होगा बल्कि दर्शनीय भी होगा।इसकेअलावा सेक्टर 27-28 लाइट पॉइंट से लेकर सेक्टर 28- इंडस्ट्रियल लाइट पॉइंट तक कि जा रही लाइटिंग भी बेहद ही आकर्षक होगी।महामाई के भजनोंसे सजी संध्या 06 बजे से शुरू होकर महामाई इच्छा तक चलेगी।अगले दिन सोमवार 30 सितम्बर को अटूट भंडारा चलेगा।

उन्होने बताया कि वे पिछले 20 वर्षो से माता की चौंकी का आयोजन करते है और ये उनका 21वा आयोजन है।महामाई के आशीर्वाद से ही सभी आयोजन सफल होते आये है।वो महामाई से कामना करेंगे कि महामाई सरबत का भला करेऔर उन्हें हिम्मत बक्शे कि वो सदैव ही माता की चौंकी का आयोजन करते रहे।उन्होंने बताया कि चौकी करवाने का उद्देशय युवाओं को धरम संस्कृति और अपने संस्कारों सेजोड़ना है।उन्होंने बताया कि जिस प्रकार आज का युवा नशे की ओर अग्रसर हो रहा है,उनका मकसद हैकी युवाओं को खेलों के प्रति प्रोत्साहित करें।  

Godrej Appliances Sets the Benchmark for Industrial Safety in India

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Chandigarh 27^th September:- Godrej Appliances, India's leading player in the home appliances segment, received the prestigious 'National Safety Award' for excellent performance in Industrial Safety,by the Government of India. Its Mohali factory was credited and applauded for a completely accident-free year with more than 10 lakh manhours of work.

Government of India, Ministry of Labor & Employment through DGFASLI, constituted this national level safety award to appreciate good safety performers from factories, construction sites & installations under Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB). The award was presented by Santosh Gangwar, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Labour& Employment, Government of India at VigyanBhavan, New Delhi.

While receiving the award, Hussain Shariyarr, Operations Head and Senior Vice President – Godrej Appliances, shared that Godrej Appliances is known as a pioneer and innovator in the field of appliances. We have been thought leaders with respect to various facets of the business. At the heart of all of this, are our people. Receiving the National Safety Award from the Government of India only goes to show the emphasis and importance that Godrej gives to maintaining a world-class safety culture. He added that our manufacturing unit situated in Mohali has taken the people's safety efforts to the next level, serving as a model for excellence in industrial safety. We applaud our safety compliance department for setting a high standard which resulted in this award. We are hopeful of winning many such awards in the future as well.

Education Beyond Classroom: Digital Push for Skill Development for Teachers in Colleges: Ulektz,Ties-Up with NITTTR Chandigarh

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Chandigarh 27^th September:-  uLektz, a SaaS based EdTechstart-up launched Online skill courses on Emerging Technologies in collaboration with NITTTR Chandigarh, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India to train 100,000 faculties and higher education students across India on industry required latest skills with certifications.

The Online Skills Courses of NITTTR and uLektz was launched by Shri. Laxmi Narayan Gupta IAS, Technical Member-National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in the presence of Dr. AshwaniJohar, Member - India Russia Bilateral Council of NITI Ayog, Jagdish Rai Singal, Chairman BoGs-NITTTR Chandigarh and Professor. S.S. Patnaik, Director-NITTTR Chandigarh on the 52nd Annual Day Celebrations of NITTTR Chandigarh.

National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chandigarh, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India knowing the need for developing the skill sets for lecturers and students to upgrade their knowledge and to equip themselves in this ever changing world, requisite for the current job market and to make more students employable. The academic programmes will meet the demands of the industry and keep pace with global advancements in the industry.uLektz constantly looking to develop skill sets for the student and lecturers community is looking for investors to come forward and help in improving the quality of education for the nation.

Speaking during the occasion Dr. S.S Pattnaik, Director–NITTTR Chandigarh said that NITTTR Chandigarh has trained about 25000 teachers across India through Contact Mode and ICT Mode between April 2018 and March 2019. With the launch of these online skill courses in partnership with uLektz, we aim to train 100,000 teachers and students of higher education.

Sadiq Sait M.S, Founder & CEO –uLektz, said that the partnership with NITTTR Chandigarh is the next step taken by uLektz to provide quality education to help student's community and faculties. This partnership will enable us to offer our lakhs of registered students and teachers with the online skill courses in emerging areas that are certified by NITTTR Chandigarh, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt of India.

This tie-up between uLektz and NITTR Chandigarh, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India will help students who wish to learn emerging new trends in the industry. Today, ulektz makes it possible to obtain skill certification online at student's convenience.

Coca-Cola Collaborates With Diesel to Design Capsule Collection Created from Recycled Materials

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New Delhi 27^th September:-  This Autumn, two iconic brands, DIESEL and Coca-Cola, have joined forces to create The (Re)Collection; a beautifully crafted and edgy capsule collection partially made of recycled materials, available online, worldwide from 7th October 2019.

The range includes recycled materials such as recycled PET derived from plastic bottles and recycled cotton, to create a fresh, modern interpretation of the Diesel casualwear aesthetic combined with Coca-Cola iconicity. Creating beautiful fibres from plastic, this collaboration aims to raise awareness on the value of recycling with all pieces made with recycled PET fibres.

The collaboration will roll out worldwide from September 28, with a global first showcase of The (Re)Collection taking place at the renowned department store, Galeries Lafayette, in Paris. This event will unveil the collection and bring to life the unique recycling message during Paris Fashion Week as well as give Parisian style seekers the chance to dress in style with a collection incorporating recycled materials. The launch event in Paris will be followed by a series of collateral events that will take place around the world including London, Berlin, Milan, Tokyo, Shanghai, Beijing, Amsterdam, New York, among others. 

The (Re)Collection will exclusively be available at 11 Diesel India stores from 7th October'19 with a retail price starting from INR 6,000 to INR 25,000. Diesel India will also be showcasing the capsule collection as a pop-up in major cities.