Dharamsot calls on Environment & Forests Min
Chandigarh: Punjab Forests Minister Sadhu Singh Dharamsot on Tuesday called upon Union Environment and Forests Minister Prakash Javadekar on the sidelines of the “13th International Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals” (CMS COP13), which is being held at Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat from February 15 to 22. Dharamsot emphasized that immediate constructive measures must be taken to ensure conservation of wildlife. He said, special steps need to be taken to conserve the habitats of various wildlife and birds to protect species of animals and birds, which are on the verge of extinction in the country. As per joint policy on migratory birds formed during the international conference, Harike, Ropar, Nangal, Beas, Kanjali and Keshopur wetlands of Punjab to be developed further for these migratory birds, apprised Dharamsot.
Honorarium of Nambardars to be enhanced Chandigarh: Fulfilling the major demand of Nambardars, Punjab Revenue Minister Gurpreet Singh Kangar said that the honorarium of Nambardars will be enhanced from Rs 1500 to Rs 2000 per month. The decision has been taken in this regard during a meeting with delegation of various Nambardar Unions, here. The delegation also apprised about their other demands, which were patiently observed by the Minister, who assured them that their legitimate demands will be met soon. They also brought to the notice about Nambardars have not been given any dedicated room at Sub Division Offices and District Administrative Complexes.
Cabinet Ministers condole demise of Aman Brar
Chandigarh: Expressing deep shock over sudden demise of young journalist Aman Brar of News 18, Punjab Cabinet Ministers Sadhu Singh Dharmsot, OP Soni, Aruna Chaudhary, Gurpreet Singh Kangar, Vijay Inder Singla and Bharat Bhushan Ashu said that Aman Brar was a talented and promising jouranlist, who had bright future. They prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and courage to the bereaved family to bear the loss.
PRO Association condoles demise of journalist
Chandigarh: The Punjab Public Relations Officer Association expressed shock over the demise of young journalist Aman Brar working with News 18 who passed away Monday night. The Association led by chairperson Senu Duggal, vice chairman Dr Opinder Singh Lamba, president Navdeep Singh Gill, Secretary General Shikha Nehra and General Secretary Iqbal Singh Brar, said that the deceased was an upcoming journalist and the fraternity has lost a precious gem.
Haryana Cabinet to meet on Feb 20
Chandigarh: Haryana Cabinet will meet under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Manohar Lal at committee room, fourth floor, Haryana Civil Secretariat, Chandigarh on February 20 at 2 pm.
Mayor calls ‘Shehri Sahbhagita Manch’ meeting
Chandigarh: Raj Bala Malik, Mayor, Chandigarh called a meeting of Shehri Sahbhagita Manch. She informed the efforts of DAY-NULM to facilitate and uplift the urban poor community, which will help boost the momentum already gained through another set of high impact initiatives like promoting urban poor women by releasing revolving fund, launching of skill programs, tool kit and certification distribution to urban poor youths, release of book of homeless survey and release of book as envisaged under the pilot project in respect of Capacity Building, displaying of SHG products in Rose festival and Training programmes under support to Urban Street Vendors and other mega events for the members of self help groups.
