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Hindustan Times
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Union minister Mandaviya felicitates Chandigarh's top athletes
The sports department of the Chandigarh administration organised a felicitation ceremony on Saturday to honour athletes who have brought glory to the city at national and international levels, and distributed cash awards and scholarships. The event was presided over by Union minister for labour, employment, youth affairs and sports Mansukh Mandaviya, and Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria. The Union minister assured full support from the Union government to further enhance Chandigarh's sports infrastructure. 'We will ensure that the best coaches are made available in Chandigarh. Furthermore, we will develop a multiplex sports infrastructure where multiple disciplines can be practiced within an integrated complex,' he said. Kataria commended the sports department for its dedicated efforts in organizing the event and building a dynamic sports culture in Chandigarh. Kataria announced that Chandigarh is the first city in the country to distribute scholarships worth nearly ₹20 crore to student athletes so far. He also appreciated the efforts of sports associations and organisations in consistently organising competitive sporting events across the city. Scholarships amounting to ₹1.32 crore were transferred to 320 athletes through an online platform, ensuring greater transparency and administrative efficiency. In addition, award money worth ₹5.67 crore was presented to 448 sportspersons, including eight international and 23 national-level athletes, with special recognition being given to para athletes for their exceptional contributions. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was also signed during the event between the department of education, UT administration, and the Abhinav Bindra Foundation Trust, under the aegis of the FIVB Volleyball Foundation (Switzerland) and Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB). The MoU aims to strengthen volleyball infrastructure across 108 schools in the city, furthering access and excellence. New sports projects inaugurated As part of the day's events, Mandaviya inaugurated several key sports infrastructure projects, including modern chess centres at the sports complexes in Sector 8 and Sector 39, and a state-of-the-art snooker and billiards hall at Sector 42, constructed at a cost of ₹6 crore. These additions signify Chandigarh's progress towards providing global-standard training facilities to its athletes. The ceremony also witnessed the official unveiling of the logo and tagline for Chandigarh Marathon 2025, setting the stage for one of the city's premier fitness and sporting events.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Chandigarh administration to soon launch app for all services
1 2 Chandigarh: After putting nearly 700 citizen-oriented services on one portal, the Chandigarh administration will soon launch a mobile-based app as a single platform for all UT services. It will offer a one-stop destination for residents to access more than 700 services provided by the administration. Currently, many services are available on different mobile apps, but the new mobile app will consolidate them into one. Once this mobile app is available to the public, applicants will not need to switch between different apps to access various departmental services. It will integrate all services into one platform. "The app is intended to act as a single-window interface for all the services offered by various UT departments, institutions, and organisations. Services offered by various govt departments are currently on different apps. This platform will bring together all those applications under a common umbrella," said a senior UT official. The app will allow an applicant not only to apply for these services but also to pay any necessary fees, track the status of their application, and download requisite forms and approved documents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 전립선비대증 사라지는 "특허성분" 먹자마자 20대처럼..? 밤새 힘이 넘쳐납니다! sagunja Undo The app will also provide details regarding the right to service provisions related to these services, a how-to-apply manual, options to register, apply, track applications, and even view the departmental dashboard. "Also, the app will share the workflow, procedure, checklist, 'how to do' videos for each service, timelines for approval/delivery of service, and fees/payments," said the official. Currently, the administration has a web-based portal ' It has 700 services of 25 departments on one platform. Initially, it started with 200 services, but over time, more and more UT services have been onboarded on the site. A similar process will be adopted for the rollout of the mobile app. The existing portal also provides access to 154 unified services of the Government of India and 53 services related to the single-window system of the UT administration. BOX1: BASED ON UMANG APP The National Informatics Centre (NIC), Chandigarh, is integrating all UT services, including those of the municipal corporation, on a single app. The app will be based on the 'UMANG' platform. UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) is developed by the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) to drive mobile governance in India. UMANG provides a single platform for citizens to access e-Gov services. BOX2 Some of depts & their services DC Office | Residence Certificate, Schedule Caste (SC) Certificate, Other Backward Class (OBC) Certificate, Income Certificate, Marriage Certificate. Chandigarh Municipal Corporation | Pay Property Tax, Tree Cutting Service, New Water Connection. Health Department | Appointment for visiting GMCH32, Janani Suraksha Yojna, Birth Certificate, Death Certificate. Tourism | Seek Movie Shooting Permission. Transport Department | Duplicate Driving License, Renewal of Registration Certificate, Hypothecation Addition (Loan Addition). Estate Office | Execution of lease deed, Issuance of allotment letter, Transfer of ownership of property. E-Sampark | Water Bill Payment, Tenant Registration, Apply for e-Stamp Paper, Door Step Delivery, Electricity Bill Payment, Kalagram Booking, Servant Registration. Food and Supply | Verification and Stamping and Weights and Measuring Instruments, Licence as Dealer of weights and measures under Legal Metrology Act 2009. MSID:: 121522184 413 |
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Union minister inaugurates sports infra, felicitates athletes in UT
1 2 Chandigarh: The department of sports, Chandigarh administration, organised a felicitation ceremony on Saturday to honour athletes who brought glory to the city at national and international levels. The event was presided over by Union minister for labour & employment, youth affairs & sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya. The minister congratulated the sportspersons who were felicitated with well-deserved cash awards and scholarships and lauded their hard work and achievements. He assured full support from the Govt of India to further enhance Chandigarh's sports infrastructure. "We will ensure that the best coaches are made available in Chandigarh. Furthermore, we will develop a multiplex sports infrastructure where multiple disciplines can be practised within an integrated complex," he said. Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria announced that Chandigarh is the first city in the country to distribute scholarships worth nearly Rs 20 crore to student athletes so far. He also appreciated the efforts of sports associations and organisations in consistently organising competitive sporting events across the city. The administrator concluded with confidence that Chandigarh's athletes will continue to rise and eventually represent India at the Olympic Games. As part of the day's events, Mandaviya inaugurated several key sports infrastructure projects, including modern chess centres at the sports complexes in Sector 8 and Sector 39, and a state-of-the-art snooker and billiards hall at Sector 42, constructed at a cost of Rs 6 crore. These additions signify Chandigarh's progress towards providing global-standard training facilities to its athletes. The ceremony also witnessed the official unveiling of the logo and tagline for Chandigarh Marathon 2025, setting the stage for one of the city's premier fitness and sporting events. The marathon is envisioned as a flagship initiative to promote wellness, mass participation, and a culture of fitness across age groups in the city. A strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) was also signed during the event between the department of education, UT Chandigarh, and the Abhinav Bindra Foundation Trust, under the aegis of the FIVB Volleyball Foundation (Switzerland) and Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB). Scholarships amounting to Rs 1.32 crore were transferred to 320 athletes through an online platform, ensuring greater transparency and administrative efficiency. In addition, award money worth Rs 5.67 crore was presented to 448 sportspersons, including eight international and 23 national-level athletes, with special recognition given to para-athletes for their exceptional contributions. MSID:: 121537338 413 |
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
MC prepares Rs 10cr plan for public services at Manimajra housing project site
1 2 Chandigarh: With the Chandigarh municipal corporation eagerly pursuing the matter related to disposal of the Manimajra land parcel for a residential housing society project, its engineering department has finalised a comprehensive plan worth approximately Rs 10 crore for establishing essential underground and overhead services in pocket number 6 of Manimajra. A detailed agenda is scheduled for discussion during Tuesday's monthly general house meeting, seeking members' approval to initiate tender processes for basic service provisions. Various divisions of MC's engineering department, including Building and Roads, Public Health, Electrical, and Horticulture, have collaborated on this project. Officials from each division conducted thorough assessments of their respective domains, culminating in a consolidated financial estimate for the site development. "Providing roads infrastructure, water supply network, sewage lines, electrification, and horticulture work are some of the key basic public services required at the spot before doing any other works there. Thus, the matter was discussed at the level of the senior officers, following which the financial estimates were prepared. Since the area of pocket number 6 of Manimajra, where this housing project is planned, is completely vacant land, none of the services are there, and thus all the works have to be done by keeping the residential accommodations in mind," sources in the MC revealed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo A senior official indicated that whilst awaiting clarification from the Deputy Commissioner's office regarding the area's collector rate, the MC continues to advance preparations within its jurisdiction. "The senior officers of the MC and DC office are also in touch on this issue, and the clarification regarding the Collector Rate of this specific chunk of land, where the housing project has to come, will come soon," sources revealed. Box: The approved zoning and layout plan encompasses five residential pockets across 7.7 acres in Manimajra. With the UT's approval of 2 Floor Area Ratio (FAR), developments may reach five storeys. The plan incorporates dedicated spaces for shopping facilities, green areas, and reserved land. The UT's Urban Planning Department's recent layout plan approval for pocket number 6 includes modifications based on the survey plan, featuring five group housing pockets, convenient shopping, green areas, playground, and reserved spaces.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh: Long wait for GMCH trauma centre likely to end in June
In the works since August 2020, the 283-bed emergency-cum-trauma centre at Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, is expected to become operational by June, confirmed director-principal Dr Ashok Attri. 'We have received the takeover letter from the UT engineering department and formed a committee for inspecting the newly constructed building. We are hopeful of starting the centre by next month,' said Dr Attri. The procurement of beds and furniture has been done by the hospital administration. The committee formed for the inspection of the newly constructed building, chaired by GMCH medical superintendent GP Thami, is looking after its nitty-gritties. The construction work and the installation of air conditioning system has also been completed. However, the cleaning and sanitisation work is still going on, with issues raised by the inspection committee getting resolved. UT chief engineer CB Ojha said, 'We have sent the inventory list to GMCH-32 as many costly equipment are kept in the building. The construction work has been completed from our end. We are now looking after the finishing work along with the hospital administration.' Back in 2019, the UT administration had given the go-ahead for the construction of the centre, with an expected expenditure of ₹52.77 lakh. Construction of the state-of-the-art facility had begun in August 2020, with completion estimated by February 2022 (18 months). But ever since, the deadline had got extended multiple times—first due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and then owing to environmental clearance delays and sluggish construction progress. Currently, the emergency wing of the hospital is equipped with 45 beds, buckling under the pressure of nearly 400 emergency cases daily. In the absence of adequate beds, patients continue to be treated on trolleys. The project was envisioned to take the load off PGIMER, which is currently the only trauma care facility in the city providing critical care to victims of road accidents, natural or man-made disasters and other emergencies. Once complete, the centre is expected to significantly ease this pressure, with 40 ventilator beds, operation theatres, ICU, isolation and ambulatory care wards, CT scan and MRI services.
