Northern India Herald

  Chandigarh: To present viable solutions to the problem of Pink Bollworm which  prevails in Punjab and Haryana region and damages cotton crops on a large scale a two-day awareness seminar - 'Innovative strategies for Pink Bollworm management in cotton crops' was organised. To counter Pink Bollworm, a mating disruption product, CREMIT PBW was also unveiled for the first time in the region, at  the programme attended by a battery of agricultural scientists, crop experts, and some cotton farmers as well. The seminar was organized by ATGC Biotech Pvt Ltd, a Hyderabad-based company, which focuses on providing area-wide pest management solutions in India and abroad using synthetic pheromones. This gift of technology was provided to the cotton farmers of Haryana and Punjab in presence of Dr Y.G Prasad, Director ICAR - CICR. On this occasion Dr Harinder Singh, Deputy-Director of Department of Agriculture, Punjab also marked his presence.  Dr. Markandeya Gorantla,...

Amritsar :  The Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industries of India (ASSOCHAM), one of the oldest apex chambers in  India , is organizing B2B Meetings with a visiting delegation from Sharjah Airport International Free (SAIF) Zone on 21 and 22 June at Hotel Taj Swarna,  Amritsar . The agenda of these meetings is to explain the benefits of Free Trade Zones to businesses in the  Amritsar  region and explore newly emerged business and investment opportunities in the UAE. Amrit Sagar Mittal, Chairman, ASSOCHAM North Region Development Council & Vice Chairman, International Tractors Ltd, said, “ The India-UAE CEPA ( Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement)   is the first comprehensive bilateral trade agreement in a decade and it will increase the flow of goods, services, investments, technology and work opportunities for Indian Businesses, bringing strong multiplier benefits across sectors. Agri and Food Products along with textiles are one of th...

  Ludhiana :  Leading FMCG player Bonn Group, well known for manufacturing world-class bread and bakery products in India , has on-boarded award-winning actress Sonam Bajwa as brand ambassador for its Americana range of premium biscuits. As a part of this association, Sonam will be promoting the Americana biscuit range on several multimedia platforms.   Amrinder Singh,  Director, Bonn Group of Industries  said "We are exhilarated to welcome Sonam Bajwa into the Americana family. She is a brilliant actor and has recently built a strong fanbase with her amazing talent and back-to-back hit movies. Sonam has associated with us when we are aggressively expanding our manifestation and operations.I believe her charm and vibrant personality will certainly add more value to our Brand.”   Reflecting further, Singh said that Americana 's premium digestive range of biscuits is made up of whole wheat for easy digestion and a happy gut. The Brand also has a ...

  Ferozepur :  After the Election Commission of India imposed a blanket ban on political rallies, Gurparvez Singh Sandhu alias Shellay, an influential BJP leader from Punjab and a strong contender for party ticket from Ferozepur, has started connecting with the people of the area through digital media. He is interacting with the voters through Facebook Live, video conferencing and video calls and says “there is a wave in favour of BJP in Punjab ”. While greeting the people of Punjab and the countrymen on Lohri, Gurparvez Singh Sandhu, former National Vice President of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) and former President of Punjab BJYM, said that there is a rift in the State Congress. After the repeal of the three Agriculture Acts and dedicating a day for the martyrdom of Sahibzadas as the Veer Bal Diwas, the atmosphere remains in favour of BJP. In the upcoming elections, a BJP coalition government will be formed in the state. He further said that with the help of s...

  Chandigarh :  Free medical camps were organized at more than 150 Shuddhi Ayurveda Centers across India to mark the birthday of renowned Ayurveda and Nature Cure specialist Guru Manish, the founder of HIIMS (Hospital & Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences) and Shuddhi Ayurveda. More than 8,000 people got health check-up and free medicines, while at the Shuddhi and HIIMS headquarters  at Dera Bassi, a 5-day recital of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra and Yagya was organized. On the occasion of his birthday, Guru Manish said that the recital of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra has immense power, which can actually accelerate the healing process of diseases and provides good health to the people. Similarly, yagya purifies the environment and enhances wellness. It is worth mentioning that Guru Manish has established Shuddhi Wellness Clinics & Hospitals along with HIIMS (Hospital & Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences, Dera Bassi) where treatment is given in accor...

Chandigarh :  A major stride has been made in the field of ophthalmology - the medical specialty dealing with diseases of the eyes. Dr Varun Baweja, an ophthalmic surgeon from Punjab has introduced a revolutionary iStent technique to cure Glaucoma in the eyes, similar to cardiovascular stents. Dr Varun Baweja, a pioneer in the eye stent technique, is the first eye surgeon of India to get a certification from England for carrying out the iStent inject surgery. This eye surgery is used to treat Glaucoma disease, commonly known as ‘Kala Motia’. "The best thing about this path breaking surgery is that the patients get the same medical intervention sitting in India which normally is available abroad at a heavy  cost," said Dr Baweja, a Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Baweja Multispeciality Hospital in Punjab's Roopnagar, near Chandigarh. It is pertinent to state that Dr Varun got his poster published in the American Academy of Ophthalmology Journal in 2009 and has perfo...

Chandigarh :  The Alumni Cricket Bash (ACB), played among the alumni of the four most reputed, historic and best known legacy Boarding Schools of India, including The Doon School, Mayo College , Daly College and Scindia School , will be played on 27th and 28th November, at a neutral venue at IVCA. The tournament is being hosted by the Scindia School Old Boys Association (SOBA). This was announced at a press meet held at Chandigarh Press Club here today. Mitul Dikshit (left), President North, Scindia School Old Boys' Association at the press meet Mitul Dikshit, North President, SOBA, said, “The Alumni Cricket Bash has become the most prestigious annual cricket tournament. The main objective is to bury the old hatchets and create new friendships and bonds.” Banjul Badil, President, SOBA, said, “The tournament is hosted by each alumni at their respective 'alma mater' by rotation. Due to the global pandemic, this year, the Scindia School Alumni is hosting the tournament a...