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Alberta | Alberta’s government is addressing the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on the well-being of Albertans, animal health and the environment.  Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant health issue worldwide, including here in Alberta. AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and microscopic parasites change over time and no longer respond to previously effective medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread and potentially severe outcomes. The prevalence of AMR is increasing globally, having the potential to not only negatively impact human health, but also animal health and welfare, the environment and…

Alberta |  Privacy authorities across Canada have issued a joint resolution to guide the responsible disclosure of personal information in situations involving intimate partner violence Finalized at their October annual meeting, hosted by the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, the resolution aims to empower organizations and their staff to make informed decisions about privacy, confidentiality, and public safety. IPV is a pervasive problem in Canada, primarily harming women and gender-diverse individuals. In 2023, there were 123,319 victims (aged 12 years and older) of intimate partner violence reported to police. While alarming, this statistic very likely underrepresents the true number of IPV…

Chandigarh  | National Payments Corporation of India , conducted an event as part of the NPCI Synergy initiative featuring senior leaders from Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks to recognise their efforts in shaping the future of India’s digital payments through innovation, partnerships, and collaboration. Dilip Asbe, MD CEO, NPCI said, Collaboration is crucial to unlock the true potential of India's digital payments system. The event brought together industry leaders from SFBs and Payments Banks to discuss the key facets of digital payments in India. We want to create an encouraging environment where innovation thrives, partnerships flourish, and digital financial…

Chandigarh |  SWITCH Mobility Automotive Ltd., a global manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles from the Hinduja Group and a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Vertelo. This MoU will enable SWITCH to deploy 1,000 electric vehicles across India over the next 3-5 years. Signed at an event in Chennai, the agreement reinforces SWITCH’s mission to drive the adoption of sustainable transportation solutions across the country. The collaboration focuses on addressing critical issues such as climate change, air pollution, and urban congestion by integrating SWITCH Mobility’s advanced electric light commercial vehicles…

Chandigarh | Newly elected MLA from the high profile constituency Gidderbaha Hardeep Singh (Dimpy) Dhillon called on Punjab Chief Minister in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Dimpy Dhillon has defeated Amrita Warring wife of PPCC President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring with a huge margin of more than 20,000 votes. The MLA was accompanied by his brother Sandeep (Sunny) Dhillon, Abhay Singh Dhillon along with Kanwarjit Dhillon Minta.  MLA Hardeep Singh Dimpy presented several key demands aimed at driving progress in the Gidderbaha constituency. He tabled various demands demonstrating his dedication to creating positive change and paving the way for growth and development. Dimpy…

Chandigarh | Czech Republic Ambassador to India, Dr. Eliska Zigova, today called on Speaker of the Punjab Legislative Assembly Kultar Singh Sandhwan. Meanwhile, both the leaders emphasized on strengthening cooperation between India and the Czech Republic. During the meeting at the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Sandhwan emphasized on strengthening the cooperation between India and the Czech Republic in agriculture, industry, technology, food processing and packaging and other fields. The PVS Speaker said that both countries can benefit from the mutual exchange of knowledge and technology in various fields.Sandhwan also asked Dr. Eliska Zigova to encourage Czech Republic companies to invest in…

Chandigarh  | The Punjab Vigilance Bureau during its ongoing campaign against corruption in the state, has apprehended Sukhcharan Singh, Tehsildar, posted at tehsil Tapa in district Barnala red handed while he was accepting a bribe of Rs. 20,000. Disclosing this here today an official spokesperson of the VB said the above-mentioned officer has been arrested based on a complaint lodged by Amrik singh, a resident of village Beehla, in district Barnala. He further informed that the complainant has approached the VB and informed that his friend Harbhajan Singh, of village Maur Nabha, in Barnala district had to get registration of…

Chandigarh | Punjab Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, on Wednesday, handed over appointment letters to 17 newly recruited employees on compassionate ground. While congratulating the appointees, the Cabinet Minister urged them to work with dedication and missionary zeal to serve the society. Public service is a noble responsibility, said the Cabinet Minister, encouraging the recruits to contribute meaningfully to the welfare of the people. Several candidates appointed today in the Transport Department emotionally shared that they had been waiting for jobs for 10 to 32 years, but previous governments never extended their support. Newly appointed employee Sarbajeet Singh from village…

SAS Nagar | Dr B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali, marked Constitution Day with an online talk by Sidharth, Assistant Professor, National Law School Bangalore, on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's Vision of an Inclusive Constitution.    Addressing undergraduate MBBS students, he highlighted Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions to equality and inclusivity. Dr Bhavneet, Director-Principal, emphasised the institute's motto of Humanity, Service, Equality and urged students to embody these values in their lives. The event included a unique Constitution Pledge, taken with hands on hearts to symbolize commitment to its principles. Shailesh Mehta, Legal Retainer, also spoke on the importance of justice and…

SAS Nagar | As per directions of Punjab State Legal Services Authority, SAS Nagar and under the able guidance of  Atul Kasana, District and Sessions Judge, S.A.S. Nagar, District Legal Services Authority, SAS Nagar celebrated Constitution Day on 26.11.2024. On this occasion District Legal Services Authority, SAS Nagar organized 109 awareness programmes through its Legal Literacy Clubs established in different Schools in which preamble of the Constitution was read out, awareness of fundamental rights and duties was spread, competitions like painting, declamation and slogan making were held. Surabhi Prashar, Secretary, DLSA, SAS Nagar apprised that on 26.11.2024, a State Level…