Prime Minister : Our mantra earlier was "Jaan hai to Jahaan hai" but now is "Jaan bhi, Jahaan bhi"

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 11 2020

PM interacts with CMs to strategize ahead for tackling COVID-19

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today interacted with Chief Ministers of all states via video conferencing to strategize ahead for tackling COVID-19. This was the third such interaction of the Prime Minister with the Chief Ministers, the earlier ones had been held on 2nd April and 20th March, 2020.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during video conference. Photo Courtesy: Social Media

Prime Minister observed that the combined effort of the Centre and the States has definitely helped reduce the impact of COVID-19 but since the situation is rapidly evolving, constant vigilance is paramount. He emphasized the criticality of coming 3-4 weeks for determining the impact of the steps taken till now to contain the virus, adding that teamwork is the key to facing the challenge.

Prime Minister categorically assured that India has adequate supplies of essential medicines and said that measures are being taken to ensure availability of protective gear and critical equipment for all front-line workers. He also gave a stern message against black marketing and hoarding. Condemning and expressing distress at the instances of attacks on the doctors and medical staff, and at incidents of misbehavior with students from North-East and Kashmir, Prime Minister underlined that such cases need to be dealt with firmly. He also spoke about the need to curb Lockdown violations and ensure that social distancing is followed. 

Talking about the Exit Plan from Lockdown, Prime Minister said that there seems to be a consensus amongst the states on extension of Lockdown by another two weeks. He underlined that the motto of the government earlier was ‘jaan hai to jahaan hai’ but now is ‘jaan bhi jahaan bhi’.

Prime Minister talked about strengthening healthcare infrastructure and reaching out to patients through tele-medicine. He also suggested that direct marketing for farm produce can be incentivised to prevent crowding in mandis, for which model APMC laws should be reformed swiftly. Such steps will help farmers sell products at their doorstep.

Prime Minister also spoke about popularizing the Aarogya Setu app to ensure downloads in greater numbers. He referred to how South Korea and Singapore got success in contact tracing. Based on those experiences, India has made its own effort through the app which will be an essential tool in India’s fight against the pandemic, he said. He also referred to the possibility of the app being an e-pass which could subsequently facilitate travel from one place to another.

Talking about the economic challenges, Prime Minister said that the crisis is an opportunity to become self-reliant and turn the nation into an economic powerhouse.

The Chief Ministers provided feedback about the COVID positive cases in their respective states, steps taken by then to maintain social distancing, ramp up healthcare infrastructure, mitigate difficulties of migrants and maintain supply of essentials. The Chief Ministers suggested that Lockdown should be extended by two weeks. They also sought financial and fiscal assistance from the Contre to boost their resources in this fight against the pandemic.

The interaction was also attended by Union Home Minister, Defence Minister, Health Minister, Principal Secretary, Cabinet Secretary and other senior officials of Government of India.

NCERT books of Class 1 to 12 free download online.

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 10 2020

NCERT books from Class 1 to 12 can be downloaded online from the link below:
https://www.ncertbooks.guru/ncert-books-pdf/amp/

Each class has its own different PDF file which can be downloaded as per students' requirement. Moreover the link has subject and stream wise links.

Dry Ration for families in sealed village Faidan from Rotarians

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 09 2020

Rotary Club of Chandigarh has volunteered to provide 1000 bags of dry ration after every five days, to familes inside village Faidan which was recently sealed down in the city, informed President Rotary Club Chandigarh Surinder Pal Kaur.

The supplies were handed over today to the Administration by President Surinder Pal Kaur, accompanied by past presidents Rtn Anil Khanna, Rtn Baldev Aggarwal, and Rtn Pankaj Khanna.

Deputy Commissioner Mandip Singh Brar commended the Rotarians for their continued support to the Administration in these challenging times.

Former world President of Rotary International Rajendra K Saboo informed that village Faidan located adjacent to Sector 48 which was sealed, is inhabited by nearly 3700 families (19,000 residents) who need ration supplies, and Rotary Club shall be providing 3,000 dry ration bags over a period of three weeks, i.e. 1000 bags every week.  

Each bag contains one week supply of 5kg Atta, 2kg rice, 2kgs Dal, 1 Kg sugar, 1 litre oil, 1/2 kg salt,  200gms of turmeric red chilli powder, jeera etc, costing Rs 590.

Rotarians supervise the packing of each bag at the vendors approved and selected by the Chandigarh Administration, and will be spending almost Rs.18 lakh for this humanitarian project which is being contributed by club members, informed President Surinder Pal Kaur.

The Club is already supplying daily 500 cooked meals each for lunch and dinner for junior doctors and nurses to PGIMER and 400 meals each in the afternoon and evening for the daily wage earners and migrant labours, thanks to the active involvement of Rtn Kawal Bedi, a past district governor of the club, in coordinating the activities and raising funds.

Mahir Gandhi shared his constructive idea of making Ninja Star

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 09 2020

Mahir Gandhi, student of Saupin's school Chandigarh narrating his skills about making Ninja Star. His video really inspires other children to learn constructive ideas.
Check out the video below:

SBI appeals to use Digital Banking to avoid Corona Virus

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 09 2020

During this pandemic of corona virus, Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India, Chandigarh Circle appeals to the customers of the Bank to remain in their houses so that the spread of this deadly virus can be prevented. He has requested all the customers that only in unavoidable circumstances only, step out of your homes. Also for your banking needs, the customers can use Bank’s digital platforms like Internet Banking and YONO app which helps in making banking transaction to customers of any bank, anytime. Also with the use of its YONO cash feature, the customer is not required to carry any card to the ATM for withdrawal of cash.

He stated that by following abovementioned guidelines, the crowd in the branches can be reduced which will benefit both; the customers as well as staff members of the Bank. Customers having accounts under PM Jan Dhan Yojna and have received money under Pradhan Mantri Gareeb Kalyan Yojna in their accounts can contact  Customer Service Points (CSPs) of SBI who are also helping the people in withdrawal of cash. Infact, some of Bank’s CSPs are providing banking service at customers doorsteps by way of providing cash withdrawals at their houses. Singh also stated that Jan Dhan Account holders can use their RuPay Cards at ATMs for  withdrawal of cash and need not visit the Bank branch for this purpose.

He also stated that SBI is committed to replenish all ATMs on an ongoing basis so that customers can withdraw cash anytime. Since social distancing and proper hygiene is the only way to prevent ourselves from corona virus, all the customers visiting banks are requested to kindly wear masks and use sanitizers before entering the branch or ATM premises and maintain social distance with staff and fellow customers. The CGM also informed that State Bank of India at many places is running its Mobile ATM, vans to facilitate withdrawal of cash by the citizens.

State Bank of India has always been in the forefront and will always be so in the service of the nation.

Shivang Thakur signifies the importance of wearing mask

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 08 2020

Shivang Thakur, student of Saupin's school Chandigarh, through his art work, narrated the significance of using masks and stay safe at home to prevent from COVID-19.

Hargun Singh Bagga talks about preventive measures to avoid Corona Virus

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 07 2020

Hargun Singh Bagga, student of Class IV of Saupin's School Chandigarh talks about avoiding Corona Virus with several ways.

"Lock the Corona Virus", expressed Ishaani Tyagi

School News Network
Chandigarh, April, 07 2020

5 year old Ishaani Tyagi who studies in Saupin's School Chandigarh made an eloquent drawing which says " Lock the Corona Virus"

A meaningful poem sung by Mahir Gandhi to defeat Corona Virus

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 07 2020

6 year old Mahir Gandhi, a student of Class-1 of Saupin's school Chandigarh sung a meaningful poem which elaborates how maintaining proper hygiene and staying back home will defeat Corona Virus very soon. Listen to the child in the video below:

"Our School Library", nicely written by Vaani Jain

School News Network
Kolkata, April 06 2020

Vaani Jain, who expressed her writing skills by explaining her thoughts while writing "Our School Library". She is a student of Class 1 of Modern High School, Kolkata.

"In My Mother's Handbag", An excellent content by Ritisha

School News Network
Kolkata, April 06 2020

A wonderful content written by Ritisha Bamalwa who studies in Class IV at Mahadevi Birla World Academy, Kolkata. An excellent independent write-up worth reading.

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Hiranya Jivani gives message of "Stay Home, Be Safe"

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 06 2020

Hiranya Jivani of Nursery Class who studies in Saupin's School Sector 32 Chandigarh shares message "Stay Home, Be Safe, Wash Hands" to prevent from Corona Virus.

Divneesh Singh of Class-1 expresses his art work on COVID-19

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 06 2020

Divneesh Singh of Class-1 of Saupin's School Chandigarh has drawn several measures one can opt to prevent from Corona Virus. He expressed how the human on Earth is being suffered from deadly disease and people can avoid this virus by regularly washing hands or sanitize properly. Listen to him how he gives a beautiful message to all.

He also try hands on coding. Have a look at that below:-

   

Yes, India Stood United at 9PM

School News Network
Chandigarh, 06 April 2020

"Stay Safe Stay Home"; A message by Samreen

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 06 2020

Samreen who studies in class 4 of Saupin's School Sector 32 Chandigarh expressed her views with an art work which gives a global message "Stay Safe Stay Home". She has drawn a beautiful message in form of art which describes how our mother earth is affected by Corona Virus and we must take adequate precautions to avoid it. It is indeed an admirable drawing.

"Go Corona Go", a message by Aarna Ghai of Saupin's School Chandigarh

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 05 2020

Aarna Ghai shares her views to prevent from Corona Virus. She has made a remarkable drawing to highlight the issues and she speak in a clear manner to spread information to public. Have a look into the video through link below:
Aarna Ghai https://youtu.be/6tRWPuvkj6A

GAURIKA share her views on Corona Virus.

School News Network
Chandigarh, 05 April 2020

As School News has taken initiative to share what students are doing these days while in a state of lockdown/curfew, a student of Saupin's 32 Chandigarh shares valuable information on how one can avoid Corona Virus.

Listen to her and you may also share your children's videos and art work on how they spend their day while inside homes.

Here's the link below to check the video:
GAURIKA

Bhavan Vidyalaya Chandigarh contributes 7 lakhs to PM CARES Fund

School News Network

Chandigarh, April 04 2020

Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh has contributed a sum of Rs.7 Lakh towards the Prime Minister’s PM CARES Fund to tackle the Corona Virus pandemic. The school’s staff members including teachers and clerical staff of the school contributed their 1.5 days’ salary to the fund, and the management contributed an equal amount.

The Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund was created on the 28th of March 2020 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi following the COVID-19 pandemic. Contributions of the school to the fund shall be used to combat, contain and undertake relief efforts against the corona virus outbreak across India. The school is also doing its bit by contributing to the food being arranged for 500 people daily, in collaboration with other schools in the tricity.

COVID-19 : Myths and Facts

School News Network
Chandigarh, April 04 2020

Rotarians on the forefront of fight against COVID-19

School News Network

Chandigarh, April 01 2020

Rotarians had been doing their bit behind the scene and taking care of the medical supplies as well as feeding the hungry in the city. Past Rotary International President Rajendra K Saboo along with members of Rotary Club of Chandigarh had been spearheading the task force to help the Administration and the medical authorities. Rotary Club Chandigarh had been supplying N95 masks for doctors, as well as gloves and 3-ply masks for the nurses and paramedic staffs. Already 50 N95 masks, 25,000 3ply masks, 200 PP gowns and 10,000 examination gloves have been supplied to PGIMER, informed Club President Surinder Pal Kaur. 

The Club is arranging another consignment of 1000 PPE sets for the doctors of PGIMER and 500 PPE for GMCH Sector 32, she said. The Club has already spent over Rs.12 lakh for the medical supplies alone so far, she added, while another senior Rotarian of the Club, Past District Governor Kawal Bedi is coordinating the daily supply of 1000 food packets for the junior doctors and nursing staff in PGIMER.

In so far as the food for the daily wage earners and migrant labour in industrial area, the Club has been organizing 400 food packets daily for 400 families with the logistic support of DGP Sanjay Beniwal, besides 145 families in the club’s adopted project at Saketri village have been supplied ration with the active involvement of Rtn Neenu Vij and Rtn Dr Seema Gupta. The Inner Wheel Club members have taken care of nearly 50 families of the daily wagers supplying them with ration for a month.

Rajendra K Saboo informed that 2100 kg of rice was handed over to the Chandigarh Administration through Rotary’s District Governor Rtn Jitendra Dhingra as soon as the lockdown was announced, and is mobilizing another Rs.15-20 lakh for the Administration to arrange food for the daily wage earners and migrants. There are Rotarians from other clubs especially in Mohali and Panchkula who are working closely with the Administration to manage this crisis situation.