Two day bank strike complete in Punjab

PATIALA : On the Call given by United Forum of Bank Unions comprising of Nine Unions including AIBEA, AIBOC, NCBE, AIBOA, BEFI, INBEF, NOBW, INBOC, NOBO having strength of more than 10 lacs of Employees and Officers commenced two days Strike from Thursday.

Banking business was paralyzed in total among all Nationalised and Private Banks. Clearing Houses remained closed. Cheques and other transactions worth thousands of crores rupees remained suspended resulting into hault of banking business. A rally was held before State Bank of Patiala, Head Office, Patiala at 10.00 a.m. and a powerfull demonstration was held thereafter a procession was taken out through main bazaars of the city.

Addressing the rally Com.N.K.Gaur, Vice President, AIBEA and General Secretary, Punjab Bank Employees Fedn. Stated that it is unfortunate and unprecedented that for the first time in the history of Bipartism the IBA has not only backed out of their agreed offers rather have changed their stand four times during last week. The Offer of one more option for Pension and Package of compensation in lieu of Compassionate appointments has also been withdrawn. Employees are in anger and UFBU will not only decide further course of action rather steps will have to be taken to force IBA to talk reasonable. When wages of the employees of Central Govt. and other sectors have already been revised the overdue settlement is being knowing fully delayed.

Cut in Petrolium Products prices is a cruel joke- Chandumajra

CHANDIGARH: Terming the cut in prices of Petroleum Products as “cruel joke” with consumers, Shiromani Akali Dal General Secretary Prof. Prem Singh Chandumajra said this reduction is “insufficient and mere a eyewash” in comparison of heavy slump in crude oil prices in the international market. In a press statement released, here on Saturday, Prof. Chandumajra alleged that the Congress led Union Government was playing in the hands of giant and multi national companies instead of watching the common man interests. He alleged that UPA Government in the center has betrayed the people of the country by not to adequate cut in petroleum products costs as it promised in the Parliament to link these costs with crude oil prices in the international market. He said that Petroleum Products prices in the country are still hovering when in international market the crude oil prices are slumped to $39 per barrel from $148. Prof, Chandumajra charged that costs of Petroleum Products in the country are not being reduced according to crude oil price index so that giant Petroleum Companies can make huge profits and in return give the big amounts to the Congress Party as election fund legally and under the table. He said this is the only reason that despite of heavy and persistence falls in crude oil prices in international market the oil prices are, even now, flying high in the domestic market. The Akali leader also demanded a high level probe in the dubious figures, projected by domestic Petroleum Companies and on pretext of which the Union Government make a slight reduction the costs, by a joint committee comprising Members of Parliament and economic experts. He said that the figurer of 100 crores as a deficit mentioned by the oil companies is in contradiction with their annual reports depicting the hefty profits.”In reply to a question; the Union Government had itself presented the data showing profit to the Oil Companies in the Parliament”, he claimed.Chandumajra suggested that the experts should also analyze the reasons due to which the refining costs per liter in India are much higher than those in the other countries; that too while we invite foreign investment stressing that the lobour in India is much cheaper as compared to the other countries. It is obvious that the Oil Companies are manipulating the figures whenever and wherever it suits them. The Akali leader mentioned that during the financial year 2006-07 the Union Government earned Rs. 93 lac crores on account of sales tax on Petroleum Products; and during the financial year 2007-08 this collection is increased to Rs. one lac crore. It is pertinent to mention here that the total collection in the country from sale tax is 4 lacs crore during the preceding year. Prof. Chandumajra sharply criticized the Central Government for its total failure to control inflation and to protect the interests of the common man, which is its moral and constitutional duty. He said that the United Progressive Alliance has no moral right to remain in power.

Haryana police to open new school at Bhiwani

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Mr. Ranjiv Dala today said that a new school would soon be set up at Bhiwani by Haryana Police and modern sports facilities would be made available in Haryana Police Public schools being run by Police Department at Madhuban, Hisar, Ambala and Kurukshetra. CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Mr. Ranjiv Dala today said that a new school would soon be set up at Bhiwani by Haryana Police and modern sports facilities would be made available in Haryana Police Public schools being run by Police Department at Madhuban, Hisar, Ambala and Kurukshetra. Dalal was speaking as a Chief Guest in the annual prize distribution function of Haryana Police Public School, Madhuban at Karnal today. The Director of Haryana Police Academy Mr. V.N Rai presided over the function. Mr. Dalal announced to give a sum of Rs. eight lakh for setting up of Basket Ball court in the school. He said that the achievements of any school could be evaluated through the discipline and the examination results. He said that in this era of competition the Haryana Police Public School was not behind from any leading Public School in any field and the Police Public School, Madhuban was emerging as an ideal and modern school in the State. During the function the students of the school presented a cultural programme whereas the chief guest took salute from the contingent of NCC cadets of the School. Dalal was speaking as a Chief Guest in the annual prize distribution function of Haryana Police Public School, Madhuban at Karnal today. The Director of Haryana Police Academy Mr. V.N Rai presided over the function. Mr. Dalal announced to give a sum of Rs. eight lakh for setting up of Basket Ball court in the school. He said that the achievements of any school could be evaluated through the discipline and the examination results. He said that in this era of competition the Haryana Police Public School was not behind from any leading Public School in any field and the Police Public School, Madhuban was emerging as an ideal and modern school in the State. During the function the students of the school presented a cultural programme whereas the chief guest took salute from the contingent of NCC cadets of the School.

Tips For Traveling When You Are Pregnant

Whenever traveling in a car, passenger safety should be paramount, but if you are pregnant, here are some extra safety tips to ensure that you and your baby has a safe travel.

Here are some tips for safe and comfortable car travel when you are pregnant.

You must avoid driving if your bump is so big that it is almost touching the steering wheel. Instead, you should ask your friend or family member to ferry you. Keep plenty of water with you to keep yourself hydrated.

Plan your journey well in advance, allow time to stop to stretch your legs, and for toilet breaks. If you suffer from backache, then use a pillow for your back. Nowadays Special pregnancy wedge pillows are also available in the market.

When you are traveling in the passenger seat then move your seat as far back from the airbag as possible. This extra space will give you more room to stretch your legs. Move your feet in a circular motion as much as you can as it prevents swelling of your feet.

Although comfort is important, but you should never travel without your seatbelt fastened. By doing this, you will be putting yourself and the baby in huge danger and you will be breaking the law.

Before traveling always seek medical advice. Always ensure that your doctor is happy for you to get behind the wheel if you are planning to drive whilst pregnant.