Every problem brings with it its own set of solutions. Just like the ban on polythene bags gave way to paper and cloth bags.

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Chandigarh: The UT Administration on Thursday announced a compensation of Rs 18.75 lakh per acre for the acquisition of land in Manimajra for the Phase III construction of the Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park.

The landowners, however, were a disgruntled lot after the announcement.

Chandigarh: The third five-day Chandigarh Science Congress (CHASCON-2009) began on an impressive note at the Panjab University auditorium on Thursday. In his address, Haryana Governor Dr A R Kidwai, congratulated Vice-Chancellor Professor Sobti and the organisers for their efforts in bringing together scientists from across the region.

Chandigarh: A two-day international symposium on

Chandigarh: With an aim to expand the benefits of the mid-day meal scheme, the Education department has decided to include madrasas, as well as a school for the physically and mentally challenged in the scheme.

The plan has already been tabled before the Administration.

Chandigarh: The machines installed at the Solid Waste Management Plant in Dadumajra are not those as were demonstrated by the Germany firm from whom they were bought. There are some machines that were not part of the Detailed Project Report (DPR). The sub-committee constituted to look into the functioning of the plant has pointed out these and numerous other anomalies at the plant.

Chandigarh: UT Administrator Gen S F Rodrigues (Retd) had ordered to set up a task force to immediately tackle the problem of managing water resources, with focus on water conservation and its further utilisation. The order follows a study on storm water drainage system in the city, based on which the UT Engineering department made a presentation on Wednesday.

Chandigarh: The much-awaited new industrial policy is likely to be in place soon. Interacting with the representatives of the Chandigarh Industrial Association, UT Administrator General S F Rodrigues (Retd) said the new policy for the Industrial Area Phase I and II was being finalised.