In brief
3 liquor bottling plants inspected
Chandigarh: To check interstate smuggling of liquor and ensure strict compliance of the provisions of the Punjab Excise Act, 1914, (as applicable to UT), the Excise and Taxation Department on Monday conducted inspections at three bottling plants, their six wholesale suppliers and two liquor vends. “Difference will be notified and strict action as per law will be taken if violations are detected,” said an official.
Bank donates wheelchairs to PGI
Chandigarh: The State Bank of India (SBI) donated 75 wheelchairs and 160 barricades to the PGIMER under the corporate social responsibility initiative to enhance the accessibility and comfort of patients. Krishan Sharma, Chief General Manager of the bank’s local head office, acknowledged the hospital’s unwavering dedication to patient care. PGIMER Director Prof Vivek Lal expressed gratitude for the bank’s generous contribution.