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Amritsar : On June 8, Indian fans will be amongst the first in the world to secure their seats for The Odyssey. Shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology, The Odyssey is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX® cameras, opening in cinemas worldwide and across India on July 17, 2026. Written and directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan, the film brings Homer's foundational epic to the screen in a way that has never been attempted before. The story of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, and his perilous journey home after the fall of Troy is brought to life by Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope, alongside Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal. The Odyssey opens in cinemas across India in all formats on July 17, 2026. Speaking about the opening of IMAX ticket bookings for The Odyssey in India, Denzil Dias, Vice President and Managing Director, Warner Bros. Disco...

One-day summit at the Mohali campus of ISB brings together policymakers, technologists, and civil society to advance AI-powered solutions for digital commerce, safety, healthcare, and governance under India’s Viksit Bharat vision. [Mohali, May 23, 2026]: The Bharti Institute of Public Policy (BIPP) at the Indian School of Business (ISB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), today hosted the Governance Summit 2026: Inclusive AI for Viksit Bharat at the Mohali campus of ISB. The fourth edition of the summit commenced with an inaugural keynote address, delivered by Shri S. Krishnan, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, who set out the government’s commitment to building an AI ecosystem that serves every citizen, including those at the margins of the digital economy. In his keynote, he highlighted that artificial intelligence presents India with a transformative opportunity to enhance produ...

  Alumni Associations of Yadavindra Public School & Vivek High School Emerge 1st & 2nd Runner-Ups Respectively  Chandigarh, April 21, 2026: Ex-Vivekite Association (EVA) successfully organised the second inter-school alumni basketball tournament that saw enthusiastic participation from 7 school alumni teams. The courts at Vivek High School, Sec 38, Chandigarh, were buzzing with energy as players showcased impressive dunks and sharp three-pointers.  Notably, the teams were made up of  a mix of both men & women players.  The alumni association of New Public School (NPS) emerged as the champions and clinched the title. YPS Mohali secured the first runner-up position, while the host alumni association, EVA (Vivek High School), finished as the second runner-up.   NPS defeated Yadavindra School Association (OYA) 58-42. For NPS, Divarsh Singh under captaincy of Gurinder Singh was the highest scorer with 32 points. For OYA, Aadesh Singh under the c...

“Lab Grown Diamonds Are the Future of Fine Jewellery,” Deepak Gupta, Lab-Grown Diamond Expert Chandigarh, April 15, 2026: As Akshaya Tritiya approaches on April 19, a day considered highly auspicious for making investments that are believed to grow and endure, Kultivated Karats is presenting a modern alternative to traditional gold buying — lab-grown diamonds at its store in NAC, Manimajra. Highlighting this shift, founder Kultivated Karats  and a lab grown diamonds expert, Deepak Gupta says, “Akshaya Tritiya has always been about beginning something enduring — and that is precisely what a lab-grown diamond represents. Lab-grown diamonds are the future of fine jewellery. They offer the same certified brilliance as mined diamonds, while aligning with the values of today’s conscious, informed buyer. A woman today is not just purchasing jewellery; she is making a statement about who she is — and lab-grown diamonds give her that power with no compromise on quality, beauty, or ethics.” ...

  Panchkula,April 19,2026: On the auspicious occasion of Aks haya Tritiya, the Purushottam Das Rungta Charitable Trust organised its 212th 'Ann Bhandara',  or community kitchen, at Phase I, Panchkula Industrial Area, continuing its longstanding commitment to serving the community. Highlighting the significance of the day, social worker and Founder of the Trust, Amitabh Rungta, said, “On Akshaya Tritiya, offering food to those in need is one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate the festival. Such acts of kindness are believed to bring enduring merit and contribute to the well-being of society.” Akshaya Tritiya is a sacred festival symbolizing prosperity, generosity, and eternal abundance. Acts of charity, especially donating food, are considered highly meritorious and are believed to bring lasting blessings. The Bhandara saw active participation from volunteers and community members, who came together to serve freshly prepared meals to a large number of people, reflecting t...

Chandigarh, March 24, 2026: Chhota Banaras, a unique culinary concept inspired by the timeless ethos of Banaras, has officially launched its new outlet in Sector 8, Chandigarh. The launch was marked by a curated tasting session, offering an immersive experience of the brand’s philosophy, cuisine and people. Located at SCO 28–29, Madhya Marg, the outlet exemplifies a thoughtful attempt to recreate not just the food but the feeling of Banaras, a city known for its simplicity, depth and unhurried way of life, said Monica Rani, who heads women section at Chhota Banaras, Sector 8, during a media interaction. According to her, Chhota Banaras is built around the idea that Banaras is not merely a place, but a lived experience. It represents a slower, more mindful way of living where food is prepared with patience and authenticity, and traditions are practiced daily rather than preserved as nostalgia, she said.Talking about women empowerment at the core of Chhota Banaras Sector 8 outlet, Rani s...