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“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...

Chandigarh, March :  Harpreet Sandhu, State Information Commissioner, Punjab, based in Chandigarh, called on the newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, at Lok Bhawan, New Delhi. During the meeting, Harpreet Sandhu extended his greetings and best wishes to the Lt. Governor on his new appointment. He also presented his pictorial book titled “Sukhna Lake at Dawn,” dedicated to the 75th year of the making of Chandigarh. The interaction was marked by a cordial exchange, reflecting mutual appreciation and goodwill. Sandhu, who serves at the Punjab State Information Commission located in Sector 16, Chandigarh, highlighted the cultural and historical significance of Chandigarh through his publication.

 पंचकूला, 23 मार्च 2026: सेवा और परोपकार की भावना को आगे बढ़ाते हुए  पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट  द्वारा पंचकूला के फेज-1 औद्योगिक क्षेत्र में जनसाधारण के लिए 208वें अन्न भंडारे का आयोजन किया गया। इस अवसर पर बड़ी संख्या में लोगों ने प्रसाद ग्रहण किया और सेवा कार्य में भाग लेकर पुण्य लाभ अर्जित किया। इस मौके पर  ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक और समाज सेवी अमिताभ रुंगटा ने कहा कि हमारा उद्देश्य केवल अन्न भंडारा आयोजित करना भर नहीं है, बल्कि समाज की सच्ची सेवा करना है। हम चाहते हैं कि ऐसे आयोजनों के माध्यम से लोगों में एकजुटता की भावना विकसित हो और वे भी आगे बढ़कर जरूरतमंदों की सहायता के लिए प्रेरित हों। उन्होंने आगे कहा कि जब लोग मिलकर किसी नेक कार्य में भाग लेते हैं, तो न केवल जरूरतमंदों को सहारा मिलता है, बल्कि समाज में सकारात्मक ऊर्जा और आपसी भाईचारे का भी विकास होता है। उन्होंने अपना विचार रखते हुए कहा कि, ऐसे प्रयास वास्तव में समाज की नींव को मजबूत करते हैं। आज के समय में, जब व्यक्ति अक्सर अपने व्यक्तिगत जीवन तक सीमित हो जाता है, तब इस प्रकार के सामूहिक सेवा कार्य ह...

Real estate emerging as a stronger asset class; LIC to boost policyholders’ returns through rental income, says MD Ratnakar Patnaik Mohali, March 15, 2026: The foundation stone of the Investment Building of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) at Sector 49, Mohali, under the Chandigarh Divisional Office, was formally laid by Ratnakar Patnaik, Managing Director, LIC of India. The ceremony was attended by several senior officials of the corporation, including J.P.S. Bajaj, Zonal Manager (North Zone); P.K.J. Dungdung, Executive Director (Engineering); Vikram Singh Yadav, Chief Engineer (North Zone); Yangjor, Regional Manager (Marketing), North Zone; and Sonam Chhewang, Senior Divisional Manager, Chandigarh. Speaking to reporters on the occasion, Patnaik said that real estate has emerged as a strong and reliable investment option in the current economic environment, which is why LIC has been developing ‘investment buildings’ across various cities in the country. He explained that LIC ...