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A Fortnight Long Fuel Conservation Campaign  Will Be Held Under SAKSHAM   Chandigarh, February 02, 2026 : The inaugural programme of SAKSHAM 2026 was held at  Rani Laxmi Bai Bhawan, Sector 38 C  in the esteemed presence of Shri Diprava Lakra, IAS, Finance Secretary-cum-Secretary Transport, Chandigarh Administration. Under SAKSHAM 2026, Oil industry will hold activities for a fortnight from the 1 st  Feb’26 to 15 th  Feb’26, with an aim to raise mass awareness about the importance of conserving petroleum products. The awareness will be held throughout Punjab and Chandigarh (UT). Notably, t he inaugural function was jointly organised by State Level Coordinators (SLCs) of Oil Industries of Chandigarh(UT) and Punjab .   The event was coordinated by Sh. Ashutosh Gupta, State Level Coordinator, Oil Industry, Punjab and Executive Director & State Head, Punjab State Office, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL); Sh. Sushant Goyal, State Level Coordinator, Oil ...

पंचकूला,  1 फरवरी 2026: सामाजिक एवं जनकल्याणकारी गतिविधियों में अग्रणी गैर-सरकारी संगठन ने शुक्ल पक्ष की त्रयोदशी तिथि, जो कि भगवान शिव को समर्पित है, के दिन पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा  फेज़-1, औद्योगिक क्षेत्र में 201वें अन्न भंडारे का आयोजन किया गया। अन्न भंडारे में समाज के विभिन्न वर्गों एवं समुदायों के लोगों ने ट्रस्ट द्वारा आयोजित इस सेवा कार्य का लाभ उठाया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं समाजसेवी अमिताभ रूंगटा ने इस दिवस के महत्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए कहा कि शुक्ल पक्ष की त्रयोदशी तिथि भगवान शिव से जुड़ी मानी जाती है। शनिवार का दिन होने के कारण शनि देव की पूजा भी इस दिन विशेष फलदायी मानी जाती है। माघ मास और उत्तरायण काल में अन्न भंडारा, दान जप और ध्यान करने से पुण्य की प्राप्ति होती है और नकारात्मक प्रभावों से मुक्ति मिलती है। इस सेवा आयोजन में ट्रस्ट के सदस्य पूरे समर्पण भाव के साथ उपस्थित रहे।

Chandigarh, January 31, 2026:  KS Bhatia, a well-known serial entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Mr.Proptek  which is headquartered in the Chandigarh capital region, expects that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will in the budget, introduce zero capital gains tax for angel investors, venture capitalists and family houses  investing in Indian start-ups. He said that such a bold and progressive reform will significantly transform India’s start-up ecosystem. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on Sunday in the Lok Sabha.   According to Bhatia, eliminating capital gains tax on start-up investments would act as a powerful catalyst for both domestic and global investors, encouraging them to deploy larger pools of capital into Indian start-ups. “India has built a vibrant start-up landscape, but to unlock its full potential, we must create an investor-friendly policy environment. Zero capital gains tax on start-up invest...

  Zirakpur , India |  2 9  January  202 6 :  Driven by its focus on environmental sustainability and responsible community engagement, Kia India  Pvt.  Ltd., in collaboration with the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA), organised a Panel Discussion and Culmination Ceremony under Project D.R.O.P. (Develop Responsible Outlook for Plastic) at Park Plaza Hotel,  Zirakpur .   The event marked the successful completion of Phase 3 of Project D.R.O.P. in the Tri-city region of Punjab, Kia India’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at promoting responsible plastic consumption, strengthening plastic waste management systems, and encouraging community-led environmental action.   The  programme  brought together key stakeholders from government bodies, municipal corporations, industry, civil society, and local communities to deliberate on sustainable and scalable solutions for plastic waste management,...

Chandigarh, Jan 29, 2026 :  The grand finale of Maven Ms Plus Size India 2025–26 (Season 8) was held in the Chandigarh capital region, marking another significant milestone in India’s inclusive pageantry landscape. The event was directed by the founder and visionary behind the platform, Mr. Hardeep Arora, whose continued leadership has shaped Maven into a powerful national movement. Mysuru’s Anjali B Gupta was crowned the winner of Maven Ms Plus Size India Season 8 (2025-26) while Raveena Karjodhkar from Mumbai was adjudged First Runner-Up. Maven Ms Plus Size India also saw the declaration of winners from different regions of India. Chandigarh’s Roshaali Kapoor won the title of Maven Ms Plus Size North India; Siliguri’s Shashwati Karmakar took the Maven Ms Plus Size East India crown; Ananya Paresh from Bengaluru clinched the Maven Ms Plus Size South India title; & Nargis from Mumbai earned the coveted title of Maven Ms Plus Size West India. Hardeep Arora,  Founder of ...

Chandigarh, January 28, 2026:  Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, India’s premium birthing centre, celebrated the beautiful journey of pregnancy by hosting a Baby-Ready Workshop-cum-Baby Shower for expecting parents in Chandigarh. The event brought together more than 20 couples from the Tricity to rejoice in new beginnings and the joy of parenthood. Pregnancy is a journey filled with anticipation, change and love, and the workshop gently guided parents-to-be through this special phase. Interactive sessions on pregnancy fitness, yoga and nutrition helped families understand how to stay active, nourished and confident as they prepare to welcome their little one. Warm, open doctor interactions allowed couples to share their questions and feel reassured at every step. The celebration reached a joyful high with a Baby Shower for moms-to-be, celebrating their journey into parenthood. A special ramp walk for expecting couples added to the excitement, while laughter, engaging games, lively acti...

पंचकूला, 25 जनवरी 2026: सामाजिक एवं जनकल्याणकारी गतिविधियों में अग्रणी गैर-सरकारी संगठन पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा गणतंत्र दिवस की पूर्व संध्या पर फेज़-1, औद्योगिक क्षेत्र, पंचकूला में 200 वें अन्न भंडारे का भव्य आयोजन किया गया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट द्वारा शहरवासियों को गणतंत्र दिवस की शुभकामनाएं भी दी गईं। अन्न भंडारे में समाज के विभिन्न वर्गों, जातियों एवं समुदायों के लोगों ने ट्रस्ट द्वारा आयोजित इस सेवा कार्य का लाभ उठाया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं समाजसेवी अमिताभ रूंगटा ने गणतंत्र दिवस के महत्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए कहा कि इस प्रकार के सेवा कार्य सामाजिक समरसता और राष्ट्रप्रेम की भावना को सशक्त करते हैं। इस सेवा आयोजन में ट्रस्ट के सदस्य एवं सहयोगी पूरे समर्पण भाव के साथ उपस्थित रहे और सेवा कार्य में सक्रिय रूप से योगदान दिया।

Mohali, January 24, 2026: On the occasion of National Girl Child Day, Tushar Foundation, a  non-governmental organization(NGO), organized a National Girl Child Day celebration at Government Senior Secondary School, Phase 3B1, Mohali. The aim of the programme was to honor and encourage meritorious girl students who have excelled in academic and sports fields. The event was graced by the presence of Sarabjit Singh, Councillor of Sector 71, Mohali, as the Chief Guest. Mohit Bansal, CEO of GMI Infra, was present as the Special Guest.  Also present were international athlete - Yadvinder Singh who is  Founder & Director of Tushar Foundation, and Kiran Kaur, Director of Tushar Foundation, who is also a renowned singer. During the event, 15 outstanding girl students from Government Senior Secondary School, Phase 3B1, Mohali, were honored for their remarkable achievements in the fields of sports and education. The girls participating in the program were between the ages of 10 ...

 - Exuding Opulence from Every Corner, The Show-Home Successfully Establishes ‘Opus One’ as a Global Benchmark in Residential Luxury - Singapore’s HBA Known for Doing the Interiors of ‘The Ritz Carlton’, creates Another Magnum Opus This time in India’s Residential Space “When Our Customers Stay in A 7-Star International Hotel We Want Them to Proclaim That Their ‘Opus One’ Apartment is Better Than the Living Space They Experience in Such Hotels,” Gurinder Bhatti, Founder, GB Realty New Chandigarh, January 23, 2026: In a landmark development, GB Realty has unveiled its upcoming residential project “Opus One’s” exquisitely crafted 6,000 sq. ft., five-bedroom Show-Home or Sample Apartment. The media was given a low down on the show-home at a press conference by Gurinder Bhatti, Founder & Chairman, GB Realty and Jatinder Bajwa, Vice President, GB Realty. The media was later given a preview of the apartment. Speaking on the unveiling, Gurinder Bhatti, Founder and Chairman, GB Realty,...

Chandigarh, January 21, 2026: Epique Real Ventures, one of Chandigarh capital region and Punjab’s most trusted real estate advisory firms, has been recognized with the Award for Excellence in NRI Real Estate Investment at a distinguished event graced by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Mr. Nayab Singh Saini. The award was received by Mr. Hiimaanshu Pant, Managing Director, and Mr. Sunny Bagga, Vice President – Sales Operations (Punjab), on behalf of the company. This accolade underscores Epique Real Ventures role in delivering transparent, research-backed advisory and strategic investment guidance to NRI investors in North India’s key growth corridors. Commenting on the achievement, Mrs. Ruchi Pant, CEO, Epique Real Ventures, said, “This award is a testament to our team’s commitment to integrity, excellence, and client trust. Here I would especially like to mention the contribution of Mr. Sunny Bagga who’s focus, discipline, and ownership mind-set have been pivotal in delivering ...

Mohali, January 14th, 2026: North India’s first industry-led fashion school, the Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT), hosted Bright Beginnings 2026 - a vibrant art and craft exhibition curated and created by its students and faculty members. The exhibition was held at IFCT premises in Kharar, District Mohali and it was a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and design thinking, bringing together a rich showcase of artworks including mixed-media compositions, textile art, handcrafted décor, illustrations, sculptures, installations, and experimental design pieces.  Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Dr Neha Miglani, Founder & Director, IFCT, said “Bright Beginnings is not just an exhibition, it is a celebration of hard work, discipline, imagination and mentorship. I am extremely proud of our faculty members for their dedication and commitment, and of our students for producing such outstanding work.”  The works displayed reflect mon...

ट्रस्ट सामाजिक कार्यों के लिए सतत रूप से प्रतिबद्ध: ट्रस्ट संस्थापक एवं  समाजसेवी अमिताभ रुंगटा पंचकूला, 13 जनवरी 2026: सामाजिक एवं जनकल्याणकारी गतिविधियों में अग्रणी गैर-सरकारी संगठन पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा मकर संक्रांति के पावन अवसर से पूर्व फेज़-1, औद्योगिक क्षेत्र, पंचकूला में 198 वे अन्न भंडारे का भव्य आयोजन किया गया। इस सेवा कार्य में सैकड़ों परिवारों सहित समाज के विभिन्न वर्गों, जातियों एवं समुदायों के लोगों ने ट्रस्ट द्वारा आयोजित भंडारे का लाभ उठाया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं प्रख्यात समाजसेवी अमिताभ रुंगटा ने मकर संक्रांति के धार्मिक, सामाजिक एवं वैज्ञानिक महत्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए कहा कि पौराणिक मान्यताओं के अनुसार मकर संक्रांति को उत्तरायण पर्व के रूप में भी जाना जाता है। इस दिन सूर्यदेव मकर राशि में प्रवेश करते हैं, जिससे सूर्य की किरणें अधिक सकारात्मक और ऊर्जावान हो जाती हैं। सूर्य की केसरिया आभा जीवन में नई ऊर्जा, स्वास्थ्य और सकारात्मकता का संचार करती है। इसी कारण यह पर्व शुभ कार्यों, दान और सेवा के लिए अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण माना गया है। उन्...

Calendar 2026 has been compiled by State Information Commissioner Punjab Chandigarh, December 31, 2025: Today the Hon’ble Governor Punjab, Gulab Chand Kataria, released the pictorial Calendar 2026 for the State of Punjab depicting the theme “Punjab: Where Culture, Heritage & Nature Breathes” at Punjab Lok Bhavan, Chandigarh. The calendar, which has been meticulously conceptualized and compiled by State Information Commissioner, Punjab, Harpreet Sandhu, presents a vivid and comprehensive visual narrative of Punjab’s rich cultural heritage, sacred religious legacy, vibrant agricultural ethos, and pristine natural landscapes. While releasing the calendar, the Governor Punjab acknowledged the meaningful efforts done by State Information Commissioner, Punjab Harpreet Sandhu, for undertaking this significant initiative to promote Punjab and remarked that this visual documentation will be of immense interest to create cultural consciousness, strengthening the bond with heritage, and proje...