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Zirakpur, 11th October 2026: In a heartwarming and unconventional celebration, Kabira The International School was inaugurated on Sunday by Master Gurvansh Singh, a young student of Bachpan Play School, Zirakpur, who was honoured as the Little Chief Guest. Breaking away from the traditional practice of inviting celebrities or prominent dignitaries, the school chose a young child to cut the inaugural ribbon, conveying a meaningful message that children are the true VIPs of every educational institution. The ceremony also included the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp, symbolising knowledge, wisdom and new beginnings. Established under the management of Bhattacharya Educational Trust, the school is founded and led by Dr. Rita Rattan, Founder and Director-cum-Principal, an experienced educationist with 28 years of educational excellence. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rattan said, “A school exists because of its children. I wanted a child, rather than a celebrity, to inaugurate K...

Vanishree Pathak & Rajni Chandra win Ladies category; Mahesh Iyer & Lohith JM top the Bike category Chandigarh, October 5, 2026: The SJOBA TSD Rally 2026, organised by the St. John’s Old Boys Association (SJOBA), concluded with the prize distribution ceremony held at the Chandigarh Golf Association, with Shabbir Hussain Saifee and Prakash Muthusamy emerging winners in the Pro 4-Wheeler category. The rally witnessed participation from 35 cars and 15 motorcycles, with competitors from across India taking on challenging tracks across Punjab. TSD stands for Time-Speed-Distance, a format in which competitors are required to maintain prescribed speeds and reach designated points at calculated times. Unlike a conventional speed race, success depends on precision, navigation, consistency and the ability to maintain the required average speed over the route. The winners were presented cash prizes and trophies, while all other participants were honoured with certificates. Nikhil Deep Sin...

Chandigarh, October 3: A special Women’s Health & Hygiene Camp (Mahila Swasthya Evam Swachhta Shivir) was organised at Indira Colony, Chandigarh, as part of the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’, a month-long campaign launched on September 17, the birthday of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The camp focused on bringing preventive healthcare, health awareness and essential hygiene support closer to women in the area. The camp was organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chandigarh under the leadership of Shri Jatinder Pal Malhotra, State President, BJP Chandigarh. His emphasis on Seva, community outreach and welfare initiatives has encouraged programmes addressing the everyday needs of citizens. The programme was organised under the Intellectual Cell by Dr. Monica B. Sood, Intellectual Head, BJP Chandigarh, and Smt. Ruchi Sekhri, State Secretary, BJP Chandigarh. Smt. Suman Sharma, Deputy Mayor, Chandigarh and Councillor, graced the programme as the Guest of Honour. Appreciating the ini...

Chandigarh, October 3, 2026: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sanjay Tandon met Punjab Governor and UT Chandigarh Administrator Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, seeking timely payment of salaries to the contractual employees of the City Administration. Tandon said that the UT Administrator has promised to look into the matter on priority and would ensure that the contractual workers are paid their salaries by 7th of every month. "I apprised the UT Administrator of the letter issued from the office of Secretary, Personnel, Chandigarh, on March 17, 2021 wherein it is clearly mentioned that the salaries/wages of the contractual employees are disbursed by 7th of every month," said Tandon. “If an instruction already exists, there is no reason why it should not be implemented. The salaries of these employees should not be delayed when the funds are already available with the government,” he said. “I have requested the Administrator to ensure that all contractual employees receiv...

  Chandigarh, 1st October , 2026 :  Swiss watchmaker Tissot, renowned for its precision, innovation, and timeless design, is proud to announce the opening of its first Chandigarh boutique located on the First Floor at Elante Mall. The new store represents a key milestone in the brand's North India expansion, offering visitors an immersive and elevated retail experience. Spanning approximately 518 square feet, the boutique introduces a contemporary retail layout designed to showcase the brand's iconic collections. The space also features a Safe, Digital Screen, Strap Backwall and a Celebration Table. “Opening our first boutique in Chandigarh is an important milestone for Tissot in India,” says Sylvain Dolla, CEO of Tissot. “It reflects our ambition to be present wherever our customers and watch enthusiasts are.” The new Tissot boutique presents some of the brand's most recognised collections, including the Tissot PRX, Seastar, Gentleman, Le Locle, T-Touch, PR100, Chrono XL, ...

Three-Day celebration of bodybuilding, fitness and strength Sports to see participation of athletes from across North India Chandigarh, October 1, 2026: With the aim of promoting bodybuilding, fitness and strength sports across Chandigarh-Tricity and North India, Sheru Classic NPC (National Physique Committee Worldwide India) Regionals 2026 will be held from October 9 to 11 at Indradhanush Auditorium, Sector 5, Panchkula. The three-day mega sporting event will bring together athletes, fitness enthusiasts and strength-sports participants on a common platform and will feature the NPC North India Bodybuilding Championship, bodybuilding and Tri-Rox competitions, and the IPL-Indian Powerlifting competition as its major attractions. Details of the event were shared at a press conference held at Chandigarh Press Club by octogenarian fitness icon and well-known internet personality Tripat Singh, President, NPC Sheru Classic Chandigarh Chapter; Yadvinder Singh, General Secretary, NPC Sheru Clas...

HOSMAC’s Hospital Engineering Summit brought together healthcare leaders, architects, engineers and infrastructure experts to discuss resilient, sustainable and future-ready healthcare facilities Chandigarh, 26th September 2026: HOSMAC, Asia’s leading hospital planning, design and management consultancy, hosted the 6th edition of the Hospital Engineering Summit (HES) today at Hyatt Regency, Chandigarh. Held under the theme ‘Benchmarking Excellence: Challenges for Hospital Infrastructure’, the summit brought together leading stakeholders from across the healthcare ecosystem to discuss the evolving requirements, challenges and opportunities shaping hospital infrastructure in India. The summit brought together industry leaders including Mr PL Mehta, Vice-Chairman, Ambuja Neotia Healthcare Venture Limited; Ar Prithi Pendharkar, Business Practice Director, CannonDesign; Dr Vishavdeep Goyal, COO, IITK-FMR and Dr Rudradatta Shrotriya, Head Commissioning & Operations, Tata Cancer Care Foun...

Chandigarh, September 23, 2026: Christian pastors and leaders gathered across national borders  for an international program addressing human rights, religious freedom, and the essence of faith. Pastors in the national capital  participated in person at Statesman House, while Christian leaders from other countries joined online from their respective locations, in a program organized with the support of the Beautiful Bridge Project. The event, held in two parts — a general session on human rights and religious freedom, followed by a regional session on the essence of faith — brought leaders together to reflect on the responsibility of faith communities to protect human dignity, uphold religious freedom, and respond responsibly when fundamental rights are at stake. A significant portion of the discussion focused on the case of Lee Man-hee, the 95-year-old chairman of Shincheonji Church of Jesus in South Korea, whose pretrial detention has drawn attention in South Korea and abroa...

Chandigarh, 22nd September 2026: As part of its continued efforts to strengthen its retail presence across India, ASUS India, the Taiwanese technology giant, today announced the launch of its new Pegasus Hybrid Store in Chandigarh. Located at SCO 27, Sector 20-D , Chandigarh, the new store spans 800 sq. ft. and introduces ASUS’ new Hybrid Store design, marking the first such store format in India. The store will offer consumers an extensive portfolio of ASUS products across categories, including Vivobook, TUF, Republic of Gamers (ROG), All-in-One PCs, Desktops, ASUS tablets and a wide range of accessories such as mice, keyboards, adapters and more. The new store further expands ASUS’ retail presence in Chandigarh, taking the total number of ASUS stores in the city to three. The launch also marks an expansion of ASUS’ retail network in the Punjab branch, which now comprises one ASUS Exclusive Store (AES), one Hybrid Store and the newly launched Pegasus Hybrid Store. The new store brings...

   Chandigarh : Tata Hitachi, one of India’s leading construction machinery companies, is set to make a strong statement at BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2026, with the launch of two new machines — the NX30 neo and ZAXIS 40U — alongside an extensive portfolio of construction equipment and solutions designed to address the evolving needs of India’s infrastructure, construction, mining and allied industries. With a comprehensive display spanning mini excavators, electric equipment, construction excavators, backhoe loaders and wheel loaders, Tata Hitachi’s pavilion will demonstrate its focus on delivering productivity, versatility, technology and value across diverse customer applications. The newly launched NX30 neo and ZAXIS 40U further strengthen the company’s offering in the compact equipment segment, giving customers greater choice for specialised and urban construction applications. Commenting on Tata Hitachi’s participation at BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2026, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Managing Di...

  • I naugurated by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Haryana Shri Nayab Singh Saini, in the presence of senior government officials • Long-term collaboration with Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology ( DCRUST ) • Development of next-gen workforce through hands-on training in advanced commercial vehicle technologies • Technicians trained can join extensive Eicher service network in the region   Murthal : Eicher Trucks & Buses , a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) today inaugurated its 11th Regional Competence Development Centre (RCDC) at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (DCRUST), Murthal . T he centre was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Haryana Shri Nayab Singh Sain i , in the presence of senior government officials, academic leaders, and VECV representatives.    Established in partnership with DCRUST, the facility will serve as a centre of excellence for automotive technology learni...

 समाजसेवी अमिताभ रुगंटा ने कहा—व्यक्तियों और संस्थाओं के सामूहिक प्रयासों से भूख की समस्या को कम करने में मदद मिल सकती है पंचकूला, 9 अगस्त: पुरुषोत्तम दास रुगंटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा पंचकूला के इंडस्ट्रियल एरिया, फेज-1 में 227वें अन्न भंडारे का आयोजन किया गया। यह आयोजन जरूरतमंद लोगों की सहायता, समाज सेवा और सामुदायिक कल्याण के प्रति ट्रस्ट की निरंतर प्रतिबद्धता का हिस्सा था। पुरुषोत्तम दास रुगंटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं  समाजसेवी अमिताभ रुगंटा ने कहा कि व्यक्तियों और सामाजिक संस्थाओं के सामूहिक प्रयासों से भूख की समस्या को कम करने के साथ-साथ समाज में मानवता और सेवा की भावना को भी मजबूत किया जा सकता है। अन्न भंडारे में जरूरतमंद लोगों, श्रमिकों, राहगीरों तथा आम जनता के अन्य सदस्यों को ताजा एवं पौष्टिक भोजन निःशुल्क वितरित किया गया। इस पहल का उद्देश्य ऐसे लोगों तक सम्मानपूर्वक भोजन पहुंचाना था, जिन्हें किसी कारणवश भोजन की व्यवस्था करने में कठिनाई हो सकती है।  अमिताभ रुगंटा ने कहा कि भूखे व्यक्ति को भोजन कराना सेवा के सबसे सरल, लेकिन सबसे सार्थक रूपों में से एक है। ...

Panchkula, August 2, 2026: To mark the beginning of the holy month of 'Saawan', the Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Purushottam Das Rungta Charitable Trust, reaffirmed its commitment to social service by organising a Community Kitchen ('Ann Bhandara') at Industrial Area, Phase I, Panchkula. The event marked the 226th Ann Bhandara organised by the Trust. Amitabh Rungta, Founder of the Trust and a well-known social worker, said, "The month of 'Saawan' is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is regarded as a sacred period for prayer, charity and acts of kindness, making community service and food distribution especially meaningful during this time." He further said that the holy month of 'Saawan' reminds humankind that true devotion is expressed through selfless service. "A Community Kitchen or 'Ann Bhandara' is not just about serving food, but about sharing compassion, dignity and care with those in need," Rungta added. The Trust th...

Chandigarh, Aug 2, 2026: In a proud moment for India's education and fashion fraternity, Dr. Neha Miglani, Founder of the Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT), has been honoured with the prestigious "Excellence in Global Fashion Education Award" at the Times Leadership Summit & Icons 2026. The award was given by Honourable Governor of Punjab and the Administrator of Chandigarh Shri Gulab Chand Kataria. The award recognises Dr. Miglani's exceptional contribution to fashion education, her visionary leadership, and her unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative professionals. Through her pioneering work at IFCT, she has empowered aspiring designers, media professionals, entrepreneurs, and creative minds by providing industry-driven education that combines innovation, practical learning, and global perspectives. Receiving the honour, Dr. Neha Miglani said: "I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition. This award ...

पंचकूला, 31 जुलाई 2026: गुरु पूर्णिमा के पावन अवसर पर पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा इंडस्ट्रियल एरिया, फेज-1 में 225वां अन्न भंडारा श्रद्धा, सेवा और समर्पण भाव के साथ आयोजित किया गया। इस अवसर पर सैकड़ों राहगीरों एवं जरूरतमंद लोगों को प्रेमपूर्वक भोजन परोसा गया। ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं प्रख्यात समाजसेवी अमिताभ रूंगटा ने बताया कि गुरु पूर्णिमा भारतीय संस्कृति में गुरु के प्रति श्रद्धा, सम्मान और कृतज्ञता व्यक्त करने का पर्व है। इस पावन अवसर पर अन्न सेवा का विशेष महत्व है, क्योंकि यह मानवता की सेवा के साथ-साथ आध्यात्मिक उन्नति का भी माध्यम है। उन्होंने कहा, " गुरु पूर्णिमा जैसे पुण्य अवसर पर अन्न भंडारे का आयोजन केवल सामाजिक दायित्व नहीं, बल्कि आत्मिक उन्नति का मार्ग भी है। यह माँ लक्ष्मी की कृपा एवं आशीर्वाद प्राप्त करने का एक सशक्त माध्यम है।" उन्होंने सभी शहर वासियों से ऐसे सेवा कार्यों में बढ़-चढ़कर भाग लेने तथा समाज में सेवा-भाव को और अधिक सशक्त बनाने की अपील की।

The new store brings AZORTE's signature blend of global fashion, tech-enabled retail, and immersive in-store experiences to ChandigaArh, with actor Tania joining as the guest of honour CHANDIGARH : AZORTE, Reliance Retail's premium fashion and lifestyle destination, is set to open its doors in Chandigarh, marking a significant step in the brand's expansion across North India. The new store at Nexus Elante Mall adds to AZORTE's growing network of neostores, each designed to merge fashion discovery with intuitive, tech-led shopping. Marking AZORTE's 44th store nationwide, the Chandigarh launch reflects the brand's continued retail expansion across India. Designed to encourage exploration and discovery, the space brings AZORTE's signature retail identity to life through an immersive and seamless shopping experience. The launch was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by actor Tania, who also spent time interacting with fans and shoppers during a dedi...

Purushottam Das Rungta Charitable Trust Organises it's  223rd Community Kitchen Panchkula, July 13, 2026: The Purushottam Das Rungta Charitable Trust organised its 223rd Community Kitchen    at Panchkula Industrial Area, Phase-1. On this occasion, the Trust’s founder and social worker Amitabh Rungta said that in Indian culture, distributing  food free of cost to the needy is regarded as divine. To keep this spirit alive, the Trust has been organising 'Ann Bhandaras' for the benefit of  society from time to time. He said that this is not merely a programme for distributing food, but an important social initiative that conveys the message of service, compassion, equality and social unity. During the Community Kitchen, Amitabh Rungta himself remained present. Volunteers of the Trust also participated enthusiastically in the service activities and made significant contributions to food distribution and refreshment arrangements.

पंचकूला, जुलाई 8 : भीषण गर्मी के बीच राहगीरों को भोजन एवं शीतल जल उपलब्ध कराने के उद्देश्य से पुरुषोत्तम दास रूंगटा चैरिटेबल ट्रस्ट द्वारा पंचकूला इंडस्ट्रियल एरिया फेज-1 में 222वें अन्न भंडारे का आयोजन किया गया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट के संस्थापक एवं समाजसेवी अमिताभ रूंगटा ने कहा कि प्रत्येक व्यक्ति को अपने सामाजिक दायित्व का निर्वहन करते हुए जरूरतमंदों और राहगीरों की सेवा के लिए आगे आना चाहिए। उन्होंने कहा कि गर्मी के मौसम में अन्न और जल का महत्व और भी बढ़ जाता है। अन्नदान को सर्वोत्तम दान माना गया है, वहीं प्यासे को जल पिलाना जीवनदान के समान है। इसलिए अन्न और जल की सेवा मानवता की सच्ची सेवा है तथा इससे व्यक्ति पुण्य का भागीदार बनता है। भंडारे के दौरान अमिताभ रूंगटा स्वयं उपस्थित रहे और आयोजन का नेतृत्व किया। इस अवसर पर ट्रस्ट के स्वयंसेवकों ने भी पूरे उत्साह के साथ सेवा कार्य में भाग लेते हुए भोजन वितरण और जलपान व्यवस्था में अपना महत्वपूर्ण सहयोग दिया।

Chandigarh, June 29, 2026: The region’s leading real estate developer Motiaz Group has formally raised the curtains on ‘Motiaz Capital One’, a landmark mixed-use commercial development strategically located at the prominent NH-7/PR-7 (Airport Road) junction in Zirakpur. The project was announced at a press meet addressed by a dynamic young entrepreneur - Mukul Bansal who is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Motiaz Group at Hotel Mountview here.  Motiaz Group also unveiled its latest logo in presence of media personnel. Mukul Bansal told reporters: “Under a refreshed identity the Motiaz legacy will be taken ahead with delivery of some very innovative projects. We are starting this foray with the announcement of ‘Motiaz Capital One’.” He informed that the project has received approval from the Punjab Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) recently, bearing registration number PBRERA-SAS79-PC0425-042026. Mukul Bansal said: "'Capital One’ is our vision of creating something...

University leadership highlights the growing need for adaptability, lifelong learning and transdisciplinary education in an era of rapid technological disruption Chandigarh  : As artificial intelligenceand rapid technological change continue to reshape industries worldwide, universities must move beyond preparing students for their first job and instead equip them to navigate multiple career transitions throughout their lives, according to speakers at the World Peace University (WPU) Goa Open House held on 20 June. The event brought together prospective students, parents and educators for a discussion on the future of higher education and the changing expectations from universities in an increasingly unpredictable world. Central to the conversation was WPU Goa's transdisciplinary model of education, which seeks to combine disciplinary depth with the ability to think across domains, adapt to change and address complex real-world challenges. "Universities can no longer assume th...

The book will act as a 'go to treatise' for both current & would be pharma entrepreneurs Chandigarh, June 19, 2026: Pharmaceutical entrepreneurs, husband-wife duo, Abhinav Garg and Mehak Aggarwal have unveiled their book, ‘Killing Cancer: 13 Secrets of the High-Stakes Drug Manufacturing World’ at a press conference. The book offers readers an unprecedented look into the complex and often misunderstood world of pharmaceutical manufacturing. Drawing from years of experience in manufacturing oncology drugs, the authors provide a candid account of the decisions, failures, regulations, leadership challenges and ethical responsibilities that shape the medicines relied upon by millions of patients worldwide. “Structured around 13 chapters, the book explores subjects ranging from regulatory compliance and supply chain resilience to entrepreneurship, quality systems, manufacturing failures and leadership in highly regulated industries,” Abhinav told reporters. Abhinav said, “We have...

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...