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  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...