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Chandigarh: Known for its delectable array of oven-roasted and grilled delights that tantalize the taste buds and ignite the senses, Oven Roast and Grill at SCO 475- 476, in Sector 35C, Chandigarh, today hosted BE YOU Miss and Mrs. Winner-2024 Miss Rhythm, a law student, 1st Runner Up Mrs. Mandeep Ghotra, a pilot with Air India, and 2nd Runner up Miss Shweta Thakur, a working IT professional from Himachal Pradesh. “It is a matter of great delight to visit Oven Roast and Grill where trained chefs transform simple ingredients into culinary marvels, infusing each dish with creativity and passion. From succulent roast meats to vibrant grilled vegetables, every bite is a celebration of flavor and texture,” said Rhythm. Sharing his thoughts, Sanjeev Bhatia, Managing Director, Oven Roast and Grill, said: “It was a great pleasure to host BE YOU - Miss and Mrs. Tricity-2024 at our restaurant where they enjoyed our iconic dishes to their extreme delight.” “Their dishes reflect a commitmen...

Chandigarh :   NIPM -National Institute of Personnel Management (Punjab Chapter), a Not-for-profit premier body dedicated to the development of Human Resource (HR) professionals, organized a day Workshop on “Statutory compliances under Labour legislation covering new Labour codes & Misconduct in employment and disciplinary procedures”, at PHD Chamber House, Chandigarh . The objective of the program was to provide a platform for HR professionals to interact with Central and State government authorities seeking clarifications and preparing for the hassle-free implementation of New Labour Codes as and when the Government announced its implementation.  The program was well attended by more than 100 Human Resources(HR) and Industrial Relations (IR) professionals across the industries from PSUs, Pharma, IT, Health care, and other industries from the states of Punjab , Haryana, Himachal and UT Chandigarh. Harish Nayar, IAS, Additional Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab , former He...

Mohali: Himanshu Kapoor, a resident of Kharrar, has brought to light that Arvindera Electricals, an electrical contracting firm based in Chandigarh has multiple FIR’s of fraud lodged against them. Owned by the father-son duo, Kulbir Sawhney and Gurasees Sawhney, the firm has a track record of very dubious and shady business practices, including cheating and committing fraud with vendors by not paying for materials ordered by them, and then go absconding, alleged Kapoor. In August 2020, the Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) had filed an FIR against Arvindera Electricals for an alleged fraud of Rs. 6 crores. Recently, another FIR was lodged against them, for a fraud amounting to Rs 5.25 crore at SAS Nagar (Mohali) Phase 1, and the bail application filed by Kulbir Sawhney and Gurasees Sawhney was rejected by the District Court. Both the father and son continue to be in hiding from the law. Arvindera Electricals had also procured electrical materials from Hartek Power Pvt Ltd, ...

Mohali : Zapbuild Technologies - a leading IT company based in Mohali celebrated the Chandrayaan 3 soft landing on the moon on Wednesday.  Amit Sood, VP marketing, Zapbuild Technologies said, "We had set  up a mega screen to capture the live event and all were holding their breath in anticipation of the soft landing. There was enthusiasm among all our employees and all were seen cheering and celebrating as Chandrayaan 3 successfully landed. The landing was a moment of pride and excitement for everyone at Zapbuild." "We celebrate milestones like space missions to inspire a sense of curiosity and innovation within the employees, which in turn positively influences the company's work culture and creativity," added Sood. Chandrayaan 3 is the third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and its successful soft landing is indeed be a significant achievement for India's space program.

Chandigarh: Five Karate players have been selected for the International Championship in the UK. The chosen names were announced at the recently concluded 4th National Sikh Games Taekwondo Championship recently held in New Delhi under the aegis of the Sikh Games Federation of India. The 4th National Sikh Games Taekwondo Championship occurred at Kant Darshan Public School, New Delhi. In this championship, players Jaspreet Singh, Rupinder Singh, Simran Kaur, and Amandeep Kaur won gold medals, while Ranjit Singh and Jaswinder Kumar won the silver medals, and the bronze medal winners were Jagdeep Singh, Preetam Dass, Balram Hakla, Rohtas Singh, and Amit Kumar. Satnam Singh, general secretary, said that he and four other players including Simran Kaur, Jaspreet Singh, Rupinder Singh and Hardip Singh got selected for the upcoming International  Karate  Championship in the UK. In the National Sikh Games, Hardip Singh ws the team helper, Baljinder Singh was the team coach, and Aj...

Mohali: On the morning of August 15th, the campus of Amity University Punjab, Mohali was full of pride and excitement as the faculty, staff, and students got together to celebrate India's 77th Independence Day. The feeling in the air was really energetic like there was electricity all around. Dr. RK Kohli, Vice Chancellor, unfurled the tricolor with utmost reverence. His inspiring address resonated with this year's theme - Nation First, Always First. The day's celebrations were not just about remembering the past; they were about celebrating how we come together as a country with different backgrounds and beliefs. The day was marked with a splendid parade and a march past, a true showcase of our unity in diversity. One of the most exciting things during the celebration was a performance by the NSS unit students. They acted out a really captivating skit that showed the journey of our country – how it has grown, how we believe in democracy, and how we stand together for e...

Chandigarh:  Architect Manmohan Khanna has been elected as the Chairman of the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), Chandigarh Chapter, for the term 2023-25, in the recently concluded elections. He holds the distinction of being the Founder Chairman of this newly created Chapter, founded in the year 2015, and continued to head the unit till 2021. The installation ceremony programme was sponsored by JK Cement . Gopal Krishan, State Head, Sales and Marketing, JK Cement, and Amit Aggarwal, State Head, Technical, JK Cement and their team were present at the programme, who distributed the gifts also.   Ar. Manmohan Khanna has also been the Founder Chairman of Chandigarh Centre of the Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) for 4 years during 2015-19. The newly elected team of the Chandigarh Chapter of IIA comprises Ar. Rakesh Kumar Bansal (Vice-chairman). Ar.Ashok Juneja and Ar. Sayam Bahga (Joint Secretary), and Ar. Anju Bala (Treasure). The other members of the exe...

MBD founders day Chandigarh: MBD Group, an embodiment of excellence, reliability and expertise across various sectors including Education, EdTech, Skill Development, Capacity Building, Exports, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Malls, Realty, Design & Construction, Residences and Commercial spaces operating in India and abroad commemorated its 78th Founder's Day with indomitable spirit and zeal.  This momentous occasion honoured the outstanding legacy of their visionary founder, Shri Ashok Kumar Malhotra. This event served as a heartfelt tribute to his remarkable contributions, untiring commitment and transformative ideas towards empowering people. Employees from diverse verticals were honoured for their invaluable contributions, and their unwavering dedication was acknowledged as the backbone of MBD's success. Furthermore, as a testament to their commitment to employee growth, MBD Group extends support to selected individuals by providing scholarships to fund their educat...

Chandigarh: The Indian pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a sea-change thanks to the support of the governments at the Centre and in the states, said Nikhil Aggarwal, CEO, Panchkula-based Ernst Pharmacia, adding that by 2026, there will be a remarkable transformation in cancer treatment, thanks to the ongoing research in the USA. Aggarwal who founded Ernst Pharmacia which is headquartered in Panchkula was addressing different issues related to India's pharmaceutical industry during an interaction at an industry event in Tricity.  “Government of India and the state governments are promoting Indian manufacturers to produce Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), this will reduce India's dependence on China and other countries for API,” said Nikhil, adding that Ernst Pharmacia is committed to providing a range of high standard pharmaceutical products at affordable prices so that everyone can take advantage of the best medicines. Talking about generic and branded medicines...

Chandigarh : Himachal's Kasauli, which is the most sought-after summer destination of people in the plains, particularly of those residing in the Chandigarh capital region, due to the proximity of the piquant hill station to the Tricity, is hosting the much-awaited Annual Kasauli Week celebrations. The 101st Kasauli Week is being organised by the iconic Kasauli Club which was established in 1880. The week-long extravaganza formally commenced on a grand note as Chairman of Kasauli Club Brig C S Pathania, VSM, inaugurated the celebrations, in the presence of prominent individuals from different walks of life. Kasauli Club is a prestigious social and recreational institution with a list of members that boasts of the creme-de-la-creme of not just the region but also other parts of India.   With the traditional flag unfurling by the Kasauli Club Chairman, in the presence of the Executive Secretary, and committee members, the Chairman declared open the week-long festival. The atmospher...

Mumbai:  The Recorded Music Performance Ltd (RMPL) the sole Copyright Society registered by the Government of India for managing Sound Recordings, has filed a suit for copyright infringement for songs played at the Gujarat Titans games played at Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad on behalf of one of its members. It is to be noted that a police complaint for copyright infringement of a song against Punjab Kings (PBKS) has been filed by RMPL in Mohali near  Chandigarh. A police complaint has also been made in Lucknow against Lucknow Supergiants (LSG). Mr. Sowmya Chowdhury, CEO of RMPL stated that RMPL is on its way to creating a platform in India where all Music Labels registered with RMPL, will get their rightful dues. “We ensure that the users of the music belonging to our members are provided due information about the Copyright Act well in advance. But if they still choose to ignore and willfully commit a cognizable offense, then we will be forced to take the necess...

Amit Sheth, Comrades International  Brand Ambassador for the Indian Subcontinent ran the NMIMS Chandigarh Marathon. Chandigarh:  With an aim to create awareness about fitness among people and celebrate the upcoming ‘International Women’s Day’ - Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Chandigarh organised a Half Marathon-'Narsee Monjee Half Marathon International Women's Day Run', which was flagged off at the NMIMS campus. The event was held in support of GOI’s ‘Fit India Movement’ which aims to encourage people to remain healthy and fit by including sports in their daily lives.  Dr. Dharam Pal (IAS), Adviser to Administrator, Chandigarh (UT) was the chief guest and he also gave away prizes to the winners.   UT Adviser, Dr. Dharam Pal along with Amit Sheth, Honorary Secretary and Mentor, NMIMS graced the event and also participated in the run. Amit is also a well-known marathoner and was the first Indian national to run the Comrades Marathon in...

  Ludhiana : After becoming a craze among food aficionados and partygoers in Mumbai and Chandigarh –  a leading famous restaurant and bar chain, The Finch has now expanded its footprint in Punjab, with an expansive vibrant outlet in Ludhiana , offering a fresh point of view on clubbing and dine-in experience in the city. The Finch outlet has opened in the heart of the city at Paragon WaterFront, South City Road , Ludhiana . Speaking on occasion, Sandeep Katiyar - Director and CEO, The Finch said, “We are extremely delighted that The Finch known for its ambiance, live music and wide range of cocktails and sumptuous food is ready to bring out the unique dining experience in Ludhiana . Elevating the culinary and mixology to new heights, we believe that the new restaurant and bar will help customers experience international-level dining. And we are sure that it will receive the love of the people of Ludhiana like we have received in the other cities.” Notably, The Finch h...

  Patiala :  After over a decade of revolutionizing the nightlife and dining scene in Delhi NCR,  Chandigarh , and  Lucknow , Boombox has now arrived with an all-new Luxury Bar format, Boombox Penthouse at  Downtown   Building , New Lal Bagh,  Upper Mall Road ,  Patiala . On this occasion, an exclusive party was organized at the sprawling Boombox Penthouse in which a renowned ramp model and a top-10 finalist of Miss India 2011, Aprajita Sharma and Dr Sukhmilap Ratol, owner of  Downtown   Building  along with prominent lifestyle influencers of Pink Sky graced the event. Sahil Baweja and Aprajita Sharma Sahil Baweja, Brand Owner, Boombox said, “Boombox is ready to redefine the dining and bar experience of partygoers in the royal city of  Patiala . We wanted to build upon the legacy of Boombox and fill in the void in  Patiala  of a premium bar and restaurant that is comfortable for a quick catch-up, a romantic ...

Bioclimatic architecture – a way of designing buildings based on local climate, and ensuring thermal comfort using environmental resources is fast gaining ground in  India . Bioclimatic architecture is at the core of green building development. The design style tries to integrate well into natural surroundings.  Omar K Rabie, an Egyptian architect says, "If one’s house is well oriented with the sun and the wind, encouraging favoured airflow and reducing unfavoured solar radiation, then he can open a window towards a well-shaded planted transitional space instead of using the AC when it gets hot. Bioclimatic architecture gels with nature, where residents have ample wind, sunlight, rain, heat, humidity, and other natural phenomena." Sumit Singla, CEO, PLPB It is noteworthy that Rabie an International Union of Architects (IUA) awarded designer has created the layout and design of the upcoming 'The Wellness City' on the  Chandigarh-Patiala Road , which is slated t...

Chandigarh : The Chandigarh Regional Centre of the Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) celebrated its 7th Charter Day with a discussion on ways to uplift the standard of interior design education. The Chief Guest of the programme was Ms Sumit Kaur, Retd Chief Architect, Deptt of Urban Planning & Administration, Chandigarh, while Ar Ravindra Kumar from Bangalore was the guest speaker. IIID’s vision is highly professional by helping students in this field and encouraging local artists and artisans from different places. For this Chandigarh Centre is planning to hold a showcase with the theme of Art and Craft in the coming months, said Ar Manmohan Khanna, Founder Chairman of IIID Chandigarh Centre. He emphasized the need for standardization of professional education. Interior Designer Ashima Vashisht, Chairperson, IIID Chandigarh said, “We believe in raising awareness regarding interior designing and design profession to the masses. IIID believes in collaborations wi...

Chandigarh : Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters and BAHRISONS Booksellers LLP, pioneers of specialty coffee and book culture in India respectively, announce the launch of their first café-cum-bookstore in Chandigarh . This collaboration, which marks the entry of both the brands in Chandigarh , brings together India ’s best specialty coffee and one of the oldest and most iconic bookstores in the country, under one roof. The brand-new outlet, spread across 3000 sq. ft., will be home to an extensive dine-in menu,home-brewing equipment, wide range of beverages and a comprehensive book collection for all age groups. Visitors will be able to choose from several hot and cold brews like Espresso, Pourover, Americano, Cappuccino, Flat White, Vietnamese-style coffee amongst many others - all brewed using Blue Tokai’s high-quality roasted beans. Customers will be in for a treat with food choices ranging from healthy sourdough sandwiches, egg-based preparations, salads, cold-pressed juices and a specia...

  Chandigarh : The Kashmir Files, a film based on the atrocities done on Kashmiri Pandits in the Valley, is gaining popularity and being promoted by the people themselves. Even the producers haven't had to spend much on its publicity. In such a situation, the producers of the film should spend 50% of the income generated by the film on helping the victimized Kashmiri Pandit families, said Ayurveda and Meditation Guru - Acharya Manish. Commenting on the movie, Acharya Manish said that it is heartbreaking to know about the atrocities done on Kashmiri Pandits by Islamic terrorists in the 1990s and their forced exodus from Kashmir valley. This tragedy has been portrayed well in the film. The audiences are getting to know the truth of 'Islamic Jihad' unleashed in the valley through this fact based portrayal of the 'Kashmiri Pandit genocide.'  He has also appealed to the government to support the victims' families of Kashmiri Pandits in relocating to Kashmir . ...

Chandigarh : Punjab Governor and UT Chandigarh Administrator Banwari Lal Purohit  gave away awards to 29 prominent women achievers on the occasion International Women's Day. The governor also unveiled a Coffee Table Book on the occasion. “International Women’s Day is celebrated globally to mark the success and achievements of women in social, economic, cultural and political spheres. Women are an epitome of strength, empathy, compassion and sacrifice. They seamlessly carry on so many roles of daughter, wife, caring mother or professional,” said Purohit at Touch Woman of Substance (TWOS-2022) award ceremony at Hyatt Regency here. Dr Preeti Jindal, President of Mohali Obstetrics & Gynecology Society and Director of the Touch Clinic informed the gathering that the ‘Touch Woman of Substance’ award function has been organized by The Touch Clinic for many years. “It is a matter of great pride for us that deserving women achievers received their awards from the hands of Punjab Go...