"Anukama", an Annual Design Collection Show held at NIIFT Mohali

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Mohali,  May 26 2019

Beautiful models of NIIFT took the stage by storm this evening to showcase 55 hands-on beautiful collections at Anukama-2019, the annual design collection show of the Institute. The collections were created by the graduating Fashion Design Department.
The collections presented were breathtaking. 

The highlight of Anukama’19 was the collection named 'The lost sound' created by Kajal, inspired by utensil making art of Thathera community of Jandiala Guru that has been accredited as one of the intangible crafts by UNESCO. Anusha also chose her theme ‘Abhidharma Pitaka’ based on Buddhist chant by UNESCO. Smiti Wahi created a collection named 'The fight for light which is a tale of Eskimos survival at Antarctica. Jagriti worked on a collection for the third gender. In fact, transgender also walked the ramp in an attire from her collection. Reetanshu fashioned a collection to bring upfront the violence against human trafficking which was achieved by application of barcodes on her garments. Mohita’s ‘Ball Night to Disco lights' was inspired from Disco glitters, an ornamental art work done with silver CD’s was also presented. Simardeep and Pawan showcased their collection 'Climate injustice' and ‘Volcanic Eruptions’ respectively. The designs were created using the innovative technique & motifs were taken form climatic conditions specially the Glaciers and lava melting state. 'Revival of Patchitra' by Manvi wasstimulated from craft of Orissa and the collection 'Vini Vidi Vici' by Vani Bhagatgot its inspiration from Chinese dragon Loong.

Final Phase of Voting in Chandigarh : Fate of all candidates locked in EVMs

SUMIT MALHOTRA 

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  Chandigarh, May 19 2019

The final phase of polling day saw a tremendous participating of public as people from all walks came to vote to decide the fate of candidates. As the polling started at 7am, people came out of their homes and stand in long queues to exercise their right to vote. The scorching sun did not even transform their mind this time as intend to caste vote to decide the right candidate.

Came to vote on Wheelchair, a senior citizen said that she never miss casting her right to vote and this time she will chose the candidate as per his/her work. She further told that one must vote in order to decide a right candidate who is capable to develop the city in right direction. “I am here to exercise my right not only as this is a polling day but also being a responsible citizen to decide future of our city as missing out voting might favour a wrong candidate and the city’s development might suffer”, as told by Ridhima, a first time voter who came at polling booth in sector 28, Chandigarh. Another family who never miss this opportunity shared that we really celebrate this day by casting our vote and put an example for our children to regularly use this right in order to ensure choosing right government for better development of nation. Flying Sikh Milkha Singh along with his wife also exercised his vote.

Congress candidate Pawan Kumar Bansal with family members exercised the right to vote at Govt High School in sector-28 of Chandigarh on Sunday.     Photo : SUMIT MALHOTRA

The candidates from Chandigarh too exercised their right at their respective polling booths. Congress candidate Pawan Kumar Bansal along with family members reached at Govt High School sector-28 to exercise their right. While standing in line within general public, he interacted with media personals and shared his opinion. “The process is going slow here and it is taking time”, he responded to one of question of media personal. Talking about the rest of the day, he elaborated that he will be visiting other polling booths to see the process. “I am quite confident about winning this seat”, replied to one of question of electronic media personal.

BJP candidate Kirron Kher with husband Anupam Kher exercised the right to vote at sector-7 of Chandigarh on Sunday.

Other than Bansal, the other candidates also exercised their vote in respective locations. BJP candidate Kirron Kher accompanied with her husband Anupam Kher castes her vote at sector 7. 

AAP candidate Harmohan Dhawan with family members exercised the right to vote in Chandigarh on Sunday.

With family members, AAP candidate Harmohan Dhawan too exercised his vote. All the three candidates are in good faith and have the positivity of winning the seat, but the decision of voters will come out on 23^rd of May when the EVM machines disclose the truth and decision of voters who turned out in good number to decide the candidate’s destiny.

Flying Sikh Milha Singh with wife Nirmal Kaur exercised the right to vote in Chandigarh on Sunday.

Students of St. Teresa School visited Blind School

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Panchkula, May 18 2019

“Better to be blind and see with your heart, than to have two good eyes and see nothing"

St. Teresa Convent School students visited blind institute, sector-26, Chandigarh. They observed blind students reading and writing the ‘Braille” letters immaculately. Touching the dots with the finger tips on the white paper, they read the text fluently.

The students who visited were surprised to see the way they spent their life normally. The best part that was surprising was to see the students using computers. All the students in the blind school were well-versed in speaking English fluently. The visit was quite inspiring.

Mothers Day celebrated at Smiling Kiddies Playway School

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Zirakpur,  May 15 2019

Smiling Kiddies Playway School celebrated mother's day in high spirit and merriment. It was a pleasure watching the dynamic and energetic kiddies preparing something unique and special for their mothers. KG class kiddies made cards beautifully. Each card was special and different in its own way. Playgroup kiddies made colourful flowers with love. Nursery Class Kiddies made heart shaped cards with a great excitement. All Kiddies enjoyed their mother's favourite dish during recess time. Heart-warming feelings filled the air with intimacy, gratitude and appreciation.

Labour Day celebrated by Smiling Kiddies Playway School

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Zirakpur, May 03 2019

Smiling Kiddies Playway School celebrated Labour day to inculcate the respect for the most important members of our society. Kiddies visited a construction site and expressed their gratitude towards workers by giving them refreshments and thanking them for their support and contribution in our society which touched everyone's heart. Some kiddies gave the message of Stop Child Labour through their banners as every child has the right to play and enjoy.

Farewell party held at GJIMT

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Mohali,  April 25, 2019

The students of Gian Jyoti Institute of Management and Technology, Phase 2 organized farewell party for outgoing students. Various Cultural items were staged on this occasion. The cultural program comprising skits, mono-acting and songs was interspersed with delightful modern and traditional dances. Cat walk stole the show.

The function began with lighting of the lamp .While encouraging the students Chairman J.S. Bedi said that such competitions unlock the talents of every individual student and help them on their way to a lifetime of self-discovery and fulfillment. According to him the world beyond the college life is far more crucial, tough and full of challenges. The best way to succeed in this world is self-confidence, hard work and dedication .Academic toppers, the supports winners and achievers of co-curricular activities were also honored by the chairman. 

In postgraduate category Nikita Lal was crowned as Ms Farewell Manpreet Singh was declared as Mr. Farewell. The title of Mr Handsome was won by Rahul Sharma and the title of Ms Elegant was won byShivani Negi.

The function concluded with an address by the Director Aneet Bedi. She congratulated the passing out students and advised them to demonstrate an ethical and professional behavior while performing their role and responsibility in the corporate sector.

"Shears and Rubans”, a fashion show organised by CGC, Jhanjeri

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Mohali, April 23 2019

Fashion Technology students of Chandigarh Group of Colleges Jhanjeri organized fashion show “SHEARS & RUBANS” . Geeta Nagrath, Director, IIFT; was the Chief Guest  and  Munish Jindal, Founder & CEO, Hover Robotix, Simrat Khaturia, Dietician and   Mubarak Sandhu, were the Guests of Honour. 

Over 25 budding designers participated to showcase their designs and creativity. The fashion show proved the talent and passion of young minds. Senior students showcased their work with different variations and concepts in form of colors, designs and silhouettes. Highlight of the event was a kids special round which touched the hearts of the audience and created a colorful environment. The show was organized on different themes like Crocheting, Macramé, Wedding Biker, Sufi, Peacock, Cindrella (Kids Wear), Army, Reuse of Mumma Sarees, Garbage bags, Virsa Punjab, Angels & Devil, Leopard, Bulls, Fusion Wedding, Cascade, Formal Wear, Galaxy, Rainbow, Spot Light, Humming bird, Christian Wedding, Devil Child, Clouds and Marvels. The ‘Army’ theme proved most impressive & bagged first prize.

Kids gave messages "Say No to Plastic" to mark Earth Day

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Zirakpur,  April 23 2019

Smiling Kiddies Playway School celebrated earth day with great zeal. Kiddies participated in various group activities. Playgroup kiddies performed tearing & pasting activity on earth Nursery Kiddies did balloon stamping on earth and K.G Kiddies pasted trees on mother earth and decorated it with greenery. 

To emphasize this day upon the need to save trees, water, electricity and disadvantages of using plastic, kiddies conveyed their message through their banners.

Students brought Laurels to Saupin's School Chandigarh

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Chandigarh,  April 19 2019

Manvir Singh Hundal of Class VII, Kaustav Minhas of Class VII and Vidhi Sharma of Class IX of Saupin’s 32 have successfully secured Black belts in the Kukkiwon 1^st POOM Taekwondo Promotion Test. They have been awarded certificates from Kukkiwon, World Taekwondo Headquarters, South Korea. They were mentored by Sunita Devi.  

Smiling Kiddies celebrated Baisakhi

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Chandigarh,  April 19 2019

Smiling kiddies Playway School celebrated the harvest festival Baisakhi with great zeal. The entire school was immersed in the spirit of festivity as the little ones came dressed in ethnic attire representing the Punjabi culture. Playgroup kiddies performed "Wheat Crop pasting" activity, Nursery Kiddies decorated dhol in a different way & kids of K.G class decorated pagri beautifully. 

They enjoyed the beats of the dhol and their joy had no limit. They were aspired about the relevance and importance of celebrating this day.

TBS Panchkula celebrated its Annual Sports Day

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Panchkula, March 21 2019

Around 200 students of The British School, Panchkula, celebrated Sports Day. Chairperson of The British School, Urmila Sethi graced the occasion with her presence and declared the Sports Meet open.
The parents were welcomed with songs and flower drill by the children. The event was a mélange of music, drills and races. The Fun and Frolic drill of LKG children and the exercise using frames was captivating. It was wonderful to see the kids with the spirit of friendly competition. With an overload of innocence the children participated in the races. The little bunny race, jumpy the frog, alphabet race, thread the pasta were the races where the children showed great spirit and agility with buoyant heart.
To keep the sportsmanship spirit alive Director of the School, Geetika Sethi and Principal of the School, Anita Mehra awarded the winners. 

In the little bunny race Aadamya Saini won the Gold medal, Nimit Rana won the Silver Medal and Viraaj Sodhi won the Bronze Medal. In the ‘Jumpy the frog’ of Nursery ( FY1)Tvisha and Riyansh Srivastava won the Gold Medal, Rudransh Gupta won the Silver Medal, Kiarra Taneja won the Bronze Medal. In the Race ‘ TBS Rocks’ of class FY2 A ( LKG A) Rehanshi Paul won the Gold Medal ,Amyra Walia won Silver Medal and Krittika won the Bronze Medal. In the race ‘Stack the Rings’ of  FY2 B ( LKG B)Aaryan Chandok won the Gold Medal, Mansiret  Kaur  Saini won the Silver Medal and Hirday Wadhawan on the Bronze Medal. In the Pendant Race of FY3 (UKG), Drishti Nandan  won the Gold Medal, Kavya Mehta won the Silver Medal and Aarnik Sharma won the Bronze Medal.
The Sports Day is incomplete without the Parents’ contribution. Parent of  Avlokit  FY 2B won the Bronze Medal, Parent of Tanisha FY 2A won the Silver Medal and Parent of Ayra FY 1 won the Gold Medal. The children showed great spirit and agility with buoyant heart.

Colourful show marked Annual Day celebrations of Smiling Kiddies Playway School

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Zirakpur, February 25 2019

Annual day was celebrated by Smiling Kiddies Playway School Zirakpur at Punjab Kala Bhawan in sector-16 of Chandigarh. Deepender Singh Dhillon, the general secretary of Punjab congress committee and Halka incharge, Derabassi was the chief guest for the day. The programme was started with lightening of lamp and Ganesh Vandana. 

Kids perform during annual day function held at Punjab Kala Bhawan in Chandigarh.

The function was attended by managing committee members, parents and other dignitaries. The colourful show of little kiddies enthralled the audience and for parents it was the moment of pride to watch their angles on the stage. Parents enjoyed the various games & couple ramp walk. The vote of thanks was proposed and the programme ended with National anthem.

Art and Craft exhibition held at Saupin's School Chandigarh

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Chandigarh, February 19 2019

A visual treat was witnessed in the exhibition room at Saupin’s School , Sector-32,Chandigarh. The students of classes 1 to 12 put up a grand display of their handiwork. Their yearlong effort was definitely worth the visit.

On display were a number of items, each standing out as a mark of art and beauty. There were a wide variety of things at display. Fabric painting was very impressive and items like handkerchiefs and T-shirts were beautifully painted. Best Out of Waste, Quilling work, Paper
Craft are worth a mention. The Pot making work done by the students was appreciated by one and all. Masquerades
were painstakingly made and looked gorgeous. Students had a grand display of origami covering flowers, fans and sparrows, heralding the arrival of spring. There were bookmarks of all shapes and sizes too. Wall and ceiling decorative
along with pen holders, put up by the Junior and Senior Art Club, looked good too. The paintings by the children looked very colourful and many had a delightful array of lentils and other small glass pieces to enhance the appearance.

Principal Surita Sharma appreciated the efforts put in by the students and teachers.

Annual Day function of Deepalaya School Gusbethi celebrated

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Mewat, February 12 2019

Our Greatest Strength Lies in Our Mothers: Students of Deepalaya School, Highlight a Social Message during Annual Day Celebrations

The Annual Day function of Deepalaya School Gusbethi was celebrated at the school premises with great zeal and enthusiasm. The ceremony began with the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries. A group of students performed a welcome dance. Hereafter, Manoj Kumar, Principal, Deepalaya School Gusbethi presented the annual report of the school highlighting its achievements for the last year. Prof. Mohammed Aslam, Former Vice Chancellor, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), who was present as the chief guest, lauded Deepalaya’s efforts in spreading education in one of the most backward regions of Haryana. Quoting the legend Nelson Mandela’s words, Prof. Aslam reiterated that education is indeed the most powerful weapon to change the nation and the world at large. Ilma Afroz, IPS graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour; she shared her inspiring personal journey from a small village in Uttar Pradesh to the prestigious Oxford University, and then coming back to India to serve her motherland. She also told the children about the importance of IPS and other civil service personnel towards the development of country, thereby inspiring them to rise and shine in their careers. She further urged everyone, especially the mothers, to come forward in every way possible to support the noble cause of promoting education. 

The programme was themed as “tribute to our mothers”. Befitting the theme, students performed a music-cum-dance drama. The skit showed the sacrifices mothers make to educate and raise their children, how they build a loving and protective bond with their children right from the cradle, yet how children often tend to forget and ignore the contributions of their mothers as they grow up, and act in ways that are unexpected and discourteous. The play ended with an interesting message that life ultimately gives back your share of bitterness if you act in a disrespectful manner towards your loved ones.
A.J. Philip, Secretary and Chief Executive, Deepalaya and Chairman of the school expressed his gratitude to the guests who were present on the occasion. In his speech, Mr. Philip mentioned about Deepalaya’s dream to turn this school into the finest school in the district.
Towards the end, a few parents/grandparents spoke about the important role Deepalaya has played in educating their children, and how the organization’s community workers have made deep inroads into the community to facilitate positive social change in the area.
The function ended with a vote of thanks by one of the students of the school, followed by the national anthem.

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Chandigarh, February 11 2019

Highlights :
* St. Xavier's Chandigarh celebrated its Annual Day function for Junior kids
* Saupin's-32 school bids farewell to Class -X batch
* Smiling Kiddies school celebrated Basant Panchami with great enthusiasm
* Rattan Cherub Foster School celebrated Basant Panchami

"Saraabor", a theatre festival to promote brotherhood rather than competition

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Chandigarh, February 09 2019

With an opportunity to promote brotherhood and mutual admiration amongst theatre artists, 'Saraabor', a three-day street art festival is being organised collaboratively by Alankar Theatre and Dramebaaz. A platform where one can celebrate rather than competition. The fiesta aims at reviving the essence of street play instead of inculcating a sense of competition. 

Theatre groups from across the nation get together at a single platform wherein they bring diverse art forms to drench everyone with the colours of street. The first edition of Saraabor not only saw professional theatre artists enchant the audience but also amateur college groups and dramatics societies stealing the show. The event is studded by interactive sessions (talks), fondly referred to as’ Nukkad Charcha’ by renowned artists with the audience. This annual celebration is fuelled by the combined energies, passion and enthusiasm of performers and audiences alike, because “why complete when we can celebrate”. While ignoring the spirit of competition, this festival comes with the essence of  positive environment created by different energies, to enjoy our true arts happily together without any boundations.  "SARAABOR" a festival of street Art, where every individual from any field can share and celebrate their work, experiences and art.
In order to promote the festival, a press conference was also held where the eminent theatre artists spoke about the festival and plays to be held during all three days. 

During press meet in Chandigarh. 

See In Photos: How commuters face difficulty riding through Dense Fog

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Chandigarh, February 05 2019

In Photos : Dense Fog reduces Visibility

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Zirakpur,  February 03 2019

Annual Winter Carnival held at The British School Panchkula

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Panchkula, February 03 2019

The British School, Sector-8, Panchkula organized a Healthy Baby Show at the Annual Winter Carnival and Art Exhibition of the primary wing. Over 200 enthusiastic parents and prettily dressed participated  in the show.

Chitraksh  ,Ayaan Chawla,Aradhak were adjudged TBS Prince while Vanika Ghavri, Praanya Sharma ,Prisha Garg was crowned TBS Princess. The most active baby title was bagged by Nipun Goel,Amyra Gulati and Aanya Goel while Avanya Sharma, Amayra Joshi, Bhavya Chhabra  swept away the title of Photogenic face . Cute little tiny tots came on the stage, sand, danced and captivated everyone. The school Director Sanjay Sethi shared that such events not only give children and parents a platform to exhibit their talent and come together as a community.

An exhibition displaying the art work of the students right from Play way to Class 5 had been put up for viewing . Parents appreciated the sincere hard work of the students. Carnival games had been organized alluring children with gifts galore, lucky dip for all and food stalls.

School News Digital Edition: Fog engulfed City

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Zirakpur, February 02 2019