Category: ACTIVITIES

Farmer’s Protest: Life at Singhu Border – The Caravan Carnival
As the deadly winter nights are approaching, the spirits of the farmers of the Bhartiya Kisaan Union (BKU) protesting at the Singhu border of Harayan-Delhi ain’t supposed to die down. In fact, the eagerness is coming alive like a flaming bone fire in the foggy nights. Tens of thousands of farmers from the states of Punjab, Haryana, and UP are protesting against the farmer’s bill 2020. The farmers have been sitting on Dharna on the singhu border since November 27.

The past few weeks have changed the course of the lives of not only farmers but many other classes of people as well.

Chapter embossed in Indian History

For many of us who are visiting Singhu Border for a day to drop of donations; the whole panorama may look like a lot of fun. But indeed it is part of some serious history being written by a few thousands of farmers who have worked all their life in the Hazy fields.

Neither I belong to the family of a farmer, Nor am I a Sikh, But being a child of the Holy ground Sri Muktsar Sahib, which is part of Sikhism History, and being Punjabi by blood, I have incorporated the three pillars of Sikhism into my soul at a very early age. These pillars are “Naam Japo, Kirat Kro, Te Wand Chako”

Loosely translated to as,

Naam Japo: Thank God, for what he has given us

Kirat Karo: Work Hard and earn with Honesty

Wandd Chakho: Always share what you have with the community, be it food, wealth, or else

These three things were seen at the Singhu Border. If someone asks me, these are pillars of not only Sikhism but humanity.

There are speeches all through the day at Singhu, the roar among the people is awe-gasping. You can spot stalls of Chai, kheer, langar. The meals at Singhu are no less than a sumptuous lunch.

Ekam: Everyone is equal

The langars are not just feeding the farmers camping at the Singhu border, But also other underprivileged people who live near the protest site. The countless homeless people of Delhi who are often ignored by the world struggled for even one square meal a day before the protest.

Langars at Singhu are for everybody. These feasts are especially is being enjoyed by the young outcasts rag pickers of Delhi who lived near the border. For these poor kids, there is more than enough rag to bag. The langars provide them food, they only dreamt of earlier.

From pinniyan, laddo, dry fruits to Pizza & Coke, the langars ensured nor children or adults around singhu sleeps with the growling tummy. The langars treat provides them with three meals a day and tea served with fruits, matri, biscuits, Zarda, and more. The kids are happy because they can eat as much they want, whenever they want.

The disposed plates also ensure the livelihood of these ragpickers as they don’t have to travel far for the scarp collection.

“We live nearby only. We are very happy as we are getting to eat many things including sweets and different dishes every day. It feels like a fair and we are very happy because of this, ” said Ravi, a 12-year-old who lives near the protest site.

A Caravan Carnival

Apart from langars, the NGOs, volunteers, Activist and some of the anonymous donors from all over the nation has been contributing to the protest site so much, that one now can call Singhu border – A Caravan Carnival
- When Internet Jammers were installed at Singhu Border to halt the spread of protest via Social Media, an anonymous contributor with the alias “Aapka Abhishek” installed a Wi-Fi hot spot and written the login ID and password on several cardboard pieces, hung from strings.
- When elderly farmers protested all day long, Khalsa Aid came forward to install 25-foot massagers.
- When rain-filled clouds started hovering, 400-bed waterproof tent house and some Geysers were also set up by the same NGO.
- When the temperature drop caused the slow cooking of food, 15-foot-tall steam boilers were brought from Gurudwaras to help prepare the food in no time.
- When Mosquitos attacked, Volunteer Sahib Singh & Surmail Singh with the slogan “Kachua jalao, Machar bhagao” distributed mosquito repellent coils.
- When Clothes were becoming dirty with the dust and dirt, Jagjit Singh & his friends and another group of 12 sportsmen of Panjab and Haryana came forward to do laundry of the mighty farmers. Both the groups installed separate stations with washing machines which run 10 hours daily. They collect clothes with the details of the campsite of the person and give them a token to collect their belonging afresh later.
- When sportsperson, Pehelvan (wrestlers), celebrities, and youngsters started joining the protest, makeshift gyms were set up by Volunteer Aman so the sportsperson can workout and stay healthy and fit amidst protest.
- Regular Dental Camps, Pizza Langars, Blood test sites, Medicine camps, etc are also common sites at Singhu Border.
- At the moment, the langar every day sees 25 quintal rice, 20 quintal dal, and 10 quintal salt, with more donated every day. Cooks said they also make aloo gobi or aloo matar sabzi every day. And more ration keeps on pouring every day
What Day looks Like at Singhu?

Every morning, people pray. Shabad and religious rituals are a part of the routine at Life at Singhu. While some start ahead on making Chai and Pakora, others take bath and sit on Dharnas. They take turns with the kitchen duties and the screaming slogans of supporting the farmers. The speeches go on all day long, so does langars.

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Also, One cannot miss the horses stationed with Nihang Sikhs. The horses forms a barricade protecting the farmers, and every once in a while they showcase their skills and tricks as well for light entertainment.

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The horses are a “show of power” and often portrays the pride the Punjabi manifest. Young Teenage boys doing Gatka- ancient martial arts can also be spotted around.

Communal Harmony in the midst of the Protest

The most beautiful sight which can be seen at the protest is the langar of Zarda Pulao. Zarda is a dish associated with Muslim cultures mainly being cooked on special occasions like weddings. Zarda langar set up my Muslim community of Malerkotla is their way to show support to their Farmer brothers.

During the Partition in 1947, Malerkotla was the only district in Punjab that did not see any violence. the Muslim majority of Malerkotla opted to remain in India.

History says, when the sons of Guru Gobind Singh, Sahibzada Fateh Singh and Sahibzada Zorawar Singh, were ordered to be tortured by the governor of Sirhind, the nawab of Malerkotla, Sher Mohammed Khan, opposed the order, earning the respect, support, and blessings of the tenth Sikh guru.

Today, the newer generations are strengthening the message of Intercommunal brotherhood.

Take a Note…

Our intention is not to glorify the activities and the amenities available at Singhu. All we want to put a spotlight on is the Community Spirit and Unity of farmers. These are a mere example of “KisaanEkta”

As of now, adulthood has taught us that nothing around us ever is one-sided. There exists a silver lining everywhere.

All these things mentioned above may have provided some relief to protesters, but the protest ain’t end yet. The Nation had seen the brutal batoning done to farmers by the army men.

The Caravan Carnival is an outsider’s perception, but if one may go to the farmer and ask, had they ever imagined their life turning to be here, at the empty road, under the stars within these scenarios, amidst a Pandemic?

They don’t know when they will go back, they don’t know if the govt. will ever knell down or at least make a mind to listen to them without being biased. They don’t know if their lives will become the same ever again.

All they know now is, they are here. The Singhu border is their home until the three farm laws are withdrawn.

They are living in the Brutal and Harsh Delhi winter. They sleep on-road or under their tractors when the night temperature falls below 3 degrees. Just, picture in your head, an elderly farmer sleeping in the cold wintery night, for what? For the sake of his democratic right!!

Bear in mind, there have been deaths too. The singhu had seen 14 deaths in the two weeks. On average, one death per day.

The Nation is With You!

Every day thousands of more farmers and individuals come to join the protest. Although, I prefer to use the world revolution. Actor & Singer, Diljit Dosanjh has been backing up the protest since the beginning. From Twitter war with Kangna Ranuant, to giving savage answers to the people slamming Pizza langars, he has been a constant voice of farmers on Twitter. He was not merely a twitter warrior.

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He has himself experienced the life at Singhu for a day and has donated Rs. 1Cr for the cause and intention of distributing essentials to the protestors.

Diljit Dosanjh inspired people to stand for what you believe, Fearlessly.

Apart from him, many other Punjabi industry celebrities visited the Singhu border to show support to the farmers. Some of them are Gurdas Mann Ji, Babbu Mann Ji, Nooran Sisters, Gippy Grewal, Jassi Gill, Parmish Verma, Ranjit Bawa, Amrit Mann, Ammy Virk, and the list goes on…

Sportspersons like Boxer Vijender Singh and Cricketer Mandeep Singh– Captain of Kings XI Punjab along with many other athletes, wrestlers of Punjab and Harayana have also been part of the protest.

The famous 19-year old Melbourne based Punjabi Kudi and Spokesperson @moosejattana also have been actively participating in the protest.

9-Year old Child environmental Activist, Licypriya Kangujam from Manipur has also been staying at Singhu to be a part of the Protest.

NGOs like Khalsa Aid have been contributing a lot and helping these farmers live smoothly at the Border.

Another NGO – People Against Rapes in Inda (PARI) has been supplying the sanitary pads for the women protesters.

Support from Chandigarh

Most of the celebrities of Punjabi industries are from the city beautiful itself. Apart from them, Panjab University’s first women president Kanupriya joins the farmers’ protest at Singhu border.

NGO- @iamstillhumanofficial

Chandigarh Based NGO – I am still Human is constantly standing with the farmers. The founder of I am still Human, Mr. Vivek Mehra, and his team is making regular visits at the Singhu border to donate blankets, sanitary pads, masks, sanitizers, toothpaste, and other essentials.

Chandigarh based famous Hip-Hop Duo Kru172 has been camping at the Singhu border for a week. They have been updating all the insider information from the protest site on their official Twitter and Instagram handles @kru172

From sleeping under the stars to experiencing rains & storms, they have been standing with the farmers with their total-commitment. The duo is known for their one-of-kind music and has a huge fan base outside India. Recently, in the support of the protest and nationwide boycott of Reliance products as called by the BKU, they took down their music from JioSaavn.

@Kru172

Hailing from the family of farmers, their support, dedication, and involvement in the protest deserves an applaud.

Of course, the list of Supporters and Protesters is endless. The agitation of the protest is increasing day by day. The farmers are ready to make singhu their new home as long as it takes the government to kneel. While the government is in no mood to make some serious decisions.

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Also, the Media and MLAs are just enjoying the show and trolls with popcorns in one hand and coke in the other.

Are we seriously living in the Democratic World?
20 Free and Fun Things to do this weekend

Tired of spending the same old weekend going to the same old places in the city. This weekend let’s pledge together to do some offbeat activities which you had rarely done before.

1. Attend a Bachata Dance class

You may not have time going to Salsa or Bachata classes every day, but you sure can spare one hour once a week to do that. Open google and fin the nearest bachata class. Most dance studios give a Free first Demo class. And trust me, there is plenty of Bachata dance studio around Tricity.

2. Learn to Juggle

You can always grab some empty bottles or balls or oranges and try your hand at juggling. Although Please beware of Your Mummyji!!

3. Listen to some podcasts.

We absorb what we hear and when we listen to a podcast, we fully concentrate on the words. There is some great podcast available both in English and Hindi on various platforms like Google Podcast, Spotify, etc. Go check them out now!

4. Host a poker party

Not that we encourage you to gamble, but once in a while calling your friends over for a fun PatteBaazi night can make your weekend fun-tastic.

5. Teach yourself a card trick

Open up youtube and teach yourself a card trick, after all, you need something to show yourself off in front of your friends. Try learning basic shuffles like riffle first, and then move to the advanced.

6. Plant a Plant in a Pot

What could be a better way to connect to your inner self via connecting to mother eart

h. Buy yourself a small plant and some gardening soil. Wear an old t-shirt and dive into the process of sowing a seed/plantlet. You will feel calm and content from the inside.

7. Go Bicycling

If you are outdoorsy, you can go to sukhna for bicycling. Now Chandigarh has even installed Smart bike all over the city. All you gotta do is download the app, unlock the bike, ride it around the city and leave it on any docking stations. Check this article for more details.

8. Do a ‘bill reduction.’

What’s more fun than saving some money. Check your past month’s transactions and make a list of No- No’s for yourself. You can always call the bank for getting credit card transaction reduction offers or other promotional benefits.

Disclaimer- This could be fun as well as stressful if you know what I mean. So, Handle yourself with care!

9. Make 30 things in 30 weeks list

All over the week, we think all the what-ifs of the world and on weekends we just sleep it off. Come on! It’s time to take action on making all of your “I wanna do this..” true. Grab a pen and make a list. Paste it on your wall. Do one task every Sunday till every item on the list get’s crossed.

10. Call your School Buddy

Everybody had their desk partners cum best friends in their kindergarten. Have you ever wonder where they are today? Find them on social media and drop a message. Or better! Give them a call.

11. Make a time capsule

I have watched in Netflix’s films people doing this time capsule thingy! It’s a great way to preserve some memories in the age of digital content. All you gotta do is, grab a box (wooden/metal/plastic) put some of your favorite things inside, small souvenirs you would like to preserve. It could be a photo, keychain, or anything. Add a message for a future self. And just bury this box in the ground somewhere.

You can open your time capsule 5 or 10 years later to cherish your older self.

12. Scan your old pictures

Go through all of your old pictures and adore the way you have grown. Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, intellectually. Recall the journey you have been on and look how far you have come.

13. Do some networking

Spend an afternoon on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram not just scrolling the feed, but as interacting with people. Drop random messages and craft emails to the companies or people who inspire you. This is how we create opportunities for ourselves.

14. Invite friends over to your place for Gup Shupp

Just call a bunch of your friends, and invite them over for catching up on each other’s life.

15. Join a book club or start one

If you like reading and don’t find the time to read a book in your busy corporate job, joining a Sunday book club is your answer. Dig deep on Facebook to find book clubs near you. If you can’t find any, just start one yourself. It ain’t that difficult.

16. Plan a picnic lunch in the park

Winter Sun and Sunday brunch! Ain’t these sounds a lovely combination? Pac yourself some fruits, Grab a sheet, and head over to the nearest park to spend an afternoon in sun. You can also carry your book/magazine to read while you are there.

17. Host a movie marathon

Netflix and chill, the favorite way of millions to spend time. Ultimately we all end up spending our day watching web series and shows. Get a little organized people. If that;’s what you wanna do, at; east do it perfectly. Decide on the shows and movies a night before. Stock up the fridge with snacks and coke. Call a friend over and do a movie marathon properly.

18. Pamper yourself with at home Mani-Pedi

It’s time you should start paying more attention to your hands and feet. And this is for all the guys and the Girls. Winters tend to chap our skin out. This Sunday, pamper yourself with DIY Manicure and Pedicure.

19. Read a book

Writing and reading decrease our sense of isolation. They deepen and widen and expand our sense of life: They feed the soul. Movies often are outlined from books, but it still lacks many elements. Dive yourself into the magical world of books this weekend.

20. Just, Relax

Relax and feed your soul with whatever you want. This is a day for you and only you.
NewsBytes: Bicycle Sharing Project launched in Chandigarh

The bicycle-sharing project has started in Chandigarh today as a pilot project under the “Cycles4Change Challenge”. It has cycles on a half-hourly payment basis. Chandigarh is one of the 95 cities in the country taking part in the challenge to make city dwellers cycle-friendly and increase zero-carbon mobility. It will be launched with 25 docking stations and 250 bicycles.

SmartBike Mobility assisted Chandigarh with this bicycling sharing project. The company had already set up smart bikes in cities like Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad.

For smart bikes, the taker will have to pay Rs 5 for half an hour for cycling and Rs 10 for non-members. The cycles will never get punctured. Nor the air is required to fill in the tires.

These will have 60 e-bicycles and 40 pedal bicycles, with GPS installed, non-members will be alerted as soon as they are out of range

Bicycles Cost:

The price of smartbike electric is rumored to be purchased around 65 thousand by the company, while the price of a pedaled bicycle is said to be 30 thousand. All these will be controlled by the company’s centralized control room. The server room will be in Hyderabad. Later it will be shifted to the city here soon.

Cycles will Beep when they go out of range

If a non-member comes out of the range of the area with a bicycle, the beep will start ringing at all the docking stations. The company’s field staff will take the bicycle and catch the fleeing person on the spot. A presentation has been given by Advisor cum Chairman Smart City Limited on behalf of Chandigarh Smart City Limited regarding this project.

Money will be deducted from Fleeting Non-members account

Non-members will have to download the Smart Bike Mobility app after scanning the QR code on the docking station mounted. Your Aadhaar number has to be written in the app. After this, the cycle number has to be written, then the lock will open from the docking station of the bicycle. You can go to the designated area by bicycle. By accessing the docking station there, the lock of the bicycle can be closed through the app. There will be a deduction of money from there. Non-member half an hour will deduct 10 rupees.

Membership is also available

If you apply for membership, the money will get deducted from the smart cards.

Multiple Docking Stations around the City

Docking centers were built in front of RBI in Sector-17 of the city, in front of TDI Mall, near Batra Building, Punjab University, PGI, GMSH-16, Punjab-Haryana High Court, Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, Sector-22 Mobile Market Will go Where the bicycle can be taken and kept.
Teach your Kids Traffic rules at earliest, in Children Traffic Park Sector 23, Chandigarh
Most of the Bollywood films portray India’s roads jammed with Auto-rickshaw waala’s, Cars honking continuously, A motorbiker sweeping his way through the road blockade, cattle mooing right in the middle of the road. Now, there is no “Do you wonder, why?” here, because it is the truth. The truth of India. Do you know, India is informally called “the accident capital of the world”

Thankfully, we Chandigarhians don’t face these crises much. We face least of Traffic jams. But wait! Don’t give credits to yourself people. The sole credit goes to Le Corbusier’s for this ultimate and organized planning of the city. Just imagine, if the city’s layout had not been this, what would have your life been?

Come on, Visualise yourself cussing in that road rage! It’s horrible right! Now, imagine your kids living in other cities and cussing in these same road rage scenarios. It’s literal hell for them every day.

Let’s Cut to the Chase

There are two reasons behind India being the Traffic and accident capital of the world.
- Firstly, half of the people don’t even know about the exact traffic rules and penalties.
- Second, others couldn’t care less as the first half is already breaking the rules.
The real problem stems from the early years of our upbringings. As kids, we are not well taught about the importance of the Traffic Rules. And Let’s say we did, but we never make rules as a part of our knowledge, because we never witness our parents doing the same. How many of you have seen adults wearing helmets outside Tricity? I have never spotted a single person wearing the helmet in small towns like Kurali, Morinda, Ropar, and even in Kharar. Because we simply couldn’t care less.

Educate the Next Generation

India does have strict traffic laws, but most of us are ignorant about them. Some of us Millenials are parents right now.

It’s time to reprogram our minds. It’s time to understand that it’s not about “getting away with it” but about personal safety against road mishaps.

Learn Traffic rules and teach your kids as well. It’s our duty to teach our kids a sense of responsibility towards the traffic rules.

Spend a day with your kid at Children Traffic Park

Make your kid learn the rules of the road in a playful manner. Chandigarh’s Children Traffic Park in Sector 23 is designed for the sole purpose. The park was developed in 2009 in the area of approximately 12 acres for the sole purpose of teaching traffic rules to children. The park highlights traffic signals at various points along with tricky lead-out paths to imitate real-life road scenarios. You can easily spot kids learning bicycle with their training wheels inside this park.

Even the elderly enjoy the surreal walks through the beautifully laid out paths in the early morning and late evenings.

Children’s traffic park also houses a traffic police cell that conducts workshops and training on the awareness of traffic rules. The schools of Tricity often organize educational field trips to the children’s traffic park.

Related: Driving Stimulator installed at the Chandigarh Traffic Park

What To Expect

Rows of tall and exotic green trees, beautiful bushes of flowers, and a serene view for spending a perfect Day out. Tracks displaying the Traffic signals and signboards to let children understand the meaning and importance of each traffic symbol. Tricky and playful tracks with bridges, U-turns, overpass, underpass, blind curve, one-way routes, blinkers, stop signs, sharp turns, and everything that could imitate the real road scenarios. Take your kids bicycling in the park and make learning the traffic rules more fun.

The Idea Behind Children Traffic Park

Chandigarh’s Traffic police want to convey the message of three E’s -Enforcement, Engineering, and Education. School-age is a perfect age when our minds perceive things with an ethical and innocent perspective. It’s the right time to make kids aware of the adult life scenarios they could face in their life. By training in Children Traffic Park, they will learn to be careful during driving, riding, and using roads. Lack of required knowledge results in accidents and casualties. Do you want to die for a silly reason like not putting on a seatbelt? The parks want to train kids, after all, they are the future of the country.

Department of Motor Vehicles Test

Apart from being a city’s attraction, the park also conducts DMV Test at noon. You can easily spot people waiting in Queue for their driver’s test.

Earlier the average waiting time for the DMV test tends to be 5 hours. Imagine 5 hours standing in Queue in the scorching heat! Now, Chandigarh UT administration has launched a web portal for booking an online appointment for the regular driving test. Visit their official website or call their helpline number 1860 180 2067 for any assistance.

Keep a lookout on…

In June 2018, Chandigarh Traffic Police Wing organized its first-ever Road Safety Summer Camp. The camp saw, the trainers taught the kids about road safety. They also witnessed the functioning of CCTV cameras and the Challenging Branch at Sector 29 traffic lines. They were awarded certificates. The park keeps organizing such activities. Click here to know more.

Timings:

The park timings are 8 AM to 6 PM

Driving tests for children are also conducted thrice a week and its time is set between 9 AM to 10 AM.

For DMV, The timings are from 9 AM to 12 PM morning and 2 PM to 4 PM evening Monday to Friday at the same venue.

For more information and updates, do follow us on ChandigarhBytes.
7 Places where you can enjoy IPL season with a loud cheer!

This season, Cricket fans can’t feel the thrill of cheering for their favorite teams from inside the stadium because of the great 2020 Coronavirus Crisis. The Indian premier league has moved from India to Dubai. Even in Dubai, stadiums will be deserted as no spectators are being allowed there as well. The IPL crew is forced to use pre-recorded cheers for this season. As much as the players are missing the fans, the fans are also dying to be part of the cricket rush. The only option left is to watch the IPL 2020 is on screens.

Although, the screens could be anywhere from the four walls of the living room to in between the loud cheers of the pubs and bars. Experience the feel of watching the match inside the Stadium along with some delicious food and chilled beer.

Head to these places that are hosting IPL 2020 screenings in Chandigarh

1. The Lalit

Get the premium live cricket experience with your family and friends at The Lalit.

Where: Kitty Su, The Lalit, Rajiv Gandhi IT Park, Near DLF Commercial Complex, Chandigarh.

Price: Cover charge of 499 will be collected at the venue- reedeemable against food and beverages.

Contact:  0172 300 7777

2. The Reef sector 7

Where: SCO 40 Sector 7-C, Sector 7 Backside, Madhya Marg, Chandigarh, 160019

Price: 1200/- approx

Contact: 9804262000

3. The Great Bear Kitchen & Microbrewery

Where: SCO 32, Madhya Marg, Sector 26, Chandigarh, 160026

Price: 1600/- approx

Contact:  085588 02630

4. The Brew Estate

Where: 308, Elante Mall, Industrial Area Phase I, Chandigarh, 160002

Price: 2000/- approx

Contact:  098887 88887

5. Hops n grains

Where: SCO 358, Sector 9, Panchkula, Haryana 134109

Price: 2000/- approx

Contact: 080549 23857

6. Poison

Where: SCO 45, 46 & 47, Sector 17A, 17D, Sector 17, Chandigarh, 160017

Price: 1000/- approx

Contact: 095924 77777

7. The Jungle bar

Where: Chandigarh Haveli, Kalagram, Chandigarh, 16010

Price: 1200/- approx

Contact: 099887 20330
The Palm Oil Myths and Facts You NEED to Know
The first thing that comes in our mind after listening to Palm Oil is “its a bad oil for our health’. Have you ever feel that too, if yes then you need to clear your facts about palm oil. Recently, I attended an event about Palm Oil which is organized by the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) and represented by Bhavna Shah, Country Head (India & Sri Lanka) MPOC.

Bhavna Shah, Country Head (India & Sri Lanka) MPOC

Bhavna Shah, Country Head (India & Sri Lanka) MPOC Before this event, I never realised that we’re actually consuming palm oil indirectly via so many other food & beverages. And This event cleared many myths and facts about palm oil.

What is Palm Oil:

It’s an edible vegetable oil that comes from the fruit of palm oil trees, the scientific name is Elaeis guineensis. Two types of oil can be produced; crude palm oil comes from squeezing the fleshy fruit, and palm kernel oil which comes from crushing the kernel (Seed) in the middle of the fruit. Palm oil is the most widely consumed vegetable oil on the planet, found in many products i.e. Frozen Desserts, Cookies, Instant Noodles, lipstick, soaps, detergents, Shampoo and even in ice cream. Palm oil is in nearly everywhere – it’s in close to 50% of products then why there is a fuss about it. The simple answer to this is “People are not aware about it” less awareness leads to myths & misconceptions. So Let’s check some interesting facts and myths of palm oil people don’t know about.

Myths & Facts About Palm Oil
- It is not good for health: In actual, Palm oil has many health benefits, including protecting brain function, reducing heart disease risk factors and also improving vitamin A status.
- Palm oil is harmful to the environment: The fact that the entire country of Malaysia, one of the world’s leading palm oil producers, is a net carbon sink meaning that it does not contribute to greenhouse gases. Malaysian palm oil has been produced sustainably and responsibly for more than 100 years, and its forest cover is actually increasing.
- Palm oil is unhealthy because it is high in saturated fat: Palm oil has higher levels of saturated fat compared with other plant oils such as olive oil and sunflower oil. Saturated fat is commonly found in animal fats and excessive consumption can raise total blood cholesterol levels, which can raise the risk of heart disease. However, it also contains mono-unsaturated fats and small amounts of polyunsaturated fats, which are generally considered “good” fats that can help improve blood cholesterol levels and decrease our risk of heart disease.
The event was organised in Sip ‘n’ dine’ banquet hall Chandigarh. After her session there were few fun activities lined up and all related with palm oil. For fun activities went to 2-3 different-different nearby restaurants. We all were divided into team of 5. The first activity was at Crazy Town restaurant where we had to solve the questionnaire related to palm oil. Then for the second activity, we went to The SafeHouse Lounge, sector 26 Chandigarh, where we need to do blindfolded food tasting & figure out food ingredient. The main thing about this blindfolded tasting is the food, where palm oil is used instead of olive oil or any other. After eating food made of palm oil I couldn’t feel any difference while having the same food that I eat on a regular basis with any other oils. In the third activity, we got a few ingredients & palm oil and need to make a salad. Our team made a salad and gave the name to it “ Tiranga Basket Salad” at The finch restaurant. We also used raw palm oil for Salad dressing and I was surprised that it increased the taste of Salad. And the last activity was again at Sip ‘n’ dine where we’ve to finish frozen dessert which was again made with palm oil, Chocolate items like Ferro Rosher, Hide & Seek, Choco Fills and Nutella. Overall, we had a great day with some learning session about Palm Oil & its benefits. The conclusion of the event and what I learnt that “The lack of awareness about anything leads to myths & misconceptions.” Palm oil is bad for health due to myths in our society. Negativity spread too fast then positivity, the same has happened with Palm Oil. For more information, check out http://www.mpoc.org.in/
Upcoming Events in Chandigarh September 2018
Are you looking for an upcoming event in Chandigarh for August and September 2018 month? If yes then here you will get all the details of events that will happen in August and September months. So are you ready to know?

Upcoming Events in Chandigarh August & September 2018

#1 Vasudha 2018

Location: Sector 34 Exhibition Ground, Sector 34 A, Chandigarh

Date: August 24, 2018, to September 23, 2018

Timings: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Ticket Price: Starts from Rs. 20

Contact:
- 7696093456
- amitktyagi@vasudhaevent.com
- www.vasudhaevent.com
Vasudha is the biggest event of Chandigarh. An event that host national and international culture, art craft & youth convention. The main motive of this event is to promote the tourism in Chandigarh.

It will be an event where UTs and states will participate to showcase their traditional values, culture, heritage, art, and craft. At the minimal fees of Rs. 20, you are able to explore almost lots of place without going anywhere. This event is conducted by Vasudha Event Management Co.

Highlights:
- 5,20,000 sq/feet area
- Amusement park with 40+ Unique Rides
- 50+ Food Cuisines
- 630+ brands from real estate, adventure, handloom, wedding, immigrations sectors, auto, travel, sports, lifestyle, education and more.
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#2 Pool Salsa Social | The Village – Chandigarh

Location: The Village – Chandigarh, Opp. Open Hand, Pabhat By Lane, Chandigarh -Zirakpur Barrier Chandigarh, India 160017

Date: 19th August 2018

Timings: 07:30pm – 10:30pm

Ticket Price: Free (By registration only)

Contact:
- 7087420933
- zeeshanrang@gmail.com
- www.salsachandigarh.com
Are you planning to visit Goa? If you are planning it for years then hope you will visit your dream place soon but for now, we have something special for you. Here is a great chance to enjoy sun, beach, palm trees, pool and hot Latin beats in Chandigarh. Turn your evening special with dancing, party, and splash. You can expect an amazing mix of Latin music hits and classics of bachata, Kizomba, salsa and more.

#3 Run The Night Glow Run 4

Location: CAPITOL COMPLEX, Chandigarh

Date: 22nd September 2018

Timing: 6:00PM – 10:00pm

Entry Fees: Depends on the type of activity you choose. Read below for more information.

Run the Night Glow Run was started in 2015 and the current one of the most popular night running events in Chandigarh. Last year more than 320 participants from all over the country and border participate in this mega event.

This year event is categorized in four categories; An RFID chip-timed international standard half-marathon dubbed ‘Run The Night’, a 5 km ‘Glow Run’, a chip-timed competitive 10.55 km quarter marathon and a 2 km walk. Last two are recent additions.

Run The Night Glow Run grabs lots of attention because it is a great chance to enjoy the landscape of the city beautiful at the night and running along with other participants is itself a unique experience.

21K ‘Run The Night’ Half Marathon

Age Limit: 18 years and above

Registration Fees: Rs.1200/- till 30th June, Rs.1700/- till 31st July and Rs.1800/- thereafter.

Benefits:
- Superior dry fit t-shirt
- Refreshments and en-route hydration
- RFID technology enabled accurate chip-time
- High-quality photographs on the website
- A Medal and a certificate for every finisher
10.55 km Quarter Marathon

Age Limit: 18 years and above

Registration Fees: Rs.1000/- till 30th June, Rs.1500/- till 31st July and Rs.1600/- thereafter.

Benefits:
- Superior dry fit t-shirt
- Refreshments and en-route hydration
- RFID technology enabled accurate chip-time
- High quality photographs on website
- A Medal and a certificate for every finisher
5 km ‘Glow Run’

Registration Fees: Rs. 800/- till 30th June, Rs. 1000/- till 31st July and Rs. 1200/- thereafter

Age Limit: Open to all
- Superior dry fit t-shirt
- Refreshments and en-route hydration
- High quality photographs on website
- A Medal and a certificate for every finisher
2 km ‘Glow Walk’

Registration Fees: Rs. 800/- till 30th June, Rs. 1000/- till 31st July and Rs. 1200/- thereafter

Age Limit: Open to all
- Superior dry fit t-shirt
- Refreshments and en-route hydration
- High quality photographs on website
- A Medal and a certificate for every finisher
#4 Beardo-Thon Chandigarh 2018 (2nd Edition)

Entry Fees: Starts from Rs. 200

Date: 9 September 2018

Timing: 5:30AM – 9:30 AM

Beardo-Thon is a Run & Raise Awareness on Men’s Health & Cancer. To participate in the marathon you don’t have to be a professional athlete. The event is hosted by Bharat Beard Club and managed by Thrill Zone.

21km & 10km

Participants will get:
- T-Shirt
- Medal & Certificate
- Refreshments,
- BIB with Timing Chip
5 km
- T-Shirt
- Medal & Certificate
- Refreshments
- BIB
Prizes – Prizes will be distributed among top 3 winners – For 21 km and 10 km marathon, top 2 winners will get cash prize and 3rd position holder will get goodies.

Facilities at the event:
- Medical Team
- Physiotherapist Team
- Ambulance
- Baggage Counter
- Professional Photography Team
- Hydration Points
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The Perfect Location For Your Pre Wedding Shoot in Chandigarh

Searching for Pre wedding shoot Location in Chandigarh bumped into the right place. Know” The Perfect Location” for your Pre wedding shoot, book a Photographer you love and you are ready to go……..

Perfect Place for Pre wedding shoot in Chandigarh

Rose Garden

Well Chandigarh has many beautiful gardens were a Pre wedding shoot can be done. Rose Garden is one of the most opted ones for shoots as beauty is different from all the other gardens. It is located in Sector 16 Chandigarh.

Rock Garden

Rock garden is a sculpture garden by Nek Chand. There is a unique quality that this garden has made it very popular. It has man-made waterfalls and sculptures made out of waste material attracting couples for their shoot.

Japanese Garden

Japanese Garden is located in Sector 31 Chandigarh. This garden consists of certain points were a pre wedding shoot could be perfect like Pagoda towers, waterfalls, Buddha idol and great bamboos.

The Fort Ramgarh

Ramgarh Fort is located on National Highway 73, Opposite Sector 28, Panchkula. The Fort has splendid ambience which transports you to Rajput tradition. Pre wedding shoot at this fort could be the best.

Golf Club

Chandigarh Golf Club located in the south of Sukhna Lake adjacent to the residence of Sector 6 Chandigarh. Golf Club is lined by thick mango, jamun, eucalyptus and kikar orchards making it attractive for shooting.

Sylvan Villa, Dharampur

Sylvan Villa is a perfect retreat, the rooms are meticulously decorated. The property gives a proper panoramic view of the valley of the young fold Himalayas enhancing its beauty. It is an ultimate location for a pre wedding shoot.

Pinjore Garden

Pinjore gardens in Panchkula are an example of the Mughal Garden style. The garden has been laid in seven gardens, the gate opening into the highest first terrace which has a palace called Shish Mahal. King style shoot will give your pictures a different flavour.

Sukhna Lake

Sukhna Lake the most attracting tourist spot can also be the premier place for your Pre wedding shoot in the morning. Lake has its own charm with a dynamic view. The sunset and sunrise sight is amazing giving another aspect.

Leisure Valley

Leisure Valley in Sector 10 Chandigarh is another popular place with green flashy trees. The valley is full of greenery making it a perfect location to get best pictures clicked.

As it winter time, winters correspond to wedding season. This wedding season packs your beautiful dresses, get dolled up and go for your Pre wedding shoot. ENJOY YOUR SHOOT!!

19 + Pre Wedding Shoot Location in Chandigarh & Nearby

Check out our video for more location & some pics of pre wedding shoot in Chandigarh.
Best 5 Star Hotels in Chandigarh with Price & Details

Visiting Chandigarh is one of the biggest wishes of any traveler and why not who don’t want to visit the city which is titled City Beautiful. Chandigarh is a calm city which let you taste every type of experience then no matter whether you want to enjoy the nightlife, meet new people, enjoy the closeness to nature and more. Now if you have already planned to visit Chandigarh then obviously your prime concern is staying. Well, don’t worry we help you with top 5 star hotels in Chandigarh. No doubt there are many hotels in Chandigarh but when it comes or amenities and luxuriousness no one can beat 5 star hotels right? Considering this we are providing here top 5 star hotels in Chandigarh which are not just affordable but help you to make best out of your Chandigarh visit.

Top 5 Star Hotels in Chandigarh

Taj Chandigarh

Location: Block No. 9, Section 17-A, Chandigarh, 160017

Taj Chandigarh is one of the finest and 5 star hotels in Chandigarh. It is located at a distance of 15 km from Chandigarh International Airport, 9 km away from the Chandigarh Railway station, 14 km away from the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar Railway Station, and just 7 km away from Elante, Chandigarh’s largest mall.

Taj features multi-level retro themed Lava bar with a live band and DJ. Apart from it, this 5 star hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with sunbeds.

Taj Chandigarh has total 149 luxurious rooms and suites from where you can get a view of the breathtaking rose garden. Each room is equipped with a movable work table, minibar, 2 line direct-dial telephones, full-length glass windows, and a tea/coffee maker. It also features an en-suite bathroom with forest essential bath amenities and bathtub.

Taj Chandigarh has in-house so many dine-in options that you hardly want to go outside. It offers Black Lotus serving Oriental cuisine, Dera serving Indian cuisine, and all day dining multi-cuisine restaurant Café 17. People book Taj Chandigarh to cater meetings, conferences, and social events.

For fitness freaks, it is a fully equipped fitness center. Within the premises, there is a 24×7 operating business center too. Tour or travel desk, express check-in and check-out, parking facility, and laundry like amenities are provided by the property.

Now talking about the distance of Taj Chandigarh from some of the major tourist attraction then it is just 1 km away from Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, 5 km away from Sukhna Lake, and 23 km away from Yadavindra Gardens Pinjore.

Price for 1 night: Rs. 6,000

Highlights: Wi-Fi, parking, room service, swimming pool

Amenities: Jacuzzi, restaurant, health club, internet access

JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh

Location: Plot no: 6, Sector 35-B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh 160121

JW Marriot is a great option when you want to stay in 5 star hotel in Chandigarh. Let us tell you a fact about it. Earlier team India or celebrities prefer to stay in Taj Chandigarh but after the entry of JW Marriott Indian cricket team and other celebrities prefer to stay in JW Marriott. So what makes it a new choice?

Well, one of the biggest reason in it is situated in the city’s business district which is 2 KM away from Chandigarh Bus Terminus and 6 km away from Sukhna Lake.

It features an outdoor rooftop pool from where you can enjoy the view of the city.

JW Marriot has a total of 159 rooms and suites spread across six floors. Apart from that its one of the major attraction is Brew House 35 that offers local specialty beers in a lively atmosphere.

JW Marriot’s every room featured with amenities like touchscreen controls in room, tea/coffee maker, soundproof windows, in-room safe, complimentary bottled water, and mini-bar. It also has a separate shower, bathtub, and marble bathroom with a lighted mirror.

JW Marriot has Quan Spa that offers massage, beauty treatments, and Ayurvedic therapies. Like Taj, it also features fully equipped fitness center moreover it has 3 multi-cuisine restaurants, two events room to organize meeting and conference.

JW Marriot is 12 km away from the Chandigarh Airport, 11 km away from the Chandigarh Railway Station. Now coming to the distance from major tourist attractions then it is 2 KM away from Terrace Garden, 4 km away from Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, and 25 km away from PInjore Garden.

Price for 2 nights: Rs. 13,996

Highlights: Wi-Fi, parking, room service, swimming pool

Amenities: Restaurant, health club, internet access, laundry facility

The LaLit Chandigarh

Location: Rajiv Gandhi IT Park, Near DLF Commercial Complex, Chandigarh, 160101

The LaLit Chandigarh overlook the Shivalik mountain range and located near Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park which is one of the biggest business hubs. The LaLit Chandigarh is one of the most prestigious 5 star hotels in Chandigarh.

The LaLit Chandigarh is an ideal hotel which you love to choose if you want to take a break from all the worries and tension in your life. major tourist attractions like Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden, and Rock Garden are easily accessible from this property.

This hotel offers well appointed with a well-equipped conference room, free parking, banquet facility, and airport transfer at a surcharge. In-house there are a variety of options to enjoy mouth-watering cuisines.

One of the major attraction of The LaLit Chandigarh is its rooms which are beautifully designed and well furnished with amenities like wardrobe, double bed with a laundered bed sheet, television with premium channels, Wi-Fi, iron board on request, make-up mirror, tidy premium bathroom attached with cold and hot running water.

Price for 2 nights: Rs. 13,068

Highlights: Wi-Fi, parking, room service, breakfast service

Amenities: Swimming pool, restaurant, health club, fitness center.

Hyatt Regency

Location: 178, Phase – I, Industrial Area Phase I, Chandigarh, 160002

Hyatt Regency is one of the newest 5 star hotels in Chandigarh that offer luxury accommodation, featuring state of the art facilities and conveniences. In terms of value-added services, you can avail chargeable breakfast service and free internet access within the premises.

Major tourist attraction Dariya Reserved Forest is just 4 km away from the property. Hyatt Regency is a 6 storey building that comprises a total of 211 well-equipped, fully furnished, centrally air-conditioned rooms.

Some of the notable in-room amenities include television, mini-bar, separate seating area, temperature control system, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and toiletries, tea/coffee maker, and workstation.

Hyatt Regency has an in-house variety of restaurants that offer multi-cuisine, coffee shop, and a bar lounge. Additionally a banquet hall, spa center, health club, gift shop, swimming pool, exhibit space, Jacuzzi, and business center are also available.

Amenities such as travel counter, elevator, currency exchange, limousine service, 24 hour front desk, luggage storage space, airport transportation (surcharge), round the clock room service, security and concierge are also provided.

Now let’s talk how far it is from major places. Hyatt Regency is 10 km away from the Chandigarh International Airport, 10 km from Patiala Ki Rao Reserved Forest, 5 km away from Sukhna Lake, 8 km from Leisure Valley, 0.5 km away from Elante Mall, 8 km from Chandigarh Railway Station, and 7 km from Chandigarh Bus Terminus.

Price for 2 nights: Rs. 8,400

Highlights: Parking, breakfast service, room service, swimming pool

Amenities: Jacuzzi, massage, poolside bar, bar

Hotel Mountview

Location: Sector 10, Chandigarh – 160011. INDIA, Chandigarh, 160011

Hotel Mountview is a well-maintained property that offers a host of comfort and conveniences which generally required for a pleasant stay.

Talking about the nearby attractions it is just 1.7 km away from Rose Garden, .26 km away from Government Museum and Art Gallery, 1.32 km away from Musical Fountain, and 1.50 km away from Shanti Kunj.

Hotel Mountview offers wide range of amenities like pool room service, restaurant, free parking, fitness , centre with gym / workout room, free internet, bar/lounge, spa, breakfast included, room service, free parking, business centre with internet access, wheelchair access, airport transportation, dry cleaning, meeting rooms, laundry service, banquet room, conference facilities, concierge, and multilingual staff.

Hotel Mountview is one of the best and affordable 5 star hotels in Chandigarh that offer various things to do like pool, restaurant, fitness center with gym/workout room, bar/lounge, spa, outdoor pool, and hot tub.

Price for 1 night: Rs. 4,117

Highlights: Parking, breakfast service, room service, swimming pool

Amenities: Spa, massage, poolside bar, pool

So these are the top 5 star hotels in Chandigarh. If you have any opinion or question about above mentioned 5 star hotels in Chandigarh then let us know in the below comment section.
Best Pics of Chandigarh Map & City Beautiful

Most of you know that Chandigarh is planned by Le Corbusier, a famous French architect but how many of you know that Chandigarh is the dream city of Sh. Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. Chandigarh is a union territory in India that serves as the capital of Punjab and Haryana but the amazing fact is Chandigarh is governed directly by the Union Government. Here instead of going too deep in Chandigarh history, we want you to introduce the beauty of Chandigarh using best pics of Chandigarh map & city beautiful. But wait before going further check out some quick facts about Chandigarh the beautiful city.

The area of Chandigarh is 114 Km² or 44 sq mi. If you compare its size in front of India’s other states then it ranks in 34th position.

Chandigarh is one of the hottest travel destinations in India where tourist not just come all over from India but from all over the world. The city has a humid subtropical climate which means it has seasonal rhythm; mild winters, very hot summers, and unreliable rainfall.

City beautiful is covered by dense eucalyptus and banyan plantation. Cassia, Ashoka, mulberry and other trees also are the major part of the city. It has forest surrounding that is a home for many plant and animal species. Parrots, peacocks, deer, barking deer, sambars, woodpeckers, etc. inhabit the protected forest. The famous Sukhna Lake hosts a number of species of geese and ducks. This lake attracts a variety of migratory birds from parts of Japan and Siberia in the winter season that’s the reason why most of the professional and amateur photographers love to visit Sukhna Lake to capture amazing moments in their camera. Now have a look on a beauty of city beautiful by checking out best pics of Chandigarh map.

Chandigarh In Map Of India

This is where Chandigarh situated on a map of India. The pointing red arrow is Chandigarh the beautiful city.

Chandigarh Map With Sectors

Chandigarh is divided into sectors and there are total 56 sectors in Chandigarh beyond this number all sectors belongs to Mohali. Another crazy fact is you can’t find the sector 13 in Chandigarh because 13 number is considered as unlucky.

Chandigarh Map Sector 17

Sector 17 is the major attraction of Chandigarh. It is the center of the city. It is considered to be the ‘Pedestrian’s Paradise’. A great place for party animals, fun lovers, and shopaholics.

Chandigarh Geographical Map

If you are looking for a Chandigarh geographical map then here is exactly what you are looking for. Don’t you think it has fewer details? Well, keep scrolling to get a detailed map.

Chandigarh Satellite Map

This is how Chandigarh satellite map looks like. We know the rectangular boxes or boundaries already amazed you. Yes, this is how each rectangle denotes a sector.

Chandigarh in Aerial Views

Check out some breathtaking aerial views of Chandigarh. You can’t enjoy such view until and unless you hire any helicopter or you have a drone. Anyways till you arrange them have a look at some amazing aerial views.

Chandigarh Aerial View #1

Chandigarh Aerial View #2

Chandigarh Aerial View #3

Sector 51 Aerial View

Sector 17 Aerial View

Rock Garden Aerial View

Kaimwala Aerial View

Chandigarh Group of Colleges Aerial View

Capitol Complex Aerial View

Beautiful Pics of Chandigarh City

If you are not getting over from aerial views of Chandigarh then here are some beautiful pics of Chandigarh city which you love to watch.

Street View of Sector 26

If you love street view then you will be glad to know that Chandigarh’s sector 26 has a street view click here to explore the sector 26.

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