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In 2005,  Brad Neuberg, a dreamer, and fearless entrepreneur coined the term “coworking” as a shared office space on the launch of  the first coworking space in San Francisco. Coworking space is a place where virtual workers enjoy the absence of corporate limitations and restrictions. In addition, it offers flexible memberships meeting their business and personal requirements.

A very famous quote says,

“Coworking offers more freedom, independence, possibilities for self-realization and overall more freedom of choice than other forms  of work. 

~Carsten Foertsch, Deskmag

What is Flow Workspaces?

What strikes your mind when you think about Flow Workspaces? Of course, Flow Workspace is about sharing infrastructure and cost but it’s also a melting pot of open social interaction, collaboration, fun, creativity, accessibility, and sustainability.

Flow Workspaces

Being an entrepreneur, I always wanted a workspace where I could think creatively and implement it in the best possible way. My vision led me to start this idea with the purpose of providing the best working space for individuals thriving in the corporate world. 

The place is located in the heart of Mohali and is easily accessible from all major locations of Chandigarh, Tricity.

Why is Coworking Space important?

To work alongside strangers can be scary but so fruitful. One of the best reasons to work from a coworking space are mentioned below:

Ideal space for entrepreneurs 

Coworking spaces provide small businesses, independent contractors and other workers a space to work, network and participate in the local business community. 

A source of Social Interaction

source of Social Interaction at Flow Workspace

Perfect foundation for startups and entrepreneurs. It gives the possibility to both scale up and scale down the number of team members depending on their needs. Freelancers can enjoy the freedom of coworking policy. They can decide where and when to work, staying in the office environment and being a part of a productive community that unites people with a similar mindset.

Improves Work-Life balance

It is extremely crucial and important for everyone to understand the importance of separating home and work. With a co-working space or a serviced office, it is much easier to separate the two as you can physically “leave it at work” as opposed to having it at home.

Understanding , Using & Managing, Collaboration and Creation

Nowadays, coworking has transformed into a global phenomenon. It is definitely a new way of getting work done and sharing. Further, coworking ecosystems are created as productive and collaborative environments.

Benefits provided by Flow Workspaces 

Not just a coworking space, but Flow Workspaces also provides numerous perks. Some significant advantages are listed below:

More Networking Opportunity

One of the biggest benefits of a coworking space is providing a positive, inspiring, and affordable space for individuals and small businesses to realize their unique projects and connect with a community of like-minded, forward-thinking creators. Therefore, you feel part of the community. 

Improvement Productivity

This is especially true for small business owners working out of a home office. When we’re at home, it can be easy to get distracted. Kids need attention, the house needs to be cleaned or maintained and special projects can constantly crop up in our minds.

Cost-efficient 

Co-working space in mohali, flow workspaces

Of course , a coworking approach is ultimately going to deduce all the costs involved in maintaining a company. 

Collaboration Opportunities

Last but not the least, coworking spaces offer you unlimited chances and opportunities. I mean, who knows where a casual conversation may work? Working in such an environment allows quick collaboration to occur. Moreover, you could be hiring someone new

Types of Coworking Spaces Flow Workspaces provide

In this section, we are going to break down the main types of coworking spaces that are available.

  • Desks- This category provides a Dedicated Seat along with multiple perks and amenities that will make your workday a lot less stress-free and a little more fun.
Dedicated desk Flow Workspaces
  • Cabin Rooms– We have well-furnished 4-seater and 6-seater cabin spaces. 
Cabin Rooms Flow Workspaces
  • Meeting Room-For all your one-on-one interview or a team meeting, Flow has on-demand meeting space to meet your demands, in an environment that is designed to motivate.
Meeting room Flow Workspaces

NOTE: Our managers put in the best efforts to get something that fits your needs. You can grab custom-made plans according to your interests. 

Amenities 

Flow Workspaces provides ample of facilities for you to motivate, create and establish a business.

24/7– Firstly, one of the best parts of Flow is that it’s opened round-the-clock. So, you can hop onto literally anytime you want. 

Events– Secondly, enjoy conferences, seminars, musical night and entrepreneurial sessions at Flow workspace

Printer– Choosing to work from a coworking space helps you save a lot of money and gives you access to a lot of important amenities such as printing pages. 

Cafe -With comfortable seating, power outlets, and delicious food and beverage options available. 

Meeting Rooms– For all your zoom or in-person meetings 

Lounge– Feel rejuvenated in a comfortable seat and let your  fresh ideas flow. 

Central AC/Heating– Don’t worry about the sweat in summers or the chills of winter. Flow offers a central AC/Heating facility to provide you the right kind of weather feel.  

If you’re stuck in your business, your startup,  your blog, or whatever else you’re working on, spending some time coworking could be exactly what you need to get things come on the right track. So, choose Flow Workspaces and avail all the benefits and membership deals. 

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Things to Know Before Planning a Trip to Himachal this April – New COVID Guidelines. https://chandigarhbytes.com/things-to-know-before-planning-a-trip-to-himachal-this-april-new-covid-guidelines/ Mon, 12 Apr 2021 12:41:00 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7461 Keeping the recent sharp increase in the number of COVID cases, State Government Himachal Pradesh issued new COVID guidelines and SOPs. COVID Negative Report is now mandatory for Himachal Travel. Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur in the advisory made on Sunday announced that from now it is mandatory for people coming from seven states which […]

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Keeping the recent sharp increase in the number of COVID cases, State Government Himachal Pradesh issued new COVID guidelines and SOPs.

COVID Negative Report is now mandatory for Himachal Travel.

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur in the advisory made on Sunday announced that from now it is mandatory for people coming from seven states which are witnessing a surge in coronavirus cases to show a COVID-19 negative test report on entering the state.

Making the announcement, state Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said

People coming from Punjab, Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh need to carry a negative RT-PCR report not earlier than 72 hours while visiting Himachal Pradesh from April 16. 

– CM Thakur

He made the announcement while presiding over a meeting with senior officers to review the coronavirus situation in the state. 

Schools & Colleges will remain Closed.

The Himachal Pradesh government has already closed all educational institutions till April 21 and restricted gatherings at marriage ceremonies to 50 people indoors and with a maximum of 200 for outdoors. Besides, only 50 people have been allowed to attend funerals

No Langars are allowed.

Devotees are allowed to visit temples in the state during Navratri festival, but holding ‘langars’, ‘bhandaras’ and ‘jagran’ has been completely banned, he said. Thakur said the laxity shown by people has resulted in a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in the state.

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Know Your City: Ward Wise Councillor & Area List of Chandigarh – 2021 https://chandigarhbytes.com/know-your-city-ward-wise-councillor-area-list-of-chandigarh-2021/ Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:15:47 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7425 Almost every citizen of Chandigarh takes pride in his city beautiful. They jump up to the skies when they start talking about it. The City’s well-designed plan and architecture by the Famous Le Corbusier; the green parks; the majestic Sukhna lake are just a few sights of many. We indeed love our city, and Sometimes […]

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Almost every citizen of Chandigarh takes pride in his city beautiful. They jump up to the skies when they start talking about it. The City’s well-designed plan and architecture by the Famous Le Corbusier; the green parks; the majestic Sukhna lake are just a few sights of many. We indeed love our city, and Sometimes our blood boils when we see its beauty being compromised. Most of us aren’t even familiar with our Ward Wise Councillor & Area List

Every individual becomes a local guide when it comes to suggesting flea markets like Shastri or giving directions to the Chinese market. But what if one asks where to go, And who to refer to when the matter at hand concerns the development of the city. Are we really familiar with Area wise authorities in charge?

Beautiful Round abouts in Chandigarh

Chandigarh – The city beautiful, the clean & the green city. The city which once ranked in the Top 3 cleanest city, and in Top 5 in the ease of living Index once has now barely made in the top 30 by crawling like a wounded Tigeress.

Tell me, How well do your know your city beautiful? The current young generation does talk about political issues and raise questions on social media because they care. What they really should be doing is knocking on the doors of their Ward councilors and asking them where did the development budget go?

Chandigarh Area Wise City Map

The problem lies that in our busy hectic life, we honestly don’t know which door to knock. For that matter, Here is a Ward Wise Area List & Councillor List of Chandigarh – 2021. So, Next time you must reach out to the right person for answers!

The City Beautiful - Chandigarh

Ward Wise Area List & Councillor List of Chandigarh – 2021

Elected Councillors (Old Wards 1 to 26)

Ward No.Ward AreaNameAddressPhone
1Kaimbwala, Khuda Alisher, Lahora, Khuda Jasgu, And Khuda
Lahora Colony
Sh. Maheshinder Singh SidhuH.o. 1067, Sector 8-C Chd9872434444
2Sector 1, Sector 2, Sector 3, Sector 4, Sector 5, Sector 6,
Sector 7, Sector 8, Sector 9 And Sector 10
Smt. Raj Bala MalikH. No. 112, Sector 10 A Chandigarh98157-58950
3Sector 26, Sector- 26 E, Ews Colony, Bapu Dham Colony, Phase
I, Ii, Iii (Sector 26), Police Line (Sector-26) And Madrasi Colony
(Sector-26)
Sh. Ravi Kant SharmaH.No. 1133, Top Floor, Sector 37-B,Chd9815186048
4Manimajra Part: Basti Kishangarh, Basti Bhagwanpura, Pipli Wala
Town, Housing Board Duplex Manimajra And I,T Park
Smt. Asha Kumari JaswalH.No. 110, Sector 21-A, chd9915758949
5Old Manimajra (/’Jac), Shanti Nagar, Mari Wala Town, Thakur
Dwara And Govindpura Manimajra
Smt. Sunita DhawanH.No. 1321, Sector 37-B, Chd8054907716
6Railway Colony Shivalik Enclave Mauli Jagran Part 1,
Shivalik Enclave, Dhillon Complex & Motor Market Manimajra, Darshni Bagh, Subhash Nagar And Indira Colony
Smt. FarmilaH.No. 5439, Maloya Colony,Chd7837227727
7Ambedkar Colony Mauli Jagran, Charan Singh Colony Mauli
Jagran And Small Flats Mauli Jagran
Sh. Rajesh KumarH.No. 2039, Dadumajra Colony,Chd9878522215
8Vikas Nagar Mauli Jagran, Mauli Jagran, Raipur Kalan & Makhan
Majra And Raipur Khurd.
Sh. Arun SoodH.No. 1185, Sector 37-B, Chd9915758954
9Ind. Area Phase-I, Sanjay Colony Ind. Area Phase-I, Kabari
Colony Ind. Area Phase-I, Colony No. 4 Ind, Area Phase-I And
Dari A
Smt Gurbax RawatH.No. 2777, Sector 40-C, Chd99157-58955
10Sector 27, Sector 28 And Sector 29Sh.Hardeep SinghH.No.111,Village Buterla Sector 41 Chd.9915711427
11Sector 18, Sector 19 And Sector 21Sh. Satish KumarH.No. 1780, Deep Complex, Hallomajra, Chd.9915758963
12Sector 15, Sector 16, Sector 17 And Sector 24Smt. Sheela DeviH.No. 5238, Sector 38(W) Chandigarh9872511215
13Sector 11, Sector 12, Sector 14 And Sector 23, Uiet, Dental
College
Smt. Chanderwati ShuklaH.No. 3135/1, Sec 45-D ,Chd9316040274
14Dhanas, L.I.G. Colony Dhanas, Milkman Colony, Aman Chaman
Ambedkar Colony
Sh. Kanwarjeet SinghH.No. 953, Sec 45-B, Chd9915335446
15Sarangpur And Rehabilitation Colony DhanasSmt. Ravinder KaurH.No. 1230, Sector 34-C, Chd9888197555
16Sector-25 Bhaskar Colony, Sector 25 And Sector-25(West)Sh. Rajesh Kumar GuptaH.No. 388, Sector 30-A. Chd9872511211
17Sector 22 And Sector 23Sh. Devinder Singh BablaH.No. 41, Sec 27-A, Chd.9815608877
18Sector 20 And Sector 30Sh. Dalip SharmaH.No. 360, Bapu Dham Colony, Phase-1,Sec 26, Chd9888490360
19Ind. Area Phase-Ii, Ramdarbar (Entire) And TatarpurSh. Shakti Prakash DevshaliSCF. 52, First Floor, Sector-29-D Chd.9779173536
20Spl. Charge Hallo Majra Behlana, Hallo Majra And BehlanaSmt. Heera NegiH.No. 1593, Sec 7- C, Chd9915758964
21Sector 47,Bair- Majra, Faidan Burail And Chahar Taraf BurailSh. Davesh Moudgil#2035/1 Sector 21 C9915758965
22Sector 31, Sector 32 And Sector 33Sh. Gurpreet SinghH.No. 3589, Sector-46-C, Chd.9872563311
23Sector 34, Sector 35 And Sector 43Sh. Bharat KumarH.No 798, Phase-1, Chandigarh.9988178548
24Sector 36, Sector 42, Sector 53 Nehru Colony, Sector-53&54 I
(Furniture Market), Sector 54 (Adarsh Colony) And Sector 42
(Attawa)
Sh. Anil Kumar DubeyH.No. 2703, Vikas Nagar Mauli Jagran ,Chandigarh9872511187
25Sector 37 And Sector 38Sh. Jagtar SinghH.No. 1119/2, Gobindpura , Manimajra, Chandigarh9814098887
26Sector 38(West), Dadu Majra Colony, Vill. Dadu Majra And Shah Pur Colony & VillageSh. Vinod AggarwalSCF .64, Grain Market,Sec-26 Chandigarh.9417204433
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Nominated Councillor (New Wards 27-35)

Ward No.Ward AreaNameAddressPhone
27Sector 39 And Sector 40Sh. Charanjiv SinghH.No. 14, Sec 21A, Chandigarh.9815882100
28Village Maloya, E.W.S. Maloya, Sector 39 West, Gursagar Bhattal Colony, Maloya: Gwala & Kumhar Colony, Sukha/Rana
& Bansal Farm And Ews Maloya
Sh. Ajay DuttaH.No. 726, Sec 40A, Chandigarh.9417016915
29Sector 55 (Housing Boar D), Sector 56 (Bapu Dham Colony)
Sector 56 (Ambedkar Colony), Sector 56 (Sweeper Colony), Sector 56 (Lbs Colony) And Sector 55 (Pal Sora)
Sh. Sachin Kumar LohtiyaH.No. 273,Sector 46-A , Chd.9317724882
30Sector 41, Sector 41 (Buterla) And Sector 41 (Badheri Village)Sh. Haji Mohd. Khurshid AliH.No. 1229, Phase-II, Ram Darbar,Chd.9815340569
31Kajheri Colony, Sector 52, Sector 52 (Ews Lig,Colony),Sector 61, Village Kajheri, Sector 52 (House For Elect Dept. U.T.), Sector 52 (Transit Camp), Sector 52 (Karsan, Colony), Kuldeep
Colony, Kajheri ), Pandit Colony, Kajheri, Gwala Colony Kajheri And Majdoor Golony Kajheri
Dr. jyotsna wigE-11,Uppal Marble ArchManimajra, Chd.9815984544
32Sector 44, Sector 51 And Sector 51 R?Olony No. 5Ms. Shipra BansalH.No. 5797(B), Sec 38(West), Chd.9888900859
33Buiii L (Sector-45)Sh. Sat Parkash AggarwalSCF No.90 Grain Market , Sector-26, Chd.9915758952
34Sector 45 And Sector 46Smt. Kamla SharmaH.No. 207, Sector 37-A, Chd.9872511221
35Sector 48, Sector 49,Sector 50 And Sector 63Maj.Gen. M.S. KandalH.No. 238, Sector 35-A, Chandigarh9316131566
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Here’s a Tip: Never be Shy while reaching out to these people. Your vote gave you every right to knock their doors to seek answers.

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Add ‘Dil Tuta Aashiq- Chai Wala’ Cafe to your Pitstop while visiting Dehradun https://chandigarhbytes.com/add-dil-tuta-aashiq-chai-wala-cafe-to-your-pitstop-while-visiting-dehradun/ Wed, 20 Jan 2021 10:36:07 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7214 Have you ever been dumped? if yes, then you must be familiar with the excruciating pain felt somewhere around the chest, my friend! I know that this description better fits the scenario of a real heart attack, but you get it! Breakups are difficult. They can be felt like long saddened nights with Netflix watching […]

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Have you ever been dumped? if yes, then you must be familiar with the excruciating pain felt somewhere around the chest, my friend! I know that this description better fits the scenario of a real heart attack, but you get it! Breakups are difficult.

Is it cruel to break up with him now? - The Boston Globe

They can be felt like long saddened nights with Netflix watching movies like Kabir Singh, or be a Devdas party and daaru on a Tuesday night!

However, this boy from Dehradun has made his breakup do wonders for him. He leads by the perfect example of when life gives you lemons, make sure to make lemonade.

 

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Divyanshu Batra, a 21-year-old boy recently went through a difficult breakup. In an interview with a newspaper, he told his story of how his girlfriend dumped him and he was heartbroken by it.

Uski Kahaani, Ussi Ki Zubaani….

‘I had a girlfriend from my high-school days with whom I broke-up last year as her parents were against us going together. After that, I was depressed for about six months and spent my time only playing PUBG. Then one day, I thought it’s enough and I will get out of this, and that’s how the idea of this popped up.’- Said Divyanshu

Along with his brother, he opens this breakup themed cafe in the town. His father was not supportive of the name art first, but when cafe’s sales start booming, he eventually gave his thumbs up to his son’s business.

 

 

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The cafe is located at the GMS Road area of the capital and opened up in mid-December, just a month ago. It’s attracting a lot of young people who are themselves dealing with heartache.
People are coming up and sharing their break up stories at the cafe with other people. Divyanshu is indeed delighted to see the outcome of this kickass idea!

Mann lo meri rai, Ishq se behtaar hai Chai! – Dil Tuta Aashiq- Chai Waala

Don’t forget to visit this cafe whenever you visit Dehradun next time! And Also don’t forget to tag @ChandigarhBytes in your stories and post!
Follow @ChandigarhBytes on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Youtube!

Now that’s how you win breakup folks!

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Get Ready to Hail a Cab, in the Air! Chandigarh to get India’s First Air Taxi Services https://chandigarhbytes.com/get-ready-to-hail-a-cab-in-the-air-chandigarh-to-get-indias-first-air-taxi-services/ Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:26:15 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7211 Yesterday Harayana’s CM Khattar inaugurated India’s first-ever Air Taxi service from Chandigarh to Hisar. The first flight of this air taxi was flagged off from Chandigarh to the newly constructed Hisar airport, under the UDAN Scheme – Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik. The distance from Chandigarh to Hisar will be covered by 45 minutes. In the 2nd […]

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Yesterday Harayana’s CM Khattar inaugurated India’s first-ever Air Taxi service from Chandigarh to Hisar.

The first flight of this air taxi was flagged off from Chandigarh to the newly constructed Hisar airport, under the UDAN Scheme – Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik. The distance from Chandigarh to Hisar will be covered by 45 minutes.

Haryana Launches Air Taxi Services From Chandigarh To Hisar

In the 2nd phase, services for Hisar to Dehradun will be started on 18 January. In the 3rd phase, two more routes from Chandigarh to Dehradun and Hisar to Dharamshala will be added on 23 January. The company also plans to include Shimla, Kullu, and more Haryana routes,” said Harayana’s CM Khattar.

So Chandigarhians, are you ready for this one of its kind experience?
Let’s us know your thought. And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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Farmer’s Protest: Life at Singhu Border – The Caravan Carnival https://chandigarhbytes.com/the-caravan-carnival-life-at-singhu-border/ Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:31:05 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7161 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 […]

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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

Singhu border

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” 

Chalo Delhi protest: Farmers in Burari say won't leave Delhi till issue resolved

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.

I come here for the food'

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.

Pizza langar' for protesting farmers attracts crowd

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

Farmer on way to Delhi killed as truck hits his tractor-trolley - Rediff.com India News

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.Gym and foot massage for elderly farmers at Singhu border | Laughing Colours
  • 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.Massive boiler is new star at Singhu border | Cities News,The Indian Express
  • 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.

Group of sportspersons, farmers provide laundry services for farmers protesting at Singhu border- The New Indian Express

  • 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. 

farmers  doing kitchen duties at Singhu border
Photo by @Bsb_Photography

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.

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. 

Muslim Farmers Offer "Namaz" at Singhu Border, Share "Zarda Pulao" With Protesting Farmers - IndiaTomorrow

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.

India farmers: The viral image that defines a protest - BBC News

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.

 Protesting farmers run for cover as police use tear gas shells to disperse them, as they attempt to move towards Delhi, at the border between Delhi and Haryana. (Image: AP)

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!

All Nation Support Farmers those who are protesting at Singhu Border

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.


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.

You have created a new history,' says Diljit Dosanjh to protesting farmers

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.

Support From Chandigarh
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. 

Chandigarh based famous Hip-Hop Duo Kru172 has been camping at the Singhu border for a week
@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.

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?

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ChandigarhBytes News: No hourly parking charges at tricity parking lots for now https://chandigarhbytes.com/chandigarhbytes-news-no-hourly-parking-charges-at-tricity-parking-lots-for-now/ Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:24:53 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=7101 The MC decided that hourly parking charges will not be applicable from tomorrow at 89 paid parking lots in the city due to the failure of contractors to turn them into “smart” ones, as promised earlier. The Municipal Corporation had earlier set a deadline of November 30 for incorporating “smart features” in Chandigarh’s parking lots […]

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The MC decided that hourly parking charges will not be applicable from tomorrow at 89 paid parking lots in the city due to the failure of contractors to turn them into “smart” ones, as promised earlier.

The Municipal Corporation had earlier set a deadline of November 30 for incorporating “smart features” in Chandigarh’s parking lots as a precondition to start charging the hourly parking system from December 1.

A senior official said “We will ask them to add smart features to the parking lots by December 31. The hourly charges will be applicable only after that.”

Lack of attendants to manage vehicles, staff members not wearing a uniform, no boom barriers, rampant haphazard parking and no display regarding the 10-minute free parking facility are some of the issues ailing the parking spaces.

The parking contract was awarded in January this year. At present, parking rates for two and four-wheelers are Rs5 and Rs10, respectively. It was agreed that after the parking lots are made smart in May, the rates would be doubled after the first four hours. In the third slab, after 12 hours, the parking fee would be doubled again to 24 hours. There would be no charges for the first 10 minutes.

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Chandigarh News: Oct 12,2020 “Top Headlines of the day” https://chandigarhbytes.com/chandigarh-news-oct-122020-top-headlines-of-the-day/ Mon, 12 Oct 2020 07:55:46 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=6946 Top Headlines of the day 1. A former student leader of SOPU Gurlal Brar shot dead outside the Playboy nightclub at Emporium mall, Chandigarh. The murder of Gurlal Brar, who was an acquaintance of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, is a grim reminder of the city turning into a safe place for attacking rivals. Ex- SOPU chief, […]

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Top Headlines of the day

1. A former student leader of SOPU Gurlal Brar shot dead outside the Playboy nightclub at Emporium mall, Chandigarh.

The murder of Gurlal Brar, who was an acquaintance of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, is a grim reminder of the city turning into a safe place for attacking rivals.

Ex- SOPU chief, was gunned down in his Toyota Fortuner SUV outside the Playboy Nightclub at City Emporium Mall in Industrial Area, Phase 1, on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday. Brar was taken to the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), where doctors declared him “brought dead”.

Three men on a motorcycle fired around seven shots at Gurlal Brar reportedly to avenge the killing of gangster Davinder Bambiha’s associate Lavi Deora. Is Chandigarh soon becoming a land of a gang war?

Read the full story here

2. 11 firing incidents in 18 months in Chandigarh

In May this year, five assailants had fired shots at hotelier Rakesh Singla’s house in Sector 33. The attack was allegedly a handiwork of the Bishnoi gang. Two days later, assailants of the Bishnoi gang opened fire at a liquor vend in Sector 9. Members of the Bishnoi gang were also allegedly behind another double murder. Rajbir Singh, alias Sonu Shah, a financier who had a criminal past, was shot by inside his office at Burail in September last year. The murder was allegedly committed at the behest of Bishnoi. Read in detail here.

3. Hookah bars to be banned in the city

The UT administration has decided to ban hookah bars. The matter was discussed in UT administration in Feb 2019 following the decision of Punjab to permanently ban hookah bars in 2018. The UT administration merely discussed the issue and didn’t make any solid decisions back then. Over these years, health department raids have found traces of nicotine to be served in hookahs and sometimes the drugs were also found with the staff. UT adviser Manoj Parida said instructions we were issued to deputy commissioner Mandip Brar to issue the official orders. The step was important, especially to control the spread of novel coronavirus, he said.

 

4. Chandigarh among worst performers in COVID grant utilization: Health Minister

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Sunday said that Chandigarh was among the worst performers in COVID-19 grant utilization.

In his weekly Sunday samvaad program, the Union Health Minister was speaking on the utilization of funds that were released for control of COVID-19.

Of the total Rs 3,000 crore granted in the first phase to all the states and UT administrations, he said that Chandigarh utilized only 47.8 percent of the funds allocated to them for the control of the pandemic.

Patients lodged in COVID care centers of Chandigarh had complained about how there was no proper food served and roofs were leaking. Patients lodged at Sood Dharamshala had shared their experience, along with videos and pictures of the place. The patients had alleged that in the absence of proper food, the positive patients were either ordering food from online apps or requesting their family members to get them food.

5. Chandigarh gears up for Cycles4Change Challenge

For promoting the Cycles4Change Challenge in the city, Chandigarh Smart City Limited organized a cycle rally on Sunday. Yadav said as part of the challenge, the city is gearing up to launch a pilot project with 10 docking stations and 100 bicycles at various parts in the city.

He said the Best Photo and Video Challenge has also been launched for residents to showcase their creativity. The last date for submission is October 31. The details are available on CSCL’s website and social media pages.

6. Chandigarh schools not to reopen till further orders: Govt

Hailing the move, Chhattisgarh Parents’ Association (CPA), a state-level body, has demanded that the government declare this academic session as “zero years” for students till Class 8 and promote them to the next class.

7. Power cut will be in more than eight sectors in Chandigarh on Monday.

Due to the necessary maintenance, power cuts will remain in more than eight sectors of Chandigarh on Monday.

Power Cut Timings as Reported by “Dainik Jagran”

  • 10 am to 2 pm: Sector-41 and Baddi
  • 10 am to 3 pm: Sector-25, Punjab University Sector-14, Aman-Chaman, and Ambedkar Colony, Village Dhanas, Khuda Lahora, Khuda Jasu and Colony No. 1, 2 Khuda Lahora
  • 10 am to 4 pm: Sector-19, 27, 37, JP Garbage Plant Sector-25 West, New Garbage Plant Dadumajra Colony, and Maloya Colony Flats.
  • 10 am to 5 pm: Whereas, Motor Market, Mori Gate, Gobindpura, Thakurdwara, Civil Hospital, Rama and Motor Market, Commercial Residential Area Shivalik Enclave, NAC Pipli Wala Town, Madi Wala Town, Shanti Nagar, Darshani Bagh, Bank Colony, Dera Sahib, Main Bazar and There will be a long power cut from 10 am to 5 am in a large part of Old Roped Road Manimajra. (Source: Dainik Jagran)

 

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From Dosa to Paranthas, 9 Best Breakfast Spots In Chandigarh To Kick start Your Day! https://chandigarhbytes.com/from-dosa-to-paranthas-9-best-breakfast-spots-in-chandigarh-to-kick-start-your-day/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 08:25:42 +0000 https://chandigarhbytes.com/?p=6907 Who says Yummy in the tummy can happen only with mummy around? The city beautiful has an abundance of breakfast spots to satisfy your morning cravings of both English and desi food. Breakfast is a miracle food, which let alone decides the aura of your day ahead. Properly dined breakfast meals fuel up the body […]

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Who says Yummy in the tummy can happen only with mummy around?

The city beautiful has an abundance of breakfast spots to satisfy your morning cravings of both English and desi food. Breakfast is a miracle food, which let alone decides the aura of your day ahead. Properly dined breakfast meals fuel up the body for a productive day.

A healthy breakfast becomes more crucial when our 20-somethings day seems to have a snappy start with a hangover tearing us apart. So, we recommend you to grab your car keys, instead of kitchen apron, and head over to these amazing breakfast spots in the city beautiful to kick start your day. Stay tuned till the end, because best is saved for the last!

1. Indian Coffee House, Sector 17

Indian Coffee House

If you are a movie geek who enjoys movies of old times, this place is for you. Indian Coffee house is a chain of coffee houses that came into existence in the 1890s. The Indian coffee house of sector 17 was established in 1964 and continues to be best in 2020 as well.

Indian Coffee House – Sector 17

The place never lost its colonial essence. The décor, the staff in uniform, and the cutting chai everything remind of the good, old English days. It is best known for traditional south Indian breakfast, but they ace other foods as well including French toast, pakoras, puris, and parantha. Easy on the pocket, a charmed, and must-visit place for every Chandigarhian.

2. Karthik’s, Sector 47

Karthik’s, Sector 47

Karthik is one of the most authentic South Indian food places in Chandigarh. They start serving as early as 8 am. They serve everything from rasam to uttapam, making the place delight for every Malayali and dosa lovers. Personal tip: Dude! They take their butter very seriously (*wink*) Don’t go for butter dosa or anything with butter if you are even 1% health freak.

3. Amritsari Kulcha Hub, Sector 9

The famous Amritsari Kulchas

Chandigarh is the state capital of Punjab and Haryana and is the city home of the Punjabi movie & media industry. Being in Punjab, and not trying the famous Amritsari kulcha is considered sin around here. This street food is stuffed Kulcha served with spicy Chole, with magical & hypnotic aroma. Stuffed with mashed potato or cottage cheese, Kulcha is cooked on traditional Tawa, making the dish worth every penny for a Punjabi foodie.

4. Pal Dhaba, Sector 28

Hustle-Bustle at Pal Dhaba, Sector 28

The best place in town for having a “paratha-Makhan maar ke” with salted lassi. They also offer finger-licking butter chicken and kebabs. This spot’s food has caught the eye of many Bollywood celebrities. There is a wall of fame with every celeb’s photo framed who ever visited this place making it a good enough reason for us to put this one on this list.

5.  Gopal’s (Multiple Locations)

Breakfast – Gopal’s, Sector 35

No place could be better than a house that serves Mithai, Street Chaat, Breakfast, Italian food, South Indian food, Healthy Beverages, and more under one roof. Enjoy sizzling hot Chole Bhature, Sweet Curd and Paranthe, Puri chana and the list goes on! Gopal’s is a multi-cuisine chain of restaurants in Tricity offering you experience that you can never forget.

6. Oven fresh (Multiple Locations)

Oven fresh brings you sleek comfort food dining with simplistic yet classy décor and the food that can make you lick your fingers. Their famous breakfast options are cheesy grilled sandwichs with coleslaw salad served on the side. They also serve pancakes, scrambled eggs, and more with a vast menu of healthy smoothies making a perfect breakfast hotspot of the town.

7.  Social, Sector 7

Poached eggs- Sector 7, Social

Not many of us Chandigarhian knows, that the famous social known for its bar and dining experience in the night, also serves an exquisite breakfast experience. This is a perfect place for breakfast dates.

The Infinite Egg offer – sector 7, Social

They have an Infinite egg break menu where you can choose from Scramble Eggs, Poached Eggs, Omelettes, Sunny Side Up with side options of Bottomless American Black Coffee + Milk / Masala Chai, Unlimited Hash Brown, Bread, Butter. Wait! Drum Roll Please!! All this at the price of 199 INR. Shocked right? Wait till you hear this. They have options for vegetarians as well. They serve blueberry pancakes with maple syrup, butter, and whipped cream. For Desi people, you can order aloo puri plate with a bowl of halwa 

8.  Café JC, Sector 10

The cozy café is known to give the vibe of every downtown café of America you have seen in movies. The ambiance, The outdoor settings, the décor, the menu even the cutlery is awe gasping. For a true Chandigarhian like myself, this place is holy.

Menu- Cafe JC

Café Jc serves the breakfast range of English and Indian both. You can order eggs in any way you want or can go for the classic Poha. The Great Breakfast Platter of Cafe JCs is Priced at Rs. 495, with two eggs of your choice (omelet, poached, scrambled) sausages, bacon, grilled tomato, hash brown, and toast.

9.  Some Honorable Street side Mentions

If you get a chance to live in Chandigarh, you must visit these secret hidden breakfasts. Parantha Place by the gate of Rose Garden, Sector 16, Kadhi rice & Naan Chola vendor by government secondary school Sector 16, Tandoori paranthas of Dhabha market Sector 11, Chole Bhature and Allo puri vendor in the mobile market, Sector 22.

We hope our list of Break bunch, Donut, and crunch will help you out when you visit the city beautiful. Stay tuned to Chandigarh Bytes for updates of Tricity!

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