From The Weaver in Sector 9 to Black Partridge in Sector 17 and Uphaar and RCS, almost every store worth it's name is putting up its wares on discount. And as a closer look reveals, the stuff is not of the discarded variety, the one that is left after the best picks have been made. Rather some of the stuff has just been brought in from states like Maharashtra and West Bengal and put on display for customers.

Pochampalli, Narayanpeti and South silks in bright shades and with traditional motifs in gold and threadwork range between Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000. A must buy for those getting ready for the numerous weddings this season. In case, you want to stock up some fine cotton sarees, you can check out some unique combinations, done up with a bit of gold which are priced at Rs 1,200 and above. Black, red and gold or green, beige and gold are sure to give your personality a marvellous effect.

Also available are lovely cushions, covers and table linen in satins, laces and crochet that would make attractive gifts, without costing too heavily on the pocket either.

For those looking for something different and a little more expensive, check out the painted wooden carvings and frames that are priced between Rs 500 to Rs 3,000. Also available are coffee tables in the same range.

In brass, Nataraj, warriors, attractive pots and jars start from Rs 250 onwards. Check out the blown glass items too, which come quite cheap. Blue, green, pink, red, stem-like vases, cups, bowls, they are all there to pick and choose from.

Another unique item is an elaborately engraved sliver-plated ship, in which you can fix a little bulb, for lighting up the room at night too. it is priced at Rs 700. Also available is table linen in lace and crochet to lend an air of grace on those special occasions. This especially seemed to be attracting quite a few lady customers.

The ideas are many and the range offers a wide range too. So, check your budget and check out these sales. You are sure to find something of interest and value.

Fresh 'n' fab !
It was the big day for the freshers of the Government College for Girls, Sector 42. A colourful function was organised by the seniors of the college in the hostel to formally welcome the `new' entrants. It was an evening for fun, cheer, dance and songs for the young ladies who were far away from home. There were a number of girls from Ladakh who participated in the programme and displayed lot of talent in dancing. The `hit' song of the evening was `Chaiyan Chaiyan'. The other items in the programme were a very lively `bhangra' on pop music, and semi-classical dances.

There were 65 aspirants for the Miss Fresher title. And why not, it is one of the prized title for a hosteler. Dressed in their Sunday best the girls displayed a lot of confidence and poise in the fashion parade. And it was definitely a tough choice for the judges to choose from so many pretty and talented lasses.

Mohini Sharma, the college principal was the Chief guest and was visibly pleased by the immense efforts.

Fifteen girls were selected for the question-answer round out of which three were chosen as winners. Shivani Thakur was chosen as Miss Fresher, while Monica was adjudged as the first runners up. Bindya Garg walked away with the second-runners up award. Saudamini Bist was the Pretty Face, and the Miss Elegant title went to Jasreen Sidhu.