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This is an archive article published on December 18, 2008

Date with dreams

It8217;s a calendar, it8217;s an activity book, it8217;s a motivating tool, it8217;s Rony Singh8217;s 2009 Dream Flip Book which implores you to join the gang of three on an adventure to unravel the secrets of how to make your dreams come true.

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Discover the 12 keys to unlock your dreams 038; make them spring to life. Rony Singh8217;s 2009 Dream Flip Book, conceptualized by city8217;s Navnit 038; Jaspreet is a unique concept finding takers in India 038; abroad

It8217;s a calendar, it8217;s an activity book, it8217;s a motivating tool, it8217;s Rony Singh8217;s 2009 Dream Flip Book which implores you to join the gang of three on an adventure to unravel the secrets of how to make your dreams come true. Flip open the pages and find a new key every month to unlock your dreams and make them spring to life! Rony is the 8216;Cool Guy8217;, Jassie Kaur is 8216;The Google8217; and Mishi is 8216;Miss Haughty8217; who take you through the 12 months of the year, stressing on one quality for every month, with wit, humour, interesting illustrations and a brief profile of people who are an inspiration for success.

Conceptualized by Navnit Singh, the creative head behind hit animation films like Sahibzada, Rise of the Khalsa, Sundari, the characters of the creation were in Singh8217;s head for a long time, 8220;the inspiration for this are my children. I wanted my son and daughter to be achievers, but was not giving them a structured approach. The flip book is a result of my own failure to tell them what needs to be done to realize their dreams.8217;8217; His company Little Magic Words, which has brought out this is inclined to promote reading among children and inspiring them to write as well and also use educational tools to give them a platform to showcase their creativity. 8220;And this is our big step towards it all,8221; Navnit admits that he has no false expectations of making the readers instant successes, but to inculcate in their lives the value of words like dreams, plan 8216;n8217; action, focus, experience, can do, hard work, discipline8230;Pitching in with the concept and the fabulous illustrations is Jaspreet Kaur, who simple enjoyed every moment of the process and Vikram Jit Sharma, who brought in all the colour.

What8217;s more, each page has space for an activity which involves the child and the visual appeal is tempting to the eye. 8220;There8217;s no preaching and we have turned around several statements to make it witty and a lot of research was involved to pick people who would inspire and relate them to each quality. The choice was large,8221; Pankaj P Singh of Browser is the Editor of the same and has been deeply involved with the venture from Day One. Though aimed at children, the flip book points out Navnit and Pankaj has a universal appeal, with already orders pouring in from the US, Australia, Canada and Navnit hopes that this will now be a regular annual feature from the company. Till next year then!

Parul is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. She is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience specializing in public health, higher education, and the architectural heritage of Northern India. Professional Profile Education: Graduate in Humanities with a specialized focus on Journalism and Mass Communication from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Career Path: She began her career covering local city beats and human interest stories before joining The Indian Express in 2009. Over the last decade and a half, she has risen to the rank of Principal Correspondent, becoming the publication’s primary voice on Chandigarh’s premier medical and academic institutions. Expertise: Her reporting is deeply rooted in the institutional dynamics of PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Panjab University. She is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex administrative bureaucracies to deliver student-centric and patient-centric news. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) Her recent work highlights critical reporting on healthcare infrastructure, academic governance, and urban culture: 1. Public Health & PGIMER "PGIMER expands digital registry: Centralized patient records to reduce wait times by 40%" (Nov 20, 2025): A detailed look at the digital transformation of one of India's busiest medical institutes to tackle patient influx. "Robotic Surgery at PGI: Why the new urology wing is a game-changer for North India" (Oct 12, 2025): Reporting on the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical technology and its impact on affordable healthcare. "Shortage of life-saving drugs: Inside the supply chain crisis at government pharmacies" (Dec 5, 2025): An investigative piece on the logistical hurdles affecting chronic patients in the tri-city area. 2. Education & Institutional Governance "Panjab University Senate Election: The battle for institutional autonomy" (Dec 18, 2025): In-depth coverage of the high-stakes internal elections and the friction between traditional governance and central reforms. "Research funding dip: How PU’s science departments are navigating the 2025 budget cuts" (Nov 5, 2025): An analysis of the fiscal challenges facing researchers and the impact on India's global academic ranking. 3. Art, Culture & Heritage "Le Corbusier’s legacy in peril: The struggle to preserve Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex" (Dec 22, 2025): A feature on the conservation efforts and the tension between urban modernization and UNESCO heritage status. "Chandigarh Art District: How street murals are reclaiming the city’s grey walls" (Oct 30, 2025): A cultural profile of the local artists transforming the aesthetic of the "City Beautiful." Signature Style Parul is known for her empathetic lens, often centering her stories on the individuals affected by policy—whether it is a student navigating university red tape or a patient seeking care. She possesses a unique ability to translate dense administrative notifications into actionable information for the public. Her long-standing beat experience makes her a trusted source for "inside-track" developments within Chandigarh’s most guarded institutions. X (Twitter): @parul_express ... Read More

 

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