GNA University organises inter-college competition

GNA University recently hosted an inter-college competition ‘Kshitiz 2020’ – an annual event with participation of over 1,000 students in 21 events. Gurdeep Singh Sihra, pro-chancellor, GNA University, was the chief guest. Dr VK Rattan, vice-chancellor, GNA University, extended warm welcome to all participating colleges. Dr Monika Hanspal, dean, Academics, praised the efforts of all students who brought laurels to their colleges by winning the prizes.

Apeejay Institute of Mgmt organises ‘Spark 2020’

An inter-college event — ‘Apeejay Spark 2020’ — was recently organised at Apeejay Institute of Management and Engineering Technical Campus, Jalandhar. Over 800 students from 26 colleges from across Punjab exhibited their communication, managerial and technical skills in fine arts, literary and IT competitions held during the event.

Marg ERP joins hands with FMCG distributors, traders

Accounting software firm Marg ERP Ltd. has joined hands with FMCG Distributors and Traders Association (FAIDA) for building stronger footprint in the FMCG distribution segment in northern markets. Overall, the company aims to double its installations across India to 5 lakh customers from current 2.60 lakh installations in the next three years.

Ajinkya Rahane to invest in Mahindra-backed MeraKisan

MeraKisan Pvt Ltd., a part of the Mahindra Group and a prominent player in the organic agri business, has announced partnership with Ajinkya Rahane, vice-captain of the Indian Test Cricket team. Ajinkya has joined forces with MeraKisan to usher in a new era of safe, traceable and healthy organic food for the increasingly health conscious Indian consumers. As part of this partnership, Ajinkya will own equity in MeraKisan and would also be its brand ambassador.

LG ‘Most Desired Brand’ in India for refrigerator

LG Electronics has yet again been recognised for its continuous quest to bring innovative approaches in technology. This time, the brand has been awarded with a title of ‘Most Desired Brand’ for refrigerator and washing machine by TRA (Research agency) Proprietary Matrix on Desire reaching various decision makers over 14 cities in India.

OBC conducts 98th SLBC meeting of NCT-Delhi

The 98th State Level Bankers’ Committee meeting was recently convened by Oriental Bank of Commerce SLBC convener-NCT Delhi. It was chaired and addressed by Mukesh Kumar Jain, managing director & CEO, Oriental Bank of Commerce, Ajay Kumar, Regional Director, RBI, among others. During the meeting, various issues pertaining to NCT Delhi were deliberated among the member banks.

Maharaja Whiteline unveils ‘Hybridcool Series’ air coolers

Maharaja Whiteline has launched a new range of air coolers — Hybridcool Series. Equipped with both wood wool and honeycomb pads, the cooler becomes highly efficient and durable. The coolers will be available in a variety of sizes with trendy looks and colour combinations with manual and remotely controlled options.

SCOPE holds symposium on implementation of RTI Act

Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) recently organised a symposium on ‘Implementation of Right to Information Act (RTI)’ in New Delhi. Neeraj Kumar Gupta, Information Commissioner, CIC, inaugurated the programme.

Jaishankar unveils book of WHO Goodwill Ambassador

The book ‘No Matter Where the Journey Takes Me: One man’s quest for a Leprosy-free World’ written by Yohei Sasakawa, WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Leprosy, was recently released by Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar. This book is about Sasakawa’s journey as the global ambassador for leprosy.

Vodafone Idea unveils ‘Sakhi’ initiative for women safety

On International Women’s Day, Vodafone Idea seeks to send out a message to all Indian women to ensure their personal safety and security at all times. Through the Vodafone Idea ‘Sakhi’ initiative, the company offers a simple, affordable and easy-to-use service for women to remain in control of their own security, through the mobile phone.

Renowned Punjabi singer launches Raymond store

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda recently inaugurated a Raymond showroom in Panchkula’s Sector 14. The showroom is spread over 5,000 sq ft and a whole range of Raymond is available under one roof.

ICAI chalks out vision plan for future

Atul Kumar Gupta, president, ICAI, in the presence of CA Amitoj Singh Kamboj, chairman, ICAI, Chandigarh branch, recently chalked out an action plan for the year 2020-21 on the theme ‘Transforming the Future: Enabling Excellence, Augmenting Trust’ during a meeting held by Chandigarh Branch of Northern Indian Regional Council (NIRC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in Chandigarh.

Sonalika records 5.8% growth in exports

International Tractors Ltd, makers of Sonalika Tractors & Solis, registered a growth of 5.8% in exports with sales of 1,595 tractors in February as compared to 1,507 tractors in the same month last year. The company maintained supremacy with cumulative volume growth of 7.2% and market share gain of 4.7% with 23.5% market share for the period.

Hindware Appliances forays into ceiling fans’ market

Somany Home Innovation Ltd., the makers of ‘Hindware Appliances’, has forayed into ceiling fans category under the brand ‘Hindware Snowcrest’. Aimed at delivering a refreshing new look to homes of today’s discerning consumers, Hindware Snowcrest fans are aesthetically designed and custom- crafted for modern Indian homes.

Tally unveils ERP 9 Release 6.6 with browser access

Tally Solutions has announced the global launch of Tally.ERP 9 Release 6.6 bringing the Tally experience on web browsers. With the launch of this release, Tally aims to assist businesses access critical business data anywhere through any device, securely and privately, while keeping the data on customers’ machines itself.

Eureka Forbes unveils health conditioners

Eureka Forbes Limited has announced the pan-India launch of the country’s first ‘health conditioner’ – Forbes. The first of its kind, the Forbes Health Conditioner is a step ahead of regular air-conditioner. With the market penetration of air-conditioners at 6% and consumer needs evolving fast, Forbes does more than cooling.

Tata Motors develops LNG-powered buses

Committed to providing sustainable transport solutions, Tata Motors has completed delivery of the country’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered bus order. Two units of 36-seater Starbus LNG AC models were delivered to LNG Petronet Limited in Dahej, Gujarat, and two units in Kochi, Kerala.