Motia leases 26,000 sq ft to Reliance Superstore

Motia Group has leased out an area of 26,000 sq ft to Reliance Smart Superstore at Motiaz Royal Business Park located on Chandigarh-Ambala national highway in Zirakpur. Motia Group director LC Mittal inaugurated the store, which is a one-stop shop catering to all household needs.

Cleanliness awareness rally held at RCF, Kapurthala

To mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, various programmes were held under ‘Swachhta Pakhwada’ in Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, on October 2. The campaign started with ‘Swachhta’ pledge at Maharaja Ranjit Singh Stadium, where general manager Ravindra Gupta along with all officers, staff and their family members were present. He called upon everyone to make daily cleaning of their workplaces and surroundings a routine in their life. A cleanliness awareness rally was also held. 

NFL organises cleanliness drive on Gandhi Jayanti

National Fertilizers Limited (NFL) organised a cleanliness drive at all of its units and offices to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Manoj Mishra, C&MD, NFL, along with directors led the employees in a drive to clear plastic and other waste from areas around the office premises. He exhorted employees to promote cleanliness throughout the year. 

PSPCL holds blood donation camp, 238 units collected

To mark the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the central zone of PSPCL organised a blood donation camp in Ludhiana on October 4. Engineer-in-chief DPS Grewal inaugurated the camp at Power Officers' Club.  As many as 238 units of blood were collected during the camp. 

St Soldier Group, Focus College, Canada, in pact

St. Soldier Group of Institutions, Jalandhar, has signed an MoU with Focus College, BC, Canada. The MoU was signed by Prince Chopra, pro-chairman of St Soldier Group of Institutions, and Kristianne Viher, business development manager on behalf of Sajjad Ali, CEO, Focus College, Canada.

Xoom announces higher ceiling for fund transfer

Xoom, PayPal’s international money transfer service, has announced that its Canadian customers can now send up to $75,000 (CAD) in a single transaction at competitive exchange rates to nearly 50 countries around the world, including the US, India, the Philippines, and Bangladesh. They can now easily invest abroad, repatriate savings and provide financial support to loved ones across the globe.

Airtel felicitates 218 girls from the region 

To empower the girl child, Airtel has distributed 218 bicycles to the daughters of its rural distributors across Upper North, comprising Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and J&K, under the initiative ‘Airtel ki Laadli’.

Boman Irani to endorse P Mark mustard oil

P Mark mustard oil has roped in actor Boman Irani as its brand ambassador. The new series of advertisements leverage on Irani’s versatility and his sense of comic timing to create hilarious situations that will go a long way in enhancing brand recall.

Flipkart’s ‘The Big Billion Days’ event clocks record sales

Flipkart has witnessed record sales in its flagship festive event — The Big Billion Days 2019. It clocked 70 billion views in the six days. There was almost 50% growth in the number of new customers as compared to 2018. The share of transactions through Flipkart's credit options increased 70%.

Bikaji Foods signs Big B as brand ambassador

Bikaji Foods International has signed megastar Amitabh Bachchan as its brand ambassador. The brand-new campaign, ‘Amitji Loves Bikaji’, focuses on making the brand the preferred snacking choice for today's generation. 

Ujjivan strengthens drug awareness campaign

Ujjivan Financial Services Ltd, along with Parinaam Foundations, has launched a drug awareness campaign through ‘Chote Kadam’ programme to combat drug addiction in Punjab. Launched in Ludhiana, Amritsar, Barnala and Jalandhar, Ujjivan aims to revamp infrastructure at rehabilitation centres which can be used by public for recreational hangouts.

Duke Fashions unveils AW-19 collection 

Duke Fashions has launched AW19 collection for the fall 2019-20 season. It offers garments for men, women and kids. Inspired by vast and vibrant heritage of colours, textures and prints juxtaposed with western cuts, the collection is fun, fashionable, quirky and rides high on international appeal. 

SBI inaugurates newly renovated SME branch

SBI has inaugurated its newly renovated premises of SME branch in Sector 8-C Chandigarh. The branch was inaugurated by Manoj Parida, Adviser to Administrator, UT Chandigarh, in the presence of Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh, CGM, SBI, Chandigarh Circle, and Surendra Rana, GM Network II, Chandigarh.

Reliance MF renamed as Nippon India MF

Reliance Mutual Fund has been renamed as Nippon India Mutual Fund as Nippon Life Insurance has purchased 75% stake in the company to become the single largest shareholder in the venture. This is one of the largest FDI investments in the Indian financial sector. Sundeep Sikka will continue to lead the company with same management. 

Kishco unveils ‘pure kansa’ collection in Chandigarh

Cutlery, cookware and tableware brand Kishco has brought ancient wisdom to the modern table with the introduction of their latest ‘pure kansa’ collection. The collection was launched by wellness expert and managing director Dr Namita Jain, who is a recipient of the honorary post doctorate from the Young Scientist University, USA for excellence in the field of healthcare and wellness.