NFL commissions 2nd seed processing unit in Panipat

In order to create own infrastructure for processing of seeds, NFL has commissioned its second seed processing unit (SPU) at Panipat. Virendra Nath Datt, chairman and managing director, NFL, inaugurated the facility in the presence of YP Bhola, director (finance), Nirlep Singh Rai, director (technical), Anil Motsara, CGM (marketing) and Ratnakar Mishra, GM I/c Panipat unit.

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Škoda offers ‘SuperCare’ and extended warranty programme

Reiterating its commitment to enhanced ownership experience, Škoda is offering ‘SuperCare’ and extended warranty programme. It entails preventive maintenance as well as wear and tear repair work for four years/60,000 km. Starting at Rs 29,999, new customers can opt for standard, enhanced, or comprehensive options. Existing owners may also avail the programme for two years/30,000 km at a starting price of Rs 15,777.

Jaypee University provides 20% rebate on tuition, admission fee

In a first-of-its-kind initiative by any government/private university, Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknaghat, Solan, has announced a ‘Special Covid Relief Package’ under which a rebate of 20% is provided in tuition fee for the academic year 2020-21 across all programmes, including new admissions.

Union Asset Mgmt Company unveils medium duration fund

Union Asset Management Company, a subsidiary of Union Bank of India and Dai-ichi Life Holdings, has launched Union Medium Duration Fund, which is an open-ended medium-term debt scheme investing in instruments such that the Macaulay duration of the portfolio is between three and four years.

New Holland Agriculture rolls out 5620 Tx Plus tractor

New Holland Agriculture has launched 5620 Tx Plus tractor which features FPT engine, dual-clutch system, oil-immersed brakes, digital control panel, making it the most sought-after tractor in the agrarian sector. “The tractor scores high on features, technical aspects and looks, making it the most-admired tractor in the higher horsepower segment,”said Tarun Khanna, chief marketing officer, CNH Industrial (India).

SLR Metaliks enhances mfg capacity during lockdown

SLR Metaliks Ltd has increased its manufacturing capacity from 0.3 million tonnes to 0.4 million tonnes annually. The company has strategically used the lockdown period to enhance its furnace capacity in a planned way through micro planning. This was announced by Rajkumar Goel, Managing Director, SLR Metaliks Ltd.

Ashwani Singla takes over as CAO revenue, PSPCL

Ashwani Singla has taken over as chief accounts officer (CAO) revenue of Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd. Singla joined PSPCL, the erstwhile PSEB, as revenue accountant in January 2000 and rose to the level of CAO Revenue. He has held various important assignments earlier and played an important role in successful implementation of various initiatives such as online systems of budgeting, disbursements, collection system and digital bill payments.

Ambay Eye Care, Ludhiana, adopts Presbyond technology

Ambay Eye Care and Lasik Centre, Ludhiana, has adopted Presbyond laser-blended vision technology for treating presbyopia, thus making people over the age of 40 years free from glasses through surgery. Presbyopia is a refractive error that comes with age and affects almost everyone over the age of 40.

GNA University holds virtual convocation for engg students

GNA University recently organised its first virtual convocation for engineering students of 2015 batch. Pro-Chancellor of the University S Gurdeep Singh Sihra was the chief guest on the occasion. Vice-Chancellor Dr VK Rattan, Dean Academics Dr Monika Hanspal, Registrar Dr RK Mahajhan, Dean Faculty of Design & Innovation Dr CR Tripathi and Dean Faculty of Engineering Dr Vikrant Sharma were also present.

Dr Pradeep Aggarwal appointed ortho head of Paras Hospital

Dr Pradeep Aggarwal has been promoted as chairman, Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement Surgery, Paras Hospital, Panchkula. Having an experience of 33 years, he has performed over 40,000 surgeries and is an expert in primary and revision hip and knee replacement surgery.