Powergrid executive director receives IEC 1906 Award

BN De Bhowmick, executive director (TD), Powergrid, has been awarded the prestigious IEC 1906 Award by the International Electrotechnical Commission. It recognises the major inputs made in furthering standardisation in the field of electrotechnology.

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SCOPE conducts 46th AGM

The 46th AGM of Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) was recently held and chaired by Rakesh Kumar, chairman, SCOPE. The AGM highlighted its renewed efforts to reposition as an innovative, impactful and inspiring body by exploring new opportunities.

NFL distributes cotton-plucking machines to farmers in Haryana

National Fertilizers Limited has distributed 95 cotton-plucking machines to farmers under its CSR initiative in Haryana. The machines were distributed in two separate programmes held at Hisar and Bhiwani.

IDBI Bank launches banking services on WhatsApp

IDBI Bank has launched banking services on WhatsApp. The launch is a part of sustained initiatives of the bank to enable its customers access services remotely at their convenience.

Tanishq expands footprint, opens store in Nawanshahr

Tanishq has expanded its footprint in Punjab by opening a store in Nawanshahr. The store was inaugurated by Arun Kumar Bharadwaj, regional business manager, Tanishq. It is offering up to 25% discount on making charges of gold jewellery and diamond jewellery value till November 12.

Aryans Group of Colleges holds webinar for students

Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura, recently organised a webinar on “Empowering Youth: Empowering India”. Dr MP Poonia, vice-chairman, AICTE, was the chief guest. Students gave presentation of their various projects, including Shikara app, Ramadan app, Solar Boat, E-Munshi app and life-saving gloves.

ICICI Bank offers services to customers on WhatsApp

ICICI Bank has launched a service to enable its customers create FDs, pay utility bills and access details of trade finance instantly on WhatsApp. The customers can undertake an array of banking requirements from their home or office while maintaining social distance.

Chitkara University conducts webinar on investor awareness

Chitkara University recently organised a webinar on ‘Investor Awareness and Financial Education’. It was co-hosted with the SEBI, Association of Mutual Funds of India, and National Securities Depository Limited. Over 1,000 participants attended the webinar.

McDonald’s India introduces ‘Masala Chai’ for tea lovers

McDonald’s India — North and East — has added ‘Masala Chai’ — one of the most-enjoyed beverages to its menu. Customers can pair their favourite meal with a cup of tea available in two sizes, priced at Rs 49 and Rs 29.

Mehr Chand Polytechnic College, Jalandhar, awarded

Mehr Chand Polytechnic College, Jalandhar, has been adjudged one of the best polytechnic colleges in North India by Praxis Media, Delhi, under its National Quality Excellence Awards 2020 initiative. This was announced by principal Dr Jagroop Singh.

Rising kraft paper prices hit corrugated box industry

The corrugated box industry is reeling under the twin blows of massive price hikes by kraft paper mills and increase in conversion input costs over the years. The industry is staring at huge losses on account of these hikes during the Covid pandemic.

Forevermark opens exclusive boutique in Ludhiana

Forevermark has opened its first boutique in Ludhiana in partnership with Fortofino. Fortofino, the jewellery brand in partnership with Forevermark, has launched their jewellery stores in Ambala and Jammu.

Flipkart signs MoU with Union Territory of J&K

Flipkart has signed an MoU with the UT of J&K to promote local arts, crafts, and handlooms by bringing them into the e-commerce fold. It has partnered with over 100 brands to help bring their products across 2,000 fashion stores onto Flipkart’s platform.

Micromax Informatics unveils sub brand ‘in’

Micromax Informatics Ltd has unveiled a new sub brand ‘in’ as it makes a comeback in the smartphone segment. The new avatar is inspired by the fun, bold and aspirational Indian millennials who are looking for performance-oriented products for their digital journey.

Isuzu Motors launches BS-VI-compliant D-Max

Isuzu Motors has launched BS-VI-compliant D-Max Regular Cab and D-Max S-Cab in India. Powered by a 2.5-litre Isuzu 4JA1 engine, these are priced at Rs 8,38,929 (ex-showroom, Mumbai).