Conference to create awareness on importance of packaging

To boost the importance of packaging and to create awareness about the modern techniques in packaging, the Indian Institute of Packaging, Delhi Centre, recently organised a two-day national conference on “Packaging for a Better Life” in Delhi. Anup Wadhwan, Commerce Secretary, Government of India, was the chief guest. Keshav Chandra, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, was the guest of honour.

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NFL chairman receives ‘Leadership Award’

Manoj Mishra, chairman and managing director, NFL, has been conferred with “Leadership Award” during Governance Now 7th PSU Awards function held in New Delhi recently. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Heavy Industry & Public Enterprises presented the award to him. The award has been conferred on him for providing leadership to NFL which resulted in continuous best ever performance of company during the previous four years.

Swaraj Tractors recognises heroes of Indian agriculture

Swaraj Tractors, a part of $20.7 billion Mahindra Group, announced the winners of Swaraj Innovation Awards 2020 at an Agriculture Conclave held in New Delhi recently. The awards were bestowed upon farmers and institutions, recognising noteworthy contributions made by them in the field of agriculture. Union Minister of Agriculture Narendra Singh Tomar was the chief guest at the awards function.

Podar International School set to enter Jalandhar

Podar Education Network will set up Podar International School in Jalandhar. The proposed school, affiliated wisth CBSE, will run classes from nursery to 5th standard in the academic year 2020-21. With over 92 years of experience in the educational space, the Podar group has a network of 124 educational institutions across the country.

Three courses at Galgotias varsity get NBA recognition

Galgotias University has received National Board of Accreditation (NBA) accreditation in three courses. The university had applied for NBA accreditation in three subjects, namely computer science and engineering mechanical engineering and electronic and communication engineering.

Desh Bhagat Hospital opens de-addiction, rehab centre

As part of the campaign launched by the Punjab Government against drugs, a 40-bedded drug de-addiction-cum-rehabilitation centre was set up at Desh Bhagat Hospital recently. Dr Zora Singh, chancellor, Desh Bhagat University, said the centre was equipped with all latest facilities.

IndiGo partners with HDFC Bank to launch credit card

IndiGo has partnered with HDFC Bank to launch its first travel credit card ‘Ka-ching’ powered by Mastercard. Launched in two variants, 6E Rewards and 6E Rewards XL, the new credit cards will provide a richer travel experience with varied benefits and unmatched rewards to the card-holders keen on domestic or international travel.

Hero MotoCorp launches BS VI-compliant Splendor

Reiterating its commitment to an exciting and comprehensive BS-VI product portfolio, Hero MotoCorp has launched the iconic Super Splendor in its BS-VI version. The launch of Super Splendor BS-VI follows the company’s recent BS-VI launches at the Hero World 2020 – the new Xtreme 160R, Passion Pro BS-VI and Glamour BS-VI.

JLR opens bookings for Land Rover Defender

Jaguar Land Rover India has opened bookings of the New Land Rover Defender in India. Offered with a 2.0 l,221 kW (300PS) petrol powertrain with 400 Nm of torque, the New Defender will be available in two distinct body styles, the elegant 90 (3door) and the versatile 110 (5door) as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) and is priced from Rs69.99 lakh (ex-showroom India).

Workshop on voluntary certification system held

To fill the regulatory vacuum in quality certification space for medical devices in the country, a major industry awareness workshop on Quality Council of India’s Voluntary Certification System on “Indian Certification for Medical Devices (ICMED)” -Incentivising Quality in Healthcare Products was conducted in New Delhi on February 28. The workshop was held under the aegis of Department of Pharmaceuticals, supported by CDSCO, BCIL, AIMED and industry members.

Workshop held on Clinical Kinesio Taping in Y’nagar

TDTR DAV Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Yamunanagar, recently organised a two-day workshop on Clinical Kinesio Taping. Dr Saurabh Wadhwa, founder and director, PROAKT Physio Pvt Ltd, was the resource person and was assisted by Dr Shurti and Dr Sonia. Dr Wadhwa is a certified Kinesio Taping instructor.

NHS Hospital demonstrates live robotic knee surgeries

Three robotic knee replacement surgeries were shown live during a workshop held at NHS Hospital, Jalandhar, recently. More than 100 doctors from across Punjab, Himachal and Jammu participated in the workshop. This was stated by Dr Shubhang Aggarwal, director, NHS Hospital, Jalandhar.

Vasal Educational Society awarded for excellence

Raghav Vasal, CEO, Vasal Educational Society, has received award for excellence in education at the ‘Innovation In Educational Milestones’ award function held in Chandigarh recently. The educational group was applauded by the jury for its work towards felicitating better educational practices.

CRPF men donate blood for Delhi riots’ victims

Around 50 jawans of CRPF donated blood at GTB Hospital in New Delhi recently for the treatment of victims of Delhi riots. More than 500 officers and jawans of the CRPF also donated blood at a mega blood donation camp organised by the Department of Transfusion Medicines, AIIMS, Delhi.

BHEL wins Governance Now PSU Awards

BHEL has been adjudged as the best PSE in HR Excellence & Reskilling of Employees, Research and Innovation, and Geo-strategic Reach, by an independent jury for the Governance Now PSU Awards 2020. The awards were received by Anil Kapoor, Director (HR), BHEL, from Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State for Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises at a function held in Delhi recently.

NHPC organises free medical camp at F’bad

NHPC recently organised a free medical camp at Pali village, Faridabad, under its CSR-SD scheme. The camp was inaugurated by Dr Krishna Kumar, Civil Surgeon, BK Civil Hospital. Dr Kamla Fartyal, Chief General Manager (Medical Services), NHPC, Dr Rakesh Ranjan, Senior DCMO, NHPC, Dr Ram Bhagat, DCMO and Malaria In charge, BK Civil Hospital, Faridabad, and Dr Bina Rastogi from Pali PHC along with NHPC paramedical staff and doctors from Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad, and Centre for Sight, Faridabad, were present during the camp.

McDonald’s India partners with Swiggy to extend reach

McDonald’s India has partnered with Swiggy. The partnership will allow McDonald’s to reach out to new customers, offering additional growth potential for its business. “We are excited to be available for customers on Swiggy and are committed to deliver a great experience every time they order from us,” said, Robert Hunghanfoo, Head, Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd.

Marriott International, Mumbai Indians in pact

Marriott International and the Mumbai Indians have announced a multi-year partnership, giving members of Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel programme from Marriott International, exclusive experiences with the Mumbai Indians team. As loyalty partner for the team, the Marriott Bonvoy logo will feature on the upper right side-chest of the Mumbai Indians jersey.

SBI, Landmark Group launch co-branded credit cards

SBI Card has partnered with Landmark Group to launch a unique set of retail co-branded credit cards. The three newly launched cards – Lifestyle Home Centre SBI Card, Max SBI Card and Spar SBI Card – have been introduced in partnership with four Landmark Group brands – Lifestyle, Home Centre, Max and Spar.

Hero MotoCorp felicitates ‘Khel Mahakumbh’ winners

Hero MotoCorp has felicitated 18 people, including nine girls, with new Destini 125 at Khel Mahakumbh held in Dehradun recently. The scooters were presented to the winners as part of ‘Khelo Hero’ — a CSR initiative of Hero MotoCorp.

GK Group, Ludhiana, bags award in Dubai

Gulshan Kumar, managing director of GK Group, Ludhiana, was recently honored with ‘Affordable Residential Property of the Year (North India)’ at Global Architect and Builder Awards 2020 in Dubai. A large number of architects and developers/builders from all over India attended the event.

Punjab Governor releases SBI Green Marathon poster

Punjab Governor VP Singh Badnore has released a poster of SBI Green Marathon Season-3. SBI organises Green Marathon annually at different centres across the country. This year, SBI Green Marathon is scheduled to be held in Chandigarh on March 8 at Chandigarh Club.

NIPM organises two-day ‘HR Vision 2025’conference

The National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM) recently organised a two-day regional conference ‘HR Vision 2025’ themed on ‘Nurturing Human Capital – Engage, Empower, Evolve’ in Chandigarh. SP Bansal, chairman, Punjab Chapter, NIPM, said the objective of the conference was to find the right conjecture between various key elements of human capital to ensure sustainable development of business.

IISER team emerges winner in SBI quiz

SBI recently organised Numero YONO Quiz – 2020 at Law Auditorium, Panjab University, Chandigarh. All three prizes – first, first runner-up and second runner-up – were bagged by IISER, Mohali, teams. Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh, CGM, SBI, Chandigarh Circle, presented Tata Xenon to the security wing of the university.