Skyways Group, leaders in the logistics industry, has announced to support the Government of India's solar vision to generate 100 GW clean energy by 2022. The company's newly installed 22MW solar panels aim to contribute the excess energy to the government's electricity grids annually, making a small contribution to country's growing clean energy demand. This initiative seeks to reduce dependence on the traditional not-so-eco-friendly methods of energy generation.

Hudco chairman advocates use of Hindi in official work

Dr M Ravi Kanth, CMD, Hudco, inaugurated Hindi Pakhwada, being observed by the company from September 13 to 27. He emphasised the need to use Hindi in official work with full dedication and commitment. Several competitions, including recitation, public speaking, kavi sammelan and essay writing, will be organised during the fortnight to promote Hindi language.

Hero partners Yamaha to launch ‘Lectro’ e-cycle

Hero Cycles has partnered with Japan’s Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd to launch ‘Lectro e-cycle powered by Yamaha’, India's first Center Motor e-cycle that promises to revolutionise the adventure e-bicycling experience. The premium product is the first outcome of the three-way strategic partnership initiated last year between Hero Cycles Ltd, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. and Mitsui & Co., Ltd.

Duke Fashions’ chairman honoured by Himachal CM

Duke Fashions’ chairman Komal Kumar Jain has been honoured by Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jairam Thakur for his outstanding contribution to textile/hosiery industry of India. He was honoured during the launch of ‘The Himachal Ratna’ coffee table book in Shimla recently.

Blood donation camp at DAV Dental College, Yamunanagar

DAV Centenary Dental College, Yamunanagar, organised a blood donation camp in collaboration with Rotary Club on September 13 for patients suffering from thalassemia. A large number of volunteers, including students and staff of the college besides general public, donated blood. College Principal Dr Inder Kumar Pandit and Rotary Club president Sanjay Panjwani inaugurated the camp.

Reliance Jio has widest 4G network, says TRAI

Reliance Jio has the widest 4G network in the country with more than 7.46 lakh 4G base stations, according to TRAI data. The company added 2 lakh subscribers in July in Punjab. Airtel expanded its 4G network more than three-folds since September 2017. Vodafone Idea holds the highest amount of spectrum that can be used for 4G services, around 1.5 times of Reliance Jio, but its 4G network grew only 62%.

NHPC executive director bags ‘Hydro Ratna’ Award

Abhay Kumar Singh, Executive Director (PMSG) of NHPC Limited, has been conferred with 'Hydro Ratna' Award at India Hydro Award 2019, at a function held in New Delhi recently. He has been awarded for his contribution to hydropower and water resources sector in India. The award has been instituted by REPA (Renewable Energy Promotion Association) and ENERTIA foundation.

NFL achieves turnover of Rs 12,245 crore in 2018-19

National Fertilizers Ltd recently held its 45th AGM in New Delhi. Manoj Mishra, C&MD, said the company has declared a dividend of 30.57%. He highlighted the performance of the company during 2018-19 and shared future plans. The company achieved a turnover of Rs 12,245 crore (increase of 37% over previous year) and a profit of Rs 463 crore, up 38.2% over previous year, during 2018-19.

Daikin launches split air conditioner for Rs 16,400

Daikin has launched a split air-conditioner indigenously conceptualised and manufactured for Indian consumers priced at Rs 16,400 plus taxes. It consumes less than 3.5 ampere of electricity. KJ Jawa, MD & CEO, Daikin India, said: “We had a vision for ‘Make in India’ product and this AC is designed to serve the needs of every Indian. With this launch, we plan to tap the 93% non-served AC market in India.”

Lions Club announces four service projects in Delhi

Lion Naresh Kumar was recently installed president of Lions Club New Delhi Indraprastha District 321-A3 along with his team. The team announced four service projects, namely organ donation drive, say no to plastic — distribution of cloth bags, a talk on life saving skills by Dr Anup Thakur, consultant, Sri Ganga Ram Hospital, and sanitary napkin vending machine at Sewa Bharti School, Raghubir Nagar.

Suriname VP awards degrees at LPU’s 10th convocation

Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, recently organised its 10th annual convocation at Baldev Raj Mittal Unipolis. Dr Michael Ashwin Satyandre Adhin, Vice-President of Republic of Suriname, South America, was the chief guest. He was also conferred with "Honoris Causa" doctorate degree. He awarded doctorate degrees and gold medals to meritorious students for their outstanding performances.

Royal Meridian to redefine luxury living in Ludhiana

The Royal Meridian — elegantly designed apartments and penthouses from the house of Omaxe - is set to redefine luxury living in Ludhiana with its uber-luxurious amenities such as olympic-size swimming pool and high speed glass lifts. The project is a part of the 65-acre inhabited township Omaxe Royal Residency on Pakhowal Road, Ludhiana.

Apollo Hospitals launches ProHealth programme

Apollo Hospitals Group has launched Apollo ProHealth Programme — the most powerful, proactive health management programme in Ludhiana. It will be a first-of-its-kind, comprehensive health programme powered by personalised health risk assessment and enabled by artificial intelligence.

British Council brings ‘Reading Challenge’ to Chandigarh

The British Council, in association with the Reading Agency, UK, has brought 'Reading Challenge' to Chandigarh. The six-week challenge, open to children from the age of 5 to 11 years, will commence from September 28. It will encourage the participating children to read six or more books of their choice over six weeks.

Sonalika unveils Tiger series of tractors at PAU Kisan Mela

International Tractors Limited (ITL) has launched Tiger series of tractors at Kisan Mela, held at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, recently. The tractor series, designed in Europe, is equipped with a new engine, transmission and cutting-edge technology for the next generation farmers.