SJVN observing ‘Swachhta Pakhwara’ from July 1 Shimla
As per directions received from Union Ministry of Power, SJVN is observing “Swachhta Pakhwara” from July 1 to 15 at its all offices and projects. In a series of activities that are planned for this fortnight, a pledge of Swachhta was administered to all the employees across all the offices and projects of SJVN. At New Delhi office, the pledge was administered by Chairman & Managing Director RN Misra while at corporate office Shimla ,the pledge was administered by AK Mukherjee, Chief General Manager (HR). Misra said that about 1700 employees of SJVN have pledged to devote 100 hours every year for cleanliness. He said under this drive SJVN is committed to develop two villages of project affected area as Model Villages by 2018-19.
WWICS employees donate blood on Canada Day
Mohali: The Worldwide Immigration Consultancy Services (WWICS) celebrated Canada Day by organising a blood donation camp here. Over 150 WWICS employees donated blood at the camp that was organized in collaboration with Government Medical College & Hospital, Sector 32, Chandigarh. “Donating blood is a humanitarian gesture that can help in saving someone’s life. I am happy to see that WWICS has planned something so special to mark the Canada Day,” said lt Gen BKN Chibber, former Punjab Governor, while speaking on the occasion. lt Col (Retd), BS Sandhu, Chairman and Managing Director, WWICS Group, said, “The purpose of the camp was to create awareness on importance of blood donation in view of its demand and the initiative is held every year by WWICS to promote the cause of donating blood.”
New Patient Simulation lab inaugurated
Mohali: Fortis Hospital, Mohali celebrated its anniversary and 16 years of medical excellence in the city. To mark this special occasion, the hospital organised an event for its doctors, nurses, support staff and well-wishers. The event was graced by Ashish Bhatia, Chief Operating Officer (North & East), Fortis Healthcare and Abhijit Singh, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital, Mohali. A new Patient Simulation lab was inaugurated on the occasion. A simulation lab is a laboratory wherein real time medical emergency situations are created on mannequins. The experience gained during such trials enables buddying nurses and doctors to fine tune their skills and help them to respond appropriately for better patient outcomes.
SBI celebrates 62nd bank day
Chandigarh: State Bank of India celebrated its foundation day with a series of programmes throughout the country as is being done every year. At Chandigarh, the Bank Day was celebrated with a get together of local dignitaries, customers, staff and their families at Tagore theatre, Sector-18 here. Haryana Governor Kaptan Singh Solanki graced the occasion as the chief guest. The get together was made memorable with an electrifying performance by Neeti Mohan, renowned Bollywood singer, who regaled the packed auditorium at Tagore Theatre with Bollywood songs and her hit numbers.
SonylIV launches two new short films
Chandigarh: With its focus on compelling storytelling that mirrors trends in our society, SonylIV released its two latest short films – ‘Papa We love You Too’ and ‘The Gift’ and had the celebrities participate in an engaging discussion on the subject – ‘Digital storytelling that mirrors relationship trends in contemporary Indian Society.’ Starring actors Jimmy Shergill, lekh Tandon, Gul Panag, MandiraBedi and Kushal Punjabi both films are poised to resonate with the audiences and take them on a reflective entertainment journey. Uday Sodhi, EVP and Head-Digital Business, SonylIV said, “In the category of short films alone, we have a library of more than 500 originals. These films echo our sustained efforts at providing our audiences with original, unique and thought-provoking content that resonates long after its runtime is over.”
New Holland Agri launches Hindi version of its website
Chandigarh: With an aim to provide better information access to the farmers of India, New Holland Agriculture has launched a Hindi version of its website. The new website can be reached at http://agriculture1.newholland.com/apac/hi-in or through the brand splash page http://www.newholland.com/ by selecting India (Hindi) as location. This brings all the farmers & customers from Hindi belt closer to the brand and its innovative farm mechanization solutions.
Melwyn Rego assumes charge at Syndicate Bank
Chandigarh: Melwyn Rego has assumed charge as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Syndicate Bank. Prior to joining the bank, Melwyn Rego was MD & CEO of Bank of India.
He has also held the position of Deputy Managing Director, IDBI Bank ltd. He is a career banker and has been with IDBI Bank ltd since 1984. Rego has extensive international experience and was a rank holder at a programme on International Capital Markets at Oxford University, UK. He has also participated in several seminars including those organized by Entrepreneurship Development Institute / World Bank at Washington.
Bank day celebrated
Patiala: State Bank Day was celebrated in State Bank of India Administrative Office, Patiala. State Bank of India was founded on July 1, 1955. The celebration was inaugurated by Nishi Bhatnagar, Deputy General Manager at Bank’s Administrative Office, Patiala. On this occasion, banners were installed at the main gate. This year, the bank has kept its theme as : SBI 62 Years Young, Embracing change for the Future. In her speech, she appealed to the officers and employees of the bank to try to bring the Patiala Module at the top in the bank.