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RPGcom - April 2010

Keynote
The pursuit of excellence We are standing at a crossroads in our nation’s history, as one of the economies that is pulling the world out of a downturn. At RPG, this means aiming higher than we have ever done before, and achieving our target of becoming the most respected player in every line of business we are in.
Cover story
The road to acquisitions While some sectors in the RPG Group are eyeing new vistas, others want a bigger slice of the market pie. Acquisitions will be a key to this strategy as group companies work on striking a balance between organic and inorganic growth. RPGCom reports.
Event
Top gear awards recognising excellence The Top Gear Awards celebrate commitment and dedication across RPG
Chat Room
The many dimensions of learning Four RPGians share their experiences on various OD and Learning programmes they attended and how they benefited from them .

Interview:
‘Focus on high margin verticals’; While Spencer’s Retail continues to focus on large format stores, it is also aggressively targeting the upwardly mobile consumer by bringing in premium international brands to the Indian market. The company is also busy furiously trying to tackle the single largest problem that plagues the retail industry – retaining manpower. CEO Vineet Kapila shares his views on the some of these issues, in an interview with RPGcom.: GREAT leaders listen to what isn’t said’ David Garvin is the C. Roland Christensen Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. During one of his recent visits to India, he conducted an advanced leadership workshop at Ceat Mahal. In a free-flowing interview with RPGCom, Garvin elaborates on how strategic leadership becomes the key driver in steering an economic downturn
Corporate Report
Adda at spencer's galleria CESC is setting up a spanking new mall in the heart of Kolkata
Bulliten
KEC sports a new look KEC recently unveiled a brand new logo, epresenting a contemporary feel together with the attributes of solidity and dependability that is associated with the KEC brand. Priceline.com chooses zensar Zensar announced the completion of a major systems integration project with Priceline.com. Zensar assisted Priceline.com in the travel company’s implementation of Oracle Release 12 Financials and Hyperion Financial Manager A rare distinction Heartiest Congratulations to Atul Churamani, Vice President, Saregama India for a rare feat. The George Washington University produces a monthly newsletter on creative people across the world from different spheres of business. The April issue of 2010 features him. The Japanese wife’ premieres The Japanese Wife, a much awaited film from Saregama, recently had its star studded premiere in Kolkata and Mumbai. It has been widely cknowledged to be Aparna Sen’s best film and among Rahul Bose’s finest performances. The film released on 9th April 2010. RPG day celebrations RPG Day was recently celebrated across all locations in a spirit of carnival and festivity. Employees along with their families joined in the celebration and made the event a huge success.
Citizenship
The success story of self help groups How Raychem RPG’s guidance gave a boost to the movement in Vasai The Banyan Story As living beings we would hate being uprooted from our familiar and comfortable surroundings and be placed in an unfamiliar environment.
Networking
Knowing your colleagues Amit Tolani CEAT, Mumbai Amita Birla - RPG Life Sciences, Mumbai An ordinary human being, with strong ethical and moral values. I share an excellent bonding with my family & colleagues.

RPGcom - January 2010

Keynote
Time for a New Resolve As we enter another year – indeed, a new decade – I am happy to see that our Group has not only weathered a rather severe economic downturn successfully, it has also continued on the growth path without too many bumps. The first six months have been very good for RPG, we have beaten budgets. And this gives me the confidence that we are going to end the fiscal year with a healthy growth.
Cover story
Re-inventing for the future This year, the RPG Annual Conference saw the top brass discussing how the businesses can be remodeled to achieve a 20+ CAGR. RPGCom reports. Celebrating Excellence The much anticipated RPG Annual Awards were distributed at an evening of glitz, glamour and celebrations at the Annual Conference. Three sets of awards were conferred as customary.
Event
When sport meets glamour The heroes of the cricketing world are honoured at the CEAT Cricket Rating International Awards 2009
Chat Room
In search of the growth formula The Group has now decided on a 20+ Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) as its immediate goal in the changed business scenario. A cross-section of RPG-ians tell us what they feel is the best way to achieve this objective.
Corporate Reports
KEC-RPG CABLES MERGER: Towards greater synergies The merger of RPG Cables with group transmission major KEC is yet another step in the latter’s journey towards higher growth
Interview: Sanjiv Goenka
‘We are keen on hydel projects’ Sanjiv Goenka, Vice-Chairman, RPG Enterprises, speaks on the growth plans for the power sector and CESC. The planned foray into the hydroelectric power generation sector and the power sector in general in the 12th Plan period have attracted considerable media attention, being featured in all leading newspapers and television channels like CNBC-TV18. Excerpts from his interview to PGCom:
Bulliten
CESC: Blazing a trail The third 250 MW unit at the Budge Budge power plant, which will take the installed generating capacity to 750 MW, is set for synchronization and is contributing to the system. Zensar: Making a difference change in the community without the support of its most potent members, i.e. the youth. It was this realization that led to the formation of the Zensar Foundation. The Foundation is a platform that endeavours to empower the youth by providing them with a range of opportunities to improve their skills.
Pulpit: Ganesh Natarajan
Women on top There’s an economic value to it!
Citizenship
Helping take on the world Group CSR launches Saksham, a grooming programme for youngsters Village children log on In an initiative which touches 400 students in a small village near Ankleshwar, RPG Life Sciences creates a Computer Zone at a village school in Juna Bor Batha
Learnings
Recognition: the power within The manner of recognizing people for good work must be real, sincere and quick, says Manjiri Bahadur
Special Report
Alumnus mirabilis RPG’s HR alumni gets together to reminisce on their association with the Group
Different Strokes
‘Capturing that one moment is about being ready all the time’ Sumantra Banerjee is someone who loves wearing different hats. He is sector head for both power and retail and also the managing director of RPG Group’s power major CESC Ltd. But aside of the corporate roles, he is also an ace photographer, and is now exploring the new genre of photo on canvas. In this interview, Banerjee talks to RPGCom about his passion and how he is nurturing it. The power of “Dilli se aaye hein” Rahul Pandita on journalism in the times of RDX

RPGcom - October 09

Keynote
On the growth path, cautiously I am writing at a time when the world continues to be in the grip of an unprecedented economic slowdown, but also at a time when our country has taken a bold step to speak out against the policy revision envisaged by some developed countries.
The Lead
The Quest for Quality Chandrasekhar Ajgaonkar on the quality movement at RPG, the steps being taken by the various group companies, and the road ahead.
Corporate Reports
Access control: KEC constructs roads on tricky terrain KEC International demonstrates its commitment to excellence by constructing access roads on tricky terrain
Updates
Gourmet’s delight: Spencer’s launches the Gourmet Store Spencer’s launches the Gourmet Store for the discerning palate
Asha creates history: Saregama’s Precious Platinum album gets global recognition Saregama’s Precious Platinum with cult singer Asha Bhosle is voted among the 100 greatest world music albums ever. Atul Churamani talks about the album and more.
Special Report
A national footprint: CESC chalks out its pan-Indian growth plan With its acquisition of DIPL, and several major projects lined up outside Bengal, CESC is now turning into a national power utility
Media
OPEN editor Sandipan Deb on why print will never die in India Sandipan Deb on why doomsayers are wrong in forecasting the death of the print media
Chat Room
Tomorrow’s managers: Four young recruits on what makes them tick at RPG Four young recruits across the Group speak on what makes them tick at RPG, and why.
Bulletin
A roundup of developments across the Group Study Circle set up - Power Transmission Study Circle was recently formed to upgrade the knowledge of all Chartered Accountants of the RPG Group.
Learnings
Beyond the glass ceiling: Prameela Kalive on women and leadership Prameela Kalive on women and leadership - This is a subject that I have been very seriously engaged with over the past few years at Zensar both as the owner of the global talent management portfolio for Zensar as well as a women professional.
Citizenship
Saving paper to save the planet: The Group CSR reuserecycle initiative The Group CSR team explains how the Reduce,Recycle and Reuse Paper Campaign works at CEAT Mahal
Health
Survival of the fittest: Four RPG-ians on what it means to be fit and healthy In the hurly burly of corporate life, people often forget to take care of their greatest wealth: their physical health. Four RPG-ians explain their concept of fitness and the difference it makes to their lives.

RPGcom - March 09

Keynote
The power of ideas Sustained growth will come primarily from the ability to innovate – the ability of a company’s people, customers and partners to develop new ideas...
The Lead
CESC House: Of power and glory Sunil Bhandari of RPG Enterprises, Kolkata takes a walk down memory lane, and narrates the fascinating story of the headquarters of the group’s showpiece power company
Chat Room
People at the core Valuing people has always been one of the key principles for the RPG Group. Four RPG-ians express their views on how the group is people-centric.
Special Feature
The heat is on! Three inspirational stories of how RPG group companies battled heavy odds, creating “Hot Spots” to overcome challenges.
Citizenship
Caring, the Zensar way Demonstrating how RPG Cares The Zensar Foundation, which started five years ago, manages various programmes to make a positive difference in the lives of the underprivileged, in the Pune area.
Interview
'CESC is set to generate greater shareholder value' RPG Enterprises vice-chairman Sanjiv Goenka speaks on the road ahead for the power major and the expansion plans of PCBL.

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