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03.03.2010

SPMCIL'S  FOUNDATION  DAY  CELEBRATIONS
The Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited was made functional w.e.f. 10th Feb, 2006 with its Registered and Corporate Office at 16th Floor, Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, Janpath, New Delhi-110001. Within a short span of three years, SPMCIL has excelled from a ‘Schedule ‘A’ Company’ status to ‘Miniratna Category-I CPSE’ of the Government of India. In order to share this honour befitting to the aspiration of SPMCIL employees, Inter-Unit Badminton Tournament and inter-Unit Football Tournament were held at SPM, Hoshangabad and BNP, Dewas in the last week of Jan, 2010 and the first week of Feb, 2010 respectively.
SPMCIL Anniversary Day was celebrated at BNP’s Factory premises on the 10th Feb, 2010 morning by hoisting SPMCIL Flag by Shri M.S. Rana, CMD, SPMCIL in the presence of three Functional Directors & CVO of SPMCIL, all the General Managers/Head of Department of respective 9 Units under SPMCIL as well as Works Committee Members, Trade Union Representatives, Officers, Staff and workmen of BNP, Dewas.
Later in the afternoon of 10th Feb,2010, Closing Ceremony of the Football Tournament was held on 10th Feb, 2010 at the Football Ground of Bank Note Press, Dewas.The occasion was also marked with distribution of prizes, certificates to deserving and outstanding Officers, employees of SPMCIL Units in recognition of the meritorious services and best performance amongst all the 9 Units under SPMCIL. Prizes were distributed to the winners of SPMCIL Rajbhasha Puraskar and to the winners of the Competition for Nigam Geet.All the employees of SPMCIL and its 9 Units were also distributed wall clock and sweets to commemorate the occasion.

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03.03.2010

SPMCIL WON EXPORT ORDER
The Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL), with its headquarters at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, New Delhi is a wholly owned Miniratna Category-I status Public Sector Undertaking under Ministry of Finance. It has four mints / two currency presses / two security presses and one security paper mill under its charge. SPMCIL is producing bank notes, coins, medals, medallions, passports, postal stationery, stamp paper and other security products. The Corporation was established on 13th January, 2006.
Apart from meeting the national requirement of the currency and coinage, SPMCIL has started pro-actively looking for export business in the currency and coinage and it has won global tender from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) for printing & supply of 230 million pieces of Rs. 10/- denomination NRB banknotes at a contract price of Euro 3.89 million. Recently, in September 2009, SPMCIL got order of printing and supply of 120 million pieces of Rs.100/- NRB banknotes at a contract price of about Euro 1.94 million. Last year, it had printed 50 million pieces of Rs.10/- NRB banknotes for Nepal. In accordance with corpoatisation objectives, SPMCIL is diversifying into other security products, medals and medallions.

07.01.2010

SPMCIL & NIFM Collaborate for training of Executives
Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL) and National Institute of Financial Management (NIFM) two important Organizations under the Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India collaborated in conducting an Executive development programme for the erstwhile Govt. Officers Officers of SPMCIL come to the roll of the Company representing the Mints, Presses & Paper Mill across the Country during the period from 18th Jan’10.to 23rd Jan’10 in the serene premises of NIFM in Faridabad.
The Chairman & Managing Director of SPMCIL Mr. M. S. Rana in his inaugural address emphasized on the training and retraining of human resource at this crucial junction of transition in the Company to enhance the production and productivity.  Dr. Dash, Director (HR) of the Company mentioned about his vision of making SPMCIL as a knowledge organization.. The Director of NIFM Mr.Gupta also graced the Occasion.
The Week long training programme was designed to acquaint the Officer of the Company to expose them to multifarious skill and responsibility which includes Operation, Technical knowhow, Manufacturing process, Finance & Accounts, Human Resource, Sales & Marketing, IT and thus thrive for Excellence at the work place. Resource Persons from various professional areas including Academicians, Top officials of the Govt. and Managers from Industry addressed, interacted and shared their experience with the participants in the learning halls of NIFM.The training programme generated immense value for the organization.
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07.01.2010

SPMCIL Signs MoU with ASI for printing of Admission Tickets
India Security Press (ISP), Nashik Road [A unit of Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL)] has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for printing & supply of Admission Tickets for its various monuments across the country. The proposed Admission tickets will be printed by ISP, Nashik incorporating high security features in design, paper and inks, which are very difficult to counterfeit. This collaborative initiative between both organizations would enable secured admission
tickets in hands of visitors visiting various ticketed monuments of ASI across the country.
The Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL) with its headquarters at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, Janpath, New Delhi is wholly owned Miniratna Category-I status Public Sector Undertaking under Ministry of Finance. It has Four Mints/Two Currency Note Presses/ Two Security Presses and One Security Paper Mill under its Charge. ISP, Nashik has distinction of catering to Security Printing requirement of various government departments and acclaimed organizations viz Passport, Visa, Postage Stamps, Post Card, Inland Letter, Envelops, Non Postal Adhesive, Judicial and Non Judicial Stamps, MICR cheques, degree certificates, etc. The Company is diversifying into
other Security Printing Products, Medallions, etc. as a part of its Marketing initiatives.

15.12.2009

SPMCIL Unit awarded for Achievement in Energy Conservation
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ndia Government Mint, Mumbai, Has been selected for the "Certificate of Merit" in the General Category Sector for the National Energy Conservation Awards-2009 being coordinated by Bureau of Energy Efficiency of the Ministry of Power. These Awards are given to selected Industrial units who have made systematic and serious attempts for efficient utilization and conservation of energy. Award was given on 14th Dec 2009 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi by Hon'ble Union Minister of Power which was received by Shri D.V. Gondnale, General Manager.
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04.11.2009

SPMCIL & NIFM Collaborate for training of Human Resource
Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL) and National Institute of Financial Management (NIFM) two important Organizations under the Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India collaborated in conducting an Executive development programme for the officers of SPMCIL representing the Mints, Presses & Paper Mill across the Country during the period from 19th Oct. to 24th Oct 09 in the serene premises of NIFM in Faridabad.
The Chairman & Managing Director of SPMCIL Mr. M. S. Rana in his inaugural address emphasized on the importance of training, retraining and skill development of human resource in SPMCIL which shall definitely pave the way to enhance the overall performance. Dr. Dash, Director (HR) of the Company mentioned about his vision of SPMCIL emerging as a learning Organisation where Talent and knowledge shall reign supreme in generation tangible and intangible values. The Director of NIFM Mr.Gupta also graced the Occasion.
The Week long training programme was designed to acquaint junior Executives of the Company predominantly the Freshers and expose them to multifarious skill and responsibility which includes Operation, Technical knowhow, Manufacturing process, Finance & Accounts, Human Resource, Sales & Marketing, IT and thus thrive for Excellence at the work place. Resource Persons from various professional areas including Academicians, Top officials of the Govt. and Managers from Industry addressed, interacted and shared their experience with the participants in the learning halls of NIFM.
While formally concluding and distributing the certificates to the participant, Director of the Institute Mr.Gupta mentioned that the programme has set the pace for synergy between two Organisations coming under Ministry of Finance and shall be looking forward to such initiatives in by all concerned in future. The programme was ably coordinated by Dr.Saran, Professor of NIFM.
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28.10.2009

India Government Mint Kolkata got ISO 9001:2008
India Government Mint Kolkata was established in 1952 at Kolkata. Originally different minting facilities were created in and around Kolkatta in the 18th Century. One of the mints was  modernised in the year 1952 and it was known as Alipore Mint. Later-on Government of India, renamed it as India Government Mint, Kolkatta.
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19.10.2009

SPMCIL signed an MoU with Handicrafts & Handlooms Exports Corporation (HHEC) on 16.10.2009 for manufacturing /marketing of gold medallions.
SPMCIL, wholly owned Miniratna Category-I status Public Sector Undertaking under the ministry of Finance has  signed an MoU with Handicrafts & Handlooms Exports Corporation (HHEC) for manufacturing /marketing of gold medallions. India Government Mints are known for their trust in bullion activities since decades.  Signing of MoU shall ensure availability of quality gold medallions to public through HHEC.  The expertise of HHEC in sourcing gold and marketing at their outlets shall bring synergy in operation.  This is in accordance with Corporatisation Objectives of diversification.
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15.10.2009

SPP Hyderabad won the second prize for implementation of Official Language.
SPP Hyderabad was selected for second prize in the PSU category for implementation of official language in the south and south-western region. DGM & HoD received the shield from the Hon'ble Minister for Home  Shri Ajay Makan in a function organized at Jawahar Lala Nehru Institute of Post-Graduate Education & Medical Research (JIPMAR), Pondicherry on 09.10.2009. Dr Pradeep Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Home was also present in the function.
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13.10.2009

IGM Kolkata gets order for making silver medals for Coal India Limited for Rs 41.67 Cr.
IGM Kolkata bags order from Coal India Limited, Kolkata for supply of 4.16 Lakh Silver medals valued at 41.67 Crores. The medals are to be released on the occasion of "The Company attaining NAVRATNA company status". Each medal made with 920 fineness silver will be mounted on acrylic stand and packed in suitable paper box. The order has stringent delivery clause linked with Liquidated Damages.

01.10.2009

Financial Results of SPMCIL After 4th AGM-- News Paper Displays                                     

01.10.2009

BNP Dewas Bagged National Safety Award                             

BNP an ISO:9001 and ISO: 14001 Certified Unit of SPMCIL bagged National Safety Award for outstanding performance in Industrial safety for the year 2007 on Lowest Average Frequency rate of Accident. The award was presented by the Honorable Union Minister of Labour & Employment, Shri Mallikarjun Kharge to Sh M.C.Bylappa, DGM & HoD  BNP Dewas on 17.09.2009, on this occasion Mr P.S. Uchhana, Sr Safety Officer and Mr K.L. Gorya, Assistant Engineer were also present.  It is worth mentioning here that BNP Dewas is getting the National Safety Awards continuously  since 1996. Shri M.S. Rana, CMD SPMCIL has congratulated Shri M.C.Bylappa, DGM & HoD BNP Dewas and his team for the outstanding achievement.

29.09.2009

SPP,Hyderabad gets order for printing of Warehouse Forms with Security Features.

Security Printing Press, Hyderabad bags first-ever order for printing of warehouse forms from Haryana Warehouse Corporation, Panchkula.  The SPP, Hyderabad has developed security features in their forms by giving provisions of Warehouse Logo in invisible ink including microtexts.  The Unit is all set to supply 2500 such books to the Haryana Warehouse Corporation, Panchkula. 

25.09.2009

  4Th AGM of SPMCIL    (PRESS-CLIPPING)                                

18.09.2009

Export order from Nepal Rastra Bank(NRB) to SPMCIL                                                             SPMCIL participated and won global tender from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) for printing of 120 million pieces of Rs.100/- denomination NRB banknotes for export order at a contract price of about Euro 1.94 million.  Last year it had printed 50 million pieces of Rs.10/- denomination NRB banknotes for Nepal.  In accordance with corpoatisation objectives, SPMCIL is diversifying into other security products, medals and medallions.

16.09.2009

India Security Press Nashik got ISO 9001:2008                                
ISP at Nashik is fully equipped with state of art technology for designing and manufacturing a variety of Passports, Visa and other traveling documents. ISP has got capacity of manufacturing more than 8 million Passports and Visa stickers in a year. Passport has got unmatched security features like UV feature, heat activated UV fill with micro feature, water mark, multicolor UV thread etc. VISA sticker is manufactured by using multicolor printing, UV feature, OEM feature etc.

15.09.2009

Statement to Shareholders at 4th AGM of SPMCIL                     
By Shri M.S. Rana
, Chairman and Managing Director

14.09.2009

Hindi Week/fortnight 2009
To implement the Official Language Policy of Government of India a Hindi week/fortnight is celebrated to propagate the use of Hindi by the official. Hindi week/fortnight 2009 from 1-15 September’2009 was celebrated at SPMCIL Corporate office. Many workshops and competitions were held during the fortnight and the Company officials were encouraged to participate in the various activities during the Hindi fortnight. Large number of officials of corporate office participated in the competitions. The official who won the prizes were facilitated by the CMD ceremoniously. View photos

10.09.2009

India Government Mint Noida got IS0 9001:2008                     
The Minting facility at Noida takes care of the requirement of Coins. This is one of the modern mints in the Country