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MOHALI: Rayat Bahra University organised a HR Conclave ‘From Campus to Corporate: Bridging the talent Delta’. The event was organized by the Placement Department of the Rayat Bahra University.

GIDDERBAHA:  GGS College of Management and Technology has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Finance (IIF), New Delhi, marking a significant step toward enhanced academic and research collaboration.

MOHALI: Students of Aryans Group of Colleges, Chandigarh, expressed deepest sorrow over the tragic loss of 26 lives in the Pahalgam incident. In a solemn gesture of solidarity, students of Aryans Group of Colleges organized a tribute ceremony on 26 Shikaras gave a message of unity with "United Against Terror" posters on Shikaras. Dr. Anshu Kataria, Chairman of Aryans Group, Rajpura, Near Chandigarh specially attended this tribute ceremony.

CHANDIGARH: Noted author and daughter of the late Dr. Manmohan Singh, Ms. Daman Singh today unveiled a memorial plaque at the Dr. Manmohan Singh Hall, Arts Block 3 of the Panjab University (PU).

AMRITSAR: The School of Social Sciences at Guru Nanak Dev University proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of its alumnus, Sidaq Singh, who recently secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 157 in the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination.

ROPAR: IIT Ropar Technology & Innovation Foundation (iHub AWaDH) successfully hosted the seventh edition of Punjab Samvad at IIT Ropar campus on Wednesday. This significant event focused on "Changing Environment of Punjab: The Biggest Challenge," bringing together experts, academics, innovators, and students to address pressing environmental concerns in the region.

PHAGWARA: Echoes of traditional beats, folk melodies, and joyous celebrations marked Day Two of Lovely Professional University’s (LPU) iconic cultural extravaganz One India & One World 2025. The ongoing three-day event, held at LPU’s Unipolis Auditorium, united together over 40,000 students from across the university in a grand showcase of cultural richness, unity, and global harmony.

MOHALI: Rayat Bahra University organised SPARK 2025 (Start-ups, Protection, Action, Research, Knowledge), a pioneering event aimed at fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property (IP) awareness among youth.

AMRITSAR: The Department of English, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, organized a one-day workshop on English Language Teaching and Assessment in collaboration with Cambridge University Press & Assessment India Private Ltd. The event, held on 22 April 2025, brought together faculty from GNDU and its affiliated colleges to explore the latest insights, methods, and tools in ELT. More than 120 teachers and students from G.N.D.U. and its affiliated colleges attended the workshop, demonstrating strong engagement and interest in advancing ELT practices.

MOHALI: Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Mohali (Jhanjeri) organized its 6th Convocation Ceremony, where 1353 students were awarded degrees. This grand celebration marked not only the academic success, personal development, and perseverance of the students but also became a memorable milestone in their lives.

MOHALI: The University School of Physiotherapy and Radiology, Rayat Bahra University celebrated its First Foundation Day cum Alumni Meet. Vinod Chauhan, Chairperson of the State Allied & Healthcare Council, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, was the Chief Guest.

BATHINDA: The Central University of Punjab marked World Earth Day with an engaging and insightful Earth and Environment Awareness Programme, bringing together students, faculty, and experts to celebrate and reflect upon environmental stewardship. The event featured expert lectures, a tree plantation drive, exhibitions, and a range of competitive activities.

CHANDIGARH: Guru Gobind Singh College for Women, Sector 26, Chandigarh, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 44th Convocation and Annual Prize Distribution for the academic session 2024–2025. The occasion was one of immense pride and joy, as more than 400 degrees were conferred upon students across undergraduate programmes including BA, BCom, BCA, and BSc, as well as postgraduate courses comprising MA English, MA Economics, and M.Com.

MOHALI: The first Convocation Ceremony of MSc batch 2022-24 of Department of Clinical Embryology and Reproductive Genetics of Rayat Bahra University School of Allied Health Sciences was held here today.

AMRITSAR: Dr Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India, embarked on a notable visit to Guru Nanak Dev University with the purpose of reinforcing academic collaboration between India and France.

MOHALI: Tanzanian Students Association of Punjab and Haryana commemorated Tapisha Day honouring the legacy of President John Pombe Magufuli.

Historic Khalsa College Governing Council (KCGC), running 22 Educational Institutions, has set a new milestone by establishing the Khalsa University (KU), Amritsar. Now apart from its ‘monumental’ 1892-built Khalsa College Amritsar (KCA) and upcoming Khalsa Medical College and Hospital (KMC &H), the management is proud to announce a professional Khalsa University (KU).

MOHALI: International Conference of Biomedical Sciences (ICBS-2025) is being organised on April 14 and 15 by University School of Allied Health Sciences, Rayat Bahra University here.

GIDDERBAHA: Dr. Rajinder Kumar Uppal, an eminent Emeritus Professor and acclaimed academician, was recently honored by the Visionary Academy and Anti-Crime Special Volunteer Club in recognition of his exceptional guidance and unwavering support to the organization.

AMRITSAR: Department of Apparel and Textile Technology of Guru Nanak Dev University organized a skill presentation event, "Vastra Mahaostav 2025" at Dashmesh Auditorium of the University under the dynamic leadership and blessings of Vice Chancellor Prof. Karamjeet Singh. The main objective of the event was to explore the innovative ideas of our departmental emerging Fashion Designers students and provide them a platform to show their skills.

CHANDIGARH: Four serving faculty members, six retired professors, and several research scholars from the Department of Physics, Panjab University (PU), have received international recognition as part of the large CERN collaboration that has been collectively awarded the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics—one of the most prestigious awards in science. The honour acknowledges groundbreaking discoveries made at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) between 2015 and 2024.

MOHALI: Gian Jyoti Global School, Phase 2 organized a Parent-Teacher Meeting along with a Student Exhibition on its campus. During the event, students showcased their creativity, artistic skills, and scientific talents through a well-curated exhibition featuring projects, artistic creations, and innovative models.

MOHALI: The Department of Physics at Rayat Bahra University organised an educational visit for M.Sc. (Astronomy and Astrophysics) students to attend the Winter School 2025 at the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, the Observatory of Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru.

CHANDIGARH: Only two days are left to apply for the B.A./B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.) Five-Year Integrated Courses at various University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS) at Chandigarh, Ludhiana, and Hoshiarpur campuses of Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh.

KAITHAL: Vice Chancellor of Maharishi Dayanand University, Prof.Rajbir Singh has taken charge. as the new Vice Chancellor of Sanskrit University, Kaithal.

AMRITSAR: Khalsa College for Women (KCW) and Laurentian University (LU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance academic collaboration and provide better educational opportunities for students. Laurentian University, located in Sudbury, Ontario, is a leading bilingual institution in Canada, recognized for its excellence in education, research, and community engagement. Laurentian University fosters a dynamic learning environment and plays a crucial role in regional development while making a global impact through its academic and research contributions.

CHANDIGARH: The Third Chandigarh Language Congress concluded today at the Mulkraj Anand Auditorium, Panjab University (PU), with a vibrant celebration of linguistic and cultural diversity. Organised around the central theme “Language, Literature and Cultural Plurality,” the second and final day featured a plenary session on translation, “Meet the Author” dialogues, and a multilingual poetry recital.

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CHANDIGARH: Panjab University has appointed Prof. Anil Monga as Advisor (Campus Security) and Mr Tejinder Singh Sandhu, PPS (Retd. SP) as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Campus Security. These appointments are part of the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen security measures in both campuses.

AMRITSAR:  Under the visionary leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Karamjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Guru Nanak Dev University, the Department of Psychology successfully organized a “Mental Health and Nasha Mukt Samaaj Layi Jaagrookta Camp” in Ranghadh village, District Amritsar. This initiative was a significant step towards promoting mental health awareness and combating substance abuse in rural Punjab.

LUDHIANA: Mr. Arshdeep Singh Benipal, a student of the College of Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, excelled at the 46th HFI Junior Boys National Handball Championship. Showcasing exceptional sports talent Arshdeep Singh clinched the gold medal at the championship organized by the Handball Federation of India in Jehanabad, Bihar.

MOHALI: Rayat Bahra University, School of Engineering and Technology, Department of Electronics and Electrical conducted "Traffic Tech," an insightful event focused on the theme "Innovating Mobility: Driving the Future of Traffic Technology."

MOHALI: Rayat Bahra University, School of Physiotherapy and Radiology (USPR) successfully conducted a Free Physiotherapy Checkup Camp at the Physiotherapy OPD, USPR. The camp aimed to provide free physiotherapy consultations, posture assessments, and rehabilitation guidance to faculty, staff, and students, promoting musculoskeletal health and overall well-being.

GIDDERBAHA: Dr. Mehar Chand, President of the Math Tech Thinking Foundation of India, has appointed Dr. R. K. Uppal, Emeritus Professor and Principal of Guru Gobind Singh College of Management and Technology, Gidderbaha, to the Foundation's Advisory Board.