Dr. Gururaj Karajagi
Dr. Gururaj Karajagi is a doctorate in Chemistry and has published over 22 research papers in International journals. He is a life Fellow of the Electrochemical Society of India. He has served on the Boards of Management of a few Medical Universities. Dr. Karajagi also served as a member of the State Resource Group (SRG)
Prof. B. Thimme Gowda
Prof. B. Thimme Gowda (Born on 08-08-1952), Former Vice Chairman (Nov.2020-March 2023), Karnataka State Higher Education Council, was a teacher, researcher and an academic administrator for abot 52 years. He was Vice-Chancellor of the undivided Bangalore University from Feb. 2013 to Feb. 2017. After completing his term, he was appointed as the First Vice Chancellor of
From Classroom to Courtroom: How Universities Prepare Aspiring Lawyers
May 15, 2025
Discover how top institutions like Chanakya University Bangalore prepare students for legal careers through 5-year integrated law courses, hands-on training, and real-world exposure.
A Blueprint for Your Career: Steps to Excel in Today’s Challenging Career Landscape
May 13, 2025
Explore how top private universities in India, including Chanakya University, are shaping future-ready professionals through innovation, skill development, and practical exposure.
Intersection of Cyber Law and Forensics: Navigating the Digital World
May 9, 2025
School of Law, Governance and Public Policy at Chanakya University hosted an insightful guest lecture by Dr. Nagarathna A., Associate Professor of Law at NLSIU, Bangalore, and Co-Ordinator of the PG Diploma in Cyber Law & Cyber Forensics. In her talk titled “Intersection of Cyber Law and Forensics: Navigating the Digital World,” Dr. Nagarathna unpacked
Empowering Voices for Change: SVYM CEO Mrs. Savita Sulugodu Inspires MSW Students at Chanakya University
May 2, 2025
Master of Social Work cohort at Chanakya University had the honour of hosting the highly regarded Mrs. Savita Sulugodu, Chief Executive Officer of Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM) and current Advisory Board Member of the MSW program at Chanakya. Mrs. Sulugodu came to the university to speak to the future social work practitioners from the
Navigating Career Pathways in Political Science: Opportunities in India and Beyond – Guest Lecture by Prof. Sridhar Pabbisetty
April 29, 2025
Chanakya University hosted an insightful guest lecture titled “Navigating Career Pathways in Political Science: Opportunities in India and Beyond,” delivered by Prof. Sridhar Pabbisetty, a distinguished pracademic and public policy specialist. The session, organised under the INDGenius Forum, attracted students and faculty from the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences of the B.A. (Hons.)
Dr Santosh Kisan Pagire Wins a Research Fellowship from Australia through ARC, Elevates Chanakya University’s Global Research Presence
April 28, 2025
In a proud achievement for Indian science and Chanakya University, Bengaluru, Dr. Santosh Kisan Pagire, an accomplished chemist with a distinguished global research profile, has been awarded a prestigious research fellowship through the Australian Research Council (ARC). He will contribute to major AUD 2.5 million (approx. INR 14 crore) research initiative at the University of
Chanakya Premier League – Season 1: A Grand Celebration of Cricketing Spirit
April 24, 2025
The inaugural edition of the Chanakya Premier League (CPL) – Season 1 proved to be a remarkable success, marked by exhilarating matches, extraordinary performances, and unwavering sportsmanship. The tournament commenced with great enthusiasm on 10th April 2025, and culminated in a thrilling grand finale on 24th April 2025. The league featured four dynamic and spirited
Raita Siri – Farmers Empowerment Programme at Chanakya University
April 24, 2025
Chanakya University hosted the Raita Siri – Farmers Empowerment programme, reaffirming its commitment to rural empowerment, sustainable agriculture, and grassroots innovation. The event was held on 24th April 2025 at the University Campus and witnessed the presence of several distinguished guests from diverse domains, including agriculture, science, governance, and academia. The programme was jointly organized
Prof. Yashavantha Dongre
An academician par excellence, Prof. Dongre has over 28 years of research experience and has completed his post-doctoral degree at Ritsumeikan University, Japan & Graduate University of Advanced Studies, Osaka, Japan.
Prof. Dongre has served as the Professor of Commerce and the Director of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Board at the University of Mysore. He is also a Consultant to the High-Powered Committee on Cooperatives set up by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India and serves as the Co-Secretary of the ICA-AP Committee on Cooperatives in Educational Institutions.
Prof. Yashavantha Dongre has held various responsible positions including Vice-Chancellor (I/C), Registrar, Director of the Post Graduate Centre and Director of Planning. He has published over 100 journal articles and 8 edited books. He is the Founder Member of The Third Sector Research Group, India (TSRGI), founded in 1993. This network of researchers, which began as an informal entity with three researchers from one university, has today expanded into a major research group in India with 80 members from five southern States of India. He has designed the Masters’ program in nonprofit management at the University of Mysore, titled Master of Management of Non-Profit Organisations (MMNPO) and run by the Vivekananda Institute of Leadership Development.
Prof Dongre has been undertaking research projects with various agencies such as Manipal University, Asia Pacific Philanthropy Consortium, University of Technology Sydney, Australia, etc. He has been serving on the Editorial Boards of two Journals in Kannada – Arivu Baraha (Knowledge and Expression) an independent social science journal and Abhivruddhi Adhyayana (Development Studies) brought out by the Kannada University. He currently chairs the Asia Pacific Regional Research Committee of the International Cooperative Alliance.
Chanakya Samvad – A Panel Discussion on The World Order in Flux
April 16, 2025
Date: 16th April 2025Venue: Yuva Patha, Jayanagar, BengaluruOrganized by: School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Chanakya University The School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at Chanakya University successfully hosted a compelling edition of Chanakya Samvad, a flagship intellectual forum for dialogue and debate. The theme of this edition, “The World Order in Flux”,