Happenings at Chanakya University
SABHA – Parliamentary Board Game Competition
November 21, 2025
Chanakya University, in collaboration with the Hanns Seidel Foundation India, hosted the SABHA – Parliamentary Board Game Competition on 21 November 2025, offering school students an immersive introduction to democratic decision-making. The event brought together 74 students and faculty members from 15 Bengaluru schools. The day began with registrations and a short inaugural gathering. Participants
Workshop Report: IKS Integration in Social Sciences
November 20, 2025
The School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (SAHSS), in collaboration with the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (CIKS), organised a workshop on “IKS Integration in Social Sciences” on 20 November 2025. The session was led by Dr. Nagaraj Paturi, a distinguished scholar known for connecting traditional Shastric scholarship with contemporary academic practice. The workshop
Chanakya University Celebrates Foundation Day with a Renewed Vision for Transformative Education
November 15, 2025
Chanakya University celebrated its Foundation Day on Monday, 10 November 2025, reaffirming its commitment to Vidyā-Dāna—the noble act of sharing knowledge—and its mission of fostering holistic, future-ready education. The event gathered distinguished leaders from academia, industry, and public life to reflect on the University’s rapid growth and its vision for shaping ethical, innovative, and socially
Session on “People, Perception and Performance: The Psychology of Modern Workplace” by Dr. Rajashekhar S
November 13, 2025
The School of Management Sciences, Chanakya University, in association with the NIPM KC Student Chapter – Industry Mentorship, organized an insightful session on “People, Perception and Performance: The Psychology of Modern Workplace” on 13th November 2025. The session was conducted by Dr. Rajashekhar S, Senior Manager – Learning and Talent Enablement at Paramount Computer Systems.
Sri Adnan Sami visits Chanakya University
November 10, 2025
Chanakya University had the privilege of hosting the renowned musician and composer Sri Adnan Sami on Monday, 10th November 2025. Arriving at noon, Sri Sami was warmly received by the University leadership, followed by a brief campus tour that showcased the institution’s vibrant and green learning spaces. During the interaction over tea, he engaged in an inspiring conversation with the
NIPM Student Chapter Inauguration At Chanakya University
November 8, 2025
The School of Management Sciences, in association with the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), Karnataka Chapter, launched the NIPM Student Chapter on 8th November 2025. The event marked a significant step towards strengthening the collaboration between academia and industry in the field of human resource management. The Inaugural programme began with a welcome address
Launch of the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Chanakya University
October 23, 2025
Chanakya University inaugurated its Centre for Social Impact (CSI) on October 23, 2025, at the Global Campus, Devanahalli. The launch marked a significant step towards fostering research, policy advocacy, and community-driven initiatives aimed at creating measurable social transformation. The event began with a warm welcome by Dr. Sudeshna Mukherjee, the visionary behind CSI, who outlined the Centre’s mission to
Chanakya Fellowship in Social Sciences (CFSS) Induction Program 2025–26
October 17, 2025
The Chanakya Fellowship in Social Sciences (CFSS) held its three-day Induction Program from October 15–17, 2025, at Chanakya University, Bengaluru, welcoming the new cohort of fellows. Representing eight states and diverse academic and professional backgrounds, the fellows embody the fellowship’s mission of nurturing socially conscious, interdisciplinary leaders. The program opened with addresses by Prof. H.
Orientation Program of Youth Red Cross (YRC) Unit
October 16, 2025
The Orientation Program of the Youth Red Cross (YRC) Unit was successfully organized on 16th October 2025 (Thursday) from 02:30 PM to 03:30 PM at Room No. 424, 4th Floor, Administrative Building, under the aegis of the Office of Student Affairs. The program aimed to introduce students to the objectives, principles, and humanitarian mission of the Indian Red Cross Society and to encourage active student
Leadership Visit to the United States 2025
October 13, 2025
Chanakya University’s Academic Leadership Visit to the United States 2025 marked a significant milestone in its mission to bridge continents and build knowledge. The high-level delegation, led by Dr. S. Somanath, Chancellor and former Chairman of ISRO, along with Prof. Yashavantha Dongre, Vice-Chancellor, and Prof. Chetan Singai, Dean of the School of Law, Governance and Public Policy, embarked on an extensive academic tour across the East and West
Talk on “AI and Transformation in the Present World” by Mr. Subrat Mohanty
October 10, 2025
A thought-provoking session on “AI and Transformation in the Present World” was delivered by Mr. Subrat Mohanty, Executive Director – Banking Operations and Transformation at Axis Bank. The session offered valuable perspectives on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries and reshaping the way organizations operate in a fast-evolving digital landscape. Mr. Mohanty emphasized that in today’s competitive environment, transformation
Executive Talk – Edition 1: A Journey from Bean to Business with Mr. Niran Bhimaiah
October 9, 2025
The inaugural session of the Executive Talk Series featured Mr. Niran Bhimaiah, the dynamic entrepreneur behind Coffee Nirvana. A third-generation coffee farmer from Coorg, Mr. Bhimaiah shared his inspiring journey from his roots in agriculture to becoming a successful business leader. He began by recounting his professional evolution: starting in sales and later exploring various roles within the IT
Evolution of the Hindu Succession Law
October 8, 2025
On 8th October 2025, the University organized a guest lecture on “Evolution of the Hindu Succession Law” by Mr. Suryanarayana Rao, an eminent advocate with over 54 years of experience in civil litigation. Drawing from his vast legal practice, Mr. Rao offered an insightful exploration of how Hindu succession law has developed over time, both legislatively and judicially. He began by stressing
Gen Z Unrest in South Asia
October 6, 2025
The University hosted an engaging interaction on “Gen Z Unrest in South Asia” featuring distinguished Nepali journalist Shri Yubaraj Ghimire as the keynote speaker. The session brought together faculty members, research scholars, Chanakya Fellows, and visiting professors from Southern New Hampshire University (USA) — Prof. Benjamin R. Cole and Prof. Paul A. Barresi — who offered global perspectives on the discussion. Opening the
REF Workshop on “The Sustainable Human and Environmental Systems (SHES) Approach to Sustainability Education and Practice”
October 4, 2025
Chanakya University hosted a faculty development workshop on “The Sustainable Human and Environmental Systems (SHES) Approach to Sustainability Education and Practice”, led by Prof. Paul A. Barresi, Professor of Political Science and Environmental Law at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), USA, and Adjunct Professor of Law at Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China. Prof. Barresi, a