Happenings at Chanakya University
Chanakya University Celebrates Inaugural Foundation Day
Date : Saturday, 27/07/2024
Chanakya University celebrated its first Foundation Day, marking an important milestone that paved the way for its future as a leading Global University. Dr. Manindra Agrawal, Director – IIT-Khanpur, addressed the occasion and spoke eloquently on the critical role that philanthropy plays in higher education. Dr. Agrawal stated “Chanakya University is the first University to
Invited talk by Dr. Rajesh Ringe
Date : Thursday, 18/07/2024
A special lecture was delivered by Dr. Rajesh Ringe (DBT Ramalingaswami fellow, CSIR-IMTech) on development of HIV vaccines and drug testing for SARS-CoV2.
Soft Launch of The Subhas Chandra Bose Chair on International Relations
Date : Friday, 28/06/2024
The School of Law, Governance, and Public Policy proudly initiated the soft launch of the Subhas Chandra Bose Chair on International Relations on June 29th. This pioneering initiative is poised to redefine the discourse surrounding the dynamic complexities of 21st-century international relations. Firmly rooted in the landscape of Indian strategic culture, the Chair’s mandate is
Invited talk by Dr. Sanjeev Khosla
Date : Tuesday, 25/06/2024
A special lecture was delivered by Dr. Sanjay Khosla (Director, CSIR-IMTech) on how epigenetics plays a vital role in host-pathogen interactions, particularly in the context of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb).
Visit by Rashtrotthana team and Dr. Girish Tillu
Date : Thursday, 20/06/2024
Dr. Suraj and Dr. Nishant from Rashtrotthana Hospital and Dr. Girish from the University of Pune visited SBS to discuss the possibility of collaboration on research and academic programs.
Launch of the Chanakya Centre for Sustainability
Date : Thursday, 20/06/2024
The Chanakya Centre for Sustainability (CoS) marked its official launch in the presence of esteemed benefactors Sri Prashant Prakash, Founding Partner, Accel and Nithin Kamath, Co-founder, Zerodha, dignitaries, Guest of Honor, Prof. Subbanna Ayyappan, Chairman Advisory Committee, CoS and Chief Guest, Sri Hari Marar, MD Bangalore International Airport Limited at Bangalore International Centre, and leadership
Invited talk by Dr. Sirish Mishra, NCBS
Date : Tuesday, 18/06/2024
Dr. Sirish Mishra spoke about the role of lipid exchange at cell contact sites in the context of photoreception of Drosophila.
Yoga Day Celebration
Date : Tuesday, 11/06/2024
Chanakya University celebrated World Yoga Day on June 21st at its Global Campus, reinforcing the significance of yoga in Indian Knowledge Systems. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit ‘yuj,’ meaning ‘union,’. Yoga embodies a disciplined approach to aligning body and mind. The regular practice of yoga heightened awareness (smriti), cognitive acuity (buddhi), emotional equilibrium
Inauguration of the Chanakya School of Biosciences
Date : Monday, 13/05/2024
The inauguration ceremony of the Chanakya School of Biosciences commenced in the auditorium at 2 pm at the Global Campus. The event marked a significant milestone in the academic landscape of the university, showcasing its commitment to advancing research and education in the field of Biosciences. Dr. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon Ltd. formally inaugurated.
International Conference on Temples Management: Historical, Functional and Futuristic Perspectives
Date : Thursday, 21/03/2024
Temples have always been hubs of spiritual support to communities, in addition to generating knowledge and contributing to the local economy. How do they manage – their thronging devotees, the daily rituals, maintenance of the architecture and sculptures, and their finances? Throughout history, temples have been administered by stakeholders including royal families, wealthy individual patrons,
Distinguished lecture on “Understanding Poverty in Developing Economies” by Prof Jean-Louis Arcand
Date : Thursday, 14/03/2024
In his distinguished lecture, Professor Arcand eloquently elucidated the benefits of adopting a child anthropometric approach to understand and measure poverty comprehensively. He underscored the imperative of devising local solutions to developing nations’ challenges rather than merely importing strategies that have proven successful in developed countries. Professor Arcand aptly illustrated this point by referencing initiatives
Workshop on “Facets and Features of Federalism in India” by Dr Ishwar Bhat
Date : Tuesday, 12/03/2024
In a captivating workshop at Chanakya University, Dr. Ishwar Bhat delved into the nuanced intricacies surrounding the concept of federalism, a foundational principle of the Indian Constitution. He shed light on the unique manifestation of federalism in India, emphasizing the pragmatic importance of functional federalism over rigid adherence to theoretical frameworks. His notion was that
Guest Lecture by Mr Prasanna Karthik
Date : Saturday, 02/03/2024
Mr. Prasanna Karthik, a Fullbright and Clinton Global Initiative Fellow, had a guest lecture on “Emerging fields of public policy in India” with the fellowship students of Chanakya University. Mr. Prasanna Karthik touched upon various topics, from the emerging landscape of public policy in India to the importance of honing effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Guest Lecture by Dr Anupama Shetty
Date : Tuesday, 27/02/2024
In a thought-provoking session at Chanakya University, Dr. Anupama Shetty from Biocon Foundation provided invaluable insights into the pivotal role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in local development. Focusing on practical examples, She revealed the significance of CSR initiatives in addressing pressing societal challenges and fostering inclusive growth. She highlighted two impactful CSR projects by
Interaction with Mr Joseph Rozen
Date : Monday, 26/02/2024
Joseph Rozen, a renowned expert in international relations, Asian affairs, and national security, engaged with fellowship students at Chanakya University. Rosen, who has a distinguished background as the director of APAC and Euro-Asia affairs at the Israeli National Security Council, provided valuable insights during the session. During the interactive session, Rozen addressed various queries posed