Happenings at Chanakya University
Report on the Session: “Talent, Culture & Strategy – How Organizations Really Succeed” on 8th January 2026
January 8, 2026
A guest lecture on “Talent, Culture & Strategy: How Organizations Really Succeed” was conducted for the students of Chanakya University by Mr. Kubera Horanebilu, a seasoned business and human resources leader with over 37 years of global industry experience. The session focused on the critical factors that determine organizational success. Mr. Horanebilu explained that organizations often fail not due to
International Conference on Bharatiya Management (ICBM 2025)
December 23, 2025
The International Conference on Bharatiya Management (ICBM 2025) was held on 22–23 December 2025 at Chanakya University, Bengaluru, organised by the School of Management Sciences. The conference brought together scholars, academicians, and practitioners to critically examine the relevance and application of Bharatiya Knowledge Systems (BKS) in management, leadership, governance, education, sustainability, and workplace well-being. The conference commenced on 22
Report on Bharatadarshini Exhibition
December 23, 2025
The Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (CIKS) organized Bharatadarshini, an exhibition of handmade posters and student projects, on the occasion of the International Conference on Bharatiya Management conducted by the School of Management. The exhibition was led by Kanakavalli Madam, whose guidance and encouragement played a key role in the successful organization of the event. The exhibition was held on 22nd and 23rd
A Strategic Reset: Ambassador Ashok K. Kantha Delivers Insightful Lecture on ‘Towards Neighbourhood First 2.0’ and Launches Edited Volume, “Reconstructing India’s Worldview: A Strategic Realignment”
December 11, 2025
A Strategic Reset: Ambassador Ashok K. Kantha Delivers Insightful Lecture on ‘Towards Neighbourhood First 2.0’ and Launches Edited Volume, “Reconstructing India’s Worldview: A Strategic Realignment”Subhash Chandra Bose Chair in International Relations, hosted the latest thought-provoking edition of the Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS), featuring Sri Ashok K. Kantha, (Former Ambassador of India to China). Addressing faculty
Workshop on “Everyday Science: Where Curiosity Meets Reality” for PUC Students
December 5, 2025
Chanakya University’s School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences successfully hosted a one-day workshop titled “Everyday Science: Where Curiosity Meets Reality” on 5 December 2025. Students from Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Sri Surya PU College, and Rashtrothanna Vidya Kendra enthusiastically participated in the programme. The event began with an inaugural session and a brief introduction to the university,
Roundtable on Concept and Predicate Commonality Across Indian Languages
December 5, 2025
Organized by CSIL The two-day Roundtable hosted by the Centre for the Study of Indian Languages (CSIL) brought together scholars from diverse disciplines to explore how concepts and predicates embedded in Indian traditions can be recovered, analysed, and made available for contemporary inquiry. Day 1 opened with Prof. Ashwin Kumar outlining CSIL’s research vision and
10th Sammilan – A Celebration of Community and Excellence at Chanakya University
December 4, 2025
The School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (SAHSS) organized the 10th edition of Sammilan on 4 December 2025 at 9:30 AM near the Flag Post at Chanakya University. Although hosted by SAHSS, the event was conceived as a university-wide gathering, bringing together students, faculty, and staff from all schools to celebrate collective achievements and
Understanding India’s New Criminal Laws
November 28, 2025
A guest lecture by Mr. Rajashekara N. was conducted on 28 November 2025, offering students a comprehensive insight into the three new criminal laws — the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). The session was thoughtfully designed to address concerns regarding procedural reforms, evidentiary standards, investigative mechanisms,
Conservatism Across Continents: India–Europe Academic Dialogue at Chanakya University
November 28, 2025
Chanakya University had the privilege of hosting an all-women delegation from Germany’s Junge Union, supported by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), for an insightful dialogue on the evolving meanings and expressions of conservatism across India and Europe. The interaction was marked by warmth, candour, and openness. The delegates approached discussions with curiosity and honesty—acknowledging the
1st All India Cyber Crime Judgment Writing Competition
November 26, 2025
The Chanakya Chamber of Commerce, School of Management Sciences, organized an insightful session on Opportunities in the Savings & Investment Industry for the students of school of management sciences. The session was delivered by Sri Srikanth G, Senior Vice President, AMC, HDFC Mutual Fund, who brought in-depth knowledge and practical experience from the financial sector.
Guest Talk – Opportunities in Savings & Investment Industry
November 24, 2025
The Chanakya Chamber of Commerce, School of Management Sciences, organized an insightful session on Opportunities in the Savings & Investment Industry for the students of school of management sciences. The session was delivered by Sri Srikanth G, Senior Vice President, AMC, HDFC Mutual Fund, who brought in-depth knowledge and practical experience from the financial sector.
Intra-Moot Court Competition
November 22, 2025
The Chanakya Moot Court Society (CMCS) successfully hosted the Intra-Moot Court Competition on 22 November, following the Researchers’ Test held on the previous day. Designed as a two-step evaluation, the event first assessed participants’ research skills and then their advocacy abilities in a simulated courtroom setting. Twenty teams participated, putting forward well-prepared memorials and structured
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