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Chandigarh, January 16, 2025

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Paying a grand tribute to the innovative spirit of Indian entrepreneurs, BioNEST and E-YUVA, Panjab University, Chandigarh, today celebrated the 9th National Startup Day at Panjab University.

The event saw the participation of more than 60 individuals, including startups, entrepreneurs, industry partners, faculty, and students, all of whom are stakeholders in the Startup India initiative. The BioNEST & E-YUVA teams are always ‘Thriving Infinite Innovation for India,’ honoring the transformative power of startups and their role in shaping the future of innovation.

Earlier, the event kicked off with a welcome address by Prof. Rohit Sharma, Project Leader of BioNEST-PU, who discussed India’s progress in the startup sector and highlighted the importance of incubators in fostering innovation and entrepreneurial skills. He emphasised the significance of this day as part of the vision of our Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, for making India an Atma-Nirbhar Bharat.

The event featured a special address by Dr. Jitendra Kumar, Managing Director of the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), New Delhi, who focused on the importance of innovation in biotechnology. He explained how startups in this field have transformed their research into impactful products that benefit society and have helped upgrade India’s bioeconomy. His address underscored the significant opportunities available to entrepreneurs and emphasised BIRAC’s role in nurturing startups focused on improving healthcare, agriculture, and the environment.

Dr. Kumar elaborated on how BIRAC supports budding entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and incubation facilities. He also highlighted the importance of innovation and collaboration in building successful biotech startups, sharing inspiring examples of startups that have achieved success with BIRAC’s assistance. He provided an overview of the Indian biotech sector, highlighting its expected growth at a CAGR of 12.3% by 2030. Dr. Kumar discussed the key pillars of innovation and BIRAC’s support for startups, including schemes that assist at various stages, from ideation to proof of concept, as well as funding options like seed, LEAP, and ACE funds. He encouraged the audience to take advantage of BIRAC’s resources and contribute to making India a global leader in biotechnology.

Following this, the event was graced by Prof. Akash Deep, Scientist-G at the Institute of Nano Science & Technology, Mohali. He addressed the gathering on “Waste to Wealth Opportunities in Battery Recycling.” Prof. Deep offered a compelling perspective on the potential of recycling technologies and their contribution to both environmental sustainability and economic growth. He highlighted how innovative startups could address issues such as e-waste management while simultaneously creating wealth from waste. His address captivated the audience and sparked thoughtful discussions on the role of technology in solving global challenges.

One of the most inspiring parts of the event was the “Innovator Ki Kahani” session, where three entrepreneurs—Ms. Vaishnavi Harshad Parmar, Dr. Meenakshi Sharma, and Mr. Saransh Bhutani—shared their experiences with the budding entrepreneurs.

The event also included a declamation contest and poster presentation by students on the theme of the BioE3 policy. The young innovators were energised with new ideas for their research and future perspectives. The posters covered a wide range of topics, from technological advancements to social impact solutions, offering a platform for young minds to present their work and contribute to the ongoing dialogue around innovation in the biotech and sustainability sectors.

The event concluded with a valedictory function, celebrating the success of the day and emphasising the importance of promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. It also highlighted the collaboration between educational institutions, industry, and government agencies to support entrepreneurship.

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*Chandigarh, January 10:-* 

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The Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh conducted draw of lots today to allocate vacant vending sites to eligible street vendors. The event was held at the MCC office premises in Sector 17, Chandigarh, from 11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

A total of 346 street vendors, who had cleared their dues, participated in the process. The draw of lots was carried out under the supervision of the Joint Commissioner-II of the MCC, with the active presence of Town Vending Committee (TVC) members to ensure transparency and fairness.

During the process, all 346 vacant vending sites were successfully allotted to the eligible vendors. The event marks another step forward in MCC’s efforts to support street vendors and promote organized vending within the city.

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Chandigarh, January 08, 2025

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Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, will be hosting the 3rd Professor Urmi Kessar Memorial Lecture on Friday, 10th January 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Evening Studies Auditorium of the University. This year, the keynote speaker will be Dr. Irshad Kamil, an acclaimed Bollywood lyricist and poet. PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig will be the chief guest for the event.

This prestigious lecture series, established in memory of the late Professor Urmi Kessar, aims to provide a platform for intellectual discourse on topics related to art, literature, and history. Prof. Kessar, a renowned figure in the field of fine arts and art history, was known for her seminal work on the social content in Modern Indian Painting. The Professor Urmi Kessar Memorial Fund, established by the Kessar family, supports this annual lecture series, fostering discussions that celebrate art, literature, and history. In previous years, the lecture series has brought together eminent personalities, including, Mr. William Dalrymple, who delivered an enlightening talk on “Princess and Painters in Late Mughal Delhi, 1707-1857and Sh. Vikram Seth, who shared his insights on “Thoughts on Being a Writer.”

This year, Dr. Irshad Kamil’s lecture promises to continue this legacy of excellence with his  address on the thought-provoking topic: ‘Do we need Poetry in Today’s Times?’. Known for his evocative and soul-stirring lyrics in Bollywood films like Tamasha, Raanjhanaa, Jab We Met, and Highway, Dr. Kamil is also a celebrated poet whose work spans themes of romance, philosophy, and Sufism. A proud alumnus of Panjab University, he is the lyricist behind the Panjab University anthem and a multiple Filmfare awardee.

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Chandigarh, January 02, 2025

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A special 7 day and night NSS camp started at Panjab University, Chandigarh, today. The NSS camp being organised by NSS PU under the guidance of PU NSS Programme Coordinator, Dr. Parveen Goyal, will conclude on January 8^th 2025.

PU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Renu Vig inaugurated the camp in the presence of distinguished guests, including Additional Solicitor General of India, Sh. Satyapal Jain, PU Controller of Examinations Prof. Jagat Bhushan,  PU DCDC Prof. Sanjay Kaushik, PU DRDC Prof. Yojna Rawat, PU DSW (Women) Prof. Simrit Kahlon, Prof. Rajat Sandhir, Prof. Ganga Ram, and other faculty and staff members.

In her inaugural address, Prof. Renu Vig motivated the NSS volunteers to give their best in the true spirit of National Service Scheme. She highlighted the crucial role of NSS in personality development of students through community service and fostering a sense of social responsibility. While emphasizing the camp’s theme, “Youth for Digital Literacy and Save Environmental”, she highlighted the importance of small yet impactful initiatives taken in the University, such as implementing an online diary dispatch system for files and use of online delivery, which can contribute significantly to environmental protection and  in other significant aspects also.

Sh. Satyapal Jain inspired the students with insights into the environmental values deeply rooted in Indian scriptures, urging them to take proactive steps in preserving nature.

As part of the event, PU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig and Sh. Satyapal Jain, along with other dignitaries, also unveiled the New Year Calendar of PU NSS.

The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from NSS Programme Officers Dr. Manjushri, Dr. Anu, Dr. Sonia Bhardwaj, and Dr. Vivek, who actively contributed to the program. Dr. Sonia Sharma introduced the objectives and agenda of the NSS Special Camp, setting the tone for an impactful week ahead.

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