Sh. Vikram Singh, Security Officer, Panjab University, Chandigarh, took over charge
of Chief of University Security from Prof. Ashwani Kaul, here today till further
orders.
Sh. Vikram Singh, is serving Panjab University as Security Officer from past 12
years. Prior to this, he served Indian Air Force for more than 20 years.
Panjab University has launched MET website: http://met.puchd.ac.in for admission to (i) MBA(Retail Management) (ii) MBA(Banking & Insurance Mgt.) (iii) MBA(Capital Markets) (iv) MBA(IT & Telecommunication Mgt) (v) MBA(Infrastructural Management) (vi) MBA (Pharmaceutical Management) (vii) MBA (Hospital Management) at UIAMS for the session 2021-22. The last date for completion of online registration is April 17,2021. The MET Test will be held on April 24, 2021. The detailed information available on MET website: http://met.puchd.ac.in.
The candidate can make queries at UIAMS South Campus Sector-25, Behind Alumni House, Panjab University, Chandigarh-160014(India) Phone 2534362, 2534499, 2701403, UIAMS website http://uiams.puchd.ac.in
Dr. Jagat Bhushan, Controller of Examination, Panjab University informed
that around 41000 students of Undergraduate/Postgraduate/Other Professional Courses
including USOL/Private have appeared today in online examination being conducted by
Panjab University. He informed that total exams in Slot 1 and Slot 2 were 28 and 38
respectively. He further informed that all the exams conducted today went off
smoothly.
Dr. Jagat Bhushan, Controller of Examination, Panjab University informed
that around 33000 students of Undergraduate/Postgraduate/Other Professional Courses
including USOL/Private have appeared today in online examination being conducted by
Panjab University. He informed that total exams in Slot 1 and Slot 2 were 50 and 28
respectively. He further informed that all the exams conducted today went off
smoothly.
Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University, today visited various departments at the campus including Physics, Chemistry, Punjabi and Education. He reviewed the ground situation related to following SOP’s of Covid-19 in the light of increasing cases.
PU,VC along with his team interacted with the Faculty and Research Scholars and stressed on promoting entrepreneurial skills among students. He also laid emphasis on developing inter-disciplinary coordination and taking research initiatives across disciplines. He urged them to share their problems for necessary corrective actions. He also enquired about the services of hostels. The VC assured the faculty and Research Scholars of resolving their issues at the earliest.
Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University interacted with the entire team who handled the conduct of Online Examinations. He extended his felicitations for the commendable job of the smooth and successful conduct of examinations.
PU VC encouraged them to upgrade their skills by going for the advanced training and should continue working in the same way for the other jobs of the university.
The core team responsible for the conduct of examinations included Prof. RK Singla, DCSA,
Prof. Sukhwinder Singh, Director Computer Centre, Prof. Harish Kumar, UIET, Prof. Naveen Aggarwal, UIET, Prof. Ajay Mittal. They were supported by the technical team from The Computer Unit and Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Computer Centre.
Dr. Jagat Bhushan, controller of Examination informed that there were multiple milestones which the team members achieved which included:
1. Development of the application to download Question Papers and upload Answer Sheets.
2. Hosting the application on a robust environment to cater more than 1 Lac candidates concurrently to download Question Papers and upload Answer Sheets.
3. Exploring alternatives for hosting the application on cloud.
4. Configuration of G-Suite, Google Forms and CDN to ensure the stability of the application.
Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh celebrated National Science Day on 28th February, 2021 to commemorate Raman Spectra, a scientific contribution of renowned scientist, Sir C.V. Raman. The event was organized in collaboration with Punjab Academy of Sciences, Chandigarh Forum for Science and Technology Communication and Indian Science Congress Association (Patiala Chapter). The theme of National Science Day 2021 was “Innovation on Science and Technology: Impact on Society.”
Dr. Harpreet Kaur ,Chairperson, Department of Zoology welcomed the gathering and the event was presided over by Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University. He emphasized on the encouragement of interdisciplinary research, catering between science and humanities. Eminent scientists from various parts of India joined this event and motivated the young researchers. He added that it should not be limited only to the science fraternity but also must have participants from various walks of life. It should encourage scientists, writers, students, and others who are involved in the promotion of science and technology in our daily life. He elaborated how The Government of India’s draft of 5th National Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy for public consultation will play a crucial role in fostering socio-economic and political development globally, benefitting all the sectors through scientific and technological advances.
Prof. Goverdhan Mehta, presently Emeritus Professor, School of Chemistry, University of Hyderabad, former Vice Chancellor, University of Hyderabad, former director IISc Bangalore, former Chairperson NAAC, former president INSA, delivered a very gripping lecture full of motivational quotes and ideas on the topic “Science, Scientists and Sustainability: Musings on unfolding future.”He talked about the significance of ethics and scientific outlook in science. He defined the traits of a good scientist and added that a scientist should be curious, persistent, courageous, observant and communicative. He said that in the times of ascendency of hype, fake-philia and dichotomania, there has to be a crusade against H-H-F-F, which meant Hype-Hypocrisy- Falsification-Fakery and there is a need to refrain from these factors to safeguard science. He emphasized on a Pro-tip Align Persona to professional demands which would bring humility in science. Lastly, he insisted on searching for the options available in science that can pave the road of the world towards sustainability.
Among the others, panelists present were Prof.P.K.Seth, NASI Senior Scientist, Lucknow, Prof Vijay Laxmi Saxena, General President, Indian Science Congress Association, Prof. I.J.S. Bansal, Founder President, Punjab Academy of Science, Prof. Paramveer Singh, ISCA, Patiyala Chapter and Prof. RC Sobti,former Vice chancellor, Panjab University and Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow and they shared their valuable knowledge and experiences with the budding scientists present on this occasion.
An e-poster competition was also held on the theme of the event which was judged by Prof. P.K.Seth. Research scholars from various institutes and departments took part in the competition and communicated their innovative ideas with each other. Prof. Sukhbir Kaur, DSW Women, Panjab University and Prof. Sanjeev Puri ,Department of Biotechnology, UIET, Panjab University announced the results of competition and congratulated the participants for their hard work. A cash prize was announced for the winners, Miss Bandu Matiyal and Miss Madhu Sharma from Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, grabbed first and second prize respectively. Mr. Hemant Sharma from Patanjali Research Institute, Haridwar stood third in e-poster competition. The event was concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr.Ravneet Kaur, organizing secretary.
In a first of its kind, Dr Kamlesh D Patel, popularly known as Daaji, the spiritual Master of Sahaj Marg way of Heartfulness Institute, Shri Ram Chandra Mission, Kanha Shantivanam, Hyderabad appreciated and honoured the excellent work that various Universities and colleges doing towards the Value based Education by putting up lots of efforts. The short term, well structured, week end programs, entitled as SELF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (SDP) are being organised by the University for last 7 years to train the students, scholars and faculty in various dimensions of the Personality, Leadership and Excellence, all based on the ancient Indian philosophical wisdom of Yoga and Meditation techniques.
An online session on Sunday, 28th February, was organised where PU Vice-Chancellor, Prof Raj Kumar and other associated faculty members were invited to interact with Daaji. The entire spirit is how to move forward to regain the pristine glory of India that it was known in the past by subscribing to spiritual values and inculcating the spirit of YOGAH KARMASHU KAUSHLAM that it means the Yoga is nothing but Perfection in Action. It is said now is the time to unite for the cause, transcending the boundaries of cast, culture and creeds to make this world liveable and beautiful.
It is worth noting that, Heartfulness Institute, has just concluded its 75th year anniversary, the platinum jubilee celebrations , having valedictory lecture Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji which was inaugurated by the Honorable President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind Ji at the the world’s biggest meditation hall with one lakh capacity at Kanha Shantivanam on 2nd February 2020, physically just before the corona crisis period.
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Department of Applied Sciences, University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized one day online seminar on ‘Emerging trends in Applied Mathematics’ on 27 February 2021.
The seminar was organized under twining activity of TEQIP-III in collaboration with Govt. college of Engineering and Technology Jammu under the guidance and patronage of Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University, Prof. J.K. Goswamy, Director UIET, Panjab University, Chandigarh and Dr. Sameru Sharma, Principal, Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu.
The purpose of the webinar was to bring together researchers from academia to present, share and discuss their techniques, tools and ideas in the area of Applied mathematics specially in optimization techniques, numerical analysis, mathematical modeling, swarm intelligence.
Around 100 participants from different institutes within India registered for the seminar. Experts from IIT, Delhi, NIT Jalandhar, South Asian University and Foundation of Scientific Research and Technological Innovation, Hyderabad delivered talks and highlighted various opportunities available for mathematicians.
During the inaugural session, Prof JK Goswamy, Director, UIET delivered the welcome address and emphasized on the importance of organization of such event. He also stated that in this pandemic era of COVID-19, the seminar will definitely benefit the young researchers.
Prof. VR Sinha, Dean University Instructions , Panjab University delivered the inaugural address. He appreciated the progress of UIET over the years and wished it well on its journey of excellence in interdisciplinary research.
Dr Kalpana Dahiya (Event convener) and Dr. Anita Brar (Event co-convener) proposed votes of thanks by paying gratitude to Prof VR Sinha, DUI, PU, Prof. JK Goswamy, Director UIET and Patron for encouraging and inspiring the organizing team. They also thanked the sponsor of this seminar, TEQIP-III.
The organizing team consisting of Dr. Vinay Kanwar, Dr. Minto Rattan and Dr. Jyoti Sharma were also present at this occasion.
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Today, i.e. Feb 26th 2021, the Department of Alumni Relations, Panjab University has felicitated the hidden unsung heroes of COVID-19. All these Volunteers passed out from different departments in different years from Panjab University.
There were a total of 24 volunteers from the diverse fields like medicine, law, health, social welfare for humans and animals were honored for doing immense contribution during the lockdown and afterwards till date.
Prof Anupma Sharma, Dean, Department of Alumni Relations expressed her deep sense of gratitude to these volunteers for stepping out of their houses during the lockdown and afterwards. She said that these volunteers had served the community at their best in the toughest of times. While appericiating these hidden unsung heroes for their invaluable contribution through their sincere act of commitment and passion is remarkable.
Gaurav Gaur, Programme Officer, NSS, introduced all these stalwarts from their respective fields. He shared that a few of the Volunteers, who were honored worked in different hospitals during the time of lockdown, a few of them have been serving the community from almost a decade and so on. There were a lot of passed out students from the Centre for Social Work, who had done an exceptional act of courage to save precious lives in COVID-19. The students who were honored included Dr Viney, Dr Guneet, Dr Deepak, Sanjeev, Harmandeep, Garima, Niyati Gulia, Nandini, Ramneet, Ritika, Shubham, Narendra, Ishpreet, Navdeep, Ishita Choudhary, Simran Kaur, Malvika and Manisha Sharma.
Dr Monica M Singh, Chairperson, Centre for Social Work Panjab University, Chandigarh also graced the occasion.
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