University Events

Astronomy enthusiasts and photography buffs have a special treat awaiting them tomorrow at the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair. Sister Nibedita University invites all to "COSMIC ADDA: Capture the Cosmos!" It is an interactive astrophotography workshop meant for beginners who are interested in taking pictures of the night sky using smartphones and basic cameras, even in light-polluted cities like Kolkata.

Event Details (Happening NOW):
SNU Stall, Gate 5, Boimela Prangan, Salt Lake
Today: January 24, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (2 hours left!)
FREE – Walk-in only

Soumyadeep Mukherjee, an expert from Astronomads Bangla, will demonstrate techniques for night sky imaging, necessary equipment, and tips for astrophotography in the city, despite the presence of city lights.

Perfect Workshop for Book Fair Weekend Crowds

Organized from January 22 to February 3, 2026, the International Kolkata Book Fair converts Boimela Prangan into Asia's largest non-trade book fair, with millions of visitors. The astronomy corner is formed at the Sister Nibedita University stall providing a welcome relief to the visitors from the book stalls.

Participants will learn about smartphone settings for star trails, how to use tripods with cheap ₹500 accessories, spotting sites in Kolkata, and free post-processing software. The workshop is designed for students, amateur photographers, and astronomy enthusiasts who are interested in taking pictures of the Milky Way, details of planets, and constellations without investing in costly telescopes.

Expert Guidance from Astronomads Bangla

Soumyadeep Mukherjee has experience teaching astrophotography classes in challenging environments. The light pollution in Kolkata makes it difficult to observe the stars, but Soumyadeep’s lecture shows how to overcome these issues:

• Best camera settings for low-light conditions
• Stabilisation methods using household items
• Finding visible constellations from city rooftops
• Free editing software for dramatic sky photos
• Free editing software for dramatic sky

“Come for the stars, stay for the stories” aptly captures the adda atmosphere of the workshop where people come to learn technology and also share their experiences through pictures.

Free Entry During Book Fair Hours

No registration is required, just go to SNU Stall at Gate 5 between 2-4 PM. This activity is perfectly timed within the Book Fair schedule (12 PM-8 PM). Sister Nibedita University continues its five-year Book Fair partnership, blending science outreach with Kolkata's biggest cultural festival. Cosmic Adda joins SNU's book launches and press events throughout the 13-day literary celebration.

Don't miss Kolkata's sky through your lens! Head to Gate 5 NOW before the stars come out tonight

The first AI Fest 2026 has been inaugurated at Chandigarh University, a major step in enhancing innovation in artificial intelligence. The festival included the launch of the official mascot of the festival, AI-Bro, reflecting curiosity, creativity, and innovative technology.

AI Fest 2026 Bootstraps With a Mission.

The AI Fest 2026 was inaugurated by Chandigarh University in a lively event. The project is expected to motivate the learning process and technology among students and participants. This event makes the university a center of AI-driven education and young innovation.

AI-Bro: The Future of Innovation.

The mascot AI-Bro was revealed in an active way and immediately became associated with people. The persona represents the young, tech-savvy nature of AI Fest 2026. It is a symbol of imagination and brilliant futures which the university encourages by such events.

What AI Fest 2026 Represents

The inauguration preconditions the further set of activities dedicated to AI applications, creativity, and problem-solving. Chandigarh University focuses on the practical learning process which equips students to the new technology environments. AI-Bro is an aesthetic identity that enables the fest to become more interesting and memorable among the participants. 

Presidency University, Bengaluru, via its School of Law, is hosting an International Conference, "Intellectual Property in the Climate and Sustainability Agenda" on April 24-25, 2026. The event will be organised in collaboration with Texas A&M University School of Law, USA and will be held at the university's Bengaluru campus. Global experts will gather to discuss the intersectional nature of intellectual property law and climate action and sustainability.

The conference will address key issues at the nexus of IP law, climate justice and green technology. Sessions will examine climate justice using IP frameworks, protecting and licensing green technology, data governance in sustainability projects and equitable access to sustainable innovations. Scholars, researchers, policymakers and IP practitioners from across the globe will join to discuss these urgent global challenges.

Event Details and Participation

Scheduled for April 24-25, 2026 (Friday-Saturday) at Presidency University, Bengaluru, the conference offers researchers the opportunity to present papers on intellectual property's role in climate and sustainability agendas. The call for papers is open now with submission guidelines available through Presidency University's official channels. Registration details are also available for delegates wishing to attend this international legal dialogue.

Benefits for Legal Researchers and Professionals

Participants will have direct interaction with international experts from the Texas A&M University School of Law and from Indian legal academics. The conference provides a dedicated space for the presentation of research, networking with compatriots in the field of global sustainability law, and keeping abreast of current developments in IP law around climate action. Certificates of participation and presentation will be provided, which improves academic and professional credentials.

Strategic International Collaboration

This USA-India academic partnership will facilitate cross-jurisdictional perspectives on intellectual property frameworks supporting climate goals. Legal professionals from Bengaluru and South India will find convenient access to this high-profile international event. The collaboration positions the Presidency School of Law as a key player in global discussions on climate and sustainability law.

The International Conference on Intellectual Property in the Climate and Sustainability Agenda is a great chance for legal researchers and practitioners to contribute to the major shaping of future IP policies for sustainable development.

With the call for papers now open, interested students and enthusiasts should visit Presidency University's website for all submission and registration information.

The Office of Alumni Engagement and the Christ University Alumni Foundation would like to invite alumni, families, and friends to the emotional, meaningful 56th Annual Family Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Being hosted at the historic Audi Block, Bangalore Central Campus on the Hosur Road, this nostalgia-filled event offers reminiscence, reunification, and the sheer Christ University alumni spirit that thousands of people rave about every year.

A Legacy Event Celebrating 56 Years of Togetherness

What was planned as a simple gathering is growing into Bengaluru's most emotional alumni reunion called the Christ University 56th Family Day 2026. This Republic Day weekend spectacle draws thousands back to their alma mater, transforming the sprawling central campus into a living memory lane. From first-batch pioneers to fresh graduates, everyone returns to relive lecture hall laughter, canteen banter, and lifelong friendships forged under Christ University's legendary arches.

Prestigious Leadership Gracing the Celebrations

The event carries special prestige with Dr. Fr. Jose C C, Vice Chancellor of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), and Mr. Jugnu Uberoi, President of the Alumni Foundation, personally gracing the occasion. Their presence makes it more than a simple reunion of friends who could join together and talk about the past and the present and future of the school; it is a formal sign of the achievements by alumni of Christ that all attendees feel like they are royal members of the family.

Why Christ Family Day 2026 Demands Your Presence

It is the most awaited event of the Bengaluru Christ University alumni as they will:

1. Relive Christ's golden memories.
2. Be connected again with missing batchmates via the Alumni Foundation network.
3. Share your success with the campus you called home.
4. Celebrate 56 years of Christ excellence with #ThriveTogether spirit.
5. Connect with professionals at this high profile event.

Parents meet the professors who transformed their children. Spouses discover the campus magic behind their partner's achievements. Children witness the legacy their parents built. It's emotional, electric, and exclusively Christ University.

Event Details: Don't Miss This Homecoming

• Date: Monday, January 26, 2026 (Republic Day Holiday)
• Time: 11:00 AM onwards
• Venue: Audi Block, Bangalore Central Campus, Hosur Road, Bengaluru
• Graced by: Dr. Fr. Jose C C (Vice Chancellor) & Mr. Jugnu Uberoi (Alumni Foundation President)

Register now via official Christ University Alumni Foundation link

Christ Alumni, Welcome Home Your Heritage.

To Bangalore working professionals, this Christ University Family Day is the ideal Republic Day long weekend reunion. Take your spouse, kids, parents, and demonstrate to them the sacred halls where your career started. Present students have an encounter with the accomplished alumni who followed their way. It is these moments that generate generational connections that make the #ChristAlumni network flourish.

Spots are limited and selling rapidly on this 56th edition. Christ University graduates, don't miss the seats, claim a place in Christ’s history.

On January 24, 2026 Silver Oak College of Nursing at Silver Oak University will conduct a Workshop on International Patient Safety Goals in partnership with the Sterling Hospitals. This industry-focused training program will expose the BSc (N) Sem-3 and FY GNM students to industry knowledge; a move that will support the university in its quest to provide quality healthcare education in the form of strategic partnerships.

Expert Leadership and Program Coordination

Ms. Vaishali Gujjar, Senior Infection Prevention and Control Nurse at the Sterling Hospital will lead the workshop with the title “International Patient Safety Goals”. As a practitioner at the forefront of the hospital, Ms. Gujjar will provide realistic information about the important patient safety measures. Ms. The program coordinator is Pooja Barapatre, Assistant Professor at Silver Oak College of Nursing, who will ensure that this beneficial industry-academia partnership is run smoothly.

Event Logistics and Accessibility

Scheduled for Friday, January 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the workshop takes place at Ignite Hall, D-Block, 6th Floor, Silver Oak University in Ahmedabad. This convenient 2-hour session specifically targets BSc Nursing Semester 3 students and First Year GNM students, making it easily accessible for the university's nursing community.

Direct Benefits for Nursing Students

This specialized training has instant professional benefits to the participants. BSc (N) Sem-3 and FY GNM students get patient safety knowledge relevant to industries at the Sterling Hospital which is the expert in infection control. The workshop discusses the key procedures followed in corporate hospitals, which will help close the gap between theory and practice in the classroom. The students develop practical skills in preventing infections, which increases their preparedness to hospital placements and medical careers.

Strengthening University-Industry Partnerships

This collaboration with Sterling Hospitals demonstrates Silver Oak University’s proactive approach to healthcare education. By hosting senior hospital professionals on campus, the university ensures nursing students receive training aligned with actual hospital requirements. Such partnerships create natural pathways for student placements while positioning Silver Oak College of Nursing as a preferred talent source for Ahmedabad's leading healthcare providers.

Continuing Healthcare Education Leadership

The workshop builds on Silver Oak University's recent community initiatives, including the Free Physiotherapy Camp at Bhagwat Bungalow Society. These consistent efforts showcase the university's dual focus on professional training and public health service. Through targeted workshops and hands-on programs, Silver Oak College of Nursing prepares graduates who meet the immediate needs of Gujarat's expanding healthcare sector.

Strategic Significance to Ahmedabad Healthcare

As the healthcare infrastructure in Ahmedabad is increasingly developing, patient safety skills are a necessity among nursing specialists. The involvement of Sterling Hospital confirms the quality of training in Silver Oak University and establishes a direct relationship between academic curriculum and the corporate healthcare provision. This workshop will provide the students with abilities that the corporate hospitals are pursuing in new employees.

Students of BSc (N) Sem-3 and FY GNM must contact Ms. Pooja Barapatre to confirm their participation. The Ignite Hall session will be a valuable, practical learning opportunity that will provide an insight into the expertise of Ms. Vaishali Gujjar on hospital matters.

JECRC University's 8th Diplomacy Summit (JDS 2026) gives students an opportunity to translate their inner thoughts into bold statements and actual policies. The Model United Nations event takes place from January 31 to February 1, 2026 and helps every student find the global leader within him or her. Join delegates from across India, debate world issues and create resolutions that spark real change.

The summit is on youth diplomacy, where young minds address the issues affecting the globe such as climate action, peace talks and economic connections. The participants are placed in the roles of the world leaders where they develop skills in negotiation, speaking in front of the crowd and making policies. It is easy to get started with, and simple rules and team backing have the novice building a solid resume in college admissions or jobs.

Why is JDS 2026 an Attractive Choice among students?

The JECRC Diplomacy Summit provides a platform to the Indian youth to express change in the real world. Representatives write resolutions to urgent issues, argue about them in the committees, and cast their votes on the policies.Past editions have seen over 500 participants win awards, network with experts, and gain certificates valued by top universities.

The event, organized by JECRC University in Jaipur is a combination of fun and learning consisting of crisis rounds, socials, and talks by diplomats. It is open to school and college students between the ages of 14-25 and with low fees as a way of promoting a large number of participation.

Key Highlights of the Event  

• Delegate Training: Workshops can be helpful in formulating arguments into good policies, perfect for beginners.  
• Committees and Awards: Several UN style committees that provide medals for the best delegate, researcher and more.  
• Global Powerhouse Feel: Dress up as diplomats, debate live and conclude with an inspiring closing ceremony.  
• Voice of Change: Youth led solutions for India's place in world affairs.

How To Join and Become A Leader  

The way to become a member and emerge as a Leader.

Enroll in JDS 2026 on the JECRC University site before slots are full. Get ready by reading simple UN news and rehearsing speeches. This summit develops confidence, teamwork and a global mind that transforms students into future policymakers.

This is the final diplomacy challenge that you cannot afford to miss at JECRC University. Become an international powerhouse and speak change January 31-Feb 1, 2026.