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The NSS Unit of BMS College of Engineering received the National Social Impact Award, given by the National Integrated Forum of Artists and Activists (NIFAA) India and the NSS State Cell. The award is a recognition of their outstanding performance on the Samvedna -2 Blood Donation Campaign 2025.

The award was given by Padma Shri Dr. C. R. Chandrashekhar, along with Dr. Prathap Lingaiah, NSS State Officer, and Dr. Ashwin S. Shetty, National President of NIFAA. The award highlights Dr. Sujatha N.'s leadership of the NSS Unit.

Record-Breaking Samvedna-2 Campaign Success 

The award also recognizes the significant contribution of BMSCE to the Samvedna-2 Blood Donation Campaign 2025. The team organized 1,055 camps across Karnataka, and supported thousands through blood donation, and set new precedents of student-led service.

Dual Recognition by an International Organisation 

The NSS Unit was also awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the World Record of Excellence in England in its efforts on the biggest blood donation drive, Samvedna II 2025. These two awards highlight their humanitarian effect.

University Leadership Credits Team Effort The NSS Unit appreciated the constant support of the BMSCE management and the Principal. They provided advice to students to conduct effective community-service projects, which reached thousands across Karnataka.

Why This is important 

With more emphasis on placements and rankings in engineering colleges, BMSCE can be distinguished by its social responsibility. The success indicates that engineering students of Karnataka are able to balance between academic and community service.

The national status positions BMSCE as a model for NIRF institutions that are technical excellence and humanitarian service providers.

The Universal AI University had a visit from the team of the US-based NGO, Embers International. The NGO works for the empowerment of women who are victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and other adverse situations. They also help the women's children. The NGO has an arm called Sahasee Embers Center located in Turbhe, Navi Mumbai. 

The US-based team included Ms. Kathryn Paik (Program Director), Mr. Landon Eckhardt (Finance In-Charge), Ms. Karen Lacey, and Mr. Afzal Mansouri, who is a young victim of adverse situations and is currently being helped by the programs of Embers International. 

The team met with the university officials and students. The officials included Dr. Simon Mak, Vice Chancellor; Prof. Elora Basumatary, Dean; Quality & Adult Supervisor, GirlUp UAi; and student members of GirlUp UAi, the university's chapter of the United Nations Foundation's GirlUp initiative. 

The meeting discussed the potential for the students of the United Nations Foundation's initiative for the empowerment of girls and women, GirlUp UAi, the university's chapter, to volunteer with the children of the women being helped by the programs of Embers International. 

Moreover, as per the recent post, the university is keen to develop a relationship with the NGO based on compassion and service. This makes the university a better place to study and grow professionally as well as perceptually. 

SAGE University Indore observed International Women’s Day as SAGE Shakti 2026, a special program conducted by SAGE University’s Women Grievance Cell. This program acknowledged women’s contributions to their respective fields and emphasized the need to empower women.

Organized with Purpose

The program was conducted under the guidance of SAGE University’s Chancellor Engineer Sanjeev Agrawal and led by Sakshi Bansal. This program reflects SAGE University’s motto: “Give to Gain,” helping others while building a better institution ourselves. Women who have achieved something worthwhile in their respective fields were honored at this program.

Special Guests Share Insights

Ms. Manjeet Sandhu Garg and Advocate Ms. Nisha Tanwar attended as Guests of Honor at SAGE Shakti 2026. They shared their life experiences, motivating women to move forward towards their goals with confidence and determination.

Focus on Women Empowerment

SAGE University’s program to celebrate International Women’s Day as SAGE Shakti 2026 reflects their efforts to provide a supportive environment to women students, faculty, and staff at SAGE University. This program also emphasizes how acknowledging women’s contributions can help build a better campus.

The program was simple but valuable, honoring women’s achievements and offering valuable advice to women who strive to achieve their respective careers. This program reminded everyone that helping women move forward can help everyone move forward as a community.

Invincia 2026, one of the largest college cultural festivals in Bengaluru, is happening soon, hosted by Presidency University. During this fest, students of more than 250 colleges will gather to compete, dance, and sing, creating college memories that will be remembered forever. It is a fest with a massive ₹10 lakh prize pool and over 50 different events that will ensure there is non-stop fun and excitement.

Expect music performances, dance, fashion, art, film-making, theatre, debates, esports, photography, and management. It will also have very exciting stalls with food and games and a special Pro Night live entertainment that people will be talking about.

The opportunity to demonstrate your talent on a national level is what is special about Invincia. Whether you love singing, dancing, gaming, or public speaking, Invincia has something for everyone. The festival is a reunion of students of various colleges to celebrate creativity and energy.

The Invincia Pass is simple to get access to at only ₹500, or avail  early bird offer at ₹399 by registering today. It is easy to pay, just scan the left QR code on the poster with GPay or PhonePe. The right QR code provides the complete list of events and brochure.

It is the ideal post exams break, and there are lots of prizes to be won and a possibility to meet students throughout Karnataka. You cannot afford to miss the music, madness, and memories. Sign up today to be a part of the largest college festival in Bengaluru! Visit their official website for more information.

Samatrix.io, one of the top training service providers in AI and technology has signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding with Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU) to introduce undergraduate courses in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science and Data Analytics at the university with industry relevance. The partnership will focus on filling the gap between the academia and industry needs of 2026 graduates.

Four Future-Ready Programs Launching

The partnership introduces four specialized programs designed for booming job markets:

B.Tech CSE Specializations (4 Years):

• AI & Machine Learning
• Data Science

Application Degrees (3 Years):

• BCA AI & Machine Learning
• BBA Data Analytics

Industry-Grade Student Benefits

RNTU-Samatrix students get advanced  training:

• Live, industry-evolving curriculum with latest AI/ML frameworks
• On-campus delivery by experienced faculty in modern labs
• Real-world projects building portfolio-ready work
• Dedicated placement support through Samatrix's industry network
• Specialized AI laboratories for hands-on experimentation

Perfect Timing for Bhopal Aspirants

The MoU signing in Bhopal united industry leaders and academic officials, marking RNTU's transformation into Madhya Pradesh's AI/ML education hub. With JEE Main 2026 counseling approaching and NIRF rankings prioritizing industry-aligned programs, these degrees position students for top tech placements.

Why Students Should Act Now

As JEE Main 2026 counselling looms and NIRF rankings focus on industry-oriented programmes, these Samatrix-RNTU degrees put Bhopal students in the best positions to get placements in tech giants. The live projects and placement support in the curriculum address the frequent complaint: graduates with degrees, not skills.

Admission Opportunity

There are direct admissions to eligible Class 12 students. DM to Samatrix.io or go on the official Web site of RNTU to apply in full.

This partnership with Bhopal is part of the expanding network of universities of Samatrix, and now cutting-edge AI/ML education is available in non-metro areas. The students of Madhya Pradesh who are planning AI careers in the year 2026, your strong new start is ready.

Parul University,Vadodara has made headlines by winning at the prestigious 39th Inter-University National Youth Festival 2025-26 organised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The university won the 1st runners-up position overall with brilliant performances in categories such as music, cultural procession, theatre and dance.

Event Overview

The AIU Inter-University National Youth Festival or UNIFEST as it is known, brings together students of the top universities in India to celebrate cultural talents since 1985. This 39th edition for 2025-26 was conducted in zonal rounds with the West Zone seeing Parul University winning the overall title for the third consecutive year.

Key 39th AIU Youth Festival Results (2025-26 Season):

• North Zone (Chitkara University, Punjab):

• Overall Champion: Chandigarh University.
• Winning Highlights:
  Chandigarh University won overall titles in Music, Literary, and Fine Arts.

• North East Zone (Assam Don_Bosco_University):

• Winners: USTM won Light Indian Vocal Solo and Western Vocal Solo.
• 1st Runners-Up: USTM Classical Vocal Solo.

Parul University's journey is a reflection of good preparation after dominating the West Zone with victories in the fields of music (classical vocal solo, group songs), fine arts (painting, poster making), dance (folk), etc.

This follows up on their hat-trick from the West Zone, with 1st in music in the categories such as classical instrumental and folk orchestra; 2nd in classical dance, mimicry; and 3rd in choreography. Such all-round prowess qualified them for nationals, as a proof of consistent excellence.

Importance to Indian Higher Education

AIU's UNIFEST is promoting cultural pride and youth leadership among more than 40 million students. Parul University's win as a private Gujarat University is an inspiration to peers in the midst of India's increasing university rankings like NIRF 2025 where it ranks high.

This achievement adds to Parul's image as one of the best cultural centres, in accordance with the trends in holistic education. Dedication of students with the support of mentors creates a standard for national unity through arts.