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Glimpse of 73rd Convocation of Panjab University

IQAC Department2025-12-15T05:38:12+00:00December 13th, 2025|Categories: Celebrations, University News|

Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Shri Gulab Chand Kataria presided over the 73rd Convocation of Panjab University, where students of the 2025 batch were awarded degrees, medals and prizes. Honoris Causa degrees and PU Ratna awards were conferred upon Prof. K.N. Pathak (Doctor of Science), Dr Vijay P. Bhatkar (Doctor of Science), Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel (Doctor of Laws), Prof. Pradeep Thalappil (PU Vigyan Ratna Award), Sarabjot Singh (PU Khel Ratna Award) and Amarjit Grewal (PU Sahitya Ratna Award). #PanjabUniversity #Chandigarh #PUConvocation #73rdConvocation #AcademicExcellence #HigherEducation #HonorisCausa #PURatnaAwards @sarabjotsingh30

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Panjab University Strengthens Global Research Ties at International S&T Conference

IQAC Department2025-12-11T06:32:15+00:00December 5th, 2025|Categories: PU in NEWS, Research, University News|

Panjab University Vice Chancellor and PI-RAHI (Panjab University–IIT Ropar Regional Accelerator for Holistic Innovations) Chairperson Prof Renu Vig, along with senior officials, participated in the 1st International Science and Technology Clusters Conference “Making Lives Easier Through S&T” at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. At the two-day international conference, PI-RAHI signed MoUs with HL Klemove and INC Innovation Centre Germany to collaborate on joint research, mobility programmes and technology transfer. The event was organised by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser(PSA) to the Government of India, led by Prof Ajay Sood, and attended by delegates from India [...]

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PU Scientists Develop Patented Enzyme System to Convert Toxic Malathion into Safe Compounds

IQAC Department2025-12-11T06:41:54+00:00December 3rd, 2025|Categories: University News|

Panjab University has been granted a patent for a smart and safe technology to break down the harmful pesticide malathion into non‑toxic compounds, helping reduce hazardous residues in soil, crops and water bodies.​ PU scientists have developed an innovative immobilised fungal enzyme system that converts malathion into harmless metabolites, offering an eco‑friendly alternative to conventional chemical clean‑up methods.​ A step towards cleaner soil, safer food and more sustainable farming practices, supporting national goals under Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.​ #PanjabUniversity #Chandigarh #Research #Innovation #SustainableFarming #CleanSoil #SafeFood #AgriTech #Environment #MoEFCC #MakeInIndia #AtmanirbharBharat

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Panjab University has launched its AICTE IDEA Lab at PI-RAHI, South Campus

IQAC Department2025-12-12T04:36:30+00:00November 22nd, 2025|Categories: PU in NEWS, University News|

Panjab University has launched its AICTE IDEA Lab at PI-RAHI, South Campus. UT Education Secretary Prerna Puri and PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig inaugurated the Lab, which is set up for prototyping, product work and cross-disciplinary research. The three-day SPARC-sponsored workshop on AI, IoT and Industry 4.0 was also organised at the facility. #PanjabUniversity #AICTEIDEALab #Chandigarh #Innovation #AI #IoT #Industry4_0 #Research #Engineering #SPARC #HigherEducation #PIRAHI #UIET

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18th Chandigarh Science Congress (CHASCON) will take place at Panjab University from November 06 – 08, 2025

IQAC Department2025-11-06T05:52:37+00:00November 4th, 2025|Categories: Event, PU in NEWS, University News|

The 18th Chandigarh Science Congress (CHASCON) will take place at Panjab University from November 06 - 08, 2025. Introduced in 2007, CHASCON has grown into a major national conference that brings together young researchers, experienced faculty, industry professionals, and policymakers from across India and beyond. CHASCON provides a platform for sharing research, exchanging fresh ideas, and finding innovative scientific and technological solutions to realworld problems. This year's theme, "Empowering Humanity: Science, Technology, and Healthcare for All," puts the spotlight on the crucial role of scientific discovery and technological advancements in improving lives and ensuring access to quality healthcare for everyone. Across [...]

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Panjab University’s 6th Global Alumni Meet 2025 celebrated shared roots, lifelong learning, and global impact.

IQAC Department2025-11-06T05:16:27+00:00November 1st, 2025|Categories: Celebrations, PU in NEWS, University News|

Panjab University’s 6th Global Alumni Meet 2025 celebrated shared roots, lifelong learning, and global impact. Many PU Alumni including Justice Swatanter Kumar (Former Judge, Supreme Court of India), Dr. Sagar Preet Hooda (DGP, Chandigarh), Acharya Krishan Kant Attri, MBE (Hindu Chaplain, HM Forces, UK), Padma Shri Dr. Neelam Mansingh Chaudhary (Theatre Artist), Arjuna Awardee Rajpal Singh (former Indian Hockey team captain), Dr Rajesh K. Pillania (Happiness Professor) and Dr. Amarendra Behera (Joint Director, CIET-NCERT) shared inspiring insights. Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig highlighted PU’s global achievements and alumni-led initiatives driving innovation and excellence. The meet rekindled pride and connection, reminding [...]

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Bar Council of England & Wales Delegation Visits Panjab University

IQAC Department2025-10-28T04:44:02+00:00October 17th, 2025|Categories: University News|

Bar Council of England & Wales Delegation Visits Panjab University The University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), Panjab University, hosted a distinguished delegation from the Bar Council of England & Wales for an insightful conference on “A Lawyer’s Journey: Challenges and Opportunities with the Bar of England & Wales.” The session featured thought-provoking discussions on global legal practice, diversity, and opportunities for young lawyers. It concluded with an engaging interaction between students and the visiting panel. #PanjabUniversity #UILS #BarCouncilOfEnglandAndWales

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CERN Physicist Visits PU!

IQAC Department2025-10-28T04:26:55+00:00October 16th, 2025|Categories: University News|

CERN Physicist Visits PU! Prof. Marco van Leeuwen, Spokesperson of the ALICE Collaboration at CERN’s LHC, visited Panjab University and delivered a captivating lecture on “Exploring Quark–Gluon Plasma” at Physics Department. He also met Vice-Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig to discuss future collaborations. #PanjabUniversity #CERN #ALICEExperiment #LHC

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Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026

IQAC Department2025-10-28T04:42:47+00:00October 10th, 2025|Categories: University News|

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, continues its upward journey in global rankings — improving across all key parameters and securing a place in the 601–800 global rank band among leading universities worldwide. 🌍 PU was ranked in the 801–1000 bracket in 2024. PU continues to rise across global and national rankings, strengthening its performance across various parameters of THE, QS, and NIRF rankings — a reflection of its student-centric approach and growing research excellence. #PanjabUniversity #THEWorldUniversityRankings #GlobalRankings #University #India

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Panjab University Scientists Among World’s Top 2%

IQAC2025-09-23T05:26:36+00:00September 23rd, 2025|Categories: Academic Laurels, University News|

Panjab University continues to shine on the global academic stage, with several of its faculty members being ranked among the world’s top 2% scientists in the prestigious Stanford University database. This recognition underscores the University’s commitment to research excellence, innovation, and global impact across diverse fields of science and technology. The rankings are based on comprehensive citation metrics and career-long research impact, published by Stanford University and Elsevier. They reflect the global recognition of Panjab University’s scholars who have contributed significantly to advancing knowledge in their respective domains. This proud moment not only highlights the individual achievements of our distinguished [...]

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