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Panjab University Alumni Association Hosts Scholarship Award Function

IQAC2025-02-19T05:37:44+00:00February 18th, 2025|Categories: Alumni, Event, Scholarships, University News|

The Panjab University Alumni Association (PUAA) celebrated academic excellence at its annual Scholarship Award Function, held at the Principal P.L. Anand Auditorium, Chandigarh. Dr. Kiran Bedi IPS (Retd.), former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry and a proud PU alumna, graced the event as the Chief Guest. She inspired students with her insights on leadership and the value of hard work. 164 meritorious students from various PU departments and affiliated colleges were awarded scholarships, while 19 students received need-cum-merit stipends, made possible through the generosity of PU alumni. The event also marked the release of the Punjabi edition of Dr. Bedi’s book, [...]

Panjab University Rose Festival

IQAC2025-02-19T05:59:51+00:00February 7th, 2025|Categories: Celebrations, Event|

Panjab University Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig inaugurated the 14th Panjab University Rose Festival, which will continue until February 9! 115+ rose varieties are on display. Enjoy three days of cultural performances, competitions, and celebrations!  Festival Highlights Feb 7: Flower Competition | Mr. & Ms. Rose | Jagjit Wadali Live Feb 8: Rangoli & Painting Competitions |  Rock Band “Parwaaz”  Feb 9: Rose Prince & Princess | Crowning Ceremony |  Punjabi Singer Jeet Jagjit

The 38th AIU North Zone Inter-University Youth Festival at Panjab University

IQAC2025-02-19T06:04:58+00:00February 5th, 2025|Categories: Competition, Event|

The 38th AIU North Zone Inter-University Youth Festival concluded at Panjab University, Chandigarh, after five days of incredible performances, cultural brilliance, and fierce competition! With 1,000+ students from 21 universities, PU once again took center stage as a hub of artistic excellence and youthful energy. Panjab University’s Remarkable Achievements:  2nd Runner-Up Trophy in Theatre & Literary Categories 1st Place in Mehndi Competition  2nd Place in Quiz, Western Vocal (Solo), One Act Play & Skit  3rd Place in Group Singing (Indian), Classical Vocal & More The Valedictory Ceremony at Law Auditorium was graced by Dr. Mamta Rani Aggarwal, Additional Secretary, [...]

PI-RAHI Hosts Inspiring Lecture by Prof. Lars Montelius at Panjab University

IQAC2025-02-19T06:10:09+00:00January 28th, 2025|Categories: Projects, Research, Technology|

The Panjab University-IIT Ropar Regional Accelerator for Holistic Innovations Foundation (PI-RAHI), in collaboration with CIL/SAIF, hosted an engaging and enlightening lecture by Prof. Lars Montelius, Professor Emeritus at Lund University, Sweden, and former Director-General of the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, Portugal. Titled “Science in Our Time – For People, Planet, and Prosperity”, the lecture explored the transformative potential of mega-trends such as IoT, AI, Big Data, and social media in addressing global challenges. Prof. Montelius emphasised the need for: A robust green transition for a sustainable future Stronger supply chains for critical products Interdisciplinary collaboration to tackle political and [...]

US Delegation Visits Panjab University

IQAC2025-02-19T06:15:51+00:00January 13th, 2025|Categories: Research, Special Lecture|

Today, Panjab University welcomed a delegation of 13 faculty members from various universities across the United States as part of a study tour to India, organised by The American Institute of Indian Studies (AIIS). The US delegation had an engaging interaction  with PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig, discussing sustainable development projects spearheaded by Panjab University. Together, we’re shaping a more sustainable future!

Panjab University Celebrates Innovation at IP Award Ceremony

IQAC2025-02-19T06:22:21+00:00January 7th, 2025|Categories: Awards, Faculty, Patent, Research|

Panjab University, Chandigarh, Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig honored the leading PU inventors for their groundbreaking contributions to research and innovation at the IP Award Ceremony. With 45 patents secured during 2023-24, PU continues to lead as a hub for technological advancements and entrepreneurship. Notable Innovations: • A probiotic formulation for skin and vaginal health by Prof. Indu Pal Kaur. • An efficient microbial culturing apparatus by Prof. Rohit Sharma. • A nano-formulation for berbamine delivery by Prof. Maninder Karan and Prof. Karan Vasisht. • A synthetic peptide antigen for salmonellosis detection by Profs. Parveen Rishi and Rupinder Tewari. [...]

Panjab University 5th Global Alumni Meet

IQAC2025-02-19T06:33:41+00:00December 22nd, 2024|Categories: Alumni, Event|

Panjab University extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble Vice-President of India & Chancellor, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji, for gracing the 5th Global Alumni Meet with his esteemed presence and inspiring words. Padma Bhushan awardee and founder of @theprintindia, Shri Shekhar Gupta, shared his inspiring journey as a proud alumnus of Panjab University’s School of Communication Studies. Shri Atul Karwal, former IPS officer and former Director General of the NDRF, shared humorous anecdotes from his student days and credited the University Business School for shaping his perspective. Hon’ble Governor of Gujarat and PU alumnus, Acharya Devvrat, inspired the audience [...]

PU Wins Inter-University Youth Festival Champions Trophy

IQAC2024-12-03T11:12:38+00:00December 3rd, 2024|Categories: Competition|

Panjab University has clinched the overall champion trophy at the 2024 Inter-University Youth Festival, held at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana (Nov 29 - Dec 2). Competing against 16 universities, PU excelled in 45 events across literary, heritage, music, fine arts, and dance categories under the aegis of the Department of Youth Welfare. A proud moment for Team PU!

Panjab University to Host 38th AIU North Zone Inter-University Youth Festival!

IQAC2024-12-03T11:26:38+00:00November 28th, 2024|Categories: Event|

Get ready for the UNIFEST at Panjab University from Feb 1-5, 2025 – a celebration of talent, culture, and creativity! Students from over 20 universities across Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Chandigarh will compete in 40 exciting events across Theatre, Music, Fine Arts, Literary Arts, & Dance!

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