World Environment Day
June 6, 2023-To mark World Environment Day, a tree plantation drive was initiated at the Panjab University, Chandigarh under the leadership of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Renu Vig. On this occasion, saplings of shrubs, herbs, and flowering plants were planted around the CIL/SAIF and student centre to beautify the campus. During this drive, the University planted around 8000 saplings in Panjab University's main campus and south campus.
Panjab University Emerges Victorious at Khelo India University Games
Panjab University has once again demonstrated its athletic prowess by clinching the title of overall champions at the third edition of the Khelo India University Games. The university secured a remarkable total of 69 medals, comprising 26 gold, 17 silver, and 26 bronze. The final day of the games witnessed an impressive performance by Yash Ghangas, the reigning National Games champion, who captivated the crowd at BBD University in Lucknow. Ghangas showcased his skills in the men's 100+kg category of judo, securing a gold medal for Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (CBLU). Mumbai University also made their mark with a gold [...]
Panjab University Unveils ‘Jawan Tarang’ Magazine Celebrating Student Achievements
In a grand ceremony, Professor Renu Vig, the Vice-Chancellor of Panjab University, Chandigarh, unveiled the highly anticipated annual student magazine 'Jawan Tarang' for the academic year 2022-2023. The publication showcases the remarkable accomplishments of the students associated with the Department of Youth Welfare at Panjab University, Chandigarh. Present at the event were Professor Sanjay Kaushik, Dean of College Development Council, Dr. Rohit Kumar Sharma, Director of Youth Welfare, Dr. Tejinder Singh, Assistant Director of Youth Welfare, and Professor Simrat Kahlon, Dean of Student Welfare (Women), along with all the magazine editors. The 'Jawan Tarang' magazine is a comprehensive compilation of [...]
The Department of Indian Theatre’s “Jasma Odan”
The Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh, has culminated its annual production "Jasma Odan," written by Shanta Gandhi. The play is designed and directed by Dr. Navdeep Kaur, Chairperson of the Department of Indian Theatre, Panjab University, Chandigarh
7thAnnual Convocation and 47th Prize Giving Function held at USOL
Students of University School of Open Learning (USOL), Panjab University received their degrees at the 7th Annual convocation, held in the auditorium of the Department. It was also the 47th Annual Prize giving function, wherein the meritorious distance learners received awards and prizes for the distinctions/positions earned in various fields as sports, creating-writing, cultural performances etc. While addressing the students, the Chief-guest, Prof Harsh Nayar, Director Research and Development Cell, Panjab University, emphasized the need of the cultivation of interdisciplinary perspectives and skill-enhancement including up gradation in terms of artificial intelligence, as also stressed by the New Education Policy-2020, [...]
CENTRAL PLACMENT CELL, PANJAB UNIVERSITY ORGANIZED “INDUSTRY ACADEMIA MEET”
The Central Placement Cell organised its annual “Industry Academia Meet” on 5th April, 2023 in Law Auditorium, Panjab University, Chandigarh. More than 550 students across 38 departments attended the event. The dignitaries from the industry were Mr. Varun Puri (Director Deloitte Consulting), Mr. Vivek Atray (ex-IAS Officer), Mr. G.B. Singh (Regional Head- SBI Mutual Fund), Dr. Yogesh Nagpal (Founder MD- Winsome Intellectual Property Solutions).
Prof Renu Cheema Vig Appointed as Vice Chancellor of Panjab University
Prof Renu Cheema Vig Professor Renu Cheema Vig has been appointed as the Vice Chancellor of Panjab University by Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday1. She is presently the Dean of University Instruction (DUI) 1. Professor Renu Vig is the first woman to hold the position of Vice Chancellor in the varsity’s history 23. At least 140 applications for the post of V-C were received. Later, a three-member search-cum-selection committee recommended three names. Prof Vig’s name was selected out of the three4. After assuming charge on Wednesday, Prof Vig said that improving the university’s rankings and implementing the National Educational Policy (NEP-2020) would be [...]
