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The Hindu
12 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
PM Modi likely to participate in photoshoot with foreign students on Yoga Day
Around 400 foreign students pursuing their education in various educational institutions in the city are likely to interact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and even go for a photoshoot during the International Yoga Day celebrations schedule to be held on June 21. According to a tentative schedule, Mr. Modi may interact with the foreign students, a majority of them studying in Andhra University and GITAM Deemed to be University, briefly, sources said. At least 2,000 foreign students from over 50 countries are pursuing their UG, PG and PhD courses in various institutions in the city. These include around 1,000 from AU and 470 from GITAM. With their academic year scheduled to begin in July, most of them have gone on summer vacations. These institutions are bringing the available foreign students to the event and training them in yoga. During a conversation with some foreign students on Thursday with The Hindu, many of them said that the practice session was their first experience as they had never done yoga. 'Many of us are in the habit of going to the gym, playing indoor and outdoor games. Yoga is new for us. We have been practising yoga for the last week and it gives the feeling of wellbeing,' said Victor from Uganda, who pusrusing education in GITAM Deemed to be Unviersity A Japanese national, Soko Takeuchi, who did her PG in yoga in Pune, is currently pursuing her Ph.D at Department of Yoga and Consciousness at Andhra University. She is now a trainer for international students of AU. Every day, 90 to 100 students get trained by her in the international hostel. 'I love yoga. I am happy that I am a trainer for the international students,' Ms. Soko told The Hindu. Elina Mubhengi, an AU student from Nambia said, 'I had read about yoga in my school days, but after joining my course here at AU, I experienced it first hand. I am happy to know that our university has a Yoga Village for individuals who are interested in pursuing courses.' GITAM University Director (International Students Affairs) Prof. K.P.C. Kishan said that many students were not aware of yoga. 'Now, they are learning it and are getting a positive feeling. We have learnt about the special interaction programme with the Prime Minister. We are waiting for the final call from the organisers of the event,' he said. AU International students co-ordinator for yoga event, Prof. N.M Yugandhar said, 'We have been allotted compartment C-2, which is 100 metres away from the main venue at the RK beach. Around 150 foreign students from our university, who have been trained by Japanese yoga expert Soko, will participate in the event.'
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Science
- The Hindu
GITAM Deemed to be University receives NBA accreditation
GITAM Deemed to be University received accreditation granted by National Board of Accreditation (NBA) under the Tier-I format aligned with the Washington Accord. The NBA accreditation is a significant endorsement of quality, particularly in engineering and technology programmes. It validates program outcomes, institutional processes, and ensures alignment with international educational standards—thereby enhancing the global mobility and employability of graduates, according to a release here on Saturday. The NBA has accredited GITAM programmes such as in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, and Biotechnology, and also and Master of Computer Applications.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- Science
- Hans India
60 international students graduate in various streams
Visakhapatnam: Celebrating the achievements of international students from Kenya, Rwanda, Bhutan, Nigeria, Nepal, Ethiopia, Uganda, and other nations, GITAM hosted its sixth special graduation ceremony here on Wednesday. Highlighting the growing appeal of India's higher education system among international students, Registrar D. Gunasekharan emphasised that India's educational landscape is rich in diversity, culture, and history makes it a preferred global destination for academic pursuits. The institution's School of Pharmacy Principal Srinivas urged graduates to apply their acquired knowledge towards the development of human capital in their home countries. He encouraged them to pursue research-oriented careers to better serve society. GIMSR Biochemistry department Professor K Viswa Kalyan congratulated the students and encouraged them to continue learning in order to stay competitive in today's world. Speaking on the internationalisation of education, Director of International Affairs KPC Kishan shared that over 400 students from 43 countries are currently enrolled across various programmes. He acknowledged the Central Government's 'Study in India' initiative for promoting Indian higher education on the global stage. Dr Kishan also reminded the audience that India has historically contributed groundbreaking innovations and discoveries to the world. He invited graduates to join the Indian Alumni Association to stay connected and strengthen professional networks globally. This year, 60 international students successfully completed programmes in engineering, science, pharmacy, paramedical sciences, and management. The ceremony marked a proud moment for both the graduates and the institution, reinforcing the institution's commitment to academic excellence and global collaboration.
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
GITAM holds special graduation event for international students
GITAM Deemed to be University hosted its sixth special graduation ceremony on Wednesday for international students from Kenya, Rwanda, Bhutan, Nigeria, Nepal, Ethiopia, Uganda, and other nations. This year, 60 international students successfully completed programmes in disciplines of engineering, science, pharmacy, paramedical sciences, and management. Speaking at the event, Registrar Prof. D. Gunasekharan emphasised that India's educational landscape is rich in diversity, culture, and history, making it a preferred global destination for higher education. GITAM School of Pharmacy Principal Prof. Srinivas urged the graduates to apply their acquired knowledge towards building human capital in their home countries. He encouraged them to pursue research-driven careers to serve society. University Director (International Affairs) K.P.C. Kishan shared that over 400 students from 43 countries are currently enrolled at GITAM across various programs. He acknowledged the Central Government's `Study in India' initiative for promoting Indian higher education on the global stage. He invited graduates to join the Indian Alumni Association to stay connected and expand their professional networks globally.
Hans India
03-06-2025
- Hans India
FDP on cyber security for faculty, researchers, professionals
Visakhapatnam: To equip institution's faculty, researchers and industry professionals with advanced knowledge and tools to combat rising cyber threats, a faculty development programme (FDP) on cyber security was held here on Monday. Organised jointly by GITAM and CDAC, the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) located in Hyderabad is a Scientific Society of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The C-DAC centre head CHAS Murthy and noted cyber security expert Sarat Chandra Babu attended as resource persons and emphasised the urgent need for educational institutions to lead the charge in cyber security preparedness and human resource development. The experts briefed about current vulnerabilities, AI-driven cyber threats and the growing importance of securing digital infrastructures. They said that under the national Information Security Education and Awareness framework, the programme aims to bridge the knowledge gap between evolving threats and institutional readiness. The institution's School of Computer Science and Engineering dean S. Arun Kumar reaffirmed the institution's commitment to enhancing digital resilience and fostering academic-industry collaboration in cyber security. The School of Technology director K. Nagendra Prasad mentioned that the FDP represents the institution's continued dedication to academic excellence and national digital empowerment, creating a skilled workforce ready to tackle tomorrow's cyber challenges. The six day FDP features a well-curated line-up of expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and collaborative discussions on emerging cybersecurity trends, including topics like IoT security, vulnerability exploitation, the MITRE ATT&CK framework and real-world defence strategies.
