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The Hindu
02-08-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Alva's Pragati concludes with 2,873 candidates securing on the spot jobs
The two-day mega placement drive, Alva's Pragati 2025, concluded on Saturday, with 2,873 candidates securing jobs on the spot at Alva's Education Foundation in Moodbidri, according to the foundation. The 15th edition of the job fair witnessed participation from 288 companies and saw a footfall of 14,245 job aspirants from across the country. A total of 260 companies shortlisted 3,734 candidates for the final rounds of selection. On the second day alone, 1,513 job seekers took part in the recruitment process, a release said. Several reputed firms offered competitive packages across the sectors. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia-based leading industrial conglomerate Expertise recruited 37 candidates with a package of ₹9 lakh an annum. Global technology and services company, Concentrix, offered ₹5 lakh an annum to five candidates, while Mumbai-based global logistics conglomerate, Allcargo Logistics, hired nine candidates, with packages ranging from ₹3 to ₹5 lakh an annum. Tejaswini Groups selected 11 candidates for ₹6 lakh an annum, while Infosys BPM recruited 79 candidates. Fortune Groups, a Dubai-based hospitality firm, selected five candidates with packages between ₹5 to ₹8.75 lakh an annum. Leading Edtech firm Codeyoung extended offers to 20 candidates with salaries ranging from ₹4.36 to ₹8.36 lakh an annum, and K12 Techno Services recruited 42 candidates at ₹6 lakh an annum. Prominent healthcare provider Narayana Hrudayalaya selected 43 candidates and shortlisted 28 more for final interviews. Zee Entertainment also shortlisted 11 candidates for its final selection round, the release added.
Hans India
02-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Pragati 2025 launched to bridge education–employment divide
Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday inaugurated Alva's Pragati 2025, a large-scale job fair held at Alva's Education Foundation, and lauded the event as a progressive step towards aligning education with inclusive employment. Speaking at the event, the Minister said, 'When education fails to lead to employment, talent becomes a burden on society. Events like this not only provide opportunities but restore dignity to job seekers and empower them.' He praised the institution for its societal vision and for conducting the fair without commercial intent. The event, in its latest edition, attracted 12,732 job seekers on the opening day, with 285 companies participating. Of these aspirants, 11,509 had registered online in advance, while 2,307 more registered at the venue. Mangalore University Vice Chancellor Dr P.L. Dharma noted a shift in hiring trends, highlighting that employers today actively seek qualified candidates rather than waiting passively for applications. Former Minister Ramanath Rai unveiled an AI-based app designed to match candidates with suitable jobs based on their skills and qualifications. Several coastal entrepreneurs—including Praveen Kumar Shetty, KS Sheikh Karnire, Ravish Kamath, Rohan Monteiro, and Suyog Shetty—were honoured for creating global employment ecosystems. The programme was presided over by MLA Umanath Kotian and saw participation from political and academic dignitaries including Dr M Mohan Alva, Nalin Kumar Kateel, and MLC Bhoje Gowda.
USA Today
01-08-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida's starting QB DJ Lagway named to Allstate Wuerffel Trophy preseason watch list
The 2025 edition of the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy preseason watch list was recently released, which included Florida Gators' starting quarterback DJ Lagway among the award's record 116 nominees ahead of the 2025 campaign. Lagway has immersed himself in the local community during his first year in the city, involving himself with several organizations in both Gainesville and the surrounding area of Alachua County. This list of groups includes the Education Foundation, Alachua Habitat for Humanity, Made for More, SWAG (Southwest Advocacy Group), Ronald McDonald House, Special Olympics, Food4Kids, Balance 180 and Feeding Tampa Bay for a total of 38 hours. The sophomore gunslinger has also committed time to his epynomously named DJ Lagway Foundation, which partners with UF Health to provide resources and opportunities for underprivileged kids. Together, they support community programs like wellness drives, health screenings and physical education outreach. Lagway was also named to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team with his nomination for the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy. About the Danny Wuerffel Trophy The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Award was created by Gator great Danny Wuerffel and his foundation and is given to the college football player who is a leader in the field of community service during their time in college. The selection requirements include a GPA above 3.0 while playing for the first team at a Football Bowl Subdivision school, and must participate in community service that is sustained, measurable and documented. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
Hans India
01-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Alva's Pragati 2025 Launched to Bridge Education–Employment Divide
Moodbidire: Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday inaugurated Alva's Pragati 2025, a large-scale job fair held at Alva's Education Foundation, and lauded the event as a progressive step towards aligning education with inclusive employment. Speaking at the event, the Minister said, 'When education fails to lead to employment, talent becomes a burden on society. Events like this not only provide opportunities but restore dignity to job seekers and empower them.' He praised the institution for its societal vision and for conducting the fair without commercial intent. The event, in its latest edition, attracted 12,732 job seekers on the opening day, with 285 companies participating. Of these aspirants, 11,509 had registered online in advance, while 2,307 more registered at the venue. Mangalore University Vice Chancellor Dr P.L. Dharma noted a shift in hiring trends, highlighting that employers today actively seek qualified candidates rather than waiting passively for applications. Former Minister Ramanath Rai unveiled an AI-based app designed to match candidates with suitable jobs based on their skills and qualifications. Several coastal entrepreneurs—including Praveen Kumar Shetty, KS Sheikh Karnire, Ravish Kamath, Rohan Monteiro, and Suyog Shetty—were honoured for creating global employment ecosystems. The programme was presided over by MLA Umanath Kotian and saw participation from political and academic dignitaries including Dr M Mohan Alva, Nalin Kumar Kateel, and MLC Bhoje Gowda.
Hans India
25-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Alva's Pragati 2025 to Offer 15,000 Jobs in Multi-Sector Mega Fair
Mangalore: In a major push towards employment generation in semi-urban and rural India, Alva's Education Foundation is hosting the 15th edition of Alva's Pragati, a mega multi-sector job fair, on August 1 and 2 at Vidyagiri, near Mangaluru. Launched in 2007, the initiative has created a robust employment ecosystem for aspirants from less-privileged and rural backgrounds. So far, Alva's Pragati has enabled 36,151 confirmed job placements and over 61,500 candidates have been shortlisted by various companies for final rounds. This year, the fair has attracted 285+ companies offering 15,930+ job opportunities. The sectors include Information Technology, IT-enabled services, healthcare, pharma, banking, retail, hospitality, telecom, education, media, NGOs, and manufacturing. Firms are open to hiring graduates, postgraduates, engineers, paramedics, diploma holders, ITI-certified candidates, PUC, SSLC, and even freshers with basic qualifications. Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao will inaugurate the two-day event. Mangalore University VC Dr P.L. Dharma will be the guest of honour, while local MLA Umanath Kotian will preside. Alva's Chairman Dr M Mohan Alva and several local dignitaries will be present. The event will also felicitate several global Indian entrepreneurs and industry leaders such as Shashi Kiran Shetty (AllCargo Logistics), Praveen Shetty (Fortune Hotels, Dubai), and Rohit Monteiro (Rohan Corporation), acknowledging their contribution to business and employment. Candidates can register free of charge at The platform also lists company-wise job openings and qualification requirements. 'We focus not just on placements but on creating a sustainable employability model,' said Vivek Alva, Managing Trustee. 'This initiative is about bridging the rural-urban employment divide.' With an estimated footfall of over 25,000 candidates, Alva's Pragati 2025 is poised to be a beacon for aspirants across India.
