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2 days ago
- General
- News18
Independence Day Special: Meet The Fauji Wives Breaking Barriers And Paving Their Own Path
1/7 3/7 Capt (Dr.) Sunaina Singh 's life reads like a tribute to service—in and out of uniform. A former Indian Army officer from the Intelligence Corps, she now serves as an Assistant Professor at Kamla Nehru College, Delhi University, and continues to dedicate herself to nation-building in her own unique way. A proud Army wife, committed academician, and mentor, her grassroots work includes free guidance to children of martyrs, mental health and parenting sessions for Army families, and initiatives to improve their 'happiness quotient.' Her initiative Mission Join Indian Army has guided countless defence aspirants, especially from rural and underprivileged backgrounds, in developing officer-like qualities and a growth mindset. (Image: Capt (Dr.) Sunaina Singh) Mohini Daljeet Singh started her social service journey by volunteering as a student with Mother Teresa's Home Prem Niwas, in Lucknow, where she learnt her lessons of compassion and selfless social giving. An Army daughter and Army wife, she has spent more than three decades on 'hands-on' social and welfare work to benefit army families in the health, education and personal counselling areas. As founder CEO of Max India Foundation, Mohini has worked for the underprivileged on the health platform benefitting 26 lakh beneficiaries at 704 locations and partnering with 410 NGOs. (Image: Mohini Daljeet Singh) Pooja Chowdhary is a leading voice in development communications, currently serving as the Communications Head at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in India. She has used the power of storytelling to bridge the gap between policy and people—turning complex technical work into compelling, people-centric narratives that influence change on the ground. A recipient of the prestigious 2021 Chevening Scholarship conferred by the UK Government, Pooja leads multi-stakeholder communication strategies rooted in dignity, equity, and sustainability, while mentoring the next generation of ethical communicators. In 2015, she made history as one of the first Assamese women to scale the Siachen Glacier, the highest battlefield in the world. (Image: Pooja Chowdhary) Chandni Bhardwaj, a self-confessed Army brat, now married to the olive green, serves as the Vice President, Senior Regional Head Private Banking Group, at HDFC Bank. Chandni has held several prestigious positions at leading banks of the country, inlcuding Citibank and Kotak Bank previously. A leading banking professional, she was a University Gold Medalist in Economic Honors. From handling wealth for UNHI clients to supporting the fight on crimes against women, she is truly an inspiring trailblazer. (Image: Chandni Bhardwaj) Harpriya Bains is a mom-turned-comedian, challenging stereotypes with her hilarious take on housewives and societal expectations. Through her comedy, she highlights the absurdity of Indian patriarchy and the pressures faced by women in desi households. Her comedy is inspired by the daily life of mothers and wives. Starting her comedy career at the age of 40, Harpriya's 'Carry on Mummy' solo stand-up show has been a big hit on social media, garnering over 1.5 million views on YouTube alone. A TEDx speaker, Harpriya also has had the opportunity to do gratifying voluntary work for the Army Wives Welfare Association. (Image: Harpriya Bains)
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Sachin Chaturvedi assumes charge as Nalanda University VC
Economist Sachin Chaturvedi has taken charge as Nalanda University (NU) vice chancellor (VC) two years after his predecessor Sunaina Singh's extended six-year tenure ended. In his address after assuming charge on Wednesday, Chaturvedi referred to the university's guiding motto, Aano Bhadrah Kratavo Yantu Vishwatah. 'This verse connects us with our eternal values. Nalanda has always embodied an open and inclusive intellectual tradition, fostering a vibrant dialogue rooted in Indian scholarship and enriched by a global outlook.' Chaturvedi has taken over as VC when the university's state-of-the-art campus is ready and is expected to live up to the expectations with which it was set up in 2014 to revive the glory of ancient Nalanda as a global knowledge hub. An NU communiqué said Chaturvedi, who is an independent director on the Reserve Bank of India Board, has played a leading role in the fields of development economics, South-South cooperation, and policymaking. It added that he has authored over 22 books and brought global recognition to India's perspective on international forums. Chaturvedi referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nalanda last year and said it brought new energy to the university's direction. 'It is a testament to the continued inspiration that Nalanda's legacy holds, particularly in the Asian context.' He cited his experiences in economics, international cooperation, and policy-making, and said that he views education as a powerful tool for transformation. 'At Nalanda, our endeavour will be to make India's knowledge tradition impactful and socially relevant.' Chaturvedi called his new role a matter of pride and honour. 'Contributing to the revival and growth of Nalanda is a great privilege. I look forward to working collaboratively with all, and I am confident that through our collective efforts, Nalanda will emerge as a vibrant centre of global discourse.' In June last year, Modi inaugurated the new university campus near Rajgir close to the site of the ancient ruins of Nalanda. The original monasteries and buildings of the ancient Nalanda Mahavihara inspired the new 455-acre campus's design and architectural elements. Chaturvedi served as New Delhi-based think tank Research and Information System for Developing Countries' director general before assuming charge as VC. Abhay Kumar Singh, professor and dean at the university's School of Historical Studies, had served as the interim VC since May 2023. Sunaina Singh took over in May 2017 from an interim VC amid a change of the university's governing board. A fresh constitution of the governing board is also due.
