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Business Standard
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
VELS HR Conclave 2025 Bridges Industry-Academia to Shape the Workforce of Tomorrow
NewsVoir Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 31: VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), one of the best deemed university in Chennai successfully hosted its much-anticipated HR Conclave 2025, organized by the university's Career Advancement Cell, under the theme "Campus to Corporate: Preparing the Next Generation Workforce". The conclave served as a dynamic Industry-Academia platform to bring together academia and industry, fostering meaningful engagement among more than 180 HR professionals, industry experts, faculty members, and students, facilitating strategic knowledge exchange. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President of the VELS Group of institutions, who underscored the importance of future-ready education, industry-aligned curriculum and employability skills for today's students. She highlighted the university's commitment to nurturing adaptive leaders with corporate expectations and technological advancements. One of the major highlights of the conclave was a thought-provoking panel discussion on skill development moderated by Mr. Charles Godwin from Zoho Corporation. The panel featured HR leaders from prominent companies including TCS, Schwing Stetter, HCL GUVI, and Renault Nissan. The discussions revolved around the critical role of skill development in areas such as artificial intelligence, automation, Six Sigma, and data-driven technologies to enhance workforce readiness. Panelists also introduced the 'VIBE' concept Vision, Integrity, Belief, and Execution as a strategic framework to bridge the campus-corporate gap. Discussions also focused on how Gen Z career expectations are reshaping corporate mentorship programs and driving organisations to become more responsive and learner centric. The HR Conclave has led to several impactful outcomes. In the 2024 edition, more than 50 leading companies actively engaged with the university, resulting in over 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for student placements, internships, and collaborative training programs. Notably, VISTAS also established an international partnership with the Government of Penang, Malaysia, enabling student and faculty exchange programs. Over 100 students from Vels University secured placements in top multinational corporations, supported by the university's dedicated efforts to provide specialized industrial training programs in engineering and other technical education. Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, is a proud member of the prestigious Vels Group of Institutions and was conferred University status by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. Supported by the VAELS Trust, the university is committed to transforming individuals into versatile professionals and responsible citizens by nurturing the right blend of Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude (KSA) and instilling a passion for contributing to national development. Established as a Deemed-to-be University in 2008, VISTAS offers over 100+ undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs across diverse disciplines, including Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Commerce, Law, Mass Communication, Maritime Studies, Education, Physiotherapy, Computer Science, Basic Sciences, and Life Sciences. All programs are recognized by UGC, AICTE, NMC, INC, PCI, BCI, DGS, and NCTE. With a vibrant academic community of over 15,000 students and more than 700 experienced faculty members, VISTAS is a NAAC A++ accredited deemed-to-be university offering 11 NBA-accredited programs. It also holds UGC 12(B) status and is ranked in the 101-150 band of the NIRF 2024 Rankings. Notably, the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences is ranked 64th nationwide. Vels University is widely recognized for its strong placement record and industry-relevant curriculum. Admissions for the 2025 academic year are now open. Explore our UG, PG, and Ph.D programs in Engineering, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Law, and more - Apply Now to VELS University and take the next step toward a future-ready career.
Fashion Value Chain
31-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
VELS HR Conclave 2025 Bridges Industry-Academia to Shape the Workforce of Tomorrow
VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), one of the best deemed university in Chennai successfully hosted its much-anticipated HR Conclave 2025, organized by the university's Career Advancement Cell, under the theme 'Campus to Corporate: Preparing the Next Generation Workforce'. The conclave served as a dynamic Industry-Academia platform to bring together academia and industry, fostering meaningful engagement among more than 180 HR professionals, industry experts, faculty members, and students, facilitating strategic knowledge exchange. Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President of the VELS Group of Institutions, inaugurates the VELS HR Conclave 2025 The event was inaugurated by Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President of the VELS Group of institutions, who underscored the importance of future-ready education, industry-aligned curriculum and employability skills for today's students. She highlighted the university's commitment to nurturing adaptive leaders with corporate expectations and technological advancements. One of the major highlights of the conclave was a thought-provoking panel discussion on skill development moderated by Mr. Charles Godwin from Zoho Corporation. The panel featured HR leaders from prominent companies including TCS, Schwing Stetter, HCL GUVI, and Renault Nissan. The discussions revolved around the critical role of skill development in areas such as artificial intelligence, automation, Six Sigma, and data-driven technologies to enhance workforce readiness. Panelists also introduced the 'VIBE' concept Vision, Integrity, Belief, and Execution as a strategic framework to bridge the campus-corporate gap. Discussions also focused on how Gen Z career expectations are reshaping corporate mentorship programs and driving organisations to become more responsive and learner centric. The HR Conclave has led to several impactful outcomes. In the 2024 edition, more than 50 leading companies actively engaged with the university, resulting in over 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for student placements, internships, and collaborative training programs. Notably, VISTAS also established an international partnership with the Government of Penang, Malaysia, enabling student and faculty exchange programs. Over 100 students from Vels University secured placements in top multinational corporations, supported by the university's dedicated efforts to provide specialized industrial training programs in engineering and other technical education. About VELS University Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, is a proud member of the prestigious Vels Group of Institutions and was conferred University status by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. Supported by the VAELS Trust, the university is committed to transforming individuals into versatile professionals and responsible citizens by nurturing the right blend of Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude (KSA) and instilling a passion for contributing to national development. Established as a Deemed-to-be University in 2008, VISTAS offers over 100+ undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs across diverse disciplines, including Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Commerce, Law, Mass Communication, Maritime Studies, Education, Physiotherapy, Computer Science, Basic Sciences, and Life Sciences. All programs are recognized by UGC, AICTE, NMC, INC, PCI, BCI, DGS, and NCTE. With a vibrant academic community of over 15,000 students and more than 700 experienced faculty members, VISTAS is a NAAC A++ accredited deemed-to-be university offering 11 NBA-accredited programs. It also holds UGC 12(B) status and is ranked in the 101-150 band of the NIRF 2024 Rankings. Notably, the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences is ranked 64th nationwide. Vels University is widely recognized for its strong placement record and industry-relevant curriculum. Admissions for the 2025 academic year are now open. Explore our UG, PG, and Ph.D programs in Engineering, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Law, and more – Apply Now to VELS University and take the next step toward a future-ready career.
News18
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan Attend High-Profile Wedding In Chennai
Last Updated: Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya, and other stars attended a grand wedding in Chennai. Jayam Ravi was seen with Kenishaa Francis at the same function, sparking dating rumours. Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya, and numerous who's who from the South film fraternity gathered under the same roof on Friday, for a high-profile wedding in Chennai. The megastars were a part of producer and founder of Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Ishari K Ganesh's daughter Peetha Ganesh wedding to Lushvin Kumar. Several photos from the pre-wedding and wedding are doing the rounds on the internet. South film industry bigwigs such as Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya, Sathyaraj, filmmakers Mani Ratnam, Gautham Vasudev Menon, C Sundar, and others, were a part of the lavish wedding festivities. Take a look at the photos here: #DrIshariKGanesh daughter Preethaa weds Lushvin Kumarwedding ceremony stills 🎉 #VelsWedding #IshariGanesh @teamaimpr — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 9, 2025 Newlywed couple Peetha and Lushvin's sangeet ceremony took place on Thursday, May 8. A viral video showed Suriya watching a dance performance, while a set of photos shows him presenting the couple with a bouquet as they began their life's journey." #Suriya @Suriya_offl attended @VelsFilmIntl @IshariKGanesh 's daughter Preethaa's grand Sangeeth Function after the #Retro thanks meet ♥️✨ #VelsWedding — sridevi sreedhar (@sridevisreedhar) May 8, 2025 Actor @Suriya_offl attended the Sangeet ceremony of Vels Group Chairman @IshariKGanesh 's daughter. ❤️ #IshariGanesh #VelsWedding — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 8, 2025 Meanwhile, it was at the same wedding where Ravi Mohan, popularly known as Jayam Ravi, was publicly spotted for the first time with rumoured girlfriend, singer-spiritual healer Kenishaa Francis. Twinning in gold outfits, their appearance reignited dating speculations. Seated together, they were seen greeting the guests and talking to each other, of course, with all eyes on them. Soon after the photos went viral, Ravi's wife Aarti Ravi took to Instagram and posted a bold, open letter, revealing how the Ponniyin Selvan actor has 'just walked away" from her and the 'responsibilities he once promised to honour". First Published:
NDTV
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
In Pics: Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya At A Grand Wedding In Chennai
New Delhi: Producer and founder of Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Ishari K Ganesh's daughter Peetha Ganesh married Lushvin Kumar in a traditional ceremony in Chennai on Friday. Actors like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sathyaraj, filmmakers like C Sundar, Mani Ratnam, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and others, attended the wedding. Inside pictures from the wedding went viral on social media. Peetha Ganesh and Lushvin Kumar had their Sangeet night on Thursday. A viral video shows Suriya greeting the couple. Guests are seen dancing to the tune of Kanimaa from his recently released film Retro. #Suriya @Suriya_offl attended @VelsFilmIntl @IshariKGanesh 's daughter Preethaa's grand Sangeeth Function after the #Retro thanks meet ♥️✨ #VelsWedding — sridevi sreedhar (@sridevisreedhar) May 8, 2025 In another viral video, Suriya is seen gifting the couple a bouquet. Actor @Suriya_offl attended the Sangeet ceremony of Vels Group Chairman @IshariKGanesh 's daughter. ❤️ #IshariGanesh #VelsWedding — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 8, 2025 See some more pictures from the ceremony: #DrIshariKGanesh daughter Preethaa weds Lushvin Kumar wedding ceremony stills 🎉 #VelsWedding #IshariGanesh @teamaimpr — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 9, 2025 Ganesh is the son of former actor-politician Isari Velan. In 1992, he founded Vel's Educational Trust in memory of his late father. Under Vels Film International, he has produced films like Devi, Comali, Enai Noki Paayum Thota, Kutty Story, Mookuthi Amman, Joshua Imai Pol Kaakha and more. Among his upcoming ventures, Ganesh has Sumo and Dayangaram at hand. He is also producing Genie and Nayanthara-starrer Mookuthi Amman 2. In 2024, he also produced the Jio Hotstar (then Disney+ Hotstar) series Chutney Sambar. He also acted in a few films like 2.0 and Ninaikkaadha Naalillai.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, Suriya attend Ishari Ganesh's daughter's wedding in Chennai: See inside pics
Producer and founder of Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Ishari K Ganesh's daughter, Peetha Ganesh, married Lushvin Kumar in a traditional ceremony in Chennai on Friday. Numerous Kollywood celebrities attended the ceremony, happily blessing the couple and showering them with gifts. (Also Read: Ravi Mohan, Kenishaa Francis twin in gold as they attend wedding together, reignite dating rumours. Watch) Preetha and Lushvin had a sangeet on Thursday evening, and actor Suriya was clicked attending that. A video from the pre-wedding event saw him all smiles as wedding guests performed to Kanimaa from his recently released film Retro. Another set of pictures showed him all smiles as he congratulated the happy couple, with Ishari also posing for a picture with them. On the occasion, he gifted them a huge bouquet of flowers. Numerous Kollywood stars were spotted attending Preetha and Lushvin's wedding on Friday, dressed in traditional finery. Actors like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sathyaraj, as well as filmmakers like C Sundar, Mani Ratnam, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and others, attended the wedding. Ravi Mohan attended the wedding with Kenishaa Francis, twinning with her in gold. Adhik Ravichandran, Vikram Prabhu, Aditi Shankar, Vetrimaaran and Prabhu also attended the wedding, with some of them turning up with their families. Ganesh is the son of former actor-politician Isari Velan. In 1992, he founded Vel's Educational Trust in memory of his late father. Under Vels Film International, he has produced films like Devi, Comali, Enai Noki Paayum Thota, Kutty Story, Mookuthi Amman, Joshua Imai Pol Kaakha and more. He has numerous Tamil films lined up now, including Sumo and Dayangaram. He is also producing the Ravi-starrer Genie and Nayanthara-starrer Mookuthi Amman 2. In 2024, he also produced the Jio Hotstar (then Disney+ Hotstar) series Chutney Sambar. He also acted in a few films like 2.0 and Ninaikkaadha Naalillai.
