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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
VIT-AP felicitates nine unsung heroes to mark Independence Day celebrations
Patriotic fervour swept through schools and colleges across Andhra Pradesh as the nation celebrated its 79th Independence Day on Friday. At VIT-AP University, nine unsung heroes from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), AP State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC), and AP State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department were felicitated for their exemplary service. 'Independence Day is not just a commemoration of freedom; it's a tribute to the courage of countless unsung heroes who built this nation,' said R. L. Narayana, Corporate Vice-President and Location Head (Vizag and Hyderabad) of WNS Global Services Pvt. Ltd., who was the chief guest. The honourees included NDRF head constables N. Gopala Krishna and K. Lokesachari; APSRTC drivers (late) Sk. M. Rasool, (late) Bhaskar, and Muneiah Kanchani; APSRTC conductor M. Venkata Ramana; fireman P. Hema Srikanth Reddy; Station Fire Officer Y. Venkateswarlu; and Assistant District Fire Officer Anjaneyulu Jakkampudi. Each received a memento and ₹25,000 in cash. The event was attended by VIT-AP Vice-Chancellor S. V. Kota Reddy, Registrar M. Jagadish Chandra, and Deputy Director of Student Welfare Sk. Khadeer Pasha, among others. At SRM University–AP, Vice-Chancellor Manok K. Arora unfurled the tricolour and called on students to work towards the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, stressing economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Sports champions were also honoured. Kunja Ranjita ( first year), who clinched gold in the women's 4×400m relay at the 26th Asian Athletics Championship, received ₹5 lakh. Budde Shanmukhi Naga Sai ( first year), who broke two world records and bagged three silver medals in Compound Archery at the Singapore 2025 Asia Cup (Leg 2), was presented with ₹10 lakh. Non-teaching staff completing five years of service were also recognised. At Delhi Public School, Vijayawada, the campus resonated with both patriotic and devotional spirit as Independence Day coincided with Janmashtami. The celebrations featured a blend of cultural performances and devotional activities. Directors Parimi Pavan Chand, Swetha Bindu, and Kadiyala Praveen Kumar; Academic Director David Raj; Principal M. S. Bhuvaneswaran; and Vice-Principal Sanjay Bhatia joined in the flag-hoisting ceremony.
The Hindu
19-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
The Hindu, VIT-AP University launch English language development initiative
Proficiency in English is crucial for excelling in higher education and communicating efficiently on a global scale, said Vice-Chancellor of VIT-AP University S.V. Kota Reddy. He was speaking at 'English Language Development Initiative' jointly launched by The Hindu and VIT-AP University on Saturday at a Zilla Parishad School in Mandadam village of Thullur mandal in Guntur district. 'As English is a vital tool for success in both academic institutions and professional fields, the initiative is launched with an aim to encourage students to learn and master the language to be able to climb the ladder of success in life,' he said. As part of Corporate Social Responsibility (SCR), the University has adopted four Mandal Parishad and two Zilla Parishad schools at Inavolu, Sakhamuru, Velagapudi and Mandadam mandals of Guntur district. The Vice-Chancellor said that the initiative to foster English language development among government school students could focus on improving reading comprehension and knowledge acquisition. This could involve implementing programmes that emphasize foundational literacy skills. He said that the VIT-AP University was actively engaged with rural students helping them hone their skills. He said reading competitions and other activities would be conducted for students on a regular basis. He invited the students to visit the University, which was equipped with modern facilities and labs. He said that to support the advancement of rural students, the institution had been sponsoring toppers (one boy and one girl) from each of the 26 districts across the State, who pursued their Intermediate course in a government junior college. As part of the initiative, faculty from VIT-AP University will impart English language skills to students, who will also receive copies of The Hindu in School weekend magazine and Young World magazine. Registrar M. Jagadeesh Chandra said that the students should take pride in their mother tongue but also give importance to other languages which will help them communicate efficiently with diverse segments of people. He said that English is widely considered a valuable language for achieving life goals due to its global prevalence in communication and education, opening doors to increased career opportunities and cultural understanding. Mandal Education Officer M. Lakshminarayana advised the students to read The Hindu in School and Young World to improve their vocabulary and broaden their horizons.
Hans India
03-07-2025
- Science
- Hans India
VIT-AP holds workshop on Mass Spectrometry
Amaravati: VIT-AP University's School of Advanced Sciences has launched a five-day online international workshop on 'Cutting-Edge Techniques in NMR and Mass Spectrometry,' running from July 1 to 5. The global workshop brings together leading scientists, researchers, and industry professionals to delve into both the fundamental principles and advanced applications of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) and Mass Spectrometry. These two analytical techniques are crucial for scientific discovery and innovation across various fields. The inaugural session began with a welcome address by Prof S Srinivas, Dean of the School of Advanced Sciences, who outlined the workshop's objectives. Associate Dean Dr MV Rajanikanth highlighted VIT-AP University's academic programmes in the sciences. Head of the Department of Physics Dr Nagarjuna Neella then introduced the keynote speaker, Prof Woonghee Lee from the University of Colorado, Denver, USA. Dr Dwarasala Adilaksmi hosted the session. Workshop conveners Dr Dripta De Joarder, Dr Ramana Tamminana and Dr Rajarshi Sarkar thanked the university management and all participants for their support, signalling the start of an engaging academic event.
India Today
05-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
India's tallest academic block: VIT-AP University
VIT-AP University sets a milestone with the grand inauguration of the Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, India's Tallest Academic Block. The Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, standing 45 meters tall and spanning 7.68 lakh square feet is a testament to modern architectural and educational innovation. This cutting-edge facility includes advanced classrooms, lecture halls, gallery spaces, and a 700-seat CM of Andhra Pradesh Nara Chandrababu Naidu recently inaugurated Mahatma Gandhi Academic Block, and the new Men's and Women's hostel blocks namely VV Giri block (2.31 lakh sft), Acharya NG Ranga block (2.26 lakh sft), and Durgabai Deshmukh block (2.26 lakh sft). advertisementHe also launched V-Launchpad-2025 (Global Innovators Challenge). The Honourable CM, who had graciously laid the foundation stone for the VIT-AP University's Central Block in 2016. His esteemed presence marks a significant milestone in VIT-AP University's ongoing pursuit of academic excellence and innovation. V-Launchpad 2025, a Global Innovators Challenge, organized by the VIT-AP School of Business (VSB), Innovation Incubation and Entrepreneurship Cell (IIEC), and VIT-AP Technology Business Incubation Foundation (VTBIF), offers a platform for budding entrepreneurs to pitch innovative business concepts with mentorship and incubation support. V-Launchpad, a groundbreaking initiative designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership among students and in its 4th edition, this year's challenge has gone global, with 800 teams registered from premier national and international institutions, including IITs, IIMs, NITs, Rochester Institute of Technology (USA), Arizona State University, IBS Global (Poland), and others. Themed around 'Sustainable Solutions for Swarnandhra @2047', V-Launchpad 2025 aims to catalyse transformative solutions addressing global praised VIT Chairman Dr G Vishwanathan for his success story, having moved from humble beginnings to set up VIT, a globally recognised educational institution. He recalled how Vishwanathan sought approval to set up VIT in Amaravati in 2014, emphasising the State's commitment to education and innovation."This inauguration, built upon the vision of CM Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, propels Amaravati toward becoming a global knowledge and innovation hub. The newly inaugurated blocks and V-Launchpad 2025 initiative reaffirm our unwavering dedication to nurturing talent, fostering entrepreneurship, and advancing educational excellence." said Dr. G. Viswanathan, Founder & Institute of Technology - Andhra Pradesh (VIT-AP University), the single largest establishment with a built-up area of 44 lakh square feet, Located in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. It is a leading institution of higher education, known for its world-class infrastructure, global academic collaborations, and commitment to innovation. With modern facilities including the Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Block, APJ Abdul Kalam Block, and newly inaugurated Mahatma Gandhi, V. V. Giri, Acharya N. G. Ranga, and Durgabai Deshmukh Blocks, the university fosters an environment of holistic learning and cutting-edge Watch
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
V-Launchpad 2025 concludes at VIT-AP
Amaravati: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr Pemmasani Chandrashekar on Tuesday that the most important step in entrepreneurship is initiation. He was addressing the conclusion session of the V-Launchpad 2025 – Global Innovators Challenge for Swarna Andhra @2047 at VIT-AP University. The Union Minister said that those who think differently and act decisively will succeed. True innovation comes from identifying real problems and creating solutions, not just building products. Many entrepreneurs build what already exists — but to truly succeed, you must bring new and innovative ideas to life. Chairman of TiE Global and Founder-CEO of Volksy Technologies Murali Bukkapatnam, Edyta Wołczyk, CEO of IBS GLOBAL, Poland and Vice-President of the VIT Group Sankar Viswanathan and Vice-Chancellor Dr SV Kota Reddy were also present. The winning teams under various tracks for V-Launchpad 2025 are as follows – Startup VC Pitching Track - Netts Mobility Pvt. Ltd. First cash prize Rs. 1.00L, Hanumax Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Second cash prize of Rs. 75K, ProjectB Third cash prize Rs. 50K. Ideation Track (External) –Vividhra Pvt. Ltd, Satyabhama University - First Prize Rs. 20K, Snack Sense, SRAM-AP University – Second Prize Rs. 10K, JNH Industry, SSIIE-TBI Tirupati– Third Prize Rs.5K. Ideation Track (VIT-AP University) - Hover Charge-First Prize Winner, Craft Sphere- Second Prize, and ChaithanyaVriksha- Third Prize. Dr Ameet Chavan, Director of IIEC, Dr Arunkumar Sivakumar Dean, School of Business (VSB), VIT-AP faculty, staff and students were also present.
