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Time of India
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
War of Words: 8 students make it to Speak for India final today
Mumbai: Eight students made it to the finals of the Speak for India Maharashtra edition scheduled on Monday. The event, an initiative by the Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation in association with The Times of India and Maharashtra Times, will be held at Lala Lajpat Rai College of Commerce & Economics. The semi-finals of the Maharashtra Edition was held on Sunday at Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science and Commerce and saw 32 students from across the state battling it out for a place in the finals. The college students walked up to the stage, took the mic, locked eyes with the audience and started speaking with extreme confidence. They were eloquent, bold and charismatic, and showed no signs of being intimidated by the occasion. Vinay V Nair, advocate Supreme Court, Prof Dinkar Gitte, principal of Navi Mumbai's KLE College of Law, and Abhishek Ajit Deshmukh were the judges for the semi-final. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai For the final event on Monday, Ashish Shelar, Minister of IT and Cultural Affairs, Maharashtra govt, will be the chief guest, with actor Vikrant Massey as the guest of honor. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The eight finalists were Abhay Krushnakant Aalshi- VG Vaze College (Mumbai), Aditya Deshmukh- Joshi Bedekar College (Thane), Saumya Bansal- Dr Ambedkar College of Law (Nagpur), Yash Chavhan- AISSMS IOIT (Pune), Krishikaa Mishra- DY Patil College of Engineering (Pune), Shlok Shah-MPSTME (Mumbai), Chaitanya Kundalik Kamble (KH College (Kolhapur) and Priya Soly, St Xavier's College (Mumbai). Speak for India provides a platform for college students from across Maharashtra to voice their views on contemporary issues and become the change-makers of our society.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Debate promotes democratic values and youth empowerment: Experts
Bengaluru: Speak for India Karnataka edition received widespread appreciation for promoting a space for open speech and discussion among youth. Revenue minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who was the chief guest at 2025 edition Tuesday, asserted the need for such engagements for democracy to thrive. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Democracy is under threat today. Irrespective of the pitfalls of democracy, it's still far better than any other form of governance. Eternal vigilance is the only guarantor of democracy. To have that democratic spirit, we need debate, discussions, agreements and disagreements, agreeing to disagree; these are essential aspects of a democracy," he said. "Dogmas lead to autocracy, and autocracy leads to dictatorship. Dictatorship leads to exploitation and suppression of people. To prevent that, we need to be eternally vigilant, for which we need to have an open mind," he said. Fr Augustine George, principal of Kristu Jayanti College, said: "This is not just a debate; I feel it is a movement — a movement that empowers voices, nurtures leadership, and builds qualities. It is not just a platform to speak. It is a celebration of democracy and intellectual courage. It gives our students and youth a chance to express their views on topics that are relevant and will shape our nation," he said, adding that it helps in cultivating critical thinking, encouraging research, and promoting healthy argumentation. ———————- Copy 3: Quote Hangers: Dileep B, zonal head, Federal Bank, Bengaluru: "When we started in 2014, there was a candidate who was visually-challenged and he reached the semi-finals. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Then he went back, cracked the civil service examination, and became an IAS officer. And in 2019, he came back to Speak for India — not as a candidate, but as a judge for the finals. This is a classic and motivating example for all of us. Many participants in yesteryears have reached prominent positions in various fields." Milana Nagaraj, Actor: "While we get invited to functions like inaugurations or dance competitions or modelling, debating is rare. I think it's a great opportunity and a great platform for students. It was such an entertaining debate here. I really liked the confidence of the participants on the stage." K Narayana Gowda, ex-vice chancellor, University of Agricultural Sciences and judge at event: "All the three topics that were identified were timely and contemporary. A lot of thought process has gone into it and the young generation ought to be made fully aware of these topics. I congratulate each contestant; they're truly an inspiration to all others. It is very essential to take part in this type of activity because it engages your mind."
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Eight students reach Speak for India K'taka finals after intense competition
Bengaluru: Confidence radiated from college students as they stepped on to the stage, took the mic, and spoke with clarity and conviction during the semi-finals of Speak for India–Karnataka edition. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Organised by the Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation in association with The Times of India and Vijay Karnataka, the event saw participants deliver powerful speeches with ease. It was held Monday at Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), Bengaluru, with 29 students from across the state competing for a spot in the finals, scheduled to be held Tuesday at the same venue. Eight finalists emerged from the round: Amshu Hegde (Yuvaraja's College, Mysuru), Vasudeva Thilak (Vaikunta Baliga College of Law, Udupi), Ananya Vinod (Reva University, Bengaluru), Ifra Ayesha (School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru), Chinmay Gowda KT (University Law College, Bangalore University), Manya MV (MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru), Chandan M Naik (MES College ACS, Bengaluru), and Prateek Hegde (JSS SMI UG & PG Studies, Dharwad). The panel of judges included author and public speaker Abhishek Shivaram, academic and former state-level debater Shrutha Nadig, and Kumaran P, assistant editor at Happiest Health. Judge Abhishek Shivaram, author and public speaker, called the session "extremely enthralling" and applauded the participants for their performance. "The quality of debaters was top-notch, and we as judges found it extremely difficult to do the scoring! Great job TOI and Federal Bank," he said. Judge Shrutha Nadig added, "It was a pleasure to serve as a judge for the debate competition. The session was challenging, with participants showcasing remarkable skill and insight. We look forward to witnessing more such events in the future." Chandan Naik, the finalist from MES College, Malleswaram, expressed his excitement, saying: "The D in Democracy stands for debate and discussion. The Speak for India debate competition upholds that spirit among the youths of the country. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I'm grateful for the opportunity and excited for my finals." Students descended from different parts of the state to rub shoulders with their peers. Speak for India provides a platform for college students to voice their views on contemporary issues and become the change-makers of society. Top debaters in Karnataka were identified through multiple levels of competition. Students could choose Kannada or English as their preferred language to debate in. The winner will get a cash prize of Rs 2.5 lakh, while the runner-up will receive Rs 1.5 lakh. Each of the finalists stands to win Rs 50,000.
