The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) in its 7th edition in 2024 recorded 150% increase recorded in internal hackathons at the institute level, making this the largest edition so far and further cementing its role as a beacon of innovation, collaboration, and opportunity. SIH 2024 received an impressive 254 problem statements, categorized into 186 software-related and 68 hardware-related challenges. These problem statements were developed by various ministries and …

Delhi Public School, Hinjawadi, recently celebrated its Annual Day with grandeur and enthusiasm, bringing the theme ‘Rashtra Devo Bhava – Nation First’ to life. The event beautifully showcased India’s rich heritage, including its festivals, dances, and cultural unity in diversity, food, monuments, personalities, and more. Adding a special touch to the event were elements like Geeta recitation, mythological narratives, Vedic shlokas, and …

Supported by the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), Vyomini Social Enterprise, a nonprofit based in west Delhi, has launched its flagship skill development training program called ‘Swabhimaan,’ which is designed to provide training across diverse service sectors including domestic help, patient care, child care, elderly care, home care, and security guard services. The ‘Swabhimaan’ program’s pilot phase will …

Celebrating the 25th edition of the TOSS Cricket Tournament with 28 teams and 420 players from various Somaiya campuses —including those in Mumbai, Sakarwadi, Laxmiwadi, Kopargaon, Sameerwadi-Mudhol (Karnataka), and Nareshwadi-Dahanu at the state-of-the-art Somaiya Cricket Ground, Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mumbai, described it as a landmark event promoting fitness, unity, and sportsmanship among its staff. The silver jubilee edition of the TOSS …

Spark Minda, a leading automotive component manufacturer, has announced its partnership with renowned mountaineer and world record-holder, Dr. Narender Singh Yadav, as he embarked on the prestigious Mt. Vinson Massif Expedition in Antarctica, commencing on December 18, 2024. This landmark journey to conquer the continent’s highest peak (16,050 feet) is a significant step in Dr. Narender’s quest to complete the …

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT, esb 1957), one of the first self-financing engineering colleges in the country and  a constituent unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education announced the official launch of MIT Manipal Alumni Association (MITMAA) on December 24. The milestone stands to unite generations of MIT graduates on a single stage to remember and honour their common heritage while creating enduring …