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Prof (Dr) Dulal Panda, Director, NIPER Mohali, interacting with students and learning about their science exhibits during the National Science Day event at Chandigarh University. Mohali : “India today is changing rapidly. The startup culture is reshaping academia. Even if a small fraction of students starts thinking not merely as job seekers but as job creators, they can transform the nation. Today, infrastructure in Indian institutions rivals that of leading global universities. We must use it fully. Many top global technology companies were founded by students with strong ideas, sometimes even before completing their degrees. Today, India has the required infrastructure that can support similar dreams. You can live the American dream while staying in India build companies, do excellent science and flourish on your own ideas,” said Prof Dulal Panda, Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali during the National Science Day event organized on ...

CU Campus: National Science Day was observed with great enthusiasm on the CU Campus, honouring the legacy of Nobel Laureate Sir C.V. Raman and his groundbreaking discovery of the Raman Effect.  The theme for 2025, "Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science & Innovation for Viksit Bharat," set the tone for discussions, exhibitions, and activities aimed at fostering scientific curiosity and innovation. A key highlight of the event was a virtual address by Nobel Laureate Prof. (Dr.) Jean-Marie Lehn, who shared insights on Steps Towards Complex Matter, encouraging young minds to push the frontiers of scientific discovery. Students actively participated in project exhibitions, interactive discussions, and research presentations, showcasing their passion for science and technology. A Flag March on Environment Awareness further reinforced the commitment to sustainability and responsible scientific advancements. National Science Day 2025 served as a platform to in...

  With ‘Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat’ as theme, Chandigarh University celebrates National Science Day 2024   Chandigarh University (CU) organized the National Science Day celebrations on February 28, 2024, on the ‘Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat’ theme to emphasise the relevance of indigenous innovations by Indian scientists and the role of science in making India 'Atmanirbhar' and achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a Developed India by 2047. Dr Jatinder Kaur Arora, Executive Director, Punjab State Council for Science and Technology was the chief guest of the event, whereas Dr Ashish Gulia, Director, Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Mullanpur; and Dr. Sukminder Kaur, Director, Central Forensic Science Laboratory Chandigarh were the Guest of Honour. A Symposium on ‘Role of Science and Innovation towards Viksit Bharat’ was also held on the occasion, which was attended by Dr. Suman Singh (Director Health-Family Welfa...

Innovative projects marks “National Science Day” celebrations at Chandigarh University Gharuan  Contribution of Women in the field of Science & Technology has been since early civilizations says Scientist Dr. Dapinder Kaur Bakshi   Innovative projects and presentation of ideas in the field of science and technology marked the celebration of National Science Day 2020 at the campus of Chandigarh University Gharuan. Students of different departments participated in various activities and competition which were based on the theme highlighting the role of women and her contribution in the field of science. A project exhibition was organized in which more than 60 projects were exhibited that showcased the latest technological advancement in the field of science and technology. Dr. Dapinder Kaur Bakshi, Scientist & Coordinator, Punjab State Council for Science and Technology presided over the inaugural ceremony in which a rally was flagged off to showcase the rich...