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The renowned economist, Prof. Ajit Dayanandan, highlighted the imperative need to redefine policy frameworks in his policy talk at MGU’s Centre for Technology and Human Development Studies. Delving into the theme, “Can Fintech Innovations Formalise India’s Informal Sector Economy? Opportunities and Challenges,”  he addressed the transformative impact of emerging financial innovations such as digital payments, […]

CMS College ,Kottayam has achieved significant recognition in the National Service Scheme (NSS), with its unit securing the prestigious ever rolling trophy for the Best Unit Award from Mahatma Gandhi University for the academic year 2022-23. The college’s commitment to NSS activities has been further acknowledged with individual accolades.   Dr. Varghese C. Joshua, the  […]

MGU is set to host a two-day workshop on digital archiving starting from January 11 onwards. This programme, organised as part of the RUSA Project, is a collaborative effort between the School of Gandhian Thought and Developmental Studies, the Mar Chrysostom Chair, and with support from the French Institute, Pondicherry.   The workshop’s agenda covers […]

The annual budget for Mahatma Gandhi University for the fiscal year 2024-25 is strategically directed towards initiatives that aim to foster the development of a knowledge-based society. Dr. Biju Thomas, the convener of the Finance Subcommittee of the Syndicate, presented the budget during the Syndicate meeting, presided over by Dr. Beena Mathew, the Vice-Chancellor in […]

Dr. C.T. Aravidakumar, Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, has spotlighted the University’s commitment to socially relevant subjects in their joint research programmes with M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University. Notably, topics such as climate change and water purification will be accorded prime importance. Currently visiting Kazakhstan, Dr. Aravidakumar has revealed that proposals for these research […]

Mahatma Gandhi University is offering a unique opportunity for individuals to explore the field of drone technology and obtain certification from the Director General of Civil Aviation. The upcoming certificate course, set to commence in January 2024, is strategically crafted to empower students for prospective careers in science and technology. Facilitated over 12 weeks, the programme focused on remotely piloted aircraft systems […]

  Dr. B. Prakash Kumar, the former Registrar of Mahatma Gandhi University has completed his term and vacated the position. Dr. Prakash Kumar has served in this capacity since February 15, 2020. He will continue to contribute to the university fraternity as a Professor at the School of Biosciences. In the interim, Dr. K. Jayachandran, […]

Prof. Bernard Haykel, a distinguished Professor at Princeton University, USA, and the Chair Professor of the Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies at Mahatma Gandhi University, delivered the opening lecture of the chair for the current year. Emphasising the critical need for non-military solutions to the Israel-Palestine conflict, Prof. Haykel outlined the complexities involved and […]

Mahatma Gandhi University has granted accreditation to the research centre operated by the private bioscience company Agro Bio-Tech (ABTEC) in Kottayam. This move is part of implementing the triple helix system, where educational institutions, private industry, and the government collaborate for social and economic development.   V.N. Vasavan, Minister for Co-operation and Registration, handed over […]

  Commemorating the fortieth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi University, a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was installed in front of the administrative office of the university. The statue was unveiled by the Vice-Chancellor Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar in the presence of syndicate members, staff, and students. Syndicate member Adv. Job Maichil M.L.A honoured the sculptor Mr. Thomas […]