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“In today’s context, it’s connection that matters more than collection,”- accentuates Fr. John Neelankavil, while speaking on the transformative vision he has brought to library environments. This philosophy has guided the recent successful renovation of the MGU library, which now stands as a testament to innovative design principles aimed at attracting patrons.   Fr. John, […]

School of Letters at Mahatma Gandhi University organised a commemmorative event in honour of P. Balachandran, a prominent figure in the literary and artistic community. In the keynote speech, Manoj Kuroor, the famous writer, emphasised that he was a genius who recreated the situations of life in art through narrative excellence.   Vice Chancellor, Dr. […]

MG University library is set to undergo a comprehensive academic audit, focusing on how well it serves the academic requirements of the faculty and the students, especially considering the recent renovations. The venue of the audit is the Infinity Hall, University Library, and is scheduled for April 5th, 2024, at 11 AM ,in the presence […]

In its 40th anniversary year, Mahatma Gandhi University enhanced its international-level infrastructure, making it even more impressive and aligned with global standards. This effort transformed its scenic campus into an attractive and eco-friendly environment. The prestigious A++ grade awarded by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) during its fourth reaccreditation cycle added more glory […]

Mahatma Gandhi University mourns the loss of a distinguished academician, Dr. Biju Lakshmanan, whose invaluable contributions have left an indelible mark on the University community and beyond.   Dr. Biju, the esteemed Director and Professor of the School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies at Mahatma Gandhi University, passed away after battling with kidney disease. […]

Dr. Francois Vellas, President of the Association of International Universities of the Third Age (AIUTA), commented that Mahatma Gandhi University has established a new model in the activities of the movement. During his keynote address at the International Conference on Leisure and Healthy Ageing organised by the MGU unit of U3A, Dr. Vellas underscored the […]

Prof. S. Irudaya Rajan, Chairman of the International Institute of Migration and Development, emphasised the urgent need for government coordination to ensure the socio-economic security of migrant workers. He made these remarks while releasing the workshop report of the Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance. The report, prepared by the Centre for Migration and […]

Mahatma Gandhi University bestowed the distinguished honour of the ‘Richard Feynman Chair Professorship’ at the School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology on Dr. Robert Bruell from Germany. Honourable Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. C. T. Aravindakumar conferred the Chair in an online meeting.   The lecture given by Dr. Bruell during the event mainly focused on the different […]

MG University researchers have been granted an Indian patent  for a novel EMI shielding  composition based on soft elastomers with extremely low hybrid nanofiller content. This research was conducted as part of the doctoral research of  Dr. Avinash R. Pai, under the aegis of  the Visvesvaraya Ph.D scheme of the Ministry of Electronics & IT […]

The College Development Council at MGU is organising a Faculty Development Programme on E-Content Development and Video Production in collaboration with the Mar Chrysostom Chair. The programme will take place from February 5th to 9th at the IIRBS Seminar Hall of the University. Vice-Chancellor Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar will inaugurate the programme at 10 am on […]

Exploring the lush green campus of Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has become an enriching experience for visitors and students alike, thanks to the innovative initiative of placing QR codes on select trees. Following a meticulous survey conducted by the Advanced Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development(ACESSD) of MGU, in collaboration with the Tropical Institute […]

As part of the ‘Nirmmalam -MGU – the Green Protocol implementation Programme’ of Mahatma Gandhi University, the MGU Green Lab has unveiled a table calendar showcasing the natural colours and charm of the campus with a special eye on the beauty of its cool and shady walkways. Vice Chancellor Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar released the calendar, […]

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 […]

Mahatma Gadhi University’s Inter University Centre for Biomedical Research and Super Specialty Hospital (IUCBR&SSH) is working with the government to effectively respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The IUCBR&SSH has dedicated its human resources and scientific infrastructure to analyse COVID-19 samples. The IUCBR&SSH currently completed more than 250000 testing using qRT-PCR for SARSCoV2 infection.  Samples to […]