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St. Stephen’s turns to alumni to fund campus overhaul; seeks donations for washrooms, ACs

St. Stephen’s turns to alumni to fund campus overhaul; seeks donations for washrooms, ACs

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New Delhi, St Stephen’s College has appealed to its alumni to bankroll a sweeping overhaul of its ageing campus infrastructure, seeking donations for projects ranging from renovating hostel washrooms and roads to installing air-conditioning and digitising the college’s administration. St. Stephen’s turns to alumni to fund campus overhaul; seeks donations for washrooms, ACs In a letter to alumni dated July 20, Principal Susan Elias said the college faced several pressing infrastructure needs and invited former students to fund individual projects to ensure “complete transparency, accountability, and traceability” in the use of donations. “St. Stephen’s College has always sought to provide an environment that reflects the values and standards for which it is known,” Elias wrote. “As we work to preserve that legacy and prepare the College for the future, there are several important improvements to our campus and its facilities that now require immediate attention.” The letter identifies five headline items that the college, one of Delhi University’s oldest and most storied institutions, needs: repair of washrooms across residence blocks; essential road repairs on campus; …

British Council honoured alumni at the Study U.K. Alumni Awards 2026 in India

British Council honoured alumni at the Study U.K. Alumni Awards 2026 in India

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British Council honours alumni at the Study U.K. Alumni Awards 2026 in India on Friday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Meghna Singhania, founder and editor-in-chief of Medical Dialogues, Aman Dhall, founder of CommsCredible, Pavan Kumar Sriram, a social entrepreneur and founder of Kohort and The Growth Collective, and Richa Roy, a partner at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas were conferred with the ‘Study U.K. Alumni Awards 2026’ in India, on Friday. All these awardees were the alumnus of various universities of the U.K. and this awards recognised the remarkable work and achievements of alumni of U.K. higher education institutions across various sectors, according to a release. British Council, the United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, hosted the twelfth edition of the ‘Study U.K. Alumni Awards 2026’ in India. This year’s awards were attended by M.C. Sudhakar, Minister for Higher Education of the Karnataka government; Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka and Kerala; Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council, and Janaka Pushpanathan, Director South India, British Council. Published – March …

IIT Bombay to host annual alumni festival on November 2  | Education News

IIT Bombay to host annual alumni festival on November 2  | Education News

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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) is gearing up to host its annual student–alumni festival, Alumination 2025: An Aureate Ascent, on November 2. Organised by the Student Alumni Relations Cell (SARC), the fest serves as a platform to celebrate the enduring bond between students and alumni, fostering mentorship, inspiration, and collaboration. This year’s edition promises an enriching mix of events – from Group Mentoring, Mock Interviews & Group Discussions, and Innovation Expo to the nationwide hackathon SARCathon, drawing participants from over 18 IITs. Interactive sessions such as Shadow Program, Break the Ice, and the much-awaited alumni reunion Hostalgia will further enhance the experience. Signature events like Start It Up, Unengineering, Dean ki Adalat, and Beyond the Horizon will showcase journeys of growth, creativity, and leadership. Speaking about the fest, Kartik Vaishnav, Overall Coordinator, SARC, shared, “Alumination 2025 embodies a golden convergence of ideas and inspiration – a homecoming where alumni share wisdom and students discover new aspirations.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong …

IIT Bombay receives ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure  | Mumbai news

IIT Bombay receives ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure  | Mumbai news

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MUMBAI: Nakul Aggarwal and Ritesh Arora, cofounders of BrowserStack, a cloud web and mobile testing platform, pledged ₹100 crore to their alma mater Indian Insititute of Technology Bombay (IITB) on Tuesday. The contribution aims to upgrade student housing facilities and transform the residential experience for students on campus. Both Aggarwal and Arora graduated from IITB in 2006 with B Tech degrees in Computer Science and Engineering. Since then, they have gained international recognition as technology entrepreneurs and leaders focused on innovation and solving global challenges. ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure ( HT Archives) (HT PHOTO)” title=”IIT Bombay receives ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure ( HT Archives) (HT PHOTO)” /> ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure ( HT Archives) (HT PHOTO)” title=”IIT Bombay receives ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure ( HT Archives) (HT PHOTO)” />IIT Bombay receives ₹100 cr donation towards hostel infrastructure ( HT Archives) (HT PHOTO) Part of the donation comes through BrowserStack’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program committed to nurturing India’s brightest minds through education and innovation. A statement issued by IITB said the donation …

As Trump takes potshots at Harvard, here’s how its alumni stack up in America’s power circles

As Trump takes potshots at Harvard, here’s how its alumni stack up in America’s power circles

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Only two members of Trump’s cabinet, Defence Secretary Peter B Hegset and Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Robert F Kennedy Jr studied at Harvard. Notably, there are four Harvard graduates in the US Supreme Court, including Chief Justice John G Roberts, Jr. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump’s administration and Harvard University are at loggerheads, with the US government threatening actions against the institution for not complying with its demands. Trump has ordered a USD 2.2 billion freeze in funding for the university. He attacked the institution on social media, saying, “Harvard has lost its way.” The Trump administration has threatened to revoke Harvard University’s eligibility to enrol international students if it fails to submit detailed records of its foreign students’ “illegal and violent activities”. Amidst the tussle between the Trump administration and Harvard University, one fact that has become the point of traction is that only two of Trump’s 24 Cabinet members are Harvard graduates.  Only two Harvard graduates in Trump Cabinet According to the Harvard Crimson, Peter B Hegseth, …

The White Lotus Season 3: Jason Issacs Reacts to ‘Ridiculous’ Feud With Duke University; Says ‘Their Real-Life Alumni…’

The White Lotus Season 3: Jason Issacs Reacts to ‘Ridiculous’ Feud With Duke University; Says ‘Their Real-Life Alumni…’

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The White Lotus has always been known for its plot twists and scandalous characters; however, from the looks of it, life is imitating art, as new controversies pile up for the show. From behind-the-scene feuds between cast members to fans calling out Jason Isaacs’ North Carolina accent. Now, a new beef is brewing between the HBO hit and Duke University.  Fans of The White Lotus would know that in Season 3, the Ratliff family mentioned Duke University multiple times, with the Patriarch of the family being an alum of the North Carolina school. So, where did the problem start? Isaacs’s character in Episode 6 was contemplating taking his own life with a gun, while for the fans, it was a moment to show the inescapable trouble Tim Ratliff has found himself in; some others also noted that he was wearing a T-shirt with Duke’s logo on it.  VP Communications, Frank Tramble of Duke University, shared with The New York Times, “The White Lotus not only uses our brand without permission but in our view uses it on imagery that is troubling, …

Alumni meet at Chandigarh Sector 16 school brings back memories of cycling to class, stealing guavas | Chandigarh News

Alumni meet at Chandigarh Sector 16 school brings back memories of cycling to class, stealing guavas | Chandigarh News

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The alumni meet at Government Model School, Sector 16, turned into a walk down memory lane as former students gathered in large numbers to relive their school days. The event rekindled old friendships and brought childhood memories to life, with many reminiscing about cycling to school nearly 40-50 years ago. ADGP Sudhanshu Srivastava, posted in Punjab, said it was a reunion of all those who passed their Class X in 1985. “Old teachers and students are here from all over the globe. It feels as if we are school kids once again.” Smiles lit up faces as alumni shared stories of their time in school, expressing gratitude towards their teachers for shaping their lives. Several former students, now holding prestigious positions, credited the school’s education and values for their success. Music, dance, and an exhibition of old photographs added to the emotional atmosphere. Story continues below this ad Rohit Sharma, who had come all the way from Melbourne, called it an emotional homecoming. “I came just because of a very heart-tugging video posted by a …

Gyanesh Kumar appointed 26th CEC of India: All about the Harvard University alumni

Gyanesh Kumar appointed 26th CEC of India: All about the Harvard University alumni

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Gyanesh Kumar, a 1988-batch Kerala Cadre IAS officer who has been serving as an Election Commissioner since March last year, is the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India. Gyanesh Kumar, the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India, is an Harvard University alumni. Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led panel recommended Kumar’s name and he is appointed as new CEC today following President’s order. He is the first CEC to be appointed under new law on appointment of election commissioner.  Kumar assumed charge as Election Commissioner on March 15, 2024. His tenure as Election Commissioner was until January 26, 2029.  His name as CEC was finalised and recommended to the President by the selection committee comprising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi Who is Gyanesh Kumar Kumar, a 1988-batch IAS officer from Kerala cadre, helped in drafting  the bill that scrapped Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir in August 2019 and split the former state into two union territories. Back then, he was the Joint Secretary (Kashmir Division) in the …

WATCH: Sai Pallavi revisits her alumni, expresses gratitude, and says ‘This is what has gotten me…’

WATCH: Sai Pallavi revisits her alumni, expresses gratitude, and says ‘This is what has gotten me…’

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Sai Pallavi has established herself as an actress par excellence. Over the years, she has delivered some massive hits on the celluloid and enjoys a fan following worth millions. She had recently walked down memory lane after revisiting her alma mater after years.  In videos shared by her fan pages on social media, Sai Pallavi, dressed elegantly in a classic saree, could be seen delivering a heartfelt speech at the school auditorium, a place that had been a part of her formative years growing up.  Check out the video here: Sai Pallavi expressed how overwhelmed she felt as she revisited her alma mater. She conveyed gratitude to the institution for the contributions it made to the person that she is now. She said, “I feel very overwhelmed to be here today, not just because of the memories that I’ve had here, especially in this auditorium. I’ve spent most of my time in this auditorium trying to cut class and come here and dance. Back then, I would think that I was being very clever and …

Gujarat: Police search for school principal booked for raping ex-student during alumni meet | Latest News India

Gujarat: Police search for school principal booked for raping ex-student during alumni meet | Latest News India

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Jan 13, 2025 12:47 AM IST The principal allegedly raped the girl on December 1, 2024, when she visited the school campus to attend an alumni gathering Police launched a search for a school principal after booking him for alleged rape of a former student on the sidelines of an alumni meet in Bharuch of Gujarat, police said on Sunday. Representative image: Police in Gujarat are searching for a school principal charged with allegedly raping his former student during an alumni meet(PTI) The complainant stated that the principal had sexually assaulted her in the past also when she was a class 10 student of the private school in 2021-22. She didn’t report the earlier incident as the accused threatened her into silence, police said. Also Read: Jharkhand principal forces 80 girls to remove shirts, go home in blazers An FIR has been registered against the accused principal, Kamlesh Raval, on charges of rape, assault, criminal intimidation, aggravated sexual assault and sexual harassment under the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences …