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PRINCIPAL
Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar
MAGAZINE COMMITTEE
EDITORS
EDITORIAL TEAM
Mr. Karthik K. Krishnan (Editor-in-Chief)
Dr. Meetali Das Gupta (Editor - English Section)
Mr. Santosh Pathare (Editor - Marathi Section)
Dr. Surinder Kaur (Editor - Hindi & Punjabi Section)
STUDENT EDITORS
Creative & Design
Nishant Dhuriya, Ezekiel Moses
Content
Content Writers
Anip Mittal, Kaustubh Potdar, Syyed Musaddique
Content Management
Afreen Khan, Kamaljit Kaur, Pinky S. Chaudhary
Photography
Ashwin L. P. Yadav, Deepen Thaper
Printed by Surekha Press. Tel - 24093877/ 24043877
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PRINCIPAL
Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar
MAGAZINE COMMITTEE
EDITORS
EDITORIAL TEAM
Mr. Karthik K. Krishnan (Editor-in-Chief)
Dr. Meetali Das Gupta (Editor - English Section)
Mr. Santosh Pathare (Editor - Marathi Section)
Dr. Surinder Kaur (Editor - Hindi & Punjabi Section)
STUDENT EDITORS
Creative & Design
Nishant Dhuriya, Ezekiel Moses
Content
Content Writers
Anip Mittal, Kaustubh Potdar, Syyed Musaddique
Content Management
Afreen Khan, Kamaljit Kaur, Pinky S. Chaudhary
Photography
Ashwin L. P. Yadav, Deepen Thaper
Printed by Surekha Press. Tel - 24093877/ 24043877
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PRINCIPAL’S
MESSAGE
“Wahe Guruji Ka Khalsa, Wahe Guruji Ki Fateh”
It gives me immense pleasure to pen a few words as prologue to our in-house magazine ‘Synergy’ ,
exclusively meant for churning out the latent writing talent which bears immense potentiality of
sharpening your communication skill as part of your overall personality development. I congratulate
the editor Mr. Karthik Krishnan, Assistant Prof. Dept of Chemistry and his entire team for bringing out
such a beautiful magazine.
Empowerment of students for their all-round development through education is our cherished motto.
Today education means much more than merely acquiring knowledge. It is acquisition of knowledge
and skills, building character and improving employability of our young talent, the future leadership. We
have inherited a strong foundation to march ahead and achieve the education objectives for a stronger
and brighter India. Measures initiated by the Guru Nanak Vidayak Society, steps taken by the college
administration, the willing contribution of the teaching and non-teaching staff and over whelming
response and enthusiastic participation of my dear students in the college activates in the recent past
all vouch for this. When all the constituents come together and work in unison, the expected results are
bound to flow.
I am proud of being the Principal of such a wonderful institution dedicated to the causes of better India.
Come on let’s give our best and make this institution a modern temple of learning through our diligence,
devotion and dedication.
Wishing you all the best…!
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar
PRINCIPAL’S
MESSAGE
“Wahe Guruji Ka Khalsa, Wahe Guruji Ki Fateh”
It gives me immense pleasure to pen a few words as prologue to our in-house magazine ‘Synergy’ ,
exclusively meant for churning out the latent writing talent which bears immense potentiality of
sharpening your communication skill as part of your overall personality development. I congratulate
the editor Mr. Karthik Krishnan, Assistant Prof. Dept of Chemistry and his entire team for bringing out
such a beautiful magazine.
Empowerment of students for their all-round development through education is our cherished motto.
Today education means much more than merely acquiring knowledge. It is acquisition of knowledge
and skills, building character and improving employability of our young talent, the future leadership. We
have inherited a strong foundation to march ahead and achieve the education objectives for a stronger
and brighter India. Measures initiated by the Guru Nanak Vidayak Society, steps taken by the college
administration, the willing contribution of the teaching and non-teaching staff and over whelming
response and enthusiastic participation of my dear students in the college activates in the recent past
all vouch for this. When all the constituents come together and work in unison, the expected results are
bound to flow.
I am proud of being the Principal of such a wonderful institution dedicated to the causes of better India.
Come on let’s give our best and make this institution a modern temple of learning through our diligence,
devotion and dedication.
Wishing you all the best…!
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
I draw my strength and inspiration from this quote by my guru and have
From the witnessed that with every passing year and edition, the team Synergy
feels more passion and strength within. The credit undoubtedly goes
to the Principal and Management of the college for placing their trust
Editor and confidence in my abilities and providing me with the best of
facilities.
To begin with I would like to thank everyone who appreciated
Synergy15-16. Your kind words of encouragement and endearment are
the driving force behind this years’ edition.
It ignites pleasure and satisfaction in me to ensure about the great
stride gained by Guru Nanak College in the short period of its
existence and this magazine will open a window of opportunity to
“ a bright future.
many people who will know that as an institution, we are destined to
Synergy 16-17 was a mammoth task and more so because of the high
standard set by last year’s publication, but this year we have exceeded
our own expectations and produced a comprehensive review of the
Don’t think of
work and extra-curricular life at this esteemed institution.
anything as This year’s edition contains features, reports, articles, poems,
photographs and a new section called “Alumni Talk”in which we have
difficult. Know got in touch with a couple of alumni and asked them to share their
lives in and out of college. The magazine also has few pages containing
that we have regular WhatsApp forwards which will make a light read.
It’s only through sleepless nights and tireless days that something
an even greater timeless is created. I take this opportunity to thank everyone who
stayed up and worked tirelessly to bring out this Edition. It is only
power within and today I realized that nostalgia has a scent. It has the scent of freshly
printed paper which was produced as a result of numerous meetings &
according to that phone calls, scheduling and rescheduling work and chasing students
to contribute for the magazine.
we get tasks to I would like to congratulate the Students’ Editorial Team for its
commendable work in creating this magazine. My experience as an
Editor becomes more enriching because of this young team that I get
do.” to work with. The energy, enthusiasm and positivity that they bring to
table is beyond words. Each and every moment spent with this team
will be cherished forever.
Lastly, enjoy every moment you have, because in life there are no
rewinds, only flashbacks. I hope you will all appreciate the hard work
and dedication that has gone behind in bringing to you an exhilarating
flashback of the events and achievements during 2016-17.
Till we meet again next year, farewell to thee and happy reading
Synergy!!!
Karthik Krishnan
Karthik K. Krishnan
Editor - in - Chief
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
I draw my strength and inspiration from this quote by my guru and have
From the witnessed that with every passing year and edition, the team Synergy
feels more passion and strength within. The credit undoubtedly goes
to the Principal and Management of the college for placing their trust
Editor and confidence in my abilities and providing me with the best of
facilities.
To begin with I would like to thank everyone who appreciated
Synergy15-16. Your kind words of encouragement and endearment are
the driving force behind this years’ edition.
It ignites pleasure and satisfaction in me to ensure about the great
stride gained by Guru Nanak College in the short period of its
existence and this magazine will open a window of opportunity to
“ a bright future.
many people who will know that as an institution, we are destined to
Synergy 16-17 was a mammoth task and more so because of the high
standard set by last year’s publication, but this year we have exceeded
our own expectations and produced a comprehensive review of the
Don’t think of
work and extra-curricular life at this esteemed institution.
anything as This year’s edition contains features, reports, articles, poems,
photographs and a new section called “Alumni Talk”in which we have
difficult. Know got in touch with a couple of alumni and asked them to share their
lives in and out of college. The magazine also has few pages containing
that we have regular WhatsApp forwards which will make a light read.
It’s only through sleepless nights and tireless days that something
an even greater timeless is created. I take this opportunity to thank everyone who
stayed up and worked tirelessly to bring out this Edition. It is only
power within and today I realized that nostalgia has a scent. It has the scent of freshly
printed paper which was produced as a result of numerous meetings &
according to that phone calls, scheduling and rescheduling work and chasing students
to contribute for the magazine.
we get tasks to I would like to congratulate the Students’ Editorial Team for its
commendable work in creating this magazine. My experience as an
Editor becomes more enriching because of this young team that I get
do.” to work with. The energy, enthusiasm and positivity that they bring to
table is beyond words. Each and every moment spent with this team
will be cherished forever.
Lastly, enjoy every moment you have, because in life there are no
rewinds, only flashbacks. I hope you will all appreciate the hard work
and dedication that has gone behind in bringing to you an exhilarating
flashback of the events and achievements during 2016-17.
Till we meet again next year, farewell to thee and happy reading
Synergy!!!
Karthik Krishnan
Karthik K. Krishnan
Editor - in - Chief
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
Faculty Editorial
Dr. Meetali Das Gupta
It gives me immense joy and satisfaction to present this
issue of our college magazine SYNERGY, a magazine
which endeavors to reflect the values and the quality of the
institution.
We have made an attempt to bring out the talent concealed
within our student community. Our students have
contributed some amazing pieces of writing, displaying डॉ. suir<dr kOr
their creative thinking and writing skills. It includes articles,
poems, anecdotes etc.. These contributions have required a gu} nwnk mhwiv´wlX ny Ek AOr v†~ sy sPlqw pUx~ kr ilXw
generous amount of time and effort. It is this willingness to
share knowledge with others that has made this magazine hY[ swQ hI ke~ @yZo< my< hmwry iv´wiQ~Xo< ny ABUqpUv~ sPlqw põwÎq
possible. A lot of effort has gone into the making of this krqy huE mhwiv´wlX ko gOrwiNvq ikXw hY[ es v†~ iS@w ky
issue. We are sure that the hard work, sustained efforts and swQ-swQ Anyk ANX giqiviDXo< kw BI AwXojn BI ikXw gXw[
innovative ideas exhibited by our students will surely stir the
mind of the readers mhwiv´wlX kI piZkw isnjI~ jo ik Ek põv#qw Ev< ryk~wf~ kIpr
We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we have hY eNhI< apliÑDXo< ko Awpky swmny lw rhI hY[ swQ hI hmwry
enjoyed making it.
iv´wiQ~Xo< ky klw ky iviBNn @yZo< kI Xo^Xqw ko dSw~ny kw BI
põXws ikXw gXw hY[ sBI kw Xogdwn põS<snIX hY[ es piZkw
ky swQ juVnw myry ilE gv~ kI bwq hY[
प्रा. संतोष पराठरारे
आपल्रा आसपरासच्रा जगरात अनेक स्थित्ंतरे घडून ्ेत आहेत.
बदलत्रा रराजकी् व सरामरासजक स्थितीचे पडसराद आपल्रा
आ्ुष्रावर उमटत आहेत. इंटरनेट आसि मोबराईल ्रा समसड्रांनी
आपलं जगिं सोशल करुन टराकल्ं खरं , पि सोशल समसड्राने
सनमरामाि केलेलं हे जग आभरासी आहे.
ससनजजी मधल्रा प्सतभरा संगम मध्े आमही सोशल समसड्रामुळे
आपल्रा जीवनरावर होिरा-्रा ब-्रा वराईट बदलरांचरा वेध घेतलरा
आहे. महरासवद्राल्ीन जीवनरात सवद्रार्राांनरा ्ेि-्रा हळुवरार
भरावनरांनरा देखील कसवतरांच्रा मराध्मरातून प्सतभरा संगम मध्े
महत्वराचे ्थिरान देण्रात आले आहे.
आजच्रा ्पधधेच्रा ्ुगरात धरावतरानरा, आपल्रा संत सवद्रानरांनी
ददलेल्रा सशकविीचरा आधरार असरावरा ्रा उद्ेशराने संत तुकरारराम व “Individual commitment to a group effort - that is what makes
सशख समराजरालरा महरारराष्टराचे ्ोगदरान ्रा दोन लेखरांचरा समरावेश a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization
देखील करण्रात आलरा आहे.
work.”
आमच्रा ्रा प्सतभरा संगमचे तुमही ्वरागत करराल ही अपेक्रा आहे.
- Vince Lombardi
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
Faculty Editorial
Dr. Meetali Das Gupta
It gives me immense joy and satisfaction to present this
issue of our college magazine SYNERGY, a magazine
which endeavors to reflect the values and the quality of the
institution.
We have made an attempt to bring out the talent concealed
within our student community. Our students have
contributed some amazing pieces of writing, displaying डॉ. suir<dr kOr
their creative thinking and writing skills. It includes articles,
poems, anecdotes etc.. These contributions have required a gu} nwnk mhwiv´wlX ny Ek AOr v†~ sy sPlqw pUx~ kr ilXw
generous amount of time and effort. It is this willingness to
share knowledge with others that has made this magazine hY[ swQ hI ke~ @yZo< my< hmwry iv´wiQ~Xo< ny ABUqpUv~ sPlqw põwÎq
possible. A lot of effort has gone into the making of this krqy huE mhwiv´wlX ko gOrwiNvq ikXw hY[ es v†~ iS@w ky
issue. We are sure that the hard work, sustained efforts and swQ-swQ Anyk ANX giqiviDXo< kw BI AwXojn BI ikXw gXw[
innovative ideas exhibited by our students will surely stir the
mind of the readers mhwiv´wlX kI piZkw isnjI~ jo ik Ek põv#qw Ev< ryk~wf~ kIpr
We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we have hY eNhI< apliÑDXo< ko Awpky swmny lw rhI hY[ swQ hI hmwry
enjoyed making it.
iv´wiQ~Xo< ky klw ky iviBNn @yZo< kI Xo^Xqw ko dSw~ny kw BI
põXws ikXw gXw hY[ sBI kw Xogdwn põS<snIX hY[ es piZkw
ky swQ juVnw myry ilE gv~ kI bwq hY[
प्रा. संतोष पराठरारे
आपल्रा आसपरासच्रा जगरात अनेक स्थित्ंतरे घडून ्ेत आहेत.
बदलत्रा रराजकी् व सरामरासजक स्थितीचे पडसराद आपल्रा
आ्ुष्रावर उमटत आहेत. इंटरनेट आसि मोबराईल ्रा समसड्रांनी
आपलं जगिं सोशल करुन टराकल्ं खरं , पि सोशल समसड्राने
सनमरामाि केलेलं हे जग आभरासी आहे.
ससनजजी मधल्रा प्सतभरा संगम मध्े आमही सोशल समसड्रामुळे
आपल्रा जीवनरावर होिरा-्रा ब-्रा वराईट बदलरांचरा वेध घेतलरा
आहे. महरासवद्राल्ीन जीवनरात सवद्रार्राांनरा ्ेि-्रा हळुवरार
भरावनरांनरा देखील कसवतरांच्रा मराध्मरातून प्सतभरा संगम मध्े
महत्वराचे ्थिरान देण्रात आले आहे.
आजच्रा ्पधधेच्रा ्ुगरात धरावतरानरा, आपल्रा संत सवद्रानरांनी
ददलेल्रा सशकविीचरा आधरार असरावरा ्रा उद्ेशराने संत तुकरारराम व “Individual commitment to a group effort - that is what makes
सशख समराजरालरा महरारराष्टराचे ्ोगदरान ्रा दोन लेखरांचरा समरावेश a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization
देखील करण्रात आलरा आहे.
work.”
आमच्रा ्रा प्सतभरा संगमचे तुमही ्वरागत करराल ही अपेक्रा आहे.
- Vince Lombardi
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
Introducing Our Team
elcome to Synergy16-17, a new yearly magazine about the life of the college at Guru Nanak College of Arts,
WScience and Commerce.
“Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for; it is a thing to be Ezekiel Moses Nishant Dhuriya
achieved.”
Designer Designer
College time is a time of great changes. Time which moulds a student fresh out of high school to a learned person who
readily accepts the challenges life throws at him. Guru Nanak College is one of those colleges which acknowledges
the fact that a student is an individual, a real person with feelings of self-respect, sensitivity, responsibility and
compassion and thus, recognizes, appreciates, applauds, and fosters the fine blend of sensibilities in a student.
Hence, Synergy is to be viewed as a launch pad for student’s creative urges to blossom naturally.
We, here at Guru Nanak College, not only strive to better ourselves, but to benefit the world around us, for that is a
true quality of a winner. Our lives, through the last semesters have taught us more than any book could ever have,
all thanks to the very supportive professors and Principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar. Anip Mittal Kaustubh Potdar Syyed Musaddique
Content Writer Content Writer Content Writer
Each year, we, a team of writers, editors, photographers, designers and correspondents, not only perform the task
of generating creative articles from the student population, but also work extensively, with coffee in one hand,
and pen or mouse in another to write, edit, and design the magazine in a way that lets you enjoy every bit of the
magazine. The final publication reflects the enthusiasm and the willingness of students of Guru Nanak College
to showcase their creativity by coming up with some brilliantly written articles and mind boggling photographs.
The magazine also encompasses the diverse curricular and extra-curricular activities like seminars, lectures,
competitions, social initiatives and other events which took place in and around the college during the academic
year 2016-17.
Afreen Khan Kamaljit Kaur Pinky S. Chaudhary
We are honored to be associated with Synergy 2016-17and thank the teacher editorial team for their guidance and Content Manager Content Manager Content Manager
motivation.
We truly hope that the pages that follow will make some interesting read.
“The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each
member is the team.”
- Phil Jackson
Ashwin L. P. Yadav Deepen Thaper
Photographer Photographer
Editorial | SYNERGY16-17
Introducing Our Team
elcome to Synergy16-17, a new yearly magazine about the life of the college at Guru Nanak College of Arts,
WScience and Commerce.
“Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for; it is a thing to be Ezekiel Moses Nishant Dhuriya
achieved.”
Designer Designer
College time is a time of great changes. Time which moulds a student fresh out of high school to a learned person who
readily accepts the challenges life throws at him. Guru Nanak College is one of those colleges which acknowledges
the fact that a student is an individual, a real person with feelings of self-respect, sensitivity, responsibility and
compassion and thus, recognizes, appreciates, applauds, and fosters the fine blend of sensibilities in a student.
Hence, Synergy is to be viewed as a launch pad for student’s creative urges to blossom naturally.
We, here at Guru Nanak College, not only strive to better ourselves, but to benefit the world around us, for that is a
true quality of a winner. Our lives, through the last semesters have taught us more than any book could ever have,
all thanks to the very supportive professors and Principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar. Anip Mittal Kaustubh Potdar Syyed Musaddique
Content Writer Content Writer Content Writer
Each year, we, a team of writers, editors, photographers, designers and correspondents, not only perform the task
of generating creative articles from the student population, but also work extensively, with coffee in one hand,
and pen or mouse in another to write, edit, and design the magazine in a way that lets you enjoy every bit of the
magazine. The final publication reflects the enthusiasm and the willingness of students of Guru Nanak College
to showcase their creativity by coming up with some brilliantly written articles and mind boggling photographs.
The magazine also encompasses the diverse curricular and extra-curricular activities like seminars, lectures,
competitions, social initiatives and other events which took place in and around the college during the academic
year 2016-17.
Afreen Khan Kamaljit Kaur Pinky S. Chaudhary
We are honored to be associated with Synergy 2016-17and thank the teacher editorial team for their guidance and Content Manager Content Manager Content Manager
motivation.
We truly hope that the pages that follow will make some interesting read.
“The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each
member is the team.”
- Phil Jackson
Ashwin L. P. Yadav Deepen Thaper
Photographer Photographer
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FEATURES
SILVER LECTURE - DR. ANIL KAKODKAR
RELEASE OF SYNERGY 15-16
t was 3rd September 2016, an anxious day for every member of the Magazine Committee, as the much anticipated
and awaited college magazine ‘Synergy’ for the year 2015-2016 was about to be released. The fact that the magazine
Iwas going to get released at the hands of Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr. Anil Kakodkar who had
come to our college as a guest speaker for the silver lecture series was an icing on the cake.
Dr. Anil Kakodkar is a nuclear scientist and mechanical engineer by profession. He was a chairman of Atomic Energy
Commission of India and Director of Bhabha Atomic Research Center, Trombay (1996-2000). For his achievements the
government of India awarded him with ‘Padma Shree’ in 1998, ‘Padma Bhushan’ in 1999 and second highest civilian
award ‘Padma Vibhushan’ in 2009.
Dr. Kakodkar by his calm and composed demeanor mesmerized everyone gathered with his vast knowledge. Throughout
his talk he pinpointed certain facts which are impeding India’s economic growth. He made distinctions with other
growing countries, suggested India’s frailties and at the same time gave remedies for improvement. He regarded human
resource as the paramount factor necessary for a nation’s progress. Underlining the growing importance of technological
developments in the 21st century, he warned for its judicious and prudent usage. He didn’t shy away from making a direct
correlation between technology and the great demon Bhasmasur if technology was used for wrong reasons.
He encouraged the young future of India to carry out research projects, especially group research projects pertaining
to the current problems of the society. He also stated the significance of growth of village economy for development of
nation. As 2/3rd of the nation’s population still resides in rural areas, he stressed upon the importance of devoted efforts
intended towards rural development. Restating the importance of research study, he urged students to carry out research
activities without having any fear of failure. He assured them that the knowledge gained through it will only help them
to sow the seeds for innovativeness in future. At the end everyone present was enthralled and in awe of the knowledge
and experience possessed by the great man.
On this occasion Dr. Anil Kakodkar felicitated Dr. Pushpinder G. Bhatia (Vice-Principal & S. F. C. Coordinator), Dr. Meetali
Das Gupta (Assoc. Prof.), S. Gurdeep Singh Rangrass (Assoc. Prof.) and Ms. Davinder Matta (Office Superintendent) for
completion of 25 years of service in the institution. He also felicitated Mr. Narayan Vaish (T. Y. B. M. S.) and Mr. Nisar
Shaikh (S. Y. B. A. F.) for their exemplary work in the“Chaka Chak G. T. B. Nagar” initiative of the college.
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FEATURES
SILVER LECTURE - DR. ANIL KAKODKAR
RELEASE OF SYNERGY 15-16
t was 3rd September 2016, an anxious day for every member of the Magazine Committee, as the much anticipated
and awaited college magazine ‘Synergy’ for the year 2015-2016 was about to be released. The fact that the magazine
Iwas going to get released at the hands of Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr. Anil Kakodkar who had
come to our college as a guest speaker for the silver lecture series was an icing on the cake.
Dr. Anil Kakodkar is a nuclear scientist and mechanical engineer by profession. He was a chairman of Atomic Energy
Commission of India and Director of Bhabha Atomic Research Center, Trombay (1996-2000). For his achievements the
government of India awarded him with ‘Padma Shree’ in 1998, ‘Padma Bhushan’ in 1999 and second highest civilian
award ‘Padma Vibhushan’ in 2009.
Dr. Kakodkar by his calm and composed demeanor mesmerized everyone gathered with his vast knowledge. Throughout
his talk he pinpointed certain facts which are impeding India’s economic growth. He made distinctions with other
growing countries, suggested India’s frailties and at the same time gave remedies for improvement. He regarded human
resource as the paramount factor necessary for a nation’s progress. Underlining the growing importance of technological
developments in the 21st century, he warned for its judicious and prudent usage. He didn’t shy away from making a direct
correlation between technology and the great demon Bhasmasur if technology was used for wrong reasons.
He encouraged the young future of India to carry out research projects, especially group research projects pertaining
to the current problems of the society. He also stated the significance of growth of village economy for development of
nation. As 2/3rd of the nation’s population still resides in rural areas, he stressed upon the importance of devoted efforts
intended towards rural development. Restating the importance of research study, he urged students to carry out research
activities without having any fear of failure. He assured them that the knowledge gained through it will only help them
to sow the seeds for innovativeness in future. At the end everyone present was enthralled and in awe of the knowledge
and experience possessed by the great man.
On this occasion Dr. Anil Kakodkar felicitated Dr. Pushpinder G. Bhatia (Vice-Principal & S. F. C. Coordinator), Dr. Meetali
Das Gupta (Assoc. Prof.), S. Gurdeep Singh Rangrass (Assoc. Prof.) and Ms. Davinder Matta (Office Superintendent) for
completion of 25 years of service in the institution. He also felicitated Mr. Narayan Vaish (T. Y. B. M. S.) and Mr. Nisar
Shaikh (S. Y. B. A. F.) for their exemplary work in the“Chaka Chak G. T. B. Nagar” initiative of the college.
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PRABHU GAUR GOPALDAS He has been a ray of hope for many people who have revived their lives after listening to his talks and gained valuable
insights which helped introspect themselves.
The presence of Prabhuji in our college premises in itself had brought about a feeling of positive vibe. His great
SILVER LECTURE 2016 -17 intellect marked with simplicity and practical analytical point of view about life had a lasting effect on the large number
of audience that had gathered in the auditorium. Through his humour and witty remarks synchronized with solemnity
he gave a few ideas about “Living a great life”-the theme of Prabhuji’s lecture. He opined ‘Success isn’t achieved by
doing big things, but rather by doing small things persistently. It’s the habits which ultimately determine how great or
successful one will become in life and therefore it is of
utmost importance to have the right habits to develop
a right attitude. Genrally our old habits are the ones
which drag us down and refrain us from moving forward,
but Swamiji said “Don’t give up!!! Habits will drag you
down but just don’t give up.” The last few words at the
twilight of his speech triggered the mass audience that
had gathered. His mantra had given the audience a hope
to come out of their mediocrity and look at life with a
broader vision. His hypothetical comment “I can see a
Hanuman present in each one of you” spoke volumes
about the faith and confidence he had on each one
present to achieve excellence in their respective fields.
Just as in Ramayana Jambavan reminded Hanuman
of his infinite power to fly across the ocean, he urged
everyone to awaken the inner Hanuman residing within each one of us and to find a Jambavan who will inspire to
reach higher echelons. His teachings will surely become guiding principles for each one present in the audience.
Om Shanti.. Shanti.. Shanti hi..
reatness is not determined by aptitude or achievements, but rather by one’s attitude towards life.”
The words of Prabhuji reverberated in our ears for a while even after his departure after delivering the
“GSilver Lecture 2017.
On 27th January 2017 Guru Nanak College was fortunate to have Prabhu Gaur Gopaldas in our campus as a speaker
of Silver Lecture Series .
Over the last 3 years many eminent personalities have been a part of this initiative to aspire and inspire the youth of
tomorrow. Former President Bharat Ratna Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Former Governor of R. B. I. Mr. Raghuram Rajan,
Dr. Kiran Bedi etc. are few among many who have come and shared their valuable experience in the Silver Lecture
Series.
Prabhu Gaur Gopaldas - the guest of 7th
Lecture of the Silver Lecture Series is a lifestyle
counselor who has been associated with ISKON
(International Society for Krishna Consciousness).
He studied Electrical Engineering at College of
Engineering, Pune. He has been addressing and
giving pep talks at various prestigious institutes
like the ICT, VJTI since the past two decades and
leading as well as inspiring many doctors and After the Silver Lecture Prabhu Gaur Gopal Das inaugurated the 10th Chapter of “Zeal – Sail to Survive” - An
other professionals at various hospitals. He has Intercollegiate Festival organized by the Self Financed Departments of the college and released Digital Vol 8. - The
penned 3 books- “Revival”, “Conquest”, and yearly magazine of the Department of Information Technology.
“Checkmate”.
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FEATURES
PRABHU GAUR GOPALDAS He has been a ray of hope for many people who have revived their lives after listening to his talks and gained valuable
insights which helped introspect themselves.
The presence of Prabhuji in our college premises in itself had brought about a feeling of positive vibe. His great
SILVER LECTURE 2016 -17 intellect marked with simplicity and practical analytical point of view about life had a lasting effect on the large number
of audience that had gathered in the auditorium. Through his humour and witty remarks synchronized with solemnity
he gave a few ideas about “Living a great life”-the theme of Prabhuji’s lecture. He opined ‘Success isn’t achieved by
doing big things, but rather by doing small things persistently. It’s the habits which ultimately determine how great or
successful one will become in life and therefore it is of
utmost importance to have the right habits to develop
a right attitude. Genrally our old habits are the ones
which drag us down and refrain us from moving forward,
but Swamiji said “Don’t give up!!! Habits will drag you
down but just don’t give up.” The last few words at the
twilight of his speech triggered the mass audience that
had gathered. His mantra had given the audience a hope
to come out of their mediocrity and look at life with a
broader vision. His hypothetical comment “I can see a
Hanuman present in each one of you” spoke volumes
about the faith and confidence he had on each one
present to achieve excellence in their respective fields.
Just as in Ramayana Jambavan reminded Hanuman
of his infinite power to fly across the ocean, he urged
everyone to awaken the inner Hanuman residing within each one of us and to find a Jambavan who will inspire to
reach higher echelons. His teachings will surely become guiding principles for each one present in the audience.
Om Shanti.. Shanti.. Shanti hi..
reatness is not determined by aptitude or achievements, but rather by one’s attitude towards life.”
The words of Prabhuji reverberated in our ears for a while even after his departure after delivering the
“GSilver Lecture 2017.
On 27th January 2017 Guru Nanak College was fortunate to have Prabhu Gaur Gopaldas in our campus as a speaker
of Silver Lecture Series .
Over the last 3 years many eminent personalities have been a part of this initiative to aspire and inspire the youth of
tomorrow. Former President Bharat Ratna Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Former Governor of R. B. I. Mr. Raghuram Rajan,
Dr. Kiran Bedi etc. are few among many who have come and shared their valuable experience in the Silver Lecture
Series.
Prabhu Gaur Gopaldas - the guest of 7th
Lecture of the Silver Lecture Series is a lifestyle
counselor who has been associated with ISKON
(International Society for Krishna Consciousness).
He studied Electrical Engineering at College of
Engineering, Pune. He has been addressing and
giving pep talks at various prestigious institutes
like the ICT, VJTI since the past two decades and
leading as well as inspiring many doctors and After the Silver Lecture Prabhu Gaur Gopal Das inaugurated the 10th Chapter of “Zeal – Sail to Survive” - An
other professionals at various hospitals. He has Intercollegiate Festival organized by the Self Financed Departments of the college and released Digital Vol 8. - The
penned 3 books- “Revival”, “Conquest”, and yearly magazine of the Department of Information Technology.
“Checkmate”.
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IQAC “Cbenefit from a rich demographic dividend. their sustenance. A panel discussion on ‘curricular
reating a Skilled India” is the mission of University of Michigan educated the audience about
the government as India stands poised to the “Community College” models in the USA and
The IQAC conceptualized a two days’ International flexibility in HEIs’ refereed by Dr. Radhika Lobo led
Seminar on “Design, Development and Deliverance to fruitful discussions.
International Conference of Skill Objectives in Higher Education Institutions” Principal Moses Kolet , Mr. Vishal Raj , Dr. Avkash
on 14th and 15th Sept. 2016. Jadhav were among the other prominent speakers.
The Seminar was inaugurated by Dr. Niranajan Day two of the seminar commenced with oral
Hiranandani who congratulated the college for presentations by some participants. Sister Ananda,
receiving the community college status and spoke Principal , Sophia College , gave an insight into
about the need for more skill based courses in the the gender perspective of skill promotion and her
country. He also released the proceedings which was engagement with this.
compiled in a CD form. Ms Manju Nichani ,Principal All skills must eventually be aligned with industry; Dr
, KC College , lauded the initiative of the college in Vaijayanti Pandit , former President , FICCI elucidated
arranging this seminar. on mechanisms by which this could be achieved
The Keynote address was delivered by Prof. while education institutions design their curricula or
Jayashankaran, Ex-Vice Chancellor, Kanchi University. implement existing ones.
His animated talk on the important role of teachers in The feedback from the audience was very encouraging
the development of skills was very well received by the and constructive. The Seminar was a landmark event
participants. Prof. Ajay Mohan Goel , President ,Skills in the college and had 43 representatives from various
Management Group , India shared his experiences community colleges and BVoc centers. This event was
of drafting guidelines for the government and the a learning and enriching experience for the members
objectives behind them. of the IQAC worked as a team to arrange an event of
Ms. Jillian Gross, Full Bright Scholar from the this stature and magnitude.
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce SYNERGY 16-17 | 19
FEATURES
IQAC “Cbenefit from a rich demographic dividend. their sustenance. A panel discussion on ‘curricular
reating a Skilled India” is the mission of University of Michigan educated the audience about
the government as India stands poised to the “Community College” models in the USA and
The IQAC conceptualized a two days’ International flexibility in HEIs’ refereed by Dr. Radhika Lobo led
Seminar on “Design, Development and Deliverance to fruitful discussions.
International Conference of Skill Objectives in Higher Education Institutions” Principal Moses Kolet , Mr. Vishal Raj , Dr. Avkash
on 14th and 15th Sept. 2016. Jadhav were among the other prominent speakers.
The Seminar was inaugurated by Dr. Niranajan Day two of the seminar commenced with oral
Hiranandani who congratulated the college for presentations by some participants. Sister Ananda,
receiving the community college status and spoke Principal , Sophia College , gave an insight into
about the need for more skill based courses in the the gender perspective of skill promotion and her
country. He also released the proceedings which was engagement with this.
compiled in a CD form. Ms Manju Nichani ,Principal All skills must eventually be aligned with industry; Dr
, KC College , lauded the initiative of the college in Vaijayanti Pandit , former President , FICCI elucidated
arranging this seminar. on mechanisms by which this could be achieved
The Keynote address was delivered by Prof. while education institutions design their curricula or
Jayashankaran, Ex-Vice Chancellor, Kanchi University. implement existing ones.
His animated talk on the important role of teachers in The feedback from the audience was very encouraging
the development of skills was very well received by the and constructive. The Seminar was a landmark event
participants. Prof. Ajay Mohan Goel , President ,Skills in the college and had 43 representatives from various
Management Group , India shared his experiences community colleges and BVoc centers. This event was
of drafting guidelines for the government and the a learning and enriching experience for the members
objectives behind them. of the IQAC worked as a team to arrange an event of
Ms. Jillian Gross, Full Bright Scholar from the this stature and magnitude.
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce SYNERGY 16-17 | 19
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NATIONAL
SEMINAR ECOLOGICAL DISASTERS : ITS IMPACT
AND HISTORICITY - INTERDISCIPLINARY
PERSPECTIVES FROM SOUTH ASIA
A
National seminar on ‘Ecological Disasters: Its Impact and Historicity -Interdisciplinary-
Perspectives from South Asia -was organized on 24th September,2016’
The theme of the Seminar was Water scarcity and Rain water Harvesting. The Chief guest
of the Seminar was “The Butterfly Man of India - Mr. Isaac Kehimkar” , Deputy Director of B. N. H.
S. , who made a wonderful presentation about” Exploring Wild Life India”. The Keynote speaker Dr.
Kurush Dalal, a famous Archaeologist and food Anthropologist delivered an erudite lecture on impact of
disasters from prehistoric times to the present and its impact on society and civilization. The highlight
of the seminar was the Panel presentation by the Department of History ,University of Mumbai, which
was chaired by Head of the History Department, Dr. Manjiri Kamat. The others from the department
who made presentations were Dr. Kishore Gaikwad and Ms. Grishma Rana .
Research papers on a wide range of interdisciplinary topics related to impact of natural disasters on
society,history,politics etc. were presented by participants from various colleges over three technical
sessions. The technical sessions were chaired by Dr. Louiza Rodrigues, Dr. Preetha Nilesh and Dr.
Anuradha Ranade.
Around 80 research scholars and students participated in the seminar.
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NATIONAL
SEMINAR ECOLOGICAL DISASTERS : ITS IMPACT
AND HISTORICITY - INTERDISCIPLINARY
PERSPECTIVES FROM SOUTH ASIA
A
National seminar on ‘Ecological Disasters: Its Impact and Historicity -Interdisciplinary-
Perspectives from South Asia -was organized on 24th September,2016’
The theme of the Seminar was Water scarcity and Rain water Harvesting. The Chief guest
of the Seminar was “The Butterfly Man of India - Mr. Isaac Kehimkar” , Deputy Director of B. N. H.
S. , who made a wonderful presentation about” Exploring Wild Life India”. The Keynote speaker Dr.
Kurush Dalal, a famous Archaeologist and food Anthropologist delivered an erudite lecture on impact of
disasters from prehistoric times to the present and its impact on society and civilization. The highlight
of the seminar was the Panel presentation by the Department of History ,University of Mumbai, which
was chaired by Head of the History Department, Dr. Manjiri Kamat. The others from the department
who made presentations were Dr. Kishore Gaikwad and Ms. Grishma Rana .
Research papers on a wide range of interdisciplinary topics related to impact of natural disasters on
society,history,politics etc. were presented by participants from various colleges over three technical
sessions. The technical sessions were chaired by Dr. Louiza Rodrigues, Dr. Preetha Nilesh and Dr.
Anuradha Ranade.
Around 80 research scholars and students participated in the seminar.
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KNOW
YOUR
PULSES
Life-sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Nutrition, Economics, and Politics. The conference
was attended by 83 participants from all across the country.
The participants included delegates, teachers from different disciplines, research scholars, undergraduate
and post graduate students from Science and Ayurveda colleges.
NATIONAL CONFERENCE The conference consisted of 16 oral and 34posterpresentations. The papers presented in the conference
BY THE SCIENCE ASSOCIATION were published in the form of the Proceeding with ISBN number. The Proceedings were released by Chief
Guest Ms. Rujuta Diwekar and Key note speaker Mr. G. Chandrashekhar.
A A poster and collage making competition on the same theme was also organized for the under-graduate
one day National Conference on “Know your Pulses -2016” was organized
by the “Science Association” of Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and
students of our college.
Commerce on 31st August 2016, to celebrate the “International Year of Pulses”
(IYoP) declared by the United Nations. The deliberations on various topics created awareness about different aspects of pulses. The conference
The Conference was organized with the focus to heighten public awareness on the nutritional benefits provided a unique platform for exchange of recent as well as ancient ideas between scientists, teaching
of pulses as part of sustainable food production aimed towards food security and nutrition. faculty and research students from various institutes.
The conference was inaugurated by the famous Nutritionist Ms. Rujuta Diwekar. In her talk she had
emphasized on the need and the benefits of introducing more pulses in your regular diet.
The conference included key note address and invited talks by following speakers
• Key note address - “Know Your Pulses - Indian Perspective” by Mr. Guruswamy Chandrashekhar,
India Director, IYoP, Commodity editor, Hindu Business line
• Invited talk on “Understanding the Pulse of Indian Market” by Dr. Satish Deodhar, Professor, Indian
Institution of Management
• Invited talk on “Medicinal uses of Pulses - Ayurvedic Perspective” by Dr. D. B. Mujumdar, Director,
Panchkarma Ayurveda Center, Virar
• Invited talk on “The Unusual Pulse Ode - Dawat -E-Pod” by Dr. Sagarika Damle, Head, Department
of Life Sciences, K. C. College, Mumbai
The diverse sub themes of the conference helped us reach participants from various subjects like Botany,
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FEATURES
KNOW
YOUR
PULSES
Life-sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Nutrition, Economics, and Politics. The conference
was attended by 83 participants from all across the country.
The participants included delegates, teachers from different disciplines, research scholars, undergraduate
and post graduate students from Science and Ayurveda colleges.
NATIONAL CONFERENCE The conference consisted of 16 oral and 34posterpresentations. The papers presented in the conference
BY THE SCIENCE ASSOCIATION were published in the form of the Proceeding with ISBN number. The Proceedings were released by Chief
Guest Ms. Rujuta Diwekar and Key note speaker Mr. G. Chandrashekhar.
A A poster and collage making competition on the same theme was also organized for the under-graduate
one day National Conference on “Know your Pulses -2016” was organized
by the “Science Association” of Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science and
students of our college.
Commerce on 31st August 2016, to celebrate the “International Year of Pulses”
(IYoP) declared by the United Nations. The deliberations on various topics created awareness about different aspects of pulses. The conference
The Conference was organized with the focus to heighten public awareness on the nutritional benefits provided a unique platform for exchange of recent as well as ancient ideas between scientists, teaching
of pulses as part of sustainable food production aimed towards food security and nutrition. faculty and research students from various institutes.
The conference was inaugurated by the famous Nutritionist Ms. Rujuta Diwekar. In her talk she had
emphasized on the need and the benefits of introducing more pulses in your regular diet.
The conference included key note address and invited talks by following speakers
• Key note address - “Know Your Pulses - Indian Perspective” by Mr. Guruswamy Chandrashekhar,
India Director, IYoP, Commodity editor, Hindu Business line
• Invited talk on “Understanding the Pulse of Indian Market” by Dr. Satish Deodhar, Professor, Indian
Institution of Management
• Invited talk on “Medicinal uses of Pulses - Ayurvedic Perspective” by Dr. D. B. Mujumdar, Director,
Panchkarma Ayurveda Center, Virar
• Invited talk on “The Unusual Pulse Ode - Dawat -E-Pod” by Dr. Sagarika Damle, Head, Department
of Life Sciences, K. C. College, Mumbai
The diverse sub themes of the conference helped us reach participants from various subjects like Botany,
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NATIONAL
CONFERENCE
The Afternoon session consisted of Poster presentations
GREEN TECHNOLOGIES (30) which were ably judged by Dr. Kiron Jathar (Vice
Principal, National College) and Dr. Manish Hate
IN DAY-TO-DAY LIFE (Associate Prof., Ramnarain Ruia College).
he Department of Chemistry in association with The Green The winners of Poster Presentation competition were
ChemisTree Foundation organized a One day National 1) First Prize - Dr. Pallavi Roy Tiwari of S.I.E.S. College
TConference titled ‘Green Technologies in Day-to-Day Life’ on 2) Second Prize - Dr. Kirtikumar Patel of N.B. Mehta
18 February 2017. Science College
The aim behind organizing such a conference was to increase awareness 3) Third Prize – Dr. Kshitij J.Chavan of D.G. Ruparel
among the teaching and research community about the use of Green College.
Technologies, so that we can incorporate them in our Day-to-Day life
and also to trigger the minds of young students, research scholars and All participants and winners were given e-Certificates.
teachers to pursue research in this area. Since the theme was the use of Green Technologies, we
To strengthen the cooperation between research and industry and released the conference proceedings in CD instead of a
to encourage junior scientists to make significant academic and book to minimize the use of papers. The proceedings
technological contribution to inspire, educate and connect on a global contained 50 abstracts by participants from different
scale we invited Resource Persons from diverse fields to come together parts of the country.
on a common platform and update us with the latest developments in The undergraduate research students of the College
Green Chemistry. were also given an opportunity to present their work as
The Key note address was delivered by Padma Vibhushan Prof. M. M. posters and were given special Jury Price. The feedback
Sharma followed by technical Sessions by Mr. Ravi Raghavan (Editor, received from the participants were very encouraging
Chemical Weekly); Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar (TIFR) and Mr. R N and highlighted true mark of the success of the
Mohanty (Pidilite Industries). conference.
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NATIONAL
CONFERENCE
The Afternoon session consisted of Poster presentations
GREEN TECHNOLOGIES (30) which were ably judged by Dr. Kiron Jathar (Vice
Principal, National College) and Dr. Manish Hate
IN DAY-TO-DAY LIFE (Associate Prof., Ramnarain Ruia College).
he Department of Chemistry in association with The Green The winners of Poster Presentation competition were
ChemisTree Foundation organized a One day National 1) First Prize - Dr. Pallavi Roy Tiwari of S.I.E.S. College
TConference titled ‘Green Technologies in Day-to-Day Life’ on 2) Second Prize - Dr. Kirtikumar Patel of N.B. Mehta
18 February 2017. Science College
The aim behind organizing such a conference was to increase awareness 3) Third Prize – Dr. Kshitij J.Chavan of D.G. Ruparel
among the teaching and research community about the use of Green College.
Technologies, so that we can incorporate them in our Day-to-Day life
and also to trigger the minds of young students, research scholars and All participants and winners were given e-Certificates.
teachers to pursue research in this area. Since the theme was the use of Green Technologies, we
To strengthen the cooperation between research and industry and released the conference proceedings in CD instead of a
to encourage junior scientists to make significant academic and book to minimize the use of papers. The proceedings
technological contribution to inspire, educate and connect on a global contained 50 abstracts by participants from different
scale we invited Resource Persons from diverse fields to come together parts of the country.
on a common platform and update us with the latest developments in The undergraduate research students of the College
Green Chemistry. were also given an opportunity to present their work as
The Key note address was delivered by Padma Vibhushan Prof. M. M. posters and were given special Jury Price. The feedback
Sharma followed by technical Sessions by Mr. Ravi Raghavan (Editor, received from the participants were very encouraging
Chemical Weekly); Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar (TIFR) and Mr. R N and highlighted true mark of the success of the
Mohanty (Pidilite Industries). conference.
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ANNUAL PRIZE DISTRIBUTION he practice of lauding disciples for their achievements has been a tradition
in Indian culture since the very beginning. In ancient times achievements
Twere recognized and were rewarded with so called ‘ashirvaad’ or blessings.
Today the achievements are recognized and are rewarded in the form of prizes,
awards etc. It helps in motivating and inspiring individuals and at the same time
encourages them to accept newer challenges.
The Annual Convocation and Prize distribution is one such similar event in
our college which hails the best performers of the college in all categories and
awards them for their achievements. The 26th Annual Convocation and Prize
Distribution ceremony was held on Saturday, 21st January 2017. The chief guest
for the evening was Dr. Vithal Kamat, Founder and Chairman of popular chain of
Kamat hotels along with guest of honour Dr. G. Srinivas, Senior Joint Secretary,
UGC. Besides highlighting the accomplishments of the students they felicitated
the rank holders and toppers from various courses.
The program began with our Principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar reading out the
annual report of the college, followed by an address speech by Dr. G Srinivas,
which was quite breathtaking and stimulating. He strongly and firmly asserted
that dedication,determination and hard work are the key elements for becoming
winners of tomorrow.
Following the addressal, many prestigious awards were presented including the
Special GNC awards. Mr and Miss GNC was bagged by Mr. Nikhil Ambdoskar
and Ms. Jyoti Rajpurohit respectively, pride of GNC award was acquired by Mr.
Arinjay Das, Mr. Narayan Vaish, Miss Ravneet Kaur, and Miss Kanchan Mahato.
The most promising student of GNC award was given to Mr. Sayyed Mussaddique.
The ceremony concluded with a power packed speech by Dr. Kamat whereby he
aroused a sense of belief and faith among students by making them chant the
famous Hindi patriotic song, hum honge kamiyaab. “Your nature determines your
future,” is what he stated. Underlining this aspect, he asked each and everyone
to possess the right attitude as that ultimately is the decisive factor for one’s
progress.
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ANNUAL PRIZE DISTRIBUTION he practice of lauding disciples for their achievements has been a tradition
in Indian culture since the very beginning. In ancient times achievements
Twere recognized and were rewarded with so called ‘ashirvaad’ or blessings.
Today the achievements are recognized and are rewarded in the form of prizes,
awards etc. It helps in motivating and inspiring individuals and at the same time
encourages them to accept newer challenges.
The Annual Convocation and Prize distribution is one such similar event in
our college which hails the best performers of the college in all categories and
awards them for their achievements. The 26th Annual Convocation and Prize
Distribution ceremony was held on Saturday, 21st January 2017. The chief guest
for the evening was Dr. Vithal Kamat, Founder and Chairman of popular chain of
Kamat hotels along with guest of honour Dr. G. Srinivas, Senior Joint Secretary,
UGC. Besides highlighting the accomplishments of the students they felicitated
the rank holders and toppers from various courses.
The program began with our Principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar reading out the
annual report of the college, followed by an address speech by Dr. G Srinivas,
which was quite breathtaking and stimulating. He strongly and firmly asserted
that dedication,determination and hard work are the key elements for becoming
winners of tomorrow.
Following the addressal, many prestigious awards were presented including the
Special GNC awards. Mr and Miss GNC was bagged by Mr. Nikhil Ambdoskar
and Ms. Jyoti Rajpurohit respectively, pride of GNC award was acquired by Mr.
Arinjay Das, Mr. Narayan Vaish, Miss Ravneet Kaur, and Miss Kanchan Mahato.
The most promising student of GNC award was given to Mr. Sayyed Mussaddique.
The ceremony concluded with a power packed speech by Dr. Kamat whereby he
aroused a sense of belief and faith among students by making them chant the
famous Hindi patriotic song, hum honge kamiyaab. “Your nature determines your
future,” is what he stated. Underlining this aspect, he asked each and everyone
to possess the right attitude as that ultimately is the decisive factor for one’s
progress.
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of digitalization the administrative staff are facing newer
challenges in terms of adapting to the latest technology.
The workshop was aimed at building the skills of
administration and support staff to cope up with such new
challenges. Besides this the workshop also highlighted
IQAC other prospects like increased time optimization,
effective communication skills, dealing and managing
stress, etc. The workshop also provided an opportunity
for the newly recruited staff members to learn new skills
which would help them thrive in their careers. In today’s
world the presentability, grooming and soft skills boosts
self-confidence which ultimately helps in increasing and creating a pleasant, amiable work place. The IQAC workshop
theme for the year was “Skills for effectiveness and optimization in office administration”. It was held on 28th February
2017 for the non-teaching staff of the college. It was a one day workshop which comprised of various sessions such as the
Workshop For laughter yoga session, stress management session, soft skills, grooming session etc. The main objective of this workshop
Non- teaching was to introduce the office staff to new techniques and tools in office management. A total of 54 participants from
various colleges & institutions attended this workshop. The Inaugural function was graced by former Vice-Chancellor
& Support Dr. Snehalata Deshmukh who spoke about the importance of the role of support staff in effective functioning of an
institution. This was followed by a session on MIS by Ms. Keyaa Mukherjee, Office superintendent of Maniben Nanavati
Staff Women’s college. Basic IT training sessions were arranged in computer labs for the support staff.
Today the stress of office administration in terms of documentation, record keeping, interpretation of university and
government rules and regulations and monotony of desk job often affects their mental and physical health. Through
the various sessions organized as part of this workshop we assisted in addressing the above issues and thrived towards
enabling the staff to contemplate their problems and redress these issues.
th
28 FEB he word quality The workshop which commenced at around 8am in the morning finally concluded at 4.30pm with a valedictory function
presided over by Prof. Smita Lele (Registrar ICT Mumbai). Overall it was a pleasant and enriching session for the non
2017 Tmeaning to teaching and support staff members and has benefited them tremendously.
has
different
different people. It is about providing result that
will meet the specific needs of the customer, attract the
confidence of the customer and convince the customer
“Skills for what he gets is worth the money paid for. Quality
assurance is a part of quality management focused on
Effectiveness and providing confidence that the quality requirements
will be fulfilled. They are planned activities designed to
Optimization in ensure that quality control activities are being properly
implemented.
Office In every institution administration and support staff act
as a bridge between the college and the stake holders i.e.
Administration” students, parents, vendors of college. In the modern era
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of digitalization the administrative staff are facing newer
challenges in terms of adapting to the latest technology.
The workshop was aimed at building the skills of
administration and support staff to cope up with such new
challenges. Besides this the workshop also highlighted
IQAC other prospects like increased time optimization,
effective communication skills, dealing and managing
stress, etc. The workshop also provided an opportunity
for the newly recruited staff members to learn new skills
which would help them thrive in their careers. In today’s
world the presentability, grooming and soft skills boosts
self-confidence which ultimately helps in increasing and creating a pleasant, amiable work place. The IQAC workshop
theme for the year was “Skills for effectiveness and optimization in office administration”. It was held on 28th February
2017 for the non-teaching staff of the college. It was a one day workshop which comprised of various sessions such as the
Workshop For laughter yoga session, stress management session, soft skills, grooming session etc. The main objective of this workshop
Non- teaching was to introduce the office staff to new techniques and tools in office management. A total of 54 participants from
various colleges & institutions attended this workshop. The Inaugural function was graced by former Vice-Chancellor
& Support Dr. Snehalata Deshmukh who spoke about the importance of the role of support staff in effective functioning of an
institution. This was followed by a session on MIS by Ms. Keyaa Mukherjee, Office superintendent of Maniben Nanavati
Staff Women’s college. Basic IT training sessions were arranged in computer labs for the support staff.
Today the stress of office administration in terms of documentation, record keeping, interpretation of university and
government rules and regulations and monotony of desk job often affects their mental and physical health. Through
the various sessions organized as part of this workshop we assisted in addressing the above issues and thrived towards
enabling the staff to contemplate their problems and redress these issues.
th
28 FEB he word quality The workshop which commenced at around 8am in the morning finally concluded at 4.30pm with a valedictory function
presided over by Prof. Smita Lele (Registrar ICT Mumbai). Overall it was a pleasant and enriching session for the non
2017 Tmeaning to teaching and support staff members and has benefited them tremendously.
has
different
different people. It is about providing result that
will meet the specific needs of the customer, attract the
confidence of the customer and convince the customer
“Skills for what he gets is worth the money paid for. Quality
assurance is a part of quality management focused on
Effectiveness and providing confidence that the quality requirements
will be fulfilled. They are planned activities designed to
Optimization in ensure that quality control activities are being properly
implemented.
Office In every institution administration and support staff act
as a bridge between the college and the stake holders i.e.
Administration” students, parents, vendors of college. In the modern era
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CHEM-TECHNOVANZA 2017
2016
he Department of Chemistry of Guru Nanak College organised an exhibition titled – ‘Chem-
nternational Youth Fellowship (IYF) is a global our college was organized by a delegation of students Technovanza’ on 1st February 2017. It was the brainchild of our Final Year (T Y B Sc) students
youth initiative of International Youth Fellowship from South Korea. Tof Chemistry who felt that there was a great need to open the minds of young school students to
IEducational Foundation (IYFEF), a non-profit The event held in the college premises included a the wonderful world of Chemistry. For this we organized this exhibition which showcased the principles
organization in the state of California. IYF is dedicated Mind Education lecture, which aimed at educating the of Chemistry in the form of Magical Experiments and live demonstrations.
to the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional growth of mind for higher performance and better co-ordination
young people around the world. Through proprietary amongst people; games to develop mindeset; Talk On the day of the Exhibition the whole college wore a geeky look with all students wearing a lab coat.
programs, events, and practical opportunities, IYF up, that let people speak their minds to connect with There was inquisitiveness and joy in the air. All the experiments were set up and explained by a team
strives to create international awareness and cultural others; andcultural performances by overseas volunteer of students from all three years of B.Sc.. They were ably trained by the Organising team of T.Y.B.Sc.
exchange; and developing leadership skills that are students and International Guitar Band. consisting of Mr. Ashish, Mr. Rohit, Ms. Ashiya, Mr. Aniket, Ms. Pooja, Mr. Abhishek
applied on a global level by promoting the value of The IYF Camp was such a pleasant experience for all More than 700 students from various schools in and around Koliwada attended this event and enjoyed
meaningful performing arts and mind training. the overseas students and students of various colleges themselves. They were extremely curious and asked a number of questions which our students answered
This year Guru Nanak College hosted the IYF Mind from Mumbai who attended this one day program. We well.
Training Camp on 27th September 2016. Every year at Guru Nanak College also look forward to organize A short film on the event was an instant hit on You-Tube. Going by the tremendous response, we plan
this camp is held in 40 different countries and provides IYF 2017.
a platform for exchange of culture and ideas between to make it as a yearly event.
youth of various nations. The Mind Training Camp in
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CHEM-TECHNOVANZA 2017
2016
he Department of Chemistry of Guru Nanak College organised an exhibition titled – ‘Chem-
nternational Youth Fellowship (IYF) is a global our college was organized by a delegation of students Technovanza’ on 1st February 2017. It was the brainchild of our Final Year (T Y B Sc) students
youth initiative of International Youth Fellowship from South Korea. Tof Chemistry who felt that there was a great need to open the minds of young school students to
IEducational Foundation (IYFEF), a non-profit The event held in the college premises included a the wonderful world of Chemistry. For this we organized this exhibition which showcased the principles
organization in the state of California. IYF is dedicated Mind Education lecture, which aimed at educating the of Chemistry in the form of Magical Experiments and live demonstrations.
to the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional growth of mind for higher performance and better co-ordination
young people around the world. Through proprietary amongst people; games to develop mindeset; Talk On the day of the Exhibition the whole college wore a geeky look with all students wearing a lab coat.
programs, events, and practical opportunities, IYF up, that let people speak their minds to connect with There was inquisitiveness and joy in the air. All the experiments were set up and explained by a team
strives to create international awareness and cultural others; andcultural performances by overseas volunteer of students from all three years of B.Sc.. They were ably trained by the Organising team of T.Y.B.Sc.
exchange; and developing leadership skills that are students and International Guitar Band. consisting of Mr. Ashish, Mr. Rohit, Ms. Ashiya, Mr. Aniket, Ms. Pooja, Mr. Abhishek
applied on a global level by promoting the value of The IYF Camp was such a pleasant experience for all More than 700 students from various schools in and around Koliwada attended this event and enjoyed
meaningful performing arts and mind training. the overseas students and students of various colleges themselves. They were extremely curious and asked a number of questions which our students answered
This year Guru Nanak College hosted the IYF Mind from Mumbai who attended this one day program. We well.
Training Camp on 27th September 2016. Every year at Guru Nanak College also look forward to organize A short film on the event was an instant hit on You-Tube. Going by the tremendous response, we plan
this camp is held in 40 different countries and provides IYF 2017.
a platform for exchange of culture and ideas between to make it as a yearly event.
youth of various nations. The Mind Training Camp in
FEATURES
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KALA JAN
UTSAV 2017
K ala Utsav is one of the dance and group dance performances
her tunes. Different forms of solo
most prominent fest of
done by various performers like Mr. Ashish
Guru Nanak College , that
gives a chance to the students of various streams Giri and The Angel’s crew, respectively were
to showcase their talents in extra-curricular activities witnessed by exuberant students seated in the hall.
and subjects like music, dance, spoken poetry, drama, fashion Fashion show, however, remained the highlight of the event,
show, etc. Kala - Utsav derives its name from the very qualities it wherein, a number of themed acts were presented. To catch up with
hopes to exemplify-celebration of Art. The event is witnessed by hundreds Performing Arts’ participants, performers of Literary Arts stepped up and
of students and teachers, who indulge themselves in the aroma of the musical mesmerized the audience by weaving the magic of spoken poetry. As the saying
atmosphere. This year, on January 17th, the cultural team, headed by Prof. Santosh goes, “Literature is important for the same reasons art is important – it’s a reflection
Pathare, made an attempt to make the event bigger and better than usual. After lighting of of the world as seen through the eyes of the artist.” To wrap up the performances, an Alumni
the lamp and the prayer song, a series of competitions followed. Around 150 participants, after of Guru Nanak college, now a professional film industry artist- Mr. Rajesh Mazumdar displayed
clearing the audition round, demonstrated their talents with utmost enthusiasm and diligence on the his brilliant dancing skills. As thunderous applause rented the enclosed area, college Principal, Dr. Vijay
stage of college auditorium. Kala Utsav started off with the very engrossing anchoring by Mr. Musa Sayyed Dabholkar along with Vice-Principals and the cultural committee delivered the vote of thanks and awarded the
and Ms. Riddhi Bodhare, followed by singing competition where participants like Mr. Nikhil Ambodskar, with his deserving winners to conclude the fest.
versatile voice made everyone tap their feet, and the soulful voice of Ms. Sunita Pandey made everyone hum to
FEATURES
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KALA JAN
UTSAV 2017
K ala Utsav is one of the dance and group dance performances
her tunes. Different forms of solo
most prominent fest of
done by various performers like Mr. Ashish
Guru Nanak College , that
gives a chance to the students of various streams Giri and The Angel’s crew, respectively were
to showcase their talents in extra-curricular activities witnessed by exuberant students seated in the hall.
and subjects like music, dance, spoken poetry, drama, fashion Fashion show, however, remained the highlight of the event,
show, etc. Kala - Utsav derives its name from the very qualities it wherein, a number of themed acts were presented. To catch up with
hopes to exemplify-celebration of Art. The event is witnessed by hundreds Performing Arts’ participants, performers of Literary Arts stepped up and
of students and teachers, who indulge themselves in the aroma of the musical mesmerized the audience by weaving the magic of spoken poetry. As the saying
atmosphere. This year, on January 17th, the cultural team, headed by Prof. Santosh goes, “Literature is important for the same reasons art is important – it’s a reflection
Pathare, made an attempt to make the event bigger and better than usual. After lighting of of the world as seen through the eyes of the artist.” To wrap up the performances, an Alumni
the lamp and the prayer song, a series of competitions followed. Around 150 participants, after of Guru Nanak college, now a professional film industry artist- Mr. Rajesh Mazumdar displayed
clearing the audition round, demonstrated their talents with utmost enthusiasm and diligence on the his brilliant dancing skills. As thunderous applause rented the enclosed area, college Principal, Dr. Vijay
stage of college auditorium. Kala Utsav started off with the very engrossing anchoring by Mr. Musa Sayyed Dabholkar along with Vice-Principals and the cultural committee delivered the vote of thanks and awarded the
and Ms. Riddhi Bodhare, followed by singing competition where participants like Mr. Nikhil Ambodskar, with his deserving winners to conclude the fest.
versatile voice made everyone tap their feet, and the soulful voice of Ms. Sunita Pandey made everyone hum to
FEATURES
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JOY
OF
GIVING
oy of Giving” is an Institutional - Social initiative by our Student’s Team comprising of UG and
“JPG students. This year the event was held on 15th Jan 2017 and was led by Prof. Janshi R. Nadar,
guided by Vice-principal Dr. R. N. Nadar, and supported by Principal Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar. This unique
awakening programme aimed at spreading joy and happiness among those who need help and support,
and for each of us to experience the joy in giving.
In this joy drive, the volunteers collected donations from the students, teachers and non-teaching staff in
the form of study materials (stationery), money etc. with an intent to donate them to the needy.
On 15th Jan 2017 underprivileged children studying in Guru Nanak School (Hindi Medium), G. T. B.
Nagar were invited. The volunteers acted as teachers and did a lot of entertaining, learning and fun-giving
activities such as Fruits based learning, Puppet show on traffic signal, Social awareness on safety and
precaution, Drawing competition. Children were given an opportunity to write their wishes on “Wish
Tree”. Finally, Gifts were distributed to students. The programme ended by distributing refreshments to
students and their parents. It was indeed a beautiful and gratitude filled day for both poor kids and the
student volunteers.
The volunteers’ experience in feeling the Joy of Giving has encouraged them to do more such events in
“ We make a living by what we get. the near future.
We make a life by what we give”
- Winston Churchill FEATURES
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JOY
OF
GIVING
oy of Giving” is an Institutional - Social initiative by our Student’s Team comprising of UG and
“JPG students. This year the event was held on 15th Jan 2017 and was led by Prof. Janshi R. Nadar,
guided by Vice-principal Dr. R. N. Nadar, and supported by Principal Dr. Vijay V. Dabholkar. This unique
awakening programme aimed at spreading joy and happiness among those who need help and support,
and for each of us to experience the joy in giving.
In this joy drive, the volunteers collected donations from the students, teachers and non-teaching staff in
the form of study materials (stationery), money etc. with an intent to donate them to the needy.
On 15th Jan 2017 underprivileged children studying in Guru Nanak School (Hindi Medium), G. T. B.
Nagar were invited. The volunteers acted as teachers and did a lot of entertaining, learning and fun-giving
activities such as Fruits based learning, Puppet show on traffic signal, Social awareness on safety and
precaution, Drawing competition. Children were given an opportunity to write their wishes on “Wish
Tree”. Finally, Gifts were distributed to students. The programme ended by distributing refreshments to
students and their parents. It was indeed a beautiful and gratitude filled day for both poor kids and the
student volunteers.
The volunteers’ experience in feeling the Joy of Giving has encouraged them to do more such events in
“ We make a living by what we get. the near future.
We make a life by what we give”
- Winston Churchill FEATURES
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SIR C. V. RAMAN LECTURE SERIES MIND YOUR
BUSINESS
hile choosing our career, many of us are focussed and know for sure what we are want to be,while
on the contrary many are in a dilemma of what career path they must choose. Growing up makes
Wus more responsible towards our dream job of what we want to be in the near future. We dream
day and night and picture ourselves as a successful person. Even after choosing a career, in the beginning
it seems all good, life seems to be on the right track, but somewhere in the middle you start feeling
that if you had chosen the other path life would have been better.
It is very important to have an advice, especially from a Professional to clear all those clouds
of confusion. Yes there are your parents and peers but isn’t an expert advice always better
and assuring? How great would it be if a Professional from your dream field will guide
you on how to be better at what you do and how to achieve your dreams.
Keeping this in mind the NSS Unit of Guru Nanak College organized a
conference “Mind Your Business” on 27th August 2016 to guide students
on various career options. This conference was inaugurated by famous
media personality - Mr. Bharat Dabholkar and University of
Mumbai NSS Coordinator - Mr. Balasaheb Bidave.
Mr. KaushalInamdar (Music Director), Mr. Abhiram
Bhadakamkar (Film Director and Writer), Mr. Kishor
Nadivadekar (Painter), Mr. Chirag Agrawal
(Choreographer), Mr. Mukund Kule (Press
Reporter) and Ms. Uttara Mone (Media
Coordinator) guided the students
he Department of Physics hosted the second lecture of the CV Raman Oration Series, in association
with the Indian Physics Association (IPA) on 11th February 2017. and gave an insight into their
TThe past decade has seen tremendous advances in observational cosmology. The results obtained respective field of work. 160
teach us that the initial conditions of the universe were very special. An attractive theoretical idea called NSS Volunteers from
cosmological inflation provides an explanation for these initial conditions. Prof. SandipTrivedi, Director, Mumbai City Colleges
TIFR reviewed some of these developments through his talk titled “Symmetries and the birth of the participated in this
Universe”. Conference.
This oration was attended by UG and PG students and faculty members from various colleges and office
bearers of IPA.
Students were inspired to dwell on the revelations of cosmology and were enthused by the interesting talk
by Prof. Trivedi.
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SIR C. V. RAMAN LECTURE SERIES MIND YOUR
BUSINESS
hile choosing our career, many of us are focussed and know for sure what we are want to be,while
on the contrary many are in a dilemma of what career path they must choose. Growing up makes
Wus more responsible towards our dream job of what we want to be in the near future. We dream
day and night and picture ourselves as a successful person. Even after choosing a career, in the beginning
it seems all good, life seems to be on the right track, but somewhere in the middle you start feeling
that if you had chosen the other path life would have been better.
It is very important to have an advice, especially from a Professional to clear all those clouds
of confusion. Yes there are your parents and peers but isn’t an expert advice always better
and assuring? How great would it be if a Professional from your dream field will guide
you on how to be better at what you do and how to achieve your dreams.
Keeping this in mind the NSS Unit of Guru Nanak College organized a
conference “Mind Your Business” on 27th August 2016 to guide students
on various career options. This conference was inaugurated by famous
media personality - Mr. Bharat Dabholkar and University of
Mumbai NSS Coordinator - Mr. Balasaheb Bidave.
Mr. KaushalInamdar (Music Director), Mr. Abhiram
Bhadakamkar (Film Director and Writer), Mr. Kishor
Nadivadekar (Painter), Mr. Chirag Agrawal
(Choreographer), Mr. Mukund Kule (Press
Reporter) and Ms. Uttara Mone (Media
Coordinator) guided the students
he Department of Physics hosted the second lecture of the CV Raman Oration Series, in association
with the Indian Physics Association (IPA) on 11th February 2017. and gave an insight into their
TThe past decade has seen tremendous advances in observational cosmology. The results obtained respective field of work. 160
teach us that the initial conditions of the universe were very special. An attractive theoretical idea called NSS Volunteers from
cosmological inflation provides an explanation for these initial conditions. Prof. SandipTrivedi, Director, Mumbai City Colleges
TIFR reviewed some of these developments through his talk titled “Symmetries and the birth of the participated in this
Universe”. Conference.
This oration was attended by UG and PG students and faculty members from various colleges and office
bearers of IPA.
Students were inspired to dwell on the revelations of cosmology and were enthused by the interesting talk
by Prof. Trivedi.
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ITRONICS ITRONICS - The Third Eye
ultural events are some of the most happening events in the college.
An Inter-collegiate cultural and technical fest, “ITRONICS-
CThe third eye - Season 1”, was organized by the Department of
Information Technology.
The Fest was inaugurated by our college principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar in
the college campus on 22nd February 2017.
The college Vice-principals - Mr. Mr. N. Thiruvenkadasamy & Dr.
Pushpinder Bhatia along with Mr. Vishal from Appeek, presided over the
function. The fest was attended by more than 500 students from across
5 colleges in Mumbai, who participated in 15 different events. This fest
was organized with the objective to provide platform for the students to
showcase their talent with a competitive spirit. The enthusiasm of the
Students of BSc. IT. of Guru Nanak College led to the birth of ITRONICS.
Itronics was sponsored by Appeek, Skan, Mr indoor sports competitions were a big hit. Mr. &
Electronics, LED for India & Tata DoCoMo. Ms. ITRONICS award was bagged by Mr. Akash &
Itronics had crazy energy and intense competitions. Ms. Sunita Pandey. The winners were given cash
Events that were included in Itronics were Debate, prizes and trophies. The show concluded on a high
Dubugging, Presentation, Web Design, Blind note, as everybody danced and sang to the tune of
Tying, Quiz, Counter-Strike, Mini Miltia, NFS, DJ in DJ Night.
Chess, Table Tennis, Carrom, Beg Borrow Steal, Students of B.Sc. I.T. worked day and night to
Treasure Hunt & Personality hunt. Itronics started make ITRONICS a success. The complete fest
with a talk from Mr Vishal, Manager, Appeek was organized and managed by the students. The
about Android Development. The highlight College & Department feels proud to organize
events were Personality Hunt, Treasure Hunt, and such a successful event and have already started
Web Designing. Other popular events included working on ITRONICS Season 2.
Beg Borrow Steal, Counter Strike & Debate.The
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ITRONICS ITRONICS - The Third Eye
ultural events are some of the most happening events in the college.
An Inter-collegiate cultural and technical fest, “ITRONICS-
CThe third eye - Season 1”, was organized by the Department of
Information Technology.
The Fest was inaugurated by our college principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar in
the college campus on 22nd February 2017.
The college Vice-principals - Mr. Mr. N. Thiruvenkadasamy & Dr.
Pushpinder Bhatia along with Mr. Vishal from Appeek, presided over the
function. The fest was attended by more than 500 students from across
5 colleges in Mumbai, who participated in 15 different events. This fest
was organized with the objective to provide platform for the students to
showcase their talent with a competitive spirit. The enthusiasm of the
Students of BSc. IT. of Guru Nanak College led to the birth of ITRONICS.
Itronics was sponsored by Appeek, Skan, Mr indoor sports competitions were a big hit. Mr. &
Electronics, LED for India & Tata DoCoMo. Ms. ITRONICS award was bagged by Mr. Akash &
Itronics had crazy energy and intense competitions. Ms. Sunita Pandey. The winners were given cash
Events that were included in Itronics were Debate, prizes and trophies. The show concluded on a high
Dubugging, Presentation, Web Design, Blind note, as everybody danced and sang to the tune of
Tying, Quiz, Counter-Strike, Mini Miltia, NFS, DJ in DJ Night.
Chess, Table Tennis, Carrom, Beg Borrow Steal, Students of B.Sc. I.T. worked day and night to
Treasure Hunt & Personality hunt. Itronics started make ITRONICS a success. The complete fest
with a talk from Mr Vishal, Manager, Appeek was organized and managed by the students. The
about Android Development. The highlight College & Department feels proud to organize
events were Personality Hunt, Treasure Hunt, and such a successful event and have already started
Web Designing. Other popular events included working on ITRONICS Season 2.
Beg Borrow Steal, Counter Strike & Debate.The
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Research Paper Presentation Competition
“Impact of Demonetization of Indian Currency”
n every economy across the world, currency plays a vital role in growth and development. Governments have to
adopt many mechanisms to have control over their currencies. Demonetization of currency is one such major step
Iin this direction taken by the Indian government which in turn has a lot of impact on economic and social sectors.
n 20th of February, the BMM faction of the college came out with a fest dedicated to all the Considering the significance, contemporariness and relevance of the topic, the Department of Commerce organized
creative minds harbored within all the colleges. The fest was called “Fest-O-Media” ,Oh! and an Inter-collegiate Research Paper Presentation Competition for students on the topic “Impact of Demonetization of
Owhat a thing of beauty it was. Indian Currency”on 27th January 2017. The prime objective of the event was to inculcate research interest in the young
The idea behind organizing such a fest was to create a safe space for the visiting colleges to let their minds.
art flow. The production department created a series of media-related placards, which the college Apart from the thrust area of research, participants were given choices to select the following topics i.e. Cash Crunch,
Corruption, Change in financial structure, Legal reforms, Opportunities and challenges in various sectors, Financial
campus was adorned with. The students, being the driving force behind this fest, were working in close inclusion, Digitization-ICT, Socio-economic changes, FDI, Entrepreneurship, Government schemes and programmes,
conjunction with their seniors. The fest-o-media consisted of events relating to the media like creative Economic growth, Cost of demonetization versus its benefits, Inflation, Exchange rate and Balance of payments.
writing, debate, personality hunt, media quiz, logo designing, photography event and short film event. 115 students from 24 colleges across the University of Mumbai participated in the competition and presented their
The fest provided a platform for the students to bring out to the world their artistic side. Whether it research papers. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Brinda Jagirdar, Former General Manager & Chief Economist,
was the argumentative environment of the debate or the peaceful one of creative writing, the students, State Bank of India. Three subject experts were appointed, viz; Dr. Amitab Sheghal, R. A. Podar College, Matunga, Dr.
both the visiting and our own, were there to add on to the aesthetics of the fest. Shanti Iyer, SIES College, Sion East and Dr. Arvind Dhond, Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Mumbai. Prizes were given
Fest-o-media, the beginning of and the first one in the line of more fests, has been a great opportunity for best presentations. All the participants were given participation/presentation certificates.
The students’ research on the said topic has broadened their knowledge with respect to understanding the impact of
for inter college interaction. demonetization in various dimensions in different sectors of the Indian economy. Further, it has enabled them to portray
their own ideas on the topic and enhance their skills of presentation, which is the necessity for the younger generation.
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Research Paper Presentation Competition
“Impact of Demonetization of Indian Currency”
n every economy across the world, currency plays a vital role in growth and development. Governments have to
adopt many mechanisms to have control over their currencies. Demonetization of currency is one such major step
Iin this direction taken by the Indian government which in turn has a lot of impact on economic and social sectors.
n 20th of February, the BMM faction of the college came out with a fest dedicated to all the Considering the significance, contemporariness and relevance of the topic, the Department of Commerce organized
creative minds harbored within all the colleges. The fest was called “Fest-O-Media” ,Oh! and an Inter-collegiate Research Paper Presentation Competition for students on the topic “Impact of Demonetization of
Owhat a thing of beauty it was. Indian Currency”on 27th January 2017. The prime objective of the event was to inculcate research interest in the young
The idea behind organizing such a fest was to create a safe space for the visiting colleges to let their minds.
art flow. The production department created a series of media-related placards, which the college Apart from the thrust area of research, participants were given choices to select the following topics i.e. Cash Crunch,
Corruption, Change in financial structure, Legal reforms, Opportunities and challenges in various sectors, Financial
campus was adorned with. The students, being the driving force behind this fest, were working in close inclusion, Digitization-ICT, Socio-economic changes, FDI, Entrepreneurship, Government schemes and programmes,
conjunction with their seniors. The fest-o-media consisted of events relating to the media like creative Economic growth, Cost of demonetization versus its benefits, Inflation, Exchange rate and Balance of payments.
writing, debate, personality hunt, media quiz, logo designing, photography event and short film event. 115 students from 24 colleges across the University of Mumbai participated in the competition and presented their
The fest provided a platform for the students to bring out to the world their artistic side. Whether it research papers. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Brinda Jagirdar, Former General Manager & Chief Economist,
was the argumentative environment of the debate or the peaceful one of creative writing, the students, State Bank of India. Three subject experts were appointed, viz; Dr. Amitab Sheghal, R. A. Podar College, Matunga, Dr.
both the visiting and our own, were there to add on to the aesthetics of the fest. Shanti Iyer, SIES College, Sion East and Dr. Arvind Dhond, Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Mumbai. Prizes were given
Fest-o-media, the beginning of and the first one in the line of more fests, has been a great opportunity for best presentations. All the participants were given participation/presentation certificates.
The students’ research on the said topic has broadened their knowledge with respect to understanding the impact of
for inter college interaction. demonetization in various dimensions in different sectors of the Indian economy. Further, it has enabled them to portray
their own ideas on the topic and enhance their skills of presentation, which is the necessity for the younger generation.
42 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce SYNERGY 16-17 | 43
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
The Acoustic Cover Search for You
You are like an acoustic cover If you want to see yourself
of my favourite ninety’s song. Do not see in the mirror.
Favourite,
yet incomplete, Because you are a person who,
where yodels are lost Changes rapidly like the water colour
somewhere in the high reverberations; When you see yourself in the mirror,
lyrics, Your beauty tries to attract people near.
in the heavy bass;
and emotions, But when you see,
perhaps, in the technicalities. Yourself within you,
You are a person,
You are like an acoustic cover
of my favourite ninety’s song. Who waits to do people hoooooooooo
The amalgamation Do not think that your face is everything,
Anip Mittal of the best six strings
S. Y. B. Com which create Because without a good heart you are nothing.
the most pleasurable twang;
drumbeats,
which synchronize with the heartbeats;
vocals, Pinki Londhe
which complete S.Y.B.Sc.
the melodious harmony;
the touch of the highest note,
that whistles through the air,
echo in my head and,
touch my soul. The Student’s Prayer
You are like an acoustic cover Show me so that I can stand on your shoulders
of my favourite ninety’s song Reveal yourself so that I can be something different
Too mild. Don’t impose on me what you know
Too beautiful. I want to explore the unknown
It’s beautiful because it’s intangible, And be the source of my own discoveries
yet touches me, Let the known be my Liberation not my slavery
every minute.
every hour.
But sometimes,
it scares me,
because you’re too beautiful and simple,
and I don’t think I can go back
to the complexities
of the real world.
Pinky Chaudhary
S. Y. B. Com
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce SYNERGY 16-17 | 45
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
The Acoustic Cover Search for You
You are like an acoustic cover If you want to see yourself
of my favourite ninety’s song. Do not see in the mirror.
Favourite,
yet incomplete, Because you are a person who,
where yodels are lost Changes rapidly like the water colour
somewhere in the high reverberations; When you see yourself in the mirror,
lyrics, Your beauty tries to attract people near.
in the heavy bass;
and emotions, But when you see,
perhaps, in the technicalities. Yourself within you,
You are a person,
You are like an acoustic cover
of my favourite ninety’s song. Who waits to do people hoooooooooo
The amalgamation Do not think that your face is everything,
Anip Mittal of the best six strings
S. Y. B. Com which create Because without a good heart you are nothing.
the most pleasurable twang;
drumbeats,
which synchronize with the heartbeats;
vocals, Pinki Londhe
which complete S.Y.B.Sc.
the melodious harmony;
the touch of the highest note,
that whistles through the air,
echo in my head and,
touch my soul. The Student’s Prayer
You are like an acoustic cover Show me so that I can stand on your shoulders
of my favourite ninety’s song Reveal yourself so that I can be something different
Too mild. Don’t impose on me what you know
Too beautiful. I want to explore the unknown
It’s beautiful because it’s intangible, And be the source of my own discoveries
yet touches me, Let the known be my Liberation not my slavery
every minute.
every hour.
But sometimes,
it scares me,
because you’re too beautiful and simple,
and I don’t think I can go back
to the complexities
of the real world.
Pinky Chaudhary
S. Y. B. Com
Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce SYNERGY 16-17 | 45
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
A Mother's Love An Interview with God
I dreamt that I had an interview with God
From the moment a child is born, “So would you like to interview me?” God asked.
A mother's heart grows warm. “If you have the time,” I said.
God smiled,” My time is eternity.”
“Which question do you have in mind for me?” I asked,
A mother is blessed with a precious gift, “What surprises you must know about human beings?” God answered,
So treasured in her heart forever. “That they get bored with childhood.
That they rush to grow up and then long to be children again.
A mother's love is truly special, That they lose their health to make money
And then lose their money to resort their health.
Both unconditional and true. That by thinking anxiously about the future, they forget the present,
So they live neither in present nor future.
Ms. Jyoti M. Panigrahi That they live as if they will never die,
S. Y. B. Sc. Time may pass, children may grow, And die as though they had never lived.”
But a mother's heart will be engraved forever. God’s hand took mine and we were silent for a while.
And then I asked,” As a parent,
What are some of the life’s lessons you want your children to learn?”
God replied with a smile,
“To learn that it is not good to compare themselves with others.
To learn to love and let themselves be loved
To learn that a rich person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.
Oh! Maths To learn that it only takes a few seconds to open deep wounds of persons that of person we love,
Whereas, it takes long time to heal them.
Learn to forgive.
I asked Math ”Why are you so tough? To learn that there are people who love them dearly,
I am so rough. But they simply don’t know how to express their feelings.
You confuse me so much! To learn that two people can look at the same thing but see it differently.
I can’t get you as such, To learn that it is not enough to forgive others,
But to forgive themselves too”
I try to become hero “Thank you for your time,” I said humbly.
But my desire becomes zero” “Is there anything else you would like your children to know?”
God smiled and said…..
Mathematics replied, “Rest assured that I am always there for them….. always.”
“If you wish,
Do not compromise,
Cent percent is your goal,
Work hard with heart and soul.
Good practice is your timing Ms. Gayatri Keni
Will make your career shining!!!” S. Y. B. M. S.
Shraddha Naik
S. Y. B. M. S.
46 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
A Mother's Love An Interview with God
I dreamt that I had an interview with God
From the moment a child is born, “So would you like to interview me?” God asked.
A mother's heart grows warm. “If you have the time,” I said.
God smiled,” My time is eternity.”
“Which question do you have in mind for me?” I asked,
A mother is blessed with a precious gift, “What surprises you must know about human beings?” God answered,
So treasured in her heart forever. “That they get bored with childhood.
That they rush to grow up and then long to be children again.
A mother's love is truly special, That they lose their health to make money
And then lose their money to resort their health.
Both unconditional and true. That by thinking anxiously about the future, they forget the present,
So they live neither in present nor future.
Ms. Jyoti M. Panigrahi That they live as if they will never die,
S. Y. B. Sc. Time may pass, children may grow, And die as though they had never lived.”
But a mother's heart will be engraved forever. God’s hand took mine and we were silent for a while.
And then I asked,” As a parent,
What are some of the life’s lessons you want your children to learn?”
God replied with a smile,
“To learn that it is not good to compare themselves with others.
To learn to love and let themselves be loved
To learn that a rich person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.
Oh! Maths To learn that it only takes a few seconds to open deep wounds of persons that of person we love,
Whereas, it takes long time to heal them.
Learn to forgive.
I asked Math ”Why are you so tough? To learn that there are people who love them dearly,
I am so rough. But they simply don’t know how to express their feelings.
You confuse me so much! To learn that two people can look at the same thing but see it differently.
I can’t get you as such, To learn that it is not enough to forgive others,
But to forgive themselves too”
I try to become hero “Thank you for your time,” I said humbly.
But my desire becomes zero” “Is there anything else you would like your children to know?”
God smiled and said…..
Mathematics replied, “Rest assured that I am always there for them….. always.”
“If you wish,
Do not compromise,
Cent percent is your goal,
Work hard with heart and soul.
Good practice is your timing Ms. Gayatri Keni
Will make your career shining!!!” S. Y. B. M. S.
Shraddha Naik
S. Y. B. M. S.
46 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
Those were the Best Days of My Life The Phone
Gone are the days of my childhood I am the phone,
Where I enjoyed my life as much as I could; Which everyone does own........!
People loved me the way as they should I connect many friends,
As if I were those times of robin hood. Also I come in different trends......!
I be with my owner in their home,
School days were full of joy and fun, And follow them whenever they roam.....!
My friends chased me and I used to run, When there is a fall in my charge,
Wishing those days to come again in my life, They recharge me in-charge.......!
those were the best days of my life. Though there is a rise in my bill,
People who throw me away are nil.....!
Success, failure, joys and sorrows No one calls me boring,
Its the step for a better tomorrow, Because they always remember me as loving......!
Live your life as a best as you can,
Make a new record or repeat the history again.
College days are much of laughter and fun
Mixture of fights, quarrels,love and emotion,
Those days will never come back in life,
Those were the best days of my life.
Sunita Mouriya
Enjoy every moment in life happily F. Y. B. Sc.
Tackle the problem if any, immediately,
Its the formula to live life conveniently,
Today’s moment will become tomorrow’s memory. Life = Race
Missing all those memorable moments Life is a Race
I spend in my life You have to Chase
those include some special memories of my life, Many Face
Wishing those days to come again in my life, Every Phase of Life is not the Same
Those were the best days of my life. Before the game Begins
Tight your shoes Lace
Don’t look Left or Right
Just focus on Finishing Line
Competitors are More
But the winner is ONE who RUN Faster
The Thirst of winning is running in my Blood vessels
If you want to Compete
Nirma Prajapat You can Try but later don’t Cry
S. Y. B. Sc. That I didn’t warned You
Boy, This is Life’s Race
Everyone is your Enemy
Don’t think that its a Friendly Game
Kailash Parmar
S. Y. B. M. S.
48 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
Those were the Best Days of My Life The Phone
Gone are the days of my childhood I am the phone,
Where I enjoyed my life as much as I could; Which everyone does own........!
People loved me the way as they should I connect many friends,
As if I were those times of robin hood. Also I come in different trends......!
I be with my owner in their home,
School days were full of joy and fun, And follow them whenever they roam.....!
My friends chased me and I used to run, When there is a fall in my charge,
Wishing those days to come again in my life, They recharge me in-charge.......!
those were the best days of my life. Though there is a rise in my bill,
People who throw me away are nil.....!
Success, failure, joys and sorrows No one calls me boring,
Its the step for a better tomorrow, Because they always remember me as loving......!
Live your life as a best as you can,
Make a new record or repeat the history again.
College days are much of laughter and fun
Mixture of fights, quarrels,love and emotion,
Those days will never come back in life,
Those were the best days of my life.
Sunita Mouriya
Enjoy every moment in life happily F. Y. B. Sc.
Tackle the problem if any, immediately,
Its the formula to live life conveniently,
Today’s moment will become tomorrow’s memory. Life = Race
Missing all those memorable moments Life is a Race
I spend in my life You have to Chase
those include some special memories of my life, Many Face
Wishing those days to come again in my life, Every Phase of Life is not the Same
Those were the best days of my life. Before the game Begins
Tight your shoes Lace
Don’t look Left or Right
Just focus on Finishing Line
Competitors are More
But the winner is ONE who RUN Faster
The Thirst of winning is running in my Blood vessels
If you want to Compete
Nirma Prajapat You can Try but later don’t Cry
S. Y. B. Sc. That I didn’t warned You
Boy, This is Life’s Race
Everyone is your Enemy
Don’t think that its a Friendly Game
Kailash Parmar
S. Y. B. M. S.
48 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
MIND SPACE
WORD FACTORY
Life Don’t Give Up!
Believe in yourself, If you’ve tried and have not won,
Don’t be afraid, Never stop for crying;
Do the hard work, All that’s great and good is done
Don’t worry about the grade. Just by patient trying.
If you want to succeed,
Always move ahead, Though young birds, in flying, fall,
Never look behind, Still their wings grow stronger;
Or you’ll fail instead. And the next time they can keep
Have self confidence think positive, Up a little longer.
You’ll have to be taught if you want to live,
Don’t be scared of problem, Though the sturdy oak has known
Take life as a game. Many a blast that bowed her,
Nothing is impossible She has risen again, and grown
Just use your brain, Loftier and prouder .
Once it is on track,
It is as fast as a train. If by easy work you beat,
Who the more will prize you?
Roshani Gupta Gaining victory from defeat,
S. Y. B. Sc. Ms. Jyoti M. Panigrahi That’s the test that tries you.
S. Y. B. Sc
Life is Precious
The gracefulness
of a butterfly,
How gentle,
and fragile they seem.
There is no frigate like a book
Gently fluttering,
on a calm summers day, There is no frigate like a book
Floating like, To take us lands away,
a dream. Nor any courser like a page
Of prancing poetry,
But sadly, This traverse may the poorest take
there time is over, Without oppress of toll;
Hardly before How frugal is the chariot
it’s begun. That bears a human soul!
So enjoy
your special moments,
Like a butterfly, Ms. Jyoti M. Panigrahi
In the sun.
Nirma Prajapati S. Y. B. Sc
S. Y. B. Sc.
50 | SYNERGY 16-17 | Guru Nanak College of Arts, Science & Commerce
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