Campus Varta

20/09/2025

Unlike other countries in the world, language in India is not merely a medium of communication; rather, we view every language as sacred, symbolizing the Goddess of Speech. In India, language is a means of connecting the hearts and minds of fellow citizens living in different states. Language is not a means of division, and Indian history bears no mention of linguistic conflict or disagreement until the arrival of the British. Before the arrival of the British, various provinces in India shared state boundaries, but no king raised any linguistic differences. The arrival of the British brought English to the country, and it gradually established its dominance, damaging Indian languages, a problem still evident today. Linguistic conflicts emerged in India after the British colonial era, and even today, some instances of linguistic conflict between provinces are still prevalent, which should not be the case, as language is a means of unification, not division. The above statement was made by Padmashree Shri Chamu Krishna Shastri, Chairman of the Indian Languages ​​Committee, Ministry of Education, Government of India, during a special lecture held at the Central University of South Bihar (CUSB). In his lecture, Shri Shastri briefly recounted the journey of Indian languages ​​from ancient times to the present day, highlighting their various linguistic dimensions and their importance. He stated that the country's goal is a "Developed India by 2047," which will be achieved through the use of the official language, Hindi, along with 22 other languages. Addressing the students present in the auditorium specifically, he said that their role is crucial in achieving the goal of a "Developed India," and therefore, they should use Indian languages ​​instead of English for their studies, innovation, skill development, etc. Shri Shastri also presented several examples of the use of Hindi and other Indian languages ​​in the corporate world. He stated that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has special provisions for the use and promotion of Indian languages, and that our goal is that by 2035, the country will be free from the British colonial education system established

20/09/2025

Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya hosted the fifth edition of its annual management conclave, Gyanodaya 5.0, on September 20, 2025. This year's conclave was centred on the theme "Leading Transformation: People, Performance, and Technology in the New Era of Management".
The event featured four engaging panel discussions that delved into emerging trends and strategies in people management, sustainable business practices, digital transformation, and inclusive leadership. It provided a platform for industry leaders, HR professionals, and academia to deliberate on the changing contours of people management, digital disruption, and leadership in an increasingly uncertain business environment.
Kicking off the deliberations, Dr. Vinita S. Sahay, Director, IIM Bodh Gaya noted that through training over 6,800 micro-entrepreneurs last year, the Institute continues to serve this land, not by waiting for industries to arrive, but by slowly transforming the landscape. Reflecting on India’s global role in the context of the conclave’s themes, she remarked, “The world does not look to India for technology alone, it comes to us for knowledge. Our true soft power lies in the wisdom we have nurtured for centuries.” Earlier, Prof. Ashish Sharma, Chairperson (MBA) welcomed the participants and introduced the key themes of the conclave.
The opening panel brought together Mr Sudhir Sharma, Head – Talent Acquisition, Adani Group, Mr Priya Ranjan Kumar, Vice President & Head – HR, JSW Steel, and Ms Shweta Jain, Director – Human Resources, ICF, with Prof. Vittal Rangan S, IIM Bodh Gaya, as the moderator. The discussion explored what today’s managers need to succeed, highlighting how academic–industry collaboration can shape the next generation of leaders. Panellists emphasised modern HR skills and sustainable business practices as essential for keeping organisations resilient, innovative, and people-centric in a rapidly changing business world.
The second session focused on learning as a strategic driver for sustainable business. It featured Mr Navin Patel, Director – Global TA Shared Services, AtkinsRéalis, Mr Naveen Alex, Head – Organisational Effectiveness, Tredence Inc., Mr

18/09/2025

“India stands at a critical juncture in its mineral resource utilization. Rising demand for metals is inevitable, but it is equally important to rethink the environmental implications of extraction,” said Prof. B.K. Mishra, Distinguished Visiting Professor, IIT Bhubaneswar and Former Director, IIT Goa. The talk was organized by the Institute as part of the National Engineers’ Day celebrations. The event commemorated the contributions of engineers and provided a platform to deliberate on sustainable pathways for the future.

Delivering a lecture on “Toward Green and Sustainable Pathways for Resource Utilization” at IIT Bhubaneswar, Prof. Mishra raised pertinent questions on the future of India’s resource strategy—whether steel can be produced without coal, how the growing demand for non-ferrous metals and rare earths can be met, and what measures are needed to build a resilient base of critical minerals.

He further emphasized the need to rethink resource paradigms and called for shifting from linear to circular models by recycling and valorizing industrial by-products such as anode slime, phosphogypsum, fly ash, and mine tailings. He also urged green innovations, exploration of secondary sources, and practices that secure resources with minimal ecological debt.

He stressed that while immediate answers may be elusive, asking the right questions and exploring innovative & sustainable practices will help strike a balance between industrial growth and environmental responsibility.

Speaking on this occasion, Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director of the Institute urged the students to understand the value of ‘multidisciplinary’ approach. He said: “Real world problems are multidisciplinary in nature. So, students should think out of the box.” He also asked the students to develop interest in entrepreneurship, so that they would contribute for the betterment of society.

At the outset, Prof. Dinakar Pasla, Dean (Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy) delivered the welcome address and introduced the chief guest. The event was witnessed by the Deans, Registrar, senior faculty members, staff and an overwhelming student

18/09/2025

Dr. Rachana Vishwakarma, Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce and Business Studies at the Central University of South Bihar (CUSB), has been awarded a prestigious grant of ₹1.20 crore by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi. The four-year project will focus on “The Cultural History of Indian Labor Migration during British Colonial Rule.”

The six-member project team, led by Dr. Rachana Vishwakarma, will study the global phenomenon of indentured labor migration, particularly from Bihar, during the colonial period. Her research will emphasize the commercial and economic dimensions of the migration process. The project also involves collaboration with four eminent faculty members from Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Banaras Hindu University, and the University of Hyderabad, along with two international researchers from London, bringing together expertise in history, language, education, and commerce.

Sharing details about the project, Dr. Rachana Vishwakarma said that the proposal was inspired by the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s 2024–25 visits to Mauritius, Fiji, and Caribbean nations—regions where large communities of Indian indentured laborers had once migrated under British rule. During those visits, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of global-level research to preserve the heritage of the Girmitiya community.

She emphasized that a substantial number of indentured workers had migrated from Bihar, making the study particularly significant for the state. The research will draw on archival material from Fiji, Mauritius, South Africa, Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, as well as repositories in Britain, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Australia.

According to Dr. Rachana Vishwakarma, the migration of Indian laborers during the colonial era was not a natural demographic shift but a carefully designed economic policy by the British to serve their commercial interests through cheap labor supply. This project aims to critically examine those policies and their long-term impacts.

09/09/2025

Indian Institute of Management Jammu, the Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) and the Directorates of Industries and Commerce, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir signed a landmark Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today, 08th Sept 2025, at the Board Room, Jagti Campus, to establish the Jammu & Kashmir MSME Health Clinic (JKMHC) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) program. The formal signing ceremony included detailed presentations on the scope, funding structure, and implementation roadmap of the initiative.

The MoU signing ceremony was graced by Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu; Shri Sudershan Kumar, JKAS, Managing Director, JKTPO; Mr. Arun Kumar Manhas, JKAS, Director, Industries & Commerce, Jammu, Government of J&K and Mr. Khalid Majeed, JKAS, Director, Industries and Commerce, Kashmir, Government of J&K

09/09/2025

CUSB Research Scholar Shristi Singh bags Best Paper Presentation Award at Indo-Bhutan Social Science Conference 2025

Shristi Singh, a scholar doing research under the guidance of Prof. Ravi Kant from the Department of Teacher Education of Central University of South Bihar (CUSB), has been awarded the Best Paper Presentation Award at the prestigious Indo- Bhutan Social Science Conference (IBSSC 2025) this past week. The award-winning paper, titled “Ctrl + Alt + Mind = Reprogramming Students’ Psychological Well-Being through Computational Thinking and Mindfulness,” was co-authored by Anuradha Jamwal and Rinku Nath. The study offers an innovative interdisciplinary perspective, combining computational thinking and mindfulness practices to enhance students’ psychological well-being. CUSB Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kameshwar Nath Singh, congratulated Shristi and the co-authors for their outstanding achievement, appreciating their contribution to advancing interdisciplinary research and bringing laurels to the university. This recognition highlights the growing importance of interdisciplinary research in shaping educational resilience and student well-being in the 21st century, mentioned the Vice-Chancellor

CUSB Public Relation Officer (PRO) Mohammad Mudassir Alam said that the conference, themed “Envisioning the Future: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Resilience, Inclusion, Sustainability, Social Transformation, and Saving the Planet,” was organized by the Department of Business Administration, Assam University, Silchar, in academic partnership with Paro College of Education, Bhutan, and in association with the Silchar Management Association, Assam.

Prof. Ravi Kant, research supervisor of Shristi said that Prof. G P Prasain (Former VC, Tripura University), Prof. H. Ramnanda Singh (Dean, J.N. School of Management, Assam University), Dr. Dorji Thinley (President, Paro College of Education, Bhutan), Dr. Mario Curatolo (CEO, MBC Consultants, Switzerland), and other distinguished convenors and organizers presented the award, commending the team’s innovative approach and scholarly excellence.

05/09/2025

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya has achieved a notable milestone by leaping two positions to secure the 31st rank in the Management category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025. This advancement marks a substantial rise from its 53rd position in 2023, reinforcing the institute’s steadily upward trajectory and its distinction as the only management institute from Bihar to be featured among the nation’s top 50 business schools.

08/08/2025

26/07/2025

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya kicked off the building of its Satellite Executive Education Campus at Bihta, Patna, laying the foundation stone in July 2025.

24/07/2025

The second cohort of the Executive Program in Business Management at the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam recently concluded its twelve-month academic journey with a vibrant three-day campus immersion and valedictory session. The event brought together working professionals from diverse industries, marking a memorable conclusion filled with learning, reflection, and meaningful connections.

Throughout the program, participants engaged with a broad range of strategic management topics, including competitive strategy, global business dynamics, design thinking, and leadership frameworks.

In his address, Prof. Sushil Kumar, Program Co-director, encouraged participants to apply the concepts they had learned with strategic clarity and contextual relevance. He inspired the cohort to set new benchmarks in their respective fields through continuous learning and impactful application.

Prof. Amit Shankar, Program Director, in his vote of thanks, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders and acknowledged the academic commitment and professional dedication demonstrated by the participants throughout the program.

Reflecting on the experience, a participant shared that while knowledge was certainly imparted, it was the vision developed throughout the program that would guide their growth and decision-making in the future. A major highlight of the ceremony was the acknowledgment of the top three Capstone Project presentations.

We congratulate all graduating participants and wish them continued success as they transform insights into action and contribute meaningfully to their organizations and industries.

10/07/2025

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu concluded its three-day Staff Training Programme, Align and Aspire, with a grand valedictory ceremony held on 9th July 2025. The programme, conducted from 7th to 9th July 2025, aimed to build institutional capacity by aligning the staff with the Institute’s core values, enhancing their professional competencies, and fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence. The valedictory ceremony of the training programme took place on 9th July 2025 at the Vivekananda Classroom and was graced by Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu.

10/07/2025

has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with .healthcare  to advance healthcare management education. Under this partnership, Fortis Healthcare will help strengthen the courses related to managing hospital business as part of the MBA (HHM) programme at IIM Bodh Gaya. Fortis Healthcare will also offer summer internships and placements to students of IIM Bodh Gaya enrolled in the MBA (HHM) programme at its hospital and healthcare facilities in India and abroad. We kindly request your esteemed platform to cover this significant initiative in your publication.