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भारत की एकता, अखंडता एवं राष्ट्रीय एकात्मता के अप्रतिम प्रतीक, आधुनिक भारत के शिल्पकार, महान स्वतंत्रता सेनानी एवं भारत रत्न, लौह पुरुष सरदार वल्लभभाई पटेल जी की जयंती पर उन्हें कोटि-कोटि नमन एवं भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजलि। राष्ट्र की एकता, अखंडता और संप्रभुता के प्रति उनका अद्वितीय समर्पण सदैव हम सभी को प्रेरित करता रहेगा। प्रो. अतनु भट्टाचार्य कुलपति गुजरात केंद्रीय विश्वविद्यालय

Valedictory Ceremony Marks the Successful Conclusion of Faculty Development Programme at the University of Ladakh The valedictory ceremony of the Short-Term Programme / Faculty Development Programme on “Transforming Education through IKS, AI, Cybersecurity and Sustainability: NEP 2020 Vision” was held at the University of Ladakh, Leh. The programme was organized by the UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (UGC-MMTTC), Central University of Gujarat, in academic collaboration with the University of Ladakh. The programme brought together faculty members and academic professionals for insightful deliberations on the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and Sustainability into higher education, in alignment with the vision of NEP 2020. The concluding session reflected on the key learnings, academic discussions and knowledge-sharing experiences gained during the programme. It also reaffirmed the importance of institutional collaboration, innovative pedagogical practices and capacity building in transforming India's higher education landscape. The successful completion of the programme marks another significant step towards strengthening academic partnerships and promoting a future-oriented, inclusive and multidisciplinary education system. #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #CUG #UGCMMTTC #UniversityOfLadakh #FacultyDevelopmentProgramme #NEP2020 #IndianKnowledgeSystems #ArtificialIntelligence #HigherEducation

DACE-CUG Students Shine in GPSC Examination 2026! The Central University of Gujarat congratulates its four talented students from the Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence (DACE-CUG) for successfully qualifying for the interview stage of the GPSC Electrical Assistant Engineer (Road & Building), Class II Examination 2026. Heartiest Congratulations to Our Achievers: 1. Ajaykumar Arvindbhai Chauhan 2. Kunvarsinh Navalsinh Baria 3. Baraiya Pankajbhai Tejabhai 4. Akshaykumar Mahendrakumar Modi This achievement reflects their dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence. The University wishes all four candidates great success in their upcoming interviews and the very best for their future endeavours. #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #CUG #DACE #GPSC2026 #StudentAchievement #AcademicExcellence #SuccessStory

Expert Talk on “Probiotics – A Potential Treatment for Metabolic Health” The School of Life Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, is organizing an Expert Talk on the theme “Probiotics – A Potential Treatment for Metabolic Health”, focusing on the role of beneficial microbes in promoting metabolic health and overall well-being. The session will feature Prof. Vasu Thakkar, Department of Biosciences, S.P. University, Anand, as the Speaker, and Prof. Seema Rawat, Dean, School of Life Sciences, CUG, as the Chair. Date: November 3, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Venue:Room No. 245, Tribhuvandas Gajjar Bhavan, Central University of Gujarat, Kundhela, Vadodara. Faculty members, research scholars and students are cordially invited to attend the session and benefit from the expert's insights. #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #CUG #ExpertTalk #Probiotics #MetabolicHealth #SchoolOfLifeSciences

POETIKA 2026 Today on 30th October 2026, the Department of German Studies concluded their first literature fest POETIKA 2026. The Fest lasted 5 days, where in the first three days, the department screened three movies, ‘Modern Times’, ‘The Great Dictator’ and ‘Der Ganz Große Traum’. On the 4th day of Poetika, the university students participated in various activities such as, poetry recitation competition, german trivia, painting competition, and paper cutting craft. On the last day of the Fest, the students of the Department of German Studies presented various performances related to Germany in the Multipurpose hall. The program began with the Head of Department addressing the audience, welcoming them to POETIKA. The students represented German literature and culture through music, dance, and drama. The faculty members from the department of German Studies shared beautiful poetries and music with the audience. The program ended with prize distribution to the competition winners.

DACE के विद्यार्थियों की शानदार सफलता, CUG के लिए गौरव का क्षण! सेंट्रल यूनिवर्सिटी ऑफ गुजरात (CUG) के अंतर्गत संचालित डॉ. आंबेडकर सेंटर ऑफ एक्सीलेंस (DACE) के विद्यार्थियों ने अपनी मेहनत, लगन और उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन से एक बार फिर विश्वविद्यालय का नाम रोशन किया है। DACE के विद्यार्थियों ने गुजरात सरकार के विभिन्न प्रतिष्ठित पदों पर नियुक्ति प्राप्त कर संस्थान की उपलब्धियों में एक और स्वर्णिम अध्याय जोड़ा है। हमारे सफल विद्यार्थियों की उपलब्धियाँ: जय चौहान – सहायक जिला रजिस्ट्रार (सहकारी समितियाँ) आकाश राठौड़ – सहायक जिला रजिस्ट्रार (सहकारी समितियाँ) शिवम गढ़वी – सहायक जिला रजिस्ट्रार (सहकारी समितियाँ) अंजली गंगाजलिया – गुजरात श्रम अधिकारी (लेबर ऑफिसर) रितु राठोड़ – सहायक पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष (असिस्टेंट लाइब्रेरियन) इसके अतिरिक्त, DACE के दो अन्य विद्यार्थियों ने GPSC वर्ग-2 की परीक्षा में सफलता हासिल कर गुजरात सरकार के अंतर्गत सहायक जिला रजिस्ट्रार के पद पर नियुक्ति प्राप्त की है। विद्यार्थियों की यह निरंतर सफलता इस बात का प्रमाण है कि DACE युवाओं को प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं में सफलता दिलाने और उनके उज्ज्वल भविष्य के निर्माण में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभा रहा है। इस गौरवपूर्ण उपलब्धि पर माननीय कुलपति महोदय एवं DACE के नोडल ऑफिसर ने सभी सफल विद्यार्थियों को हार्दिक बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएँ प्रेषित की हैं। DACE के विद्यार्थियों का उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन पूरे देश में CUG की प्रतिष्ठा और गौरव को निरंतर बढ़ा रहा है। सभी सफल विद्यार्थियों को हार्दिक बधाई एवं उज्ज्वल भविष्य के लिए अनंत शुभकामनाएँ! DACE – सफलता, समर्पण और सशक्तिकरण की नई पहचान! #DACE #CUG #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #GPSC #StudentAchievement #SuccessStory #JobPlacement #ProudMoment #GujaratGovernment

The CUG Drama Club, under the aegis of the Dean of Students’ Welfare (DSW), Central University of Gujarat, successfully organised a Theatre Workshop, providing students with an engaging platform to explore the art of theatre, creativity, and artistic expression. The workshop encouraged students to enhance their confidence, communication, and performance skills while experiencing the vibrant world of performing arts. The event reflected the University's commitment to promoting creativity, cultural engagement, and the holistic development of students. #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #CUG #DSW #CUGDramaClub #TheatreWorkshop #PerformingArts #StudentEngagement #CulturalActivities

Glimpses of Day 2: Participants Share Their Experiences Hear from the participants as they share their experiences, insights, and reflections from Day 2 of the Short-Term Programme / Faculty Development Programme on “Transforming Education through IKS, AI, Cybersecurity and Sustainability: NEP 2020 Vision”, held at the University of Ladakh, Leh. #UGCMMTTC #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #UniversityOfLadakh #NEP2020 #FacultyDevelopmentProgramme #HigherEducation

Glimpses of Day 1: Participants Share Their Experiences Hear from the participants as they share their experiences, insights, and reflections from Day 1 of the Short-Term Programme / Faculty Development Programme on “Transforming Education through IKS, AI, Cybersecurity and Sustainability: NEP 2020 Vision”, held at the University of Ladakh, Leh. #UGCMMTTC #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #UniversityOfLadakh #NEP2020 #FacultyDevelopmentProgramme #HigherEducation

Prof. Janak Singh Meena addressed the gathering in the inaugural function of International Conference on Emerging Trends in Governance of Business, Economics & Technology @ Viksit Bharat Mission 2047 on 27 October 2026 at Maharshi Arvind Institute of Science and Management.

Glimpses of the Inaugural Ceremony The inaugural ceremony of the Short-Term Programme / Faculty Development Programme on “Transforming Education through IKS, AI, Cybersecurity and Sustainability: NEP 2020 Vision” was held at the University of Ladakh, Leh, organized by the UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (UGC-MMTTC), Central University of Gujarat, in academic collaboration with the University of Ladakh. The occasion was graced by Prof. Saket Kushwaha, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, University of Ladakh, along with Prof. Atanu Bhattacharya, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor (I/c), Central University of Gujarat; Prof. H. B. Patel, Registrar (Offg.) and Director, UGC-MMTTC; Prof. Sanjay Jha, Finance Officer (Offg.); Prof. Bhawana Pathak, Course Coordinator; and Ms. Isha Panchal, Project Assistant, UGC-MMTTC. Faculty members of the University of Ladakh were also present on the occasion, adding to the academic spirit and collaborative significance of the event. The inaugural session marked the commencement of an enriching academic journey dedicated to exploring the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Sustainability into higher education, in alignment with the transformative vision of NEP 2020. The programme seeks to promote academic collaboration, innovative pedagogical practices, and meaningful discussions on emerging trends and challenges in higher education.

International Open Access Week 2026 | Theme: The Cost of Knowledge On the occasion of International Open Access Week, a global initiative promoting free, equitable, and unrestricted access to scholarly knowledge and research for everyone, the School of Library and Information Science organized an online webinar on “The Cost of Knowledge” on 23 October 2026, from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Dr. Amit Kumar, Dean and HoD, SLIS, inaugurated the programme and warmly welcomed the distinguished resource persons and participants. The programme was organized by all faculty members, including Dr. Bhakti Gala, Dr. Minaxi Parmar, and Dr. Ashwani Kumar, who provided support and coordination as members of the organizing committee. A total of 524 national and international participants registered for and actively participated in the webinar. The webinar featured renowned speakers, including Dr. B. K. Singh, Librarian, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj; Dr. S. K. Pandey, Librarian, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi; Dr. B. K. Mishra, Librarian, DDU Gorakhpur University; Dr. P. K. Singh, Librarian and HoD, Central University of South Bihar, Gaya; Dr. Lalitha Poluru, Librarian, National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad; Prof. Bhaskar Mukherjee, Department of Library and Information Science, Banaras Hindu University; and Prof. Shilpi Verma, Dean, SIST, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow. The speakers discussed knowledge equity, paywalls, financial, legal and technical barriers to Open Access, scholarly publishing models, the history of the Open Access movement, article processing charges (APCs), and rising subscription costs. Assistant Professor Dr. Avinash Singh delivered the vote of thanks, while research scholars of the School of Library and Information Science moderated the programme. The webinar highlighted the importance of promoting equitable, affordable, and accessible scholarly communication.

बड़ौदा के साहित्यिक मंच ‘साहित्यसमीपे’ द्वारा आयोजित १८६वीं साहित्यिक गोष्ठी में गुजराती अध्ययन विभाग के प्राध्यापक डॉ. दीपक भा. भट्टने वर्ष २०२६ के साहित्य के नोबेल पुरस्कार से सम्मानित कनाडाई साहित्यकार ऐन कार्सन (Anne Carson)के सर्जन-विधा एवं साहित्यिक अवदान पर व्याख्यान प्रस्तुत किया। व्याख्यान में डॉ.दीपक भा भट्ट ने ऐन कार्सन की बहुआयामी सर्जनशीलता, शास्त्रीय यूनानी साहित्य के उनके गहन अध्ययन तथा कविता, निबंध, अनुवाद और आलोचना के क्षेत्र में किए गए अभिनव प्रयोगों का विवेचन किया।

🇮🇳 Yuva Sangam Phase VII | Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat A delegation of 41 students and 6 faculty members from Gujarat departed for the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali, under Yuva Sangam Phase VII, an initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme. Prof. H. B. Patel, Registrar (Offg.), Central University of Gujarat (CUG), flagged off the delegation and encouraged students to embrace this opportunity for cultural exchange and experiential learning. Prof. Atanu Mohapatra, Nodal Officer, Yuva Sangam Phase VII, also motivated the students to make the most of this enriching journey. The initiative aims to foster national integration and promote a deeper understanding of India’s rich cultural diversity, traditions, heritage, and developmental progress. One Nation, Diverse Cultures, Shared Aspirations! 🇮🇳 #YuvaSangam #YuvaSangamPhaseVII #EkBharatShreshthaBharat #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #CUG #MinistryOfEducation #IISERMohali #NationalIntegration #CulturalExchange #ExperientialLearning #Bharat @EBSB_Edumin @EBSB_YuvaSangam @EduMinOfIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @PMOIndia @rashtrapatibhvn

The Central University of Gujarat is delighted to share that Dr. Vinod Padil and Dr. Hitesh Kulhari have been featured in the World’s Top 2% Scientists – 2026 list, published in the Elsevier Data Repository based on Scopus data. The 2026 edition recognizes researchers for their citation impact through two measures: career-long impact up to the end of 2025 and single-year impact based on citations received during 2025. The selection is based on standardized citation indicators, including a composite score that accounts for co-authorship and author positions. Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Hitesh Kulhari and Dr. Vinod Padil on this remarkable achievement! May their dedication to research and academic excellence continue to inspire the university community. #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #WorldsTop2PercentScientists #Elsevier #Scopus #ResearchExcellence #AcademicExcellence #ProudMoment #ResearchAndInnovation

असत्य पर सत्य और अधर्म पर धर्म की विजय के महापर्व विजयादशमी की आप सभी को हार्दिक शुभकामनायें - प्रो. अतनु भट्टाचार्य माननीय कुलपति (प्रभारी ) गुजरात केन्द्रीय विश्वविद्यालय

Prof. H. B. Patel, Director, UGC-MMTTC CUG, along with the UGC-MMTTC team, paid a courtesy visit to KPGU, Vadodara. The visit provided an opportunity for interaction and the exchange of ideas, fostering academic engagement and institutional collaboration. #CUG #UGCMMTTC #KPGU

Yuva Sangam Phase – VII | Valedictory Ceremony The Central University of Gujarat successfully concluded Yuva Sangam Phase VII under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The valedictory ceremony was presided over by Prof. Atanu Bhattacharya, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor (In-Charge), Central University of Gujarat, and graced by Shri Himanjay Paliwal, Chairman, Gujarat State Sanskrit Board (Gujarat Rajya Sanskrit Board). Addressing the gathering, Prof. Atanu Mahapatra, Nodal Officer, Yuva Sangam Phase VII, described the initiative as a wonderful opportunity to foster cultural exchange, mutual understanding, and national integration. He expressed his sincere gratitude to the organising team, faculty members, and the visiting delegation for their active participation and contributions to the successful conduct of the programme. Yuva Sangam continues to strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat by connecting young people across regions and celebrating India’s unity in diversity. #YuvaSangam #YuvaSangamPhaseVII #EkBharatShreshthaBharat #CentralUniversityOfGujarat #MinistryOfEducation #GujaratSanskritBoard #CulturalExchange #NationalIntegration #UnityInDiversity