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      TALENT FEST 2026 : 

    A National Biggest Conntest for Young Stars to Shine



    TALENT FOUNDATION proudly announces TALENT FEST 2026, one of the biggest national-level competitions of the year, designed to celebrate creativity, confidence, and the limitless potential of young minds across India.

    With the vision of providing a powerful platform for children to express their talents, this grand event invites participants from all age groups to step forward, showcase their abilities, and gain national recognition.


    🌟 A Platform for Every Young Talent

    TALENT FEST 2026 is thoughtfully structured into five categories to ensure fair and exciting competition:

    • Category A: Nursery, LKG, UKG
    • Category B: Grades 1 – 3
    • Category C: Grades 4 – 6
    • Category D: Grades 7 – 10
    • Category E: Open to All (No Age Limit)

    From tiny tots to aspiring performers of all ages, everyone gets a chance to shine.


    🏆 Awards & Recognition

    Participants are not just competing—they are being celebrated.

    • Top 3 Winners in Each Category will receive:
      • Winner Trophy or Shield
      • Winner Medal
      • Merit Certificate
    • All Participants will be awarded an E-Certificate of Participation

    ✨ Special Honors

    • Best Performance Award (Shield)
      • Participate in 10 events OR win 6 events
    • Talent Icon Award (Trophy)
      • Participate in 13 events OR win 10+ events

    🎭 Wide Range of Competitions

    The fest offers an exciting variety of events to suit every interest:

    • Drawing / Colouring
    • Handwriting
    • Rhymes / Poem Recitation
    • Dance
    • Fancy Dress
    • Singing
    • Storytelling
    • Speech
    • Art & Craft
    • Sloka Recitation
    • Show and Tell
    • Poster / Greeting Card Making
    • Thumb Painting
    • Clay Modeling
    • Pot / Stone Painting
    • Music / Drums

    🌈 Special Talent Showcase

    Participants can also present unique skills such as:
    Yoga, Silambam, Karate, Acting, Instrumental Music, Classical Dance, and more.


    📅 Important Dates

    • Last Date for Registration: 15 April 2026
    • Last Date for Submission: 20 April 2026

    📝 Registration & Submission Details

    After registration, participants must submit their entries (Photo/Video/Artwork) via:

    📌 Include the following details with submission:
    Name, Class, Category, Event Name, Mobile Number


    📞 Contact for Queries

    For registration support and more information:
    WhatsApp / Phone: 98435 75557


    🎉 Final Note

    TALENT FEST 2026 is more than just a competition—it's a celebration of creativity, confidence, and courage. Whether it's a first performance or a polished talent, every participant gets a chance to learn, grow, and be recognized on a national stage.

    Let your talent speak. Step into the spotlight. Shine with TALENT FEST 2026! 🌟

    Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology



    Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology is a private university and is also known as SIST. It is a deemed-to-be university and was established in 1987. The university was formerly known as Sathyabama University and is one of the oldest STEM-intensive university in the country. SIST is recognised by the UGC and has been accredited by the NAAC with an A++ grade. It has also received ISO 9001:2008 certification and has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) as well.

    The university has ranked in the band of 1201-1400 by the QS World Rankings 2026 in the 'World University' category. In addition, it has also ranked 93 under the 'Overall' category by the NIRF 2025Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology courses are offered to students at the UG, PG, and PhD levels, mainly in streams like Engineering, Management, Humanities, Law, Science, etc. Some of the popular courses offered at the university are BTech, BSc, BCom, BBA, MBA, MTech, MSc, etc. These courses are AICTE-approved and are offered in full-time mode. These courses are catered by 15+ departments and is facilitated by expert faculty.

    SIST Chennai has signed various MoUs with national and international universities such as UNINT, NITTTR Chennai, University of Western Australia, and Taylor's University, among others. Sathyabama University admission is conducted on the basis of both merit and entrance-exam scores. Some of the popular entrance exams accepted by the university are JEE Mains, SAEEE, CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, etc. The university also has a dedicated placement cell that conducts different training and skill-development programmes for students. The highest and average package offered during Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology placements 2025 were INR 41.20 LPA and INR 5.57 LPA, respectively. The major highlights of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology Chennai are tabulated below:

    Particulars

    SIST Highlights 2026

    Establishment year

    1987

    Ownership type

    Private

    Location

    Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

    Campus size

    140 acres

    Top accreditations

    'A++' Grade by NAAC, NBA

    Recognised by

    UGC, MHRD, TNMC

    Approved by

    AICTE, BCI, DCI, Coucil of Architecture

    Rankings

    1201-1400 by QS World Rankings 2026 (World University)

    - 6 by Outlook 2025 (Deemed to be university)

    - 67 by NIRF 2025 (BTech)

    No. of schools

    13

    Flagship courses

    BTech, MBA

    Gender intake

    Co-Ed

    Types of scholarships offered

    Merit-Based, Need-Based

    INTERO FEST 2K26 to Ignite Innovation at Sree Sakthi Engineering College

    Coimbatore, February 28, 2026: 

                Sree Sakthi Engineering College is all set to host INTERO FEST 2K26, a grand intercollegiate technical and cultural extravaganza that promises to bring together talent, innovation, and creativity from across the region.



    The fest will feature a dynamic lineup of technical, non-technical, and prime events designed to challenge and inspire students. Key highlights include a Hackathon, Ethical Hacking competition, CAD Contest, Paper Presentation, and E-Sports tournaments, along with several other engaging activities.

    Participants will have the opportunity to compete for exciting prizes while gaining valuable exposure on a national platform. All registered participants will receive participation certificates. Refreshments and lunch will be provided for attendees.

    The registration fee is ₹200, with an additional ₹100 applicable for Prime Events.

    Students eager to showcase their skills and innovation are encouraged to register at:
    https://forms.gle/82p7MPPJDnVHFG3q8

    INTERO FEST 2K26 aims to foster technical excellence and collaborative learning, making it a must-attend event for aspiring engineers and innovators.

    Nandha College of Technology Organizes Six-Day FDP on Effective Methods and Ethical AI for Research Publication

    The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Nandha College of Technology successfully organized a Six-Day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “Effective Methods and Ethical AI for Research Publication in High Impact Journals” from 09 March 2026 to 14 March 2026 in hybrid mode. The programme was conducted in association with the institution’s Research and Development Cell.

    The FDP was designed to empower faculty members, researchers, and doctoral scholars with systematic research methodologies, responsible AI practices, and publication strategies aimed at enhancing the quality and impact of scholarly output. The initiative reflects the institution’s continued commitment to academic excellence and ethical research practices.

    The programme commenced with an insightful session by Dr. P. Kalyanasundaram, who guided participants on Research Problem Identification and Title Framing, emphasizing clarity, originality, and research relevance. This was followed by a session from Dr. M. Prakash on Systematic Literature Review and Research Gap Analysis, where participants gained hands-on exposure to structured review techniques and gap identification strategies.

    Addressing emerging trends in ethical research practices, Dr. G. Saravanan delivered a thought-provoking lecture on Responsible AI-Based Research Gap Analysis, highlighting the balanced and ethical integration of AI tools in academic investigations.

    On the third and fourth days, Dr. G. Padmapriya elaborated on Preparing Abstract and Introduction with Research Contributions, while Dr. M. N. Kavitha provided detailed insights into Structuring Methodology, Results, and Future Work to ensure clarity and coherence in research manuscripts. Dr. N. Vasuki further emphasized Responsible AI in Methodology and Results Writing, underlining transparency, accountability, and ethical compliance.

    The fifth day featured Dr. Manivel Kandasamy, who addressed Publication Ethics and Responsible Use of AI in Research Writing, sensitizing participants to plagiarism policies, authorship ethics, and AI governance standards. The FDP concluded with an engaging session by Dr. N. Krishnaraj on Journal Selection, Paper Review, and Submission Process, offering practical strategies for publishing in high-impact journals.

    The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members across various institutions, fostering meaningful discussions and collaborative learning. Interactive sessions, expert guidance, and practical insights significantly enhanced participants’ understanding of high-quality research publication practices.

    Through this FDP, Nandha College of Technology once again reaffirmed its dedication to nurturing a strong research culture, promoting ethical AI integration, and strengthening scholarly contributions to the global academic community.



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    கோவையில் - இலவச கண் பரிசோதனை முகாம்  

    சிகரம் பவுண்டேசன், குளோபல் குரூப் மற்றும் சங்கரா கண் மருத்துவமனை ஆகியவை இணைந்து, வரும் 21.12.2025 (ஞாயிற்றுக்கிழமை) காலை 9 மணி முதல் மதியம் 1 மணி வரை, கோவை – பாப்பம்பட்டி ஊராட்சி மன்ற வளாகத்தில் மாபெரும் இலவச கண் பரிசோதனை முகாமை நடத்துகின்றன.


    இந்த முகாமில் கண்புரை பாதிப்பு உள்ள நோயாளிகள், முகாம் நடைபெறும் அதே நாளில் கோவை சங்கரா கண் மருத்துவமனைக்கு அழைத்துச் செல்லப்படுவர். அவர்களுக்கு உள் விழி லென்ஸ் அறுவை சிகிச்சை, மருந்துகள், தங்கும் வசதி, உணவு மற்றும் போக்குவரத்து உள்ளிட்ட அனைத்து சேவைகளும் முழுமையாக இலவசமாக வழங்கப்படும். மேலும், அறுவை சிகிச்சை செய்தவர்களுக்கு ஒரு மாதம் கழித்து மறு பரிசோதனை இலவசமாக மேற்கொள்ளப்படும்.

    சர்க்கரை நோய் உள்ளவர்களுக்கு கண் விழித்திரையில் முன் அறிகுறிகள் இல்லாமலேயே பார்வை இழப்பு ஏற்பட வாய்ப்புள்ளதாக மருத்துவர்கள் எச்சரிக்கின்றனர். அதேபோல், 40 வயதுக்கு மேற்பட்டவர்களுக்கு எந்தவித அறிகுறியும் இன்றி பார்வையை பாதிக்கும் கண் நீர் அழுத்த நோய் (Glaucoma) குறித்தும் பரிசோதனை செய்யப்படும். மேலும், மாறுகண், பிறவி கண் நீர் அழுத்த நோய், மாலைக்கண் நோய் போன்ற பிரச்சினைகள் உள்ள குழந்தைகளையும் முகாமிற்கு அழைத்து வந்து பரிசோதனை செய்து கொள்ளலாம்.

    கிட்டப்பார்வை, தூரப்பார்வை மற்றும் வெள்ளெழுத்து உள்ளவர்களுக்கு தேவையான கண் கண்ணாடிகள் முகாம் நடைபெறும் இடத்திலேயே வழங்கப்படும்.

    உயர் ரத்த அழுத்தம், சர்க்கரை நோய், ஆஸ்துமா, இதய நோய் அல்லது பிற உடல் நலக் குறைபாடுகள் உள்ளவர்கள், அருகிலுள்ள பொது மருத்துவரிடம் பரிசோதனை செய்து, கண்புரை அறுவை சிகிச்சைக்கு தகுதி சான்றிதழ் மற்றும் மருந்து மாத்திரைகளுடன் முகாமிற்கு வர வேண்டும் என அறிவுறுத்தப்பட்டுள்ளது.

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    📞 98945 44778, 90035 95595

    இந்த முகாமிற்கு பொதுமக்கள் அனைவரும் கலந்து கொண்டு பயன்பெறுமாறு சிகரம் பவுண்டேசன், பாப்பம்பட்டி, கோவை சார்பில் அழைப்பு விடுக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது.

    SRMIST Signs MoU with Amrita School of Ayurveda to Strengthen Research in Indian Systems of Medicine 

    Chennai, December 16, 2025:

    SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Amrita School of Ayurveda, marking a significant step toward advancing academic and research collaboration in the Indian Systems of Medicine (ISM).

    The MoU aims to foster interdisciplinary cooperation between modern science and traditional medical knowledge systems, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based research, innovation, and societal impact. Through this partnership, both institutions seek to jointly explore areas of mutual interest in Ayurveda and allied disciplines, integrating scientific validation with classical wisdom.

    Under the agreement, SRMIST and the Amrita School of Ayurveda will collaborate on joint research projects, academic exchanges, faculty and student interactions, workshops, seminars, and collaborative publications. The partnership is also expected to promote the development of integrative healthcare approaches that address contemporary health challenges while preserving the authenticity of traditional practices.

    Speaking on the occasion, representatives from both institutions highlighted that the collaboration reflects a shared vision of strengthening research capacity, enhancing academic excellence, and contributing to the national and global recognition of Indian Systems of Medicine. The MoU aligns with broader efforts to encourage interdisciplinary research, innovation, and knowledge translation for public benefit.

    This collaboration is expected to create new opportunities for students, researchers, and faculty, while contributing meaningfully to healthcare research and sustainable wellness solutions for society at large.

    The MoU signing ceremony was held in the presence of senior academic and administrative officials from both institutions, underscoring the importance of institutional partnerships in advancing education and research in India.

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