JAIN (Deemed-to-be) University organised a Forgiveness Day programme on 21st September to increase awareness of and participation in the act of forgiving others.

The event started with a prayer by students of Jainology and Comparative Religion and Philosophy, followed by a warm address by the Head of Department of the Center for Jain Studies, Dr. Trapti Jain. She discussed the significance of forgiveness and its applicability in contemporary society.

Next, a group of students performed a play that showcased real-life scenarios in which forgiving one's wrongdoings was essential to bringing about the resolution of conflicts and the promotion of harmony. Two recorded clips of renowned Jain scholars, Dr. Pratap Sancheti, Neurologist in Jodhpur and Dr. Bipin Doshi, General Physician in Mumbai, were also played.

Dr. Chenraj Roychand, the honourable Chancellor of JAIN (Deemed-to-be) University delivered a speech and brought attention to the fact that the concept of forgiving others is shared by all world religions. He proposed that the students participate in activities that are connected to forgiveness in order to increase their ability to exercise this virtue.

Sadhika Pragbha Virat gave a talk about the meaning of forgiveness and underlined the benefits of practicing forgiveness to both one's spiritual life and one's psychological well-being. In her speech, Dr. Trapti gave actionable ideas and methods that can be used to cultivate a spirit of forgiveness in our day-to-day lives. The event came to an end with Dr. Preeti Shah’s address where she extended her appreciation to everyone who had contributed to the success of the Forgiveness Day programme.

The Student Council of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Smashti, organised the final day of Anveshana- The Freshers’ Fest 2023 on the 4th of September at Prestige Srihari Khoday Centre of Performing Arts. The event was a showdown of a plethora of talents and mesmerising performances.

The day commenced with the Inaugural ceremony as team 'Raagbandits' channelled divinity with a prayer. Dr Dinesh Nilkant, Pro-Vice Chancellor JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), along with the Organising Secretaries of Samashti - The Student Council lit the lamp and Dr Dinesh Nilkant further proceeded to address the gathering. The gracious dance by team Varnaa completed the inauguration and the events began.

A Classical dance performance kick-started the fun by portraying a story of passion, tradition, and sheer dedication through rhythmic swaying on the songs. This was followed by the power-packed performances of “Indian solo dance”. The “Western solo dance” performance was next and the participants set the stage ablaze with their electrifying performances. Their unmatchable energy and intoxicating music got the crowd grooving in no time.

Next, a series of competitions were organised for the students to put their skills to test. Firstly, students came in to participate in the “Best Manager” and showcased their exceptional leadership and organisational skills. A "Business Quiz" was also conducted that offered a stimulating test of business acumen as the participants engaged in spirited competition demonstrating their expertise in various facets of the business world.

Students participated in the “Best Actor” contest and captivated the audience with their talent and ability to embody diverse characters. The audience also enjoyed the “Indian Solo Singing”, a celebration of talent and culture that provided a platform for the most melodious voices. "Western solo singing" came up next and showed that there is no language barrier to music as different emotions were conveyed through vocals and instruments. Next, “Solo Instrumentals” featured a diverse range of enthusiastic performers with different instruments, each delivering captivating performances.

"Fashion Fiesta" took the stage next with a meticulous synchronized choreography and dazzling attires calling for everyone's attention. The Valedictory ceremony of Anveshana 2023 marked the conclusion of a month-long festivities. After the prize distribution, the evening came alive with a crescendo of melodies as the pro musicians from our home team- Raagbandits casted a spell of enchantment. The vibrant Fresher's Fest was concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by the Organising Secretaries of Samashti who acknowledged the collective effort that made the fest a resounding success.

JAIN (Deemed-to-be) University, School of Science organised an industrial visit to Shriram Institute for Industrial Research on 9th August for the students of BCGBT semester V. The present final year BCGBT students study Tools and Techniques (TTB) and Protein Purification Methods (PPM) as skill enhancement courses, and this field visit was planned as a part of curricular activities for them. The aim of the trip was to provide the students an opportunity to experience practically through interaction, working methods and employment of various tools and techniques used in separation and purification of different biomolecules and other chemical compounds.

Shriram Institute for industrial Research is an independent, multi-disciplinary research institute, primarily focused on industrial research and development. It is part of the Shriram Group, a conglomerate with diverse business interests located in Delhi, Gurugram and Bangalore. It is known for its contributions to various industries such as chemicals, agribusiness, pharma and consumer goods. The institute took the BCGBT students on a tour of the instrumentation lab, food analysis lab, drug and pharma lab, environmental lab and calibration lab as a part of the visit.

The Instrumentation lab interaction helped students to learn about the instrumentation and working principles of equipment like atomic absorption spectroscopy, FTIR, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, polarimeter, ion-exchange chromatography and ICP-MS. The Environmental lab provided insights into instruments that help to assess factors like temperature, humidity, and exposure to simulate real-world conditions. The Drug and Pharma lab introduced the students to pharmaceutical tablets/capsules’ disintegration and dissolution related apparatus and working mode. Through the Calibration lab visit, students understood about the importance of calibration of instruments which include the parameters, electrical, temperature, pressure, and other types of measurements.

The industrial visit was a huge success since it helped students in bridging the gap between theoretical and practical learning. The detailed explanation and answers to the queries by the professionals and research fellows helped the students in achieving deep knowledge. The students were excited about the knowledge they gained through this visit and are looking forward to more such tours.