Project Model Exhibition at Kaveri College

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To inculcate research culture among students Kaveri Research and Innovation Centre organized Project Model Exhibition on 9^th January 2019. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr.

Ashok.Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College. Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice-Principal, Kaveri College, Dr. Jayashri Bangali, Head, KRIC and coordinator B.Sc, Staff members and Students were present on the occasion.

The exhibition received an overwhelming response from the students. Exhibition included both research paper presentation and presenting project models. Students from BSc, M.Sc, BBA(CA), B.Com, BBA and BA took part in the exhibition. 6 research papers and 20 projects were presented.

The Students presented projects like Traffic Signal Control System, Metal Detector, Distance Measurement by using ultrasonic sensor, Analysis of Glare Effect of Lights. Dancing LED lights.Earthquake alarm, Electronic Eye, Wireless Car, Solar Mobile Charger. Blinking LED using Ardino Uno Board. Ardino Dc motor speed controller, Study of BSE lisited banks and its effect on the share price of bank etc.

The Project exhibition was a grand success and was appreciated by all.

One Day National Workshop in association with Bombay Stock Exchange Investor Protection Fund

Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce organised a One Day National workshop on Financial Planning, Market and Investors' Awareness'  in Association with Bombay Stock Exchange Investor Protection Fund on Saturday, 12th January 2019. The inauguration of the workshop was

done at the hands of Dr. N.S. Umarani, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)Pune. Mr Kushal Hegde, President, Kannada Sangha, Pune, Mr. C. Vasudevan,  CGN, Head, BSE-IPS Limited, Mumbai, CMA Amit Apte, President, ICAICAMA, Kolkata and Mr. Sunil Kadam, Registrar, NISM, Navi Mumbai, Dr. Ashok Agrawal, Principal, Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice Principal, Dr. Deepa Sathe, Coordinator, and Dr. Shweta Bapat, Organizing Secretory also graced the occasion. The workshop got special guidance from renowned CA CV Chitale, Member, Central Council ICAI, New Delhi, MrMukund Sabu and Mr.Neeraj Kapoor among other dignitaries.

In his welcome speech, Principal Dr. Ashok Agrawal spoke about the glorious achievements of Kannada Sangha Groups of Industry in the field of Education. He applauded the contribution of BSE-IPF in making people aware about financial management, investments in capital market etc.

In his inaugural speech, Dr. N.S.Umarani congratulated Kaveri College for organizing a relevant national workshop on the theme of financial planning and awareness. He said that the need of the hour is to co-create useful knowledge for the younger generation by teaching them Saint Tukaram, Isaac Newton and Amartya Sen simultaneously. Dr. Umarani said the students should also be taught three important things – Values, Economics and Science, because without them, no individual, no society and no country can think of affluence and prosperity. Dr. Umarani said that education is a scientific process of growing and one must invest in education and secure her/his life.

Mr. C. Vasudevan said that there are umpteen opportunities in Capital Market and BSE is creating more avenues by conducting such workshops through BSE’s Investor Monitory Fund. He said that BSE’s IPF will help students with research activities and also encouraged them to invest in capital market.

Renowned CA, Mr. C.V. Chitale gave the key note address which was
followed by various sessions based on topics such as Career and Income
Generation Opportunities in Stock Market, Mutual Funds
and Investors, Awareness about Personal Financial Planning, etc.

The workshop received tremendous response from the participants 

across the city and the State.

One Day Seminar on Career Opportunities in Banking and Finance

Kaveri College organized a seminar on Career Opportunities in Banking and Finance on 20 December 2018 for all BCOM, BA, BBA, BBA IB and BBA (CA) students.

Experts from PU’S Educational Services, Mumbai, guided the students about various career opportunities in Banking and Finance. Dr. Shweta Bapat, Co-ordinator, BBA commenced the seminar by welcoming the guests and introducing briefly about the purpose of the seminar. Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College,felicitated Guest speakers Prof. Vinit Upadhyay and Dr. V. Aaditya Srinivas. Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, vice-Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff and students were present on the occasion.  Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal in his address introduced the guests and the audience about Kaveri Group of Institutes and also informed about the four centers of excellence viz. Kaveri Skill Development Center (KSDC), Kaveri Entrepreneurship Development Center (KEDC), Kaveri Research and Innovation Center (KRIC) and Kaveri Consultancy Cell (KCC).

Mr. Vinit Upadhyay, Asst. Professor, K. P.B. Hinduja College of Commerce, Mumbai, said that skills are important to cope up with the different challenges and opportunities in the competitive world. He cautioned the audience/students about the usage of the Internet and the threat it is posing to personal/ private information. He informed the student about different courses in ethical hacking Cyber Security He also stressed that insurance is a career field where there is huge potential for the youngsters. He assured the audience that certifications of PU in association with Kaveri College will be life changing for the students.

Dr. V. Aditya Srinivas, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Economist, BSE Brokers’ Forum mentioned that skill is nothing but application of knowledge. He said that courses at PU directly help students to get a job or start their own business in stock exchange. He stated that practical knowledge

about actual stock market operations, mutual funds, derivative markets etc.  is imparted to the students in these courses.

The seminar received huge response from the students. After the program many students asked queries to the experts.

The program was compered by Mrs. Shweta Bhagat-Natu. Mrs. Pooja Amoble proposed vote of thanks.

Kaveri College celebrates the annual cultural extravaganza, Yuva-Spandan

The most awaited event of the year,Yuva Spandan was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fanfare. Dr. Ashok Agrawal,Principal,Kaveri College inaugurated the cultural extravaganza on 26^th December

2018.  It began with a fabulous Traditional Day Celebration, Quiz and Mehendi Competition. The college campus was charged with excitement as students came in their best of traditional attires, participated enthusiastically in Quiz and Mehendi competition. 

A spectacular Retro Day was organized on the second day along with Rangoli Competition and Treasure Hunt Competition. 

 The participants had showed their creativity in their dressing styles and their accessories. Mad Adz competition was held on Friday, 28^th December 2018 in A.V. Room. The students came out with interesting and innovative ideas and created advertisements for the products such as   flying chair, dragon fruit, feviquick, fairness cream, etc.

The most exciting Annual Social Gathering was held on and 30^th Dec, 2018. Mrs. Indira Salian, Vice President, Kannada Sangha, Pune, Mrs. Radhika Sharma, Trustee, Kannada Sangha Pune, Dr. Ashok Agrawal,Principal, Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice Principal, Prof. Sayee Kulkarni, Head, Cultural Committee were also present on the occasion. The audience was kept enthralled by mesmerizing performances by the students. 

Ms. Pradnya Desai was declared Miss Kaveri and Mr. Abhishek Kale was declared Mister Kaveri of the year. 

Special winter camp of NSS Unit of Kaveri College

The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce in association with Savitribai Phule Pune Univeresity organized the seven-day Special Winter Camp at Kasar Amboli, Tal. Mulshi, Dist. Pune from 10th December 2018 to 16th December 2018. The

theme of Special winter scheme was ‘Swachha va Swastha Bharath Abhiyan’. Mrs. Malati Kalmadi, Secretary, Kannada Sangha, Pune, presided over the function. The camp was inaugurated at the hands of Deputy Sarpanch, Kasar Amboli, Mr. Mahesh Mankar. Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice Principal, Prof. Sachin Deokate, NSS Program Officer, Prof. Nilesh Nemade, Assistant Program Officer, along with other villagers, faculty members of the College and NSS Volunteers were present on this occasion. Total 50 NSS volunteers participated in the camp and rendered their service towards society with the motto 'Not Me But You'.

Various guest lecturers were arranged for the students. Resource persons Dr. Smita Patil, Block Development Officer class-1 Panchayat Samiti Mulshi, Mr. Sunil Jadhav, Extension Officer Panchayat, Col. Sarang Kashikar, Dr. Ashwini Deshpande and Mr. Sidharth Mehandle were invited and they conducted sessions for the students on topics like Rural Development, Functioning of Grampanchayat, Leadership skills and HIV /AIDS Awareness.The volunteers undertook various activities related to Environmental Awareness, Cleanliness Campaign, Plastic free village campaign, Health check-up drives and Tree maintenance during the seven days camp. They arranged haldi kumkum(social ceremony) programme for the women. They also conducted various activities for the students of Zilla Parishad School. The students visited the first Army School for girls', named Rani Laxmibai Military School. A special full day event for the 5^th to 8^th standard students of Zilla parishad school kasaramboli was conducted on 12^th December in association with “Vidyan Vahini”. During this event various scientific experiments on Physics, Chemistry and Biology were demonstrated to each class by the Volunteers.

The Valedictory function was conducted on 16^th December 2018. This function was presided by Principal Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal. Hon. Sarpanch Ms. Suvarna Sutar, Hon. Deputy Sarpanch Mr. Mahesh Mankar, Hon Mr. Sachin Dhumal member, Hon. Ms. Chaya Bhilare member, Hon. Ms. Kamini Shinde member, Hon. Mr. Rajaram Kashilkar Village Development Officer, Mr. Yashwant Sutar- Ex-Memeber Gram Panchayat and other members of Gram Panchayat, faculty members of the college and all NSS Volunteers were present on the occasion. The Gram Panchayat thanked the NSS team for their selfless service. Prof. Sachin Deokate, NSS Programme Officer shared his review and feedback on the various activities conducted at the camp. The Student Development Officer, Dr. Anand Buddhikot proposed the vote of thanks.

Two-day workshop on topics, The Constitution of India and Inter-age Bonding

Lifelong Learning and Extension Unit of Kaveri College of Arts, Science & Commerce in association with Savitribai Phule Pune University arranged Two-day workshop on the topics The Constitution of India and Inter-age Bonding on 14 and 15 December 2018. Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College inaugurated the workshop and in his inaugural speech, he said that India is blessed to have the best Constitution in the world and that the onus lies with the younger generation to keep it intact and respect it.

Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice Principal, Mrs. Pooja Amole, Coordinator, Lifelong Learning and Extension Unit, were also present on the occasion.  

On the first day of the workshop renowned poet, writer Prof. Shriranjan Awate spoke on the topic ‘The Philosophical Background of the Constitution of India.’ He began by explaining the definition of the ‘State’ and its aspects such as Territory, Population, Government and Sovereignty. He discussed the different phases of the making of India which includes the colonial rule, Indian renaissance, India’s political response, role of Indian National Congress and above all Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s huge contribution in the making of the

Constitution.

In the second session Advocate Shalaka Despande discussed the Constitution of India from the point of view of Competitive Exams. She explained the nature of questions related to the Indian Constitution that can be asked in UPSC and MPSC exams. She discussed the Cabinet System of the Government, the Preamble of the Constitution, difference between Right and Duties among other aspects of the Indian Constitution.

  

The first session of the Second day, Mr.J.P.Desai of Jansewa Foundation explained the importance of relationships and love in the family. He also highlighted the importance of elderly people in the family. In the second session, Dr. Nidhi Mishra talked about 'Inter-Generation Bonding' and 'Aging with Dignity' and also made the students aware of old age and problems to old age.

The workshop received great response from the students. Prof. Shweta Bhagat Compered the program and Prof. Pooja Ambole presented a vote of thanks.

Kaveri College organizes 'Dnyan-Vidnyan Vachan Chalwal' Lecture series

    

Bahishal Shikshan Mandal of Kannada Sangha Pune’s Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce and Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) jointly organized “Dnyan ViDnyan Vachan

Chalwal” Lecture Series from 6^th December to 8^th December, 2018.  Renowned speakers— Dr.Nanasaheb Pawar, Dr Rupali Sheth, Dr. Pandurang Kand were invited to guide the students. Dr. Ashok M. Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College inaugurated the lecture series and said that “One who reads Leads”. He also guided the students on the importance of reading books and urged them to read more books and inculcate that knowledge and wisdom in their own respective lives.  

In the first session, on 6^th December 2018 Dr. Nanasaheb Pawar spoke on the book ‘

Krishnakath ,The Autobiography of Sri Yeshwantrao Chavan. He said that through this book Yeshwantrao Chavan explored his journey as a small child from Karhad to First Chief Minister of Maharashtra and defense minister of India. Dr. Pawar also guided the gathering on the importance of reading.

Dr Rupali Sheth gave session on 7^th December 2018 on the book “Adhunik Bharat  by Achary Jawadekar”. Also, madam focused on the mentality of today’s youth and said that Education is the key to the  progress and development of any country so invest your knowledge in the development of your own country.

In the third session, Dr. Pandurang Kand spoke on the book “Hati Jyanchya Shunya Hote  by 

Arun  Shewate”. He gave examples of  Abraham Linkan, Abdul Kalam, Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil, Nilu Phule, Arun Date, BaBasaheb Purandare etc. Sir explained students that – Everyone is born with special qualities. But, these qualities are given in the form of potential. It is the duty of everyone to discover this potential and make it an actuality through wise planning. He concluded by saying that there is a Hero Inside Everyone. All the sessions under Bahishal Shikshan Mandal were efficiently managed and conducted by Mrs. Shilpa Khadilkar, Head Bahishal Shikshan Mandal and her team under the able guidance of Dr. Ashok.M.Agrawal.