UMU Ranked No.1 in Jharkhand for BBA and BCA Course Admission Open 2026
                     



Faculty 
Paper PublicationsAchievements
Sawar, S. (2025, July 5). Constitutional morality and the uniform civil code: Revisiting the 
directive principals. National Conference on Multidisciplinary Studies and Innovations, 
IJARSE, Dehradun. ISBN: 978-93-48954- 55-8
Anitrose, I., Tudu, P. P., Kaur, H., Thakur, H., Kumar, D., Chetri, D., Bhavana, & 
Dhananivetha, M. (2025). Integrating digital tools and regenerative practices: A review on 
precision agriculture for sustainable soil health and climatic resilience. International 
Journal of Environmental Sciences, 11, 1073–1080.
Biswas,  S.,  Das,  R.,  &  Dutta,  D.  (2025).  Irrigation  and  primary  nutrients’  
performance  on  winter  maize productivity, profitability, energetics, and carbon footprint 
in Gangetic plains of India. Scientific Reports, 15, 19714.
Biswas, S., Mondal, P., Das, R., Dey, S., Mukherjee, S., & Mondol, S. (2025). Effect of liquid 
organic manures on sole and intercropping systems of baby corn and garden pea. Journal 
of Applied Horticulture, 27(3).
Das,  R.,  Biswas,  S.,  &  Dutta,  A.  (2025).  Chemical  seed  priming  influence  on  the  field  
performance  of rapeseed-mustard genotypes in the Indo-Gangetic plains of West Bengal. 
Discover Agriculture, 3(1).
Biswas, S., Das, R., Sahoo, C., & Saini, A. (2025). Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria to 
the bioremediation of  nitrile  pollution  in  crop  lands  for  enhancing  crop  productivity.  In  
Plant-Microbe  Interactions  for Environmental and Agricultural Sustainability (Chapter 13). 
Springer Nature.
Zabi,  S,  (July  2025).  Reporting  Human  Rights  Violations  During  Armed  Conflicts  by  
International  Media. Media and Law. Gyan Geeta Publication. ISBN 978-9360886882
Zabi, S.& Rohit, S.K. (June 2025). New Media and Cultural Change Among the Santhal Tribe 
in Jharkhand. Communication,  Technology,  Culture  and  Digital  Transformation.  Khwaab  
Publication.  ISBN  97-88197- 512483
Roy,  S.  (2025,  July  17–19).  Domain  and  AI-based  watermark  techniques  for  intelligent 
 digital  image forensics.  10th  International  Conference  on  ICT  for  Sustainable  
Development.  Springer Nature.  [Scopus indexed]
Abgeena, A., Garg, S., Goyal, N., & PC, J. R. (2025). NeuroEmo: A neuroimaging-based fMRI 
dataset to extract temporal affective brain dynamics for Indian movie video clips stimuli 
using dynamic functional connectivity approach with graph convolution neural network 
(DFC-GCNN). Computers in Biology  and Medicine, 194, 110439. 
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiomed.2025.110439 (SCIE IF 6.3)
Chowdhury, P., Roy, A., & Ghosh, S. (2025). Molybdenum disulfide nanomaterials for 
generating or depleting reactive oxygen species: Recent development and prospects in 
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biomedical applications. Nano-Micro Small. https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202506450
Akhtar,  S.,  Akhtar,  M.  A.  K.,  &  Kumar,  M.  (2025).  Ethical  implications  of  Open  AI  and  
collaborative development in Society 5.0. In Open AI and Computational Intelligence for 
Society 5.0 (pp. 249–264). IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
Prakash, A., & Akhtar, M. A. K. (2025). A review of hybrid optimization approaches for eco-
friendly vehicle routing  in  smart  cities.  In  Proceedings  of  the  International  Conference  
on  Recent  Advances  in  Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development (RAISD 2025), 
196, 177. Springer Nature.
Kumari,  R.,  &  Akhtar,  M.  A.  K.  (2025).  Advancements  and  challenges  in  multi-
objective  metaheuristic optimization for complex systems. In Proceedings of the 
International Conference on Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable 
Development (RAISD 2025), 196, 463. Springer Nature.
Prakash, A., & Akhtar, M. A. K. (2025). Eco-friendly vehicle routing: Extending the Solomon 
dataset for CO2, energy,  noise,  and  distance  in  smart  cities.  In  Proceedings  of  the  
International  Conference  on  Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable 
Development (RAISD 2025), 196, 190. Springer Nature.
Samanta, R., Chatterjee, A. N., Kumar, A., Mishra, R., Sahoo, S., & Kumari, P. (2025). 
Comparative analysis of  microwave-assisted  extraction  (MAE)  and  traditional  extraction 
 techniques  for  phytochemicals  from plants. International Journal of Environmental 
Sciences, 11(18S). ISSN: 2229-7359.
BRaoyo  kDsa sp, u Ab.,l i sShameadnta,  R.,  Mishra,  R.,  Sahu,  A.,  Sahoo,  S.,  &  Gorain,  A.  (2025).  
DApr.pSli acnajteioenv  Koafr  aaurttihfiocriaeld in   VtaelildligateendceT e(cAhI)n iin q utehse  fporhaCromntaacmeuintiacnatl Ainndaulysstrisy: In-depth review.    in Oil and Fats: A 
GJoCu-rMnaSl Aopf pNreoon acaht,apl uSbulrisgheeryd, b1y4(W2   N6SP)u. IS bliScNa:t i2o2n2, 6-0439. Gurgaon, Haryana on 22 May 2025. ISBN: 
978-93-4962-580-8.
Dr. Sanjeev Kar authored From Molecules to Mammals: The Story of Organic Evolution, 
published by Cosmas Scientific Publications, Chennai on 19 June 2025. ISBN: 978-93-6096-
817-5.
Dr. Sanjeev Kar authored Animal Genomics and Drug Design: The Genetic Engineering 
Nexus, published by Eliva Press Global Ltd., Chisinau, Moldova on 04 July 2025. ISBN: 978-
99993-2-763-3.
PDra. pSaenrj ePerve Ksaer nauttehdored From Bench to Bedside: The Role of Animals in Drug 
DDre.v Sewloaptmi Seanwt, apru pbrliessheendt ebdy  Aas epeampe Pr rtaiktlaesdh a“Cn oPnvstt. iLtutdti.o, nJhaal rMkhoarnadlit oyn a 0n5d  Juthlye 2 U0n2i5fo. rISmB NC:i vil 
C97o8d-e9: 3R-7e1vi0s7it-i1n0g2 t-h4e.  Directive Principals” at the National Conference on Multidisciplinary 
Studies and Innovations, organized by IJARSE, held on 5 July 2025 in Dehradun.
Patents Granted/Published
Dr. N. Shanmugapriya, Dr. P. Kavitha, Dr. G. Manoharan, Dr. Bela Rani Bhagat, Mr. K. 
Chandrashekhar, Dr.
P. Chellapandi, and Dr. Roja Babu published a patent titled “Deciphering Metabolic 
Regulatory Mechanisms
in Vital Anaerobes for Enhanced Biogas Production from Protein-Rich Waste” on 9 May 
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Dr. Lopamudra Satapathy was granted a design patent (Design Number: 451951-001) for a 
real-time soil health analysis device on 7 July 2025.
Lectures Delivered
Dr. Leena Shrivastava has been invited to deliver a lecture on Management of Workplace 
Stress at Shri Krishna Institute of Public Administration, Ranchi, during the three-day online 
training of the newly deployed IAS officers in Jharkhand on Stress Management scheduled 
from June 18 to 20, 2025.
Dr.  Rojalin  Samanta  delivered  a  keynote  address  at  a  national  symposium  
organized  by  Śastric  on  the occasion of International Yoga Day, 21 June 2025, on the 
topic “Yoga for the Prevention of Breast Cancer and Other Such Diseases.”
Session Chaired
Dr.  Md.  Amir  Khusru  Akhtar  chaired  a  session  at  the  International  Conference  on  
“Recent  Advances  in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development” (RAISD2025) to 
be held during 7th-8th March, 2025.
Students Achievements
Nandini, a student of the IXth Semester of the BBA LLB program, secured the First Prize 
in the ‘International Legal  Article  Writing  Competition’  organized  by  Record  of  Law.  
Her  achievement  highlights  exceptional research and writing skills in the field of law.
Placement Record
S.No  Name Company Name Department
1 Abir Kumar Umed Pharma Lab Pvt. Ltd. B.Pharmacy
Mandal
2 Aditi Kumari Med Plus B.Pharmacy
3 Akash Kumar Med Plus B.Pharmacy
Sahu
4 Amrit Gorain Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
5 Arbaj Hussain Treadstone Alianz Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
6 Ashirwad pathak Med Plus B.Pharmacy
7 Chandan Kumar Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
8 Dhiraj Kumar Umed Pharma Lab Pvt. Ltd. B.Pharmacy
Ram
9 Kajal Kumari Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
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10 Mukul Kumar Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
11 Nikhilesh Umed Pharma Lab Pvt. Ltd. B.Pharmacy
Mandal
12 Nishi Kumari Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
13 Partha Pratim Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
Das
14 Pawan Pradhan Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
15 Prateek Kumar Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
16 Priyavrat Yadav Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
17 Puja kumari Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
18 Rani Vaishnavi Med Plus B.Pharmacy
19 Renu Kumari Med Plus B.Pharmacy
Nag
20 Roshan Prasad Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
21 Saurav Raj Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
22 Shivam Ranjan Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
23 Sunny Hazam Medtronic B.Pharmacy
24 Sushil Kumar Treadstone Alinaz Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
25 Tripti Kumari Sum Pharma Laboratories Limited B.Pharmacy
26 Vikash Kumar Alembic Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
27 Vishal Shukla Med Plus B.Pharmacy
28 Rahat Arfa Umed Pharma Lab Pvt Ltd B.Pharmacy
29 Ajneesh Raj Agri Super Private Limited B.Sc 
Agriculture
Farmerface Organic Technology & Research 
Institute
30 Archna Priya Pvt. Ltd. B.Sc 
Agriculture
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31 Jayant Kumar Pan Seeds Private Limited B.Sc Agriculture
32 Jeet Chetia Agri Super Private Limited B.Sc Agriculture
33 Kirti Kumari Ghaas Paat Pvt Ltd B.Sc Agriculture
34 Nisha Kumari Ghaas Paat Pvt Ltd B.Sc Agriculture
35 Praveen Kumar Chandlaso Honey Farmer Producer Company B.Sc Agriculture
Limited
36 Raj Kumar Ram Pan Seeds Private Limited B.Sc Agriculture
37 Shweta Ghaas Paat Pvt Ltd B.Sc Agriculture
Nandani
38 Deepak Kumar Pan Seeds Private Limited B.Sc Agriculture
39 Nilesh Kumar Chandlaso Honey Farmer Producer Company B.Sc Agriculture
Limited
40 Nitesh Kumar Agri Super Private Limited B.Sc Agriculture
University Activities
Prof. Dr. Milind Joins as Pro Vice-Chancellor of Usha Martin University
Usha Martin University warmly welcomes Prof. Dr. 
Milind as the new  Pro  Vice-Chancellor,  effective  June 
 16,  2025.  He  brings wide academic and 
administrative experience, having served as Professor 
 and  Dean  at  Sushant  University,  Principal  at  NSHM 
Durgapur, and worked with the University of 
Huddersfield (UK) and the Ministry of Tourism, 
Government of India.
Dr. Milind holds a PhD in Management, along with an 
MBA in HRM, MA in Industrial and Organizational 
Psychology, Enterprise Management  from  IIT  Delhi,  
and  B.Sc.  in  Zoology.  He  is  also certified  by  the  
CMI–UK  (Level-5)  through  the  AICTE-UKIERI 
program. His presence will strengthen the university’s 
vision of inclusive, research-driven, and values-based 
education.
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Usha Martin University Tops Jharkhand in IIRF Rankings
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Usha Martin University, Ranchi, has been ranked 1st among private universities in 
Jharkhand by the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025. At the zonal level, it 
secured the 6th rank in the East Zone and 66th nationally. The ranking, which evaluates 
over 1,000 institutions across India, reflects rigorous analysis and is widely recognised by 
the academic and corporate sectors.
This was the university’s first participation in the IIRF rankings, and achieving the top 
position at the state level highlights its commitment to educational excellence. Spread 
across a 30-acre campus, the university offers   more   than   30   programs   and   educates  
 around   4,000   students   across   disciplines   such   as Management,  Pharmacy,  
Agriculture,  Physiotherapy,  Paramedical  Sciences,  Nursing,  Engineering,  Law, English, 
Forensic Science, and Journalism & Mass Communication.  The Chancellor, Chairman, and 
Vice- Chancellor expressed pride in this accomplishment, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. 
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rUesmhaa iMn aar ptirne fUenrirveedr scihtyo ic(UeM foUr) s, tJuhdaerknhtsa.nd, has been ranked the best university in the state 
for its BBA and BCA programmes in the Open Magazine Best Colleges 2025 Rankings. The 
university also secured second place  for  its  engineering  programmes.  Recognised  by  
the  University  Grants  Commission  (UGC)  and  ISO
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9001:2015 certified, UMU is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and 
has received the E-Lead certification from QS I Gauge. It is also the first university in 
Jharkhand to be certified for digital competence.
Chairman Hemant  Goyal expressed  pride in  the university’s academic excellence and 
dedicated faculty. “These accolades affirm our commitment to providing a nurturing and 
intellectually stimulating environment. Being recognised as the premier university for BBA 
and BCA programmes and second-best for engineering is a testament to our efforts,” he 
said. He added that the E-Lead certification highlights UMU’s focus on technological 
advancements and developing digital skills among students.
UMU continues to offer a wide range of courses across diploma, undergraduate, 
postgraduate, integrated, and doctoral levels in fields such as Arts & Humanities, 
Agriculture, Journalism and Mass Communication, Engineering & Applied Sciences, 
Business Management & Commerce, Computing & Information Technology, Law, and 
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The Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication organised an informative session on 2 
June 2025, led by Prof. Rabindranath Manukonda, for BA Journalism students. The session 
focused on digital media trends, AI, media literacy, and emerging career opportunities in 
journalism.
Students actively participated in discussions on topics such as artificial intelligence in news 
production, multimedia storytelling, ethical use of AI in journalism, and the role of digital 
tools in audience engagement. They explored practical applications of emerging 
technologies, debated challenges of misinformation, and gained valuable insights into the 
Fevaoclvuinltgy m oefd iAa glarnidcsuclatpuer aen dC pornofdeussciotnsa Hl paronsdpesc-tOs.n Beekeeping Training
The Faculty of Agriculture organized a one-day hands-on training session on beekeeping 
on 16 May, aimed at educating B.Sc. Agriculture students on practical apiculture 
techniques and scientific approaches. The session   focused   on   promoting   sustainable   
agricultural   practices   and   exploring   self-employment opportunities through honeybee 
farming.
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Led by Dr. Bireshwar Kundu, Assistant Professor, and guided by Dr. Shubhra Sekhar 
Chakraborty, Head of the Faculty, participants learned to handle beekeeping equipment 
such as smokers, protective gear, and hive tools. They were trained in hive inspection 
techniques, observed the queen bee, workers, and brood patterns,  and  practiced  honey  
harvesting  and  filtering.  The  interactive  session  also  helped  students overcome 
common myths and fears associated with handling bees.
Faculty of Agriculture Hosts Agri Talks 2.0
The  Faculty  of  Agriculture  
organized Agri  Talks  2.0  on  16 
 May  2025,  an initiative    led    
by    Dr.    Lopamudra Satapathy  
   to     connect     academic 
learning   with   real-world   
agricultural practices.
Ms.  Simran  Singh,  a  2019  
alumna and   Farmer   Success   
Associate   at Kheyti   Tech   Pvt.  
 Ltd.,   shared   her experience 
and career insights in the agri-
input   industry.   The   
interactive session     provided     
students     with practical 
knowledge and guidance to 
shape their professional 
journeys.
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BBA Students Visit CCL for Industrial Exposure
On 2 May 2025, the Department of Training and Placement organized an industrial visit for 
BBA VI Semester students  to  Central  Coalfields  Limited  (CCL),  Rajrappa.  The  visit  
offered  students  firsthand  exposure  to public-sector  mining  operations,  including  
open-cast  mining  fields,  coal  processing  units,  and  safety monitoring  systems.  
Discussions  on  industrial  safety,  environmental  sustainability,  and  technological 
advancements   enriched   their   understanding   and   encouraged   exploration   of   
public-sector   career opportunities.
Industrial Tour to Visakhapatnam for Practical Insights
From  12  to  15  May  2025,  the  Department  of  Training  and  Placement  conducted  an  
industrial  tour  to Visakhapatnam, guided by Dr. Md. Saifullah Khalid. Students visited 
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), 
observing large-scale manufacturing processes, quality control, supply  chain  practices,  
and  innovations  like  3D  printing  in  MedTech.  The  tour  provided  professional 
interaction,  practical  exposure,  and  insights  into  industry  practices,  inspiring  
innovation  and  career aspirations.
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FLS Hosts 1st Chanakya Intra Moot Competition
The Faculty of Legal Studies organized the “1st Chanakya Intra Moot Competition” in May 
2025, offering
B.B.A.  LL.B.  students  a  platform  to  develop  advocacy  skills  and  gain  practical  
courtroom  experience. Students  from  all  semesters  participated  enthusiastically  in  
multiple  rounds,  starting  with  preliminary presentations before a panel of faculty judges. 
The best-performing teams advanced to the semi-finals and finals, where argumentation, 
research, and presentation skills were put to the test.
The competition assessed knowledge of substantive and procedural law, critical thinking, 
and persuasive reasoning.  The  event  also  emphasized  teamwork,  discipline,  and  
professional  growth,  while  fostering  a culture of learning and preparation. Winners, 
runners-up, and best speakers were felicitated, recognizing their achievements and 
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competitions at the University, nurturing the next generation of legal professionals.
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policy  research,  
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collaboration.  MBA  
II  and  BBA  IV
students actively 
engaged in the 
interactive session, 
gaining valuable 
insights into think 
tank operations, 
government 
projects, and career 
opportunities in 
policy consulting 
and strategic 
research.
Free Health Camp Conducted in Salhan Village under UBA Initiative
A free health camp was held on 2 May 2025 at the Salhan Panchayat Bhavan for Berwari 
village under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) initiative. Organized in collaboration with 
Dev Kamal Hospital, Ranchi, the camp offered  residents  free  medical  consultations,  
basic  health  check-ups,  and  medicines  from  a  team  of healthcare professionals.
Salhan Mukhiya Mrs. Sarita Tirkey, and Upmukhiya Mrs. Bimala Choudhary highlighted the 
importance of such  initiatives  in  improving  rural  healthcare  access.  The  event  was  
coordinated  by  Dr.  Lopamudra Satapathy, Dr. Priyanka Pallavi, Dr. Rupa Kumari, and Mrs. 
Sangita Kujur, aiming to promote  preventive healthcare awareness among the local 
community.
Workshop on Incense Cone Making Empowers Rural Communities
On 12 June 2025, the Faculty of Agriculture, in association with the UBA cell, organized a 
workshop on incense cone making at Salhan Panchayat Bhawan for SHGs and villagers. 
Final-year BSc Hons. Agriculture students demonstrated how to create incense cones from 
used flowers and kitchen spices, promoting a waste-to-wealth approach. Coordinated by 
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members actively
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participated,  gaining  skills  for  sustainable  livelihood  practices,  highlighting  the  
potential  of  value-added products to foster rural economic growth.
Usha Martin University Free Health Camp Organized Under UBA 
Initiative
On 2 May 2025, a free health camp was successfully conducted at the Salhan Panchayat 
Bhavan for Berwari village  under  the  Unnat  Bharat  Abhiyan  (UBA)  initiative  of  Usha  
Martin  University,  Ranchi.  The  camp, organized in collaboration with Dev Kamal Hospital, 
Ranchi, was held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and saw active participation from the local 
community. Residents availed themselves of free medical consultations, basic health 
check-ups, and medicines provided by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals from 
Dev Kamal Hospital. Salhan Mukhiya Mrs. Sarita Tirkey and Upmukhiya Mrs. Bimala 
Choudhary highlighted the significance of such initiatives in bridging the healthcare gap in 
rural areas. The event, organized by Dr. Lopamudra Satapathy (UBA Coordinator), Dr. 
Priyanka Pallavi (Director, Training and Placement), Dr. Rupa Kumari, and Mrs. Sangita 
Kujur, aimed to promote preventive healthcare awareness and ensure access to medical 
Ffaacicliutieltsy fo or fu nCdoemrseprvuetdi npgop &ula ItTio nHso. sts Session on Cybersecurity in the Age 
of Gen AI The  Faculty  of  
CInofomrpmuattiniog  &Technology,
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collaborati h e 
Rona nchi,  hGorsoteud  (GanD  
Dinesvigehlotfpuel rsepssion  tiGtl)ed  
“Understanding 
Cybersecurity in the Age 
of Gen AI” on 9 May 
2025. The event was  
attended  by  the  
Hon’ble Vice     
Chancellor,     Registrar, 
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Dean   Academics,   HOD,  
 and other faculty 
members.
Mr.  Nikhilesh  Tayal,  Google  Developer  Expert  in  AI/ML,  served  as  the  resource  person 
 and  shared perspectives  on  how  generative  AI  is  transforming  cybersecurity.  He  
highlighted  the  importance  of  AI- integrated defenses and discussed topics such as 
adversarial attacks, AI hallucinations, and data privacy. The session was well-received by 
attendees and underscored the value of collaboration between academia and industry in 
promoting awareness and innovation in cybersecurity.
Training Session on CV Making for MBA Students
The        Department      
  of Training    and    
Placement 
successfully   
organized   a practical  
training  session on   
CV   Making   for   the 
outgoing MBA batch.
Conducted  by  Mr.  
Ritesh Singh  from  
Times-Pro,  the 
session   aimed   to   
equip students  with  
the  skills  to craft     
professional     and 
impactful Curriculum 
Vitae (CVs)        
essential        for 
successful       
placements
and corporate careers.
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The session, 
interactive and 
practice-oriented, 
allowed students to 
share their CV drafts, 
receive constructive 
feedback,  and  
engage  with  real-life  
examples  and  role-
based  case  studies.  
Students  appreciated  
the practical  guidance 
 and  career-focused  
advice,  which  
provided  clarity  on  
recruiter  expectations 
 across sectors.
UMU Celebrates International Nursing Day with Two-Day Program
On 12 May 2025, the Nursing Department organized a grand two-day celebration for 
International Nursing Day. The event began with an inauguration by Pro Chancellor Prof. 
S.C. Garg, Registrar Dr. Anil Mishra, and Dean Academics Prof. B. N. Sinha, followed by  
debates, cultural performances, and sports competitions involving students and faculty 
from various departments.
The  activities  highlighted  the  contributions  of  nurses  and  promoted  health  awareness  
through  creative presentations. The second day, 13 May 2025, will feature Open Talks, 
Poster Presentations, a Nurses Day Card Competition, Best Out of Waste, Art and Craft, and 
Food Stalls. The program fostered enthusiasm, service spirit, and creativity, serving as an 
UinsMpiUrin Sgt euxdamenpltes o af cnodm mFaitcmuelntty t oA htetaeltnhd a nAdI CsoTciEal  Wseervbicien.ar on Crisis 
Preparedness
On  12  May  2025,  students  and  faculty  members of  Usha  Martin  University  joined  the  
national  webinar organised by AICTE under the “ररररर रररर – Nation First” campaign. 
The webinar aimed to sensitise higher
education  institutions  to  equip  students  and  faculty  to  respond  effectively  to  national  
crises  while maintaining a positive and safe campus environment.
The session was addressed by Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Hon’ble Chairman of AICTE, who 
discussed the role of HEIs  in  creating  awareness,  countering  rumors,  and  guiding  
surrounding  communities  toward  crisis preparedness. Participants from the university 
also took part in a meditation session supported by Art of Living,  designed  to  promote  
well-being,  and  were  introduced  to  a  fourteen-day  meditation  schedule  for continued 
mental wellness.
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Usha Martin University Students Gain Hands-On Anatomy 
Experience at RIMS
On 16 May 2025, the Department of Physiotherapy at Usha Martin University organized an 
educational visit for BPT 1st- and 2nd-year students to the Anatomical Museum at Rajendra 
Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi. Coordinated by Dr. Aayushi Kumari and Dr. 
Aniket Kumar Mishra under the supervision of Dr. Akanksha Anand Saxena, the visit aimed 
to provide practical exposure to human anatomy and enhance understanding of structural 
and functional aspects through direct observation.
During the visit, students explored key sections of the Anatomical Department at RIMS. In 
the Dissection Hall,  they  observed  cadaver  dissection  setups  and  learned  about  
dissection  techniques  and  ethical considerations.  The  Embryological  Museum  
showcased  stages  of  human  development,  offering  visual insight  into  developmental  
anatomy.  The  Regional  Anatomy  Museum  allowed  students  to  correlate theoretical  
knowledge  with  preserved  specimens  of  different  body  regions.  Finally,  the  X-Ray  
Museum provided  an  understanding  of  internal  anatomical  features  through  diagnostic 
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On World Environment Day, the Faculty of Agriculture, in collaboration with the NSS Unit, 
organized a tree plantation drive on campus to promote environmental conservation and 
sustainable living practices. A total of 56 NSS volunteers participated, planting over 150 
saplings, including Mahogany, Bougainvillea, Arjun, Ashok, Mango, and Litchi, aiming to 
enhance biodiversity and beautify the surrou1n5dings.
The  event  was  attended  by  key  university  officials,  including  the  Registrar,  Dean  of  
Academics,  NSS coordinators,  and  faculty  members  from  various  departments.  
Speaking  on  the  occasion,  the  Registrar emphasized  the  importance  of  tree  plantation 
 in  combating  climate  change  and  maintaining  ecological balance. The drive concluded 
with all participants taking a pledge to care for the newly planted trees and contribute to 
building a greener, sustainable environment.
Birsa Munda Commemorated on 125th Death Anniversary
On 9 June 2025, a special program was organized to mark the 125th death anniversary of 
Bhagwan Birsa Munda, honouring the legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter who 
fought against British colonialism and  social  injustice.  The  event  highlighted  his  role  as  
a  charismatic  leader  of  the  Ulgulan  movement, advocating  for land  rights,  forest  
conservation, religious freedom,  and  tribal identity in  the Chotanagpur region.
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The  program  aimed  to  educate  students  and  faculty  about  Birsa  Munda’s  life  and  
ideology,  promote awareness of tribal history and rights, and encourage respect for 
indigenous contributions to India’s freedom struggle. Concluding the event, the Vice-
Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor, Registrar, and Dean emphasized the importance  of  
integrating  the  history  of  tribal heroes  into  mainstream  academic  discourse,  fostering 
an atmosphere of learning, reflection, and pride in India’s diverse heritage.
PhD Orientation Programme Conducted for 2025 Research Scholars
Usha Martin University organized a PhD Orientation Programme for the newly admitted 
2025 batch, with 47 research scholars from disciplines including Journalism and Mass 
Communication, Engineering, Computing
& IT, Business Management, Agriculture, Health Sciences, and Legal Studies participating.
The  programme  began  with  a  welcome  and  interactive  ice-breaking  session  between  
scholars  and supervisors.  Vice-Chancellor  Prof.  Madhulika  Kaushik  encouraged  scholars 
 to  undertake  high-quality, ethical, and socially relevant research, emphasizing innovation 
and interdisciplinary approaches. Dr. Arvind Hans, Dean Faculty, provided an overview of 
the university’s vision, research ecosystem, and resources, while Dr. Amir Khusro Akhter 
concluded the programme with a detailed session on the PhD structure and research 
process, guiding scholars on their academic j1o7urney.
International Yoga Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm by Students and 
Faculty
International Yoga Day 2025 was celebrated on campus with active participation from 
students and faculty, highlighting the importance of wellness, balance, and mindfulness. 
The event was led by DSW Dr. Jayantika Pal along with yoga instructor Mr. Harendra, who 
guided participants through a series of asanas, pranayama, and meditation techniques.
The program emphasized the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga, 
encouraging attendees to integrate  these practices into their daily routines. Faculty and 
students engaged in group exercises and mindfulness sessions, fostering a sense of 
community and holistic well-being. The celebration served not only as a fitness initiative 
but also as a reminder of the value of mental clarity, stress management, and a balanced 
lifestyle in academic and personal life.
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