Symposium held
The PG and Research Department of English of Sadakathullah Appa College (autonomous), Palayamkottai, organised a one-day symposium on ‘Tamil Literature in English Translation.’
Addressing the event, S. Prabahar, Vice-Chancellor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (MSU), highlighted the antiquity and aesthetic depth of Tamil literature. While languages were being driven to extinction globally at an alarming pace, Tamil continued to thrive with a documented literary lineage of over 3,000 years. Hnece, classic and modern Tamil works must be translated into English to secure their rightful place on the world literary map, he said
Mr. Prabahar released three textbooks brought out by the English department on General English II, General English IV and English for Communication.
S.M. Abdul Kader, principal, S. Mohamed Haneef, Head, Department of English, other faculties and students were present.
SELORA 2026
The Department of Management Studies, Anna University Regional Campus, Tirunelveli, organised ‘SELORA 2026,’ a management meet aimed at encouraging leadership, business acumen and creativity among students.
A. Joseph, vice-president and chief operating officer of Centizen Inc, attended the event as chief guest. Addressing the students, he highlighted the importance of adaptability and digital intelligence in today’s business landscape.
Director of Aruvi Bakery K. Natarajan, who delivered the valedictory address, exhorted the students to work with involvement and enthusiasm.
Dean S. Rajakumar, Head of the Department of Management Studies S. Silas Sargunam and other staff were present.
The event also featured competitions for students. Sadakathullah Appa College (autonomous) bagged the overall championship in undergraduate category and Francis Xavier Engineering College secured the championship in postgraduate category.
The Xavier’s Management Association of the Department of Management Studies of St. Xavier’s Catholic College of Engineering, Nagercoil, held a mangement fest recently.
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XIBITA 11.0
The Xavier’s Management Association of the Department of Management Studies of St. Xavier’s Catholic College of Engineering, Nagercoil, organised a national-level management fest ‘XIBITA 11.0.’ The event aimed to enhance students’ managerial knowledge, creativity, leadership qualities and business skills.
Jiya Sarah Koshy, an alumna of the college and Senior Business Development Executive at PanApps International Pvt Ltd, Kochi, attended the event as chief guest. In her address, she shared her college experience and professional journey, encouraging the students to identify their strengths, pursue their goals with confidence and make effective use of available opportunities.
The event also featured various competitions for students. Mar Ephraem College of Engineering and Technology won the overall championship shield for its outstanding performance in various competitions.
A total of 288 students from 15 colleges across Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli and Kanniyakumari districts participated in the fest.
Book launched
Chancellor of Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education (NICHE) M.S. Faizal Khan launched a book, Intellectual Property Rights in the Knowledge Economy: Foundations, Legal Systems and Innovation Protection., co-authored by G. Ramdhas, D. Allwin, R.M. Gowri Krishna of NICHE, Kumaracoil.
Collector congratulates students
Kanniyakumari Collector M. Prathap congratulated the winners of the Knowledge Olympiad that was held at St. Jude’s Matriculation School, Chinnathurai, to mark United Nations Day, which is observed on October 24 every year. Executive director of Knowledge Foundation Justin Antony hosted the event. Mr. Prathap honoured the students with books and certificates at the Collectorate.
Published – November 02, 2026 06:24 pm IST
