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SRM%u2019s Ramprakash Among India%u2019s Top 6 to Engage with Sundar PichaiSTAFF WRITERSRM Family proudly celebrates a landmark achievement as Ramprakash R, B.Tech CSE (AIML), DCSE (ETech), was selected as one of only six Google Student Ambassadors across India to meet with Google CEO Mr. Sundar Pichai at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, held on February 18th at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.Representing the Google Student Ambassador Program at the first major AI summit hosted in the Global South. The key event encompasses: Ramprakash engaging in a high-profile dialogue on Responsible and Inclusive Innovation: advocating for accessible AI education and bridging the gap between academic learning and industry-level application for engineering students nationwide.This milestone stands as a testament to the vision, dedication, and leadership that define the next generation of tech pioneers. We are immensely proud of Ramprakash for carrying the spirit of the SRM Family onto one of the world%u2019s most prestigious technology platforms.Champions Rise: Annual Sports Day Awards 2026STAFF WRITERThe Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Science and Humanities, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, hosted its Annual Sports Day Award Function on 17th February 2026, honouring the outstanding achievements of over 1,000 student athletes across ten sporting disciplines: Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Cricket, Badminton, Throwball, Table Tennis, Chess, Carrom, and Yoga. The distinguished occasion was graced by Chief Guest Ms. D.P. Ezhilmathi, SRMIST Alumnus and Indian Volleyball Player, ICF, Indian Railways, whose inspiring words motivated students to pursue sporting excellence. The programme was further enriched by the felicitation address of Dr. R. Venkatesh Babu, Director Academics and Administration, SRM Group, and the inaugural address of Dr. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director Sports, SRMIST, who highlighted scholarship opportunities available for sporting achievers. The Overall Championship in both Men%u2019s and Women%u2019s categories was clinched by the Department of Commerce, a testament to their determination and team spirit. The event was welcomed by Ms. T. Thenmozhi, Physical Directress, and concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks to the management, chief guest, staff, students, and volunteers.SRMIST Stars K. Arun Kumar 1st MBA and P. Sambasiva Dip in Yoga Represented our Indian Ball Badminton Men Team and secured Gold Medal in South Asian Ball Badminton Championship For Men & Women - 2025-26 at Patna, Bihar.SRM IST Badminton Player U.Reshika II B.SC Psychology KTR Campus Won the Gold in Women Doubles in the Yonex Sunrise 48th All India Junior National Badminton Championship held at ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh from 20th to 24th Nov 2025.Dedication Meets Recognition: R. Arul Awarded ` 1 Lakh IncentiveSTAFF WRITERSRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, congratulates Mr. R. Arul, a first-year B.Com student and distinguished fencing athlete, on receiving a prestigious Cash Incentive of `1,00,000 from the Government of Tamil Nadu in recognition of his exceptional sporting achievement.2026 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 2 15