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Grandmaster Triumphs at Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025STAFF WRITERSRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Grandmaster Pranesh M, a 2nd-year B.Sc. Comp uter Science student, who emerged victorious at the prestigious Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025. Widely recognised as India%u2019s strongest classical chess tournament, the championship was hosted at the Hyatt Regency, Chennai, from 8th to 16th August 2025. The win carries special significance because the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters is a premier tournament where the best players gather to test their skills. Building Bridges Across Departments: Faculty of Engineering and Technology, SRMIST-KTR Hosts %u2018Meet and Greet%u2019 to Foster CollaborationSTAFF WRITEROn July 17, 2025, the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, hosted a %u201cMeet and Greet%u201d event themed Building Bridges Across Departments. The initiative aimed to foster inter-departmental collaboration, academic synergy, and innovation by bringing together faculty members from diverse engineering disciplines for a day of interaction and exploration.As part of the event, faculty teams visited over 174 laboratories across various departments to understand each unit%u2019s strengths, facilities, and ongoing research. This collective engagement sought to identify new opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching, research, and innovation.Dr. Leenus Jesu Martin, Dean (FET), noted that strong relationships among faculty %u201cshould pave the way for strong, responsible minds.%u201d Dr. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor of SRMIST, urged faculty to move beyond departmental boundaries and reimagine teaching practices to cultivate critical thinking and problemsolving among students. %u201cThis initiative is not just about visiting labs but about discovering possibilities for collaboration and innovation,%u201d he said, calling for greater flexibility and creativity in academia.Dr. T.R. Paarivendhar, Founder and Chancellor of SRM Group, inspired the gathering by emphasizing SRMIST%u2019s continuous pursuit of excellence in academics, global placements, and sports. He reminded faculty that %u201cworking at SRM is not just a job%u2014it%u2019s a lifetime opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a difference.%u201d In a significant announcement, he declared that two faculty members from each department would be sponsored annually to visit top international laboratories for one to two weeks to gain global exposure.Concluding on a motivational note, the Chancellor urged educators to nurture curiosity: %u201cResearch is the confidence to ask questions. If your students don%u2019t ask you at least three questions, then as a teacher, you have failed.%u201dSRMIST Founder Chancellor Dr. T.R. Paarivendhar, Vice Chancellor Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Registrar Dr. S. Ponnusamy and others at the Meet and Greet event at SRMIST, Kattankulathur.SRM Faculty of Management Welcomes FreshersSTAFF WRITERThe Faculty of Management at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, inaugurated its BBA and MBA programs for the academic year 2025%u201326 on 11th August 2025, marking a significant beginning for new students. The event underscored SRMIST%u2019s dedication to academic excellence and nurturing future leaders for the global business arena. Prof. Shivganesh Bharghav, Dean, welcomed the gathering and highlighted the programs%u2019 industry-relevant curriculum, modern resources, and experienced faculty. Prof. A. Vinay Kumar, Pro Vice Chancellor (SBL), emphasized a holistic, skill-oriented, and value-based approach, integrating theory with practical insights. Vice Chancellor Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan encouraged students to embrace creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning for personal and professional growth. Chief Guest Shri Jay Chandan, Chairman and CEO of Gorilla Technology Group, London, delivered an inspiring address on %u201cTechnology-Driven Education,%u201d urging students to seize opportunities and develop adaptability. Guest of Honour Mr. Dhinesh Khanna Ramalingam, Global Head Customer Success at Zoho Corporation, stressed innovation, ethics, and global vision as key to success. The event was also attended by corporate delegates from Gorilla Technology Group%u2014Mr. Bala Vummidi, Mr. Satish Venkatesan, Mr. Venkatesh Kannappan, and Mr. Balaji Alapilla Sampath%u2014making it an enriching and inspiring occasion for all participants.SRMIST Signs MoU with Bhutan Youth Development Foundation to Promote Values-Based Education and Holistic Well-BeingSTAFF WRITERSRMIST has signed a MoU with the Bhutan Youth Development Foundation (YDF), marking a new chapter in values-based education and holistic well-being. This initiative seeks to exchange best practices in counselling, rehabilitation, and youth development while nurturing clarity, compassion, mindfulness, and well-being among students and educators alike. The collaboration also draws inspiration from Bhutan%u2019s Happiness Model of Treatment and its visionary Gelephu Mindfulness City, models that demonstrate how education and governance can be rooted in happiness, sustainability, and cultural harmony.16 2025 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 1