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STAFF WRITER%u201cWars today are not fought only on the battlefield but also in the realm of technology; engineers are the new soldiers,%u201d remarked Dr. Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, during Aaruush, the flagship techno-management fest of SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, which concluded its 19th edition today with record participation from across India.Since its inception in 2007, Aaruush has grown into one of the country%u2019s premier student-led innovation platforms, bringing together over 50,000 students, academia, and industry leaders to exchange ideas and collaborate on solutions for tomorrow. This year%u2019s edition was inaugurated by Dr. Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, and Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai, Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awardee, CEO of BrahMos Aerospace, and veteran of DRDO and ISRO. Their presence underscored the fest%u2019s stature as a national platform for visionary thought and youth-driven innovation.Addressing the gathering, Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, Founder Chancellor of SRM Group, recalled that Dr. Vembu had studied at the Nightingale School, West Mambalam, during the 1970s and highlighted SRMIST%u2019s commitment to nurturing innovators. He remarked, %u201cAaruush is conducted for celebrating the research work done by SRMIST. Our management cannot do everything by itself, which is why we rely on the right set of young Engineers as the New Soldiers: Dr. Sridhar Vembu Inspires Youth at Aaruush 2025minds to set a clear vision and carry it forward.%u201dDr. Nitin M. Nagarkar, Pro Vice Chancellor (MHS), also emphasized SRMIST%u2019s pioneering culture, noting that %u201cSRMIST is the living ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship for students.%u201dDelivering his keynote, Dr. Sridhar Vembu drew attention to the critical importance of technological self-reliance in the modern world. He observed, %u201cOur national sovereignty today comes down to technology and self-reliance. We cannot depend on GPS, operating systems, or platforms like ChatGPT, which can be taken away in an instant. That is why we must build on our own.%u201dReflecting on Zoho%u2019s journey, Dr. Vembu remarked, %u201cZoho has followed a Japaneseinspired model of discipline and innovation. It took decades of focused R&D to build world-class products. The good news is that India has the human talent, we have the people, the creativity, and the resolve. What we need is the attitude to make the best in the world.%u201dSRMIST Signs MoU with SISA to Strengthen Cybersecurity and AI EducationSRMIST Student Secures Bronze Medal at Sri Lanka International Series 2025STAFF WRITERThe Department of Data Science and Business Systems, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SISA, a global leader in payment security and digital risk management, to enhance cybersecurity education and workforce development in India.The partnership is designed to bridge the skill gap in the cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors by integrating industry-driven learning opportunities with academic programs. Under this collaboration, SRMIST students will gain hands-on training with enterpriseSTAFF WRITERSRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, is delighted to share the achievement of its talented badminton player, Ms. Prashansa Bonami who secured the Bronze Medal at the Sri Lanka International Series 2025 Badminton Tournament, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on August 7, 2025.grade cybersecurity tools, participate in technical bootcamps, hackathons, and industry case studies, and earn globally recognized certifications to prepare for real-world challenges.Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Dharshan Shanthamurthy, Founder and CEO of SISA, said: %u201cIndia%u2019s shortfall of skilled professionals is a challenge that affects both digital trust and national security. This MoU addresses the current skills gap and supports the development of the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.%u201dSRMIST Founder Chancellor, Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar and Registrar Dr. S. Ponnusamy felicitates Dr. Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation at Aaruush 2025.SRMIST Registrar Dr. S. Ponnusamy showcasing the MoU signed between SRMIST and SISA.4 2025 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 1