A Round-up of the Kreaverse
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Throughout history, amid moments of global upheavals, university education has ushered in hope cutting through disruption. Through periods of conflict, phases of polarisation and brackets of doubt, if there is one thing that has shone like a beacon of hope, it is higher education.
Week after week, as we wrap up notes on news that transpires through the week at Krea, we are humbled and grateful for the members of the Kreaverse who continue to expand their frontiers, be it students, faculty or staff. On a path of open-ended exploration of knowledge, we face complex issues, work at untapped opportunities, usher in fresh perspectives and chart a way forward that is beneficial for the world at large.
Here goes another week, marked with activities, achievements and accolades. Another week as our students turn into leaders - real, authentic and ethically articulate, stepping into the world to ask the deepest and broadest questions that matter.
If you have news to share with the Krea community, we invite you to connect with us at all.commsteam@krea.edu.in
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Professor Anil Srinivasan, Visiting Professor of Practice, Literature and the Arts, School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), received the iconic Anjali Khandwalla Memorial Award. The award, instituted and presented by Dr Pradeep Khandwalla, former Director of IIM Ahmedabad, is given annually to an outstanding teacher or educator. Nominations are submitted by scholars, and the jury consists exclusively of teachers and professors.
The event was held at MICA, Ahmedabad which is Professor Srinivasan’s alma mater.
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Dr Rangachary Kommanduri, Visiting Assistant Professor, Data Science, SIAS, recently published a paper titled, ‘STAD-AI: Spatio-temporal Anomaly Detection in Videos with Attentive Dual-Stage Integration’ in the Neurocomputing journal (Q1, Impact Factor = 5.5).
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Dipanjali Deka, Visiting Assistant Professor, Centre for Writing and Pedagogy (Krea-CWP) was a guest musician at the Malwa Mahila Kabir Yatra, held from 28 February to 2 March 2025, in Madhya Pradesh. Malwa Mahila Kabir Yatra is a travelling folk music festival that celebrates women’s voices and the music and poetry of the mystic poets of the subcontinent.
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Dr Sayandeb Chowdhury, Senior Assistant Professor, Literature, SIAS wrote about the sophistication of a psychoanalytical approach to stardom, and the unique daring of its leading actor in Satyajit Ray’s Nayak (The Hero, 1966), starring Bengali screen icon Uttam Kumar. The film digitally re-restored was re-released across the country on 21 February 2025. Read more
The same film also inspired a piece in Bangla on the concept of the public in popular culture. For readers who can read Bangla, head here.
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Dr Chirag Dhara, Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies, SIAS delivered a talk at IISER, Pune on 28 February 2025 based on his recently published co-authored paper, ‘A scalability-centric perspective on global human development within environmental limits’. The talk was delivered as part of the ECS Seminar and was titled, ‘What levels of development can humanity “sustainably” aspire to?’
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IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB)’s PhD Scholar Soumyabrata Basu presented a paper that looks into the impact of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code on Indian firms at the Doctoral Colloquium on Financial Markets and Corporate Finance organised by IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. The paper is co-authored with IFMR GSB faculty members, Dr Praveen Bhagawan and Dr Jyoti Prasad Mukhopadhyay.
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The Inclusive Learning Support Office invites faculty and staff to apply for the Gender and Consent Advocacy Volunteer Programme. This initiative aims to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful university environment by raising awareness about gender, consent, and the University's Prevention of Sexual Harassment policies. The volunteer term is a minimum of one year, with mandatory training sessions. If interested, please submit the Application Form by 15 March 2025.
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Fatema Hunaid, Office Managing Partner, Bengaluru, GTBharat, engaged with the bright minds of IFMR GSB in a leadership talk on ‘The Role of Economic Analysis in Transfer Pricing.’ She shared insights on navigating complexities arising from intangible assets, digital transactions, and shifting business models while also highlighting career opportunities in tax advisory, financial modeling, and regulatory consulting. Beyond technical insights, the session highlighted the importance of adaptability, mentorship, and strategic thinking in shaping a Vibrant Bharat.
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Optemux, IT & Operations Committee, IFMR GSB successfully organised an industrial visit to Brakes India, where students got an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience of world-class manufacturing and operations. From witnessing cutting-edge production processes to understanding supply chain efficiencies, this visit provided a deep dive into real-world industrial practices. Engaging with industry experts and seeing theories come to life made this an unforgettable learning experience.
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From 17-19 February 2025 students of Global Economy and Business displayed posters on themes such as country-specific investment environments and the business potential of selling a product in a country at the campus.
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On 28 February 2025, Naragani M, Associate Professor, OB & HR and Head - Corporate Relations and Career Services, IFMR GSB along with representatives from the NHRDN - IFMR GSB, Krea University Student Chapter participated in SYNCHRONIZE’25, the GenNxt Conference organised by NHRD Chennai at IIT Madras. This conference brought together 100+ HR professionals, 50+ college administrators, and thought leaders to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in HR.
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On 1 March 2025, as part of a learning initiative by ISRO through the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota (SDSC), an interactive learning session was organised for all interested students, faculty, and staff at Krea University. The Mobile Space Display Bus, designed as a travelling exhibition, featured scaled models of rockets, satellites, and launch vehicles, offering an up-close look at India’s pioneering work in space exploration. The display showcased India’s historic and recent space missions, including the Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, and Gaganyaan projects, alongside informative visuals on PSLV, GSLV, and the upcoming SSLV launch systems. The visit also opened avenues for potential collaborations between Krea University and ISRO, particularly in data analytics, remote sensing applications, and aerospace research.
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Dr T V Rao, the "Father of HRD in India," will lead HR Conclave 2025, a high-impact gathering of HR leaders, industry professionals, students, and alumni at IFMR GSB. A pioneer in modern HR practices, he co-founded the National HRD Network and has shaped talent management in leading organisations. As a retired IIM Ahmedabad professor, influential thought leader, and author of "Effective People," Dr Rao has transformed leadership and HR strategies across industries. At this conclave, he will explore the principles of personal effectiveness and its impact on people management, offering key takeaways from his book and years of expertise. The event is slated for 8 March 2025 at SH1 from 2.00-5.00 pm.
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Organised by Professor Bishnu Mohapatra, Professor, Politics, SIAS and Director - Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Khirki Conversation returns. The theme for this round is 'Futures'.
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Zero to One is the flagship pre-seed funding and mentorship event hosted by the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CFE), Krea University. In 2024, CFE successfully launched its inaugural edition, attracting student founders and aspiring entrepreneurs eager to pitch their ideas. Building on that success, Zero to One 2025 aims to provide pre-seed funding, expert mentorship, and unmatched networking opportunities to help student founders turn their innovative visions into reality. The final pitch is slated for 8 March, 2025. Know more
Meet the finalists here.
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Exploring Gender and Political Party Culture
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How do women navigate institutional belonging in political parties? Join an insightful discussion on gendered power and party dynamics in West Bengal’s AITC. Proma Raychaudhury, Assistant Professor, Politics, SIAS will be leading a webinar on ‘Gendering Political Party Culture in Contemporary West Bengal’ on 19 March 2025. Register here.
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Lean for the Curious Mathematician
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Dr TVH Prathamesh, Assistant Professor, Computer Science, SIAS along with Siddhartha Gadgil (IISc, Bengaluru, India), Ashvni Narayanan (University of Sydney, Australia) will be hosting the Lean for the Curious Mathematician workshop from 24 April to 26 April 2025 at Madhava Lecture Hall, ICTS. The workshop is open to research students in mathematics, postdoctoral researchers, faculty members, and advanced undergraduate and master’s students. Know more
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The third edition of Capstone Confab on 19 March 2025 will feature senior SIAS UG students presenting posters showcasing their ongoing capstone projects.
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‘Replicating Active Transport of Micro-organisms in Synthetic Systems’, a talk by Professor Sabyasachi Rakshit, Professor, IISER Mohali is scheduled for 8 March 2025 from 10.30 - 11.30 am at SH2.
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A talk titled ‘Evolution of Water Law and Policy - Persistent Prioritization of Use Over Protection’ by Professor Philippe Cullet, Professor, SOAS is scheduled for 11 March 2025 from 12:30-2.30 pm at JSW-1A.
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Krea Sociology and Social Anthropology Talk
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A talk on 'Social Science in the Age of Alternative Facts' by Professor Satish Deshpande, M N Srinivas Chair Professor, Institute for Social and Economics Change, is scheduled for 12 March 2025 from 2:30-4:30 pm at 2 F.
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A talk on 'Network Science in Healthcare: Graph-Based Modeling of Disease Comorbidities in Traumatic Brain Injury Patients' by Kaustav Mehta, Teaching Fellow, Data Science, Krea University is scheduled for 12 March 2025 from 3:00 - 4:00 pm at SH2.
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Inclusive Learning Support is hosting a Fireside Chat on 13 March 2025 titled ‘Go with the Flo: How a Board Game is Breaking Menstrual Taboos’, a conversation between Dr Ranjini Krishnan, Visiting Faculty, Psychology, SIAS and Dr Sabbah Siddiqui, Assistant Professor, Psychology, SIAS.
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Say hello to the newest members of our Krea family
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Farewell and Thank you 🙏🏾
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Wishing our colleagues all the best as they move on to their next adventure
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Ms Sneha Raina
Executive, Outreach, SIAS
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Dr Namratha Sathe
Postdoctoral Fellow, Literature & Global Arts, SIAS
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A virtual HR orientation was conducted for all new joinees on 13 February 2025.
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On 19 February 2025, the HR team held a virtual workshop led by ICICI Lombard to shed light on the various insurance facilities made available to them at Krea.
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In line with Krea’s commitment to provide a safe and respectful environment at work, on 19 February 2025, POSH training was initiated by HR team to train and inform on what constitutes sexual harassment, how to report it, the process involved and more.
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