Gurugram Students of The NorthCap University Win 2nd Prize in an International Event in China

Gurugram students competed in a global environment and won the 2nd Prize, the ‘Excellence Award’ in the Delta Cup 2017 held at Wujiang, Suzhou City, China, held from 23-26 July 2017. The NorthCap University’s (NCU) project titled ‘Self-Check-out System in Retail’ is based on Smart Machines, Smart Robots and Smart Manufacturing using Delta Electronics (a US based MNC) components. The design is highly applicable for use in malls around the globe with a capacity to save shoppers time and increased sales. 

NCU’s Team ‘TVN’ comprising of Tanyam Popli, Vibhor Mittal, Shivam Nautiyal (ME) guided by Prof. Ravindra Ojha, Director, School of Engineering & Technology and Dr Shiv Manjaree Gopaliya, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering were highly appreciated by the expert panel, particularly for their concept, design and technical knowledge about the system. Team TVN received a trophy along with a cash prize worth 2000 RMB, apart from 300 RMB for securing a place in the Top 10 in online voting.

More than 75 Asian teams from China, Taiwan, India and Thailand competed and this was the first time when India participated for the prestigious ‘Delta Cup’ with NCU’s TVN being selected pan India for this prestigious competition.

‘Making Education Relevant’ discussed by eminent academics

A panel discussion was held by EDU TV on the topic ‘Making Education Relevant’ on 3 July 2017. The distinguished panellists included Prof. Prem Vrat, Pro-Chancellor, The NorthCap University, Gurugram; Prof. Kamlesh Mishra, VC Ansal University, Gurugram and Prof. Suniti Sen Gupta, Dean FMS, University of Delhi. The session was moderated by Mr Shashank Vira. 

The panellists emphasized on the need to improve the quality of faculty and research and to make education more relevant. Role models for universities such as Nalanda University were recalled and it was felt that great universities have outstanding faculty, liberal funding, freedom and flexibility. The role of human values in education to make a student a better person in addition to knowledge and skills was stressed. 

Another panel discussion was organized on the topic ‘Transition from School to Universities’ by EDU TV at DPS, Sector- 45, Gurugram on 17 July 2017. Eminent panellists included Prof. Prem Vrat, Pro-Chancellor, NCU; Prof. PB Sharma, VC Amity University, Gurugram; Prof. Kamlesh Mishra, VC Ansal University and Prof. Satyanarayan, VC, BML Munjal University, Gurugram. The session was moderated by Dr Vinnie Jauhri, Microsoft. Students of DPS interacted with the panellists and participated actively. 

To make education more relevant the panellists were of the view that it should be multi-disciplinary, less structured, more flexible and participating in which the role of the faculty should be to inspire, involve and transform students to become better persons and more employable.

NCU Law Students shine in LLM CLAT (PG)

The BBA-LLB students put up an admirable performance in LLM CLAT 2017 conducted for admission to the National Law Universities across the country. Raghav Kumar (Class of 16) achieved the Best All India Rank (AIR) of 23. He opted for NUJS, Kolkata. From the Class of 2017: Yogita Bangar was the Best Performer (AIR 43)-admission in NLSIU, Bengaluru; Urvashi Bhardwaj admission in NLSIU, Bengaluru; Akansha Gupta admission in NALSAR, Hyderabad; Surabhi Sharma and Prashant Tiwari admission in GNLU, Gandhinagar.

NCU Law Students Break Into Top Foreign Universities

It is indeed a matter of pride to announce that two of our Law students have got admission into prestigious foreign universities to study LLM. Ms Sunethra S (A topper of Class of 17) is joining LLM in Advanced Studies programme Public International Law at the University of Leiden, The Netherlands. Mr Suyash Srivastava (Class of 2017) has secured admission at the prestigious University of California at Berkeley (UCB) Boalt Hall.

The NorthCap University Continues its Zero Tolerance Policy Towards Ragging

With the new Academic session slated to start from 24 Jul 2017 and admissions continuing in full swing, The NorthCap University, Gurugram held its Anti-Ragging Committee meeting on 20 Jul 2017 under the Chairmanship of the Vice-Chancellor, Brig S K Sharma (Retd). The Committee had wide representation with members from the University’s Administration, Faculty, Hostel Wardens, Local Police Station, Parents, members from the Press and local NGOs. The VC congratulated all the members present on the unblemished record of zero incident of ragging since its inception and reiterated the University’s resolve to remain free from the ugly menace of ragging. He informed all members that Anti Ragging squads from amongst Faculty, Administration and Technical staff members had been constituted and duly briefed on what constitutes ragging, vigil to be mounted to ensure meticulous implementation of anti-ragging measures and redressal mechanism in case the need arises. 

NCUIndia- Anti-Ragging Committee meeting

The Vice-Chancellor, Brig S K Sharma (Retd) informed the members that Student Anti-Ragging Counsellors from across all Programmes at the University had been appointed to help act as an interface between the freshers and existing students and ensure no harassment is meted to them. The local Police representative was requested to depute a beat constable especially in the evening after classes to obviate any scope of indulgence in ragging by senior students. The VC confirmed that all reports as mandated by the UGC, Govt. of Haryana and local Police are being rendered without delay. The VC emphasized ragging being a cognizable offence, an FIR would be lodged in case of any ragging incident and the case would meet its logical end as per the laws of the land. The meeting ended on a positive note with all members expressing satisfaction at the measures instituted by the University and offered their whole hearted support in ensuring that the University remains ragging free.

Gurugram Students of The NorthCap University Competing in a Global Environment

Gurugram students have been selected to compete in a global environment and showcase their creativity and innovation through their project based on Smart Machines, Smart Robots and Smart Manufacturing. The project titled ‘Self-Check-out System in Retail’ is a highly applicable design for use in malls around the globe with capacity to save shoppers time and increased sales. Delta Electronics, Taiwan based company is holding the finals of the contest as a Delta Advanced Automation Design Contest 2017 from 23-26 July 2017 in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China. 

Three teams have been selected to represent India during ‘Delta Cup 2017’ out of which one team consisting of students Tanyam Popli, Vibhor Mittal, Shivam Nautiyal guided by Dr Shiv Manjaree Gopaliya and Ms Charu Rana of The NorthCap University (NCU), Gurugram has been selected to present their innovative project proposal in China. More than 75 Asian teams from China, Taiwan, India and Thailand will be competing and this is the first time when India is participating for Delta Cup 2017. NCU has bagged a seat to represent India in the prestigious international forum ‘Delta Cup 2017’. 

International forum ‘Delta Cup 2017'

This is not the first time that The NorthCap University, Gurugram has made the city proud. Students such as Pranav Jain won the first prize of Euros 10000 in 5G Hackathon 2017 and OYS Challenge 2017. Only a selected few students from across the globe get the opportunity to participate in these competitions. Pranav won Google for India-US Hackathon, which was felicitated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and was also a part of a day-long Innovation Hackathon in Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Placements at NCU, Gurugram

The NorthCap University, Gurugram (Formerly ITM University, Gurgaon) has acquired an enviable position in the academic world to produce high quality professionals in the field of Engineering, Management and Law. 

The passing out students are equipped with industry required academic curriculum, right skills acquired in the state-of-the-art Labs & Workshops and most importantly the right attitude so that they have a very smooth transition from campus to corporate. Conscious and sustained grooming efforts are made for the holistic development of the students so that they can become more efficient and effective in their employer’s organization much sooner than otherwise. 

A regular and healthy professional interaction is maintained with various multinational and national companies both in the private as well as public sector. The students are sponsored for their internship, an integral part of their academic curriculum, and finally for job opportunities in a suitable company based upon their field of specialization. 

NCU has been able to maintain excellent year-on-year placement record with over 90% of eligible students getting jobs with the best of the corporate sector. All the leading MNCs and Indian companies visit the University for Campus Placements. It includes names like Deloitte, EY Global Delivery, McKinsey, Fidelity, Intel, Newgen, TCS, Gartner, Protiviti, Orange, Ericsson, Reliance Communications, British Telecom, Siemens, Daikin, Airtel, Maruti, Nagarro, CB&I and many more.

NCU calls for Excellence and Quality in institutions of higher learning

PROF. PREM VRAT

Pro – Chancellor, Prof. of Eminence & Chief Mentor, 

The NorthCap University, Gurugram

The International Conclave on ‘India: The Global Destination for Higher Education’ held at New Delhi on 10 June 2017 was organized by IIT Kharagpur Alumni Foundation (India) in collaboration with Pan IIT Alumni India. Prof. Prem Vrat, Pro-Chancellor, NCU presented the Theme Paper wherein he elaborated on the urgent need of ushering in an atmosphere of Excellence and Quality in our institutions of higher learning. 

Prof. Prem Vrat spoke about the education system at the Nalanda University which attracted scholars from all over the world in ancient times. Prof. Prem Vrat was of the view that if India could once again adopt the same systems and provide quality learning it would be able to stop the exodus of students seeking quality higher education abroad and also attract the best scholars and once again become a ‘Global Destination for Higher Learning’. Prof. Prem Vrat was of the opinion that there should be no age bar for teachers, there should be no discrimination among students 

The conclave was attended by Directors from IITs, IIMs, NITs, IIITs and Chancellors/Vice-Chancellors of reputed government and private universities that have the potential to attract foreign students. Some top policy makers, academicians, and corporate leaders also attended the conclave. Minister of State Higher Education Dr Mahendra Nath Pandey inaugurated the conclave as the Chief Guest and HRD Minister Mr Prakash Javadekar addressed audience through Video telecast. 

The event was well covered in the media with some magazines like ‘Dialogue India’ covered his speech extensively in their July 2017 edition. 

The recommendations in the conclave are being collated to be forwarded to MHRD.

Outreach Activities of Brig. S.K. Sharma (Retd.), Pro Vice Chancellor July - 2017

Pro Vice Chancellor, Brig. S.K. Sharma

Pro Vice Chancellor, Brig. S.K. Sharma (Retd.) has attended the two days National Convention on Digital Initiatives on Higher Education on 9-10 July 2017 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 

Three major initiatives in Digitally delivered education i.e. SWAYAM, SWAYAM PRABHA and the National Academic Depository (NAD) were launched. 

Swayam is a Free Online Education Portal which currently is offering 323 courses and can be accessed at swayam.gov.in. Likewise, Swayam Prabha is the DTH version of Swayam delivering the courses through 32 Television Channels. Thirdly, the NAD which NCU is adopting from 2017-18 on-wards will provide a ‘Digital Locker’ to each student where all his/her academic records will be held in safety and available for downloading. Students will not have to carry their important documents around. 

During the National Convention, Pro Vice Chancellor delivered presentation on NCU Digital Initiatives to the Vice Chancellors of Private Universities in presence of the Hon’ble Minister HRD; Chairman UGC and Secretary MHRD. NCU presentation on Digital Initiatives of our University was one of ten selected Pan India presentations for delivering during the National Convention.

NCU Faculty at the National Roads & Highways Summit 2017

Mr Shubham Bansal, Dept of Civil & Environmental Engineering, NCU attended the ‘National Roads & Highways Summit 2017’ on 6 July 2017 at PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, New Delhi. Mr Sanjiv Nair, IAS, Director General, NECTAR, GOI enlightened the distinguished guests about the MoU signed by NHAI with ISRO and NECTAR for the use of spatial technology for monitoring and managing National Highways. Addressing the businessmen at the occasion, the Chief Guest, Mr Sanjay Jaju, (IAS) Director (A&F) NHIDCL, GOI spoke about the prevailing situation of the Highway sector in India. He encouraged them to invest more in the Highway infrastructure as it was a sector with great significance in the economic development of the country. Mr Jaju also spoke about the two organizations, ‘Infrastructure Equipment Council’ and ‘Constructors Skill Council’ which provide training for skill development. 

Mr Rajeev Bhatnagar, CEO-Highways, Feedback Infra Pvt Ltd and Mr KK Gupta, Vice President and Head, L&T Construction spoke about the current industry outlook, policy initiatives & regulatory framework in the Roads & Highway sector. Mr Shubham Jain, Vice President-ICRA apprised the guests about the current scenario of infrastructure project financing in India. The Summit was also equipped with networking sessions. 

NCU Emphasizes Importance of Aligning Engineering Education with Business Needs

Brig. SK Sharma

Pro Vice-Chancellor, 

The NorthCap University, Gurugram

In an exclusive interview of eminent ‘Visionary Leaders’ conducted by CSR-GHRDC published under the title ‘In conversation with the Beacons of Engineering Education’ in their Special July 2017 issue, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Brig. SK Sharma (Retd.) offered his insights and perspectives on how Engineering education can be made more effective and relevant in the 21st century. He shared his views on how Engineering education can be made more innovative, flexible and responsive and how engineering colleges are aligning engineering education with business needs of today’s global market.

He stressed on the importance of acquiring soft skills in engineering education as an engineer today does not work in a vacuum but in a multidisciplinary team. He highlighted the initiatives taken by The NorthCap University (NCU), Gurugram by running courses to develop soft skills such as Communication Skills, Personality Development, Human Values and Ethics. He emphasized on the importance of extra-curricular activities and student led clubs that hone talents, encourage leadership and build teamwork skills of students.