IPL 2026: Virat Kohli Asks RCB Teammates About Challenges Ahead As They Defend Title
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru: As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) get ready to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title, their former captain and star batter Virat Kohli has warned the side of the challenging times ahead for them in the 19th edition of the competition, which will start on March 28. RCB, who won their maiden IPL title in the 2025 edition, will start their defence of the title with a clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on March 28. They will then take on five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in another home clash on April 5 in the first leg of the competition. The RCB have started their preparatory camp in Bengaluru on Saturday with the first training session at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. India's star batsman, Virat Kohli, warned his RCB teammates that the 2026 IPL season would be more challenging; since they are the defending champions, other teams would redouble their efforts to defeat them, according to reports on Saturday. During the team's first practice session, Kohli spoke to a small group consisting mostly of Indian players and urged them to give their absolute best in the coming weeks. We worked really hard over the last two to three seasons to achieve what we did last year, and it's only going to get tougher because other teams are going to come hard at us, Kohli told his teammates. The new players were earlier welcomed to the squad by head coach Andy Flower before Virat Kohli gave them a pep talk in the first practice session. The former India captain, who ranks high on the all-time scorers' list in the IPL, emphasised urgency from day one, We don't waste these days. We stay ahead. So, switch on now. Let's not waste even a minute of any session that we are a part of. We must give our 120 per cent for these two and a half months. RCB have strengthened their squad in the auction, picking players like Venkatesh Iyer, Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal, and Satvik Deswal to their squad at the auction. Head coach Flower expressed satisfaction with the squad assembled after the auction, saying the franchise had strengthened key areas. RCB have strengthened their squad in the auction, picking players like Venkatesh Iyer, Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal, and Satvik Deswal to their squad at the auction. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Flower said the team would embrace the challenge rather than dwell on past success. There is one difference this year: we've got a star on our shirt. That's a very proud feeling for all RCB fans. But that season is gone. Now we have a new challenge ahead, and it's an exciting one. We're here to win this year's IPL, he added. Article Source: IANS
No Place For Phil Salt In Ex-India Star's Predicted XI For Royal Challengers Bengaluru
RCB has not made big changes to their squad ahead of the new season, but some good additions of Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, and Jacob Bethell, along with Devdutt Padikkal looking in great touch ahead of the season.
It is only going to get tougher: Virat's pep talk to team ahead of RCB's title defence
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have begun their title defense preparations with a motivational address from Virat Kohli. Kohli urged his team to stay focused and give their all during training, emphasizing the increased challenge ahead.
IPL 2026: Wasim Jaffer Names RCB Playing XI Ahead Of Opener, Excludes Phil Salt
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer has picked his strongest playing XI of the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, which is set to commence on March 28. RCB has not made big changes to their squad ahead of the new season, but some good additions of Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, and Jacob Bethell, along with Devdutt Padikkal looking in great touch ahead of the season, have created a dilemma for the team management while selecting their playing XI. In a video shared on X, Jaffer, who has previously worked with Punjab Kings in the IPL, has gone with former captain Virat Kohli and young batter Bethell, who was in great form during the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026, to open the innings for RCB. He has dropped Phil Salt, who played a big role in RCB's triumph last year. Salt is going through a lean patch and scored just 130 runs in 8 matches in the World Cup, which includes a half-century. The former India opener and domestic cricket stalwart has put captain Rajat Patidar on third and all-rounder Venkatesh on 4th position, claiming that it gives RCB a left-hand right-hand combination at the top. At No.5, Jaffer put Tim David, who is playing a good role for Australia in the middle-order, and selected Jitesh Sharma as the wicketkeeper and finisher. West Indies dasher Romario Shephard, who can hit big sixes, and Krunal Pandya, who played a crucial role in RCB's maiden IPL triumph, are the two all-rounders in his playing XI. Jaffer, who has won Ranji Trophy titles with Mumbai and Vidarbha, decided to go with Nuwan Thushara as a replacement for Australian Josh Hazlewood, who is set to miss the opening matches of the season. He will be supported by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yash Dayal in the fast bowling. The 48-year-old selected spinner Suyash Sharma as the Impact Player. West Indies dasher Romario Shephard, who can hit big sixes, and Krunal Pandya, who played a crucial role in RCB's maiden IPL triumph, are the two all-rounders in his playing XI. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact player: Suyash Sharma. Article Source: IANS
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Kolkata Knight Riders: Indias cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar, former cricketers and brothers Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, and several other members of the cricketing fraternity extended their heartfelt wishes to their family, friends, and fans on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr is one of the most important festivals in Islam, celebrated worldwide to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It falls on the first day of Shawwal (the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar) and is determined by the sighting of the moon. It symbolises gratitude, self-discipline, and spiritual renewal after a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating. May the spirit of faith, compassion, and generosity guide us all, Tendulkar wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Irfan, meanwhile, wrote, Eid Mubarak to everyone from the Pathan family. May Allah accept all your fasts during Ramadan. His brother, Yusuf, wrote, May Allah accept (good deeds) from you. May this blessed day bring peace, happiness, and endless barakah into our lives. Mohammad Kaif also shared pictures of the celebrations with his family, writing, Aap sabhi ko Eid Mubarak! Former India legend V.V.S. Laxman, the head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, wrote in his social media post, May this Eid bring happiness, good health, and prosperity to all. Eid Mubarak! Mohammad Kaif also shared pictures of the celebrations with his family, writing, Aap sabhi ko Eid Mubarak! Also Read: Live Cricket Score The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League will commence on March 28, when defending champions RCB host SRH at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the schedule for the first 20 matches, to be played across 10 venues: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. Article Source: IANS
'Things Will Be Tougher': Virat Kohli's Big Warning For RCB Teammates Ahead Of IPL 2026
The IPL 2026 season will kick off on March 28, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squaring off against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2
AMFA Senior Women's League champions of the season 2024 25, FC Imphal are all set for the Indian Women's League 2 challenge beginning in Bengaluru on March 21 Ahead of the second tier domestic league tournament for women, the managing committee of the Imphal based club hosted a kit distribution cum blessing ceremony for the team today at Mayai Koibi The 30 member team, including five officials, are managed by Ayingbi Lukram The officials also include chief coach Pukhrambam Vivekananda assistant coaches Samjetshabam Hemarani and Tensubam Sunanda and Salam Roshan br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 03 Imphal 20260321 jpg border 1 alt FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2 td tr tr td align center FC Imphal raring to go in Indian Women's League 2 td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br The team to be captained by Th Bhumika with the assistance of vice captain, L Santhoi were encouraged by the managing committee of the club during the function today following their 9 month training in Andro after they lifted the title of the AMFA Senior Women's League champions of the season 2024 25 last year Notably, the team also secured the U 19 Women's League conducted by the All Manipur Football Association earlier this year The team largely feature local players and two from outside the State one from Assam and one from Madhya Pradesh Speaking at the occasion, Ayingbi Lukram said that the team have undertaken a 9 month long training camp in Andro that was intensified in the beginning of the march and are all prepared to face any challenges She also expressed hope that the team will certainly produced dominating performances in all the departments and come out victorious in the preliminary round Group C to be held in Bengaluru where they will face New Alipore Suruchi Sangha West Bengal on March 25, MGM Ambush Club Chhattisgarh on March 27 and Kemp Football Club Karnataka Bengaluru on March 29 Ayingi also lauded the vital contributions provided by two local giants Eastern Sporting Union and Young Welfare Club in the formation and the preparation of the team As the team gear up to represent Manipur in the second tier club tournament, Ayingbi also urged all sports enthusiasts of the State to join in praying and wishing the players to perform well and help the team return with flying colours Notably, the winners and the runners up teams of the tournament will earn promotion to the Indian Women's League Source The Sangai Express
RCB's strongest XI for IPL 2026: Kohli to open, Padikkal vs Iyer in focus
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have retained a strong core of 17 players for IPL 2026, entering the season as titleholders for the first time. The predicted playing XI features a blend of established stars and new additions, with Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar (C) leading the charge.
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Virat Kohli unleashes stunning aerial hits as RCB prepare for IPL title defence
Virat Kohli is back in the nets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He is preparing for the upcoming Indian Premier League season. RCB begins its title defence on March 28 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Kohli aims to break more batting records and reach new milestones in the tournament. He is a key player for his team's success.
Sri Lanka Cricket: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Friday that its players will only be cleared to participate in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) after completing mandatory physical performance tests. SLC added that Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis and Dushmantha Chameera have received their No Objection Certificates (NOCs), while the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, and Eshan Malinga will join their respective franchises after clearing their fitness tests, most probably in the coming week. Only those who successfully meet the required standards of the physical performance tests will be cleared to participate in the ongoing domestic tournament and also granted an NOC to take part in IPL 2026. Accordingly, Dushmantha Chameera, Pathum Nissanka, and Kamindu Mendis, who have successfully completed their physical performance tests, have been issued NOCs to participate in the IPL. Nuwan Thusharas eligibility for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to participate in the IPL will be subject to the outcome of his Physical Performance Test. Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, and Matheesha Pathirana, who have requested NOCs to participate in IPL 2026, are yet to undergo the Physical Performance Test, as they are still undergoing rehabilitation to recover from injuries sustained. The respective players will undergo the tests upon completion of their recovery and rehabilitation programs, said SLC in a statement on Friday. With IPL 2026 to begin on March 28, Chameera and Nissanka will now link up with Delhi Capitals, while Mendis will join Sunrisers Hyderabad. Pathirana, who is to turn out for Kolkata Knight Riders, has been on the sidelines after a hamstring injury ruled him out of Sri Lankas campaign in the mid-way of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup. Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad), and Thushara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) also missed the World Cup at various stages due to injuries to hamstring, shoulder and broken left thumb. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) wishes to announce that players who have requested to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC) only upon successfully passing SLCs mandatory Physical Performance Test. Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad), and Thushara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) also missed the World Cup at various stages due to injuries to hamstring, shoulder and broken left thumb. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Along with this program, players are also undergoing the mandatory physical performance tests, a routine process followed to check the fitness standards of the players, added SLC. Article Source: IANS
What are the safety overhauls M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has seen? | Decode Karnataka
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Bengaluru second airport: Tender floated for feasibility, strategy report, says Minister Patil
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IISc Bengaluru Announces Recruitment for 35 Positions Including Senior Engineer
Bengaluru, March 20: A golden opportunity has emerged for those aspiring to work at one of Indias premier educational and research institutions, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru. The institute has released an official notification for the recruitment of a total of 35 positions, including Senior Engineer. The online application process for these ... Read more IISc Bengaluru Announces Recruitment for 35 Positions Including Senior Engineer
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MAHE Introduces 'MAGIC' to Power AI-Driven Academic and Administrative Transformation
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, today announced the launch of MAGIC (MAHE Agentic Intelligent Console), a major step in its digital transformation journey designed to introduce AI-powered agentic systems across both academic and administrative ecosystems of the university. The launch of MAHE MAGIC marks a significant milestone in MAHEs technology-driven evolution. The MAGIC platform represents the universitys transition from traditional reactive digital systems to proactive AI-enabled systems, enabling automation, intelligent insights, and improved decision-making for faculty, students, and administrators. The initiative builds on MAHEs digital transformation program initiated in 2023 to modernise institutional processes and services. Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.) Vice Chancellor, MAHE, inaugurates the launch of the MAHE Agentic Intelligent Console (MAGIC) with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp at Manipal on 20 March The initiative is being implemented by Manipal Academy of Higher Education in collaboration with leading global technology partners, including Microsoft, Salesforce, Deloitte, PwC, and Hitachi. Senior leadership from MAHE, technology partners, faculty representatives, and administrative teams participated in the initiative rollout and strategic discussions around the adoption of AI-driven platforms in higher education. MAGIC is designed to introduce intelligent AI agents across critical university functions. The system will initially deploy five AI agents within the Student Life Cycle Management (SLCM) platform, enabling automated support for routine academic processes such as timetable creation, attendance management, exam planning, and performance insights. Beyond academics, AI agents will also transform operational workflows across admissions, procurement, finance, HR, and support services, helping reduce processing time, improve efficiency, and enhance user experience. The platform will also introduce research-support agents capable of scanning academic databases, summarising literature, and suggesting citations, enabling researchers to focus on innovation rather than administrative tasks. "In addition, AI-driven systems will support prospective students by streamlining admissions and application processing, and offering selective candidate issuance within minutes." AI-powered support agents will also provide 24/7 assistance, reducing wait times and improving response efficiency. MAHE plans to deploy more than 50 AI agents across academic and administrative functions over the next two years, creating an integrated AI ecosystem within the university. Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.), Vice Chancellor, MAHE, said, MAGIC represents a transformative step in our digital evolution. By integrating agentic AI across our academic and administrative ecosystems, we aim to create a proactive and intelligent university environment where technology supports both educators and learners in achieving excellence. Arundhati Bhattacharya, President & CEO, South Asia at Salesforce, said, The integration of AI agents within higher education institutions like MAHE showcases the potential of intelligent digital platforms to transform learning, research, and institutional operations. We are proud to support MAHE in building an AI-driven ecosystem that empowers students, faculty, and administrators. Ashwin Ballal, Leader, Deloitte India, said, MAHEs MAGIC initiative represents a forward-looking step in the digital evolution of higher education institutions. By integrating agentic AI into core academic and administrative systems, MAHE is building a scalable, intelligent ecosystem that enhances efficiency, decision-making, and the user experience for students, faculty, and administrators. We are proud to support MAHE in this transformative journey. With the launch of MAGIC, MAHE is strengthening its position as a technology-driven global university, advancing towards a future where AI, automation, and emerging technologies such as quantum computing will play a central role in higher education. The initiative reinforces MAHEs commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and enhanced academic experiences, enabling students and faculty to collaborate with intelligent systems and shaping a new model for digitally empowered universities. About Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University, offering over 400 specialisations across Health Sciences, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Technology & Science. MAHE operates through its constituent institutions across campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. Renowned for its academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and impactful research contributions, MAHE has earned strong national and international recognition. In 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, conferred MAHE with the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE continues to be a preferred destination for students seeking a transformative learning experience and vibrant campus life, as well as for national and multinational organisations seeking top talent.
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PBKS haven't Achieved Their Goal Yet, We Must Cross The Finish Line This Time: Suryansh Shedge
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Punjab Kings batting all-rounder Suryansh Shedge said the franchise hasnt achieved its goal yet of winning the title after becoming runners-up in IPL 2025, adding that the squad heads into the upcoming season with unfinished business firmly on their minds. PBKS reached only its second IPL final in 2025 but fell short by six runs to eventual champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Ahmedabad. We haven't achieved our goal yet. So I think we'll go in with the same mindset again this year. I think all of us talked to each other in some way or the other and brought that topic up. Directly nahi hoi wo baat (The talk didnt happen directly). But I think all of us have spoken to each other about the fact that we just fell short and how we have to cross the finish line this time, Shedge told IANS in an exclusive conversation, facilitated by JSW Sports. Shedge, who had five IPL appearances in the 2025 season (though he didnt get to post any noteworthy performance, wasted no time since the season ended. Playing domestic games for Mumbai in both senior and U23 teams has kept him sharp. It's like in the last month, I've played about three to four red-ball matches. So I'm trying to sneak in a lot of wide-ball sessions also in between. It's working well for now, but the preps started last year after the IPL ended, so I don't think I have to rush anything. It's like a process, so I think it's on the right track. Aside from being in a thriving PBKS atmosphere, Shedge had a memorable moment when he met his childhood idol Virat Kohli. From looking at him playing on the screen to sharing the ground with him, it was surreal and unbelievable a few times. But I think watching him go about his business, even in practice sessions, I learnt a lot about how professional he is and the energy he brings. But the first time when I met him, when I was shaking his hand, I couldn't believe it. I was jittery and had goosebumps because he's been my idol since I started playing cricket. So it was a very, it was a huge moment for me personally, in terms of my cricketing career, because I always dreamt of playing alongside him, and I think let's keep it at that. The pre-season camp in Udaipur earlier this year also gave Shedge time to spend with fellow Mumbaikar and new spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule. So basically, I think we have a couple of guys who are new in the coaching staff. I know Sairaj sir really well because he's from Mumbai. It was really good to work with him in that camp. I had a lot of good interactions with him regarding my bowling and batting because he's been around the IPL circuit for a number of years now, and he has that experience in him. So it was great learning things from him. Secondly, because you meet your teammates after a year so I think it's good to have such camps because then you can rekindle and talk to your teammates and build that rapport with them again. Being in the high-pressure environment in the IPL gave tonnes of lessons to Shedge. I feel like controlling your emotions is one thing when you're playing a high-stakes game. It's like if your emotions go up and down, you might not perform at your best. So that's one thing I've learnt. Secondly, situational awareness I've always given 100 per cent to my team since I was a young child. But I hate losing so I think that final also taught us a lot as a team and me as an individual, he said. Though Shedge captained Mumbai on a tour of England and earned India A selection, Shedge said his internal preparation has been the real work in progress. I think life remains the same the preparations get tougher and you're a bit more hard on yourself because you can see that goal and that goal is in reach. You're so close yet so far. So I think you try to work harder, and I think it has helped me in that way. The acceptance part is accepting that you need to improve on something and these are your strengths; this is what you need to improve on. I think that has given me a lot of clarity of where I stand right now. The hyper, win-at-all-costs kid from Mumbai is being steadily replaced by steady patience, which Shedge said wasnt the case a few years ago. I don't think that was the case if you ask me two, three years back. I was always this hyper kid, and I've always wanted to win, as I said. So I didn't know how to control my emotions. I think once you grow up and you start to see what is working for you and what's not working for you, you try to inculcate some changes and work on the things that need to be worked on. I think accepting the fact that I need to work on something helped me a lot. Then, as soon as you notice something, you need to get to work asap. You can't just linger around and let it be for some other day. So I think getting things done in that instant has helped me a lot. I wouldn't say I'm a patient guy. There's a lot of scope of improvement right now, but I think I'm on the path to becoming a patient human being. Much of PBKS unlikely run to the final last year, Shedge believes, was built on a dressing room environment created by Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer who share a good rapport from their Delhi Capitals days. When everyone on the team comes together and has one similar goal, beautiful things happen. Since we started getting together for camps before last year's IPL, I think the goal was pretty clear. When you have a support staff that is for the players, they want to support the players, and I think it makes a huge difference. The relationship of Ricky sir and Shreyas bhai also I think they go way back during the Delhi Capitals time also. So I think that helped us because they were familiar with each other and they were more often than not on the same page. The environment always was light because Arshdeep (Singh) paaji was also there. He likes having a few laughs, and it was always a good time. So that's why we did really well. For Shedge, who shot into the limelight by being a vital cog in Mumbai winning the 2024/25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he ended the recent domestic season without silverware and was candid about how he fared in it. Our goal was to lift all the three trophies, but that couldn't happen. Nevertheless, I think we performed very well as a group. Sometimes things just don't click so it's like it was one of those years. Everyone was on the same page and was working hard. There were a lot of contributions from each and every individual in different games. But sometimes it just doesn't happen. So now we know what we need to improve on, and we can go in better prepared for next season. Personally for me also, I feel like in whatever opportunities I got, I could have done better. So as I said, the acceptance part, and that's how we grow. I wouldn't call it losing or failing. We were just learning as a group and I as an individual. Everyone was on the same page and was working hard. There were a lot of contributions from each and every individual in different games. But sometimes it just doesn't happen. So now we know what we need to improve on, and we can go in better prepared for next season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Then, making an impact, contributing to my team's victory has always been very important, and I think I'll try to do that this year. In whichever way I can help my team, I'll try to help them, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh , the countrys first private AI-augmented multidisciplinary university located in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, has taken a significant step in the healthcare sector by officially launching the Centre of Excellence in Smart Healthcare to support and strengthen the UP-state vision of AI in healthcare. Chandigarh University Senior Management & Dr. Rahul K. Singh, CEO, Innovation Cell, along with others inaugurating the Smart Healthcare Centre of Excellence at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh On this occasion, Uttar Pradeshs Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Social Welfare and former IPS officer Aseem Arun also joined the event virtually and appreciated Chandigarh University, UPs efforts in the field of AI, as well as the establishment of the Smart Healthcare Centre of Excellence. The CoE will be led by Dr. Thipendra P Singh, Professor of AI and Pro Vice Chancellor, CU UP. On the occasion, AI Ethics Training Program was launched by the university. The AI Ethics Program was launched in collaboration with upGrad under CU UP's AI literacy initiative, reinforcing its commitment to responsible and inclusive AI adoption. Through this program, Chandigarh University, UP, will train 1.50 lakh youth from Uttar Pradesh in the next five years for the responsible use of AI. The state-of-the-art CoE will be powered by the advanced AI space at CU UP with computing power of 168 GB GPU memory of by NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture. The short-term goals of the Centre of Excellence in Smart Healthcare will be Research collaboration with hospitals to validate models, research projects and research publications. The CoE will also assist five AI startups in the next two years. The CoE will focus on emerging areas such as medical imaging and diagnosticsincluding X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, along with predictive analytics, precision medicine, and large healthcare datasets, promoting technology-led research and innovation in healthcare services. By integrating advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, and other emerging computing tools, the center aims to enable smarter, more efficient, and accessible healthcare solutions. The centre of excellence will promote collaboration with healthcare providers, hospitals and other stakeholders to integrate AI-driven solutions into existing healthcare systems and workflows, while advancing research, education and training in the field of smart healthcare. The university also hosted a one-day national symposium on the theme AI in Governance: Policy, Practice and People-Centric Transformation. The symposium aimed to deliberate on the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping modern governance systems and enhancing citizen-centric public services. Two panel discussions on AI Use Cases in Government: From Vision to Implementation and Roadmap for AI-Enabled Governance were held where experts from industry and academia brainstormed on the theme. Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is also working towards creating new opportunities in AI-driven governance and healthcare in the state. The university plans to introduce training programs, certification courses, and executive education initiatives related to AI and digital governance for government officials, which will encourage the adoption of emerging technologies in public administration. The initiative will also provide students with opportunities to address real-world governance challenges through AI-based governance projects, internships, hackathons, and policy labs. The university aims to develop its campus as a testing ground for AI-driven solutions in emerging areas such as smart city management, healthcare governance, and digital public services. The event was attended by the Chief Guest Amitabh Tewari, Head of Tata Consultancy Services (Lucknow and Indore); Special Guest Rahul Kumar Singh, CEO of the Innovation Cell at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences. The program was also attended by leading experts from academia and industry, including Sandeep Joshi, Regional Head at TCS; Dr. Mansaf Alam, Professor at Jamia Millia Islamia, among others. The Chief guest, Amitabh Tewari said, The emergence of Chandigarh University in Uttar Pradesh is a significant step towards building a strong education-led innovation ecosystem. As seen in cities like Bengaluru and Chennai, robust academic institutions play a critical role in driving industry growth. With its world-class infrastructure and focus on AI and innovation, CU-UP has the potential to become a key growth hub, fostering entrepreneurship, creating intellectual property, and contributing meaningfully to Indias vision of a developed nation . Special Guest, Dr. Rahul K Singh said, " In todays era, AI is largely driven by data, and when it comes to healthcare, the responsibility becomes even more critical. The initiative by Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, to establish a Centre of Excellence for Smart Healthcare is truly commendable. It is essential that AI solutions reaching patients are clinically validated, safe, and led by doctors. Incubation centers, especially in Uttar Pradesh, play a key role in supporting startups with the right data and guidance to build innovative and reliable solutions. At the same time, ethical AI and data protection have become highly important, especially with evolving regulations that emphasize responsible data usage. Such symposiums provide a valuable platform where engineers, doctors, management professionals, and policymakers come together to discuss the responsible and impactful use of AI in healthcare. " Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Thipendra P Singh, Pro Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University , said, Today, both healthcare and governance sectors are undergoing a major technological transformation, and artificial intelligence has emerged as a key driver of this change. The establishment of the Centre of Excellence in Smart Healthcare at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, reflects our commitment to leveraging technology to make healthcare services more accessible, efficient, and impactful for society. The centre will promote research and innovation in areas such as medical imaging, AI-driven diagnostics, healthcare data analytics, and predictive healthcare. It will not only enable our students to learn advanced technologies but also empower them to develop solutions to real-world healthcare challenges . I am confident that this initiative will further strengthen the Uttar Pradesh Governments vision of smart healthcare and technology-driven governance. Our objective is not merely to award degrees. In the age of artificial intelligence, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, aims to play the role of a thought leader while nurturing future leaders who can develop innovative solutions for society, industry, and public systems. As the countrys first AI-augmented private university, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is building an ecosystem where education, research, and industry converge to create the next generation of health-tech innovators, policy experts, and technology leaders. I firmly believe that in the coming years, Uttar Pradesh will emerge as a major hub for AI and innovation . Moving forward in this direction, today we have launched the AI Ethics Training Program. Initiated in collaboration with Upgrad, this special program aims to train over 150,000 youth across the country in the responsible and ethical use of AI over the next five years, while also playing a significant role in enhancing AI literacy, he added. About Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow) Envisioned to foster a culture of sustainability and empower future global leaders, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, immerses 21st-century learners in a personalised and experiential learning experience, integrating an AI-powered academic model and a multidimensional, futuristic perspective on education. Our Uttar Pradesh campus carries forward the venerable legacy of more than a decade of Chandigarh University, Punjab, which has established itself as India's No. 1 Private University and a torchbearer of groundbreaking pedagogy and research-driven innovation. The AI-augmented new campus offers a broad spectrum of industry-driven futuristic academic programs encompassing data-driven insights, virtual reality experiences, real-world simulations, corporate mentorship, international perspective, interdisciplinary research, cultivation of entrepreneurial spirit, and professional competencies. www.culko.in
