Dignitaries at IIT-Bhubaneswar convocation
XIM University, Bhubaneswar, hosted its 12th postgraduate convocation on the new campus on Friday, awarding 813 degrees, including six doctoral and 807 postgraduate qualifications, across its various schools.The graduating batch comprised students from disciplines such as business management, human resource management, rural management, sustainability, business finance, urban management, law and economics. Top rank holders from each programme were felicitated with medals for academic excellence.Nikhil Sawhney, vice-chairman and managing director of Triveni Turbine Ltd, attended the ceremony as chief guest.
An alumnus of the University of Cambridge and The Wharton School, Sawhney has played a key role in advancing global sustainable energy solutions. The university conferred upon him an honorary doctorate in business management in recognition of his contributions to industry and sustainability.Vice-chancellor Fr K S Casimir presented the annual report, outlining the institution’s achievements and its focus on equipping students with skills for a rapidly evolving global economy.
In his convocation address, Sawhney urged graduates to embrace innovation and uphold ethical leadership as they step into professional life.IIT B confers degrees on 802 studentsIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar held its 14th convocation on Saturday, awarding degrees to 802 students across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes for the academic year 2024-25.The graduating batch included 96 PhD scholars (12%), 177 MTech students (22%), 96 MSc students (12%), 102 dual degree (BTech and MTech) recipients (13%) and 325 BTech graduates (41%).
The ceremony marked a significant milestone for students, faculty and families.V S Ramamurthy, Padma Bhushan awardee and former secretary of the department of science and technology, Govt of India, attended as the chief guest. Emphasising the importance of excellence, he urged students to remain committed to quality in whatever they pursue. Shreepad Karmalkar, director of IIT Bhubaneswar, highlighted the institute’s progress in research, innovation, industry-academia collaboration and its expanding startup ecosystem.DPS Kalinga successDelhi Public School (DPS) Kalinga has recorded an outstanding performance in the CBSE Class X Board Examinations 2026, with students delivering stellar results across subjects.Leading the batch, Anwesha Mohanty secured an impressive 99.8%, emerging as the second topper at both the national and state levels. Akshara Rai followed as the second-highest scorer in the school with 99.4%. Anupam Sahoo, Anurag Singh and Janwi Behera jointly secured the third position with 99.2% each, while Ashneel Routray stood fourth with 99%.The school reported that as many as 102 students scored 90% and above. Pro vice-chairperson Mala Mishra, principal Suvabrata Mukherjee lauded their dedication and hard work.St Xavier’s records 100%St Xavier’s Senior Secondary School, Nayabazar, Cuttack has achieved a perfect pass rate in the CBSE Class X Board Examinations 2026, with all 205 students clearing the exams.The school reported an impressive overall performance, with 24 students scoring above 95%, 56 securing more than 90% and 78 students achieving above 80%.
Partha Pritam Pati emerged as the school topper with an outstanding 99.6%, which is also the highest score recorded in Cuttack and the district this year. Adyadha Biswal and Kirtiraj Pradhan jointly secured the second position with 97.8% each, followed by Sonakshi Lenka with 97.6%.FMU celebrates ‘Unnmesh’The postgraduate council of Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, organised its annual festival 2025-26, Unnmesh, with enthusiasm and active participation from students across departments.The event was held under the chairmanship of vice-chancellor Santosh Kumar Tripathy, who in his presidential address stressed the importance of blending academics with literature, culture and sports for the holistic development of students.Mahendra Kumar Mohanty, vice-chancellor of Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University, Baripada, attended as the chief guest. He highlighted the role of literary, cultural and sports activities in shaping well-rounded individuals.
