SAF India Introduction and News

News UMCSAJ, Chennai - 16th August 2025

Science Colloquium – ‘From Science to Science Journalism’

Colloquium organized by Asian College of Journalism with The Peninsula Foundation on ‘Iran-Israel War: The changing security and strategic landscape of the Middle East’

News UMCSAJ, Chennai - 4th July 2025

Renowned Journalist Mr. Aman Sethi Returns to Alma Mater Asia College of Journalism ACJ to Deliver Special Module

Mr. Aman Sethi, an alumnus of the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), is a distinguished Indian journalist and writer, currently serving as the Editor-in-Chief of openDemocracy.

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 2nd July 2025

UMSGET and UMCSAWM co-host the First International Conference on Energy and Water for Sustainable Environment (ICEWSE 2025)

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy and Technology(UMSGET), Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India and UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre for South Asia Water Management (UMCSAWM), Department of Civil Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka are set to co-host the First International Conference on Energy and Water for Sustainable Environment (ICEWSE 2025) on 30 September and 01 October 2025. This landmark event aims to unite global experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore and advance innovative solutions in sustainable energy and water management.

News UMSGET, PU, Pondicherry University, India - 10th June 2025

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy & Technology (UMSGET), Pondicherry University Celebrates World Environment Day2025

In an inspiring initiative led by Prof. P. Prakash Babu, Vice Chancellor and conceptualized by Dr. Arun Prasath, Director of UMSGET, the UNESCO Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy and Technology proudly celebrated World Environment Day 2025 with a meaningful and impactful video production. The celebration highlights the institution’s steadfast commitment to sustainable innovation and environmental stewardship.

Testimony UMCSAJ, ACJ, Chennai, India - 5th May 2025

SAF Scholar Ms Bidhya Rai from Nepal Pays Heartfelt Tribute to UMCSAJ, ACJ on Completion of 25th Batch

Bidhya Rai, a SAF Scholar from Nepal and a proud graduate of the 25th batch of the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), has expressed her deep appreciation for the transformative academic experience she received at ACJ. In a moving message addressed to Chairperson Mr. Sashi Kumar and Registrar Ms. Sudha Gopalakrishnan, she reflected on the immense value of her ten-month journey at one of South Asia’s premier journalism institutions.

News Delhi India - 1st February 2025

In Memoriam: Navin B. Chawla, A Visionary Leader and Compassionate Humanitarian

The nation mourns the passing of Mr. Navin B. Chawla, Former Chief Election Commissioner of India and Chairperson of the South Asia Foundation-India (SAF-India). He passed away on February 1, 2025, leaving behind an enduring legacy of service, compassion, and leadership.

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 10th December 2024

Madame France Marquet, Principal Trustee of MSF and Mr Timothy Curtis, Director and UNESCO Representative visit UMSGET

In a momentous gathering aimed at fostering global collaboration and intellectual growth, Madam France Madame France Marquet, the Principal Trustee of the Madanjeet Singh Foundation (MSF), and Mr. Tim curtis, Director and Representative for the UNESCO Regional office for South Asia met with the current batch of scholars and Prof. Arun Prasath, Director of UMSGET (UNESCO Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy Technologies), on Tuesday.

News Republica, The New york Times - 8th December 2024

Art as a bridge: SAF Exhibition celebrates South Asian unity

Speaking directly to the artists in attendance, Prof Hashmi challenged them to think deeply about the purpose of their work, “Every artist should ask themselves, 'Who is this for? Why am I doing this? Does it impact anyone’s life?' At that point, they create an audience for themselves."

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 9th May 2024

UNESCO Chair Established in UNESCO Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies,PU to promote green & clean Energy Technologies

The 16th UNESCO Chair in India on “Renewable and Clean Energy for Sustainable Development” has been established in the Department of Green Energy Technology, Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies at Pondicherry University. The chair is to promote greener and cleaner energy technologies (solar, wind, biomass, hydro, ocean, green hydrogen, etc.) to mitigate the global issues such as climate change, global warming...

News Lodhi Road, Delhi, India - 23rd April 2024

UMISAA Alumnus Mr. Sivasubramaniam Kajendran to Exhibit Artwork at Alliance Française Delhi's Galerie Romain Rolland

The Cult of Consciousness’ ; A group show comprising of six artists. The show runs from the 9th of May until the 19th at Alliance Français Delhi’s Galerie Romain Rolland. ...