SAF News

News Srilanka, Moratuwa - 7th August 2023

Distinguished Meeting in Sri Lanka: Strengthening SAF Scholarships and Scholar Experiences

During the recent visit of Prof. Salima Hashmi, the esteemed Chairperson of SAF Pakistan to Sri Lanka. brought together a trio of visionary minds: Prof. Hashmi, Ms. Christina Hettiarachchi, a respected Member of the SAF Sri Lanka Advisory Board, and Ms. Swinitha Perera, Secretary of SAF-Sri Lanka. The focal point of their meeting was to discuss the enhancement of SAF scholarships and to address the ongoing journey of current scholars at the UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre for South Asia Water Management (UMCSAWM) and the UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute for South Asian Arts (UMISAA).

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 29th July 2023

Pondicherry University’s Green Energy Department Conducts One-Day Industrial Visit

The Department of Green Energy Technology (DGET) at the Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy Technologies (MSGET), Pondicherry University, successfully organized a one-day industrial visit. This educational trip, supported by the South Asia Foundation (SAF)....

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 20th July 2023

Pondicherry University Hosts 2nd International Conference on the Future of Energy with Science and Technology

Pondicherry University proudly organized the 2nd International Conference on "Future of Energy with Science and Technology." This significant event brought together leading experts, researchers, and academics from around the world to discuss the latest innovations and trends in the energy sector....

News Barefoot Gallery, Colombo - 15th July 2023
News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 14th July 2023

Pondicherry University’s Green Energy Department Conducts One-Day Industrial Visit

The Department of Green Energy Technology (DGET) at the Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy Technologies (MSGET), Pondicherry University, successfully organized a one-day industrial visit. This educational trip, supported by the South Asia Foundation (SAF), provided students with practical exposure to the latest green energy technologies in an industrial setting. The visit was an integral part of the department's ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world applications, offering students valuable insights into sustainable energy practices.

News UMISAA. BNU - 22nd June 2023

Thesis display of Mr Abdul Musavir Mir, Scholar, UNESCO Madanjeet Institute of South Asia Art (UMISAA)

Mr. Abdul Musavir Mir, SAF Scholar with a passion for art, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone in his academic journey. Graduating with distinction from the renowned UNESCO Madanjeet Institute of South Asia Art (UMISAA), Beaconhouse National University. Mr. Mir's dedication and talent have earned him well-deserved recognition duing his graduation at UMISAA.

News Sri Lanka Online paper - 20th June 2023

Visual Art of Sivasubramaniam Kajendran, SAF-Alumnus, UMISAA 2014 from Sri Lanka "NAVIGATING IN THE DEPTHS OF DARKNESS"

Sivasubramaniam Kajendran is a multidisciplinary artist from Sri Lanka. He has been awarded the esteemed UNIESCO scholarship of the Madanjeet Singh Institute for South Asian Art (UMISSA) and has a Master’s degree in Art and Design from the Beaconhouse National University.....

News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 13th June 2023

Mme France Marquet, Principal Trustee, MSF attended the ceremony of UNESCO-Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Prize

2023 Award ceremony of the UNESCO-Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman International Prize for the Creative Economy....

News UMCSAJ, Chennai - 13th June 2023

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre of South Asian Journalism Successfully Completes Admission Process for Academic Year 2023-24

The UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre of South Asian Journalism (UMCSAJ) has successfully concluded its admission process for the academic year 2023-24. The selection of Indian scholars was meticulously carried out, with a strong emphasis on gender priority. The process included a written examination, merit evaluation, and a comprehensive interview.

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 5th June 2023

Pondicherry University Unveils Environmental Sustainability Sticker

On World Environment Day, June 2, 2023, the Department of Green Energy Technology at the Madanjeet Singh School of Green Energy Technologies, Pondicherry University....

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 25th May 2023

Interaction with SAF Scholars (2021-23 Batch), UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Green Energy Technology (UMSGET), Pondicherry University

An informal interaction between SAF Scholars of Green Energy Technology 2021-23 batch, Director of UMSGET, Pondicherry University and the Director of Administration of SAF-India, was held on 22nd May 2023 through virtual mode.

News Pondicherrry University, Puducherry - 3rd May 2023

South Asia Foundation calls for fully paid scholarships for M.Tech in Green Energy Technology UMSGET, Pondicherry University

Nominations are invited from respective SAF Chapters of SAARC countries for admission to two-year regular full-time M.Tech. Green Energy Technology program at the Department of Green Energy Technology, Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies, Pondicherry University, for the Academic Year 2023-24.

News Kathmandu, Nepal - 19th April 2023

UMCDSRC, National College recently observed the birth anniversary of the UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh

The National College recently observed the birth anniversary of the UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh with a commemorative function at the Madanjeet Hall.

News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 19th April 2023

2023 UNESCO Prize for Girl's & Women's Education

The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education honours outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, institutions, and organizations to advance girls’ and women’s education.

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 18th April 2023

Re-announcement: Madanjeet Singh Scholarships for the Academic Year 2023 at the College of Natural Resources, Royal University

The UNESCO Madanjeet Center for South Asia Forestry Studies (UMCSAFS) at College of Natural Resources (CNR), Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) in Lobesa, Punakha, Bhutan, is pleased to announce one candidate each for Madanjeet Singh scholarship from SAARC member countries for twoyears Masters Programme in Natural Resources Management to be undertaken from July 2023 to June 2025.

News South Asia Foundation - 17th April 2023

The South Asia Foundation pays tribute to the memory of its Founder UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh

South Asia Foundation fondly remembers the visionary, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh, author, diplomat, painter, photographer and philanthropist who dedicated his life to the principle of regional cooperation among the countries of South Asia. He is the first Indian in the history of UNESCO to be nominated UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. The South Asia Foundation pays tribute to the memory of its Founder and dedicates itself to achieving his vision for the Region.

News The Hindu, Colombo - 17th April 2023

Sri Lanka at 75 is a failed state, says former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga

Despite possessing enviable social indicators at the time of Independence in 1948, Sri Lanka, at 75, is a “failed state”, former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga said on Sunday.

News Zoom Virtual Plateform Broadcast from Chennai, India - 17th April 2023

UMCSAJ organized a hybrid memorial lecture on 99th Birthday Anniversary of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre of South Asian Journalism (UMCSAJ) organized hybrid Memorial Lecture on 99th Birthday Anniversary of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh

News UMISAA. BNU - 11th April 2023

UMISAA at BNU Lahore is pleased to announce the scholarship for 2023-24 in Art and Design

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute for South Asian Arts (UMISAA) at BNU Lahore is pleased to announce the scholarship for 2023-24 in Art and Design from member countries for BFA (four year undergraduate program) and MAADS ( MA two years program).

News Kathmandu, Nepal - 11th April 2023
News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 10th April 2023
News Ballygunge Place, Kolkata - 5th April 2023

Mr. Aziz Hazara, Alumnus, UMISAA-1st Solo Artwork in Kolkata, India-' No Starting Point for Revolution', Ballygunge Place

Experimenter presents No Starting Point for Revolution, Aziz Hazara’s first solo at the gallery and in the country. Hazara works across the mediums of photography, video, sound and installation...

News 2nd April 2023

UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development

The UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for sustainable development, funded by the Government of Japan, consists of three annual awards of USD 50,000 for each recipient. It was awarded for the first time by the Director-General of UNESCO in November 2015.

News Zoom Virtual Plateform Broadcast from Chennai, India - 31st March 2023
News Bangladesh, Dhaka - 31st March 2023

South Asia Foundation- Bangladesh 2nd Alumni Reunion held in Dhaka

The event was attended by a large number of SAF scholars who finished their higher education in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan

News Bangladesh, Dhaka - 24th March 2023

South Asia Foundation- Bangladesh Alumni Reunion held in Dhaka

The event was attended by a large number of SAF scholars who finished their higher education in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University, India - 6th March 2023

Special Lecture on IEEE Humanitarian Projects at Pondicherry University

The Department of Green Energy Technology at Pondicherry University, under the Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies, recently hosted a SAF-Sponsored special lecture on "IEEE Humanitarian and Sustainable Development Ideas, Projects, and Funding." The event highlighted innovative initiatives and funding opportunities within the IEEE community, focusing on projects that contribute to humanitarian efforts and sustainable development...

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 10th February 2023

Fully paid Madanjeet Singh Scholarships 2023 at UMCSAFS, College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan

The UNESCO Madanjeet Center for South Asia Forestry Studies (UMCSAFS) at College of Natural Resources (CNR), Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) in Lobesa, Punakha, Bhutan, is pleased to announce one candidate each for Madanjeet Singh scholarship from SAARC member countries for twoyears Masters Programme in Natural Resources Management to be undertaken from July 2023 to June 2025.

News Asian College of Journalism (UMCSAJ), Chennai - 10th February 2023
News Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India - 31st January 2023

Pondicherry University showcases green energy solutions at G20-S20 meet

The Department of Green Energy Technology at Pondicherry University organised an exhibition with prototypes and awareness literature on sustainable energy as part of the G20-S20 Inception meeting in the city...

News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 23rd January 2023

Global dialogue: online gendered disinformation

On 25 January 2023 on the occasion of the International Day of Women in Multilateralism, UNESCO is generating a global dialogue to advance effective responses to online gendered disinformation...

Testimony Moratuwa, Sri Lanka - 18th January 2023

Testimony from Mr Prasad Dharmasena, UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of Kashmir Study Alumnus (2009 Batch)

It is with great honor to mention that a simple boy finally became the Director/CEO of National Institute of Plantation Management, Ministry of Plantation Industries,.....

News Paris, France - 15th January 2023

Mme France Marquet, Principal Trustee, MSF with Mrs Zahra & Mr Mohsen Taasha, UMISAA Alumnus during Paris gallery Dominique Fiat

Madam France Marquet met Mrs. Zahra, Artist, Mr Mohsen Taasha,UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute for South Asian Arts (UMISAA) from Afghanistan during her visit to "Paris gallery Dominique Fiat" and upraised there Art works.

News Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India - 13th January 2023
News Moratuwa Universtiy, Sri Lanka - 28th December 2022

General Convocation of the University of Moratuwa held at the BMICH

General Convocation of the University of Moratuwa held on 20th December 2022 at the BMICH. This year, 18 participants from our MSc and PG programs completed their degrees/diplomas....

News Bhutan - 25th December 2022
News UNESCO headquarters, Paris - 14th December 2022

Ms France Marquet with Prof Ramesh Gaur, Dean IGNCA during celebration of International Decade of Indigenous Languages at UNESCO

Mme France Marquet, Trustee MSF with Prof Dr Ramesh Gaur, Dean Indira Gandhi National Center for Arts IGNCA the celebration of International Decade of Indigenous Languages at UNESCO headquarters, Paris

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 9th December 2022

UMSGET organized two days National Conference on Recent Trends in Green Energy Technologies

 A two days National Conference on Recent Trends in Green Energy Technologies, organized by Department of Green Energy Technology, Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies was inaugurated by Prof. Gurmeet Singh, Vice Chancellor of Pondicherry University on Thursday, 8th December 2022.

News UNESCO, New York - 9th December 2022

UN 2023 Water Conference

Side events can be organized in connection with the UN 2023 Water Conference, either in-person or virtually, by Member States, the UN system, Intergovernmental Organizations and accredited non-governmental stakeholders......

In the media Thimpu, Bhutan - 8th December 2022

In Media: South Asian Foundation Bhutan to assist more youth in Bhutan

The 19th Governing Council Meeting of the South Asian Foundation (SAF) decided in Thimphu yesterday to make programmes vibrant in the region for youth. Dignitaries from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal attended the in-person meeting.....

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 7th December 2022

South Asia Foundation- Bhutan's Alumni Meeting held on 6th Dec 2022 at 1800Hrs, Thimphu Bhutan

The Coordinator of Bhutan SAF Alumni Network, Mr. Sonam Tobgay welcomed the participants and expressed gratitude to Madam France for organizing the gathering of the 19 students. He also thanked the MSF and in particular late HE Ambassador Madanjeet Singh for giving the opportunities to undergo scholarship programs in the SARRC region. He also mentioned that

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 7th December 2022
News Thimpu, Bhutan - 6th December 2022

Mr. Manuel Tripura SAF-Bangladesh scholar from UMCSAFS with Mme France Marquet and Mr. Mani Shankar Aiyar

Mr. Manuel Tripura SAF-Bangladesh scholar pursuing for BSc in Forestry Science at UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre For South Asia Forestry Studies (UMCSAFS), College of Natural Resources (CNR), Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) in Lobesa, Punakha, Bhutan during SAF Bhutan Alumni meet with Madam France Marquet, Principal Trustee, Madanjeet Singh Foundation and Mr Mani Shankar Aiyar, Chairman, South Asia Foundation-India.

News Thimphu, Bhutan - 5th December 2022

Annual Governing Council of Madanjeet Singh Foundation held in Bhutan at 1700Hrs on 5 Dec 2022

The Annual Governing Council Meeting of Madanjeet Singh Foundation was held in hybrid mode at 1700 Hrs on 5, Dec 2022 in Thimphu, Bhutan

News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 3rd December 2022
News Paris, France - 22nd November 2022

Mohsin Taasha, SAF Alumni, UMISAA exhibiting art work at A La Galerie Dominique Fiat, Paris on 10 Dec 2022

Mr. Mohsin Taasha SAF Alumnus UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian Arts (UMISAA), Beaconhouse University in Lahore, Pakistan exhibiting his art work at "A La Galerie Dominique Fiat" on 10th December 2022 at 1800Hrs.

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 21st November 2022

South Asia Foundation Sponsors National Conference on Recent Trends in Green Energy Technologies

Two days National Conference Sponsored by South Asia Foundation-India on "Recent Trends in Green Energy Technologies" is designed to deliberate on research and technological development in various renewable energy technologies...

News UNESCO, Headquarters,Paris France - 15th November 2022

Live Broadcast of 14th UNESCO Madanjeet Singh PRIZE for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence

"Non-violence is not a garment to be put on and off at will. Its seat is in the heart, and it must be an inseparable part of our being" - Mahatma Gandhi

News UNESCO Headquaters, Paris - 15th November 2022
News Brussels, Belgium - 14th October 2022

Mme France Marquet, Trustee MSF with UMISAA Alumni Artists Ms. Pem Lham and Ms. Kunzang Wangmo

Madam France Marquet, Trustee, Madanjeet Singh Foundation, attended an Art Exhibition “Healing With Happiness” . The largest overseas art exhibition of Bhutanese artworks to date and has been put together by 68 Artists from Bhutan in which some of UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian Arts Alumni from Bhutan also exhibited their Art works....

News UNESCO, Headquarters,Paris France - 14th October 2022

Mme France Marquet, Trustee MSF with Mrs Angela Melo Director Policies and Programmes UNESCO

UNESCO's e-Platform on Intercultural Dialogue (ICD) is a destination for audiences that want to learn from shared knowledge and experiences, or simply connect with one another to collaborate and exchange ideas......

News Brussels, Belgium - 14th October 2022

Mme France Marquet, Trustee MSF with H.E Amb.Tshering Gyaltshen Penjor at the inauguration of Art Show "Healing Happiness”

Madam France Marquet, SAF Representative to UNESCO and Trustee, Madanjeet Singh Foundation met H.E Tshering Gyaltshen Penjor, Ambassador, Royal Bhutanese Embassy (RBE), Belgium during an Art Exhibition “Healing With Happiness” held in Belgium......

News UMSGET, Pondicherry - 13th October 2022

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Green Energy Technology (UMSGET) Concludes Admission Process for 2022-23 Academic Year

The UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Green Energy Technology (UMSGET) has successfully wrapped up its New intake process for the academic years 2022-23.The selection of Indian scholars was conducted with meticulous care, placing a strong emphasis on gender priority. The process involved a rigorous combination of a written examination, merit evaluation, and a comprehensive interview....

News UNESCO Headquarters - 11th October 2022
News UAP, Dhaka, Bhutan - 1st October 2022

"The UMSAILS- UAP Spring School 2022" was organised by the South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights (SAILS)

"The UMSAILS- UAP Spring School 2022" was organised by the South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights (SAILS), Centre for Law, Governance and Policy (CELGAP) and the University of Asia Pacific (UAP) centred around the theme of 'Law and Social Justice'....

News UMSGET, Pondicherry, India - 22nd September 2022

UMSGET organizes Nation Conference on recent trends in Green Energy Technologies from 08th – 09th December, 2022

Two days national conference on Recent Trends in Green Energy Technologies is designed to deliberate on research and technological development in various renewable energy technologies. Experts from various discipline of renewabl

News Colombo, Sri Lanka - 21st September 2022

Dr Nischal N. Pandey, Chairman,SAF-Nepal met Mr Arvind Rodrigo, Chairman, SAF Sri Lanka and dicussed about SAF-Scholars

Dr Nishchal N. Pandey, Chairman, SAF- Nepal met Mr Arvind Rodrigo, Chairman, SAF Sri Lanka and Ms Swinitha Parera, Secretary, SAF - Sri Lanka during his visit to Colombo.

News Paris, France - 19th September 2022

Mme France Marquet with H.E. Amb. & Mrs Dipak Adhikari during the reception to celebrate the 8th Consitution day of Nepal

Madam France Marquet,Principal Trustee to MSF & South Asia Foundation Representative to UNESCO with His Excellency Mr. and Mrs Dipak Adhikari Ambassador of Nepal to France and Permanent Delegate of Nepal to UNESCO during the reception to Celebrate the Eight Constitution Day and National Day of Nepal in Paris, France

News UNESCO Headquarters, Paris - 19th September 2022

Mme France Marquet, Trustee MSF with H.E Vishal V. Sharma, Permanent Delegate and Ambassador of India to UNESCO

H.E Vishal V. Sharma, Permanent Delegate and Ambassador of India to UNESCO says "Glad to Host Madam France Marquet of the South Asia Foundation that Sponsors the UNESCO- Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promition of Tolerance and Non Violence and Members of the Indian Diaspora. Amb Madanjeet Singh was a famous Indian Diplomat."

News Kathmandu, Nepal - 14th September 2022
News UMCSAWM, Moratuwa, Sri Lanka - 12th September 2022

UMCSAWM-UOM 6TH INTAKE (2020/2022) successfully completed Master's in Water Management

The sixth intake (2020–2022) of UMCSAWM, which included 11 full–time SAF scholars from different South Asian nations and 12 local participants, recently came to a satisfactory completion....

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 29th August 2022
News Kunsmuseum Thun, Switzerland - 29th July 2022

Five SAF-Afghanistan Alumni from UMISAA are participating in Kuns Museum Thun International Art Exhibition in Switzerland

South Asia Foundation Five Alumni from UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asian Art ( UMISAA ) Mr. Mohammad Baqer Ahmadi, 2017; Ms. Latifa Ataie, 2013; Ms. Kubra Khademi, 2009; Ms. Shahida Shaygan, 2019 and Mr. Moshin Taasha , 2011 Batches are participating in Kuns Museum Thun International Art Exhibition in Switzerland

News Pondicherry University - 27th July 2022
News UNESCO Headquarters, Paris - 25th July 2022
News Lobesa. Bhutan - 5th July 2022
News Kathmandu, Nepal - 1st July 2022
News UMSAILS, Dhaka, Bangladesh - 28th June 2022

UMSAILS Announces Eight fully paid SAF Madanjeet Singh Scholarship for Academic Year 2022-23

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights Studies (UMSAILS) aims to be a regional centre of excellence through undertaking research works and offering post‐graduate education in South Asian law....

News Thimpu, Bhutan - 28th June 2022
News Kathmandu, Nepal - 28th June 2022