1 Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh shared his thoughts on various developments in the college in the current academic year with Parminder Kaur, Zoology Deptt. In Academics our students are doing very well. New courses such as Forensics Science , Web Journalism, Sports Marketing and Economics are popular. On completion students get well placed. New course BBE started 4 yrs back is a great hit. Many top positions are being cornered by the Khalsaites. An achievement for our students is a special consideration for admission to the University of Fraser Valley, Canada for the M.A. Criminology course of 18 months duration. The first semester would be in India and the remaining will be held in Canada. Infrastructural changes are on in the campus, upgrading the science labs with an approx. amount of 1 crore spent in past two years. University of Delhi has given latest equipments to upgrade the existing research facilities for these labs. Four science lecture halls and 6 other rooms have LCD projectors installed in them for paedagogical requirements. Our College library is not merely a library but a resource centre , equipped with a huge collection of journals and research papers and also internet. For the benefit of students, two more computer labs with 18 new computers have been added which have networking with the University portal. The entire college will soon be on Wi-Fi connectivity which already is in place and very soon would be operational. New air conditioned staff room would soon be ready for the convenience of the teachers. One new seminar room is being added for various academic purposes. The canteen has been modified with more emphasis on hygiene and nutritious food for the students and staff. This year was of special significance as our esteemed college was a part of the historic Commonwealth Games. The practice matches for Rugby 7 of nine international teams were held on our grounds. The state of the art facility in the physiotherapy rooms, dressing rooms, changing rooms was a boon for the players. The new session 2011-12 will see the girl's hostel in functional mode, with air-conditioned rooms and a capacity for 150 students. A college creche for the staff members too would soon be operational. From The Principal's Desk
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Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh shared his thoughts on various developments in the college in the current academic year with Parminder Kaur, Zoology Deptt.
In Academics our students are doing very well. New courses such as Forensics Science , Web Journalism, Sports Marketing and Economics are popular. On completion students get well placed. New course BBE started 4 yrs back is a great hit. Many top positions are being cornered by the Khalsaites.
An achievement for our students is a special consideration for admission to the University of Fraser Valley, Canada for the M.A. Criminology course of 18 months duration. The first semester would be in India and the remaining will be held in Canada.
Infrastructural changes are on in the campus, upgrading the science labs with an approx. amount of 1 crore spent in past two years. University of Delhi has given latest equipments to upgrade the existing research facilities for these labs. Four science lecture halls and 6 other rooms have LCD projectors installed in them for paedagogical requirements.
Our College library is not merely a library but a resource centre , equipped with a huge collection of journals and research papers and also internet.
For the benefit of students, two more computer labs with 18 new computers have been added which have networking with the University portal. The entire college will soon be on Wi-Fi connectivity which already is in place and very soon would be operational.
New air conditioned staff room would soon be ready for the convenience of the teachers. One new seminar room is being added for various academic purposes.
The canteen has been modified with more emphasis on hygiene and nutritious food for the students and staff.
This year was of special significance as our esteemed college was a part of the historic Commonwealth Games. The practice matches for Rugby 7 of nine international teams were held on our grounds. The state of the art facility in the physiotherapy rooms, dressing rooms, changing rooms was a boon for the players.
The new session 2011-12 will see the girl's hostel in functional mode, with air-conditioned rooms and a capacity for 150 students. A college creche for the staff members too would soon be operational.
From The Principal's Desk
Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College is renowned for its infrastructure. Developments this year are the air conditioned classrooms for the commerce students of the college and a new reception near the college gate.B Com.(H.) and BBE students are provided with well furnished air conditioned classrooms. We are amongst the few colleges of the campus with air conditioned classrooms. All these classrooms on the ground floor of the college also have LCD projectors. Gradually all the classrooms of the college will get fully air-conditioned. It will further help students study comfortably in classes as well as add to the developments of the college. The new reception complex constructed near the college gate proved to be of great help during the time of admissions, parents and students were very well assisted in being guided to their destinations. There is also proper sitting
arrangements for some non teaching staff who are no more required to stand in hot weather. A Water cooler provides more hygienic drinking water.The library complex is being further expanded and developed. The Principal's office will be shifted to a newly constructed complex near the college library.The Accounts and Administration offices have also been shifted from their original premises to a specially constructed chamber. The Administrative Officer (AO) of the college, S.Gurbaksh Singh also sits in this chamber as does the college Bursar Dr. H.V. Jhamb.Two new laboratories are : Department of
DEVELOPMENT IN COLLEGE INFRASTRUCTURE
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New Reception Area
New Sports Pavilion
Electronics Network and Communication; Department of Electronics Microprocessor and Material Science Research Lab. The playfields of the college, used as practice venues for RUGBY 7s, during the 19th Commonwealth Games were upgraded and floodlight facilities were also provided. A brand new sports pavilion, with a gymnasium was also constructed during the Commonwealth Games and is now part of college's sports infrastructure. All the infrastructural changes done are of great help to students and staff.
DST LABAmong one of the finest laboratories constructed this year is the Department of Science and Technology, sponsored Lab. Sanctioned in September 2010, it is a Rs. 12 lacs project; funded for doing research in material science and is targeted to be completed in three years. Presently the study is being done on 'the optical properties of alkalide and halide thin films'. The laboratory is provided with certain computation facil ities and UV visible spectroscope would be procured soon.Eighty new computers have been provided by Delhi University with Wi-Fi connections for students with latest software like Mathematica, Mat Lab & latest Window 7 version. These computers have been placed in our computer laboratory.
vInterview with Rocky and MayurØBidding adieuØMilestonesØZeniths of KhalsaØNostalgic ScribblesØKnow Your ToppersØUnsung HeroesØDifferently AbledØAdd-on Courses in KhalsaØSports
v Captured Moments (photos) Khalsa Goes Marching OnØAcademic SocietiesØExtra Curricular and Youth ActivitiesØStaff AssociationsØStudents' Welfare and Annual Day
vCaptured Moments (photos)Khalsa CelebratesØEnglish SectionvCaptured Moments (photos)Academics and SportsØHindi section vCaptured Moments (photos) People who matterØPunjabi section
My Khalsa
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Editorial
Editing the College Magazine 'Tegh' for the second time has been a great honour. It was an eventful journey and a great experience with many hurdles and different strategies to overcome these with many new lessons learnt.
Indeed, an individual alone cannot accomplish much without the contribution and constant support of a hard-working team. All departments and editorial boards have worked consistently to put together this magazine. A special thanks to Novy Kapadia and
Hitesh; and to Parminder Kaur Narang who, besides many other contributions, has also designed the cover page. I am deeply indebted to the Principal, who despite his health problems, was a constant source of support and inspiration.
This year we have included a special 8-page coloured feature in the magazine.
It was a matter of great pride that our college grounds were used as a practice venue by about ten participating teams in the 19th Commonwealth games. Overall the preparation for Commonwealth games led to many improvements in the sports infrastructure of the college including a new pavilion, floodlights and improved play fields.
Another interesting event was the interview of Mayur and Rocky, (Mayur- Alumnus of Khalsa) anchors of the popular NDTV Good Times show "Highway on my Plate" by Parminder Kaur Narang along with Mohsina.
The introduction of the semester system has been an important change and many Professors of our college are involved in the preparation of new syllabus and text books for the new system.
Many literary and academic functions were held in English, Hindi and Punjabi, as well as the Sciences, Commerce and Social Sciences Departments in the college throughout the year.
The year also brought immense grief in the sad demise of our colleagues Mrs. Parveen Sahni of the Sports Department, Dr. Satinder Kaur of the Zoology Department and Samardeep Singh, a student of B.Sc. (H) Maths II Yr. We continue to pray for the departed souls.
We are proud to present to you 'Tegh-2010-11'. Your readership and appreciation will be the ultimate reward for all our efforts.
Dr. Amarjeet KaurEditor-in-chief
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1. OBITUARIES
2. KHALSA AND COMMONWEALTH GAMES
3. INTERVIEW WITH MAYUR AND ROCKY
4. BIDDING ADIEUvThe end of an unforgettable innings
5. MILESTONESvOrientation ProgrammevGold Medal to DivyavVisit to Air Chief MarshalvIIT KanpurvStudents Union and Talent Hunt ProgrammevHistory WorkshopvSrijanvFounders DayvBook ReleasevEconomics FestivalvComzonevLashkaravMedia SeminarvTalk by Urvashi ButaliavBBE Festival
6. ZENITHS OF KHALSAvPeople who have made Khalsa proud
7. NOSTALGIC SCRIBBLESvTrip down memory lane by Alumni
8. KNOW YOUR TOPPERSvAcademic Success Stories
9. UNSUNG HEROESvPeople behind the scenes
10. DIFFERENTLY ABLED - vPeople Who Overcame All Odds..... 'Rather Courageously'
11. ADD ON COURSES IN KHALSA12. SPORTS13. SOCIETIES
MY KHALSA
OBITUARIESDr. Satinder KaurAssistant Professor ZoologyDate of joining 16-7-200329-08-2010 (expired)
There are only a handful of people who come into the world and touch everyone’s lives in such a dramatic fashion … Our dear Dr. Satinder Kaur was one such special person. We all have a Kaleidoscope of memories that we will always carry with us – memories that defined
Satinder – memories that we will always hold dear.
As we look through the Kaleidoscope of her life, we see that many varied valued and meaningful roles that Satinder played. First and foremost we see Satinder, the complete family person. She loved her family unequivocally and selflessly. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister etc. She took all of these roles to heart and strove to honor, Support, guide and most importantly, love her family. Her devotion to her family was the foundation of her actions – the anchor that defined and shaped her life. So intense were these, attributes in her that her family was always trying to reciprocate with similar intensity.
Next we see Satinder as a diligent student, a respected teacher and a wonderful colleague. She did her graduation in Zoology from Khalsa and is fondly remembered by her teachers as an extremely dedicated and conscientious student who did the college proud by securing first position in the university in her final year. Years later, her joining the department as a faculty member is considered a windfall by our senior colleagues. A teacher par excellence she mentored many youngsters. Her zeal inculcating her students with the right set of values and principles along with lend a patient ear to her students and solve their problems – academic or personal, to the best of her ability. Always leading by example, she never sat back, never became complacent she worked hard and consistently, never stopped learning herself; infact, she remained a student of life. She was a role model and an inspiration to so many.
As the kaleidoscope turns, we see Satinder –the friend. She was a good friend to so many! She could be counted on and depended on always. Whether you needed sound counsel, an empathetic ear, a shoulder to lean on, companionable silence, gossip partner – she was there. Ready, steadfast, willing and good fun. Many of us will miss the radiance, exuberance and stability that Satinder brought into our lives.
S at i n d e r l i ve d a p r i n c i p l e d l i fe underpinned by a strong sense of right and wrong stand unchallenged. She cared enough to act – to take a stand. It was amazing to see somebody so petite pack so much courage and spunk in her. It was her courage and faith that guided her actions, words and deeds. She strove always to be the best she could be – family person, colleague, friend and champion to others. Truly a noble soul and passionate women, for whom excellence was not cultivated but a natural trait.
She leaves an amazing legacy behind. She definitely left the world a better place than when she found it and for that we always be grateful. Her life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the duration of time in which one lives. Nothing can be more visible then her absence. Silent are her voices we loved to hear, too far for sight or speech but not too far for thoughts to reach.
She is in heaven – sometimes we get this visions of her’s, standing in that typical ‘‘arms crossed “pose of hers, telling God to put his house in order. So, it is imperative for us to not grieve her death but to celebrate her life. We should be all thankful that we were given the chance to have known a person named Satinder.
Satinder, we all miss you but will remember you fondly – forever, always. You will always be alive in our hearts.
Rigzin Kang, Dept. of ZoologyDr. Virdi has penned these befitting lines on Satinder…Badan ikhara, par josh bharpur, Sunder mukhra, aankhon main gazab ka nor,Kabiliyat beinteha, magar na gurur,Zuban saaf aur lehja toh chashmain baddur,Kami rahi hogi hum hi main jo chali gayi itni door
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Mrs. Parveen Kaur SahniAssociate Professor, Physical Education.Date of Joining 16-7-19814-2-2011 (expired)
She was born in Mussoorie nd(U.P.) on the 2 of October
in 1950. Her family shifted to New Delhi in 1952. She has been a sports enthusiast from a very early age. She went for her first school nationals when she was in class nine. She used to play Basketball, Kho Kho, Table Tennis, Athletics and Volleyball. She completed her graduation from Janaki Devi Memorial College (University of Delhi) in 1970 where she also captained the Delhi Basketball (w) team. She was also adjudged the best sportswoman for Throw ball, Basketball and Kho Kho at Janaki Devi College. Thereafter, she went to Patiala for her post graduation in Physical Education at the Govt. College of Physical Education, Patiala where also she captained the Punjab Basketball (w) team.
Soon after, she joined Janaki Devi Memorial College in the year 1974 as a lecturer in Physical Education on ad hoc basis. Thereafter, she joined Lady Irwin College in 1977. Finally, she got her permanent joining letter at S.G.T.B. Khalsa College in the year 1981. Soon after her appointment, she was appointed as the manager for south zone and Inter Zonal Inter University Table Tennis Tournaments at the University of Pune.
In 1982, she participated as the Teams Manager during the Ninth Asian Games. Since then she has acted as a constant support system to her students. In 2007, she became the head of the dept. at the college and her testing time also started. She did exceptionally well as a one woman team she managed her teams and the college attained a glorious trail of victory in
the Inter College and won championships in various games like cricket, hockey, table tennis et al.
Her participation as the venue manager of practice grounds at the college in the Commonwealth Games 2010 has been a remarkable achievement in her career graph. During that phase of her life, she did not let her extreme illness deter her from the hard work and dedication which she shared towards her work and her enthusiasm was at its peak as it has always been during any sports related event in the college.
She has shared the tears and the joys of her students. The moments of glory where the students brought laurels to the college were among the happiest moments of her life. Students did not treat her just as a teacher but they treated her with mother like affection and often used to come to her for advice on their personal lives. She used to engage in their problems and would always try to give them appropriate guidance; her deep emotional bonding with students was also worth vouching for. A woman of grit, courage and determination as she was, she was a hard worker and even used to work long hours, if the need be. Her all rounded personality exuded charm and warmth. She was a passionate woman be it her work or her family, she amazingly juggled and balanced her life between work and the family.
Manmeet Kaur (Daughter)Khalsa Alumnus
B.A. (Hons.) English , 2004-2007
Samardeep SinghB.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics, 2nd YearDied on 20-2-2011
Samardeep Singh died in a road accident in his home town Rudrapur, Uttrakhand when the scooter he was driving was hit from behind by a truck.
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Khalsa and Commonwealth GamesExperiences of our students
·Rosy DabasBsc. (Life Sciences) 3rd year
I am immensely proud of myself at this time as I represented my nation in front of the whole world as a volunteer of XIX Commonwealth games, 2010 Delhi in Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium For Hockey. We, the volunteers despite the negative publicity and allegations, remained united, optimistic and along with the hardworking people of our country made this event a grand success.We were the true ambassadors of Delhi 2010 and have made our country proud. What we have achieved together, is truly unbelievable! Thanks to the government of Delhi.I have made new friends and I sincerely hope that I will cherish their friendship and will always treasure memories of the Games. This experience will benefit me in the future.
Our Indian players won so many medals. And stood 2nd for winning most gold medals in commonwealth games 2010.I can't forget these days. This experience is a life time experience for me and I will be proud of myself in future by telling people that I was a part of commonwealth games 2010. I would like to thank my college S.G.T.B Khalsa as it provided me a chance to showcase my skills in front of the world..
·Resham Kaur NagiBsc. (Life Sciences) 3rd year
It was a fantastic experience to be with Commonwealth Games in Delhi from 3' October to 14 October -2010. I felt very lucky to be selected as a volunteer and was given the duty as a protocol assistant in Jawaharlal Nehru stadium. The games started with the opening ceremony held on 3rd October with a great fanfare. There were different types of dances, songs and the Aerostat Balloon, which made the ceremony very beautiful and graceful. While performing my duty, I met a number of VIPs, VVIPs and celebrities, which made my experience worth. I saw Mrs Pratibha Patil (President of India), Sh. Manmohan Singh ( Prime Minister of India) and famous people like Shamak Dawar, Abhinav Bindra, Vijendra Singh, A.R Rehman, P.T Usha and the Heads of State of different countries as well.I was amazed to see them all. How do I express my happiness? I do not have the words. I made lifelong friends along with some unforgettable experience. When our players won medals, we cheered, clapped and shouted loudly and the zeal of those moments made us even forget our duty. The late night departure from the destination (around 11 in the night) forced my parents to receive me at metro station; I really want to thank them for bearing this up.One thing I want to say honestly is that I was unwilling to work as volunteer witnessing the big exposure of corruption in the games, but now I realize that I would have felt sorry, had I retraced
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back from it. The great experience of learning something new is always welcome, and especially this one was thrilling. I wish to participate in the next games as well…
·Gurpreet KaurBsc. (Life Sciences) 3rd year
India experienced Commonwealth Games, 2010 in Delhi. It is a great honor for all Indians but I feel more proud as I was a part of this multi-sports event. I served my nation as a volunteer (protocol assistant) in Yamuna Sports Complex-Archery. My experience of working there was marvellous, fantastic, and stupendous. I do not even have words to explain it. I also got the opportunity to meet many great personalities such as Hon'ble Prince Edward, archers like Dola Banerjee, Rahul Banerjee. Although there were some mis-managements regarding catering and transport but our seniors, the coordinators helped us in every possible way. Working there was also fun as we were awarded with few gifts and I got two for the best volunteer and star volunteer of the day. Those eleven days were the best and most memorable days of my life.
·Airene Kour Dutta B.A. (H) English 2nd year
I was really excited about XIX Commonwealth Games happening in our own city and wanted to be somehow a part of it, when the Commonwealth Games representatives came to our college to select volunteers. I applied and got selected. Thus began my journey with the Commonwealth Games starting with the rigorous training sessions held in Amity University. There were three training sessions after which I got my venue for the games –the Delhi U n ivers i t y R u g by Seven s
stadium. At first I was a bit apprehensive since I was not familiar with the game; also there were rounds of rumours saying the games were doomed to failure. But the organising committee including the foreign nationals involved in the games didn't show any signs of giving up and so did we –the volunteers. During the Games we did our best to see to it that the spectators and athletes got whatever they wanted, in the meantime having the time of our lives. Rugby sevens is a sport popular in countries like New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Scotland etc, but in India it was still new yet the support and crowd it pulled was tremendous and the enthusiasm infectious. The games were short in duration but action packed with all the adrenaline rush a sport lover could ask for. I was in the venue operations so I got a chance to see
all the dignitaries including Prince Edward, actor Rahul Bose, ambassadors, senior officials and athletes of participating nations. It was great fun as I could talk to the athletes face to face about sports and even how they were enjoying the atmosphere and arrangements. I chatted with the supporters in the stands who were all very friendly and also to be seen was the rivalry between the ardent supporters of New Zealand and Australia and their bickering. All in all it was an enriching and thoroughly enjoyable experience I'll cherish throughout my life.
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·Srestha BanerjeeB.A. (H) English 2nd year
thA year before the start of the 19 Commonwealth Games in Delhi the Organising Committee started a project to recruit volunteers. It was named “Delhi United---XIX Commonwealth Games Volunteer Programme.” Excited at the prospect of being a participant in this mega event, I volunteered and was fortunately selected. Our training took place at Amity University, Sector 137, Noida. I still recall the first day of my
training, on Saturday 26 June, 2010, after a long metro ride from Dwarka Sector-9. Amity University has a spectacular campus and we were assigned F-2 Block and got our registration card, a notepad, a pen and a volunteer's file. On the first day there were three sessions and we were informed about the code of conduct, uniform and accreditation, which was to be given later. We even did physical exercises and were provided wholesome lunch and snacks.My next call for role specific training was on 18 August and I was happy to be chosen as a protocol assistant, which meant that I was to work in the VIP and Hospitality lounge area. I enjoyed this day as I answered queries from many students and kept them in good humour.I got my final call on 5 September for my venue specific training. It was raining quite heavily that day as I made my way to Indira Gandhi Sports Complex (venue for Gymnastics) for training. Our three protocol managers welcomed us and guided us to the VIP lounge area, Field of Play and seating areas assigned for permit to Protocol only. After the Venue Specific training I was invited by the Chairman of the Organising Committee at the Commonwealth Games headquarters for High Tea, where we met Subroto Roy and Suresh Kalmadi. Subroto Roy interacted with us, shared his experiences and told us how to capitalize on opportunities and take initiatives in life. Later we piled on to the sumptuous snacks that were served.The final showdown took place on Oct. 1 at Jawaharlal Nehru stadium. It was a full dress rehearsal for all of us and we learnt to use the Motorola Walkie Talkie, effectively.At the Indira Gandhi stadium, we had two shifts, Artistic Gymnastics (for Men) from 4—8 October and Rhythmic Gymnastics (for women) from 11-14 October. The Rhythmic Gymnastics was an artistic delight and several dignitaries witnessed several stunning performances. The dignitaries included His Royal Highness Prince Edward and Subrata Roy (Head of Sahara India).
thTuesday 12 October, was an auspicious day for me as I personally met the charming Prince Edward. Some of us volunteers even took a group photograph with him. On the same evening we met our Head Coordinator Mr. Subroto Roy, who presented each one of us with a maxima gold-plated watch. Another dignitary whom we met was Nafisa Ali. Throughout our stay there the food served at the lounge was really good, Chocolate Brownies, Mousse, Cheese sandwiches, Muffins, Cookies, beverages and sweets.Serving as a volunteer in the Delhi Commonwealth Games was an unforgettable experience for me and I will always remember it as the golden days of my life.
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·Kunal Arora B.A. (Hons.) English 2nd yearIndia's rocking, and how! After establishing its supremacy in most other spheres around the world, India got a chance to host the prestigious Commonwealth Games this year. Being a true Delhiite and a proud patriot, I was not one to miss out on any of the action! So I decided to participate by applying for volunteering. After undergoing a series of rigorous, though slightly mismanaged training sessions at the Amity University, Noida, I was finally selected as a volunteer. I was posted at the Siri Fort Stadium, the venue for squash and badminton matches. My job was time-keeping. I have to admit, the time I spent volunteering for the Games was one of the most enriching phases of my life!Being the time-keepers, we had to be the part of the audience as well. What better than having
some of the best athletes from around the world playing right in front of u! It was a different high altogether, witnessing those famous, talented people first-hand, till now seen only through means of mass media. I also got a chance to interact with the referees at the game. The tete-a-tete with them filled me in on a lot on information about the rules of the game. And knowledge never hurts! The icing on the cake, however, was the meeting with the athletes. I recall them as being extremely cordial and grounded, especially a Scottish player, who actually sat and chatted with us! They gave us badges of their respective countries, collecting
which was a craze back then! Most of them obliged for photographs. I remember Indian squash players being quite competitive, though India failed to grab too many medals in this particular sport…but then, winning isn't everything!The aspect that I enjoyed the most was meeting a lot of new people in the form of my co-volunteers, many of whom ended up as friends, who I continue to be in touch with. Striking a chord with new people is one of my favourite activities, and these Games gave me an opportunity to do just that!Another unforgettable moment was being a part of the spectacular Closing Ceremony, which had some chosen volunteers take a walk through the JLN stadium towards the end. We were referred to as 'people without whom the Games wouldn't have been possible'…great feeling, it was!These Commonwealth Games were the best ever for India, with it being at the second place in the overall medals tally, next only to Australia! Naturally, I feel lucky that I was able to contribute my bit to this historical event which placed our country on a better position on the world map as competitive players and great hosts. Score, India!
·Swati Kaur BindraB.A. (Hons.) English 2nd year
I worked in the Spectator Service Section at the Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium during the Commonwealth Games. I was on duty at the VIP stands, with the media during the spectacular opening ceremony, closing ceremony and for the entire duration of the Athletic events. Managing the spectators enabled me mix with people of different nationalities.
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They have measured the length and breadth of the country while keeping their taste buds satisfied and having entertained hundreds and thousands of viewers who dedicatedly watch their TV shows “Highway On My Plate” and “JAI HIND” that appear on NDTV Goodtimes daily.
Both Mayur Sharma and Rocky Singh need no introduction. They are products of Delhi University and, over the years, have managed to carve a niche for themselves in the Indian television industry.
Mayur Sharma is a Khalsaite and is proud to be one.
Their first show, Highway on my Plate – fondly known as HOMP, provides information on tiny hideouts in obscure places that are thronged by the locals for a quick snack or a satisfying meal. The second show, Jai Hind, gets us up-close with the Indian soldiers. It introduces us to their lifestyle, living conditions, daily routine and last but not least, the food that they eat and how it is prepared.
A new show starting soon, is about the
paranormal and which would surely have all the viewers glued to their seats. The fear of viewers would be overcome by their irrepressible, hot-off-the-presses humour.
A book based on Highway on my Plate has recently been released and is quickly flying off the shelves of bookstores and becoming prized-possessions of all booklovers and foodies alike.
On this grand launch of their book, on the chilly Lohri evening, in the lawns of a Club near Pragati Maidan, we got the chance to quiz them about their college life and great foodie adventure.
MAYUR and ROCKY
Q. Mayur, your college life and some memorable experiences.
Mayur- My memories, especially of the college, are basically connected to two things – being on the basketball court (attending fewer classes as a result) and being spoiled by my classmates. By the time I reached the second year, there were only twenty girls and myself left in the class as all the other boys had either dropped out or had failed in the first year. So every day I would causally mention to my classmates what I wanted to eat the next day and the twenty girls would bring twenty different versions of that food and no one ever ate their food without offering it to me first. So I was super happy and thoroughly enjoyed their attention and care.
Q.Mayur, how good were you at dissection and cutting the animals, despite the fact that you are a strict vegetarian?
Mayur- I was never squeamish about dissections. Unfortunately, I could do only a limited number of dissections because whenever practicals were being held, I would be out on the field playing college matches. So a lot of dissections I never did, not because I did not
Interview
Highway on My PlateMayur Sharma and Rocky Singh (of NDTV Goodtimes)
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Mayur Sharma is an alumnus of college – B.Sc. (H) Zoology 1989-1992
Rocky & Mayur at the Foreign Correspondents Club, Pragati Maidan
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want to do them, but because I never made it to the class. And then later I borrowed someone else's file and somehow managed to clear my exams.
Q. Mayur, your experience with the department teachers and any fond memories of them?
A. Mayur- In the first year my mother was called to the college due to low attendance. In the second year also I was issued a warning for the same reason. But in the third year my roll number was held as I could not catch up with the low attendance of the past two years. Unfortunately, I broke my ankle and I got away with a sympathy note. It was during this time that all my teachers were there by my side, especially Mrs. Raksha. Sethi and Dr. Virdi. I also remember Dr. Ahuja, who although was very strict, but taught me the true meaning of discipline.
All the lab staff was just wonderful. They covered up for me and helped me during the practical exams as I gave my exams in a badly shattered ankle and could not even take painkillers. They were very gentle and helpful.
Q. Rocky, how did you meet Mayur? Something about your great chemistry on-screen.
Rocky- Mayur and I are childhood neighbors and know each other since thirty five years now. We have spent a long time together and are now like an old married couple. We share the same hobbies and pastimes. We watch movies, do outdoor activities (like river rafting and rock
climbing) and just chill-out together. We are very active and keep ourselves involved in all these activities.
Q. Being a foodie, your favourite eating joints in the campus?
Mayur and Rocky (excitedly answered in unison) - The nimbu paani wala guy outside Khalsa college was just awesome. Also, the chholey bhaturey guy behind KMC was fabulous. Our Khalsa canteen, served excellent tea and bread pakoras and we were served first as all the guys were our friends.
Q. How did u move on from zoology to media…. Was this a planned moved or is it something that happened to come your way?
Mayur- After Zoology , I moved on to do my diploma in computers , and a post grad. diploma from NIFT, and then later did my Bachelors and Masters in Fashion and Textiles from U.K. Then I went travelling , did outdoor training and purely by chance landed in the current line.
Rocky- College was from SRCC, Delhi University which marked the end of my education. The journey to media was a very long one. I did everything under the sun – joined an airlines, then started a gas agency, then a petrol station, then a restaurant, then joined a headhunting company, then trained to become a corporate trainer and then finally after getting bored with everything, I got into media.
Q. How do you ensure that when you go to an eating joint it's the regular food that is being cooked, and not something special in terms of the quality?
Mayur- We just land up at a place without prior intimation and mention that we are from a TV channel. We only ask for that particular food item for what it is known.
Q. What change in the Indian eating habits have you seen, what is the most popular cuisine nowadays?
Mayur- Ear l ier the only source of entertainment for any Indian family was going out and eating together, trying out different Indian food and street foods. But now people
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have so many choices, like Italian, Thai, Japanese etc., so people are just forgetting the diversity and the different taste of India food. Wherever we are, we go out to have dinner and try out different Indian food. I just love Indian food.
Rocky- What has changed is that people now don't prefer to eat home-cooked food much. It's mostly due to hectic lifestyle or easy availability of cheap and tasty food. Unfortunately, nutritional aspect of food has taken back seat.
During my school and college days, eating out was a rare treat. Eating at home was always a pleasurable experience. Both my grandparents were excellent cooks and we would get good, delicious, wholesome food at home without having to venture out much.
I feel we need to get back to the traditional Indian cooking style of healthy, fresh and nutritious food.
The most popular cusine that I feel is chowmein, which we find even in the remote areas we travel to.
Q. What is the best food that you have had, and an exotic place you have been to?
Mayur- Best food on the show was at a place called Ummiya Kathyawadi in Anand (the town of Amul butter fame), Gujarat that served us awesome spicy food. Its baigan ka bharta was so spicy that its mere mention still makes my eyes wet.
Q. How does it feel to be always travelling and being away from family?
Mayur and Rocky- It's hard. Although we feel that we are very fortunate and I love my job and my work but one thing that I wish for is spending more time with my family and my daughter who is still very young. Luckily that situation has not come as yet when we come home and the kids call us uncle.
Q. We are sure there would be many funny or crazy incidents during the shooting. Would you like to cite a few?
Mayur- First incident, Rocky was introducing the new name for Trivandrum. Off cameras he would get it at one go, but as soon as the cameras went rolling, he would begin to stutter. It took him almost eighteen re-takes before he got the name correct. And, watching him, I was rolling with laughter.
The second was when in Punjab we were hitching a ride and asking for a lift on the road, my dhoti fell off and I was just in my underwear (which thankfully was long enough to save me from the embarrassment). So I just picked up the dhoti and started walking again. It was really hilarious. We left it on the show as it was not obscene.
Q. What message would u give to present youngsters, who would want to pursue a career in media?
Mayur- Career in media or in any other stream is basically about discipline and hard work. Attending college is not just about getting a degree, good marks or for that matter attendance, it is about the overall growth, the personal i ty, interpersonal sk i l l s and communication skills. You learn how to talk to others, how to discipline yourself and how to plan and work hard. If anything is not done properly or if any of your actions are wrong, then you learn to take responsibility for the consequences.
If Dr. Ahuja's danda was not there on my head, maybe I would not have given my exams. It was all because of him that I gave my exams and even secured highest marks in his subject. Whatever you do, do your best and work harder
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to achieve your goals.
Rocky- My message is very straightforward. I would say it is very important to focus completely on what you do and you should be able to deliver what is needed to be delivered. What I find with young people these days is that with so many options available, they are confused and their commitment level falters off. The ability to hang in there and do something for two years to five years is just not there.
So my message for the youngsters is that – if you think something is worth doing and you really think you can do it and can make a difference and can make a living out of it, then go ahead and do it. You need four to five years to do something substantial and unless you do that with single-minded focus it is not going to happen.
Just focus, work hard, be creative, be positive and you will be able to achieve a lot. This is very true for media also. The more you work the better you become and the better you become, better opportunities you get. Thus, it all starts with hard work.
THE HARDER YOU WORK THE LUCKIER YOU GET, is thus the only answer to everything.
Q. From pure science to media, what changes u feel are required in higher education in the current scenario?
Mayur- One big change required is that instead of just accumulating knowledge to later regurgitate or restate at the exam times, education should focus more on developing skills that can be applied in specific fields of work later. The focus should be on applying knowledge and not merely using knowledge to pass exams. How to apply knowledge is the application of learning. With the many degrees that I hold, everything that I have learnt, I now apply practically on my TV shows.
Rocky- Our education system is very theoretically geared. We have very little output in our education system, but a lot of input. So we need to make our system more proactive and practical and more application-based. We
do have a lot of Nobel Laureates in our country who are undoubtedly the best mathematicians or scholars. What is needed are the people who can go out there and build the best roads or buildings that we so desperately need. Or maybe, develop or build an innovative gadget that can completely transform the way we conduct a particular task. Moving from acquiring mere theoretical knowledge to getting more hands on with learning is the need of the hour.
Q. Your memories of college festival Lashkara. You attended 3 yrs as a student. Would you want to be a part of it again.
Mayur- The three years were just fabulous. I would love to be a part of it, now being on the other side of the stage. Of course , whenever I am in town during the time of festival, I would love to , in fact be proud to be a part of it.
I have not been to college or the campus since 1998, and have heard that lot of changes have taken place. The auditorium, the digitized library and even the hostel which is coming up, all have made me proud of our college. In fact it was through media that I become aware of all these infrastructure changes. Along with media even I am too all praises for it.
Interview by
Ms Parminder Kaur Narang, Deptt of Zoology
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Mohsina Ghayas, Editor English Section
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Bidding Adieu The end of an unforgettable innings
Dr. Anil SethiAssociate ProfessorEconomics10-7-1970 -- 31-10-2010
Mohsina Ghayas (MG) interviewed Mr. Anil Sethi (AS) about his journey in Khalsa.MG: Mr Anil Sethi?AS: Yes?MG: On behalf of The Tegh, I wish to interview you for the Bidding Adieu Section.
AS: (smiling): Much adieu about nothing. MG: (worriedly) : No sir. It is the Bidding adieu.....AS: OK, OK. Fire away.MG: (looking at a written list) : When were you born? I mean the year of your birth.AS: When it was a safer world.....after the end of the Second World War.MG :(all the time making notes): That is in ?AS: Surely you know that! In 1945!MG: Of course...when did you join the college?AS: Sometime in November 1969 in an ad-hoc vacancy. Earlier I was teaching in Bombay sorry Mumbai. In the permanent post here I joined in July 1970.MG: So about 41 years in the college?AS: That's right. Your maths is good.MG: (ignoring the jibe): Over this period what all do you recollect?AS: Well, in 1969- 70 the central government seemed unstable. There were issues like the rise of the Maoists, bank nationalisation and....MG: (exasperatedly, saddled with this oldie's drifting): The changes in our college, I mean.AS: Oh....well there is too much ground to cover. I'll try. Say an example is the students; their attitudes, behaviour, etc. Some incidents stick
to my mind. In my early years in the college students felt the need of a university degree in whatever course. Many if not most came from humble backgrounds. Once I hired an auto and while getting down I asked him the fare and took out my wallet. He said “No sir”. I looked up at his face and recognised him as one of my students. Even when I insisted he refused to accept the fare and drove off. Something similar occurred at a petrol pump. I got the air pressure checked and took out some coins to tip the chap. He looked up and refused to accept it and I saw that he was a student of mine.Then there were students belonging to socially deprived classes. I recollect being invited for lunch at the home of a student. As I was eating I happened to look up from the delicious meal and saw a large number of onlookers in the doorway. I asked the student to explain and he told me that they have never seen a 'Sahib' eating at the place of such an under-privileged social class. Similar thing happened when my wife and I were invited for an afternoon tea and snacks at the jhuggi of a female student.Again, during the 1975-77 Internal Emergency, when I was detained at Tihar Jail, both teaching and non-teaching colleagues and some students were concerned and helpful to my family.Now things like that do not happen. Nothing to do with noble me condescending to break bread with a socially deprived home! The change has been slowly taking place over time. It is only because I was asked to do the piece that I began recollecting such changes.Such a change in attitudes has also taken place amongst colleagues, both teaching and non-teaching. The familiarity with the families of each other, sharing of problems and happiness is limited to only a few.MG: So, you think that people in the college
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have become indifferent towards each other?AS: No, not at all. Delhi and NCR have grown hugely. Commuting and other issues have also contributed to this change in attitudes. Values change, good or bad is again a value judgement. (Smiling, looking at the jean-clad MG and recollecting full-sleeved clothes and covered heads of his early years in the college)MG: What of your role in the college? Academics, co-curricular activities and stuff like that.AS: Well, I did some research work officially and otherwise; wrote articles including on my subject especially concerning development. However, I felt more fulfilled as a teacher and mentor. I contributed to the college magazine, the Economics Society, dramatics, Debating Society and so on. One play directed by one of our students went on to win awards when performed independently by the students for a completion organised by the Sahitya Kala Parishad of Delhi. We went on to win three best awards. This included a best actor award for humble me. (Suppressing a smile) MG: You acted in the college plays!AS: Yes, my mentor and senior, Dr. Swinder Singh Uppal of the Panjabi Department, recommended that participation by teachers ensures a healthy production.MG: Debates?AS: Ah, yes. When I joined the college, my seniors, S. Udham Singh and S. J.S. Khanna, in our department encouraged me to get involved in the activities of the Economics Society. Amongst these were debating events.Later, the late Dr. O.P. Singhal of the Hindi Department, my senior, encouraged me to help in preparing college students for debating competitions. In this the major achievement was winning of the coveted Sri Ram Prize in the debating event organised by the Sri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) We felt thrilled!Still later, Mr Novy Kapadia and I began handling this area. We formed DADS, Debates and Discussion Society. It was of great help to students especially in the 90s when the private
sector employment showed a substantial increase. This helped them in developing discussion skills.Whenever students did well or won a prize I personally felt as if I had won it. (Smiling, remembering)MG: Hmm, seems the Economics Society has been an active society.AS: Yes. Actually I cut my teeth in co-curricular activities of the college by organising the activities of this society. I could go on and on but you will not be able to print all and I'm sure you have more things to do today.MG: Sir you must be tired by now. While you narrated I relived the period you spent in the college. I wonder if various activities would be the same with your leaving the college.AS: (Smiling): “leaving”? I have no choice. Neither has the college.I'm retiring. And I began to de-involve myself in co-curricular activities for various reasons. And as the song goes “We Didn't Start the Fire” sung by ummm.....MG: (Raising her hand): Billy Joel !AS: Yes. Or as your own Bard says “All the men and women merely players...”The show goes on....
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Dr. Manjit SethiAssociate ProfessorEnglish21-8-1976—16-7-2010 (Voluntary Retirement)
A distinguished teacher, M a n j i t S e t h i f o r p e r s o n a l r e a s o n s sought to leave the profession some years before her actual date of retirement. She served the institution with great distinction for over three decades. A quiet and soft spoken person she took her role as teacher and in latter years as mentor very seriously. She was always a friend, philosopher and guide
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to her students and to younger colleagues.Manjit Sethi's specialization was Blake and the romantic poets but she enjoyed new challenges and enjoyed expanding her horizons and teaching new texts in African and Caribbean literature.Certain generous gestures of Manjit Sethi will always remain etched in memory. When she got her first promotion as Senior Lecturer, she along with other colleagues who were promoted at the same time, not only gave a party to fellow teachers but also extended their hospitality to the non-teaching staff. This idea of Manjit Sethi was much appreciated by the College staff and was a reflection of her sensitive nature and overall kindness.
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Gurmeet Singh SahniT.A. Museum Curator3-1-1973—30-9-2010
He joined college in January 1973 and feels del ighted at serving Khalsa College for about 38 years. His basic work was to take care of the slides and specimens in the laboratory. He was aware and knowledgeable about all the new slides that appeared and also guided young teachers.He is a very down to earth person and humble by nature. Being an introvert, he does not intermingle much with people and thus wanted an unceremonious discharge from his duties. Even 38 years of service did not change him. He is hale, hearty and absolutely fit. Even at this age, he needs no medicine to support himself, reason being his daily exercise. His wife is a teacher and both his sons are alumni of the college.
Mr. Harbhajan Singh joined Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College 23 years ago. He was born on 1 January, 1951 and has always served the college with utmost dedication and sincerity.He believes in hard work and devotion towards duty which ultimately got him success. News especially related to the stock market updates interested him the most. He had worked in Herald Advertising Agency as an Accounts Manager before joining SGTB Khalsa College in 1998.
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Nasib SinghGestetnor Operator31-8-1974—31-12-2010
After serving as a soldier in the Indian Army for six years (1968-74) Nasib Singh joined S.G.T.B Khalsa College on 31 August 1974. He was assigned the post of gestetnor operator but from 1996 onwards, he also started to help in conducting examinations. Born on 11 December 1950, he had witnessed India changing with the times. He is a very religious person and enjoys going on different pilgrimages to holy places. His daughter and son are settled in Punjab and even he plans to return there after retirement on 31 December 2010.
Parminder Kaur Narang, Asst. Prof. ZoologyMohsina Ghayas, B.A. (H) English 3rdYear
Vartika Srivastava, B.A.(H) English 2nd Year
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MilestonesImportant events in college
ØORIENTATION PROGRAMME ---15 July, 2010
Keeping in line with the tradit ion, SGTB Khalsa C o l l e g e o r g a n i z e d a n orientation programme for new students on 15th of July, 2010 at Master Tara Singh Auditorium. The programme intended to initiate the students to college life and remove their anxiet ies pertaining to academic system of the university. The programme was set apace with the invocation of Shabad Kirtan by the students of Divinity Society, after which the anchors, Rachan Sareen and Dr. Sunanda Sinha,
extended a very warm welcome to students and parents on behalf of the Khalsa family. The principal, Dr Jaswinder Singh, introduced students to the academic, cultural, recreational life and resources the college provides to support scholastic pursuits. He also spoke at length on anti-ragging measures and the rules and regulations to be adhered by our students. Dr Singh's speech on life and facilities at college was visually articulated through a documentary that traced the transition and the becoming of the college.The freshers were then given relevant information on the components of the academic calendar including Time-Table, Internal Assessment, Examinations and Attendance by Dr. H. V. Jhamb. In addition to academic overview, the students were briefed about the college website and given a glimpse of recreational life at Khalsa through a short documentary by theatre society, Ankur. Two of our former students, Sameer Malik, senior manager at HDFC Bank and Shoma Chakraborty, DGM Academics in i360, shared their invaluable memories of their years in College and how the English literature syllabus helped to develop
them as human beings and prepared them for life. Both Shoma and Sameer studied at College from 1990--93 and graduated in BA (Honors) English. Sameer also had an interesting power point presentation about the importance of using time effectively in college and how to study. Both the presentations were helpful to the assembled students who listened with apt attention.
The orientation ceremony concluded with a hopeful note that our dedicated faculty, supreme resources and unifying traditions will help students release their potential and achieve academic excellence.
Ø20 March, 2010
Gold Medal to Teacher
Hard work always fetches results and so is the story of Divya Kaur Matta. On 20 March, 2010, her dream came true; when she received the prestigious Prof. R.P. Mitra Gold Medal for standing first in Delhi University in M.Sc Chemistry.
She felt gratified and fulfilled after receiving it. Wearing the traditional gown with the hood and undergoing such an overwhelming experience was the happiest moment in Divya's life . The icing on the cake was receiving the medal from a noted personality Dr. R. Chidambaram Principal scientific adviser of Government of India. She accepted it with gratitude .
DIVYA MADE US PROUD--
Dr. Sunanda Sinha
Ms. Rachan Sareen
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ØADD ON COURSES STUDENTS I N V I T E D B Y A I R C H I E F MARSHALL --- 21 October, 2010
The students of web journalism and sports economics & marketing in SGTB Khalsa College were taken to a youth chat show organized by Doordarshan on 21 October, 2010 and the chief guest of the day was Air Chief Marshall P.V.Naik. The whole session was very interactive. Various questions related to Air Force and about the life experience of the Chief were raised by the students present in the studio. It was overall a very informative interaction and the youths were inspired to join Indian Air Force and experience the satisfaction of flying high in the sky. The Air Chief also informed the assembled students that serving the IAF is one of the best and the most satisfying way to do something for our country. He very clearly explained that in the air force women are given equal opportunities as men have, and they too have bright future in this career...but just that high spirit is all what you require.
After the show got over the chief invited all the students present there to his mansion for a tea party. The students were fascinated to see the polite behavior and kind treatment given to them by all the IAF officers and their wives present in the party. All the students also got return gifts from them.
ØIIT KANPUR ---
October, 2010Ankur's street play "Bazar" is self scripted. It was jointly directed by Jasmeet Khanuja and Simranjeet Singh Malhotra.
The play had its maiden performance at IIT Kanpur in the last week of October 2010 where it was extremely well received by the audience and stood first. This is a remarkable win, first time in the history of
Ankur. After this, the play won many prizes in various reputed theatre festivals in Delhi.
In addition to this, the team was also selected for "India Youth Festival",Goa, held in last week of January 2011. The play stood first in the prelims and got positive response from the audience.
Moreover, the play was also staged in "Sam Festival"organised by National School of Drama, Delhi, the most reputed theatre institution of India.
Ankur by performing in such reputed festivals brought laurels to the college.
ØSTUDENTS UNION AND TALENT HUNT COMPETITION ---
3 November, 2010The Students' Union elections were held in a smooth manner without any controversy whatsoever. The following students were elected as the office bearers for the year 2010-11:President: Sandeep AtreyaVice-president: SunilSecretary: Harsahib SinghJoint Secretary: Pradeep VijayaranC.C: Gurpreet Singh Arora and Deepak VijayaranThe inaugural function was held on 2nd of Nov, 2010. The Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh administered the oath to the office bearers of the union and also presented blazers to them.The unique feature of the inaugural function was the Talent hunt competition in which more than thirty students participated. The college auditorium was packed to its full capacity, with the students and staff. The enthusiastic audience cheered the participants.
Dr. Nimmi Singh,Convenor
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ØHISTORY IN THE CLASSROOM--- 10-12 November, 2010
"Everything must be recaptured and relocated in the general framework of history, so that despite the difficulties, the fundamental paradoxes and contradictions, we may respect the unity of history which is also the unity of life."
- Fernand Braudel
With above premise on the brochure, a three day UGC sponsored state level workshop “Reckoning with the Past: History in The Classroom” was organized by the Department of History of Sri Guru Tegh
thBahadur Khalsa College between 10
thNovember- 12 November, 2010. The venue was Master Tara Singh Auditorium at college. The workshop primarily aimed at intensive study of major themes of history to facilitate dialogue among historians, history teachers, students and the content enrichment of the History curricula of the undergraduate students. The core of the workshop was a series of lectures delivered by more than twenty renowned scholars and expert teachers of History. The three day long deliberations brought together the teaching faculties and student community of University of Delhi, Jawahar Lal Nehru University and Jamia Milia Islamia University. The Chief Guest was Professor Basudev Chatterji, Head, Department of History, University of Delhi. Dr. Jaswinder Singh, Principal, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, pointed out the challenges facing higher education in India and requirement for more such workshops by each discipline to deliberate upon broader academic agenda.
The Inaugural Address Walking In and Out of the Archive was delivered by Professor Shahid Amin, who said the historian is not a chronicler, a gazetteer and cultural
RECKONING WITH THE PAST: ambassador paid to sing praises of our culture. Contemporary history should be ideally based on a whole set of new techniques of tapping the recollection, the reminiscence, immediate experience of any society which would definitely involve what was written up. He also talked of the non state archives by setting examples of using the records of Church or the panda records of Benaras which can be of great help in constructing historical demography. He advised the young researcher that it's the business of the historian if disappointed in one archive to look for another and not to be enamored by the fanciest work you have just read, Mein bhi wahi karoonga.
The workshop schedule was thematically devised in six sessions viz. The Ancient World: Transitions and Transformation was chaired by Professor T.K.V. Subramanian, and the speakers were Professor B.P. Sahu, and Professor Kesavan Veluthat, from Department of History, University of Delhi who spoke on State and Social Formations in India.
Panel on Medieval Societies- Comparative Perspectives on the patterns of 'Medieval' in Europe, Islamic World and India was chaired by Professor Sunil Kumar, Department of History, University of Delhi chaired the session. In his introductory remarks, he pointed out the complexities of 'medieval' and relevance of the “the complex,
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fragmented political and religious world of India's Middle Ages”. Professor Farhat Hasan, Department of History, University of Delhi spoke on the theme Polities of Medieval world with special reference to India. Dr. R.P. Bahuguna, Associate Professor, Department of History and Culture, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi focused on Historiography on Formation of Religious Identities in Medieval India. Dr. Mayank Kumar, Fellow of Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, New Delhi and Associate Professor of History at Satyawati College (Evening) University of Delhi, talked about Writing Environmental History of Medieval India.
Europe: Transition to Capitalism and Modernity was the third session chaired by Dr. Arvind Sinha, Centre for Historical Studies, Jawahar Lal Nehru University, New Delhi. He said that any discussion on transition must make a comparative analysis of two different stages of historical developments to assess the range and extent of transformation. This theorization was followed by lecture of Dr. Najaf Haider of Centre for Historical Studies, Jawahar Lal Nehru University, New Delhi. He spoke on Economies of the Early Modern World. He began with the premise that study of early modern economy faces two problems- (a) economy as an integrated system in which Europe, Asia & Africa new world is possible to have a framework which bring them together. (b) Where to begin the discussion, what is the right date. Dr Amrit Kaur Basra, Department of History, Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, University of Delhi made h e r p r e s e n t a t i o n o n P o l i t i c a l Transformation in Early Modern World. Dr. Denys Leighton, Visiting Professor, Ambedkar University, New Delhi, spoke on Reformation in Early Modern Europe.
Fourth technical session Revolutions, Counter- Revolutions and Reaction in Modern World was chaired by Professor
Amar Farooqui, Department of History, University of Delhi. Dr. Sneh Mahajan, Retired Reader, Indraprastha College, University of Delhi, delivered her lecture on Women in French Revolution. Dr. Anirudh D e s h p a n d e , A s s o c i a te P ro fe s s o r, Department of History, University of Delhi presented the theme Revolution and Counter Revolution in Modern World.
The fifth technical session Colonization, Resistance and Liberation Movements was chaired by Professor Basudev Chatterjee, Head, Department of History, University of Delhi. Professor. R. Gopinath, Department of History and Culture, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi spoke on Developmental Consequences of Colonial Rule in India. Dr. Biswamoy Pati, Department of History, University of Delhi spoke on the Liberation Movements Compared: China and India, 1920s & 1940s. Dr. Rana. P. Behal, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi spoke on the theme Dominance and Resistance: Assam Tea Plantations during Colonial Rule.
The last and sixth session was a talk by Mr. Mukul Mangalik, Associate Professor, Ramjas College, University of Delhi followed by screening of the movie The Battle of Algiers and a discussion on the movie.
Members of the History society particularly Nilesh Kumar, Abhijeet Singh, Ankit Arvind Pathak, Prabhash Saurabh Rao, Shalini Tyagi, Meenal Dharia, Rajesh Kumar Kurrey, Preetkaran Dhaliwal, Abul Hasnat Rizvi, Kanika Kaur Sarao, Monika Chaudhary, Kamaldeep Punia, Aman Kumar, Mayur Hazarika, Pawan Kumar, Shantanu Ramchandran, Vivek Jaiswal, Prikartish Dutta Baruha, and Ranjeet Kaur worked hard to make the event a success.
The organizing committee comprised Sardar Joginder Singh Walia (Chairman, Governing Body), Sardar Iqbal Singh Anand (Treasurer, Governing Body), Dr. Jaswinder
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Singh (Principal), Dr. Shalin Jain (Convener), Dr. Snehlata Anand, Dr. Rajshree Dhali, Dr. Asad Ahmed, Dr. Bhawna Goel, Dr. Pratibha Chawla , Dr. Santosh Kumar Rai and Dr. Sumail Singh Sidhu.
The workshop was successful Scholars not o n l y d i s c u s s e d p e d a g o g i c a l a n d methodological issues, they also focused on the required urgency to overhaul certain aspects of the history syllabus for the undergraduates particularly European History courses.
Dr. Shalin JainConvener, Department of History
ØSRIJAN --- 12-13 November 2010
Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College hosted the first ever cultural fest – Srijan-
th th2010 – held on 12 and 13 November 2010, under the aegis of the Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC), University of Delhi, to showcase the talent of the University's students with disabilities, and to give them a platform to express and nurture their creativity. During the two day fest, the differently able students of various colleges and departments competed in seventeen fine art events including performing, visual and creative arts.
The response to the call for participation for some of the events was immense; preliminary rounds were conducted. The EOC members and staff under the leadership of Prof Ramakant Agnihotri, Dr Tanmoy Bhattacharya (presently co-ordinator, EOC) and Dr Nisha Singh (OSD, EOC) joined hands with Dr Suchitra Gupta, Deputy Dean, Culture, and her team from The Culture Council of the University, and the staff and students of the host institute in the preparations for the event.
Early on the 12th morning, the participants came in large numbers, and soon the auditorium was filled with excitement and
joy. The Principal of the host institute, Dr Jaswinder Singh, cut the customary red ribbon to declare the meet open. The forty trained student volunteers from college and convenors took full responsibilities for their respective events. Dr Laxmi Narula, EOC co-ordinator of the hosts worked earnestly
The Vice Chancellor of the University – Prof Dinesh Singh, arrived for the formal inaugural at 11.30am. While he was apprised of the activities of the EOC and the plans ahead, he delivered a 'straight from the heart' speech!
Over the two days , the s ing ing , instrumental, dance and drama events were held inside the auditorium. The rangoli, mehendi, painting, sketching, poster making events were conducted in the outer flanks of the auditorium. The declamation, creative writing – prose and poetry were conducted in the Zoology Department of the College.
On both evenings, the contestants were entertained with the colours of Punjab – Gidda courtesy Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce on 12 November and Bhangra courtesy Sri Guru Nanak Dev College on the 13 November.
thMid-day on the 13 saw the arrival of two esteemed guests – Dr Uma Tuli (the first Chief Commissioner for Person with Disability, founder Managing Secretary of Amar Jyoti Charitable Trust, Secretary General, National Abilympics Association of India – NAAI, Member International A b i l y m p i c F e d e r a t i o n E x e c u t i v e Committee) and Ms Tarlochan Dhillon (National Secretary, NAAI). Encore, encore! Some performances repeated! Our guests were simply floored!
The finale, the prize distribution Dr Jaswinder Singh, Principal of the host institute, did the honors. 246 participations, 93 awards! The award for the Best College in participation and performance was
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bagged by Kirori Mal College. Kudos! Srijan has arrived!
Dr. Komal Kamra
(Member, EOC, University of Delhi)
Dept. of Zoology, SGTB Khalsa College
Ø23 November, 2010
The ninth guru of Sikhs Sahib Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji who sacrificed his life for safeguarding the religions belief of Kashmir's pandits, was martyred by Aurangzeb. After his martyrdom he was given the title 'hind di chaadar, Tegh Bahadur' This historical day is celebrated every year as the college founders day.
The celebration took place at the College Gurudwara. This sacred occasion was celebrated by reciting gurbani. The programme began with shabad recital by the students of divinity society 'Anhad'. This was followed by shabad kirtan sung by eminent raagis : Bhai Nirmal Singh Ji, Bhai Amrik Singh Ji Zakhmi and our ex-student Parampreet Kaur (winner Bhalo Bhalo in Keertaniya). The occasion was also graced by Dr. Bhupinder Singh who gave some information about Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur's life history. The melodious Gurbaani recital created a tranquil aura. The programme ended with Ardas followed by hukamnama. After this langar was served lovingly prepared by dedicated College students.
ØBOOK RELEASE ---3 February, 2011
The book entitled, Textbook of Fungi and Their Allies written by Inderjit Kaur Sethi & Surinder Kaur Walia, both Associate Professors of Botany at SGTB Khalsa College was launched on Feb. 03, 2011 by Professor Anupam Varma, National Professor IARI, New Delhi, INSA Honorary Scientist and by Professor I. Usha Rao, Head, Department of
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Botany, University of Delhi, in the Department of Botany, SGTB Khalsa College.
The book aims to provide an insight into the fundamental and basic concepts of mycology in a simple manner but, also exposes the students to the complexities of the fascinating world of fungi. The book is based on the latest phylogenetic information and principles involved in their classification. All efforts have been made to include current and relevant information for the benefit of students. This text book is a culmination result of the years of authors' involvement in the teaching and research activities in Mycology and Phytopathology.
Ø6-8 February, 2011
Ecotryst, The Economics Society, S.G.T.B. Khalsa College organised Its Annual Economics Festival “ Convergence 2011” on
th ththe 8 -9 February 2011. Amidst an excited lots of Students and Organisers, the event was kickstarted by the society President Akshay Anand Kohli wherein he announced The Ecotryst's Association with Indian Vision Foundation, an NGO run by Kiran Bedi which was followed by an Inaugral Talk by Dr. T.A. Bhavani on the arousing Topic of “ Political Economy Of Economic Reforms”. Teachers and students alike, were witnessed in rapt attention assimilating the facts rolled out by Dr. T.A.. Bhavani. Inquizitive: An Economics and Business Quiz was organised which witnessed exorbitant participation from coveted Institutions like the Delhi School of Economics and off Campus Colleges like the College of Vocational Studies. The event was Sponsored by Mahavir Jain Academy .The next event was the Group Discussion which was Organised by the Zion Education I n s t i t u t i o n w h i c h w i t n e s s e d t h e
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Participants engaging in a one of Its kind war of words trying to reach at A Group conclusion. Creativity at Its best. This was truly the mantra when It came to next fraction of the event, The Ad-Mad, which tested Participants not only on their knowledge about various advertisements but also Made Them Cook Up An Advertisement Around Farcical Props Like The Body Wax , One Shoe and the Likes.First day was concluded with the Amazing Eco Race: Run for Money, a one of Its kind Adventure Race which cal led for participants to whirl from one spot In the North Campus area to another within the same Campus only by way of solving different questions at each spot. The first to reach The College Premises back were declared winners.Day two of the Enthralling Convergence 2011 was Drumrolled by a talk given by Reetika Khera on “Food Security In India And Way Ahead” A topic which left people from Economics and Non Economic background equally spellbound. It was tailgated by an Interactive session of questions and answers and also, with students vowing to join the movement of food security in India.Theoretical knowledge was put to practical use by the Budding Economists while participating in next event for the day, policy making. The participants solved utopian problems demanding real Life Policy Solutions. First ever of its kind, the event saw mammoth participation.Dr. Partha Sen from Delhi School of Economics enlightened the audience present on the core Issue of ” Capital Flows into India and Policy Perspective”.Dynamic minds battled it out on the debating platform of 'The Hard Talk' locking horns over the topic of “ Should Dollar be Replaced as the World Currency?” The atmosphere became vibrant with the
a u d i e n c e p u m p i n g m o m e n t o u s interjections towards the speakers. Ecotryst joined hands with DIFM (Delhi Institute of Financial Markets) to present tame the bull: a virtual stock stimulation event which, for the first time ever also included live trading. Stock market enthusiasts were seen truly “Taming The Bull”. It was an enthralling event which marked the conclusion of convergence 2011. Convergence 2011 besides being supported by dexterous faculty and a Diligent Army of Student Organisers, also found umpteen support from its sponsors namely Coca Cola, Mahavir Jain Academy, DIFM, Spykar, T-Shirt Brand 1469, Zion Education, Bliss Point, Sahara India, International College of Financial Planning.
ØCOMZONE ---
10--12 February, 2011
The Tradition Continues
The Commerce Society of SGTB Khalsa College hosted yet another successful version of our annual inter college commerce fest "Comzone-2011" dated 10th and 11th of February 2011. The event extended its duration to a period of two days unlike previous year's one day .COMZONE included various academic events like 'Business quiz', ' Double ADD-MAD', 'Mock-stock', 'Business plan', Group discussion, Debate, Just a minute( JAM) , Sudoku and crosswords puzzles. The teachers and the executive body of commerce society initiated an inclusion of certain cultural activities and competitions with a touch of commerce. These included T-shirt painting, Collage making, Street play and Junk yard. The success of the event was witnessed by the participation of students not only from Delhi Universityall but from other universities also like Indraprasta Universtity. Mockstock as expected saw
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participation of more than 70 teams. It was pleasant to see enthusiastic and large amount of participation in such newly introduced competitions. There were many cash prizes to be won in each event. Certificates were also awarded to the winners..The commerce society saw large number of freshers who volunteered to make comzone a success. On the last day of comzone, commerce society organized a talent hunt for fresher batch 2010-11. We saw some good singers , dancers ,poets and instrumentalists during the show.
We would hereby like to take the opportunity to thank our Principal and Vice Principal for their time and support without which hosting such an event would not have been possible.It also would not have been possible without the invaluable support and guidance of Dr. Sukhvir Singh, (Convener of Department), Dr H.V.Jhamb(Convener of Commerce Society) and Dr .Kamaldeep Kaur (Student Advisor) and other teachers of the department. We are also grateful to our sponsors for their contributions, in monetary as well as in kind, which helped us to make our fest a huge success. The core team of the commerce society should also be applauded for their efforts and input in making this event a grand affair. Last but not the least we would also like to thank our team of more 60 volunteers who worked to the best of their capabilities. The Commerce Society of S.G.T.B. Khalsa College has once again proven to be the finest in the University and strives to continue with full zeal and enthusiasm in the years to come.
ØLASHKARA ---
24-26 February, 2011Annual College Festival: The much awaited Khalsa Festival held from February 24 to Febraury 26 was an astounding success. The College , during the three days wore a festive look and despite the inclement
weather there was huge participation in all the events, above expectations. Sardar J.S. Walia , the Chairman of the Governing Body along with Sardar Gurbachan Singh Sahni, member, Governing Body inaugurated the festival. They, along with the Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh,VicePrincipal, Sardar Jaspal Singh and theStudents' advisor, Dr. Nimmi Singh lit the ceremonial lamp.
The inaguration was followed by the Gurbani Kirtan competition in which seven teams from different colleges participated. The competitions in pot painting, treasure hunt , Rangoli, gali cricket and tug of war went on simultaneously at different places in the college premises.
The significant event on the first day was the soul stirring performance of Sufi musics by the famous sufi singer from Punjab, Begum Sayeda. Her voice mesmerised the audience. This was followed by the dinner.
The second day of the festival, 25th Feb was the day of competitions. The Pratayksh stage play, that lasted for eight hours, was a great success. The solo song competition consisting of two categories, Indian and western also evoked a good response. Among other events were Poetry recitation in English, Hindi and Punjabi; a debate on Is India a Banana Republic, comedy competition and gali cricket.
The third and the final day was one of dance and music. The Folk dance competition in Bhangra, Gidda and Rajasthani dances created quite a stir. Mr. Hari Shankar Gupta, Member legislative assembly, Ashok Vihar was the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony and the prize distribution function.
The Grand Finale of the festival was a live performance in dance, music and songs by the young rising Punjab Singer, Amrinder Gill, who entertained a gathering of 6000 and kept them spell bound for complete two hours with his mind-blowing performance.
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The three day festival was a disciplined affair. Its success was due to the support that the organising committee receiced fro the Principal, Staff and the students. The Students' Union office bearers deserve a special thanks as they worked day and night to get sponsorship for the festival and were present from morning till late evening.
Dr. Nimmi Singh
ØMEDIA SEMINAR4 March, 2011
The Sunday Indian in association with the Department of Web Journalism and Sports Economics and Marketing, SGTB Khalsa college , University of Delhi organised the media seminar on 'New Media-youth media: Challenges and Opportunities' in the auditorium of the college
thon 4 March, 2011. The panel members who discussed about the subject were : Anurag Thakur (MP), Ravish Kumar (Blogger and Executive Editor NDTV India), Aditiya Raj Kaul (Internet Activist), Anjana Kashyap (News 24), Sheetal Rajput (Prime Time Anchor & Input Editor, U.P Zee News), Omkasreshwar Pandey, Dr. Jaswinder Singh (Principal, SGTB Khalsa College).
The seminar was organised on the closing of two courses-web journalism and sports economics and marketing .It proved to be very successful as more than 600 people attended the seminar .
The panel members highlighted the advantages of the new media, internet media over the other forms of media i.e. print and electronics. Ravish Kumar said that the access of internet has made the existence of editors in the main stream media very passive these days. Anurag Kashyap said that web has redefined the contours of our existence. Aditya Raj Kaul talked that a lot introspection needs to be done in the case of internet as it is used much more at a personal level nowdays , without considering the fact that it is a public forum .Policies should be formulated to act against those who misuse it .
Anjana Kashyap motivated the audience to express their personal opinion on several issues
as it creates a lot of political pressure and thus results in justice . Sheetal Rajput tried to show the power of internet by the role it has played in “Wikileaks” and other such major issues.
Dr. Smita Mishra
ØBUTALIA : VISITS COLLEGE -- 9 March, 2011
Department of History of the College added another feather to its activities when distinguished writer, publisher, feminist as well as historian Urvashi Butalia, the face and voice of feminist literature and publishing in India, accepted its invitation and delivered a talk “Narratives of The Partition: Looking at The
thStories People Carry”, on, Wednesday, 9 March, 2011. It is to be noted that this year Republic of India has awarded Urvashi Butalia Padamshree for her distinguished services in the field of Literature and Education.
Urvashi told three rather different stories of partition pointing to somewhat similar questions. She gave example of her own maternal family about how even the experiences bereft of violence could be so painful. Butalia asked: how can such moments be memorialized, particularly when the histories they speak of are violent ones? Or, indeed, when the histories they seek to memorialize are living histories, those whose protagonists are still around, those whose influence is still visible in our lives.
To begin with, many people have deeply submerged memories they would rather forget. Some have a lot to hide, and a lot to lose by publicly recounting what happened to them. For instance, tens of thousands of women were abducted at the time, and forcibly married into households of men belonging to another faith. Some women were later "returned" in a rather poorly-conceived fashion through an agreement between the two governments. But many converted and then proceeded to conceal their former identities. The prospect of digging up this past is not one that people jump into willingly.
There is also the question of how to approach people who themselves committed acts of
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violence. In Partition very often people who were victims (say, of displacement) themselves committed acts of unthinkable violence on a small scale, sometimes against their own family members.
In her talk, Butalia also referred to the violence against Sikhs in Delhi in 1984, in the wake of the murder of Indira Gandhi. Her participation in the relief efforts initially started her on the path towards The Other Side of Silence her most celebrated work. It was there that she became aware that Partition memories are still very much alive; family members recounting violence in 1984 were themselves in many cases people who had been dislocated in the Partition. Butalia discovered that their memories of the earlier event were still active in the experience of the present. She also talked about dilemma of Dalits and their status vis-à-vis both Hindu and Muslim communities and demand for Achutistan.
The talk was followed by screening of Garam Hawa ( Scorching Winds) a 1973 Hindi film directed by M. S. Sathyu and based on an unpublished short story by Ismat Chughtai .The film deals with the plight of a North Indian Muslim family, based in Agra in the post-partition era. As film's protagonist Salim Mirza (Balraj Sahni in his last film performance), deals with this dilemma of whether to move to Pakistan or stay back, the film details the slow disintegration of his family, and is one of the most poignant films ever made on India's partition. Dr.Sumail Singh Sidhu introduced the movie for the audiences.
The Guest was welcomed by the Joint Secretary of the History Society and B.A.Honours I Year student Ranjit Kaur, the programme was anchored by Ankit Arvind Pathak of B.A. Honours II Year and vote of thanks was delivered by the President of the History Society and B.A.Honours III Year student Nilesh Kumar.
The programme organized at the Sant H.S. Longowal Sports Complex of the college was attended by more than hundred peoples including college faculty members, students and guests from other colleges.
Dr. Shalin Jain, Convener
Department of History
ØBBE FESTIVAL - PERSPICA9 - 12 March, 2011
The college has been running B.A.(Hons) business economics from the past 4 years that imparts professional training to its students. The BBE society RAAH has been really flourishing under the benign guidance of its convenor Dr. Bhibhu Prasad Sahu. One of the efforts in this direction has been the Organisation of two-day National Seminar (on 9th and 10th of March) which is a part of Perspica (BBE Annual Fest). Various eminent personalities graced the occasion. The topic of the seminar was Globalisation and Indian Economy. Isher Judge Ahluwalia (Chairperson, ICRIER) was the guest of honour and unveiled the BBE Annual Magazine, Bizonomist. Prof. J.P. Sharma (DSE), Ashok Sahu (Principal Advisor, Planning Commission) Dr. Jaswinder Singh, Principal, (SGTB Khalsa College) were few of the many notable speakers who addressed the gathering.
11th and 12th March were fun filled days with competitions like debates, mock stock, crazy make over sponsored by AVON beauty products, rangoli etc. taking place. The average footfall was nearly about 500 each day. On the whole ,the event was a stupendous success. It was indeed a feast for all the students and teachers attending it.
Jyotika Bhalla
1. S. Tarlochan Singh Sarna Memorial Scholarship for excellence in Kirtan Recitation : Awarded to Harkirat Kaur, B.A. (H) English, III year
2. Principal Labh Singh Memorial Scholarship for excellence in Kirtan Recitation : Awarded to Gurjeet Kaur, B.A. (H) Political Science, III year.
3. Dr. Ratan Singh Anand Memorial Scholarship for excellence in Kirtan Recitation : Awarded to Tejeshwar Singh, B.Com (Prog.) II year.
4. Jathedar Jatinder Singh Sandhu Memorial Scholarship for most deserving Gursikh Student: Awarded to Sarabjeet Kaur, B.A. (H) Economics, II year
Divinity Scholarships - 2010-11
Zeniths of KhalsaPeople who have made Khalsa proud...
Ritu
B.A. (Hons.) English (1990-93)
A y o u n g , u n d e r weight (than 40 kgs), dark girl sheepishly walked into SGTB K h a l s a c o l l e g e - wear ing a loose salwar and an over sized khadi kurta, nervously in college, bustling with all sorts of people. . . .kept
telling herself to focus but her mind couldn't help wondering at all the big, colorful cars she saw at the parking and the brightest of the bright turbans.... had never seen the two in such variety and number!
I had made it to the third (final) list of English honors...but what was important was that I was going to be in a class which was taught by this painfully( sigh!!) good looking teacher...long legs, thin waist, biceps, triceps, tall, dark- Greek God in short! Suvir Kaul!!! Even his name sounded godly!! I imagined that we would finally fall in love and live happily ever after, not realizing that practically all the other girls , not just in our class but in the entire college had the same dream!!!. But it wasn't just pure love for Dr Kaul. There was this college canteen- A place you could retire as soon as you stepped out of the U-special at 9 am. Chai and samosas with hot piping bread pakoras- this was my paradise!!! This was the "pavitra bhoomi" where many battles were fought- Women's" Liberation, Mandal issue, Hindu-Muslim conflicts.....
Those were "My salad days, when I was green in judgment, cold in blood" but this
was not just a place where I had my first crush and many heart breaks, bunked classes and watched movies with friends but this was also the place where I fell in love with "Gurbani" and learnt more about religious tolerance.
Zaalim Singh...another name that comes so vividly in my memory when I think back ...a man with the meanest possible face....with the rudest tone, merciless and unforgiving to almost all boys and the a total sweetheart to most girls....was a name that was synonymous for safety in Khalsa College.
Now when I reflect back in time more than 20 years later, it's tough to not reminisce those times without tears in my eyes....It's not just that I met some of the best teachers/ human beings - Novy ( buddy) Sir, Lakhmir Singh, Dr BS Rattan, the late Bikash Roychowdhary, Javed Malick and the others but some of the best class mates...Apart from two very special people who became an integral part of my life...one turned into my husband and the other as a lifelong friend.....people I turn to when in need of courage and support.
I can tell you guys that for those of you who are eager to grow up and feel they are ready to take on life...the next challenge.. .the next level....who are so desperate to fast forward life...HOLD
ON....PAUSE....LISTEN TO ME.....This is the best time of your life...relish every bit of it...squeeze every second out of the day....you will get great things in life...a great job, a great partner, great colleagues...but trust me ....this will be the best time of your life....if God gave me one wish....I would want to go back in time....I'm now living in Tokyo ,working as a HR
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(H.R. Recruiter in Tokyo)
recruiter for over five years now after working for over ten years with various asset management companies and private sector banks....But I tell you this with my hand on my heart...those days were the best ever.....
I often sing these lines with my 11 year old daughter when I think of my time then.....
I know that I am leaving my best friend,
A friend who taught me right from wrong,
And weak from strong,
That's a lot to learn,
What, what can I give you in return?If you wanted the moon I would try to make a start,
But I, would rather you let me give my heart,
To Sir, with Love.
Mark John Sathiabalan(Vice President of General Electric - Employee Services Leader.)B.A. (Hons.) English (1995-98)
It's a privilege and honor to be a part of Khalsa College and I always look back at the wonderful experience I had with Professors and fellow students which played a part in shaping my life. Here you go…
Q. How does it feel to be the V.P. of GE? Was the road to this destination rough and long?
A. I have a feeling of pride and a sense of achievement in being the Employee Services leader in General Electric. As the saying goes, in order to climb a mountain, you have to take it a step at a time, there are many ways to get to the top....there will be obstacles, but if you look hard enough, you
will always find a way around it. Yes, it's been a tough ride, but one that makes it all worth it when you look back.
Q. How do you tackle tough situations? Do you have any mantra that you chant in stressful situations?
A. The secret to tackling tough situations is to remain calm. "It's best to keep your head when others around you are losing it!" Assessing the situation, taking stock and then trying to find the appropriate way forward will help you tackle tough situations and get out of them. Sometimes you will also make mistakes. Be responsible for your actions and decisions, own up to them, and then move on in your life!
Q. What are your hobbies? What do you do to de-stress yourself?
A. I love playing Golf...and find it a great game to de-stress oneself! It is important to identify what you are passionate about... then take time out to pursue it. Keeping your dream alive becomes difficult as we gets engrossed in our lives and take on additional responsibilities of having a job, getting married, raising kids and giving back to society. Find the right balance in your life...for yourself, your family, friends, vocation and society.
Q. What is your success mantra?
A. I have striven hard to be considered an honest and hard working human being, and then found the right environment and company to flourish in! GE has a great set of values which has allowed it to survive over a 100 years, the secret of its longevity are its great corporate values in doing business. Success is a relative term. It is more important to be true to yourself, have a good set of values, live your life with sound principles and then let the hard work translate into achievement in your chosen field.
Q. What role has Khalsa played in
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your success?
A. College years are when one transitions from childhood into Adults. Khalsa provided me that opportunity to be myself, help define my personality and find my feet. My professors helped me question life, face up to reality and set me up for success in life. They became guides and friends to remember and call upon in good or tough times. From playing soccer for the college, bunking classes to go to K-nags or play table tennis, to facing up to hooligans trying to act funny with girls in the U-Specials...the years in Khalsa has left a lasting impression in my life.
Q. A piece of advice that you would like to give to other Khalsaites.
A. Live life to the fullest, pursue your dreams, be true to yourself and have a good life!
Q. And lastly sir, give a brief feedback on your career and achievements.
A. I started my career in 1989 in sales at an Office Automation company called Network. A year later, I got an opportunity to work in American Express TRS for 5 years which honed my professional skills and made me develop into a true professional being able to work anywhere across the globe. I also came across great people whom I had the privilege to working with and who became my friends.
A five year stint as an Entrepreneur did not pan out the way I would've liked, and having tasted mixed success, I was forced to wind up the business and look for another job. Identifying the right business of BPOs to get into at that time was good foresight. I joined a startup company EXL Services and then moved to GE Capital in 2000. The last 10 years with GE and Genpact in Outsourcing Operations and Transitions has taken me across the globe to work in places like Dalian, China; Merthyr Tydfil, Wales; San Jose, Costa Rica; London, Chicago, New
York, Hong Kong and other places around the globe.
I am back working with GE in Gurgaon... loving my work and enjoying the challenges that come with it. There's still a long way to go, and miles to go before I sleep, and to my fellow Khalsites, keep dreaming, keep your passion alive and live to the fullest...Chak de phatte!!!
Arun Menon(Business Development ManagerHCL Technologies Life Sciences Division)B.Sc. Zoology(Hons)-2002-2005
I live to make an Impact
Life @ 3+2 Years
Generally students who pass their higher secondary with science subject and specially on top of it students who get selected in Zoology (H), their first day starts on first bench with first period of 'Chordate'. Incidentally my first day in college started in the cricket ground where heavy gamble was on, don't worry the betting was just on individual Thums Up drink.
With 2.5 lakhs students passing every year just from Delhi and around 7 lakhs outside Delhi, there is a titanic struggle to get one seat in a lot of 80,000 in Delhi University. With this kind of rush, there were also some seats reserved for foreign nationals too but I was lucky to get one seat in SGTB Khalsa
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College in second merit list; it was not coincidence, no sports quota but yes the output of passion in higher secondary school. SGTB Khalsa was known for its science faculty specially the zoology department apart from the sports complex, beautiful girls and the parking lot with high end cars and bikes. It's the last college in North campus at extreme corner near Kingsway camp.
Days passed by and I made lots of good friends like Rahul, Surjeet, Nishtha, Bharat and many more. The only thing we all were doing was enjoying life in our own way. Our typical college life would start in morning with missing the first period and having breakfast at Tom uncle's food bay outside the college. Then Surjeet and I would get messages to join back the academics by second period. Being the naughtiest of the group,still we were the first to give our academic work to teacher, that's a different story that we were also the first one to get it back for rework. Our afternoons were either at cafeteria or at Chawla's Mukherjee Nagar and sometimes at Kamla Nagar's Keventers. By the time everybody goes home, my evenings were reserved for soccer practices being the captain I always used to be the first one on the ground followed by our vice-captain Rahul.
Our academics spoc for our gang was Nishtha from giving a synopsis of class to our homework to our books and syllabus. She was the one who used to take care of our academics and studies so that we don't miss anything. There were very few like Nishtha who actually used to study and concentrate on their curriculum. Our class was little weird and it was the only class whose actual thought process was not into Zoology but in every other thing. In beginning of the year I started to notice that my class folks joined fashion team, dramatics, choreography and sports which were official reasons to skip the classes
apart from unofficial ways like watching movies, playing cricket or basketball matches etc. These official ways were the best way to get attendance and skip the classes.
Mass bunk of classes was a rare phenomenon as few students were still continuing the legends of zoology course. But the question lies how did the rest manage in the first year of examination if their participation was too low in the class. The answer to this is the photocopying machines at Patel chest near the college. Our curriculum was based on the yearly system where examination happened at the end of the year with the attendance rate of 50%. Now students who actually get into Zoology (H) course have scored pretty well
thin their 12 board examination which is the obvious reason why they are here, that makes them triple confident and Einstein in itself. The other reason of their confidence is that we just had two subjects of Zoology to cover and other were subsidiary subjects like Chemistry and Botany where we just need to clear. So lot of money is pumped and you get the Xerox notes and the books ready. While you are doing this entire, one might encounter lot of colored posters around; they are nothing but call for jam sessions and fest all around the North campus. Now you know what people might have chosen even though one had just two months left for annual exams.
Exams finishes, results get declared and the mark sheet is good enough to cover our face till the college gate. Majority of my class folks including me get smashed by the marks scored. Finally the awakening happens, for some it's for few months and for others it's for a day and can be even for hours. But for me the awakening was for a long period. The only question which was going through my mind was “WHO AM I?” I was not able to answer. There was something missing or rather lot of things. I
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realized my track was wrong and I have to come back on the right path but how?
The first thing, I did was joining a gym. I believed that healthy body reflects healthy mind which indirectly affects your personality and confidence. Joining gym also brought a discipline in my life where I made sure I devote 1-2 hours of workout every day. My food habits were totally in control, I totally transformed from skinny guy to normal healthy next door guy. Eventually my friends started to follow my workout routines and diet due to astonishing changes in me. Today it's been 7 years and I am still continuing the same plus I give health advices, workout schedules and diet charts to all the levels of management people in my office.
The second objective was to become independent and satisfy my inner crave of exploration which was achieved through part time jobs and bike trips. I joined a promotions and exhibition firm where I did anchoring and promotions for Disney, Nickelodeon, Airtel, Twining's etc. I was also part of lot of business exhibition and promotions which exposed me through lot of corporate activities and industry people. Slowly I started to understand the world dynamics i.e. basics of market and the economy of the world where people, g o v e r n m e n t a n d c o m p a n i e s a r e dependent.
I formed a 12 member bike group called 'Bikerz Stop' and eventually another group called 'Hawkz'. Our genre was long trip destinations, trekking and hiking, exploring new and untouched human places through bikes. We did around 20+ bike trips till date which were chal lenging and knowledgeable. We still continue to do the same.
These all were acting like fuel to my brain, making it open to innovation and idea generation. In a technology term I was
rebooting my processer with new operating system, upgrading the RAM and hard disk. In this process I was able to understand how to divide the time and efforts in extracurricular activities and studies.
Eventually, I started picking up my subject Zoology through regularity in classes and interaction with teachers. Thanks to our dedicated teachers like Mrs. Raksha Sethi , Dr. Laxmi Narula, Dr. Komal Kamra, Late Dr. Satinder Kaur, Dr. G S Virdi, Mr. QU Khan and many more who have tried to strengthen my base. But as soon as I was taking the dive of the subject, the curriculum ended and I passed my B.Sc. Zoology (H) degree with just an average score. Now the question was “What's next”, most of the students were getting enrolled to M.Sc. in different Life Sciences subject. But I was sure that I didn't want to go in the area of research. So I started attending lot of career programs and educat ional exhibitions for at least two months to check on other options.
It was a big risk to me as everybody got enrolled and I was still searching the right course which will decide the fate of my career. The only thing I wanted was I didn't want to leave the Life Sciences background and in parallel wanted the course to be managerial and creative too. After so many exhibition and counseling forums, I was not able to find one, until one day I accidently bumped into overseas educational exhibition. There I encountered a course called as MBA biotechnology which was available in our own India through Amity Institute of Biotechnology. At that time this course was only present in two colleges in India one was though Amity University and other was from some college in Pune. This course was basic mixture of Life Sciences and management. And that's what I wanted.
I joined this course through entrance test,
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got a scholarship and the journey started. This course was challenging from the previous one as it was a semester program, each semester had 21 subjects due to combinat ion of management and biotechnology subjects. In spite of the tough schedule I was participating in other activities like soccer, athletics, college fashion shows, event management team and the placement group. I was constantly in process of transforming myself, my only goal was to learn and learn as much as I can.
And then one day I was given a chance to demonstrate my learning, I joined elder pharmaceuticals for my summer internship program for two months where I was given an objective to study the sales of particular drug in Delhi region which was launched that time. I gave my analysis through reports and some of my suggestions to improve the sales of the drug. The sales head of the company was so impressed with the numbers and the suggestion that he called up our college director as a token of appreciation and invitation to join the company's business development team.
Days passed and we were hitting the end of the course, companies were pouring in the campus for recruitment. I missed first 10 companies as I wanted to hit HCL Technologies Life Sciences division. HCL was my dream company due to the brand value it had and also it was one of the global IT companies which had mixture of IT innovations and the Life Sciences domain in it. A perfect company to start with. It was the only IT Life Sciences Company which has been visiting our campus often. The students had craze for this company for the kind of package they offer. Finally the company visited and I made it for the one whole day interview. It was like a dream come true. My hard work was a benefit, my grades had improved, I scored 8.0 CGPA.
Finally the convocation day comes and I got
my postgraduate degrees followed by one award i .e .“Best in Demonstrat ing Leadership Qualities” in the whole Amity Institute of Biotechnology College. That was again a very big thing in itself for me. I know I was back in the right track.
After all this I had to travel to Chennai for joining HCL Life Sciences as Management trainee. In this period of four years I just did one thing learning and extracting knowledge from wherever I could. Slowly due to heavy feeding of information to my brain resulted in idea generation. I started to give the company new concepts, I didn't wanted to do a job just for the sake of salary I get, I wanted to be known for something which I contributed to the company. Today if you talk about semantic technology and biotechnology service line only one name comes in mind of professionals in the company i.e. Arun Menon i.e. me. Today when I ask “who am I”. I don't have to answer; people say he is Mr. Menon- the HCL transformer guy. And I want to continue to do the same maybe on larger grounds.
Arun Menon works for HCL Technologies in the Life Sciences division. He handles new business developments where their team is in constant search for new innovative services which can improve the efficiency of the Life Sciences customer. One of his major contribution includes Semantic technology and biotechnology services lines. An active sports player. His major accolades are in state level athletics in all major events and soccer. He is also an avid biker as he owns a sports bike, Yamaha R-15 racing edition.
To chat with him write at: [email protected] Visit his profile:h t t p : / / i n . l i n ke d i n . c o m / p u b /a r u n -menon/b/a2a/542
Compiled by Mohsina Ghayas, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
Jyotika Bhalla, BBE 3rd year
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Nostalgic scribblesA trip down memory lane by alumni
Dr. Inderpreet SinghB.Sc. (Hons.) Electronics --- 2000-2003Assistant Professor (Ad hoc)Department of Physics
t h After my 12 class exams I was very much worr ied about my admission in a reputed college. Although I had applied in numerous colleges but I had a strong desire to join SGTB Khalsa College. The same happened
and I got my name in the first cut off list for B.Sc. (Hons.) Electronics in this college.On my first day to college, I was very much afraid of ragging. However, there was nothing like that but a short introduction session with the seniors and therefore I got a smoother start in the college. The college building, basket ball court, canteen, huge play ground and Gurudwara impressed me a lot. Slowly, I made myself comfortable in the college and got new friends.In the college, I learnt a great deal from my lecturers and seniors. The lab staff had also been very nice to us and they always helped us in understanding the experiments. Outside the classes also we had a lot to do. To satisfy our appetite we have two places namely the college canteen and Uncle Tom's shop. Sitting there for hours after classes was our favorite time pass. We also used to visit the Gurudwara inside the college premises once a week.For studies, I had this basic approach of attending all the classes and completing my home work. However, I got serious for studies only during my examinations. This helped me in getting good score in the B.Sc. but it was not enough for getting admission in the M.Sc. Electronics course in Electronic
Science department of Delhi University (South Campus). For that, I worked very hard to clear the entrance examination of M.Sc. and the college notes proved to be very useful for this. After completing my M.Sc. examination, I joined PhD in the same department. During my studies in the south campus I missed my college a lot and I had in my mind that for teaching I will rejoin my college.As soon as I qualified NET exam and completed my PhD, I joined SGTB Khalsa College as lecturer in the electronics department. My first period was in the physics lab. It was all the same as it had been in my time, the only difference was that now I have to teach. The experience of teaching students at the same place where I had learned, 10 years back, was magnificent. I am enjoying my second innings in the college and it feels great on sitting on the other side of the table along with my teachers. I am very proud and happy to be associated with SGTB Khalsa College again.
Dr. Ravinder Kaur BediB.A. (Hons.) Punjabi & M.A. Punjabi --- 1995-2000Assistant Professor (Ad hoc)Department of PunjabiI am an alumnus of SGTB Khalsa College. The three years that I spent here as a student is the most memorable time of my life. I still cherish the memories of those days when our group of girls would enjoy the free time in college cafeteria or other eateries nearby, indulge in gossip, share our moments of happiness and lived a full life. The faculty in the college was very
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illustrious, competent and cooperative. They were always available for assisting students and solving their problems. The whole atmosphere in the college was very conducive to learning.During my time here as a student, I developed a strong respect for the values that our college stands for. This respect gave birth to a strong desire in me. I wanted to help the future students better appreciate everything that our college reflected – I wanted to become a faculty here. I labored hard and with the grace of Waheguruji, I was the topper in the Delhi University in M.A. (Punjabi) examination (Year 2000) and became a gold medalist. Prior to that, I had attained the Silver medal and secured the second position in the Delhi University in B.A. (Hons) examination (Year 1998). These brilliant academic achievements have helped in realizing my dream and today I am here as an Asstt. Professor (adhoc) in Punjabi Department. It is a thrilling experience coming back to same classrooms, now in a different role, meeting my old teachers now as colleagues but with the same respect in my mind for them. Above all they too have always received me affectionately, supported and treated me as their junior colleague. In such a supportive environment I have never felt lonely or a new comer and with this backdrop I have been able to give my best to my profession in my college.With the passage of time, our college has undergone an exciting transformation. It fills me with great pride to see the great infrastructural developments that our college has made since my student days. It is now characterized by beautiful, lush gardens, an imposing new structure comprising the faculty and administration blocks and an ultra-modern auditorium boasting of the latest sound and visual technology. Add to that a centrally air-conditioned library and a modern sports
complex, and you have a modern educational centre that compares with the best. Today, I note with great pride that my dual roles in the college – first as a student and now as a teacher – give me a sense of satisfaction and an inspiration for more and more hard work towards my students.
Kuljeet Singh B.A. (Hons.) English --- 1996-99Assistant Professor (Ad hoc)Department of EnglishAs they say, “A man is but the product of his thoughts and what he thinks, he becomes”, and what he “becomes” is a composite picture of the situations he had faced and the kind of people he interact w i t h … s o m e t i m e s consciously and many a time unconsciously. The same is true in my case and when I retrospect, I muse over a myriad number of people who moulded me to become what I am today: good or bad; situations which carved me: impatient yet consistent and the best part of the entire episode is that I met most of them at Khalsa College, where I studied from 1996-99, not only as a student but as a theatre worker, dealing with different sorts of people, which I consider as the most inspiring education I received in my life. This does not mean at all that I am negating the academic front, rather that's where it all started and the odyssey is from the classroom to the rehearsal space. Most of the teachers in the department of English did empathize and am sure (as I am a faculty there, now) still empathizing with our beloved theatre society and the vibrant faces associated with them.For me college years, unlike many of my contemporaries who felt school was in a
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way better, had been tremendously responsible for framing my thoughts in coherence and providing me space to exhibit and practice what I couldn't do during my school days. My love for college started during third year, if I can remember correctly and after a long eight year courtship, I married to it in 2007 as a faculty in the same department and I hope this relationship would bloom as I probe new facets in everything I explore here. Undoubtedly, the memories of the past I rejoice and I am in a process of creating great memories for future years, the way famous Romantic poet Wordsworth did, and I am sure these memories would assist me in spending a creative life while I “see into the life of things” and relish “the deep power of joy” in teaching, sharing and all I do and wish to do in life. I am glad of what I have done and what I am doing.
Shoma ChakrabortyB.A. (Hons.) English --- 1990-93DGM Academics,i360 Staffing and Training Solutions,Red and yellow were the colors I relate to when I think of my time at Khalsa. Because those were the colors I w o u l d w e a r predominantly. I loved getting out of the white school dress. I 'loved' carrying the multicolored Gujri jholas – a great change from the oversized backpack I carried to school.Another thing that comes to my mind when I think of college is, "experiment". I was suddenly old enough to try out so many things. Going off on my own to visit the city ruins (I had the "all route pass"), watching plays in the evenings, watching movies all by myself, visiting new libraries, art galleries
and just running lose in the city enjoying the weather. Things that I had not done before and funnily enough have not done ever after either...I remember tears running down my cheeks and my nose turning red on a freezing morning at the campus and I was smiling because the roses were beautiful! My teachers had taught me to appreciate small things and seek happiness from small things. A beautiful philosophy that has allowed me to hold on to sanity every time when things turned on their head and life handed me lemons.College opened me up, made me an extrovert, enhanced my love for life and made me face the grown up world as an equal.It opened up to me a treasure trove that was the Khalsa library. I simply adored it and soaked it up, sitting at the reading room late into the night and leaving only when the librarian came in to tell the few that were there that it was time to lock up. Oh how nice that felt.It gave me opportunities to visit festivals at other colleges, take part in various activities, allowing me to freelance for various newspapers and periodicals - these were some of the things that college allowed me to do – thus building my character. I loved college and all the mentoring it gave me. I still covet it because I lost it after those magical three years.Along, with all the freedom, we saw waves of change in the society - University is the hotbed of every political activity even to this day. Our tryst started with Mandal agitation ('90) and ended with Babri demolition ('93). We discussed everything threadbare, sitting at the basketball court and we had solutions for every problem that the country was facing - at least we bothered then, now we are too busy to even think beyond our workstations. We would even shed an occasional tear for the oppressed!
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Hard to think of it now!I loved college for the opportunities it gave me, the guidance I got from my teachers. And the way they interpreted the texts making me understand life and become a stronger person with every page I turned. I owe a lot to my education at Khalsa College, It has allowed me to be a strong individual and structured career person.I wish everyone who crosses the threshold of the college to take it as an opportunity to enrich themselves it is a great experience and a kind you will never get to indulge in ever again.All the best!
Megha MakhijaBachelor of Business Economics2007-2010Tegh Alumnus - epitome of multi-taskingFunny how it happens. You spend three years in a college, have the best time of your life, and amass a ton of great memories. But when you are asked to revisit those days for the alumni magazine, you are unsure where to start, and clueless about what to write! Usual nostalgic scribble starts with a complex quotation by some academician or their likes, which then goes on to say about how fantastic (or bizarre) the writer's three years in college were; but when I sat down to write this one, all I could come up with were these 2 words - 'How Much'… Not just about how much things change once you leave school and enter college, but also about how much similarity there is in teachers' warmth and care towards their students. Not just about how much you miss your friends from school and constantly think about them, but also about how quickly you make new ones! Not just
about how much scared you are about seniors and ragging on the first day of college, but also about how much fun it turns out to be once it happens. College is a fun way to spend three years of your life, and for me, being with my friends and teachers in Khalsa made them special ever more!I fondly remember how much I hated getting up early and doing everything in a rush for the 8:40 class, and then how quickly my crankiness would go away if that class didn't happen. It was during college that I realized how much I could study during those two weeks before exams, and after each passing exam, how much I could curse myself for not starting earlier. How much I loved spending my mornings lazing around, eating subs and having friends for company... How much I enjoyed those trips to Momo's point, and the racket we used to make there... How much I looked forward to those solitary commutes in metro, with a novel in hand and grand plans in my head about changing the world... How much I liked working behind the scenes during fests, and how profound those moments used to be, when I realized how much efforts go in organizing an event, and how big our smiles can be when we make it a success.Today as I write this article, my mind instantly goes back to the time when Novy Sir and the rest of the Editorial Board used to sit together, tracing alumni and having long discussions about how happy they sounded when they were asked to write for the 'Tegh'. Now I realize what made them sound that way. Who would not want to go back in time, when the world was beautiful, simple, and a better place to live?I'm blabbering, am I not? But what do I do... There's so much to say! So many happy memories I have about this place, which are going to stay with me forever. And they will serve as the perfect antidote to all the
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From the Secretary's DeskAlumni Association Reunion : Months of painstaking efforts by Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh and some members of the teaching staff finally paid dividends when a special dinner and get-together was held for the Alumni on March 28, 2010.Weeks before advertisements were placed in the newspaper inviting the Khalsa College alumni to attend this special dinner in large numbers. Social networking sites like Facebook were also used to communicate this message.It proved to be a historic day for the Khalsa College Alumni Association as students from different age-groups responded in large numbers. They were all thrilled to be back at their alma mater to see the improvement in infrastructure and interact with several of their former teachers. Several retired teachers were also invited and they graced the occasion.The initial function was held in the College auditorium with welcome speeches by Principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh and Mr. Novy Kapadia. A short film on the history of Khalsa College was also shown and there was a welcome address by S. H.S. Sarna, himself a former student. A distinguished IAS officer Mr. Bhure Lal was chosen as the President of the Alumni association. After the formalities and introductory speeches were over,
Dr. Madan Gopal Singh entertained the crowd with Sufi music. The copies of the latest edition of the college magazine 'Tegh' was also distributed to the former students.Former students had gathered in such large numbers that many drifted to the basketball courts and nearby passageways. It was an atmosphere of great bonhomie and amiability. Snacks and soft drinks were in abundance, courtesy sponsorship by the dynamic Smarth Bansal, who had graduated recently after completing his B.Coms Hons degree.
This successful get-together helped in launching and reviving the Alumni Association of SGTB Khalsa College which we hope will bloom and grow in years to come.
***How to join the Alumni Association : Students desirous of joining the Alumni may send a simple request mail to the following E mail id stating their Name, Batch (Yr. of passing out) & their Mobile no.
***Future Plans : After deliberations on various issues, it was proposed that to carry further the activities of the Alumni, it would be necessary to form CORE committees with specific agendas assigned. It was suggested that ex students who are really enthusiastic & have some special skills/leanings and who themselves come forward to offer their selfless services should be included accordingly. Needless to add, present & ex teachers would always be the guiding forces of these committees. Consequently, in the first phase, following committees were formed :1. Constitution. 2. Events 3. Data Gathering & Achievements 4. Finance 5. Social Activities 6. Loyalty Towards Institution & Assistance 7. Public Relations
S. Manjit Singh KharbandaSecretary, Khalsa College Alumni Association
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sadness I will ever encounter in my life. Thank you Khalsa, for making me a part of you and your colourful history.I don't know how I will ever be able to pay back to the college for all the good time I have had here. However, one thing is for sure - if ever a teenage DU aspirant asks me about this course or college, I will gladly take her hand and bring her to this magical land, where I spent three incredible years of my life.C'mmon Alice! Lets go to the Wonderland!
Compiled by Mohsina Ghayas, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
Kanika Gupta, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
Know your toppersPeople who shine ! ! !
Rahul Ranjan
B.A. (Hons.) Political Science - Ist YearII in UniversityAlthough quite surprised to see his name
among the toppers, Rahul is confident enough and wants to give the credit for his success to his mother, father, his best friend Aryan and teachers. Not being a Delhite, he finds Delhi to be a chaotic place but
confesses at the same time that it has provided him the platform to excel and make best out of his potential.He is inclined towards soft music, novels (his favorite being- Readless Travels) and the famous search engine Google. He also loves sketching, painting and poetry, and so believes in innovational approach. Small things matter a lot to him, be it a midnight coffee only; for he learns from every good or bad experience in life.His mantra is to assess himself and retain faith. He finally wants to share his favorite quote that goes as follows-"Knowledge is a river, all you need is to flow with it."
Rajwinder Kaur B.A. (Hons) Punjabi - 1st YearII in University She stood first in the University in B.A(H) Punjabi. Her regularity in class along with her hard work proved to make her an achiever. She feels she is fortunate enough to be b l e s s e d w i t h s u c h
parents who always encourage and support her. Her experience as a university topper has been excellent.
Shalu M.A. (Final) PunjabiI in UniversityShalu has secured first p o s i t i o n i n D e l h i University in both her BA (Honors) Punjabi and M.A. (Punjabi) as well. Along with studies, she has always been part of extra-curricular activities. She was rewarded with the Best All-Rounder award in her BA final year and also got silver medal in All India Shooting Championship. There is no doubt that she managed her studies very well along with all other activities. She thanks her parents and teachers for always supporting her and encouraging her to progress in life. According to her, every student should participate in extra curricular activities as it teaches you a lot.
Tanmeet KaurB.A. (Hons) Punjabi - 2nd YearII in UniversityShe is very glad to get positive results out of the efforts she puts in to her studies. She does not be l ieve in study ing throughout the day but what is required is complete dedication to the text. She acknowledges God and her parents as well for their blessings. She is thankful to her teachers for their guidance to lead her towards success. She believes in achieving the best in her life.
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Gunjan Rana BBE Ist Year III in UniversityFor all those who believe that a university level topper is a nerd with his/her head buried in books 24x7, Gunjan Rana gives you a reason to rethink. This dazzling diva can be aptly called the jack of all trades and radiates her aura in whatever she does.She heads the BBE Society Raah, plays basketball at zonal level and still manages to pull of an incredible score of 82%. Acting and singing are Gunjan's hobbies and she doesn't shy away from displaying her talent on stage. Besides this, Gunjan is a keen reader with her favourite stuff being the twilight.Her motto in life that she willingly shares with us is "strive for excellence and success will follow.
.hmmm.... well said Gunjan!!!
Tarundeep KaurB.A. (Hons.) Punjabi 3rd year II in UniversityHard work, motivation n p o s i t i v e a p p r o a c h towards studying helped Ta r u n d e e p a c h i e v e s e co n d p o s i t i o n i n University. Never did she think that doing B.A. (Hons) Punjabi would be so interesting. She liked not only the subjects in the course as they were divine in itself but also the enthusiasm and interest which was created by the teachers acted
Opportunities don't come knocking at your door you have to go look for them and grab it the moment you find one".
equally important for her success. She thanks all her teachers and parents for their constant guidance and support.She enjoys in whatever she does, may it be listening to music, reading Punjabi novels and poetry of author like Amrita Pritam, Nanak Singh and even sometimes trying a hand at it or may it be cooking to delight herself in my leisure time. And as she puts it.."Remember failure is not final....until you make it final". Give your heart and soul in whatever you do and just have faith in yourself and god."Many people in life fail as they did not realise how close they were to success when they gave up""SHUBH KARMAN TE KABHOON NA TARON"
Other ToppersPriya Gambhir, B.Sc. (Life Science), III Yr. - 2nd in UniversityAkansha Madan, M.Sc. (Final) Botany - 2nd in UniversityNeha Kamra, B.Com (Prog.), III Yr - 3rd in UniversityJapinder Kaur, M.A. (Prev.) Punjabi - 3rd in UniversityNavneet Kaur, B.B.E. (VI Semester) - Ist in UniversityParul Gulati, BBE (VI Semester) - 2nd in UniversityRohit Tolani, BBE (II Semester) - 3rd in University
Compiled by Mohsina Ghayas, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
Kanika Gupta, B.A (H) English 3rd YearVartika Srivastava , B.A (H) English 2nd Year
Jyotika Bhalla, BBE 3rd Year
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Unsung heroesMen behind the scenes
S. Lakhvir SinghAdministrative office
Ever wondered what can be the story behind the person w h o s i t s a t t h e right desk of the administrative office block, well, he is one of the senior most administrators in Khalsa College and is
in service for nearly 30 years.
Born on 10 August 1963, in Punjab, Lakhvir Singh epitomizes dedication and diligence. He lost his mother in an early age and so went to work at an early age of 18 years. He joined Khalsa College on 1 October 1981 as a lab attendant and since then there is no turning back. He climbed the ladder of success slowly and gradually along with difficulties, but extreme patience was always the key for him.
In 1986, he was promoted to senior lab attendant and in 1988, he entered the administrative block. Year 1992 marked his marriage and now he has two children, both of them are studying. He received the best employee award in 1994. He received his SILVER JUBILEE award for serving the college with enthusiasm in 2006. For 9 years he worked diligently as Secretary of the Staff Association (Non-Teaching).
Recently, in June 2009, he was given the post of Section Officer in which he is currently working.
His best friends from the teaching staff are
Dr. D.S. Claire, Dr. Harbans Singh, Dhiraj Singh and Novy Kapadia who supported and encouraged him at the time of crises.
Besides working, Lakhvir Singh was also determined to complete his studies. So, he did his graduation in B.Com (P) via correspondence and M.A. in Religion from Punjabi University, Patiala. Being a religious person at heart, he likes to “paath” in his leisure time. He is a simple hearted, family oriented person.
He is a very versatile man with an artistic temperament. For several years he has been making sketches for the College magazine. Besides he takes an interest in sports and plays Volleyball & Badminton to keep fit.
Although life had often been unfair to him, but with his courage and resistance, he made it worth living. We thank him for all the hard work and respect his fighting spirits.
Mrs.Paramjeet KaurGirls Common Room In charge
Ever wondered about the lady leaning on a chair silently smiling to every girl entering Girls Common Room-she is Paramjeet Kaur who is adored for her h o s p i t a l i t y a n d sweetness towards the girls of college.
She has served the Khalsa family since 1995 after the demise of her husband Mr.Jagtaar
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Singh. She loves working here and is very cooperative towards the other staff members. Her daily schedule consists of providing duty in GCR from 8:00 am- 1:00 pm . Then in the office till 4:00pm and finally a departure to her residence in Rohini.
A great cook, she enjoys lazing at home in leisure time and spending time with her daughters. Her eldest daughter is married and other daughter is an alumni of Khalsa college and youngest is studying B.A.Prog.
nd(2 year) in the same college. Paramjeet Kaur is a woman of strong emotions and hopes. She has brought up her three daughters on her own overcoming the ordeals successfully .In addition, she is highly obliged to the Principal Sir for aiding her during the turmoil and allowing her daughters to get educated in S.G.T.B.Khalsa college.
Her message to the students is: “Cherish your dreams fully and strive hard to accomplish them completely”.
Atbir SinghLab attendant Botany
A n a l u m n u s o f Chaudhar y Charan S i n g h U n i v e r s i t y (Meerut) in Agricultural Science, he joined S.G.T.B Khalsa College
ndon 22 January, 1985 as a lab attendant and got promoted as a lab assistant in 1997.
He considers his department as his second home which include responsibilities from computer related work to taking care of the apparatus. He also loves to help students in their project work by providing them proper
guidance in preparing reports. He confesses his liking for students and looks forward to excursion trips with them. He went on almost ten trips and still cherishes their memories. He is so dedicated to his work and students that he remembers the names of almost all the students who had gone with him.
Both his children are Khalsaites. The son is currently pursuing his graduation and the daughter being an alumnus of it. Whenever he gets time at home, he utilizes it for listening to music.
He is an enthusiastic and dedicated worker. Also, he is excited about his coming years as he will diligently serve Khalsa College till 2023.
Compiled by Parminder Kaur Narang, Asst. Prof. Zoology
Mohsina Ghayas, B.A (H) English 3rd YearKanika Gupta, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
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My three years in Khalsa
As I bid adieu to my alma mater, I get goose pimples all over my body reflecting on the years gone by.My first memory is of July 16, 2008 as I entered the college gates nervous about ragging. Luckily for me ragging was a memorable experience, an inter-action with seniors. I was taught by competent teachers from all four science departments. They helped me understand the basic concepts of science subjects, regularly in class and in my studies.I lived life to the full in college, participating in many extra-curricular activities and winning many laurels. At Lunch time we shared food we brought from home. Often we indulged ourselves and ate mouth-watering street food, bhelpuri, sevpuri, and maggi noodles.We had joy, we had fun, seasons in the sun.
Mani Gautam, B.Sc. Life Science 3rd Year
Differently AbledPeople who overcome all odds...rather courageous
AkhileshAssistant Professor (Ad hoc)Department of EnglishMaxwell Maltz has very well said, “ when you
believe you can… you can !!” .This is also very well proved by people like Mr. Akhilesh, who because of his strong determination has achieved considerable success. In spite of his blindness, he has still managed to be a part of the Faculty of English in S.G.T.B. Khalsa College. He has a great deal of positive
attitude towards life.Akhilesh sir has started teaching from February'2009. He has great fascination for literature as he believes; it teaches plenty of things, including the understanding of human behavior. He has done his B.A.Hons in English from Shyam Lal College of Delhi University; his masters from Hansraj College and M.Phil from again Delhi University.His colleagues, the other members of the faculty are all very supportive to him. His keen interest in academics has led him to pursue his Ph.D from the University of Delhi. The topic for his doctorate is "Across the Border Representation; Imaging Revolution in the Writings of selected Female Authors of France and England in 1790".Akhilesh hails from Ghazipur in eastern Uttar Pradesh. His father works as an assistant engineer in the Irrigation Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. He has one younger brother, who is pursuing a B.Ed degree as he wants to become a school teacher.Like many young men in the country, Akhilesh is passionately fond of cricket. His favourite cricketer is Sachin Tendulkar. Akhilesh's hobby is listening to cricket commentaries and sports news on All India Radio (AIR).When he joined college, he used to stay in Mansarover Hostel. But he has now opted for rented accomodation and stays in a one room set in the Mall Apartments.Food is a major problem for Akhilesh. For dinner, a private caterer provides him with tiffin. However breakfast or lunch is either at the
college canteen or at the Arts Faculty where he is doing research.A young man with a philosophic temperament he is quite irked at the double standards of society. He says that people claim that visually challenged men and women are normal and should be treated as equals. However the reality is different. The visually challenged have few friends as most people are just formal and polite and not very friendly.Sarabhjit SinghM.A.(Final) PunjabiWell, if you are looking for a perfect story of a fighter, then you have chosen the right column to read. “Sarabhjit Singh” of our college is a person with high spirits, a fighter and a survivor above all.Born on 18 September, 1986 in Delhi, his life had been a continuous struggle since then. The problem related to his legs was by birth only which led to a lot of difficulties for his parents. He got his first operation done at the age of five, which was successful to a large extent, but his education suffered a lot due to this ordeal. However his parents were supportive of him throughout the low phase his life.After doing 10 and 12 from correspondence, he got admitted in B.A. (Hons) Punjabi . And then started his real hardships as he did not know how to write Punjabi. But Jaswinder Kaur and Gurdeep Kaur supported him and inculcated in him the seeds of patience. Although he was reluctant to go for MA(Punjabi) , but Jaswinder Kaur, Manjeet Singh, Dr. Vinita and Gurdeep Kaur encouraged him to take the challenge. Now he is in MA(Final) Punjabi and wants to take teaching as a career.He considers himself blessed to have met such a nice lot of people in his life.We salute his combative spirits and wish him all the success in his life.
Compiled by :Mohsina Ghayas, B.A (H) English 3rd Year
Vartika Srivastava , B.A (H) English 2nd Year
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P.G. Diploma in Forensic ScienceDr. G.S. Sodhi, Co-ordinatorThe Forensic Science Unit conducts a one-year PG Diploma (Forensic Science) course. In the 2010-2011 session, it organized an inaugural lecture entitled, Crime Scene Management by Professor Mukesh Kumar Thakkar, from Department of Forensic Science, Punjabi University, Patiala on September 29, 2010. Ms. Vimlesh Yadav, Assistant Commissioner of Police (North Delhi Zone) delivered a plenary lecture on Police Power of Investigation on December 12, 2010The students participated in a seminar entitled, Savvy Science of Forensics, organized by Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women, Delhi University on November 11, 2010. A visit to Delhi State Forensic Science Laboratory was arranged for the students on January 19, 2011. For the project work concerning forensic analysis of soil samples along the banks of Sutlej River and its canals visits to different regions of Punjab were organized for sampling.
Add-On Courses in Khalsa
Students of forensic science lifting footprints; a part of crime scene management
Web Journalism & Sports Economics and MarketingDr Smita Mishra , Co-ordinatorNo one turns a star overnight. Only when one learns through experience and grows with his understanding, then only we make better of ourselves. What you achieve in life is not always grand. Getting an appreciation for your class reports, an applaud after a good presentation, what an achievement to get 7-8 comments on your blog post, getting the first cheque of Rs.
400 for participating in Doordarshan programmes, developing an aptitude for managing events, lastly and the most important of all keeping the ability to be called as “web journalist” or Sports professionals in the near future, these are the few achievements of students of WEB JOURNALISM and SPORTS ECONOMICS AND MARKETING.The course was centered around building intellectual capabilities of the students in respect to new media and sports management. The students of web journalism got familiar
Visit to the Delhi State Forensic Science Laboratory
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Banks of Sutlej River from where soil samples were collected for forensic analysis
with blogging, video making, camera handling, movie production, public communication, they were also imparted sessions on personality development, internet usage and it's technicalities were also dealt upon. Sports Economics and Marketing classroom lectures were more an experience sharing platforms for Professional experts from field of sports in different work areas of media (production,
presenting, broadcasting and marketing), marketing, event management, sports management, sports manufacturing, Sports lawyers and sports persons themselves.Throughout the course report making, taking interviews, making videos became a day-to-day activity. In respect to field work, students covered cultural festivals like Akhyan and Dastkar. From the fundamentals to the professional knowledge, in a span of 3 months, was an achievement in itself. By the end of this course students will definitely carry the capacity to be a part of the Media and Sports world.SPEAKERS-The students of WEB JOURNALISM & S.E.M. had sessions with different speakers who gave technical knowledge as well as the subject knowledge of journalism and sports.SEM Course designer Arjun J.chaudhuri was the main strength of the course who taught the fundamentals of Sports Economics to the students.Prof. Vashini Sharma gave session on telemarketing and use of language. Mr. Somitra Bose from E.S.P.N gave detailed lectures on New Media and Media convergence.Mr. Pawan Koundal taught the students on camera handling, photo assessing, different techniques used in making of videos and films and lastly on shooting.Mr. Prateek Sinha(HT)Biswajit Bhattacharya (DD News) S. S. Bhakku, Dr. Amarnath Amar (Doordarshan), Mr. Raman
Bahnot (4th Umpire). L.S. Bajpeyi, Pratyush Ghosh, K. S. Kang (AIR), Dr S. K. Lau (Limca Book of Records),Dr. Vijay Kumar Malhotra (Microsoft), Praveen singh (Dalal Street) Rishabh Sharma from Live India K. K. Jha from Mahatma Gandhi Institute, Mauritius, Rajbir Singh (WU SHU coach) Sonal Sena, Equal Oppurtunity Cell, S.D. Tripathy, Mr. Aatish Parashar (Indraprastha University), Shantanu Mishra (p7 news channel), LS Rawat (DD Sports)Mr.RamPrakash Dwivedi (Ambedkar college),Anupam Kumar from Nai Duniya,Anil Pandey (Sunday Indian) shared their expertise with students. College faculty Novy Kapadia Dr. Nachiketa Singh, , Dr. P.D. Sharma, Mr. Saikat Ghosh, Kuljeet Singh, Dharmendra Kumar and Dr Asad Ahmad also associated themselves with the students during the course . Gwalior visit- a trip full of learning and entertainmentThe students went to sports university LNUPE Gwalior to attend National Convention on sports. The students of both courses got an opportunity to attend National Convention on Sports at LNUPE in Gwalior and even got a chance to show off their talents in poster making.On the last day of the stay, SEM team and university's team from Department of sports management had a cricket match in a healthy and friendly spirit. The event was well organised and ended on happy and proud note
as SEM team won!Doordarshan: Great Learning ExperienceDuring this course, the students attended several chat shows at doordarshan like the popular Meri Baat and Youth Express. The students learned the production process works,.The fear of students to speak on mike when they are being watched by millions on TV, slowly and gradually diminished.Above all, the
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panels of the shows consisted of highly talented and well-known people of their field. .Not to forget mentioning the high-tea party at the residence of Air Chief Marshall-P.V. Naik. It was an amazing experience for the students to be with the warriors of the country and listening to some of their interesting experiences. International exposure in Media Centre of PCST 2010The students of Web Journalism and Sports, Economics and Marketing were fortunate enough to get an opportunity of working as a part of Media Centre of PCST headed by Dr Smita Mishra. Inaugurated by Mr. APJ Abdul Kalam (former President of India)11th International PCST conference was held at PUSA, Delhi from 6th-10th December, 2010. Scientists from the 50 countries participated in the conference. Students interacted with many eminent scientists .The exposure students got through PCST gave a boost to their confidence and will be helpful in their future.The short tenure of the both of the courses made students achieve much more than what can be expected from a three month course. They have been privileged enough to meet
people like Dr A P J Abdul Kalam and Air Chief Marshall P. V Naik ,and got experience of working at the media centre of International PCST Conference,volunteering Delhi state tournament organized by “DELHI AMATEUR WUSHU ASSOCIATION”,attending Football and Golf forum discussions.Josh --Come Out and Play organized Ist Batch of Sports and Economics Marketing and Web Journalism(2009-10) students organized a one day sports event “. Josh- come out and play”.On this occasion panel discussion was organised on Khelega har Koi, Jeetegi Dilli. Saumitra Bose (Head of digital media, ESPN mobile) . Arjun J Chaudhari (TV sports Anchor. Akhilesh Jha (ICS ministry of petroleum) Prof Avinash Singh (Advisor of CWG 2010) underlined the importance of sports economics. Eminent Journalist Rahul Dev gave away the course certificates to the students. , Adding more colour to the event was the different sport themed activities like - Junkyard, Sports poetry , Arm Wrestling , Basketball – 3pointer shot, where students participated from various colleges.
Favour1. I give assent to the implementation of semester system as it emphasize on uniform learning throughout the year, provided it is properly executed.
Subhrata Debhnathst B Sc. (Hons.) Zoology 1 Year
2. Semester system is reflective of the changes in the professional life. In this manner it updates the capacities of the university to equip the students with the tools required in the contemporary world.
stSakshi Singh, B Sc. (Hons.) Zoology 1 Year3. Semester system fosters a sustained work ethic which helps the students to bear with the pressure and save last minute studies.
Madhur Pandey, Kushneet, st
B Sc. (Hons.) Zoology 1 Year
Against1. Implementation of this system has been disruptive and it imposes upon students the syllabi that they cannot easily cope with. It also flouts in its manner of execution the legal and democratic instruments of the University.
stSohita Dhar, B Sc. (Hons.) Zoology 1 Year2. This system dilutes the syllabi of most of the courses sacrificing on the depth for breath and expediency. For instance, it cuts out botany from the course of B.Sc.(Hons) Zoology.
Shweta Kumari, Pooja SherawatB Sc. (Hons.) Zoology , 1st Year
3. The college experience covers all sorts of activities. Semester system lays impetus upon academics at the expense of a comprehensive well rounded education.
Mamata , B Sc. (Hons.) Zoology , 1st Year
Reviews about Semester SystemSemester System is the mode of examination which has been recently implemented in the colleges of Delhi University after numerous controversies. We obtained the views of the science students. Below are some glimpses…
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Sportsv HANDBALLThe following eight players of our college represented Delhi University in this academic year and excelled too.
Ashok Jhakkar, B.A. (H) Eng. 3rd yrDeepak Khatri, B.A. (H) Hindi 2nd yrSanjeev Bisnoi, B. Com (P) 1st yrHarish Sharma, B.A. (P) 2nd yrShamsar Ahlawat, B.A. (P) 2nd yrSushant Mishra, B.A. (P) 1st yrDeepak Ahlawati, B.A. (P) 1st yrIn the north-west zone, Inter- University Matches held in Meerut, Delhi University beat all other teams and qualified for all India university matches. Shamsar
Ahlawat and Deepak Ahlawati got the best players award. Earlier they had represented India in the 2010 Asiad Games in Guangzhou, China.Ashok Jhakkar, Deepak Khatri and Sushant Mishra played a vital role in the final match in which Deepak saved 2 shots and Ashok scored 4 consecutive goals at a crucial time.
v BasketballAfter many years two of our players represented Delhi University. They are Mukesh Bishnoi and Vicky. Delhi University stood second in north-west zone tournament and qualified for all India University.
Vicky Mukesh BishnoiProfiles of our outstanding sportsmen
1 Shadab Khan- TennisShadab has been an ace tennis player for the college since he joined the team. Now in his second year, B. Com (P), Shadab has done the college proud in the various inter-college events as well as the University level. Shadab played at the Inter-university level last year at Aligarh University. He has also played at the all India level in 2009. Shadab was recently broken into
the top 100 rankings of the AITA(All India Tennis Association), which is a first for a player from Khalsa. This year in November, he also helped our tennis team win the team gold in the Lady Shri Ram College annual sports festival. He was also the player of the tournament both last year and this year at LSR. He is a promising candidate for a career in tennis at the national level. His dedication and talent are matched by his discipline in training.
2 Mukul Dagar-CricketMukul, a talented all-rounder is in first year, English (Hons). He is currently in the All India under-19 cricket team, which is a big achievement for any college student. Mukul has played in the Ranji trophy match for Haryana. He has represented Delhi University at the Inter-University matches at Kanpur this year. Also, Mukul has played for Railways. He may pursue cricket further as an option if things work out.
3 Dody Siregar-TennisDody,a final year student of Economics (Hons), is a tennis player. He has consistently performed in the inter-college sports meets. This year at the LSR sports festival, he helped the team win the overall best team award along with Shadab Khan. He is greatly inspired by his friend and mentor Avishek Mistry. Dody wants to join Delhi University as a tennis coach. He has plans of settling in Delhi and continueinghis association with Delhi University.4 Shamsar Ahalawat- HandballShamsar has represented India in the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China. He is an undergraduate student and has been a superb handball player since school days. Shamsar has also got the best player award in the North Zone University event for his attacking handball skills. Shamsar is one of the best handball players the college has produced in recent years and excels as a leader in our handball team, which is amongst the best in the University.
Compiled by - Yash Singh, BBE 3rd year& Ashok Jhakkar, B.A. (H) English 3rd year
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Distinguished Sportspersons of Khalsa CollegeS.No Name Class Game level
BADMINTON1 Raunak Kapoor B.A(P)I National, Delhi2 Jayank B.A(P) I National , Delhi3 Kushagra B.A(P) I National , Delhi
FOOTBALL
1 Tanu (W) B.Sc.(H)Zool.I Delhi University/All India Univ.
HANDBALL
1 Vikas Harit B.A(P) III Delhi University 2 Shamsher Singh B.A(P) I Delhi University/ Asian Games China:2010-11 3 Deepak Ahlawat B.A(P) I Delhi University/ Asian Games China : 2010-11 4 Sushant B.A(P) I Delhi University/ Asian Games China :2010-11 5 Harish B.A(P) II Delhi University6 Deepak Khatri Hindi (H) II Delhi University7 Ashok Jakhar Eng.(H) III Delhi University8 Sanjeev Bishnoi B.Com.(P) I Delhi University
HOCKEY1 Rajiv Vaid B.Com.(P)III DelhiUniversity2 Piyush Upadhyay B.A(P) II Delhi University/National 3 Kanishk Sharma B.A(P) II Delhi University4 Dhananjay Sharma BCom.(P) I Delhi University5 Amandeep Singh B.Com(H) I National, DelhiCRICKET1 Anshul Gupta B.A(P) III Delhi University /Delhi U-22 2 Vikram Dahiya B.A(P) I Delhi Unlversity3 Amandeep Singh Sidhu B.A(H) Hist. I Delhi University4 Mukul Dagar B.A. Eng. (H) I Delhi University/Ranji Trophy/ India U- 195 Mannu Kapoor B.A. Hindi (H) I Delhi University6 Hemant Singh B.A. Hindi (H) I Delhi University/Railways U-227 Amitoj Singh B.Com.(P) I Delhi University/Punjab U-228 Milland B.Com.(P) I Delhi University/Ranji Trophy , Delhi9 Mohit Sharma B.A.(P) II Ranji Trophy/ India U-1910 Rahul Yadav B.A.(P) II Ranji Trophy/India U-2211 Yogesh Nagar B.A.(P) II Ranji Trophy/India U-2212 Harish Pol.Sc.(Hl I Ranji Trophy / Railways U-1913 Akash Yadav B.A.(Pl I India U- 19
ATHLETICS 1 Samod B.A.[Hl Hindi I Delhi University2 Arun B.A.(H) Hindi I Delhi University3 Nitin Rathi B.A.(P) II All India Inter University II position, Javelin Throw4 Sanjeev Rathi B.A.[P) I All India Inter University 1st Position, Hammer Throw5 Rahul Singh B.A.(Pl I Delhi University6 Kupan (W) M.A.Hindi Pre. Nationals, Delhi
BASKET BALL1 Mukesh Bishnoi M.Com.Pre. Delhi University2 Vicky Bansal B.A.(Pl I Delhi University3 Saurabh Rathi B.A.(P) I National s, DelhiKORF BALL 1 Saurabh Rathi B.A.(P) I Delhi University /Nationals, Delhi2 Mukesh Bishnoi M.Com.Pre. Delhi UniversitySWIMMING 1 Parth Gupta B.Com.(H) I Delhi University/ Nationals, DelhiLAWN TENNIS 1 Shaddab Khan B.Com.[Pl II Delhi University/Nationals, Delhi
Ms. Anjana Sagar was the Convener; Dr. Surinder Kaur, Treasurer and other staff members of the society were Dr. Sukhbir Kaur and Dr. Inderdeep Kaur.
The society organized its Inaugural Function on the 26 August, 2010. Prof. A. K. Bhatnagar, delivered an informative talk on 'Climate Changes'. The lecture was well received by the students, as reflected in the enthusiastic discussion. It was followed by light refreshment. On 16 September, 2010, the society celebrated 'Ozone Day' in the department. Students from various departments actively participated in events such as Slogan Writing, Poster Making, Written Quiz, Just a minute, Crossword Quiz.
On 30 September, 2010 the society organized a Fresher's Party to welcome the new students of the department. Amidst dance and music Mr. Fresher and Ms. Fresher were selected.
In the third week of September, an educational tour to Panchvati was organized for the second and third year students by Dr. Inderdeep Kaur who was accompanied by Dr. Surinder Kaur. The students came back after a refreshing experience with nature and the flora of Tropical regions. A Valedictory function and a farewell to the outgoing B.Sc. (H) Botany 3rd year.
Prince Ravesh
The ImpulsePhysics & Electronics Society
The Physics and Electronics Society after electing the office bearers organised a series of
stimulating programs.
Prof T. R. Sheshadri, one of the leading cosmologists of India delivered a series of seven lectures to our undergraduate students
on “Introduction to Cosmology”. His lecture
SCIENCES AakritiThe Zoological Society
The inaugural function of the Zoological society was held on 29th, Sept. 2010. Dr Veenu Bhasin, PGDAV College was invited to deliver a lecture on recursion mathematics. Recursion in mathematics and computer science, is a method of defining an infinite statement using finite components. The term is also used more generally to describe a process of repeating objects in a self-similar way. In the new era as the students are studding interdisciplinary subjects it was an eye opening lecture for the students. The lecture was highly appreciated as it has a direct application in life science, evolution and population ecology For instance one's parents are one's ancestors as the base step and the parents of one's ancestors are also one's ancestors (recursion step) The lecture was followed by announcing the office bearers for the academic year 2010 -2011.
President - VarunikaVice President - BerkhaTreasurer - Shashi Shekhar Anand Secretary - Sweta SuhagJoint Secretary - Ayush
On 28th October Dr. Chris Cane, director of Taught Post Graduate Programmes, from University of Leicester delivered a lecture on advances in Biological sciences, Global opportunities and challenges. He exposed the students to various options of higher education and fellowships after graduation.
PrakritiThe Botanical SocietyThe activities of Botanical Society 'PRAKRITI' started with the election of the officer bearers for the year 2010-2011.President Prince RaveshVice - President Arjun Toppo
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series motivated our students to participate
in the INDIGO workshop on Gravitational
Wave Astronomy in the Department of Physics,
University of Delhi. Many of our students successfully completed the workshop and have been invited to apply for summer projects by
the LIGO, the international project, at CALTECH,
California, USA.
An interesting lecture by Dr Kapilaranjan of JNU
on “Experimentations in Soft Condensed
Matter” an upcoming branch in physics was
delivered on Sept. 25, 2010. He is also a
former Physics (H) student of our college
who did his Masters from IIT, Kanpur and
Ph.D. from Georgia Tech.
Further, a renowned scientist, an achiever of
Young Scientist Award, Dr D S Rawal, Scientist
in SSPL, Delhi presented a popular talk on Oct.
28, 2010 on “High Frequency Devices” which
was followed by an interesting film “Einstein
and Edington”.
CatanationThe Chemical SocietyA plenary talk on the topic "Chemistry Education in 21st century" was organised on 01 March 2011 in Chemistry Department by Head, Department of Chemistry, Prof A.K. Bakhshi. Students were highly motivated and actively participated in the talk.
LANGUAGESHindi Sahitya SabhaOrientation Programme was held in July followed by elections. The following III year students were elected : Lalit Kumar, President, Gurpreet Kaur, Vice-President, Khusboo Abrol, Secretary. On 18 August to celebrate Independence Day a poetry, speech, slogan & creative writing competitions were held. A play on Kargil written & directed by Lalit was also staged
on that day. To celebrate Hindi Divas on 14 September a programme was organised alongwith Dainik Jagran in which there were 49 participants from 29 different college & departments. On 20 September freshers welcome party was held and Abhishek was selected Mr. Fresher and Manjeet Kaur as Ms. Fresher. Vinay entertained the crowd with some breathtaking, Break Dance performances. On 31 January, 2011 Republic Day and Baisakhi were jointly celebrated with a poetry competition and a debate on present day teaching patterns. On 5 February a unique alumni meet of Hindi students of Khalsa College was held at the college premises. There was an overwhelming response and students from 1986 - 2010 joined on the occasion & promised all help to college. This is the first time an alumni meet of a single subject has been held in Delhi University. A competition on Fiction criticism was held between II and III year students in which II year students won an Jitender a Hockey player got the best participant award.Following got prizes in inter college competitions :Antakshri - Sanjay, Urvashi & SudhakarPoetry competition - SudhakarFolk song - Gurpreet Kaur, Manjeet Kaur, Amandeep and ManpreetJunkyard - Rithim and AmandeepCreative Writing - RaviTable competition - Sanjay BakshiMany students participated in National conferences and got special mention at PGDAV College and Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College. A picnic, farewell party and a lecture on AIDS shall also be organised
Dr. Veena Agrawal, Convenor
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SOCIAL SCIENCESDaastanHistoryObserver Research Foundation (A National Think Tank to influence public policy formulation) in collaboration with the Delhi University conducted the third summer workshop for undergraduate students of Delhi University from 17 May to 2 June 2010. The theme of th is year 's workshop was “Contemporary Challenges and the Making of Public Policies”. Total of 22 students of different streams of colleges took part in the workshop. Five students from Department of History and one from Political Science Department of our college were selected and participated in the workshop. The workshop was inaugurated by the Vice Chancellor of Delhi University, Prof. Deepak Pental. The workshop schedule included two lectures daily in the forenoon. In the afternoons on each day, students worked in groups to prepare their project reports. Four groups were formed and each group was guided by a mentor in the completion of a concise project on a specific public policy issue. On the concluding day of the workshop, i.e., 2 June 2010, students got the opportunity to present their work. The project assignments and presentations were evaluated by jurors from DU and ORF, and the groups were suitably rewarded during the valedictory session of the workshop. The first group which won the first prize of Rs. 10,000/- included Ankit Arvind, Meenal Dharia and Sheetal Digari from History, SGTB Khalsa College. The groups securing second and third position also had History students from our college namely Shalini, Nitish and Nilesh.The valedictory session of the workshop was chaired by Mr. M. Rasgotra, President, ORF Centre for International Affairs and a former Foreign Secretary. The chief guest was Mr. Abid Hussain, a former Secretary, Government of India, Indian Ambassador to the US and Trustee, ORF. He said the knowledge gained through the workshop will add to the information which students have already gained, and that this gives them the chance of examining some ideas which were not critically examined before.
Dr. Shalin Jain
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESAnkurThe Dramatics Society
In The Mirror of TheatreAnkur, the College Theatre Society, had its platter full this year, despite the many disruptions that have so far marked Delhi University's cultural calendar. As its staff-advisor for the fifth-year running, I take pride in the purposeful and fun-loving students who made up a team considered to be among the best in the University. Our leading production Bazaar, a street play mobilizing the issue of human trafficking to explore the diverse pathologies of our contemporary lives, won the best play award at IIT Kanpur. Since then, it has featured in the honours lists of most inter-college competitions this year. Jasmeet Kaur Khanuja, Ullas Samrat and Simranjit Singh have designed and directed the play which has so far been performed twenty-six times in various competitions and festivals. Care and insight mark their efforts in composing the action and preparing the actors physically and emotionally for their roles. Rated among the best productions of Ankur, Bazaar brought us great appreciation from institutions like the National School of Drama and Jamia Millia Islamia. The preparation for this play was a testy and difficult one. Due to the uncertain progress of the academic session and the inconveniences cause by repairs and renovations in college infrastructure, rehearsals were an often-interrupted phenomenon. As dates for the performances drew near, late evenings at work became the order of the day for Ankurians. The larger context of a farce building up around the Commonwealth Games became the basis for this year's inaugural production Khel-Khel Mein, a Brecht-inspired dark comedy about the feigned sanctity of the Games and the hilarious faux pas committed by its unscrupulous organizers. It was performed at many public conventions where its audiences were generous with their applause and support for the play. Eleven performances at diverse sites in the city yielded a spectrum of rich experiences that not only boosted the confidence of Ankurians but also guided our further efforts. Ankur decided to concentrate on street theatre
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this year and study as well as execute its forms closely. The results are encouraging and reflect the sense of curiosity and adventure with which the student-members of Ankur have worked and performed. Like every year, Ankur celebrated its achievements by organizing the Annual Drama Competition, Pratyaksh, as part of the College Cultural Festival Lashkara 2011, in February. An event full of pomp and cheer, it showcased the twelve best plays produced by the Delhi University colleges.
Saikat Ghosh, Convenor
DADSDebating & Discussion SocietyThe year 2010-2011 proved to be much successful in terms of the performance of DADS (Debate and Discussion Society) of SGTB Khalsa College. A talk show was also organised by the society on 'the role of median in modern society'. Regular weekly discussions were also held in the college premises to provide up-to-date knowledge to the students.
thOn 15 November ,2010, a talk was organised on 'Sensationalisation and Projection of hypes by the Media'. Three eminent media personalities from both visual and print media- Neeraj Rajput from Aaj Tak and Akansha Pare of Indian Outlook spoke on it. After the talk, an interactive discussion session was held in which various questions were raised by the students especially on the projection of false news by the media.*The award for best interjector was given to
ndAnkit Arvind, BA(H.) History 2 year of SGTB Khalsa College .
st*Prashant Solanki, B Sc(H.) Physics 1 year and
stUpal Majhi ,B Sc(H.) Physics 1 year, took part in debates organised by Culture Council, Delhi University.
st*Sumit and Lokesh , both of B Sc(H.) Physics 1 year, participated in many inter-college Hindi debates held in colleges like Satyawati, Gargi, SRCC, etc.
st*Chahat Walia, BA(H.) Economics 1 year, won the second prize in a debate held in an engineering college.*Prerna and Digvijay , both of BA(H.) Economics
st1 year, participated in debates organised by Miranda House, Hindu and Kirori Mal College.
st*Aanchal, BA(H.) Economics 1 year, won two consolation prizes.
rdAbhishek Kapoor, BA(H.) English 3 year, won prize for the Best Delegate and Abhishek with
rdYash, BBE 3 year, won the Best Delegation prize in Kamla Nehru College(MUN) and higher commendation award in Lady Shri Ram College and Delhi School of Economics for Model United Nation(MUN).Every week an hour of discussion was held in the college premises under the supervision of our vice president Parandeep Singh and joint secretary Akshmin Makkar. We got regular support from our convenor Prof. Asad Ahmad who enhanced our knowledge from time to time on various political and social issues. I am thankful to all the society members for their dedication and support which helped the society to reform itself in the new era of debates
Saket, President, DADS
ANHADDivinity SocietyAnhad, the divinity society of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College gives a unique opportunity to the students to explore their spiritual sides. Through the various activities organized by the society; the students are enlightened about religious history and culture. The first event of the year 2010-2011 was a quiz competition on Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib ji (24th September 2010). The students participated enthusiastically as it was also a knowledgeable session for the participants as well as the audience. In addition, a written quiz was conducted on 11 November 2010 on Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji. Further, students of the society and the kirtan team participated in various inter college competitions and won laurel for the college.Gurjeet Kaur (Political Science Hons. III year) and Bhavleen Kaur (Chemistry hons. I year) bagged the first position in 'Gurbaani Recitation
thCompetition' at Mata Sundri College (28 October 2010). Gurjeet Kaur also won a consolation prize in 'Punjabi Poetry recitation' at Dyal Singh evening college. Harkirat Kaur (English Hons. III Year) and (President of Divinity
ndSociety) bagged the 2 position in 'Punjabi Poetry Recitation' at Dyal Singh Evening College
ndyear) won 2 prize as a team in 'Guru Nanak Paper Reading Competition'; topic was Baba Banda Singh Bahadur at Mata Sundri College.Our college kirtan team participated in various
ndinter college competitions winning the 2 prize
rdat Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College and 3 prize at Guru Nanak Foundation. The Divinity Society celebrates Gurupurab with great vigor every year. Martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji is celebrated as college 'Founders Day'; this year it was celebrated on 23 November 2010.College students whole heartedly participated in 'Nagar Kirtan' as well. Students went to Nagar Kirtan organized by DSGPC (Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee) on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Dev ji's Parkash Purab and Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib ji's 'Shahidipurab'. This year society organized a day trip to various historical Gurudwara's of
thDelhi (5 February 2010). It was an enriching experience for the students as their gained historical knowledge and about their rich heritage. The society even organized a Kirtan competition on college's annual Fest 'Lashkara'. Five college teams participated in this
stcompetition and 1 position was bagged by Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College. The event was successful and brought kudos to the society.
Harkirat Kaur, President
Folk Dance Bhangra TeamOur College's Bhangra team was considered the best in Delhi University this academic session. The team participated in nine competitions this year, and won laurels for the college in seven of them. They were adjudged the best team in Mata Sundri College, SGND Khalsa College and Keshav Mahavidyala. The team were awarded second prizes in Dyal Singh College and three other colleges.We thanks coaches Mr. Gurmeet Singh and Mr. Lakhwinder Singh for their hard work and dedication which enabled the team to excel this year.The squad appreciated the efforts of the captain Baljinder Singh and Vice-captain Jagpreet Singh. The team consisting of Gurdeep Singh, Navjot Singh, Amandeep Singh, Mandeep Singh,
Jaspreet Singh, Harman Singh and Jaspreet Singh deserve to be applauded for their team spirit, sportsmanship and perseverance, which is reflected in their flawless performances. Last but certainly not the least, the team thanks its d r u m m e r A m i t w i t h o u t w h o m t h e performances would not be what they were and also Dr. Harbans Singh who arranged the dreams
Dr. Harbans Singh
YOUTH ACTIVITIESN.C.C. National Cadet CorpsContinuing the highest tradition of serving the nation. This year also N. C. C. Cadets of Khalsa College contributed significantly towards it under the supervision of S. U 0. Nakul Ashish Pant. The biggest achievement this year was actively participating in XIX CWG 2010 Delhi, as volunteers. Cadets Lovepreet Singh, Chandan Kumar, Chander Shekher Yadav, Abbas Ali Hor, Prabhat Kumar, Naveen Kumar and many more were deployed along with security personals as a security assistant. Cadets got exposure to the global community and their performance was praise worthy. Five (5) cadets of Khalsa College NCC under the leadership of S. U 0. Nakul Ashish Pant attended National Integration camp organized at Belapur- Orissa and they were awarded the best directorate representing Delhi which is a major achievement as well as a record in itself Their achievement was highly praised by DDG Delhi Directorate Brigadier A.K. Singar. Dedicating themselves to the service of society at large number of NCC cadets of Khalsa college donated blood at the blood donation camp held at group headquarters. Cadet Shivam Kaushik attended the Rock Climbing and training camp held at Bihar. Twenty eight cadets attended Army Attachment camp held at Meerut Cantt. This year 10 students are appearing in 'C' Certificate exam and 80 students in 'B' Certificate exam of NCC organized by Ministry of Defence Govt. of India. One of our cadets Mohd. Naushad has been selected for OTA Chennai through SSB as officer in the Indian Army.
Lt. (Dr.) Gurinder Singh
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N.S.S.National Social ServiceDuring the academic year 2010-2011, more than three hundred volunteers from various courses joined the NSS unit of the college. The following activities were taken up during the year 2010-11:*Medical Health check-up (routine) and Chitrakala Pratiyogita in collaboration with the NGO GYANODAYA were conducted in Sept. 2010 and Feb. 2011 respectively. Our volunteers joined enthusiastically in the Queen Baton
stRelay at Sri Rahabganj Sahib Gurudwara on 21 October 2010.*In collaboration with a NGO, SURE a training programme of trainers was conducted for two days in October ,2010 and the follow-up of this
thprogramme was conducted on 19 November ,2010. The final review programme on All-India basis was conducted at Jamia Millia Islamia University in January 2011.Almost all the volunteers of the NSS Unit participated in these activities with great enthusiasm. The Red Cross Society of India organised a one day blood donation camp in the
thmemory of Sri Guru Nanak Devji on March 9 2011 for which there were more than 100 donors.Dr. H. V. Jhamb (NSS Programme Officer)Dr. Nagesh Nath Das (NSS Programme Officer)
Placement CellS.G.T.B Khalsa College, Delhi University has a long history of delivering well qualified and well versed students belonging to different course/fields. Our students have no doubt proven to be indispensable assets to the companies/ organizations they get placed with. They are prospering in academics, research organizations, government institutions and corporate sector both in India and abroad. The college takes great pleasure and privilege to inform that the placement program 2010-2011 has indeed been a great success.Our career partners during this academic year have been-
1. IBM Daksh 2. Teach for India (NGO)3. IDP Education
4. Indigo airlines5. Genpact6. Ernst & Young7. Max Bupa Health Insurance8. Eyebridge Solutions Pvt. Ltd.9. Indian Infoline 10. HDFC (Standard Life)
The above companies recruited a total of hundred students from the college across all courses. Apart from the above companies, a few publication houses also volunteered to come over to our campus and recruit students from language courses.Moreover some college students got shortlisted by companies like Genpact and Ranbaxy through off campus, Central Placement Cell, Delhi University.This success could not have been possible without the hard work and cooperation of our Students Placement Team members-Prateek: B.Com (Hons) 3rd YearPreksha: B.A Economics (Hons) 2nd year
Pragya Madan, Coordinator
STAFF ASSOCIATIONTeachingTough brains to crack + simple brains to understand + mutual understanding = Staff association of SGTB Khalsa CollegeThis is the mathematical representation of the staff association of Khalsa College. The above equation clearly implicates a strong bonding among the teaching faculty of Khalsa College. There may be difference of opinions on various matters, but these differences are taken as food for thought in a constructive way. In fact, without the difference of opinions the creativity dies. Thus our strength is this food for thought that binds us constructively. When the session 2010-11 began, the struggle of the Delhi University's teaching faculty against the forceful thrusting of semester system and illegal ways of its implementation was already in full throttle. It had begun in the previous session 2009-10. The former Vice-chancellor Prof. Deepak Paintal in his last days of office was bent upon implementing the semester system at the under graduate level. There were strikes, marches, dharnas etc. led by DUTA . There were
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seminars, discussions, meetings at various platforms. Our staff association went hand in hand with DUTA. Whether it was a march or a strike or a thought provoking discussion, the representation of our teachers was in large numbers. We all were fighting for a common cause that would have benefitted the student fraternity at large. Almost, all teachers of college fought for this common cause, a remarkable achievement.Amidst this turbulence of the semester system, one healthy tradition was propping up in the staff room of our college. This was regarding the staff association executive elections. With Dr. G.S. Sodhi as election officer many teachers were encouraged to fill nomination forms for different posts of the executive. There were a record number of nominations filed. The elections for this purpose had not taken place for a long period of time. But this time elections took place for each and every post of the executive, be it the chairperson, the secretary, or the executive body. A record no. of teachers came out to vote. This session we lost two of our dedicated faculty members, Dr. Satinder Kaur of the Zoology department and Ms. Praveen Kaur Sawhney of the Sports department. We would miss them and remember them fondly in the years ahead.Mr. Anil Sethi of the Economics Department retired on the 31 October after his superannuation. Dr. Manjeet Sethi of the English department had taken voluntary retirement in the beginning of this session. Both were given a warm send off in Jan. 2011.Last but not the least, on behalf of my chairperson Dr. Gurmeet Kaur, Vice-Chairperson Dr. Gurvinder Kaur, the treasurer-Mr. Virender Mehra and all the executive members, I thank all my colleagues who gave us a chance to serve the association I thank principal Dr. Jaswinder Singh and Vice-Principal S. Jaspal Singh for supporting & guiding us.
Daljeet I.P.Singh, Secretary, Staff Association
Non-TeachingKhalsa (Morning) Non-Teaching Staff Association has been formed to look after the welfare of more than 100 of its members. The team lead by S. Jasbir Singh, President and S.
Rishipal Singh, Secretary worked for the welfare of the association during the year 2010 up to the best of its abilities. During the year, Mr. Gurmeet Singh Sawhney, T.A. Museum retired in the month of Sept., 2010. Mr. Nasib Singh, Gestetner Operator and S. Harbhajan Singh, Sr. Asstt. (Accounts) also retired on attaining the age of 60 years. The association organized a well attended function in the college staff room for bidding adieu to these employees on 31.12.2010. As per Diwali and other festivals were celebrated. Annual Election of the association was held in the first week of Feb., 2011I and the following Office Bearers were elected.S. Kanwal Bir Singh, President, S. Amarjit Singh Chahal, Secretary, S. Jagjit Singh,Vice-President, S. Tejinder Singh, Jt. Secretary and S.Gurmeet Singh as Treasurer of the Association. S. Harmeet Singh Ghai and Sh. Ramesh Kumar Dubey were nominated as Working Committee members for DUKU. S. Jasbir Singh of Botany Department was elected Management Committee Member of Delhi University Co-operative Store with highest votes in the elections held in August, 2010. Further, S Jasbir Singh has also been the Treasurer of the Delhi University Laboratory Staff Association.The new team organized a get-together and celebrated Lohri Festival.
Amarjit Singh Chahal, Secretary
Library
The college library named as Mata Gurji library who was the mother of our 10th Guru Gobind Singh ji. The library is fully automated. Library facilities like searching, issue/return of books are computerized. Library memberships cum college identity card are prepared in the library in machine-readable form.Opac (online public access catalogue) is in the library for use of staff/students to quickly access the books. Shortly Web Opac will start to classify our library books on internet. Gate security check systems operated in both science and general library to check the circulation of books.
College library possesses the finest collection of reading material among the various institutions on the university campus. It is equipped with
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1,38,000 books of all disciplines, catering to the academic needs of not only 2500 students on the roll of the college and also many research scholars and academicians from Delhi university. The library subscribes to numerous magazine, periodicals and newspapers for the benefit of the staff and students. Students aid fund section for economically weaker students provide textbooks for the whole academic year.
The annual general budget of the college is Rs. Twelve lacs. The library reading room is fully air-conditioned and can accommodate 150 members with a separate section for teaching staff. Sixteen CCTV cameras along with control systems are installed in the library to monitor the activities of students to maintain discipline in the whole library. With implementation of semester system a special reference section has been added for 1st year students.
Jaspal Singh, Prof. Assistant
STUDENTS' WELFARE SOCIETYThe annual scholarship distribution function was held on 27th November. 2010. Dr Bhurelal, Chairman, Environment pollution control Authority, Govt. of India was the chief guest. Bhurelallji, is an alumnus of our college (1959 to 1962) represented Khalsa College in athletics. He delivered an inspiring speech on Pawan guru paani pita maata dharat mahat Former principal, Dr.D.S.Claire Mr. K. Sethumadhavan , sponsor of Smitha Menon Scholarship and Dr. Manjit Singh Walia, Secretary Alumni Association, S.G.T.B.Khalsa College graced the occasion.This scholarship distribution function is organized to honour the meritorious students who excel in academics at the university level. This year the committee consisted of Dr. Laxmi Narula,(convenor), Dr. H.V Jhamb Mr. Novy Kapadiaj Ms. Simranjit Kaur, Dr. Bihbu Prasad, Dr. Kamaldeep Kaur and Ms Jasdeep Kaur. This committee formulated strict recommendations to award the merit scholarships to the students. 83 merit and 51 merit cum means stipends were awarded this year. 1 Sharda Trivedi Scholarship: Initiated by late Dr P.C.Trivedi of physics department in the
memory of his wife Mrs Sharda Trivedi to financially, help the meritorious and deserving students in Mathematics and Science stream. Three students - Gulshan of B.Sc (H) from Botany, Sanjay of Zoology and Ajay Bassi of Physics were selected for this scholarship. 2 R.K. Dham scholarship: Sponsored by S. P.S. Dham in the memory of his wife for the deserving students from economics, sports or divinity. This year the award goes to Harkirat Kaur B A (H) English 3rd year, excellent performance in divinity and Vinod Gattani of B.A. (H) Economics 2nd year for academics.3 Gagandeep and Harpreet Singh memorial Scholarship: Sponsored by Mr. Jagjit Singh of Chemistry department in the memory of his sons for deserving and meritorious students. Ashmeet Singh of B.Sc. (H) Chemistry was selected for Harpreet Singh memorial award and Shrish Agnihotri of M.Sc (P) for Gagandeep Singh memorial award. 4 Alka Raj Memorial scholarship: Contributed by the faculty members of Eco. department in the memory of a talented brave student, Alka Raj of Economics (H). The year Sonali Kaur Mokha, the second topper in B.A. (H) Economics 2nd year was selected for this award.5 Sardar Gurbax Singh memorial Award: The best student of the college in sports Vikram Batra of B.Com (H) 2nd year, who represented Delhi University in Inter university basketball tournament and secured 79.3% in his 1st year annual examinations. 6 Smitha Menon Scholarship : Mr K Sethumadhvan father of late Miss Smitha Menon, has sponsored this award for the best all round student of English Honours course. This year Azeem Ahmed of B.A.(H) English 3rd year got selected for this award. 7 Chemistry teachers award: Sponsored by the Chemistry faculty members went to Sayma Khatun of B.Sc.(H) 3rd year.8 Neeraj Vohra Scholarship: Sponsored by the parents of the late Neeraj Vohra a B.Sc. Applied Phy.l Science student of the college. Gurpreet Singh Arora of B.Sc. Physical Science 3rd year was selected for this scholarship.
Dr. Laxmi Narula Convener, Students Welfare Committee
The 58th Annual Prize Distribution Function was held on February 17, 2010 in the College auditorium. It was the grand finale for the academic session 2009-10 where we felicitated our outstanding students in Academics, Sports and Extracurricular activities.Continuing with the highest traditions of our college the day’s program began with a “namaskar” to the universal Guru, the teacher, the guiding light, by beginning with the sacred words from Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib ji’s Bani in Raag Jai Jaiwanti.“Sadho Gobind ke, gun Gavo”. This was presented by the students of the Divinity Society.Our honourable Chief Guest was Smt. Krishna Tirath, Minister for Women and Child Development who is an active social worker, deeply interested in sports. We had our Guest of Honour, Prof Ved Prakash, Vice Chairman, UGC who is the recipient of US Fulbright Post-Doctoral Fellowship. Also present were honourable guests S. Harvinder Singh Sarna, Former President, Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, S. Iqbal Singh Anand, our Treasurer, Governing Body, S. Joginder Singh Walia, Chairman, Governing Body, and members of the Governing Body and DSGMC. We had Principals from other colleges, Former colleagues, members of the Faculty graced the occasion along with students.The Principal presented the Annual report to
the audience. Thereafter, our honourable chief guests released the annual college magazine of this year ‘THE TEGH’. The college magazine was launched on the web for the 2nd time. Releasing on the annual day has become our regular feature now.Our esteemed chief guest presented the scroll of honour to our retired colleagues, Dr Gurcharan Singh, Associate Professor, Dept. of Botany, famously known as the crisis manager and an able administrator. We also bid adieu to S. Balwant Singh, PA to Principal, who always provided service with a smile.Dr Sukhbir Kaur, Associate Professor, Dept of Botany, Mrs. Arvinder Kaur, Senior Assistant in accounts section, Mrs Amarjit Kaur, Laboratory Assistant in the Dept of Zoology, and Mr Jarnail Singh Ji, Senior Personal Assistant to Principal were recognised for their consistent hard work, dedication and patience for 25 long years in service.The awards that acknowledge the hard work, the dedication, the enthusiasm and the involvement of the non-teaching staff were presented to two best workers of the year –from the Sciences, S. A.S. Grover and from the Administrative Section, Security Guard, Mr Anil Kumar.Nearly 150 outstanding students in academics, sports and extra curricular activities were honored with special prizes.
Dr. Savinder Kaur, Convenor
Form - IV (See Rule 8)
1. Place of Publication : SGTB Khalsa College, University of DelhiDelhi-110007
2. Periodically of its Publication : Yearly3. Printer's Name : Abha Publicity4. Nationality-whether citizen of India : Indian
(if foreigner, state the country of origin) address5. Publisher's Name : Dr. Jaswinder Singh6. Nationality-whether citizen of India : Indian, SGTB Khalsa College
(of foreigner, state the country of origin) address7. Editor's Name : Dr. Amarjeet Kaur8. Nationality-whether citizen of India : Indian, SGTB Khalsa College
(if foreigner, state the country of origin) address9. Name and address of individuals who own the : Principal, SGTB Khalsa College
Newspaper and partners or shareholders University of Delhi, Delhi-110007
I, Dr. Jaswinder Singh, hereby declare that the particulars given above are true to the best of my knowledge any belief.
Date : 5 April, 2011
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Annual Prize Distribution-2010
SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS-2010-11Sports
1. Dr. Rattan Singh Anand Memorial Award for Best Cricketer : Awarded to Hemant Singh, B.A. (H) Hindi I year for representing Railways in U-22 National Championship and Delhi University
2. Dr. Rattan Singh Anand Memorial Award for Best Hockey Player : Awarded to Piyush Upadhyay, B.A. (Prog) II year for representing Delhi in National Championship and Delhi University
3. Lala Amarnath Memorial Award for Best Cricketer : Awarded to Mukul Dagar, B.A. (H) English I year for representing Haryana in Ranji Trophy and India U-19
4. Abinash Singh Nijjar Award for Best Hockey Player : Awarded to Rajiv Vaid, B.Com. (Prog.) III year for representing Delhi University and Captain College Team
5. G. L. Sikka Memorial Award for Best Students in Academics and Sports : Awarded to Vikram Batra, B.Com. II year for representing Delhi University in Basketball and amongst the toppers of his class B.Com (H) I year (2009-10)
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1. S. Gurdial Singh Virdi Memorial Award for Best All rounder of College : Jointly awarded to :
a. Sunil, B.Sc. (H) III year, Physical Science. b. Sanjay, M.A. (Final), Hindi
2. S. Gagandeep Singh Anand Memorial Award for Excellence in Biological Science : Harpreet Kaur Sidhu,B.Sc. (H) Zoology, III year
S. Gagandeep Singh Anand Memorial Award for Excellence in Physical Science : Ardaman Kaur, B.Sc. (H) Electronics, III year
3. S. Tarlochan Singh Sarna Memorial Award for Excellence in Languages : Rajwinder Kaur, B.A. (H) Punjabi, II year
4. G.L. Sikka Memorial Award for Best Student amongst Social Science : Preksha Mishra, B.A. (H) Economics, II year
5. Sdr. Sital Kaur Virdi Memorial Award - Best All rounder in Biological Sciences - Gulshan, B.Sc.(H) Botany, II year
6. S. Amolak Singh Sethi Memorial Award for Best Student in Botany : Swati Tyagi, B.Sc. (H) Botany, III year
7. Dr. S.S. Gulshan Award for Outstanding student in Commerce : Prakhar Wadhwa, B.Com (H) III year
8. Dr. Sameer Aggarwal Memorial Award for Best All rounder in Hindi : Khushboo Abrol, B.A. (H) III year
9. S. Rajinder Singh Sachdev Memorial Award for Best student in Hindi : Sandeep Kumar, III year
10. Sdr. Kauran Rooprai Memorial Award for Best student in English : Sheenam, B.A. (H) English, III yr
Sdr. Kauran Rooprai Memorial Award for Best student in Physics : Asha Yadav, B.Sc. (H) Physics, III year
11. Smt. Saraswati Singh Memorial Award for Best All rounder in Physics : Karamdeep Singh, III year
12. S. Gurbax Singh Memorial Award for best student in BBE : Navneet Kumar, B.A. (H) Business Economic (2010 Pass-out)
13. Jathedar Jatinder Singh Sandhu Memorial Award for best student in B.A. Programme : Isha Gupta, III year
Jathedar Jatinder Singh Sandhu Memorial Award for best student in Punjabi : Basant Kaur, III year
14. Dr. Jasjit Kaur Memorial Award for best student in Maths : Daljeet Singh Bajaj, B.A. (H) Maths, III year
Dr. Jasjit Kaur Memorial Award for best student in Economics : Vinod Gattani, B.A. (H) Eco. III year
15. S. Ratan Singh Memorial Award for best student in Political Science : Ardhendu , III year
S. Ratan Singh Memorial Award for best student in History : Nitish Sehgal, III year
16. Sultan Chand Draupadi Devi Memorial Award for best student in Commerce : Tarundeep Kaur, B.Com (H) III year
17. S. Hardayal Singh, Memorial Award for topper in Commerce : Tarun Gupta, B.Com (Final)
18. S. Tara Singh Jassal Memorial Award for best student in Chemistry : Ashmeet Singh, III year
19. S. Gurdial Singh Virdi Memorial Award for best student in Zoology : Nancy Arora, III year
20. Sdr. Dharam Kaur Memorial Award for best differently abled student : Kapil Sahu, B.A. (H) Pol. Sc. III year
