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‘Science of Joyful Living’ held at Raj Bhavan

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A one-day seminar on “Science of Joyful Living” was organised by Swami Rama Himalayan University on Wednesday at the Raj Bhavan Auditorium.

The seminar was inaugurated by Governor Lt General Gurmit Singh (Retd) by lighting the ceremonial lamp. In the seminar, expert doctors of Himalayan University gave their views on the scientific approach to the art of living a blissful life and told how every person can be happy in life.

Dr Vijay Dhasmana, Chancellor of the University, explained about living a blissful life through constructive use of emotions along with diet and exercise based on the teachings of Swami Rama. He said that this seminar had been held to focus on the concept of a healthy mind in a healthy body. He provided information about the importance of a balanced diet in life and said that, just as proper eating and regular exercise are necessary to keep the body healthy. Pranayama for breathing and meditation is essential to keep the mind calm. Dr Prakash Keshaviya and Dr Renu Dhasmana gave information regarding mind and meditation activities, methods of meditation and importance of diet.

The Governor congratulated the Chancellor of the University, Dr Vijay Dhasmana, and his team for organising  an event on the science of living a blissful life with spiritual education at the Raj Bhavan. He stated, “We always ask ourselves how to be happy and, today, the expert doctors of Himalayan University have given the solution. It is necessary for each of us to be happy but due to circumstances, we become unhappy. The information given today about how to live life happily even in such times will be useful in every person’s life.”

Orientation Program for Paramedical Students held at SRHU

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Orientation Program for Paramedical Students held at SRHU

Dateline Dehradun: An orientation program was organized for the new students of the paramedical field at the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Jollygrant. During the event, Chancellor Dr. Vijay Dhasmana stated, “quality education is the focus in all the university’s programs, and students are being provided with world-class education.” The program commenced on Friday in the medical college’s auditorium with Guru Vandana.

On this occasion, Chancellor Dr. Vijay Dhasmana said that paramedical technicians play a crucial role in the treatment of patients. The doctor treats patients based on the report of paramedical technicians. Paramedical technicians bridge the gap between doctors and patients, providing a stress-free environment for patients and assisting in their health. He further emphasized that for success, students should work hard and make the best use of their time.

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rajendra Dobhal mentioned the vital role of paramedical workers in the field of medicine and how doctors are incomplete without them. Besides discipline, he inspired students on being alert to the concepts of setting goals, time management, dedication, and commitment.

During the program, students were introduced to the mission and vision of Dr. Swami Rama through video presentations. Before this, Principal Dr. Ashok Kumar Deorari welcomed the new students in the 2023-24 batch and wished them well. Vice-Principal Dr. Anuradha Kusum acquainted students with the department heads, faculty members, and university policies. Dr. Vineet Mehrotra provided information about the university’s anti-ragging policy. Dr. Praveen conducted the program. Dr. Juhi Kalra expressed gratitude to everyone present on the occasion. Dr. Sunil Saini, Dr. S.L. Jethani, Dr. Prakash Keshavya, and Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad were also present on the occasion .

Workshop on Strategies for Effective Clinical Teaching held

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The faculty and PG students of Himalayan College of Nursing, Swami Rama Himalayan University, organized a one-day workshop on 28th August.

The objective was to strengthen knowledge of strategies for effective clinical teaching and develop insights into the different clinical teaching – learning methods.

The workshop included different methods of clinical learning and importance of selecting appropriate clinical assignments and activities for effective student learning outcomes.

It helped the participants to understand that designing appropriate activities in appropriate settings allows the student to experience learning in a better way.

There were around 66 participants from various courses including Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, M.Sc. Nursing and Faculty of Nursing.

A brief introduction of the workshop was given  by Dr. Rajkumari Sylvia Devi, followed first by the scientific session on Choosing Clinical Learning Assignments and outcomes and then a session on Process of Clinical Teaching and 3rd session on Case Method & Case Study.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by the presence of Dr. SanchitaPugazhendi (Chairperson), Principal, Himalayan College of Nursing, and Dr.Kathleen, Nursing Advisor, SRHU.

Dr. Sanchita Pugazhendi, addressed the gathering and shared words of wisdom, motivation,
and experiences. The Chairperson also appreciated the work of the organizers for the successful execution of this workshop.

Various resource persons, on Simulation-Based Demonstration, Self-Directed Learning Activities, Clinical Conference & Discussion, and Nursing Rounds & Reports, Process Recording and Factors Affecting Clinical Teaching, took further scientific sessions.

The program was followed by the valedictory session with the vote of thanks by Himanshu.

VoW partners with Auroville Literary Festival 

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Dateline Dehradun: Valley of Words|Shabdavali partners with Auroville for the debut edition of the Auroville Literature Festival that will be held in Puducherry on the 25th-27th of August.  

Right from its nascent stage, Valley of Words along with Chennai International Centre has helped the organisers curate a world-class literary fest.  

VoW Volunteers from esteemed institutes of Dehradun put their best foot forward and helped in every possible way. From curating national and international authors list to working on their resume’s for the brochure, the VoW volunteers have worked relentlessly over the past few months to help put it altogether. Posters were put up at various venues in town to spread the word along with the volunteers reading shortlisted authors and their works which will be open to discussion at the ALF as well.   

VoW |Auroville Lit Fest Team

Close to one dozen VoW volunteers from Dehradun will be making their maiden trip to Auroville during the festival to help out at the Festival Registration Desk, at the Festival Book Stands at the Author Lounge as well. 

 Home to over sixty nationalities, Auroville has set the stage for its debut Literary festival which will bring together two dozen luminaries from the world of literature, making a distinct mark on the literary landscape. Auroville Literature Festival marks the 150th birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo world-renowned spiritual and literary figure. The festival celebrates Sri Aurobindo’s vision of ‘world as one family,’ and celebrate India’s cultural and literary diversity. Further talking about the contribution of Shri Aurobindo, VoW|Shabdavali Festival Director Dr Chopra said, “This festival is also a tribute to Sri Aurobindo, one of the finest writers of English who wrote Savitri, Essays on the Geeta, and gave the world the concept of Integral Vedanta. Although selected for the ICS, he chose to forsake this to devote his life to work for the spiritual and cultural evolution of India, that is Bharat.” 

Unfurling over two and a half days, the festival will host seventeen Indian and seven international authors, thinkers, translators and artistes who will spread the magic of words across three venues: Bharat Nivas, Savitri Bhavan and Unity Pavilion. The open-access festival promises to be one-of-its-kind with the landscape dotted with food stalls, craft stores, book stalls along with evenings dedicated to cultural performances by Surya Performance Lab. 

Swami Rama Himalayan University granted valuable patent

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Chancellor SRHU Dr Vijay Dhasmana

An apparatus for spreading microbial culture on a petri dish developed by the university has been granted patent by The Patent Office, GoI.

A new invention by the Department of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University has added another feather to its cap. This invention relates to a novel method and invention of an apparatus for spreading microbial cultures on a Petri dish.

The procedure has utility in evenly spreading the microbial culture on a soft microbiological growth medium in a Petri dish without damaging the agar surface. Traditionally, skilled laboratory technicians using a hand tool known as spreader, made up of glass, plastic, metal, or any inert material, have performed the isolation of bacteria manually. Now this newly invented hand-tool or spreader typically includes a terminal loop to make multiple streaks.

Petri Dish

Such microbial inoculation and streaking on Petri dishes are highly repetitious and, in many pathologies or diagnostic microbiology laboratories it is usually conducted in very high volumes, such as in volumes as high as 1,000 to 15,000 plates per day. It is a tedious and laborious work, for which reason is prone to error and inaccuracies.

Another drawback of manual method of use of spreader by different persons can significantly affect the counting of microbes, which leads to variable results. Since different persons use diverse force and techniques to spread the microbial culture using a spreader on an agar Petri dish.

Due to the use of force and pressure, a significant reduction in microbial cell count has been reported. This reduction in microbial cell occurs during spread plating due to the physical impact of the spreader on the solid microbial media, and this causes injury to microbial cells. Even bacterial spores have been reported vulnerable to injury during spread-plating due to physical impact.

Therefore, to overcome the above-mentioned drawbacks, the present invention will greatly help in putting into effect a novel method and put to use a more efficacious method of homogenously spreading the microbial cultures on a Petri dish. The procedure has utility in
evenly and uniformly spreading the microbial culture on a soft microbiological growth medium in the Petri dishes without damaging the agar surface in a reproducible manner.

The apparatus is made up of a tripod stand having a central vertical rod, connected to a handle. Rotation of handle rotates the central rod, which rotates the horizontal smooth metallic rod. This horizontal rod rotates softly on the agar medium surface in the Petri dish. The rotation of horizontal rod evenly and uniformly spreads the diluted microbial sample. Four to five rotations are sufficient to spread the microbial culture evenly. Spreading of microbial cultures with the help of this novel apparatus does not physically harm the microbial cells, thus leading to accurate and errorless results. The use of novel apparatus also saves tedious and laborious work of a technician.

Chancellor SHRU, Dr Vijay Dhasmana stated that, “At SRHU we nurture creative thinking to discover new vistas of inventions in the quest for knowledge. The recent patent awarded to us is a utility patent based on a novel microbiology method to isolate a single microorganism. In future we will endeavor to focus on more discoveries, which will open up new frontiers for human welfare. I congratulate the researchers for their commitment and recognize their accomplishment with pride.”

Bachelor of Pharmacy introduced @ Swami Rama Himalayan University

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In the current academic year, a brand new program, ‘Bachelor of Pharmacy’, has been introduced at Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jollygrant.

In contemporary times pharmacy practice has come to cover areas such as ‘hospital pharmacy’, ‘community pharmacy’ and ‘clinical pharmacy.’ With this degree students will be able to gain in-depth knowledge of different dosage forms, pharmacology, natural herbs in pharmacognosy, clinical trails, drug development and therapeutics, and also learn about the diverse sources of medicines, related formulations, doses and their effects on the human body called the therapeutic effect.

For admission seekers campus-visit and interaction with the counselors in the Admission Cell is a must. The University is replete with resources and personnel ready to help students explore options.

There is a wide range of career opportunities available to pharmacy professionals – • Retail and Whole Sale Pharmacy • Hospital Pharmacy • Research and Development • Quality Control, Quality Assurance • Regulatory Affairs • Consultancy, Academics and Government Agencies i.e.Drug Inspector, Drug Analyst • Pharmacist in Central Government organizations

Scholarships •

Merit Scholarship: Up to 100% of Tuition Fees • Merit cum Means Scholarship: Up to 50% of Tuition Fees

• Special Scholarship: Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for Ward of Armed Forces / Para Military Forces / Police Force Personnel (Serving and Retd, Non-Commissioned Officer) / Differently abled Candidate, Transgender Candidate.

• Special Scholarship: Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for differently-abled candidate.

• Free-ship Scholarship: Completely free education for One Candidate in each academic program of the University who is an orphan /has no earning member in the family.

• Alumni Concession • 26% fee relaxation for students from Uttarakhand  (Permanent resident)

• Interest free education Loan facility

Talking about the course Chancellor Dr. Vijay Dhasmana added, “Pharmacists empower the diseased by enabling them tackle illness and boosting their confidence. They provide knowledge, motivate, they help patients to help themselves. Pharmacists are the first contact point in a health crisis, and save lives. I am certain our new entrants will be saviors of society and serve as messengers of God. “

‘Epiphanies’ open to visitors at VR Art Space, Mussoorie

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Dateline Mussoorie: Mussoorie’s own Shubhdarshini Singh’s solo exhibition entitled ‘Epiphanies’ was opened to visitors at VR Art Space, Parade Point, Clock Tower. This collection of over thirty paintings that were made during Covid pandemic portray the artists personal way of dealing with loss, depression and loneliness. In the months that followed, the artist follows her heart and put paint to canvass to depict her inner feelings. ‘The night welds around me circles of pain/ The urge is great, /the urge to break away.’

These colourful canvasses -some as large as 36×36 -show nature, the seasons, the flora and fauna of the hillside in all its glory. This collection holds a special place in the artist’s heart with each one telling a tale of its own.

The artist with one of her works

Calling themselves the Outsider Art artists, Singh has had no formal training in painting, unless one includes the fact that she has had her education at Shantiniketan’s Vishwa Bharati. The self-taught artist’s paintings are packed with her dreams, hope and vision, feelings, failures, and triumphs. Epiphany catches the viewer’s attention and hits an emotional cord. In her own words Shubhdarshini Singh says: “Most of my work here was done when I was dealing with a lot of loneliness, depression and angst during Covid. These paintings were a source of relief and inspiration for me to look forward to doing something worthwhile during the pandemic.” She further adds, “This collection also shows my inner transformation from a city girl to someone who has made these hills her home.”

Not new to creativity completed her mass communication from Chandigarh, post which she worked as a copywriter and print journalist. Soon she moved into TV production as a coordinator, and then as a self-taught painter, producer, director, script director for various programs in several genres.

Her first solo exhibition on Medical Art was held at the Art Gallery, New Delhi in 2009 as well as Bharat Bhavan.

Surbhi Aggarwal curator of the exhibition observed: ‘It was difficult for me to pick out the best from her varied work. She is a very creative person. I am so surprised that she has yet to find recognition. as an artist for the incredible work she has done. She seems to grasp a sudden manifestation or perception of the essential nature or meaning of something. In her painting ‘Lovers’ she has an intuitive grasp of reality through a usually simple though striking event. Suddenly, as if by a swift insight, everything is made clear.’     

‘Epiphanies’ will be open to visitors until 10th of October at the VR Art Space, Clock Tower, Mussoorie.  If you happen to be in Mussoorie do stop by to witness how rock-bottom can be a springing board for those who have an artist in them.

‘Shruti-Sarita Art’ presents ‘Raga Ragini-2023’

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RISHIKESH: ‘Shruti-Sarita Art’ presented “Raga Ragini-2023”, a digital music confluence based on Indian classical music. Artists from all over the country showcased their soulful performances. The programme commenced with lighting of the lamp before Dr Swami Rama’s portrait.

Ashish Kukreti, the founder of Shruti-Sarita Art and a classical musician, mentioned that “Raga Ragini-2023” series is being organised from 15 July. Young artists from across the country are presenting their renditions under the weekly programme (Digital Session).

In the first event, Sanika Kulkarni beautifully presented the composition “Deo Dan Mohe” and “Piharwa Aao Tum Ham Mil” in Raag Yaman Vilambit Ektaal, composed by Pandit Kumar Gandharv. Ashay Kulkarni on Tabla and Abhinay Ravande on Harmonium accompanied her. In the second event, Shirin Sengupta Nath presented Raag Madhu Malhar. Kaushik Banerjee on Tabla and Kamalaksh Mukherjee on Harmonium provided accompaniment. This was followed by Saumalya Mukhopadhyay presenting Raag Tilak Kamod on Mohini Veena, with Samit Banik on Tabla. In the final event, Dr Pandit Ranjit Sengupta presented Raag Abhogi on Sarod, accompanied by Kaushik Banerjee.

Ashish Kukreti mentioned that Shruti-Sarita Art is committed to providing a suitable platform for classical musicians. It would continue to organise such programme from time to time.

A few months ago, the Heritage-2023 event was also successful. It featured renowned Dhrupad vocalist Pandit Nirmalya Dey presenting traditional compositions of Dhrupad and Dhamar in Raag Bhupali and Raag Desh. The programme concluded with “Shiv Shiv Shiv Shankar Adidev” in Raag Adana.

HSMS Orientation Programm held @ Swami Rama Himalayan University

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Swami Rama Himalayan University commenced a two-week-long orientation program for its new students of Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.), and Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses at the Himalayan School of Management Studies (HSMS). The inaugural ceremony was held on August 1st, 2023 and will continue through to August 12th, offering a rich spectrum of activities for the freshers.
The inauguration event began with a traditional Indian lamp lighting ceremony, illuminating a path of knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment for the new students.

Dr. V.D. Chauhan, Director General – Academic Development, introduced the University, providing an insightful overview of its history, vision, and mission. As part of the introductory event, a special video showcasing the life of Dr. Swami Rama, the esteemed founder of the university, was presented to the new students to inspire them and offer insights into the university’s rich heritage and culture.

Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, Vice-Chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University, in his address expressed his profound delight to welcome such a dynamic group of young minds to the University, assuring them of the enriching and rewarding journey they are about to undertake. Dr. Dobhal emphasized upon the University’s commitment to providing an inclusive and innovative learning environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and personal growth. He also reminded the students of their responsibilities as members of the University community, urging them to uphold the values and ethos of the institution, respect diversity, and maintain the highest standards of academic integrity. Dr. Dobhal concluded his address with a warm wish for the students’ success and the assurance of his and the entire faculty’s unwavering support in their academic journey.

Dr. Vickram Sahai, Principal of the Himalayan School of Management Studies, greeted the new students, warmly welcoming them into the University family. The principal introduced the esteemed faculty and staff of HSMS, thus providing the students an initial interaction with the people who will guide them through their academic journey.

Dr. Somaditya Juyal, Associate Professor at the Himalayan School of Management Studies, provided the new students with a comprehensive overview of their chosen courses. He shed light on the program’s educational objectives and anticipated outcomes, thereby laying out a clear roadmap of the academic journey ahead. Additionally, he also highlighted the specificities of the course outcomes and the structural layout, offering students a more detailed understanding of their academic trajectory. This was aimed at enabling students to make the most of their academic experience and align their learning path with their career goals.

Dr. Ravindra Sharma, Assistant Professor at HSMS, presented an extensive briefing on the University’s anti-ragging measures. It was strongly asserted that the University is a ‘ragging-free’ campus, and any form of harassment or bullying is strictly prohibited. This stands as a testament to the safe, supportive, and conducive learning environment the University offers its students.

Around 150 students were present during the event. Over the next two weeks, the students will be participating in a range of exciting educational activities designed to familiarize them with university life and prepare them for their academic journey at SRHU. These activities are part of the university’s commitment to ensuring a comprehensive, welcoming, and inclusive orientation for all new students.

The inaugural event set the tone for a transformative educational journey, one that combines academic rigor with a focus on holistic development. Swami Rama Himalayan University and HSMS are thrilled to welcome these promising new students and look forward to an enriching and memorable orientation program. The institute anticipates fostering intellectual curiosity, creating supportive learning spaces, and empowering these young minds to achieve their career goals.

The program was seamlessly anchored by Garima Kapoor.

Himalayan Hospital holds RSACPCON 2023 at HIMS premises

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The Department of Anaesthesiology of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, organized a one day Mid-Term RSACPCON 2023

Ddateline Dehradun: The Department of Anaesthesiology of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, organized a one day Mid-Term RSACPCON 2023, under the aegis of Research Society of Anaesthesiology and Clinical Pharmacology. The event was held at the premises of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, under the leadership of Dr. Veena Asthana, HOD Anesthesiology and Organizing Chairperson of this event.

The academic program comprised of CME along with three workshops named Advanced Airway Skills Workshop, Labour Analgesia and Communication Skills (Samvaadshala) workshops with resource faculty from premier institutes of the country.

The program was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, Vice Chancellor,
Swami Rama Himalayan University who congratulated the organizing team for their efforts in holding such an enriching academic event, stressing the role of communication in medical fraternity. The Guest of Honour, Dr. Vijendra D. Chauhan, Director General Academic Development enlightened the audience about Swami Rama who was a great visionary and Dr. Indrani Hemant Kumar, President of the RSACP stressed on the need of such medical programs for updating anaesthesiology knowledge amongst the postgraduates as well as faculty. Dr. Ashok Deorari, Principal HIMS gave an overview of National Academy of Medical Sciences to the audience. Dr. Tej Kaul, Patron, Dr. Anju Grewal, Vice President and Dr. Vishal Singla, Honorary Secretary of RSACP graced the occasion with their presence. The Academic event witnessed the presence of around 175 participants including Anaesthesiologists, postgradutes, MBBS students and other health care providers.

The CME program highlighted guest lectures and panel discussions with interesting out of the Box topics.

Congratulating the team members for the successful execution of the event Chancellor, Dr Vijay Dhasmana stated that, “This initiative encompasses anesthesia, intensive care medicine, critical emergency medicine, and pain medicine and will go a long way in helping reduce the sufferings of patient. This is work that is being done for the service of mankind and is commendable.“

The workshops provided hands on training and skill stations with Case scenario demonstrations enriching evidence based information. This national level conference was liked by one and all, and the participants congratulated Dr. Veena Asthana, Organizing Chairperson and her team comprising of Dr. Gurjeet Khurana, Dr. Parul Jindal, Dr. Nidhi Kumar, Dr. Divya Gupta Organizing Secretary and other faculty members for the success of the event.

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