CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The School of Business and Management (BBA) at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus – “The Hub of Analytics”, organised a Pre-Placement Talk by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on October 1, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Auditorium, Management Block. The session aimed to provide final-year BBA students with valuable insights into corporate expectations, career opportunities, and recruitment processes at one of India’s largest and most reputed multinational companies. The session began with a warm welcome to the TCS delegation, comprising Mr. Vishal Rampalle (Campus Lead, Pune Region, TCS), Mr. Sagar Motiyani (HR Recruitment Team, TCS), Ms. Rutuja Mohite (HR Recruitment Team, TCS), and Ms. Charu J. (HR Recruitment Team, TCS & Alumni, BBA Batch of 2022). The event was coordinated by Mr. Sharad Gupta, faculty member of the School of Business and Management. The presence of an alumnus from the same department added a personal and motivating dimension to the talk...

On the evening of Saturday, October 4, 2025, the CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Pune Lavasa Campus was transformed into a vibrant hub of cultural celebration for the much-anticipated "Garba Night 2025." This festival celebration  was organised with meticulous planning and enthusiasm by the BBA Insights Newscast Committee (BINC) under the aegis of the School of Business and Management-BBA. This cultural event was a resounding success, bringing together the entire campus community of students, faculty, and staff for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and fellowship. The event was held at the expansive Football Ground adjacent to the Management Block, commencing at 6:00 PM, and beautifully captured the festive spirit of Navratri. It celebrated cultural diversity by bringing together students from various backgrounds to participate in the vibrant festivities, reinforcing the occasion as a cherished annual tradition. The conceptualisation of Garba Night 2025 was rooted in...

Ignite 2025: The Detective’s Firm, The Allegory of The Unbeaten Undercover, a prestigious business fest organized by the second-year BBA cluster of the School of Business and Management, served as an introduction to department-level business fests and the CUSMBA for first-year students. The three-day event, held from Sept 30th to Oct 3rd 2024, provided a dynamic platform for participants to showcase their innovative ideas and generative thinking. Throughout the event, participants received insightful feedback and built connections with their peers and seniors. The fest commenced with an Inaugural Ceremony on 30th September, graced by esteemed dignitaries including Fr. Justin P. Varghese (Academic Coordinator), Dr. Nikhil Varghese (Head of the Department), and Dr. Aashiek Cheriyan and Dr. Bipallab Roy (Batch Coordinators). Their motivating addresses set an enthusiastic tone for the event, inspiring participants to perform with creativity and confidence. The highlight of the inauguration...

The Department of English and Cultural Studies hosted an insightful career guidance session for M.A. students specialising in Digital Humanities in English. The session aimed to orient students toward the diverse professional opportunities available in the emerging field of Digital Humanities and to provide practical guidance on building a career that integrates traditional literary scholarship with digital technologies. The speaker, an expert in the field of Digital Humanities, began by highlighting the growing significance of digital tools and platforms in literary research and cultural studies. Emphasising the interdisciplinary nature of DH, the speaker outlined how skills in text analysis, data visualisation, digital archiving, and computational methods have become essential for contemporary scholars. Students were introduced to a variety of digital platforms commonly used in research, including text-mining tools, digital repositories, and collaborative annotation software, demonst...

The Swachhotsav 2025 Clean-Up Drive, a highly successful joint initiative, was executed on October 2nd (Gandhi Jayanti) through the unified commitment of the Centre for Social Action (CSA), the National Cadet Corps Unit, School of Business and Management (BBA), and the Department of English & Cultural Studies. This event highlighted the sustained mission of the collaborators, promoting a continuous commitment to cleansing "not just the trash, but also the trash thoughts" that challenge societal harmony, thereby underscoring the commitment to the betterment of society through active engagement of young minds. This dual focus underscores the collective mission to drive ethical and environmental betterment through the active engagement of young, motivated minds. The comprehensive mobilization commenced promptly at 7:00 AM at the Central Block of the campus. The event successfully brought together a diverse contingent of participants, including dedicated members of the Enviro...

On 17th September 2025, Christ College, Pune organized an insightful guest lecture on “Time Series Modelling and Forecasting using R.” The session was conducted by Ms. Divya K. Andrew, Senior Research Fellow at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala. The one-hour session, held from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, was attended by final year MSc. Data science students. The class was organized under the guidance of Ms. Nisha Mary Daniel, the course instructor for Time Series at Christ College, Pune. The objective of the session was to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of time series concepts and guide them in constructing forecasting models using the R programming language. Ms. Divya began with an overview of the importance of time series data, emphasizing its applications in financial markets, demand forecasting, economic planning, weather prediction, and operations management. The lecture started with a discussion on the components of a time series-trend, seasonalit...

COMCLAVE 2025, hosted by the Commerce Department of Christ College, Pune, stood as a grand celebration of innovation, intellect, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Designed to challenge the brightest young minds in finance, business, and economics, the fest brought together students from diverse academic backgrounds to compete, learn, and grow. The event aimed to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications through a blend of simulation-based, analytical, and creative activities. The inaugural ceremony set an energetic tone for the day, featuring enthusiastic introductions, welcoming remarks, and a surge of competitive excitement. Throughout the fest, participants showcased teamwork, quick thinking, and leadership, embodying the true spirit of Christ’s academic excellence and creativity-driven learning. 2. Dalaal Street – Simulating the Stock Market Rush Curated by Supreet and Abin, Dalaal Street replicated the thrill of the Bombay Stock Exchange through a fast-paced sim...