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WEEKLY BUZZ

Guests Visit: Mr. Sabareesh Kornipalli, Chief Financial Officer, Airawat Research Foundation and Ms. Pragathi Priyadarshini, Academic Researcher, IIT Kanpur

Sahyadri had the honour of hosting Mr. Sabareesh Kornipalli, Chief Financial Officer, Airawat Research Foundation (a Section 8 not-for-profit organization established by IIT Kanpur), and Mrs. Pragathi Priyadarshini, Academic Researcher associated with IIT Kanpur, on 03rd Jan 2026 (Saturday). The visit was organized with the objective of exploring strategic collaborations in industry-driven projects, research initiatives, mentoring, and engagement with the startup ecosystem.
During their interaction with the Heads of Departments and faculty members, the session commenced with a comprehensive presentation on Sahyadri, showcasing the institution’s academic initiatives, notable achievements, research orientation, and its sustained commitment to innovation and excellence.

A dedicated and in-depth discussion was subsequently held with the Finance Team of Sahyadri, focusing on residential programmes, internship opportunities, training frameworks, and potential collaboration models. The deliberations placed strong emphasis on training and placement outcomes, providing students with practical industry exposure, structured skill development pathways, and opportunities through Centres of Excellence, thereby strengthening industry relevance and enhancing graduate employability. The session was further enriched by the presence of Dr. J. G. Manjunath, External Research Member, who shared valuable insights and guidelines on effectively supporting and facilitating research activities, with actionable steps currently under implementation.

As part of the visit, Dr. Manjunath Bhandary, Chairman, personally accompanied the guests on a comprehensive campus visit, offering an overview of Sahyadri’s state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced laboratories, skill development centres, and academic facilities. The visit served as a significant milestone in reinforcing academic–industry–research partnerships and reaffirmed Sahyadri’s commitment to fostering research excellence, innovation-driven education, and holistic student development.

ECE Alumna Commissioned as Flying Officer in Indian Air Force

Ms. Anmol Soni (Batch: 2019–2023) from the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) has been commissioned as a Flying Officer (Flying Branch) in the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Dundigal, Hyderabad.
She achieved this distinction under the Short Service Commission (Pilot Branch) through a direct technical interview. Notably, she was the only woman selected across India this year, securing the All India First Rank, marking a historic milestone.
During her academic tenure, Ms. Anmol Soni was an active member of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and demonstrated a strong commitment to serving the nation in uniform. Her achievement reflects sustained dedication, discipline, and clarity of purpose.
Anmol’s journey is not just an individual success; it is a historic inspiration for countless aspirants, especially young women who dare to dream beyond convention. Her achievement reflects resilience, excellence, and the values nurtured during her academic journey.

Alumni Meet 2025

In a joyous reunion that resonated with nostalgia and camaraderie, Sahyadri hosted its Alumni Meet 2025 on 27th Dec, 2025. The sprawling campus witnessed an influx of former students, spanning across various batches, as they converged to reminisce, share experiences, and rekindle old friendships.
The event began with a warm welcome address by the Prof. Rashmi Bhandary, Dean of Placements and Training, setting the stage for an engaging and nostalgic gathering. This was followed by lightning the lamp to symbolically inaugurate the meet, then a keynote address delivered by Dr. Sudheer Shetty, Vice Principal & COE, who highlighted the achievements of the alumni and their vital role in enhancing the institution’s reputation. The Presidential Address by Principal Dr. S.S. Injaganeri inspired the gathering with his insightful words, emphasizing the significance of alumni contributions to the institution's growth and success. Dr. Shamanth Rai, Dean Academics presented about the college and its achievements. A key highlight of the event was the interactive session, where alumni enthusiastically shared their professional journey, personal milestones, and cherished memories from their time at Sahyadri. The formal function ended up with the vote of thanks by Prof. Abhishek K, the faculty Alumni coordinator.

The alumni also had the opportunity to interact with the department faculty members. Additionally, they visited the incubation centres on campus, gaining a glimpse of the cutting-edge innovations and entrepreneurial initiatives nurtured by the institution. The meet served as a platform to celebrate the accomplishments of our alumni, foster stronger ties with the institution, and inspire a shared vision for future growth and collaboration.
The evening resonated with laughter and delight, as a rich sense of nostalgia was elevated by a cultural extravaganza, with vibrant performances by current students bringing the event to life.
As the evening progressed, the celebrations continued with a gala dinner, offering an ideal platform for alumni to reconnect and network. The event was graced by the presence of Heads of all departments, Deans, and faculty members.

Alumni Vs. MBA Team Cricket Tournament on the occasion of Alumni Day 2025

On the occasion of Alumni Day held on 27th December 2025, a friendly cricket tournament was organized between the Alumni team and the MBA team to strengthen alumni–student engagement. The Alumni team comprised graduates from the MBA 2020 and 2021 batches, who actively participated and showcased strong sportsmanship. The match was played in a spirited and enthusiastic environment, reflecting the enduring bond between past and present students. The MBA team emerged victorious in the match, making the event a memorable and engaging highlight of the Alumni Day celebrations.

Mergers & Acquisitions Case Study Analysis for 1st MBA Students

Department of Business Administration, in association with the ED Club, organized an academic activity for 1st MBA students on “Mergers and Acquisitions – Case Study Analysis” on 29th Dec 2025. The activity focused on analysing real-world merger and acquisition cases, where students evaluated the strategic intent, financial outcomes and operational challenges of various acquisitions. Each team presented the pros and cons of the deals, encouraging a balanced and critical perspective. The session promoted analytical thinking, strategic evaluation, and informed decision-making through active discussions and debates. It provided students with valuable insights into how mergers and acquisitions influence organizational growth and long-term sustainability.

Sahyadri students to represent VTU at All India Inter-University Badminton and Yoga Championship

Mr. Srujan C Shetty, first semester MBA, is representing VTU at the All-India South Zone Inter-University Badminton Championship to be held at KLEF Deemed to be University, Guntur (AP) during 3rd to 6th January, 2026.
Ms. Spandana S, first semester CSE, is representing VTU at the All-India Inter-University Yoga Championship to be held at S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru during 5th to 9th January, 2026.

Dept. of ISE organized an Expert session on ‘Advances in Memory Organization and Performance of Computer Organization and Architecture’

Dept. of Information Science & Engineering organized an Expert session on ‘Advances in Memory Organization and Performance of Computer Organization and Architecture’ delivered by Dr. Sadhana Rai. Dept of CSE (AI-ML). Dr. Rai is a well-regarded expert in the field, and her knowledge has greatly benefited the students. The session explored the evolution of memory systems—from traditional Dynamic RAM (DRAM) to modern Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) solutions. Students learned how DRAM despite its speed, faces scaling limitations and high-power consumption. In response to these issues, Dr. Rai introduced emerging NVM technologies: Phase Change Memory (PCM), Spin-Transfer Torque RAM (STT-RAM) Combines magnetic storage with high speed, Resistive RAM (ReRAM).
Each technology was compared based on speed, energy usage, endurance, and non-volatility. The session also covered Hybrid Memory Systems, which combine DRAM and NVM to optimize performance and efficiency. Cache memory’s role in minimizing latency and speeding up data access was also discussed. This session helped students connect theory with the latest advancements in computing hardware, preparing them for research and industry innovation.
Prof. Prajna U R coordinated the session for the students of III Semester ISE. Dr. Rithesh Pakkala P, HoD ISE; Prof. Pratheek H, Dept. IIC Coordinator and Mr Praveen Damle, Dept. Senior Instructor witnessed the program.

Alumni interacts with first-year MBA students

Rahul Hurtis, an alumnus from the 2022–2024 MBA batch and currently working as Analyst 2 at Goldman Sachs, visited the campus and interacted with first-year MBA students. During the session, Rahul emphasised the importance of maintaining strong academic performance while actively engaging in extracurricular activities. He shared how participation in clubs and campus initiatives helped him build skills, confidence, and professional networks all of which played a key role in securing his role at Goldman Sachs. Rahul encouraged students to make the most of every opportunity on campus, highlighting that involvement beyond the classroom not only shapes personality but also enhances employability.

Placements and Training:

Strong Placement Performance Continues for the 2026 Outgoing Batch

As of December 2025, the placement drive for the 2026 outgoing batch has recorded significant success, with 336 students placed through 404 offers from 120 companies that have visited the campus so far. These achievements reflect the consistent efforts of our students and the strong industry connect fostered by the institution. The placement process is still ongoing and will continue during the upcoming 8th semester, providing students with further opportunities to secure roles across diverse sectors and organizations. The team is confident of achieving even greater milestones as more recruiters engage with students in the coming months.

MBA student placed at Coffee Day Global LtdMBA student placed at Coffee Day Global Ltd

Likith Bhandary, a final-year MBA student specializing in Finance & Marketing, has been placed at ITC Limited as Sales Trainee.
ITC Limited is a major Indian conglomerate with diverse businesses, originally the Imperial Tobacco Company, now spanning FMCG (foods, personal care, stationery), Hotels, Paperboards & Packaging, Agri-Business, and Information Technology (ITC Infotech). They are known for brands like Aashirvaad, Sunfeast, Bingo!, and Classmate, evolving from a tobacco company into a diversified powerhouse focused on sustainability and Indian consumer needs.

MBA student placed at ITC Limited

Godwin Bino, a final-year MBA student specialising in Finance and Marketing, has been placed at Coffee Day Global Ltd as a Sales Trainee.
Café Coffee Day (CCD) is an Indian multinational chain of coffeehouses headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. They are a subsidiary of Coffee Day Enterprises Limited. Internationally, CCD operates in Austria, the Czech Republic, Malaysia, Nepal, and Egypt.

CSE Research Paper Accepted at 7th World Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Advances and Applications (WCAIAA 2026)

The research paper titled “Stratified Hybrid Architecture for Predictive Delay Estimation and Explainable Learning in Aviation Networks” has been accepted for presentation during WCAIAA 2026, scheduled to be held on January 30–31, 2026.The accepted paper will also be published in the conference proceedings and Scopus-indexed Springer Book Series "Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems"

CSE Students’ Research Work Accepted for Presentation and Publication at WCAIAA 2026, organized by NFSU, Goa

The research paper titled ‘AI-Enhanced Complaint Resolution System for Rail Madad’, authored by final-year CSE students Akarsh Rai, G J Sathwik Rai, Ranjana M Suvarna, and Vaishakh A, under the guidance of Dr. Poornima B V, has been accepted for presentation at 7th World Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Advances and Applications (WCAIAA 2026). The paper will be published in the conference proceedings in the Scopus-indexed Springer book series Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems. The conference is organized by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Goa Campus, India, in association with the Soft Computing Research Society.

ECE Students Secure Semiconductor & VLSI Internships at Anmaya Technologies

Five students from the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering have secured internship opportunities at Anmaya Technologies, gaining hands-on exposure in the semiconductor and VLSI domain.
A special acknowledgment to Nandavara Jayaram Hariprasad, Director – Anmaya Technologies, for his continued support through internships and full-time opportunities. Such partnerships play a crucial role in shaping industry-ready engineers.

ECE students secure Internship Opportunities at Brevera Technologies Private Limited

Five students from the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), have secured internship opportunities at Brevera Technologies Private Limited, Mysuru, for the Manufacturing role.
Brevera Technologies is a leading electronics engineering company providing ODM services since 2013, with strong expertise in digital and analog design, power electronics, and embedded systems — supported by robust in-house R&D and quality-driven product development. A special acknowledgement to Mr. Venkatesh P V, Director, Brevera Technologies Private Limited, and his team for providing this valuable opportunity to students.

Engineering Students Secure 15-Week Internship at Zynthora.AI

The final year students have secured a 15-week internship opportunity at Zynthora.AI, a company working in cutting-edge AI technology domains.
● Shima Rai- Information Science & Engineering
● Manushree PB-Information Science & Engineering
● Manasa R Krishna-Information Science & Engineering
● Tanish Radhakrishna-Information Science & Engineering
● Harshith Kumar-Computer Science & Engineering(AI/ML)
● Neha Shetty-Computer Science & Engineering(AI/ML)
● Apoorva Edakkana-Computer Science & Engineering(AI/ML)
● Prithwish P Shetty- Computer Science & Engineering(AI/ML)
This internship offers students valuable hands-on industry experience and practical exposure to real-world projects, complementing their academic learning.
The opportunity enables students to enhance their technical skills, professional competencies, and understanding of current industry practices. Such achievements reflect the institute’s strong focus on experiential learning, industry collaboration, and preparing students for future career challenges.
This internship is part of the proposed MOU between Zynthora.AI and Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management.

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Sat Jan 03 2026