The important areas touched by Advt. Anuj Saxena are.

1.      Types of Senses like sight (vision), hearing (audition), smell (olfaction), taste (gustation), and touch (tactile sense), that give happiness to the people in different manners.

2.      Mental Frame work- The engagement of the people which gave short term happiness.

3.      Ego- People who want recognition, power to get happiness.

4.      Spirituality- The only way that leads to never ending happiness because the voice comes from your soul and stimulate your mind to perform only those work which gives you happiness.

Advocate Saxena shared lots of stories and shlokas of Bhagavad Gita and discussed its impact on the behavioral aspects of human beings. He also connected ancient wisdom with contemporary challenges, highlighting stress management, work-life balance, and emotional resilience.

The session was followed with a question/ answer   round where students proactively participated.

The guest talk was concluded by the valuable word of thanks of Prof (Dr) Ajay Kumar who also expressed his opinion on the various aspects of the topic and gave memento to our guest Advocate Anuj Saxena.

Chief Guest of the day addressed the gathering on the current status of Aatmnirbhar Bharat, Vikshit Bharat and role of MSME in Indian Economy, followed by Guest of Honors, Ms. Ashwini Lal, IES, Additional Development Commissioner, MSME, Ministry of MSME, Government of India. Shri Jagdeep Kumar Rana, Executive Director, (RS) NRO, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd focused on the directions of MSME and functioning of MSME through different schemes for startups, entrepreneurs and procurement and enlightened the audience on vendor development program and other activities related with goods and services. There were a range of dignitaries from Government, PSUs, Industries, Entrepreneurs and Executives. Dr R K Bharti delivered opening remarks on current statistics of different areas of MSME. Students gathered practical knowledge on vendor services and how to associate with MSME’s concerned areas for procurement in goods, services and works. The platform catered to presentation of entrepreneurs, industries, and business providers on different areas of businesses like products, machines, manufacturing and technical services for procurement and association with concerned department. The Indian scenario for export import in terms of lack of export culture, local business environment, quality awareness, awareness on international business environment, language barrier, high cost economy, missing volumes and ignorance about local and international rules and regulations were highlighted too.

On the occasion of Women's day around 250 employees of Barclays along with 60 girls students of PGDM & BBA programs participated in the activity. 

Event was inaugurated with the plantation by Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director - I.T.S School of Management &Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey, Director - UG & IT, Ghaziabad&Mr.Hemant, Barclays Regional Head, Noida. Dr. Ajay Kumar in his welcome address said that the Indian government is also encouraging more & more plantations to keep our environment healthy & pollution free, therefore on the behalf of I.T.S Family we appreciate the efforts being made by GTT & Barclays. He also said that the “Barclays Life-Skill program” especially designed for girls, is highly appreciable and I believe that this activity will help the girls students to achieve their future goals easily.

During the event around 100 plants were planted by the participants. After that girl students were counselled & guided by the Employees of Barclays under the activity “Barclays Life-Skill Program”. All the Girl students were awarded with certificates of participation by Barclays. At the end of the event GTT provided refreshment to all the participants.

The visit aimed to provide exposure to emerging technologies and innovations, offering students opportunities to observe and learn from projects developed by participants from various colleges across the country. The exhibition showcased advancements in AI, robotics, automation, 3D printing, IoT, and renewable energy. Students explored live demonstrations and interactive sessions, gaining hands-on experience and insights into cutting-edge technologies. Observing the showcased projects helped them understand innovation processes and explore entrepreneurial ideas, enhancing their problem-solving and analytical skills. The visit was an enriching experience, inspiring students to apply their knowledge creatively and stay updated on technological advancements. The faculty and students expressed gratitude to AICTE IDEA Lab for organizing the exhibition and look forward to more such opportunities.

Speaker for the workshop was Mr.VarunKhanna, Senior trainer from Barclays. First day in the beginning of the workshop Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director – I.T.S School of Management, Ghaziabad welcomed the speaker Mr.VarunKhanna by presenting a plant sapling.

Total 21 students from PGDM 1st year & 2nd Years attended the workshop. The objective of the workshop was to equip participants with essential soft skills and communication techniques to enhance their personal and professional effectiveness. The workshop covered the following topics;

·         Building Confidence and self-Esteem

·         Time Management & Prioritization

·         Team Building & Collaboration

·         Presentation & Public Speaking Skills

The workshop was interactive and participatory, with a mix of lectures, group discussion, role plays and games.

During the second day of the workshop Dr. Ajay Kumar in his address said that all the participants should practice the takeaways from the workshop in their professional life effectively. Students will be awarded with certificates of participation by Barclays. At the end Dr. Ajay Kumar presented a plaque to the guest speaker Mr.Varun Khanna as a token of gratitude.

The primary objective of the trip was to educate students about the significance of the president house, its history, and its role in the country’s governance. It was a bright sunny day, and the students witnessed the glory of President House by visiting “Amrit Udhyan”, a place in Rashtrapati Bhavan that showcases a variety of flowers, Trees & Shrubs. It is known for its Geometrical layout, water channels, and terraces. Its Main features are; Circular Garden, Bal-Vatika, Bonsai Garden, Musical Fountain, Floral Carpets & Vertical Gardens.

Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Dr. D.K. Pandey, Dr. Kamal Singh, Dr. Divya Sharma, Dr. Prachi Pachauri & Prof. Ashutosh Sharma accompanied & guided the students. Overall it was a refreshing and memorable trip for the students.

The Leadership Talk commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director, I.T.S School of Management, who expressed his gratitude towards Ms. Shikha Aggarwal Sharma. He emphasized the importance of health and nutrition in shaping students' personal and professional lives, mentioning that such knowledge is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle alongside academic pursuits.

Ms. Shikha Aggarwal Sharma energized the audience by sharing her journey, including her appearance on Sony TV's Shark Tank India, where her company "SAS Fat to Slim" gained recognition for promoting weight loss without exercise through Ayurveda-based diet plans. She also shared how she met several celebrities, politicians, and appeared on channels like Zee News, NDTV, and News Nation. The session revolved around how life transforms through various stages—student life, college life, and professional career—emphasizing that health plays a pivotal role at every stage. She discussed how unhealthy eating habits, especially late-night cravings from food delivery apps like Zomato and Swiggy, can negatively affect health.

Ms. Sharma educated students on the importance of Ayurveda in diet plans, referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's #5BYOBESITY initiative that highlights the significance of reducing junk food consumption. She stressed the importance of eating dinner before 6 PM and introduced two powerful spices that boost metabolism—green cardamom and kasturi methi—which help in digestion, weight loss, and gastric problems.

During the interactive session, she shared a Detox Water Recipe:

5 glasses of water

1 teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon bhuna jeera powder

1 teaspoon coriander powder

A pinch of coffee

Jaljeera for taste

This drink helps reduce hunger pangs and aids digestion. She advised hostel students to consume gotu kola or kalonji at night for better health.

In the concluding segment, students actively participated in the Q&A session, asking about diet, lifestyle, and weight loss tips. The session was highly informative and interactive, leaving students with valuable insights on maintaining a healthy lifestyle while managing academic and professional responsibilities.

No. of Students Attended- 134 PGDM (2024-26)

The event was hosted by Mr. Saurav Sharma, Mr. Ami Palit, Ms. Priya Singh, Mr. Pawan Nara & Ms. Shivani news anchors of leading news channel INDIA TV, who facilitated the discussions and engagements throughout the event.

The event featured distinguished guests, including:

• Shri Dharmendra Pradhan – Union Education Minister, Govt. of India

• Dr. Anil Sahasrabuddhe – Chairman, National Educational Technology Forum (NETF)

• Ms. AprajitaGautam – Head, Parent Association, Delhi NCR

• Dr. Usha Ram – Member, Ganguly Committee

• Ayush Goyal – Director, ASPAM State School

• J.S. Rajput – Former Director, NCERT

During the conclave, students had the opportunity to gain valuable insights from Educationists and Education-Policymakers. India TV provided breakfast and lunch to all the students.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the summit, urging India to actively participate in global economic resets rather than remain a bystander. The summit provided a platform for experts to share essential insights on how India can thrive in a complex global landscape.Key discussions included India's semiconductor ambitions, the future of jobs, the investment landscape and many other current issues both in domestics and international scenarios.

The event featured prominent speakers from government, academia, and industry, including . Nirmala Sitharaman (Union Minister of Finance and Minister of Corporate AffairsGovt. of India.), Uday Kotak (Founder & Director Kotak Mahindra Bank) , Chris Wood Global Head of Equity Strategy Jefferies ,  PK Mishra Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister ,  Amitabh Kant G20 Sherpa , Bhupender Yadav Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Dharmakirti Joshi ,Chief Economist Crisil , Laveesh Bhandari President CSEP, Sundeep Sikka ED & CEO Nippon India Mutual Fund , Tushar Vikram CEO & Country Head India Mashreq, Admiral (retd) R. Hari Kumar Former Chief of Naval Staff , Rajinder Singh Bhatia, Chairman Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited , Samir V Kamat Chairman DRDO), Amit Singh (C.E.O.): Adani Green Energy LTD., Dupesh Nanda (C.E.O.): Tata Power Renewable energy. Girish Tanti (C.E.O.):  Suzion Group, Sunil Vachani: Dixon Technologies , Ajai Chawdhary (one of the founder member of HCL), Samir Arora(investment Banker) : Helips capital to name a few.

The summit at Taj Palace successfully exposed I.T.S. School of Management students to real-world business perspectives while showcasing student talent to industry representatives. The connections established and knowledge gained will contribute significantly to students' professional development and the institution's industry relevance.

The session was conducted by Mr. Riishi Riitambhar. The session started with an interesting question about what is Career and Development. The speaker wanted to know everyone's different views. The speaker made the idea of Career and Development easy to understand, talking about how small actions and being aware of our choices can have a big impact.

Mr. Riishi also threw light on the practices adopted by IBM and TATA Motors to have their career development perspective for organizational development. The speaker emphasize about Identifying the gaps and bridging them by listing the actions, defining timelines and by developing the skill of networking.

Mr. Riishi shared insights about the Individual identity and Cognitive structure mapping by developing Values, Beliefs, or Traits. He also emphasized on the importance of belief systems and training for the career development of the employees. He also shared his experience of his corporate journey and the important take always from the session are Learn in groups, Be resourceful, Commit to a timeline, and Pass the marshmallow test.

It was a great session with a lot of learning and experiences to remember.