Star Champion Rushendra Thirupathi Secures Silver at the Yonex-Sunrise Badminton Championship
Badminton star, Rushendra Thirupathi, a first-year BBA student, clinched the silver medal in the Men’s Singles category at the Yonex-Sunrise 11th Telangana State Senior Badminton Championship 2025. Hailing from the state of Telangana, Rushendra’s dedication, discipline and relentless efforts have forged his name in the charts of successful champions in the field of Badminton.
Previously, Rushendra secured gold at the Yonex-Sunrise 46th Junior National Badminton Championships 2023 at Bengaluru and a bronze medal in the NMDC Telangana International Challenge in 2024. After a six-month break, Rushendra returned to the courts with zeal and passion and triumphed through the championship, competing with 142 athletes, placing second after a fierce final match.
After a well-awaited victory, Rushendra expressed his gratitude to his coaches, trainers, and team, who supported him during his time off. He said, “I am sincerely thankful to my coach, mentors, and team from the Gopichand Academy and SRM University-AP, who believed in me and my skills. Their guidance and support empowered me to overcome all difficulties and excel in the championship finals.”
Director of Sports, Mr Anup Singh Suryavanshi, applauded his remarkable achievement and congratulated the silver medallist. He commented, “This outstanding accolade is a testament to his fighting spirit and the well-rounded training system and facilities offered at SRM University-AP. We empower our athletes to rise, compete, and conquer national and international tournaments.”
Prof Ch. Satish Kumar, Pro-Vice Chancellor, appreciated the student. He quoted, “Achievements like this make the university proud and motivate the trainers and coaching team to put in their extra efforts to prepare students for such events.”
Prof. Manoj K Arora, Vice Chancellor, also expressed his appreciation for Rushendra, stating that the accomplishments of the rising sports star reflect the university’s spirit—ambitious and unstoppable. He commented, “We take immense pride in the ecosystem SRM AP has built to nurture excellence in sports and support our athletes to be champions of national pride.” The university continues to nurture athletes in various fields, offering divergent training and world-class facilities to generate sporting aces of the country.
- Published in Departmental News, News, Sports News, Students Achievements
Hans India Ranks SRM AP No.1 in Three Categories
Hans India, ranked SRM University-AP No. 1 in three prestigious categories: National Best Private University, the Andhra Pradesh Best Business School (awarded to Paari School of Business, the management precinct of SRM AP), and Excellence in Smart Campus & Classroom Infrastructure at the Hans India Technical Education Awards-2025. The recognition acknowledges the varsity’s commitment to excellence in all fields of development and offers a significant contribution to the education sector.
The recognition was given to the university in the presence of the Chief Guest and Member of Parliament Shri Paka Venkata Satyanarayana and the members of the SRM AP leadership, ProVice-Chancellor, Prof. Ch Satish Kumar; Dean Incharge-Paari School of Business, Dr S V Ramana Rao; and Mr Anup Singh Suryavanshi, Director of CLM.
Speaking on the occasion, the Hon’ble Member of Parliament stated, “Educational institutions play a pivotal role not only in shaping future generations but also in the development of the country’s economy. The landscape of education needs to be redefined. Marks as a criterion for evaluation do not ensure knowledge.“
Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ch Satish Kumar, who received the award on behalf of the university, remarked, “This prestigious recognition is a testament to SRM AP’s commitment to excellence in education and our dedication to shaping leaders of tomorrow.”
Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj K Arora extended his heartfelt congratulations to the members of the varsity, Paari School of Business, and the Campus Life and Maintenance team for their exemplary support and dedication towards the varsity’s growth.
- Published in News
Envisioning Future Higher Education: Prof. Arora at the 99th AIU Meeting
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Manoj K Arora, an esteemed member of the Governing Council of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), took part in its 99th Annual General Body Meeting and National Conference of Vice Chancellors. This significant event hosted by Amity University Uttar Pradesh in Noida on June 23–24, 2025, witnessed the participation of eminent leaders of the Higher Education System, National and International delegates exchanging ideas on various policies and initiatives for the betterment of higher education institutions in the country and worldwide.
The Conference, centred around the theme of Envisioning Future Higher Education: The Pivotal Role of India, featured multiple parallel tracks, such as Promoting Quality Research, Innovative Assessment Methods and Experiential Learning, Catering Diversity & Inclusivity on Campus, Incorporating Indian Knowledge System in Curriculum & Pedagogy, and so on.
During the Plenary session, Prof. Manoj K Arora emphasised the impact of AI on Learning, Research, and Governance, as well as the need for Restructuring of Future Higher Education Institutions and the importance of Preparing Students for Future Jobs. He remarked, “Education reforms, as envisaged in NEP 2020 shall continue to happen in an age when AI, Automation and Technological intervention are at their peaks. The world is also going through lots of uncertainties. It is therefore important that we have a relook at our education. It is the prime duty of the educators to mould our younger generation to make them holistic global citizens of the world and make them ready for the Viksit Bharat in 2047. Our educational systems need to devise a curriculum that integrates knowledge, skills, training and certification, all together. The so-called 21st-century skills need to become part and parcel of each course being taught by the faculty in the classroom. The role of a teacher may not be limited to just teaching, but to facilitating learning in many different forms. Collaborative learning, fostering a growth mindset, use of technology, blended and hybrid learning, project-based learning, industry-relevant learning, value-based education and career guidance and counselling are the need of the hour. All these, a teacher can do in their courses and create an environment where learning happens.”
The plenary session was chaired by Prof. Dinesh Singh, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Delhi, also featured insights from other distinguished education leaders, including Dr S Vaidhyasubramaniam, Vice Chancellor of SASTRA University, and Prof. (Dr) G S Bajpai, Vice Chancellor of National Law College, Delhi. Their collective expertise contributed to a substantive dialogue regarding the future of education in India.
The AIU Annual General Body Meeting is a flagship event that brings together Vice Chancellors, national and international academic leaders, and higher education policymakers to build consensus on the way forward for academic institutions across the country.
Alumni Meet & Greet: Hyderabad Edition
SRM University-AP hosted a memorable get-together, the Alumni-Meet and Greet in Hyderabad for its beloved alumni on June 29, 2025. The Meet and Greet welcomed 150 alumni from Hyderabad and neighbouring locations, who assembled for a wonderful evening of rekindling memories, reconnecting with peers and establishing new connections. Organised under the aegis of The Directorate of Alumni Relations, the event was presided by Prof. Ch Satish Kumar, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Dr Satish Anamalamudi, Assistant Director – Alumni Relations, Dr Vinayak Kalluri, Dean – Academic Affairs, Mr Siddharth Tripathi, Director – Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and Mr Payeli Indra Kiran Kumar, President of the Alumni Association SRM AP.
Prof. Ch Satish Kumar welcomed all alumni and remarked that the Meet aimed to build an emotional bridge between the generations, batches, and sections. He opined that this network would help the alumni grow, prosper, and progress professionally and personally and commended Dr Satish and SRM AP for taking the initiative to build this bridge through the Alumni Meet and Greet.
Mr Indra Kiran Kumar enlightened the alumni on the various channels through which they could engage and contribute to their alma mater. He encouraged them to be mentors by sharing their experience and knowledge with the students, to be part of the various academic and non-academic councils of the university, and to join hands with the faculty and students to work on joint projects or begin a new business venture. He also emphasised the slogan “Come. Connect. Contribute” advocated by Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj K Arora.
The meet-and-greet offered alumni an opportunity to meet their fellow alumni and connect with their alma mater, which has guided them in their formative years of higher education and helped them choose their career path. The event also conducted some team-building activities and prizes for the winners.
The Hyderabad chapter of the Alumni Meet and Greet was a resounding success. The Alumni Relations’ initiative to organise several smaller meetings in various locations of the country made it easier and more accessible for the alumni to get together, witnessing a broad and active participation. The event organisers also encouraged the alumni to visit the campus occasionally and be part of the journey to excellence.
- Published in Alumni Relations, Alumni Relations News, News
Office of Dean Research Organises Two-Day Workshop on X-ray Diffraction Techniques
The Office of the Dean-Research organised a two-day meet on X-ray Diffraction Technique. The hands-on workshop was led by Prof. L N Patro, Mr Arun Kumar Bandarapu and Mr K Sumit through various sessions in coordination with Mr Ch Srinivas, in the presence of Dr Ranjith Thapa and Dr Sabyasachi Mukhopadhyay, among others. The event saw the participation of over 80 attendees, including 40 participants from various universities and colleges across the region.
The objective of the event was to provide a comprehensive platform for academic and research participants to explore the fundamentals and applications of X-ray Diffraction (XRD) and to combine theoretical grounding with hands-on experience, thereby strengthening technical capabilities in material characterisation and promoting collaborative learning across institutions.
The workshop was divided into several sessions, namely the theoretical, interactive and practical sessions alongside a session on sample analysis, offering the participants an in-depth understanding and hands-on learning experience. Participants were also offered a comprehensive session on accessing I-STEM and the process of booking XRD facilities via the I-STEM (Indian Science Technology and Engineering facilities Map) portal. Attendees were walked through each step, including user registration, instrument search, booking protocols, and submission best practices. The session aimed to enhance awareness and access to high-end scientific infrastructure for researchers across institutions.
The two-day workshop helped participants acquire practical competency in handling XRD equipment and interpreting results while fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue and broad understanding of characterisation tools. The XRD Users Meet served as a dynamic platform enabling participants to build foundation knowledge and hands-on competence in X-ray Diffraction Techniques.
- Published in News, Research News
Industrial Meet on Fracture Mechanics: Forging Industry-Academia Partnerships
The Department of Mechanical Engineering organised a focused Industrial Meet on June 21, 2025, titled “Demystifying Fracture Mechanics for Industry: Safe Design, Analysis and Operation of Pressure Vessels, Piping & Pipelines & Green Hydrogen Storage and Transportation Equipment.” This specialised workshop was designed for professionals from well-established Refinery, Petrochemical and Oil & Gas, sectors and the emerging Green Hydrogen industry.
The industry meet commenced with a brief keynote address by Dr Dipak K Chandiramani, Independent Consultant (Mumbai) & Chair, ASME PVP Division, India, on the topic “Quality Assurance in Fabrication: Perspectives from Industry Standards.” His talk laid a strong foundational understanding, setting the stage for the central theme of the meet. visited the laboratories of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and discussed opportunities for commercialising the available facilities. He expressed interest in promoting our industrial training programs on ASME’s Master Class – Advanced Learning Programs webpage and invited faculty members to participate in the upcoming ASME code development committee meetings.
Dr Gurumurthy Kagita, Professor of Practice, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM AP, the main resource person for the event, shared his extensive industry experience relevant to the theme of the meet and explained the practical applications of fracture mechanics in the refinery, petrochemical, and oil & gas sectors, as well as in the emerging green hydrogen industry.
The meet began with an introduction to the key concepts of fracture mechanics, presented in a simple and accessible manner for industry professionals. Emphasis was placed on visual learning through graphics and animations rather than traditional classroom-style lectures. In the latter part of the session, the focus shifted to applying fracture mechanics in alignment with various international industry codes and standards. Several case studies were presented using in-house-developed software modules, including Brittle Fracture Screening, MPT envelopes for hydro-processing reactors, etc.
The meeting saw external participants from professionals across various industries, faculty members from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and students, including both B.Tech. and Ph.D. scholars.
Several industry participants expressed strong interest in future collaboration with SRM University. Multiple organisations, including Anup Engineering, Jindal Renewable Pvt. Ltd., and Ratnamani Metals and Tubes Ltd., expressed interest in signing Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with SRM University for future collaboration in advanced engineering services. Several companies also expressed willingness to offer internships and placement opportunities to SRM AP students.
Industry representatives showed keen interest in collaborative research and consultancy projects, particularly in areas such as hydrogen pipeline design, digital twin tools, and numerical assessment of hydrogen-compatible materials.
These outcomes collectively highlight strong potential for long-term industry-academia partnerships and increased opportunities for students in training, research, and employment.
- Published in Departmental News, Mechanical Engineering NEWS, News, Workshop
A Sustainable Method for Recovery of Valuable Metals from LIBs
What happens when you can use natural waste like orange peels and rice husks to extract valuable metals from old batteries, electric vehicles, etc.? Exploring innovative and eco-friendly methods to recover useful metals, Dr Deblina Dutta, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, and her research scholars, Ms Syed Suffia Iqbal and Mr Pranav Prashant Dagwar, have published a paper titled “Recovery of metals from spent lithium-ion batteries using agricultural waste, applications and circularity framework” in the prestigious Q1 journal Separation and Purification Technology having an impact factor of 8.2.
Abstract
This research explores an innovative, sustainable method to recover valuable metals (Li, Co, Ni, Mn) from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) using agricultural waste such as rice husk, orange peels, tea waste, and sugarcane molasses. These organic wastes serve as eco-friendly, cost-effective leaching agents. The study compares conventional and biomass-based recovery methods, evaluates environmental impacts, and aligns the approach with circular economy principles to promote green technology and resource optimization.
Practical Implementation/ Social Implications of the Research
- Eco-friendly Recycling: Offers an alternative to hazardous chemical recycling by using biodegradable, non-toxic agricultural waste.
- Waste Valorisation: Transforms agricultural waste into a valuable resource, reducing landfill and open burning.
- Resource Recovery: Helps recover critical battery metals, reducing dependence on mining.
- Circular Economy: Supports sustainability goals by promoting a closed-loop recycling system.
- Policy Relevance: Aligns with SDGs such as clean energy (SDG 7), sustainable industries (SDG 9), and responsible consumption (SDG 12).
Collaborations
- Ain Shams University, Egypt
- Central Metallurgical R&D Institute (CMRDI), Egypt
Future Research Plans
- Scale up biomass-based metal recovery to pilot or industrial level.
- Develop hybrid leaching methods combining microbes and green solvents.
- Expand to rare earth element (REE) recovery from other waste streams.
Link to the article
Fig. 2. Conventional and technologically advanced process for recycling LIBs.
Fig. 9. Sustainability and circular economic applications in LIBs management.
- Published in Departmental News, ENVS News, News, Research News
A Novel Cooperative Spectrum Sensing Method Based on MASSFormer
In the digital era, enhancing wireless connectivity is vital for systems’ accurate and efficient functioning. Working on a smart system to catalyse seamless wireless connectivity, Dr Dimpal Janu, Assistant Professor from the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, has published a paper “MASSFormer: Mobility-Aware Spectrum Sensing using Transformer-Driven Tiered Structure” in the Q1 journal IEEE Communications Letters. She has developed a novel cooperative spectrum sensing method based on MASSFormer that uses artificial intelligence, specifically a transformer model, to decide when to use a communication channel without causing interference.
Abstract
We develop a novel mobility-aware transformer-driven tiered structure (MASSFormer) based cooperative spectrum sensing method that effectively models the spatio-temporal dynamics of user movements. Unlike existing methods, our method considers a dynamic scenario involving mobile primary users (PUs) and secondary users (SUs) and addresses the complexities introduced by user mobility. The transformer architecture utilises an attention mechanism, allowing the proposed method to model the temporal dynamics of user mobility by effectively capturing long-range dependencies. The proposed method first computes tokens from the sequence of covariance matrices (CMs) for each SU. It processes them in parallel using the SU-transformer to learn the spatio-temporal features at the SU-level. Subsequently, the collaborative transformer learns the group-level PU state from all SU-level feature representations. The main goal of predicting the PU states at each SU-level and group-level is to improve detection performance even more. The proposed method is tested under imperfect reporting channel scenarios to show robustness. The efficacy of our method is validated with simulation results that demonstrate its higher performance compared to existing methods in terms of detection probability Pd, sensing error, and classification accuracy (CA).
Practical Implementation of Research
Smart cities & IoT Networks:
- MASSFormer enables intelligent spectrum sharing among a multitude of IoT devices in urban environments.
- It improves communication reliability in crowded and mobile settings, such as vehicular networks, smart traffic systems, or surveillance setups.
Social Implications of Research
MASSFormer is built to handle the mobility of users, which is essential in rural, remote, or developing areas where users often access the internet via mobile networks rather than fixed infrastructure. By enabling more efficient use of existing spectrum, the method helps extend internet access to remote and underserved regions, supporting education, healthcare, and economic development.
Future Research Plans
- Planning to develop hybrid models that blend classical detection with neural inference for improved interpretability and reliability.
- Use of federated learning so that SUs can collaboratively train models without sharing raw data.
Link to the article
- Published in Departmental News, ECE NEWS, News, Research News
Annual Foundation School (AFS)-II, 2025 Concludes
SRM University-AP concluded the second edition of the prestigious four-week intensive Annual Foundation School for Students of Mathematics. The programme, hosted in collaboration with the National Centre for Mathematics, a joint centre of TIRF and IIT, saw 31 students from various Indian universities participate.
The participants were primarily PhD Scholars from universities like IIT Delhi, IISER Tirupathi, IIT Bombay, Jadavpur University, Ashoka University and Kannur University, to name a few. The main objective of the Foundational School was to offer training in fundamental mathematical concepts to Ph.D. scholars, emerging Researchers, and educators.
The four-week intensive training commenced on May 12, 2025, in the presence of Dean-SEAS, Prof. C V Tomy; Head of the Department, Prof. Kalyan Chakraborty; faculty members and students from the Department of Mathematics. The event was also graced by the presence of resource persons and course associates like Prof. Indranath Sengupta, Professor-IIT Gandhinagar; Prof. J. K. Verma, Professor-IIT Gandhinagar; Prof. Nikita Agarwal, Professor-IISER Bhopal; Dr Senthil Rani K S, Assistant Professor-IISER Berhampur; Dr Chaitanya J Kulkarni, Postdoctoral Fellow-IISER Mohali; Prof. Kashyap Rajeevsarathy, Professor-IISER Bhopal; Dr Ramesh Kasilingam, Assistant Professor-IIT Madras; Dr Archana Morye, Assistant Professor, University of Hyderabad, among others. The Foundation School dealt with topics like Algebra II, Analysis II and Topology II.
The Annual Foundation School (AFS) II, offered a stellar opportunity for the participants to engage, learn, and understand mathematical concepts while interacting with students from diverse academic backgrounds. The event concluded on June 07, 2025, and as part of the closing of the four-week foundational school, the university leadership, departmental heads, and faculty felicitated the resource persons with mementos honouring them for their contributions during the foundation course.
- Published in Departmental News, Math News, News
SRMAP Student, Budde Shanumukhi Naga Sai Shines at Singapore Asia Cup 2025
SRM University-AP, Amaravati, is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Ms Budde Shanumukhi Naga Sai, a first-year B.Com student from the Paari School of Business, who has brought global recognition to the University by breaking two world records and winning three silver medals at the Singapore 2025 Asia Cup Leg 2.
She set a new world record in the Under-21 Women Team (50m Compound) category with a score of 2101, surpassing the previous record of 2076, and also established a new world record in the Under-21 Mixed Team (50m Compound) category with a score of 1420, edging past the earlier record of 1419.
In addition to these record-breaking performances, Shanumukhi clinched three silver medals in the Individual Compound Women, Compound Mixed Team, and Compound Women Team events, solidifying her position as a rising star in international archery.
Reflecting on her success, Shanumukhi shared, “I am truly grateful and proud that my hard work has paid off. This achievement feels surreal, but it has come after navigating through intense pressure and challenging phases. Archery is not just a sport; it’s a game of the mind that demands immense mental strength and control.”
She added, “I believe that individuals with mental resilience and physical discipline can thrive in this game, as it presents limitless opportunities. Women, in particular, have immense potential to break boundaries and reach even greater heights in this field.”
Shanumukhi has been practicing archery for over seven years with a disciplined daily routine starting at 5:00 AM and continuing until 7:00 PM, encompassing both fitness training and skill practice.
Earlier this year, she secured third place in the 44th Junior National Tournament and 41st Sub Junior National Tournament in team, individual, and mixed categories, which were held in Bholpur, West Bengal, and Jaipur, Rajasthan, respectively.
Mr Anup Singh Suryavanshi, Director – Sports, added, “Shanumukhi’s achievement is truly inspirational. It reflects her dedication, resilience, and the sporting spirit we strive to foster at SRM-AP. We are committed to providing all the necessary support to help our athletes reach greater heights.”
Professor Manoj K Arora, Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, congratulated Shanumukhi on her remarkable feat, “Our students continue to make us proud by excelling on international platforms. Shanumukhi’s success is a testament to the University’s commitment to nurturing talent and supporting students’ holistic growth.”
Pro-Vice Chancellor, SRM University-AP, Dr Satish Kumar, said, “ Shanumukhi’s triumph shines brightly in the league of champions at SRM University-AP. Her outstanding performance on an international stage is a remarkable example of what our students can achieve with perseverance, focus, and the right support.”
SRM University-AP extends its heartiest congratulations to Budde Shanumukhi Naga Sai and wishes her continued success in her future endeavours.
- Published in Departmental News, News, Sports News, Students Achievements