PANAJI: The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Ministry of Earth Sciences, will host the 4th National Conference on Polar Sciences from 16“18 September 2025 at its picturesque campus at Headland Sada, Mormugao. The conference is expected to bring together more than 400 delegates, including leading scientists and 160 early-career researchers, who will also participate in a dedicated Young Polar Scientists Meeting and discussions with eminent scientists. This landmark event will provide a vibrant platform to share the latest advancements, foster collaborations, and engage in meaningful dialogue on emerging themes spanning the Polar Oceans, Arctic, Antarctic, and Himalayan frontiers. By uniting experts across disciplines, the conference aims to address critical scientific and operational challenges, while nurturing the next generation of polar and ocean researchers.
Workshop on job skills and financial literacy held at Borim college
PANAJISwami Vivekanand Vidyaprasarak Mandal’s Commerce College, Borim-Ponda, organised a one-day state-level workshop on “Modern Job Skills and Financial Literacy” on September 12. The programme aimed to prepare students and young professionals for today’s job market by bridging the gap between academic learning and industry needs. Principal Prof Achyut Pednekar, in his address, underlined financial literacy as a vital life skill. Chief guest Dr Amanpal Singh Chawla,…
