Vivek-Magazine-2018-19

VIVEKANAND EDUCATION SOCIETY’S COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE AND COMMERCE Kewalram Chanrai College of Science Mathurai Chanrai College of Arts Inlaks College of Commerce VIVEK THE COLLEGE MAGAZINE VOL. 37 2018-2019 Place of Publication: Mumbai Periodicity of Publication: Yearly Printed at: Maharashtra Stationers 69, Shamaldas Gandhi Marg, Dawa Bazar, Lad Wadi, Kalbadevi, Mumbai- 400002 Nationality: Indian Publisher: Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Anita Kanwar On behalf of V.E.S. College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sindhi Society, Chembur, Mumbai – 400071 Tel: 25227470 (Aided Courses); 25284132 (Self Financing Courses) Email Id: [email protected], [email protected] Website: https://ves.ac.in/vesasc/ I hereby certify that the particulars given are true to the best of my knowledge and belief SD/- Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Anita Kanwar

QUALITY POLICY WE at VES are committed to pursuit of excellence in the field of education in order to lead to development of good competent work force and contributing to nation building. We endeavor to achieve this by continually improving our quality P management systems through: To render Enligh Adoption of Innovative service to teaching methods. To develo society. employab skills amo Providing creative enriching students learning experiences. Student centric activities. Staff development programmes. Having quality control mechanisms in place. Continuous review of systems and processes to ensure Quality assurance. Enhancing Quality consciousness amongst staff and students. Creating a culture of total quality as a way of life.

OBJECTIVES To provide conducive academic atmosphere to students. MISSION: Pursuit of excellence in higher education To improve overall academic performance of students. VISION: htened society through holistic education op To inculcate ble discipline as a ong value among s. students.

MANAGING COMMITTEE 2018 - 2019 Shri Mahesh Tejwani President Shri Amar Asrani Secretary Shri Suresh Malkani Treasurer Shri Baldev Boolani Member Smt. Padma Vaswani Member Shri R.A.Bhagia Member Dr. Adv. (Shri) Laxman Kanal Member Dr. (Shri) Prakash Lulla Member Shri Bansi Wadhwa Member Shri Vishnu Lala Member

A Tribute to Late CA Shri Mahesh Fatehchand Tejwaniji (February 6th 1963 – August 9th 2019) Shri Mahesh Fatehchand Society from 2005 to Tejwaniji, born to Shri 2014 for a span of 9 Fatehchand and Smt years and then as the Chatri Tejwani on 6th President from 2014 February, 1963 was a onwards. He has worked successful Chartered in various capacities like Accountant associated the Hon. Secretary of with Vivekanand Bhartiya Sindhu Sabha; Education Society since Chairman of Bandra 1996.  He dedicated to the Hindu Association; cause of value-based Member of Friends of Education as a Treasurer Tribal Society and many  of Vivekanand Education such Organizations. Shri Mahesh Tejwaniji was deeply committed to the cause of promoting and conserving Sindhiyat and Sindhi Culture. He was instrumental in playing a key role in the formation of Vivekanand Education Society’s “Sindhi Circle” a platform used to unify all the Sindhi Staff Members across all the VES Institutes. He always encouraged Staff Members and students to take pride in the Sindhi Culture, Language and the way of life. A kind hearted and patient listener, Shri Tejwaniji was always open to new ideas and embraced technological advancements with open arms to make systems and processes more efficient and teaching-learning more impactful. He has to his credits various awards like the ET Now award for “Making of Developed India”, the “Visionary Education award” at the World Education Congress, the “Global Award for Outstanding Contribution to Education” by the Zee Group and the “Global Award for Best Academic and Industry Interface”. It was Tejwaniji’s dream to establish Vivekanand Education Society as the pioneer Institute in establishing value based education, and he made an exceptional contribution to this cause.   A devoted father, loving husband and a dear friend to those who were fortunate to know him, Shri Tejwaniji left for heavenly abode on 9th August 2019 leaving his VES Family in a state of shock and grief. Irvin Berlin quoted “The song is ended but the melody lingers on” similarly memories of Tejwaniji’s kind words of compassion and encouragement, his infectious smile and positive outlook have continued to heal our soul as we come to terms with this loss. His physical presence will always be missed but his principles continue to guide and illuminate our paths to taking VES to newer heights.

MESSAGE FROM THE TRUSTEE Advocate (Dr.) Laxman Kanal BA, LLB, LLM, PhD (Law) Trustee In-charge VES College of Arts, Science & Commerce I congratulate our Principal Dr. Anita Kanwar, editorial board, faculty members, non-teaching staff and the students who have actively participated in making this remarkable and informative college magazine. Our College is achieving greater heights year after year and is presently one of the well-known colleges of Mumbai. It has been rated as one of the best  Urban colleges by University of Mumbai and awarded for the same. It has also been accredited with an ‘A’ grade by NAAC. I congratulate the students for their talents, dedication and able participation in Academics, Cultural activities and Sports. They have won awards in the University Youth Festival, State level as well as National level competitions and thus brought acclaim to the college. Our college has a long way to go by producing more and more competent students who will make a name for themselves and for the college and prove to be shining personalities of the country, with maximum contribution  to society and the Nation. I encourage all our dear students, faculty members, non-teaching staff and Principal to pursue a greater vision with a common goal of success.

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE The academic year 2018-19 has been a roller coaster ride for VESASC. On one hand, many of our students and staff members achieved success through their dedicated efforts while on the other hand, our Guide and Mentor Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Jayashree Phadnis retired on superannuation. Under Phadnis madam’s able leadership of more than a decade, our college has received several accolades and attained horizontal as well as vertical growth by introduction of several UG, PG and Ph.D. courses. Carrying forth her legacy of hard work and success, we are continuing to march ahead to score permanent imprints in the educational journey of Vivekanand Education Society with renewed energy along with a harmonious and cohesive team and excellent work culture of our staff members. Vivekanand Education Society faced an irreparable loss with the sad demise of two of our stalwart members, Mr. Ram Keswani (Ex-president VES) and Mr. K.D. Ahuja (Trustee VES), whose contributions to the upliftment of the college are immeasurable. This year numerous activities were conducted by almost all the departments. Academic festivals were successfully conducted with a focus to sharpen students’ skill in subject related areas and to make them confident for the world of work. Both students and staff members participated in extension activities like NSS, LLE (Lifelong Learning and Extension) and Outreach cell activities. The Science Mela, as a part of DBT star college scheme activity to promote Science Education, attracted a record number of schools and students this year from far and nearby institutes. The college hosted several seminars/workshops on topics ranging from academics to acquiring life skills in different areas of specialization. The research culture is strengthening its roots day by day with several teachers having obtained the Ph.D. degree, contributing to improvement in their qualification and developing expertise for further facilitation of research activity at VESASC. Besides presentation of award winning research papers at seminars /conferences by the teaching fraternity, it is also very satisfying that students have bagged prizes for research paper presentations on several occasions. \"A DREAM DOES NOT The hard work put in by students and efforts of teachers were fruitful in BECOME REALITY the college receiving many awards. This year the college received the Green Campus award for exemplary and continuous efforts for initiating THROUGH MAGIC; IT environment friendly practices in the campus. The Department of TAKES SWEAT, Economics sent student contingents to three Economics festivals i.e. Arth Utsav (Nagindas Khandwala College), Arth Gyan (R.J. Jhunjhunwala DETERMINATION College) and Arth Manthan (Acharaya College) and made us proud by AND HARD WORK.\" winning the Best College Award/ Trophy at all three! Medals were won at university/state/national levels in various sports and intercollegiate activities. To conclude: We need to work as a team, adopt newer techniques and methodologies, and change with the times while holding firmly on to our values, to realize our dream of creating responsible citizens committed to working for the nation. Colin Powell Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Anita Kanwar

F A R E W E L L to Dr. (Mrs.) Jayashree Phadnis Whether it was the mysterious world of bacteria and cellular pathways, or the mundane one of admissions and examinations, Dr. Jayashree Phadnis was able to straddle both with poise and confidence. Having taught Microbiology at VES College for 39 years, she was a veteran in her subject. A passionate teacher, she loved her Biochemistry lectures as much as she enjoyed steering the college through various NAAC assessments. She served as the Vice-Principal of the college for 10 years and Principal for 11 years, evolving into an able administrator and visionary leader. Her views on education were shaped not only by her enormous personal experience in the field, but also her doctoral studies in the subject. During her tenure as the Head of the institution, the college earned several laurels. VESASC was declared ‘Best College (Urban Area)’ by Mumbai University in 2012-13. Besides, it was awarded an ‘A’ grade in two successive NAAC assessment cycles. The Science departments of the college received two prestigious grants - the Star College grant amounting to 55 lakhs from Department of Biotechnology, Government of India and the FIST grant amounting to Rs. 81 lakhs from Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Dr. Phadnis was a sensitive and caring person who instinctively empathized with others, a quality that bonded her to people with strong ties. She was generous and prompt in her appreciation of sincere efforts by staff and students alike. Her small yet powerful gesture of wishing every staff member on his/her birthday with a personal letter endeared her to many. Yet she also had a strong moral and professional code which gave her the courage of conviction to deal firmly with erring students and staff. Her systematic approach to work and meticulous attention to detail were truly commendable. It did not matter whether it was a lecture, practical instruction, quick staff meeting or proposal before a panel of experts, Dr. Phadnis ensured that she had looked at things from every angle and was thoroughly prepared. The Magazine Committee had a firsthand experience of her meticulousness, as she unfailingly discovered errors even in the final proof of the magazine which had already gone through multiple rounds of proofreading! Having spent 39 years in the college, Phadnis Madam dedicated most of her life to building up VESASC. Though her graceful presence will be missed immensely by both students and staff, we wish her a wonderful and fulfilling retired life.

From the Editor's Desk Editor: You think man can destroy the planet? What intoxicating vanity! Earth has survived everything in its time. It will certainly survive us Dr. Dona Joseph - Michael Crichton, Jurassic Park Co-editor: Billions of years before humans walked on the earth, life existed on it. We often Dr. Mary Stephen think that we are destroying the earth when we destroy the environment; but in reality this is not true. The earth will outlive us, and life will find a way in spite of Data collection: us. If we need to protect the environment, it is only for ourselves. The earth doesn’t depend on us, we depend on it. If we destroy our environment, the earth will Dr. Dona Joseph simply form a new environment in which we will have no place. Dr. Mary Stephen Ms. Riddhi Bharani The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step - Lao Tzu Ms. Arpita Sarkar   As the most intelligent species on the earth, we have the ability and opportunity to shape our world. So far, we have used our intelligence to extract resources Typing: from the earth, thus transforming a green and beautiful world into a dump yard of toxic waste. We now have the choice to keep pursuing our current lifestyle and Mr. Kunal Shelar die in our own waste, or take small steps to undo our past mistakes. These small Ms. Vinaya Jategaonkar positive steps have been collectively termed ‘green good deeds’. We decided to Ms. Priya Pandey (SYBCom) make this the theme of Vivek this year to help us remember our collective Ms. Sakshi Awadhut (SYBCom) responsibility to our world. Let us pledge to make our earth cleaner and greener Ms. Purvika Pawar (SYBCom) through our own little ways. Mr. Mukesh Prabhu (SYBMM) Ms. Maitreyi Bokil (SYBCom) Ms. Roshini Nagpal (TYBMM) Ms. Simran Nadkarni (TYBA Psy.)   Proofreading: Dr. Dona Joseph Dr. Parinita Madan Ms. Vinaya Jategaonkar Page design and formatting: The past year was one of major change for our college. Our former Principal Dr. Jayashri Phadnis left us after a long and dedicated service of 39 years.  We wish Ms. Riddhi Bharani her success and happiness in her future life. We also welcome our new and Ms. Arpita Sarkar Ms. Geetanjali Harale Mr. Kunal Shelar dynamic Principal Dr. Anita Kanwar, who we trust will take the college to greater Dr. Mary Stephen heights. Mr. Shivam Achrekar (TYCS) Mr. Prathamesh Chavan (TYCS) The year was one of major changes for Vivek too. This year, for the first time, we Mr. Mukesh Prabhu (SYBMM) decided to publish a full colour magazine, with every page designed by the Mr. Shivram Gawade (SYBMM) Mr. Rishil Agarwal (FYBMM) students. We have made an attempt to enliven the magazine by improving its   visual appeal and making it less text heavy, staying in tune with these times of icons and emoticons. Every section was designed by a different team of students Cover page design: who were given the freedom to design according to their taste. This was in Ms. Shivani Sharma Ms. Pranita Panjabi (TYBMM) Mr. Shivram Gawade (SYBMM) keeping with our vision of Vivek as a magazine of the students, for the students, Mr. Mukesh Prabhu (SYBMM) and by the students. This issue of the magazine represents a diverse, colourful Ms. Joyel Matani (FYBMM) and creative expression of student talent and not the bland uniformity of a professionally designed magazine. We hope you will relish the medley of colours   Fillers (photography and content): Ms. Riddhi Bharani and styles as you journey through the magazine, catching fond glimpses of the Ms. Priya Pandey (SYBCom) year gone by. Ms. Maitreyi Bokil (SYBCom) Dr. Dona Joseph

Editorial Team From L to R: Ms. Arpita S., Ms. Riddhi B., Ms. Geetanjali H., Dr.Dona J., Dr. Mary S., Mr. Kunal S., Ms. Vinaya J., Ms. Shivani S., Dr. Parinita M. From L to R Back: Mr. Shivram G., Mr. Rishil A., Mr. Shivam A., Mr. Prathamesh C., Ms.Priya P., Ms. Sakshi A., Ms. Purvika P. Front: Mr. Mukesh P., Ms. Joyel M., Ms.Pranita P., Ms. Roshini N., Ms. Maitreyi B.

Contents Congratulations 1 Retirees and Obituary 2 Silver Jubilee 4 Achievements 5 The Best Student Speaks 6 Convocation 8 Academic Toppers 9 Intercollegiate Prize Winners 12 Alumni Speak 16 College Activities 25 NSS 25 Sports 28 Annual Day 32 Talentia 34 Satyanarayan Puja 37 Sindhi Association 38 Marathi Vangmay Mandal 40 Placements 42 Additional Credit Programme 44 Library 45 Go Green 46 LLE 48 Outreach 50 Value Lab 51 Yoga Academy 52 PC: Asst. Prof. Kamlakar Bhopatkar

Mega Events 54 PC: Asst. Prof. Kamlakar Bhopatkar Science Mela 54 Confluence 57 Euphonity 58 Mathemight 59 Niraya 60 Events @ Physics Dept. 61 Psychedelia 62 Sagacity 63 Vihaan 64 Impressions 64A Department Activities 65 English and Environmental Science 65 Economics 66 Psychology 68 Sociology 70 Mass Media 72 Chemistry 74 Mathematics 76 Microbiology 78 Physics 80 Biotechnology 82 Computer Science 84 Information Technology 86 Commerce 88 Accountancy 90 Management Studies 91 Banking and Insurance 92 Financial Markets 94 Accounting and Finance 96 Literary Section 98

Congratulations! Principal Hearty congratulations to our new Principal Dr. Anita Kanwar! Beginning Dr. (Mrs.) Anita Kanwar her association with the college as a B.Sc (Physics) student, Prin.Dr. Anita Kanwar has come a long way indeed! Graduating from the college as University topper in Physics in 1989, she pursued her Masters from Mumbai University, and rejoined the Physics department as a faculty member in 1993. She has contributed to the subject for the past 26 years, not just as an excellent teacher but also as a researcher with various publications in reputed scientific journals and a patent to her credit. She was the main driving force behind the prestigious DST and Star DBT grants obtained by the college. She served as NAAC coordinator of the college during its 3rd cycle of accreditation, which gave the college an A grade. Her role in the college administration was further entrenched with her appointment as Vice Principal in 2015 and Principal in 2018. Principal Anita Kanwar is sure to take the college ahead with her pragmatic and systematic approach to all situations. VESASC salutes its young and dynamic new captain, as it steers towards newer horizons and greater achievements! Prof.(Dr.) Vasant D. Hearty congratulations to Professor Dr. Vasant Barhate who has been Barhate appointed as the Principal of C.K.T (Changu Kana Thakur) College, Panvel. Prof. Barhate has been a strong pillar of the Chemistry department since he joined our college in 1987. He was the pioneer of scientific research in V.E.S. College, with more than eighty research publications in reputed national and international journals to his credit, besides successfully guiding 8 Ph.D, 6 M.Sc and 3 M.Phil students. He played a significant role in the growth of the Chemistry department and was instrumental in shaping the careers of hundreds of students through his long and illustrious career. Prof. Barhate is loved and admired by one and all, not just for his academic prowess or research contributions, but also for his generosity and courteous manner. He was always accessible, seated in his research lab, offering help and advice (as well as something to munch on) to anyone who approached him. He was a constant source of guidance and inspiration for his colleagues and students alike, who will miss him immensely . We wish him success and happiness in his new and well-deserved appointment.

RETIREES KISHOR DICHWALKAR With a rare combination of wit and firmness, Mr. Kishor Dichwalkar was the friendly 'KD Sir ' for the students of Accountancy. For the staff of the college,  he was the unofficial 'tax guide', who could be approached for any tax related queries, or as the discriminating member of the annual audit team. Systematic and organized in his teaching and all other work, he was an asset to the college as well as the management. A good table tennis player and an avid planned traveler, we wish him more leisurely travels as he enjoys his retirement. V.T. JOHNSON The staff room came alive with his presence - that was Mr. V. T. Johnson for you.  His magisterial  personality and roaring voice kept him in the limelight in the staff room as well as in all the college activities. He retired as the Head of the Commerce Department where he taught for 32 years. He was at the helm of the Examination Committee for more than 4 years, during which he ensured the smooth conduct of all examinations. Maintaining discipline came naturally to him, whether during Talentia and Sports or any other college event. Food supply was another of his enjoyable activities, be it sharing his delicious South Indian breakfast in the staff room, providing a steady supply of 'munches' (especially Kerala banana chips) during assessment time, or assuring 'good eating' in  every staff meeting  in his role as Staff Secretary. We wish him good health and a comfortable retired life.

RETIREES SULEKHA GOPINATH Music and Physics, a magical combination...just ask Ms. Sulekha G. and she will enlighten you on both passionately. During her three and a half decades in the institution, she, in her quiet way, balanced her academic and administrative duties with ease. She was part of the Steering committee for the first NAAC peer team visit and captained the Dept. of Physics for 9 years. A self- effacing  person who let her actions speak for themselves, she shunned the limelight, being the sincere backstage worker who preferred to set the stage for others. She was the teacher you approach with your doubts, the friend who would patiently listen to you and help find solutions, the compere who could convey much in few words ... the list could go on. Her friends and colleagues will vouch for her baking skills. As she takes a break we wish her lots of time to enjoy her reading, baking and needlework. OBITUARY V.T. JOHNSON MR. RAJU GULIK

Silver Jubilee Celebrations Dr. (Mrs.) Anita Kanwar Principal Mrs. Ratika Bhatia Administrative Staff Mrs. Sita Devi Housekeeping Staff 4

Achievements FACULTY MEMBERS WINNERS OF GYAN COMPLETING PHD VISTAR AWARD 2018 Dr. Santhini Nair Dr. Santosh Bhaskaran Dr. Dona Joseph Dr. Devidas Gulwade Dr. Heena Ganatra Ms. Hemlatha Deshpande Dr. Rita Ramsinghani Mr. Shrikant Ghodke Mr. Ganesh Anandraj Ms. Prajisha Jitesh Ms. Kanthi Viswanath Dr. Mahalakshmi Sankar Mr. Chirag Pagaria VES SHRESHTHTA AWARDS Usually in educational institutes, the spotlight is on either academic achievers or on those who perform extra-curricular activities with their studies. But there are a few students whose life is far tougher, who battle adversities and yet manage to not just excel in studies but find the time and emotional energy to give back to society. The most admirable aspect is that these young people do not allow life to turn them bitter. Hence, Vivekanand Education Society (VES) celebrates World Students' Day by felicitating nine such students from various VES Colleges, who have displayed grit, leadership and values, while also working towards academic and extra-curricular excellence with the Shreshthta Award. These students have been handpicked from the VES group of institutes comprising 28 institutes and approximately 18000 students. In 2018-19, Ms. Malathi Yadav (TYBSc. Mathematics 2016- 19 Batch) and Mr. Ashok Yadav (TYBMM Journalism 2015-18 Batch) were awarded this VES Shreshthta Award. 5

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Convocation Ceremony Chief Guest of Afternoon Session, Dr. Debajit N. Sarkar, Principal L S Raheja College of Arts and Commerce, Mumbai addressing the students Chief Guest of Morning Session, Dr. Vijay Habbu, Senior Vice President, Reliance Industries Ltd. addressing the students Shri Amar Asraniji, VES Sectretary addressing the students \"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.\" - Elenor Roosevelt 8







intercollegiate prize winners Co-curricular 1. National Conference on Nanotechnology Research in Industry and Colleges KBP College, Vashi Divyadarshani. B M.SC. part II Second Swapnali Pharande 2. Rasaynam FYBSC-PCM First ICT-Matunga Pralhad Shenoy Nivedita Nariar Abhirami Thewar Hritik Nawal 3. Paper presentation Satish Pradhan Dnyanasadhana College, Thane Dhruv Chaudhary S.Y.BCom A Best research Soumil Parulekar paper 4. Research Paper Presentation SNDT Women University PVP Chaila Chowdhary TYBMS First 5. Mumbai Suburban Level Programming Competition - Code Execution Championship Sheth L.U.J and Sir M.V College, Andheri East Mayur Punjabi SYCS First Python Pramukh Rangnathan SYCS Third Java Third Python Extra-Curricular 1. A.D. Shroff Intercollegiate Elocution IMC, Churchgate Faizan Shaikh SY BSc Consolation State level Elocution 2. Arth Gyaan Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College (Autonomous) Ruksar Shaikh SYBBI First Poster presentation Rahul Gupta SYBBI First Poster presentation Prathmesh Kamble TYBCom First Eco Talk on“Uday Kotak, the personality”

3. Arth-Manthan N G Acharya College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Chembur Eco-Talk on“Sustainable Agri Mayur Solanki M.COM Second Tourism: Case study of Maharashtra State” Nikhil Morey SY BCOM First Debate Nazmeena Sheikh SY BA First War of Words Mayur Khankal SY BA First Global Leader Meet Aishwarya Patole SY BA Nazmeena Shaikh SY BA First Video making Saloni Singh TY BA (Mumbai meri naazar) Faizan Sheikh SY BSC First Poster making Sushant Nair TY BA First Business Buzz Yasmeen Ansari TY BA First Business Buzz Deepika Pandey TY BA Nazmeena Sheikh SY BA Aishwarya Patole SY BA 4. Arth-Utsav,2018 Nagindas Khandwala College of Commerce, Arts & Management Studies & Shantaben Nagindas Khandwala College of Science, Malad Lalchand Bora TYBT Second Poster Making Neha Dubey TYBMS Second PPT presentation Third Debate Faizan Shaikh SY BSC Second Debate Mayur Khankal SY BA Second Debate Chaila Chowdhary TYBMS Second Essay writing Second PPT Presentation 5. Maha Debate N. G. Acharya College Nikhil Budhrani FYBMS First Debate 6. Debate Competition Nagindas Khandval College, Malad Dipika Chetwani SYBMS Third Debate 7. District level Youth Parliament District Level Qualified Government of India Shivam N. Mishra TYCS 8. Panorama Jnan Vikas Mandal’s Mohanlal Raichand Mehta Degree college of Commerce, Airoli Kavita Singadiya T.Y.B.Com Second Accountancy test

9. KPB Hinduja College, Charni Road Pranv Gawde PPT Competition Atharva Berde Shlok Mishra SY-BMS First Niranjan Mungekar Gaurav Jethwani 10. Milap Fest Mansukhani Institute of Management Mayur Punjabi, SYCS First Web Design event Ranaram Sutar Second Masterchef Mayur Punjabi SYCS 11. Nagindas Khandvala College Neha Dubey TYBMS Third PPT Competition 12. Hinduja College Chaila Chowdhary TYBMS Second PPT Competition 13. Nagindas Khandvala College Second PPT Competition Chaila Chowdhary TYBMS 14. NSE Investor Fair 2018 NSE Academy Krutika Ghanekar S.Y.BCom A Medal 15. Dr Bhanuben Mahendra Nanavati College of Home Science. Matunga Lajwanti chhabria SYBBI First Hairstyle 16. Shree Narayan Guru College Nikhil Budhrani FYBMS First Sell A Product 17. Mumbai College Of Arts, Commerce And Science Nikhil Budal FYBBI First Group dance 18 BGPS Mumbai College of Arts, Commerce and Science Wadala Aishwarya Kamble FYBBI First Dance Ramesh Bora FYCS First Dance Rushikesh Thongire TYBMS First Carrom Doubles 19. Antaragini TYCS Second Dance TISS FYCS Second Dance Sukanya Sengupta Rutuja Bane Divya Belchada

20. Maharasthra Utsav Karan Yadav SYCS Second Drama Miss Chakravyuh 21. Lala Lajpat Rai College First Diya Painting Second Neha Dubey TYBMS Running Bronze 22. Swaach Bharat Run Medal IBS: Business School, Powai Shivam N. Mishra TYCS V.E.S.A.S.C. SYCS Second Noble Shoprite 1. Arvestus Manish Sukheja 2. Euphonity SYCS First MidCity Madness Manish Sukheja Second Banking Survival TYCS 3. Niraya Second PPT Presentation Shivam Mishra TYCS Dipen Sajnani FYCS 3rd Prize Photoshop Event Second Photography 4. Sagacity Sagar U. Acharya Sharang Bhoir

ALUMNI SPEAK DEEPIKA JAIN B.Sc. (Computer Science) Batch : 2006 “THE INFLUENCE OF TEACHERS EXTENDS BEYOND THE CLASSROOM, WELL INTO THE FUTURE.” cover the multitude of the appreciation I have for each and every I do not know if I will be able to one of you, but hopefully, you will express in words what this college catch a glimpse of my gratitude. gave me. I am falling short of words. I still remember my admission day to I want to start off by thanking Suresh Vivekanand College, a simple girl from Jain who introduced me to this Rajasthan migrated to a city like college and because of that I got an Mumbai. Had to start from scratch, opportunity to learn from all my right from making friends, neighbours teachers like Madhavi Mam, Kamlakar and all relations. All made easy Sir, Jayalaxmi Mam,Sahil Sir,Mahesh because of VES College. Dubey Sir, Prashant Sir, Vikas Ware Sir, Dasgupta Mam and many teachers Education is a marvellous blessing, who guided me throughout my time and I am extremely appreciative of the at this College. They not only taught opportunity I had to attend college. me but also instilled lot of good values There are so many individuals who inside me because of which I can played a part in getting me to where I proudly say and feel that today I am am today. This short write up will in no successful. way 16

Fact is, all the teachers are making a Because of my teachers, parents, difference and impacting so many lives. friends and my life partner, I was able So, thank you for teaching me not only to convert my ten years of journey of a in the classroom, but outside of it, as corporate employee to an well. Thank you for believing in me and entrepreneur now. Please keep your helping prepare me for this wonderful blessings on me always. endeavour known as college. Thank you for always encouraging me to try my This college gave me my best of best best and for never giving up on me. You teachers who guide me always, taught me more than you will ever friends for lifetime, my life partner know, and without all of you, I would (Suresh Jain who always supports me not be where I am today. in my journey…never knew that journey of college will be lifelong) and You all encouraged me to really care all are best people with whom I am about my education, and you showed still connected. me the true value of a college education. You taught me that not Thank you all for the life lessons, everyone is going to have that opportunity, and it isn’t something to constant encouragement and take lightly. So, thank you for helping prepare me and for being my biggest friendships. Without all of you, it supporters. would not have been possible. I am forever grateful for all your guidance. With lots of love and regards \"I think the success of any school can be measured by the contribution the alumni make to our national life.\" ~John F. Kennedy I 17

SHAMBHAVI KATYAYAN B.Sc. (Physics) Batch : 2010 M.Sc. National Institute of Technology, Jaipur Pursuing Ph.D in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics (Specially working on Nanomaterials) from Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology, Raipur “A BUILDER OF EDUCATIONAL AS WELL years of BSc. I was a member of Physics Association that conducted AS MORAL FOUNDATIONS” many interesting fundamental- building theoretical and technical Well said by Swami Vivekanand, sessions weekly as well as monthly “Education is the Manifestation of which benefited me a lot. Besides the perfection already in man” and these technical sessions, the this manifestation is expressed department also provided special magnificently at the Department of lectures for enhancing our Physics, V.E.S College, Chembur , numerical skills which turned out to Mumbai. be a boon for me in Competitive exams. I must admit that the The Department of Physics at V.E.S Department of Physics has College has given me an eminent substantiated itself as a builder of platform for theoretical as well as educational as well as moral experimental studies. The guidance foundations. If I get a chance to and support of my teachers gave me contribute to the department as an a chance of exploring and studying alumnus, I would definitely like to different interesting aspects of share my Theoretical as well as Physical Science. During my three Experimental knowledge of Material Physics thus carrying forward the initiative of our department. 18

TAMA DUTTA B.Com (Financial Market) Batch : 2017 “IT IS A PLEASURE TO BE A PART OF VES, ESPECIALLY THE BFM BATCH” VES,  is much beyond just an It is a pleasure to be a part of VES, especially the BFM batch. I have institution. It denotes a heritage of heard that ‘It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in excellence, discipline and creative expression and knowledge’ and this is so true for my professors. enrichment. VES gives a great They have nurtured me and made me what I am today. I will always be opportunity for students to broaden grateful to them because without their cooperation and guidance, this their knowledge beyond their field memorable journey would not have been possible. of studies. VES has helped me expand my The 3 years I spent there were knowledge base and I am thankful splendid and they have helped me to VES for giving me a multi- grow better professionally as well as dimensional learning by providing personally. The friendly attitude of an apt mix of academics, industry professors and their willingness to exposure and leadership. Once always offer a helping hand have again I would like to thank each and made me feel a part of the VES every member of the VES family for family. making my entire journey so memorable. VES provides a great platform for learning which has helped me to develop a positive It is approach towards my life and enhanced my decision making capacity in all aspects of my career. 19

RICHA SHARMA B.A. (Economics) Batch : 2017 M.A. SNDT Women’s University, Churchgate. “CATALYST FOR MY SUCCESS” Perhaps the best decision in the 22 represent the college at inter- years of my life has been taking collegiate, district level, University admission in VESASC! My overall level and National level events as well. experience as a student has been very With the constant support of the enriching. Within three years, I found Economics Department, I could also myself transformed into a much better write a few research papers and also human being. All credits to my get one of them published. Our batch professors for always guiding me in the was also the first one to bring home right direction, the disciplined and the “Best College Trophy” at the nurturing environment of the institute Economics Festival of Acharya being  a catalyst for my success. College, ‘Arthmanthan’’. Always will be proud of this achievement! I was As a student, I was always very active. thrilled to see this feat repeated this My enthusiasm to constantly learn year! More recently, I was in college in something new got me involved in a different capacity: as a Teaching various opportunities thrown up in the Assistant! college. As an active NSS Leader (2014- 15), I learned  about the pressing social All the professors in the college have issues at the grassroots level. Together, been very supportive through my as a unit at NSS, we also tried to find different projects and roles. The possible solutions. As ‘Lady’s overall experience helped me decide Representative’ (2015-16), I learned the field where I will be able to about the difficulties faced by girls contribute the most for my growth as coming from different backgrounds. As well as societal development. I thank a member of WDC, we organized the Principal, Professors and the non- various seminars and events for the teaching staff as well, for always growth and development of the girl guiding the students of the institute students. As the elected ‘President’ in the right direction. No wonder the (2016-17) of  the very active Economics students are bringing back glory to Association, I played multiple roles. I the institute, while performing was given the opportunity to different roles in various fields! 20

ANUSUYA YADAV B.Com.  Batch : 2009 M.Com, LLB, LLM Asst. Professor in V.E.S..A.S.C. “GREATEST STARS ARE THOSE THAT SHINE FOR benefit to all the students, but our THE BENEFIT OF teachers always focused on OTHERS” expanding and strengthening our capabilities and equipping us A college degree is not a sign that with the skills to take the next step in our careers. Teachers can have a we are finished products, it is tremendous influence on students’ attitudes. As we think of our class actually an indication that co-coordinators and teachers, we realize that this is true. They moulded we are now prepared for our life. us by sharing their valuable knowledge and experience. The Always think that the greatest stars biggest thanks to them for having faith in us and backing us in every are those that shine for the benefit way possible to develop ourselves to our best possibilities. of others. Excellence is never an Many times when you realize that you accident. It is always the result of are obliged, time has flown away, but I was blessed to get an opportunity to high intention! Sincere efforts, be associated with the best institution as a student and then serve the same intelligent direction, skillful institution as a teacher. It is a great feeling because I don’t see my boss at execution and the ability to see workplace, but the same leader who is once again ready to lead me. Keeping obstacles as opportunities that in mind, let me promise to my alma mater to uphold the dignity of always...this is what VES College our profession, wherever we go and whatever we do, and to constantly strives to inculcate in keep the light shining always. each of its students with their homely, enthusiastic and competitive atmosphere. With great admiration I want to thank this college, my teachers Mr. Sachin Bhandarkar, Mrs. Minal Gandhi, Mrs. Mahalaxmi Sankar and Mrs. Kanthi Vishwanath who were not just teachers but perfect leaders. It would not be out of place to mention that completing the course provide an enormous 21

SHRIDHAR DESHPANDE B.Sc. (Information Technology) Batch : 2006 M.Sc. CA SICSR 2006-08 Assistant Vice President – BUK Testing services: BARCLAYS “GREAT PEOPLE BUILD integral part of the first ever Sagacity and was also here for the second GREAT CULTURES” iteration which took it to newer heights. The ground level experience VES, this name has always swelled gained here gave me tremendous me with pride. The name always confidence and has helped me provokes an equally admiring throughout my career. eaction from the person I tell this to. VES has always been a The journey you take through prominent name acknowledged in organizing Sagacity changes you as a the industry.I graduated from this person and provides you a perspective institute more than a decade back that pretty much sets you for life. I in 2006 which was the cusp of the IT would like to take this recession, but when your basics are moment to encourage all the students strong, there is no looking back. In – do not miss this wonderful my 10+ years of IT experience, I can opportunity standing at your say that you see a wide variety of doorstep. This is the “level-up” you people – but in this sea of people have been waiting for – grab it! Make the ones who stand out and make a the most of it! You will be thankful for difference are the ones who have the rest of your life. very strong basics. Looking back at what helped me build my basics, I Lastly, I would like to quote that am very thankful to my skilled “Great People Build Great Cultures”. faculty who always ensured that The evolving set of collective beliefs, they laid the strongest of values and attitudes is what still foundations. The quality and makes VES and the IT/Computer process of education at VES is much Science department a renowned more immersive and strengthening name to be banked upon. Our beloved than what we typically see at a Jayalakshmi ma'am andher wonderful graduate level – this being evident team have shaped this department to after interviewing students across what it is today. Jayalakshmi ma'am the spectrum. The ground level has been my ispiration and my efforts and dedication of the mentor to whom I still go back to inform about my smallest of department here clearly makes it achievements. count! Wishing you all the best for your Apart from academics, what shapes future endeavors! you as a person are extracurricular activities. I was lucky to be an 22

RAHUL GOGATE B.Com Batch : 2016 Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Executive – Corporate Direct Taxation at Larsen & Toubro Infotech Limited “DON’T JUST EDUCATE with whom I am still in touch, met YOURSELF THROUGH the best of teachers and started BOOKS, LEARN FROM enjoying life here.  Our college EXPERIENCES” encourages extra-curricular It feels great to be an alumnus of activities also, as much as studies VES College, right from my junior college to graduation, and I am and that motivated me to thankful to the teachers for finding me worthy enough to write for this participate in essay writing, intra- section. collegiate quiz-Ad-Buzz, and After my HSC, I decided to pursue Chartered Accountancy course. My debates. I won at the intra- days in our junior college were very good, I had some of the best collegiate quizzes and was selected teachers, made some of the best friends, and memories for a lifetime. to represent the college in inter- It was the perfect combo of focus, discipline and fun. So, to stay collegiate quiz in the University focused, I decided to continue with our own degree college. However, I Youth Festival, in F.Y.B.Com itself. was still very skeptical about degree college. Junior college was attached That was a real proud feeling! And to school and hence, the atmosphere was altogether. I was our team won the gold medal at the too anxious about how the people will be and most importantly that I youth festival, which is my best was going to be exposed to the so- called “freedom” of college life now, moment in my 3 years of college. which generally people enjoy since junior college itself. But, in a few I l had many firsts in Degree College days, I was all at ease. I made friends - I participated in the Research Circle activities, I was the host for a quiz contest and explored many new things about myself. With all this, the studies never took a backseat, thanks to the teachers, who were always supportive and encouraging, not only with college studies, but also in my CA studies. I remember clearing the doubts I had in my CA studies, and the teachers helping me without a second thought. I am very grateful to them for that support, which enabled me to clear my CA in the first attempt 23

at all levels. I started articleship supportive. It is because of them that halfway through S.Y.B.Com and then these three years were most wonderful started the struggle of attending and gave me everlasting memories. college, office and keeping the studies going. I take this opportunity to wish all the students the very best in their studies Again, due to the support from and whatever they do in future. I will teachers, I managed the hectic only say - Don’t just educate yourself schedule very well, and passed out through books, learn from experiences, with flying colours, topping the experimenting with something which college in T.Y.B.Com examinations. you haven’t done till date, as this is easily possible in our student life as The three years of college made me compared to life thereafter. Treasure more mature, thoughtful and your values, morals and be ethical in balanced. The teachers as well as whatever you do, as it is only our culture non-teaching staff were always very  and values that define us. \"Nobody is bothered about an institution more than its alumni.\" ~N. R. Narayana Murthy 24

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THE CITY GARDENER: THE DAMASK ROSE’S HISTORY AND APPEAL “ I come to you ... from the tales of the Damascene rose, that depicts the history of all fragrance”, wrote famed Syrian poet Nizar Qabbani. But he was not the first, or the last, writer to be captivated by the bloom. Beyond being known for its heady fragrance, the Damask rose has long been used for rose oil or “attar of roses”, and is commonly used to flavour food and make rose water. Beyond that, recent research on Rosa damascena essential oil has highlighted its anti­oxidant, antibacterial and anti­microbial activities. 27

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