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Nandyal, August 28, 2026: The 10-day ‘Hackathon – An Innovator Marathon’ organised at Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, to bring out the creativity and innovative potential of students concluded successfully on Friday.

College Chairman Prof. G. Ramakrishna Reddy, Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy and Dean of Student Affairs A.S. Pragathi attended the valedictory programme. Commerce HoD Pullaiah, Botany faculty member Andrews, and Placement Officer Intiyaz Ahmed served as judges for the final round. Faculty members Prathyusha and Swathi Reddy coordinated the programme.

Students selected for the final round presented innovative projects and ideas aimed at addressing various social problems before the judges.

Addressing the gathering, Chairman Prof. G. Ramakrishna Reddy said that innovation is a driving force for national development and encouraged students to move beyond job-seeking and become job creators. He said the college aims to identify hidden talent among students and nurture them into future entrepreneurs and startup leaders.

Dean A.S. Pragathi said continuous learning and a research-oriented mindset are essential for success. She appreciated the students for demonstrating strong problem-solving and team leadership skills and assured that the college would provide technical support, mentorship and guidance through its Atal Incubation Centre to further develop the winning projects into commercially viable products.

Jaya Lakshmi and Team won the first prize, Rohini and Team secured second place, and D. Parthasarathi won third place. The winners received trophies and certificates of appreciation, while all participants were presented with participation certificates.

Faculty, staff and a large number of students attended the programme.

Nandyal, August 21, 2026: An Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme was organised at Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, in collaboration with IIITDM Kurnool, with support from the Andhra Pradesh MSME Development Corporation under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India.

The programme aimed to create awareness among aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators and entrepreneurs about entrepreneurship, protection of intellectual property, government schemes and opportunities to transform innovations into successful businesses.

Sri Chandrasekhar Rao, General Manager of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Nandyal, attended as the chief guest. He explained the objectives and benefits of the RAMP Scheme and the various support and incentives available to entrepreneurs and MSMEs through the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

College Chairman Prof. G. Ramakrishna Reddy and Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy participated in the programme. Dr. Hemant Reddy encouraged participants to develop innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset. He also highlighted the role of the college’s ATAL Incubation Centre, skill development programmes and other initiatives in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.

Mr. Ashok, a registered Trademark and Patent Agent from Hyderabad, provided practical insights into IPR, patents and trademarks, explaining the importance of legally protecting innovations and developing them commercially.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Visweswara Reddy of IIITDM Kurnool. Special appreciation was expressed to Mr. Vishwa, CEO, Andhra Pradesh MSME Development Corporation, for his financial support and encouragement.

Nandyal, August 19: Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, organised a programme to mark World Photography Day. Chief guest Dr. Vamsidhar Reddy and College Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy participated in the programme.

Addressing the students, Dr. Vamsidhar Reddy said that photography is not merely about capturing an image, but is a powerful art that preserves history, emotions, culture, nature and unforgettable moments. A good photograph can convey many messages and help preserve memories for future generations. He appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students.

College Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy explained the importance of visual storytelling in modern digital media and encouraged students to develop technical and creative skills alongside their academic education. He said photography teaches people not only to see, but also to observe, think and appreciate beauty.

As part of the programme, three students were selected for outstanding photographs. Renuka Jalapathi, B.Sc. Final Year, secured first place and received a ₹2,000 cash prize. Kishore Chintan won second place with a ₹1,000 prize, while T. Mohammed Rafi, BCA Final Year, secured third place and received ₹500. The prizes were presented by Dr. G. Hemant Reddy and Dr. Vamsidhar Reddy.

Nandyal, August 19, 2026: A Financial Awareness Seminar was organised at Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, with the objective of creating awareness among students about financial literacy, investment and money management.

T. Manoj Neelakanta, an expert appointed by SEBI, addressed the students and explained the importance of financial awareness in avoiding fraud and making informed decisions. He elaborated on passive income, mutual funds, compound interest, inflation, trading and long-term investing. He explained that trading is generally a short-term process aimed at profits, while investing is a long-term approach to building wealth.

College Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy advised students to develop the habit of reading newspapers and staying informed about business and financial developments. He encouraged them to understand real-life stock market case studies and learn how investment decisions are connected with financial resources and market conditions.

Students actively participated in the seminar and shared their views. The college management felicitated T. Manoj Neelakanta for his valuable session. The programme concluded with the National Anthem.

Nandyal: The 80th Independence Day celebrations were held with patriotic fervour at Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal. Chairman Prof. G. Ramakrishna Reddy unfurled the national flag and called upon students and youth to play a key role in the development of the nation and pursue their goals with determination.

The programme began with the singing of Vande Mataram. NCC students impressed the gathering with spectacular pyramid formations, while students presented colourful cultural and dance performances.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Ramakrishna Reddy recalled the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and highlighted the significance of India’s traditional knowledge systems and valuable information preserved in ancient palm-leaf manuscripts. He specially appreciated Harshitha for her impressive yoga performance and congratulated the students who participated in the cultural programmes.

College Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy, Principal K.V.B. Subbaiah, Dean A.S. Pragathi and others urged students to use their education for the benefit of society and actively participate in service activities through NSS and NCC.

They called upon the youth to study with discipline and work towards building a developed India by 2047. The celebrations concluded with the National Anthem.

Nandyal, August 14: As part of the 80th Independence Day Celebrations – 2026 Pre-Buzz Programme, Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, organised various activities promoting patriotism, social responsibility and environmental protection, in accordance with the directions of the Andhra Pradesh Government.

Around 100 students, including 50 NSS volunteers and 50 NCC volunteers, enthusiastically participated in the Tiranga Rally held in Nandyal on August 14. The rally proceeded from Market Yard to Gandhi Chowk, with students carrying the national flag and raising patriotic slogans in a disciplined manner.

NSS Programme Officers M. Sravani Kumari and T. Madhava Reddy guided the NSS volunteers, while the NCC volunteers participated under the leadership of NCC Coordinator Ms. Durga.

Following the rally, a plantation programme was organised on the college campus. NSS and NCC volunteers planted various saplings, creating awareness about environmental protection, greenery, climate change and sustainable development.

The programme conveyed the message that celebrating independence also means fulfilling our responsibility towards building a cleaner, greener, healthier and developed India.

Nandyal, August 13: Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, organised an awareness programme on World Organ Donation Day to educate students about the importance of organ donation and its role in saving lives.

College Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy and Dr. Madhusudan Rao were the chief guests. Dr. Hemant Reddy interacted with students on the importance of organ donation and encouraged them to spread awareness in society.

Dr. Madhusudan Rao said that organ donation can give a new lease of life to others even after a person’s death. He explained that organs such as the kidneys, heart, eyes, lungs and liver can be donated and urged young people to actively promote awareness about organ donation.

Faculty members Potula Ratna Reddy, M. Intiyaz Ahmed and Madhava Reddy also participated in the programme. They highlighted the value of helping others through organ donation and encouraged students to become ambassadors of the cause.

The programme concluded with a call to create greater awareness about organ donation among the public.

Nandyal, August 10: Sri Ramakrishna Degree College (Autonomous), Nandyal, organised the ‘Plant Your Future Campaign 2.0’ with the aim of creating awareness among students on environmental protection, sustainability, cleanliness and environmental responsibility.

As part of the campaign, an innovative “Best Out of Waste” competition was conducted, in which students participated enthusiastically. They showcased their creativity by transforming discarded and unused materials into useful, attractive and innovative products.

Principal K.V.B. Subbaiah appreciated the students for demonstrating that waste materials can be converted into valuable products through creativity and innovative thinking. Chairman Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy and Director Dr. G. Hemant Reddy congratulated the students for their active participation and environmental consciousness.

Academic Dean A.S. Pragathi Reddy and faculty members also appreciated the initiative, stating that such activities encourage students to develop creative ideas for a cleaner and greener environment.

Nandyal: The online registration process for degree admissions for the academic year 2026–27 will commence from August 5, 2026. The management of Sri Ramakrishna Degree (Autonomous) College, Nandyal, advised all students who have completed Intermediate and wish to pursue degree courses to mandatorily register online through the OAMDC portal.

A meeting was held at the college in this regard, attended by Chairman Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy, Principal K.V.B. Subbaiah, Dean of Academics A.S. Pragathi Reddy, and Head of the Department of Computer Science Dr. U.V.S. Kumar.

The college management announced that a special help desk would be established on the campus to assist students facing difficulties with online registration. Students can visit the help desk with the required documents and complete their registration.

Students are advised to bring their SSC and Intermediate marks memos, Caste and Income Certificates, Aadhaar cards of the student and parents, and Study Certificates from Class VI to Intermediate.

The management urged students not to wait until the last date and to complete their OAMDC registration at the earliest. Students facing any technical difficulties may make use of the college help desk.

Nandyal, August 3, 2026: International Commerce Day was celebrated at Sri Ramakrishna Autonomous Degree College under the auspices of the Department of Commerce. An awareness programme was organised for degree students, with Principal K.V.B. Subbaiah presiding over the event.

Addressing the students, Principal Subbaiah highlighted the growing importance of Commerce in the modern economy and spoke about career opportunities in CA, Company Secretary and other professional courses. He noted that more than 300 students join the Commerce programme at the college every year.

Head of the Department of Commerce Dr. D. Pullaiah explained the role of Commerce in the development of the national economy and provided students with practical insights into Accounting, Taxation and Auditing.

Commerce faculty members D. Masthan, Dr. Lalitha Saraswathi, Satyanarayana Reddy, Shekhar and Balachandrudu also addressed the students and encouraged them to pursue higher studies and develop practical knowledge. Dr. Lalitha Saraswathi highlighted India’s rich heritage of economic knowledge, referring to Kautilya’s Arthashastra and its relevance to commerce and administration.

The programme concluded with the National Anthem. Faculty members and students of the Commerce Department participated in the programme and made it a success.