The recognition acknowledges Dr. Mungekar’s continued contributions to research, innovation, international academic collaborations, knowledge exchange, and capacity-building initiatives for Filipino students, educators, researchers, and professionals.

At the 15th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026 powered by IDFC FIRST Bank, running was accompanied by an unexpected dose of glamour. Among women participants in the Half Marathon and Full Marathon, face glitter, colourful makeup and carefully styled race-day looks emerged as a noticeable trend, adding a new dimension to the traditional running experience. For these runners, the race was about more than kilometres, pace and endurance. It was about showing up with personality.

Every breakthrough begins with a question. What if the answer isn't the first one we see? What if the greatest opportunities lie just beyond our assumptions, our routines, and our comfort zones? Our theme , Beyond the Obvious, is an invitation to look deeper—to challenge conventional thinking, uncover hidden possibilities, and discover perspectives that transform the way we live, lead, create, and connect. Over the course of talks on 11th July 2026, at Symbiosis college Auditorium , Viman...