Editor’s Note—The following article includes course outlines and information about the different Minor Specialisations offered by MIT to the Sixth Semester students, along with reviews from the students who them in the previous year. The information provided here will be updated as and when more of it becomes available.
Asterion 2021
The Fifth edition of Asterion, a fest born from the collaboration of three academic clubs, Justitia, Cutting Edge, and Tempus Pretioso, kicked off on the 15th of October with an online Inauguration Ceremony. The Guest of Honor, the Dean of Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Dr. Sharath Rao, gave an inspiring … Continue Reading
Cognizant Citizen: Lakhimpur Kheri Violence
*Note: Because the situation unfolds everyday, the information presented in this article is a conclusive account of the events that have transpired up until the early mornings of October 9th, 2021.
On October 3rd, 2021, a polarising nationwide story broke out, reporting violence and massive rioting in the Uttar Pradesh … Continue Reading
Imagination—TED Circles by TEDxManipal
Introduction to TED Circles
Ideas and conversations hold the power to change lives, communities, and the planet for the better. They evolve into brilliant advancements, foster stronger relations, and nurture better learning. In its fundamental essence, TED aims at spreading influential ideas. Ideas that bring perspective, and ideas that unite. … Continue Reading
The Hidden Face of Sustainability: Corporate Greenwashing
When shopping online or at a local grocery store, we find our conscience guilty over multiple facets of production like plastic usage, carbon footprint, or the practice of animal testing. Increasing environmental anxiety and the growing responsibility of Gen Z and millennials to be environmentally cautious has cast an awareness … Continue Reading
Matsuri 2021 by Behind the Scenes
Behind The Scenes’ flagship event Matsuri dissected cinema from various perspectives by holding a debate competition, trivia and screening of a well-curated lineup of student cinema.
Day One
On the first day, along with a screening of movies, an enthralling debate on the recent inclusive standards issued by The … Continue Reading
Dream and Reality—An Ode to a Past Life
What if you are given a chance to watch your dream and reality simultaneously; how long will it be before you run to something that is turning uncertain? As we transitioned from school to college, from freedom to living safe, lockdown, a lot was missed, and a lot was dreamt.… Continue Reading
The Parchment and The Quill—A Letter to The Lover
I stifle a yawn,
The mortal rummages through the chest—
Beige, brown, blank
I am placed on a wooden stand
I lounge in my inkpot,
I hear my master’s footsteps,
Poised, elegant, immaculate!
Feather-light touch on rugged land.
5th September 1701
Dearest,
The room is dark but … Continue Reading
The Sun And The Moon—A Celestial Tale
The Sun and The Moon—embodiments of grandeur and creation—symbols of permanence. To us, they’re a vivid illumination. A fleeting moment between dawn and dusk. What if they were to exchange in a conversation? A parley, of sorts. What would it represent?
A massive ball of energy, anchored in one … Continue Reading