Sumantra Sen, Class of 2021 The Creators is a series of profiles of Ashokans who are actively involved in different creative fields including, but in no way limited to, music, photography, creative writing, and visual or performing arts. This time as part of The Creators series we interviewed Kabeer Khurana — an accomplished filmmaker from the Undergraduate… Keep Reading
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By Sanya Chandra (Class of 2021)The article is an opinions piece and not The Edict’s own views The decision to “postpone” Banjaara 2019 came as a shock to everyone not directly involved in the process of its execution. While I may not be able to comment on the efficacy of the decision itself, as a… Keep Reading
In Conversation with Jacqueline Novogratz — Purpose over Profit Pragyna Divakar This Wednesday, Ashoka University hosted a talk with Jacqueline Novogratz, founder and CEO of Acumen, a not-for-profit impact investment fund that invests in social entrepreneurs who aim to alleviate poverty. The talk was moderated by Ashish Dhawan, founder and CEO of Central Square Foundation and one… Keep Reading
Vandita Bajaj, Class of 2020 Did you have it all figured out for Banjaara? Had decided on an outfit, and were looking forward to gorging on some delicious food? All the exciting events, performances and the overall bustle would have transformed the campus on the weekend! But alas, the road to Banjaara just got a… Keep Reading
As we draw the curtains on a successful Sports fest, it is time to take a look at Ashoka’s performance in Agneepath 3.0. The 3 day fest saw intense competition with over 650 sportsplayers participating over a range of sports. Agneepath held events for Basketball, football, Badminton, Volleyball, Table Tennis and Squash with over 20… Keep Reading
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Surabhi Sanghi, Class of 2020 On 7th and 8th February, the History Society organized its annual flagship event — The Memory Museum. The concept came into being after conversations about what really constitutes history, and why it shouldn’t be restricted to what makes it to textbooks. The core belief of the Memory Museum is that having lead… Keep Reading
The Singles’ Survival Guide to Valentine’s Day Gitika Naik, Class of 2021 It hasn’t been your day, your week, your month, or even your year when it comes to love. Halfway through the shortest month, its 14th February — Valentines Day, and you have no clue what to do. Your roommate has sexiled you, and your friends… Keep Reading
Surabhi Sanghi, Class of 2020 On 6th February, Ashoka University hosted Professor Thomas Trautmann, the professor emeritus of history and anthropology in the University of Michigan to deliver a lecture titled ‘Follow the Elephant’. With vast experience in the study of ancient India and environmental history, his book — ‘Elephants and Kings An environmental History’ published in… Keep Reading