Happy to invite you to the lecture-cum-discussion on “What does the right-wing European Parliament mean for the future of the EU? | Climate Change and Health in India | Contested Memory at the Historical Conflict Sites” on Thursday, 26th September 2024 at 10:30 am.
This programe will be inaugurated by Hon'ble Vice Chancellor, SPPU, Prof. (Dr.) Suresh Gosavi. This program was jointly organised by the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), SPPU and School of Politics and International Studies (POLIS); School of Sociology and Social Policy (SSP), University of Leeds, The United Kingdom.

Happy to invite you to GREAT TALKS the British Council in collaboration with the International Centre, Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Studies (DBAS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), and the Strategic Culture and Security Foundation (SCSF), Pune, are pleased to organize and invite you to a workshop on:

"Entrepreneurial Marketing: The Creation of Value between Entrepreneurs, Markets, and Customers"

🗓 Date: Monday, 21st October 2024
🕰 Time: 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: PUMBA Auditorium, Department of Management Sciences, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune

Speaker:
Dr. Lucill Curtis, University of East Anglia, United Kingdom


We welcome entrepreneurs, students, and professionals to engage in this insightful session on how businesses can create value through innovative marketing strategies and strengthen relationships between markets and customers.

Happy to inform you that the Department of Environmental Science & International Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), along with Freie University Berlin and the Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, are organizing a Roundtable Conference on "Healthcare Solutions : An Indo-German Roundtable on Climate Resilience & Financial Sustainability"

🗓 Date: Tuesday, 5th November 2024
🕰 Time: 09:30 AM onwards
📍 Venue: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hall, Main Building, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune - 411007

Dear All,

The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing Lecture-cum-discussion on, " Comprehensive National Power and Security", by Lt. Gen. V G Khandare, PVSM, AVSM, SM, Principal Advisor to Ministry of Defence and Former, Military Adviser to National Security Council Secretariat on Friday, 20th December 2024, YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, SPPU, at 03:00 p.m.

Looking forward to your presence on Friday, 20th December 2024, at 03:00 p.m., at the YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Ganeshkhind, Pune- 411007.

Happy to invite you for the 3rd Constitution Marathon Run which is jointly organised by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Cultural Committee Pune; Pune District Amateur Athletics Association, Pune B.U. Bhandari Auto P.L. and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Research and Training Institute (BARTI), Pune; in collaboration with the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).

You are all requested to participate in this marathon run in large numbers on Saturday, 25th January, 2025 at 5:30 am at Khashaba Jadhav Sports Complex, SPPU, Pune.
Kindly register on the link given below: https://forms.gle/AobDkcgYndt58jzE6

Invitation to the International Cultural Festival – International Youth Festival 2024-25!

Dear International Students,

The International Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) invites you to a spectacular evening of cultural performances, music and dance at the International Cultural Festival, as part of the International Youth Festival 2024-25!

Date: Tuesday, 11th February 2025
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Venue: International Centre Premises, SPPU, Pune

This year’s theme, "Connect Locally, Impact Globally," highlights the beauty of cultural exchange and global unity! Enjoy mesmerizing performances showcasing the rich traditions of various countries.

✨ Come, celebrate diversity, experience vibrant cultures, and enjoy an unforgettable night of music, dance, and tradition! ✨

Notice for Condolence Meeting

The entire Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Savitribai Phule Pune University is deeply saddened at the demise of their Former Head, Prof. (Dr.) Arun Dalvi on 20th February 2025 at Pune. To pay homage to late Prof. (Dr.) Arun Dalvi, a condolence meeting will be held on Tuesday, 25th February 2025, at 11:30 am in the YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, SPPU, Pune.

In this connection, Students, Staff & Head, Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Savitribai Phule Pune University hereby request you to attend the condolence meeting.

Admission open for M.A/M.Sc. in Defence & Strategic Studies

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “Political Crisis in Syria and the Middle East & Its Impact on Peace & Security” by Prof. (Dr.) Jon Armajani, Saint John's University, U.S.A on Friday, 28th March 2025 at 12:00 noon at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Invitation to the 4th Strategic and Security Dialogue on “Rise of China and Its Implications for the World”

The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), in collaboration with the Centre for China Analysis and Strategy, New Delhi and the Centre for Advanced Strategic Studies (CASS), is organizing a thought-provoking 4th Strategic and Security Dialogue on:

🛡️ “Rise of China and Its Implications for the World”
📅 Date: 16th April 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM onwards
📍 Venue: Sant Dnyaneshwar Hall, Main Building, SPPU, Pune.

This is an excellent opportunity to engage with experts and policymakers on one of the most pressing global strategic issues. Your presence would be highly appreciated!

Join us in this important discussion and be part of the conversation shaping the future!

On the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th Birth Anniversary, we are pleased to invite you to a two-day National Seminar on “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Contributions to National Security and Nationalism” jointly organized by the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and Strategic Culture and Security Foundation (SCSF), Pune and Sponsored by Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi.

🗓️ Dates: 22nd & 23rd April 2025

📍 Venue: Sant Dyaneshwar Hall, Main Building, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.

Let’s come together to reflect on the enduring legacy of the Iron Man of India and his vision for a secure, unified nation.

✅ Register here: https://forms.gle/3imTSiYPvTjLQvZ26*

We look forward to your valuable presence and participation in this important academic event.

Happy to inform you that the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, SPPU is organising a special lecture to be delivered by General Anil Chauhan, PVSM UYSM AVSM SM VSM, Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), on the topic, “Future Wars and Warfare".
The lecture will be held on Tuesday, 3rd June, 2025, at 1.30 pm, at Irawati Karve Social Science Complex, Savitribai Phule Pune University.
You are requested to be present 15 minutes before the start of the lecture.
You can also watch live program: https://webcast.unipune.ac.in/

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “Defence Acquisition-Changes to Support Atmanirbhar Bharat” by Col Gulshan Mongia on Monday, 14th July 2025 at 3:00 pm at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “Roadmap for Artificial Intellingence for National Security & Armed Forces” by Col Naveen D Prabhu on Monday, 14th July 2025 at 4:00 pm at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “Self Reliance in Defence Technology and Equipments” by Lt Col Ajay Pundkar on Thursday, 17th July 2025 at 4:00 pm at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “India's Relation with Central Asia” by Col Sudhir Khandka, SM on Thursday, 17th July 2025 at 3:00 pm at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is organizing a lecture-cum-discussion on “Civil-Military Cooperation in Disaster Management during Large Scale Natural and Man-Made Disasters” by Brig Pavittar Kaliraman on Monday, 21st July 2025 at 11:30 am at Savarkar Sabhagruha, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Bhavan, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune – 411007.

Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Savitribai Phule Pune University is organising a lecture-cum-discussion by Lt Gen Ajai Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, PhD (Retd), on the topic “India's Strategic Culture and Leadership.” This session will offer valuable insights into India’s evolving strategic thought and the role of leadership in shaping national security. The event will take place on Thursday, 7th August 2025 at 11:00 AM at YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Building, SPPU, Pune – 411007. All are cordially invited to join this enriching academic interaction.