(Events under STEPS)

Guest Lecture 

On the occasion of National Statistics Day, a guest lecture on “Developing professional career through Mathematics and Statistics” was organised on 29 th June 2022 for second year and third year learners. The guest speaker was Dr. Madhukar H. Dalvi, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Nagindas Khandwala College, Malad, Mumbai. 53 learners participated and were enlightened by the various career options on Mathematics and Statistics discussed by Professor Dalvi.

Data Visualization  Competition 

A competition on Data Visualization was organized to celebrate “World Population Day’’ on the topic ‘’Awareness of Rising Population and its Consequences’’ on 25th July 2022. 34 teams in a group of 2 or 3 learners participated in the event. Data on population was provided to the learners on the spot. Learners analysed and interpreted the data with the help of various statistical tools and graphs. 

Winners List :-

First Rank: Krishnakant Dubey, Krishna Kadakia (SYBSC DS)

Second Rank: Bhairavee Naik, Ganga Dubey (TYBSC Mathematics)

Third Rank: Anjali Rai, Siddhika Mhatre (TYBSC Mathematics)

Aptitude Test  

To enhance the overall academics and capability to face the various competitive exams in their future, an Aptitude test was taken. The test was conducted through online mode on 27th September 2022. 541 learners from Commerce, Science and Specialized Courses appeared the Aptitude test. Multiple choice questions were asked from various field like Mathematics, General knowledge, General Science, Current affairs etc. 

Winners List :-

First Rank: Raghav Banka (T.Y.B.Com.), Suparna Das (F.Y.B.Sc. IT)

Second Rank: Purav Joshi, Aditya Avhale (F.Y.BMS A Div.)

Third Rank: Harsh Ajay Kejriwal (F.Y.B.Com. P Div.), Aditya Dalvi (F.Y.BMS A Div.)

Data Analysis Competition

A Data Analysis competition on the topic “Awareness on Environmental Pollution and Hazards and its Consequences” was organised on 10th October 2022. Data on environment was provided to the learners on the spot, learners analysed and interpreted the given data using different mapping ,graphs and mathematical analysis. 102 learners participated in the event.

Winners List :-

First Rank: Yadav Ankita Harihar Reshma (F.Y.B.Sc. P.C.M.)

Second Rank: Singh Shivangi Bhola Neelam (F.Y.B.Sc. P.C.M.)

Third Rank: Dubey Geetika Harshu Prasad (F.Y.B.Sc. P.C.M.)

Ramanujan week (Reminiscing 1729):-

To commemorate the Birth Anniversary of the legendry Mathematician Sir Srinivasa Iyengar Ramanujan, a three days Inter Collegiate event, Reminiscing 1729, was organised from 19th December 2022 to 21st December 2022.

On Day 1 (19.12.22), guest lecture was conducted on Career Guidance from 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon. Dr. Selby Jose, Professor & Head, Department of Mathematics of The Institute of Science, Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai, was the keynote speaker. Two alumni, Mr. Justin Pinto of Department of Statistics and Mr. Bharat Laxmanram Choudhary of Department of Mathematics also enlightened the learners. 51 learners from the Dept. of Mathematics & Statistics attended this event. This was followed by online Aptitude Test at 2:00 PM. 117 learners participated in this event.

Day 2 (2012.22) started with Quiz from 10:00 AM. The next event was Crossword (11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon) followed by Sudoku (12:00 -1:00 PM) and the day ended with   Mathematical Housie (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM). 34 teams participated in Quiz competition, 56 learners participated in Crossword and Sudoku and 74 learners played Housie.

Day 3 (21.12.22) started with Snake & Ladder from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon in which there were 35 participants. From 12:00 Noon the Gala Event of all the three days– Treasure Hunt started  and ended at 2:45 PM. 68 learners participated in this event.

This event was a big success and the learners from different colleges participated with great enthusiasm and zeal.

Winners for Quiz competition:

First Rank: Vignesh Parab, Rudra Kali (T P Bhatia College)

Second Rank: Bhavesh Mishra, Rohit Yadav (Data Science, Thakur College of Science & Commerce)

Third Rank: Krishi Rangani, Benita Mercy (TYBSC Statistics, Thakur College of Science & Commerce)

Field Trip to Nehru Planetarium and Nehru Science Centre (Worli)

Department of Mathematics and Department of Statistics in collaboration with Science Association arranged a field trip to Nehru Planetarium and Nehru Science Centre (Worli) on 5th February 2023.  Learners from Science stream visited the Planetarium and Science Centre with Mr. Kuldeep Kandwal (faculty of Mathematics). The learners visited the galleries where they were able to see the various exhibits based on stone ages, Harappa civilization, discovery of fire and exhibits based on Indian History, invasion of Mughals, invasion of East India company and various Indian Dynasties. Learners also gained knowledge of applications of science and formation of stars, planets by watching documentary on universe. Learners found this visit very informative. 

Data Analysis Competition on Poverty:-

To increase the awareness about the problems related to poverty in different states of India, a Data Analysis Competition was organised on 15.03.23. Learners collected secondary data on  "Poverty for any State of India" and carried out an analysis and gave their interpretation/ conclusion on their collected data. 89 learners participated in this competition. 

Winners List:

First Rank: Omkar More, Rohan Sharma, Kunal Yadav (FYBSC CS)

Second Rank: Shreya Jadav, Vraj Shah, Tanmay Mondal (FYBSC CS)

Third Rank: Ankur S. Chauhan, Vivek Gupta, Kaustub Parab (FYBSC CS)

Skill Course on R Software

R is an open source and it is used for statistical analysis, graphical representation and reporting. R was created by Ross Ihaka and Robert Gentleman at the University of Auckland, New Zealand, and is currently developed by the R Development Core Team. The department conducted skill course on Basics of R software of 45 hours duration for the learners of T Y BAF. Mrs. Anuradha Hait and Dr Neeta Jain were the coordinators of the skill course. 170 students enrolled the course, and 150 students successfully completed the course. Various statistical analysis tools were discussed in online lectures, videos were created on it and hand on training was given. 

Skill Course on Metamorphosis

Skill Course on Metamorphosis was conducted by– Department of Commerce and Mathematics and Statistics

Date –  18th July to 20th October 2023

Number of Students Registered: 402 Students

Number of Successful Students: 233 students

Mode– Online (zoom)

Feedback Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1AL3BYtF2nQ50rQITC1r57LXsu_E22uKMVwymaOwcC9lZ5g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Aim of the Event:

To improve and develop the qualitative and quantitative skills required to achieve performance and success in life.

To build self-confidence, enhance self-esteem and improve overall personality of the participants.

To improve the mental aptitude and to develop cognitive skills.

Description of the Event:

 “Metamorphosis”-A journey of Transformation, skill course was conducted for the Second Year Learners of Degree College of all programs. It was 45 hrs. Certificate course (32 hrs. theory + 13 Practical sessions) conducted on online Zoom platform. It was amazing learning experience for the students. Students have learnt skills which are require to achieve success in life.

Bridge Course on Basics of Mathematics

Bridge course on Basics of Mathematics were conducted for F Y BCom students who have not opted Mathematics in 11 and 12th standard. Bridge course was also conducted for Biotechnology students.

(Events under CARRE)

T -Shirt Painting 

To celebrate “ AZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV”  and to boost the spirit of patriotism & creativity, an event of  T – Shirt Painting was organized on 10th Auguest 2022. The theme of the event was  “75 Years of Independence”.   

Value Education on Skin and Blood Donation 

Even though the skin is the largest human organ, awareness on skin donation is very low in India. The first Skin bank in India – National Burns Centre was commissioned on October 5, 2022, in Mumbai. SKIN BANKING is a facility where the skin is collected from eligible deceased donor and processed as per international protocols.

To spread the awareness on skin donation and to understand the procedure of it, we organised a guest lecture on the topic “Prevention of Burns & Organs, Skin & Eyes Donation Awareness” in association with Inner Wheel Club of Bombay, Kandivali. Speakers for the event were Mr. Navin Vazirani (Skin Bank Co-Ordinator) and Mr. Vikas Anvhale (Senior Research and Skin Bank officer). 340 learners attended the event.  

Guest Lecture on “Imperfections and it’s acceptance’’. 

A guest lecture on the topic “Imperfections and it’s acceptance’’ was organised on 07th October 2022, by Mrs. Sujata Dev, Managing Director of Third Generation Mobile Pvt. Ltd. 169 learners from both Science and Commerce stream attended the lecture. Mrs. Dev in her lecture brought to the fore that every human being is imperfect, in spite \ of that we need to accept or rather tolerate each other as it is the only way to give us peace, harmony, love and happiness. It was really a pleasure to hear her speak as she is a professional motivational speaker too. The young generation gathered soulful insights from her.       

Events on Corruption Free India  (Report on: Observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2022)

Theme: ‘Corruption free India for a developed Nation’

An event on “Observance of Vigilance Awareness week 2022” was organised by Thakur College of Science and Commerce in association with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) on 11th November 2022 from 9:30 AM. on the theme “Corruption Free India for A Developed Nation”. Mr. P.T. Nimaje, G.M. (Vigilance) IOC, brought to the fore the various activities undertaken by IOCL along with the perils of corruption and activities taken by them to make India corruption free nation. The speech of the guest was followed by Elocution and Quiz competition of the Degree learners. 56 learners participated in Elocution competition and 411 learners participated in Quiz competition.

The Judges for the elocution competition were: 

1. Mr. P.T. Nimaje (General Manager IOC)

2. Dr. Ravishri Mishra (Associate Professor, Royal College)

3. Dr. Pravesh Singh (Teacher, Junior College, TCSC)

4. Mrs. Deepika Patil (Teacher, Junior College, TCSC)

5. Mrs. Neelima Bakre (Teacher, Junior College, TCSC)

Winners of Elocution competition: 

First Rank: Ms. Priyanka Shukla (S.Y.B.M.S Div. C), 

Second Rank: Mr. Pranav Bhora (T.Y.B.M.S Div. D)

Third Rank: Ms. Hridya Sharma (T.Y.B.M.S Div. C), Mr. Ashish Jha (F.Y.B.A.F Div. B)

Winners for Online Quiz competition:

First Rank: Ms. Khushi Mistry (F.Y.B.COM.)

Second Rank: Ms. Palak Shah (S.Y.B.F.M)

Third Rank: Mr. Sanjay Gupta (F.Y.B.F.M)

Yoga Session 8th to 13th December 2022 :- 

Yoga session was organised for the learners of all the courses of the college. T.Y.B.Sc. Mathematics and T.Y.B.Sc. Statistics learners participated this Yoga session from 8th to 13th of December 2022. Every day it was of 1 hour duration from 7.00 AM to 8.00 AM.  42 learners participated in this yoga session. The learners benefitted a lot from this session. It improved their physical and mental fitness and they also realised that health is very important to lead a good life.

     Teacher’s Achievements

Ms. Anuradha Hait

• Authored, Revised and Updated Module A (Business Statistics) of the book ADVANCED BANK MANAGEMENT of INDIAN INSTITUTE OF BANKING & FINANCE (ISO 9001:2015 Certified) published by Macmillan Education India Private Limited, ISBN 978-93-5666-027-4.

• Authored and modified storyboards of (KESDEE ELEARNING CAIIB - ABM-ModuleA.xlsx) prepared by IIBF.

• Research paper on “CHALLENGES OF BUSINESSWOMEN” sent for publication- on process.

• Judge for the event “Vigyan Pradarshan” organised by Thakur College of Science and Commerce for Junior Science on 16.12.22.

Mr. Kuldeep Kandwal

• Invited as a Guest Speaker for Mathematics learners of (Junior section) Thakur College of Science and Commerce on topic “Career in Mathematics” on 30.08.22. 

• Invited as a judge for mathematical event in Royal College Mira Road on 20.12.22.

• Research paper on “Hyperparameter Tuning for Convolution Neural Network in Keras” sent for publication- in process.

Dr. Neeta Jain

• Judged the completion “Stat Attack! -A data visualization completion” organized by St. Xavier’s college on 30.06.22.

• Co-authored book on “Mathematical & Statistical Techniques- I” for F.Y.B.Com. ISBN 978-93-5576-539-0.

• Judge for the event “Mr. and Mrs. Vigyan” conducted by Junior college (Thakur College of Science & Commerce) on 16.12.22.

• Attended First term Training Programme of Department (D.L.L.E.) for extension works  on 24/08/2022  organised by L. R. Tiwari Degree college. 

• Attended First term Training Programme of Department (D.L.L.E.) for extension works on 01/12/2022 organised by Chandrabhan Sharma College of Arts, Science & Commerce  

Ms. Rituparna Choudhary

• Participated, presented and published a paper titled as “Impact of Covid-19 pandemic on Evaluation system.” in the one-day International Multidisciplinary Conference on 28.09.22 on the topic “Technology, Innovations & Research Entrepreneurship.” organized by Department of Management Studies, M.Com-E.Com and IQAC -TCSC  in association with University of Mumbai & ICSSR. The paper was published in International Journal of Advance and Innovative Research, Volume 9, Issue (3) July-September, ISSN 2394-7780 (Impact factor 7.36).

• Participated in two days International Conference on “Emerging Technologies and Business Intelligence” 2023, held at Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science on 13th and 14th February 2023.

Ms. Suchandana Datta

• Presented paper on topic “Application of Time series in Start Ups” in one-day International Multidisciplinary Conference on the topic “Technology, Innovations & Research Entrepreneurship.” organized by Department of Management Studies, M.Com-E.Com and IQAC -TCSC  in association with University of Mumbai & ICSSR. The paper was published in International Journal of Advance and Innovative Research, Volume 9, Issue (3) July-September, ISSN 2394-7780 (Impact factor 7.36).

• Presented and published paper titled “The Pandemic covid -19- Boon or Bane” in international journal of Advance Innovative Research volume 9 issue 4 -ii (October- December) (ISSN 2394-7780) in Navonameshan 2022 -a two day multidisciplinary international conference on “ Innovative Sustainable practices in Economics , Commerce and Technology”  organised by SIES (Nerul)  college of  Arts , Science and Commerce  in collaboration with university  of Mumbai  in Hybrid mode on 13th and 14th December 2022.

Mr. Suhas Talekar

• Completed Refresher course on “Research Methodology” from 26.09.22 to 30.09.22. 

• Participated in International conference on “Computational Mathematics” conducted by Sadguru Gadage Maharaj College Karad on 03.02.23.

Miscellaneous

• Ms. Anuradha Hait, Mr. Kuldeep Kandwal, Dr. Gulab Nibrad, Dr. Neeta Jain and Ms. Rituparna Choudhary, Mr. Alok Mishra Participated in International Climate Change conference on: Impact Study of Climate Change and Air Quality for Sustainable Goals” on 13th January 2023.

• Ms. Anuradha Hait, Mr. Kuldeep Kandwal, and Ms. Rituparna Choudhary registered for PhD.

• Ms. Anuradha Hait, Dr. Neeta Jain, Ms. Rituparna Choudhary, Ms. Suchandana Dutta participated Faculty Development Program on "Education in 21st Century: Implementing NEP 2020 for Quality Education in HEIs" from 9th to 16th August, 2022. Organized by Dept of Economics and IQAC of TCSC in collaboration with Guru Angad Dev TLC SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi.

Student’s Achievements

Pradeep Saxena TYBSc (Mathematics) is selected as a Sub Inspector in Border Security Force (BSF)

Vanij Lad (T.Y.BSc. Mathematics) 

*Participated and presented a research paper titled “Using Fuzzy Logic for Medical Diagnosis in Medicine and Pharmacy” in Aavishkar (zonal level).

* Completed Operational and Research course from NPTEL from July to September 2022.

* Completed Internship at Stargazing Mumbai in April 2022 to March 2023.

Suryakant Gupta (T.Y.BSc. Mathematics) 

* Cleared Actuarial Common Entrance Test in June 2022. 

* Completed Operations and Research course from NPTEL from July to September 2022.

* Won Second prize in the Elocution ‘Voice your Views’ organized by English literary association conducted by Department of Business Communication, Thakur College on15.11.22.

*Completed Virtual Internship at Hamari Pahchan NGO from 16.08.22 to 24.08.22.

*Completed Internship at Marpu foundation from 25.10.22 to 01.11.22.

Anjali Rajiv Rai (T.Y.BSc. Mathematics) 

* Completed one month Internship at Tare Zameen Foundation (Delhi) in September 2022.

*Won two origin competition, 1st prize in Physics and 3rd prize in Mathematics.

*Participated and presented a research paper titled “Image Compression using SVD” in Aavishkar (zonal level).

Siddhika Dilip Mhatre (T.Y.BSc. Mathematics)

• Completed training program from university of Mumbai’s “Garware Institute of Career Education & Development” a dell technology sponsored program in January 2023.

• Completed certificate course on career guidance & enhancement of employability skills. 

Urmi Ahirekar, Priya Maurya, Archita Chaubey and Bhairavee Naik  (T.Y.BSc. Statistics and Mathematics)

• Paper presented in Origin 2023 and securing the Third position in overall BSc. Section and First position in Statistics and Mathematics Department.

• Paper presented in Aavishkar at the college level and got selected for zonal level on the topic: A study of Haemoglobin’s impact on the health of Gen Z.

Vishnav S (T.Y.BSc. Statistics)          

• Completed- Python concurrent programming course from Infosys Springboard digital Learning from 10.03.23 to 16.03.23.

• Continuing- Ms Excel skill course from Macquarie university.

• Completed machine learning essentials and technical decision makers from Amazon and training and certification on 28.03.23.

Abhishek Arockia Swamy (T.Y.BSc. Statistics) worked 6 months as MIS Executive from January to 30.06.2022.