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Transforming Tax Administration through GST Digital Architecture Transforming Tax Administration through GST Digital Architecture Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan March 26, 2026 events Two-Day National Seminar on GST Digital Architecture Organized by:Motilal Nehru College (Evening), University of Delhiin collaboration with Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) 📅 Dates: March 23 & 24, 2026📍 Venue: S.P. Jain Auditorium, South Campus, University of Delhi⏰ Time: 9:30 AM onwards Theme: Transforming Tax Administration through GST Digital ArchitectureCompliance Behaviour, Revenue Outcomes and Ease of Doing Business Highlights of Day 2 (24 March 2026): Plenary Session II:Revenue Outcomes and Fiscal Sustainability under GST Technical Session II:Data Analytics and Digital Governance in Tax Administration Panel Discussion:Future Pathways for GST Reforms Valedictory Session:Keynote Address: Prof. Rajeev Kumar Best Paper Awards Seminar Report: Dr. Renu Kumari Verma Vote of Thanks: Dr. Renu Kumari Verma Cultural Evening & National Anthem

Macroeconomic Policy Analysis – Centre-State Policy Coordination Macroeconomic Policy Analysis – Centre-State Policy Coordination Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan March 2, 2026 events 🗓 Date: 2nd March 2026⏰ Time: 9:30 AM📍 Venue: Obul Reddy Hall, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College (Autonomous), Mylapore, Chennai – 600004 📝 Event Highlights The PG & Research Department of Economics, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College (Autonomous), organized an Inter-college Symposium on “Macroeconomic Policy Analysis – Centre-State Policy Coordination” The symposium focused on examining macroeconomic policy frameworks and the importance of effective coordination between the Centre and State governments in achieving sustainable economic growth. 🎙 Keynote Speakers Arjun G. NagarajanChief Economist, Sundaram Mutual Mr. B. ChandrasekaranChairman, Agapuram Policy Research Centre 🏛 College Details Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College (Autonomous)#70–72, P.S. Sivaswami Salai,Mylapore, Chennai – 600004 👥 Organizing Committee Swami Dhyanagamy ananda – SecretaryDr. S. Kumaresan – PrincipalDr. X. Vincent Jayakumar – Head of the DepartmentDr. S.K. Prakash – Convener The inter-college symposium provided an academic platform for students and faculty members to deliberate on macroeconomic strategies and strengthen their understanding of Centre-State fiscal and policy coordination. “The only way of getting divine nature manifested is by helping others to do the same.”– Swami Vivekananda

Major Dr. M. Venkataramanan Endowment Lecture – 2026 Major Dr. M. Venkataramanan Endowment Lecture – 2026 Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan February 27, 2026 events 🗓 Date: 26th February 2026⏰ Time: 11:00 AM Onwards📍 Venue: Gyan Darshan, MBA Block, Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College (Autonomous), Chennai 📝 Event Highlights The Post Graduate & Research Department of Economics, Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College (Autonomous), in association with MONETRIX Association, cordially invited participants to the “Major Dr. M. Venkataramanan Endowment Lecture – 2026” Instituted in honour of an Eminent Educationist, Economist & NCC Officer. The theme of the lecture was: “Global Perspectives of Indian Economy – Aspirations for Viksit Bharat @2047.” The lecture focused on exploring India’s position in the global economic landscape and examining the strategic aspirations and policy directions required to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. 🎙 Chief Guest & Resource Person Mr. B. ChandrasekaranSenior EconomistFounder–Chairman, Agapuram Policy Research CentreFormer Consultant to the erstwhile Planning Commission of India (now NITI Aayog)Former Associate Fellow, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Contemporary Studies, New Delhi 👤 About Major Dr. M. Venkataramanan Major Dr. M. Venkataramanan served as Principal and Head of the Postgraduate & Research Department of Economics, as well as the Departments of Economics and Business Economics (Shift II). During his tenure as Principal, he: 🔹 Introduced new academic programmes🔹 Secured autonomous extension for the institution🔹 Elevated the institution to the status of College with Potential for Excellence🔹 Successfully trained three cadets who became All India Best NCC Cadets In recognition of his contributions to education, he received the “My Guru – Best Teacher Award” (2012).He also served as a Member of the Syndicate at the University of Madras. At present, he serves as Dean at St. Peter’s Higher Education Institution, Chennai. 🏛 Organizing Committee Dr. S. Narayanan – Program OrganizerProf. J.P. Jaideep – Head of the DepartmentCapt. Dr. S. Santhosh Baboo – PrincipalShri Ashok Kumar Mundhra – Secretary The endowment lecture provided an enriching academic platform for students and faculty to gain deeper insights into global economic dynamics and India’s long-term developmental vision toward Viksit Bharat 2047.

Glimpse of Union Budget 2026–27 Glimpse of Union Budget 2026–27 Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan February 27, 2026 events 🗓 Date: 11th February 2026⏰ Time: 03:30 PM📍 Venue: 3rd Floor, Auditorium, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 📝 Event Highlights The Department of Commerce, Faculty of Science & Humanities, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vadapalani Campus, organized a special academic session on “Glimpse of Union Budget 2026–27” The programme featured distinguished resource persons who shared expert insights on the Union Budget and its economic implications. Key highlights of the session included: 🔹 In-depth analysis of the Union Budget 2026–27 and its impact on various sectors🔹 Expert insights on fiscal policies, taxation reforms, and economic growth strategies🔹 Discussion on budgetary allocation and its implications for commerce and industry🔹 Academic perspectives on policy decisions and future economic outlook🔹 Interactive session with students and faculty members🔹 Practical understanding of budget trends and economic planning Resource Persons: 🎙 Dr. S. NarayananAssistant Professor & Joint Secretary – IEA, PG & Research Department of Economics,Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College, Chennai 🎙 Mr. B. ChandrasekaranSenior Economist & Founder,Agapuram Policy Research Centre, Erode The session provided an enriching platform for students to gain practical exposure to contemporary economic developments and enhance their understanding of national financial planning and policy framework.

National Integration and Empowerment: Legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Integration and Empowerment: Legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan January 30, 2026 events 🗓 Dates: 23rd & 24th January 2026⏰ Time: 09:00 AM onwards📍 Venue: Anna Auditorium, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam – 612002, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu 📝 Event Highlights The Post Graduate & Research Department of History, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam, successfully organized an ICHR Sponsored Two-Day National Level Seminar on“National Integration and Empowerment: Legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel”as part of the Sardar@150 celebrations. Key highlights of the seminar included: 🔹 Insightful inaugural and keynote addresses by eminent historians and academicians🔹 Special lectures highlighting Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s vision of national integration and economic development🔹 Technical sessions focusing on historical perspectives, contemporary relevance, and empowerment🔹 Scholarly discussions on Patel’s role in nation-building and unification of India🔹 Active participation of faculty members, research scholars, and students🔹 Cultural programme and interactive academic deliberations The seminar provided a rich academic platform for participants to engage with historical insights and contemporary interpretations of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s legacy, strengthening awareness on national unity, leadership, and empowerment.

Two-Day State Level Workshop on “Research Methodology.” Two-Day State Level Workshop on “Research Methodology.” Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan January 30, 2026 events 🗓 Dates: 29th & 30th January 2026⏰ Time: 09:30 AM onwards📍 Venue: Seminar Hall, Erode Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Erode – 638009 📝 Event Highlights The PG and Research Department of Economics, Erode Arts and Science College (Autonomous), in association with AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, successfully organized a Two-Day State Level Workshop on “Research Methodology.” Key takeaways from the workshop: 🔹 Comprehensive sessions covering the fundamentals of research methodology🔹 In-depth discussions on identification of research problems and research gaps🔹 Clear understanding of qualitative and quantitative research approaches🔹 Practical insights into primary and secondary data collection methods🔹 Guidance on selecting appropriate sampling techniques🔹 Hands-on exposure to data analysis tools, including SPSS🔹 Expert sessions on research report writing and bibliography preparation🔹 Valuable interactions with experienced academicians and resource persons The workshop offered a structured and practical learning experience for students and researchers, strengthening their research skills and enhancing their understanding of data analysis and academic writing in social science research.

Two-Day National Workshop on “Primary Data Collection: Usage and Limitations” Two-Day National Workshop on “Primary Data Collection: Usage and Limitations” Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan September 25, 2025 events 🗓 Dates: 22nd & 23rd September 2025⏰ Time: 10:30 AM onwards📍 Venue: Auditorium, Erode Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Erode – 638009   📝 Event Highlights The PG and Research Department of Economics, Erode Arts and Science College, in association with AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, successfully organized a two-day national workshop on “Primary Data Collection: Usage and Limitations.” Key takeaways from the workshop:🔹 In-depth sessions on concepts, tools, and ethical aspects of primary data collection🔹 Hands-on training through mock surveys, field exposure, and group exercises🔹 Expert talks on sampling techniques, limitations, and challenges in data handling🔹 Valuable guidance from eminent academicians and resource persons from reputed institutions The workshop provided a practical learning experience for students and researchers, equipping them with essential skills for conducting social science and economic research.

International Conference on Behavioural Economics International Conference on Behavioural Economics Chandrasekaran Balakrishnan September 4, 2025 events International Conference on Behavioural Economics Organized by:Research Centre and Department of Economics, Lady Doak College, Maduraiin collaboration with Agapuram Policy Research Centre, Erode 📅 Dates: September 11 & 12, 2025📍 Venue: Lady Doak College, Madurai⏰ Time: 9:00 AM onwards Theme:Behavioural Economics – Redefining Economic Approach, Emerging Insights Beyond Unbounded Rationality 👉 Highlights of Day 2 (12 Sept 2025): Session IV: Noise in Financial Markets – Dr. M. Rohit Session V: Behavioural Pathways in Macroeconomic Outcomes – Mr. Nandu Sasidharan Panel Discussion Valedictory Address: Mr. B. Chandrasekaran, Founder Chairman, Agapuram Policy Research Centre Certificate Distribution & Vote of Thanks

Public Policy Research – Knowledge Sharing Session Public Policy Research – Knowledge Sharing Session Saravanan M August 14, 2025 events Erode Arts and Science College – Department of Social Work (UA), in association with AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, is organizing a session on “Organization Learning about AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, Erode, and Public Policy Research” on 14th August 2025 at 10:30 AM in Venue I – MSW. Resource Person: Mr. B. Chandrasekaran, Senior Economist & Founder Chairman, AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, Erode.

Empowering Students for Viksit Bharat @ 2047 Empowering Students for Viksit Bharat @ 2047 Saravanan M August 14, 2025 events Erode Arts and Science College (PG & Research Department of Economics), in association with AgaPuram Policy Research Centre, is organizing a Students Capacity Development Programme (SDP) on “Macro Economic Theoretical Framework for Viksit Bharat @ 2047”. 📅 Date: 14th August 2025🕙 Time: 10:00 AM📍 Venue: Seminar Hall Resource Person: Dr. M. Saravanan, Director (IQAC), Anurag University, Hyderabad.