School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP) Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam “Coeval Souths: India and Ethiopia in Shared Time” 29 June 2026 | 11:00 AM | Seminar Hall, Old Building, SIRP The School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP), Mahatma Gandhi University, organised a Special Lecture titled “Coeval Souths: India and Ethiopia in Shared Time” […]

The School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University, is organising a Half-Day Workshop on “ABC of International Diplomacy” on April 8, 2026, from 10:00 AM at the Seminar Hall, Old Building, SIRP, MG University. The session will be delivered by Amb. M.K. Bhadrakumar, Former Indian Ambassador to Turkey and Uzbekistan and an internationally syndicated […]

Academic Lecture on Hannah Arendt The Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies is hosting an academic lecture on Hannah Arendt by Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan. The session will examine Arendt’s influential ideas on totalitarianism, power, freedom, and political responsibility, encouraging participants to engage with one of the most significant political thinkers of the twentieth century. […]

Round Table: The Palestine Question—History, Politics, and Prospects for Peace The Center for Cross-National Communication in South Asia, in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies, will organize a round table on “The Palestine Question: History, Politics, and Prospects for Peace.” The discussion will feature Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan, Dr. Lirar Pulikkalakath, and […]

Special Lecture: Nationalism in West Asia & North Africa The Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies is hosting a special lecture on “Nationalism in West Asia & North Africa” by Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan. The lecture will explore the historical roots, political movements, and contemporary challenges associated with nationalism across the West Asian and North […]

Special Lecture: Engaging with Theory The Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies is organizing a special lecture on “Engaging with Theory” by Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan. The session will introduce key theoretical approaches in the social sciences and international relations, highlighting their importance in academic inquiry and critical analysis. Date: 19 September 2025Time: 11:00 AMVenue: […]

Special Lecture: Remembering Frantz Fanon The Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies, School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP), Mahatma Gandhi University, is organizing a special lecture on “Remembering Frantz Fanon” by Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan, Chair Professor, Nelson Mandela Chair. The lecture will explore Fanon’s enduring contributions to anti-colonial thought, decolonization, and postcolonial theory, […]

Workshop Theme: Healthcare of Interstate Migrants and Social Institutional-Technological Frameworks in Kerala 🗓️ Date: 22 July 2025 🕜 Time: 1:30 PM 📍 Venue: Ambedkar College of Arts and Science, Wandoor, Malappuram, Kerala Inauguration: Dr. Shamsudeen E Principal, Ambedkar College of Arts and Science, Wandoor Resource Person: Dr. Bijulal M.V Principal Investigator, ANRF Project – CRG/2021/004314 […]

The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) at Mahatma Gandhi University is launching a new online webinar series in Malayalam on “Rights Perspectives of Internal Migration in India.” The inaugural talk, titled “Land–Labour–Law: Inter-State Tribal Migration,” will be delivered by Dr. Ammini K. Wayanad, President of the Tribal Women’s Movement, Kerala. The session […]

    The Korea Centre, in collaboration with the UniKorea Foundation, is delighted to announce the Essay Competition 2025. This competition is open to students across India, offering a platform to showcase their analytical and creative skills while exploring themes related to Korea. Essay Themes Category 1: School Level (14-18 years) Theme: “The Korean Wave: How Korea Inspires […]

Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies at the School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP), Mahatma Gandhi University, is organizing a distinguished lecture titled “Post-secularism: Religion & Politics in West Asia & North Africa.” The session will be led by Prof. A K Ramakrishnan, a senior Professor with extensive expertise in West Asia. The event, which […]

Special Lecture: Nationalism in West Asia & North Africa The Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies is conducting a special lecture on “Nationalism in West Asia & North Africa” by Prof. A. K. Ramakrishnan. The lecture will discuss the historical evolution of nationalism in the region and examine its role in shaping contemporary political developments […]

Nelson Mandela Chair for Afro-Asian Studies at the School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP), Mahatma Gandhi University, is organizing a distinguished lecture titled “Nationalism in West Asia & North Africa.” The session will be led by Prof. A K Ramakrishnan, a senior Professor with extensive expertise in West Asia. The event, which will take […]

The Centre for Indian Diaspora at the School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam  and Global India Network will hold an online talk on India’s Engagement with its Diaspora, addressing India’s policies towards its diaspora, their contributions and the role of the diaspora in shaping the country’s policies. The talk will be […]

The Centre for West Asian Studies at the School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, will hold an insightful session as part of its Talk Series on Contemporary West Asian Politics, addressing current challenges, evolving dynamics, and potential future developments in the region. The event will be held online via Google Meet […]

The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG), in collaboration with the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Project (CRG/2021/004314) and the School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP) at Mahatma Gandhi University, will host an upcoming special talk on the development challenges faced by migrants in India’s urban areas. Scheduled to take place virtually on […]

Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) Invites Scholars to Discuss The Climate Migrants (Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2022 The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) is pleased to announce an upcoming virtual discussion on “The Climate Migrants (Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2022,” scheduled for October 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM (IST) […]

The Centre for West Asian Studies, School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, is hosting a Talk Series on Contemporary West Asian Politics: Challenges, Dynamics, and Future Trends. The speaker for the event will be Samavia Zia, a distinguished human rights activist, MUN award winner, researcher, and lecturer at Punjab University College […]

The School of International Relations and Politics, MGU is organising a seminar on ‘‘Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property Rights: Emerging Technologies, Access to Medicines and Sustainability’ on 7th October 2024, jointly with the Intellectual Property Rights Information Centre – Kerala (IPRIC-K) of Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE). The proposed one-day national […]

Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance & Anusandhan National Research Foundation Project CRG/2021/004314 School of International Relations and Politics Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam Kerala & State Bank of India, M G University Branch   Jointly organise a one-day orientation programme on FREE BANK ACCOUNTS AND INSURANCE FOR INTERSTATE MIGRANT WORKERS, KOTTAYAM, KERALA Date: 28 […]