Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science & Commerce

The Department of Chemistry, Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, in collaboration with the Association of Chemistry Teachers, successfully celebrated the IUPAC Global Women’s Breakfast (GWB) 2026 on 10th February 2026, under the able guidance of Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui. The event was inaugurated at the auspicious hands of Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui, who presided over the programme as the President of the event. In his inaugural address, he emphasized the importance of women’s empowerment, leadership, and active participation in the field of chemistry and scientific research. A major highlight of the programme was the screening of video scripts presented by Research Scholars, which showcased their innovative research ideas and scientific perspectives. The presentations were evaluated by Prof. Aditi Bhattacharya, who provided constructive feedback and encouragement to the participants. The programme was graced by the presence of IQAC Coordinator Prof. J. D. Shaikh. The event also received strong support from the Head of the Department, Prof. Arif Pathan, whose encouragement contributed significantly to the successful organization of the programme. The event was efficiently coordinated by Prof. Prashant Netankar and Prof. Syed Ummul Khair Asema, whose dedicated efforts ensured the smooth conduct and overall success of the programme. The celebration of IUPAC Global Women’s Breakfast 2026 served as a meaningful platform to promote gender equity in science, encourage networking among women chemists, and inspire young researchers toward excellence in chemistry.

Today, Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui inaugurated the Offline GoT-FDP on RPA Traning Programme. He emphasized that AI and RPA automation are essential for faculty development and congratulated the Department of Chemistry and BCA/BCS for organizing such a useful GoT for staff. On this occasion, Mr. Yogesh Shejwal NIELIT was felicitated by the Principal, and Mr. Maitrya Sardar NIELIT was felicitated by the HOD, Dr. Syed Abeduddin. The Principal expressed his pleasure at the full attendance and appreciated everyone’s participation.

Hon'ble Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui felicitated Ms. Srushti Kamble (Assistant Professor, Department of English) and Osama Hashmi (MA English student) for qualifying UGC-NET Examination in English. Dr. Shaikh Kalimoddin Rashid, Head Department of English and Ms. Saudagar Alfiya Samreen are also present on this occasion.

We are thrilled to announce that Ayesha Patel, a B.A. First Year student at Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, has secured the 3rd Position in the University-level "Naat Talent Hunt." ​The event was organized by the Department of Urdu, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU), in collaboration with the Maharashtra State Urdu Sahitya Academy. ​Ayesha was felicitated by our honorable Principal, Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui, for her soulful performance and achievement. We also extend our gratitude to Dr.Quazi Naweed (HOD, Urdu) and Dr. Azhar Babar Shaikh (Dept. of Physical Education) for their constant guidance and support throughout this journey. ​Congratulations, Ayesha! Keep shining!

Goodwill Meeting of the Deputy Representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Dr. Mohammad Hossein Ziaei Nia, and Other Dignitaries with Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui Principal of Maulana Azad College, Aurangabad, 7 February 2026: Respected Dr. Mohammad Hossein Ziaei Nia—a Hafiz and reciter of the Holy Qur’an, PhD from, Al-Mustafa International University, Iran; Representative of the Supreme Leader of Iran at Qom University; along with members of the Iran Council, Delhi—Mr. Mohammad Hossein Suratwala, Assistant Professor at Al-Mustafa International University and Mission Director, Al-Kisa Foundation (India); Maulana Syed Jafar Raza Aamili, holding a Master’s degree from Lebanon and Representative of Ayatollah Sheikh Mohammad Al-Yaqoubi from Gujarat; Mr. Reza Isfahani from Bengaluru, Representative of AKO Kian Makran Trading Co.; and other distinguished guests visited Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad, today. The Principal, Dr. Mazahar Ahmad Farooqui, warmly welcomed the guests by presenting them with books authored by Dr. Rafiq Zakaria. The delegates held discussions on India–Iran relations, visited various departments of the college, and expressed their intention to further strengthen India–Iran relations in the future.

Under the visionary leadership of Principal Dr. Mazahar Ahmed Farooqui a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samsthas Nanavati Institute of Mgt & Research for Women, Pune and Maulana Azad College of Arts, Science & Commerce, (Dept. of Commerce & Mgt. Science), Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. The MOU marks a significant step towards strengthening quality initiatives and academic excellence in the field of Commerce and management through knowledge sharing, faculty and student Exchange, Joint Activities and Research Collaborations. Looking forward to impactful outcomes.