Congratulations

BUSINESS IDEA PITCHING COMPETITION 2025

The Entrepreneurship Club of MBA, Marian College Kuttikanam, organized the Business

Idea Pitching Competition 2025, which brought together the brightest minds to showcase

creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Out of 13 participating teams, the joint team of MCA and MBA students delivered an

outstanding pitch that impressed the judges with its clarity, feasibility, and impact. The

team secured First Place, marking a proud achievement for the group.

Team Members

• Joyal Joshy – 1st MCA

• Noble Sunil – 1st MCA

• Albin George – 1st MCA

• Sangeeth Suresh – 2nd MBA

Congratulations

AI Art Challenge – IPSR Solutions

The AI Art Challenge – Kerala in 2050, organized by IPSR Solutions Ltd as part of Kerala’s

State Formation Day celebrations, invited participants to creatively envision the future of

Kerala through AI-generated artworks focusing on culture, sustainability, technology, and

societal progress.

Winner: Vivek Menon 25PMC158

Post Link:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DQjob0TCeCZ/?igsh=MWJhYWloanBnbXgxeQ==

Congratulations

MG UNIVERSITY INTERZONE TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

The MG University Inter-College Table Tennis Tournament was conducted on 18th and 19th October 2025, with teams from various colleges participating in the event. Marian College Kuttikanam actively took part in the tournament, and the college team delivered a commendable performance. Representing Marian College as a team member, we secured Third Place in the tournament, showcasing teamwork, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the competition.


Third Place : Melvin Mathew 25PMC140

One-Day Workshop on Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)

  One-Day Workshop on Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Venue: MCA 1

Dates: 28/01/2026

Time: 8:30AM to 01:30 PM

Resource Persons: Mr Szen John

The PG Department of Computer Applications, Marian College Kuttikkanam (Autonomous), organized a one-day workshop on “Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)” for the MCA Batch 2025–27 on 28 January 2026, from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The session was handled by Mr. Szen John, Technical Services, IPSR Solutions.

The workshop began with an introduction to basic networking concepts, where the resource person explained fundamentals such as IP addresses, network communication, and how data travels over the internet. To enhance understanding, he used hand-drawn examples to clearly demonstrate IP addressing and network flow, making the concepts easy to grasp for beginners.

The session then progressed to cloud computing fundamentals, covering what cloud computing is, its advantages over traditional systems, and an overview of AWS as a cloud service provider. Key components such as compute resources, storage, and RAM (memory) were explained in relation to real-world server requirements. The differences between physical servers and cloud-based virtual machines were also discussed.

A major highlight of the workshop was the practical demonstration of creating an EC2 instance in AWS. Mr. Szen John guided students step by step through the process of launching an instance, explaining instance types, storage allocation, and memory usage. He also discussed real-world scenarios, including what happens when instances crash, become unresponsive, or face delays, and how such issues are handled in cloud environments.

By noon, students gained hands-on conceptual exposure to AWS infrastructure, instance management, and cloud reliability concepts. The session was interactive and informative, helping students build a strong foundation in AWS, networking, and cloud computing basics.

The workshop concluded with valuable insights into cloud technologies and their importance in modern IT careers, making it a highly beneficial learning experience for the participants.

Sahya Fest 2026

Report on the Sahya Fest 2026

Venue: MCA Department

Date: January 7,8,9 2026

Time: 08:00 AM to 05:30 PM

As part of Sahaya’26, the intercollegiate fest of Marian College (Autonomous), Kuttikkanam, themed the PG Department of Computer Applications (MCA) successfully organized and conducted three flagship technical events CYFUSION, CYDATA, and TITANIUM STRIKE ARENA under the superhero theme “CYBORG”.

These events were conceptualized to reflect the Cyborg theme by integrating technology, creativity, data intelligence, and strategic digital skills, thereby providing a competitive platform for students to demonstrate innovation, analytical thinking, teamwork, and professional competence. The events witnessed enthusiastic participation from multiple institutions, ensuring strong intercollegiate engagement.

CYFUSION (Group Event) : Frontend Design & Product Pitching Competition

Date: 9 January 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Venue: MCA 1 Classroom

CYFUSION was a multidimensional competition focused on frontend development, digital marketing creativity, and entrepreneurial pitching. A total of 13 teams, with four members each, registered for the event.

The central theme challenged participants to design a digital solution addressing real-world problems in India while aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). To maintain originality, topics were finalized through a Google Form on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring no duplication of problem statements.

Round 1: Frontend Development

Participants developed a functional frontend interface using the VibeCode platform, emphasizing technical logic, UI/UX design, and SDG alignment.

Judges: Dr. Sr. Italia Joseph Maria and Ms. Reny Jose

Round 2: Promo Video (Digital Submission)

Teams created a 45–90 second promotional video, shot exclusively on the Marian College campus, showcasing their product creatively.

Judges: Mr. Gilbert A R and Mr. Anson Thomas

Final Round: Product Pitch Presentation

Five shortlisted teams delivered professional-level pitches, presenting their solutions as market-ready digital products.

Judges: Mr. Satheesh Kumar S and Dr. Sr. Italia Joseph Maria

Winners – CYFUSION

1. First Prize (₹7,500): Tess Mariya Thomas, Souparnika Laiju, Ivan Saju, and Ivin Reji - Amal Jyothi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Kanjirappally
2. Second Prize (₹5,000): John J, Joel Joseph, Aromal Sreekumar, and Pranav R Kurup - St. Berchmans College, Changanassery
3. Third Prize (₹2,500): Neha Miriam Jose, Sona Rose Devasia, Nikitha Nair, and Riya Mathew - Amal Jyothi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Kanjirappally

Sponsors: Kollamkudiyil Agencies, Cardamom Villa Home Stay, Bhima Jewellers

CYDATA (Individual Event) : Data Analytics & Dashboard Competition

Date: 9 January 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Venues:

Computer Lab, Marian Institute of Management

MCA 2 Classroom

CYDATA was a data-centric technical competition aimed at strengthening students’ practical skills in data preprocessing, dashboard creation, and analytical presentation.

A total of 32 students registered, with 21 active participants from three institutions.

Round 1: Data Preprocessing & Dashboard Creation

Participants worked on a scenario-based dataset, performing preprocessing and developing dashboards within a structured time frame.

Judges: Mr. Satheesh Kumar and Mrs. Kochumol Abraham

Round 2: Dashboard Presentation

Six shortlisted participants presented their dashboards, explaining data handling methods, insights, and visualization logic.

Judges: Mrs. Kochumol Abraham and Mrs. Reny Jose

Winners – CYDATA

1. First Prize (₹3,000): Mohammed Afkar – Asquare Technologies
2. Second Prize (₹2,000): Sanath KR – Asquare Technologies
3. Third Prize (₹1,000): Austin Cruz – Asquare Technologies

Sponsor: Luminar Technolab

Participant feedback highlighted high satisfaction, especially appreciating the industry relevance and hands-on exposure.

TITANIUM STRIKE ARENA (Online Event – Group)

Online BGMI Tournament

Date: 5 January 2026

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Mode: Online

Titanium Strike Arena 2026 was an online esports tournament conducted in a professional BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) format. The event aimed to promote strategic thinking, teamwork, leadership, and competitive sportsmanship.

A total of 13 teams, each with four players, participated.

Match Structure:

The tournament was conducted in three rounds, each lasting one hour. Registered teams competed across the following competitive maps:

• Erangel
• Sanhok
• Miramar
• Scoring System
• Placement Points + Kill Points

Each kill earned 1 point, rewarding both survival and aggressive gameplay.

Winners – Titanium Strike Arena

1. First Prize (₹4,000): Abhinanth Anil, Sidharth Ranjith, Abhijith Kaimal, and Bens Joseph - College of Engineering, Kollooppara
2. Second Prize (₹2,000): Amal Krishna P.P, Kilashnath, Indrajith, Shaji, and Adarsh A.V - St. Paul’s College, Kalamassery
3. Third Prize (₹1,000): Adarsh Saji, Aswin Santhosh, Jeevan Roy, and Ronald Roy - St. Joseph’s College of Engineering and Technology, Pala

Sponsor: IMF Academy, Ernakulam

Prize Distribution and Certification

The official Prize Distribution Ceremony for Sahaya ’26 was conducted as part of the Grand Award Ceremony, marking the formal conclusion of the MCA Department events. Cash prizes and merit certificates were awarded to all winners and runners-up of CYFUSION and CYDATA in recognition of their outstanding performance and excellence.

For the online event, Titanium Strike Arena, the cash prizes and certificates were distributed and sent to the respective winning teams through appropriate channels after the completion of the tournament.

Additionally, participation certificates were distributed to all remaining participants of the offline events, acknowledging their active involvement, effort, and contribution to the success of the competitions.

Conclusion and Acknowledgments

The successful organization of CYFUSION, CYDATA, and TITANIUM STRIKE ARENA under Sahaya’26 reflects the PG Department of Computer Applications’ commitment to academic excellence, technological innovation, and holistic student development.

These events collectively showcased the CYBORG theme by blending coding, data intelligence, creativity, entrepreneurship, and digital gaming strategy, providing participants with real-world exposure and professional learning experiences.

The department extends sincere gratitude to the sponsors, judges, faculty members, organizing committee, and participants for their invaluable support and cooperation in making Sahaya’26 a grand success.

Report on the Farewell to Satheesh Sir

                    Report on the Farewell to Satheesh Sir

Venue: I MCA Classroom

Date: 08 January 2026

Time: 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM

A send-off ceremony was organized by the MCA department to bid farewell to our beloved class teacher Satheesh Sir, who is moving to another college to take up the position of Head of the Department (HOD) of BCA. The program was arranged as a mark of respect and gratitude for his valuable service to the department.

The program began with one of our student Ms. Riya George, who welcomed all the teachers to the stage and spoke about the dedication, guidance, and support given by Satheesh Sir to both students and faculty members. Her words highlighted his role as a mentor and a pillar of strength for the department.

Following this, Sister Regina addressed the gathering. She spoke about how Satheesh Sir contributed to creating a positive and happy environment in the department through his leadership, discipline, and caring nature. Her speech reflected the deep respect the institution holds for him.

Afterwards, a few students shared their experiences and memories with Satheesh Sir. They expressed their gratitude for his constant encouragement, friendly approach, and guidance throughout their academic journey.

Later, Ms. Riya George welcomed the Head of the Department, Mr. Win Mathew Sir, to deliver a speech. He appreciated the sincere efforts of Satheesh Sir and wished him success in his future role as HOD.

As a token of love and remembrance, the students presented a gift to Satheesh Sir. This was followed by a cake-cutting ceremony, celebrating his achievements and wishing him happiness and success in his new responsibility.

The program concluded with group photographs, where all the teachers of the department and students gathered together to capture the memorable moments of the day.

The send-off ceremony was emotional, joyful, and memorable, reflecting the strong bond between Satheesh Sir, the faculty members, and the students. The event ended with warm wishes for his future endeavors.Overall, the Christmas Competition 2025 was a joyful and engaging experience that successfully brought together cultural celebration and student participation. The event fostered a sense of unity, creativity, and festive spirit, making it a memorable occasion for everyone involved.

Boas Festas 2025 - Christmas Competition

                                                 

                                        Report on the Boas Festas 2025

Venue: I MCA Classroom

Date: 18th,22nd And 23rd December 2025

Time: 01:35 PM to 05:30 PM

A festive cultural event titled “ Boas Festas 2025 “ Christmas Competition was organized to celebrate the spirit of Christmas and to encourage student participation in creative and cultural activities. The program aimed to promote teamwork, creativity, and cultural harmony among students through a variety of Christmas-themed competitions and performances.

As part of the competition segment, Solamanum Shoshannayum Riya George (25PMC148) and Tojo Tom (25PMC156) actively participated and showcased their enthusiasm and creativity. Their involvement reflected active engagement in co-curricular activities and contributed positively to the overall success of the event.

The celebration also featured a Christmas Carol performance by the Angels group, which added a joyful and spiritual atmosphere to the program. The carol team consisted of Ann Mary (25PMC116), Annie Joben (25PMC117), Athulya M Nair (25PMC120), Binitta Saji (25PMC123), Meha Mary Samuvel (25PMC139), and Renjitha V R (25PMC146). Their melodious rendition of Christmas carols was well received and appreciated by the audience.

In addition to the performances, students participated in the Christmas Class Decoration and Crib Competition, where classrooms were creatively decorated and cribs were beautifully designed to reflect the theme of Christmas. These activities encouraged collaboration, artistic expression, and festive enthusiasm among students.

Overall, the Christmas Competition 2025 was a joyful and engaging experience that successfully brought together cultural celebration and student participation. The event fostered a sense of unity, creativity, and festive spirit, making it a memorable occasion for everyone involved.