Galgotias University is witnessing a growing wave of student-led innovation, with its students increasingly making their presence felt on global technology and startup platforms.

Students from the university are currently representing India at the Global EDVentures Startup Competition in Hong Kong, showcasing ideas and ventures developed within the university’s classrooms, labs, maker spaces, and collaborative student communities.

The global participation comes during a year marked by several major achievements for the university’s innovation ecosystem. These include 18 winners in the global Apple Swift Student Challenge, the launch of 37 live applications on Apple’s iOS ecosystem, and growing involvement with international startup ecosystems connected to organisations such as Y Combinator.

One of the standout developments has been the rise of student-led startup Cybergenix, which recently secured INR 3 crore in funding. Notably, one of the startup’s co-founders is only 18 years old, reflecting how early-stage entrepreneurship and innovation are becoming deeply embedded within the student culture at the university.

Over the last year, the university has seen a visible shift in how students approach academics and career building, with many now focusing on creating products, launching startups, building apps, and exploring global opportunities alongside their studies.

The Apple Swift Student Challenge results further highlight this momentum. After recording 10 winners in 2025, the number increased to 18 winners in 2026, indicating stronger mentorship, peer learning, and technical confidence across the student ecosystem.

Innovation activity at the university is also expanding beyond traditional engineering programmes. Students from artificial intelligence, design, management, and interdisciplinary backgrounds are collaborating on projects connected to healthcare, accessibility, education, immersive learning, productivity, and digital communities.

More than 135 startups have emerged from the broader innovation ecosystem at Galgotias University so far, supported through incubation programmes, mentorship, prototyping support, and the INR 10 crore Galgotias Innovation Fund.

The university has also strengthened its technology infrastructure through Centres of Excellence and specialised labs built in collaboration with organisations including Apple, Intel, Cisco, NVIDIA, Salesforce, Tata Technologies, and Capgemini.

During a recent visit to the university, Ramana Ramanathan interacted with student founders behind ventures such as Project Tacto and Tekurious, both currently representing India at the Global EDVentures Startup Competition. Discussions focused on product scalability, real-world application, user behaviour, and market relevance.

Speaking about the university’s innovation culture, Dhruv Galgotia said the growing confidence among young Indian students to build globally relevant products directly from India reflects a larger cultural shift taking shape across campuses.

As student-led achievements continue to grow, Galgotias University is steadily building a reputation as a fast-growing innovation and startup-driven academic ecosystem where experimentation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking are becoming part of everyday campus life.

Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway is bringing together a month-long line-up of cocktail experiences across its signature venues, offering guests a mix of zero-proof creations, Japanese-inspired sake cocktails, Long Island Iced Tea specials, and tropical mango-infused beverages.

The curated beverage programme is designed to offer guests a refreshing and immersive social experience throughout the season, combining contemporary mixology, vibrant flavours, and the hotel’s signature hospitality.

At World Cafe, the spotlight is on a thoughtfully crafted zero-proof cocktail menu designed for wellness-conscious guests. The collection includes drinks such as Virgin Picante, Island Affogato, Zero-Proof Espresso Martini, and Floral Fizz, offering flavour-forward alternatives in an elegant setting.

Meanwhile, Horizon introduces a sake cocktail experience inspired by Japanese mixology traditions. Guests can enjoy creations including Yuzu Sake Collins, Sake Bomb, and Sake Spritz, blending delicate flavours with modern presentation styles for intimate and social dining occasions.

At the iconic High Ultra Lounge on the 31st floor, the LIIT Cocktails Festival brings together bold flavours and skyline views. Signature cocktails on the menu include Electric Long Island, Peach Long Island, Tropical Long Island, Spiced Long Island, and Energy Island, designed for guests looking for a lively nightlife experience.

Adding a seasonal twist to the celebrations, The Lounge presents Mango Mania, a specially curated menu of mango-based cocktails inspired by summer flavours. The line-up includes Mango Picante, Mango Martini, Mango Mojito, and Mango Gin Spritz, combining tropical fruit notes with contemporary mixology techniques.

The month-long beverage showcase reflects Sheraton Grand Bangalore’s focus on offering diverse and engaging culinary and nightlife experiences tailored to different guest preferences and occasions.

With curated flavours, stylish venues, and immersive drink experiences, the hotel continues to strengthen its position as one of Bengaluru’s preferred destinations for premium dining and social gatherings.

TOQUO has launched a new immersive dining concept titled ‘Around Asia in 10 Cocktails’ along with The Omakase Food Journey, bringing a multi-course cocktail and food pairing experience to the city’s evolving dining scene.

Curated by Chef Sachin Lepcha and mixologist Thejas Ganiga, the experience is designed as an omakase-style journey that travels across Asia through cocktails, flavours, and curated food pairings inspired by different cities.

The concept aims to recreate the cultural and culinary identity of Asian destinations in a structured, story-driven format where each course represents a different city, blending food, drink, and storytelling into one continuous experience.

The journey begins in Tokyo with Neon Sakura, a delicate cocktail made with vodka, sake, yuzu, white peach, and cherry blossom mist, paired with tuna crispy rice. It sets a light and refined tone for the experience.

From there, Bangkok introduces a bolder profile with Golden Tuk Tuk, a tamarind tequila-based cocktail infused with Thai basil, chilli honey, and lemongrass foam, paired with basil chicken bites that balance spice and sweetness.

Seoul follows with Black Velvet Seoul, a smoky gin cocktail featuring black garlic pickle, sesame, rice wine, and charcoal salt, served alongside a smoky lamb skewer designed to echo its deep umami character.

The experience continues through cities like Shanghai, Hong Kong, Kyoto, Mumbai, Macau, Singapore, and Bali, with each stop offering a distinct flavour profile inspired by regional ingredients, drinking styles, and culinary traditions. The journey features a wide range of techniques and ingredients, from coconut fat-washed tequila and kokum-forward coastal cocktails to matcha whisky blends and dessert-style nightcaps.

Alongside the cocktail programme, the Omakase food menu includes Asian-inspired small plates such as Chicken Gyoza, Katsu Chicken Open Baos, Prawn Tempura, Sichuan Chicken, Thai curries, Mushroom Baos, Yasai Tempura, sushi courses, wok-tossed dishes, and dessert finishes, each designed to complement the progression of cocktails.

According to the team, each pairing is crafted not just around flavour, but also mood and storytelling, allowing guests to experience Asia through a layered and evolving journey across every course.

Speaking about the concept, TOQUO Founder and CEO Yash Dubey said the idea is to introduce immersive dining formats that reflect the growing curiosity and openness of Nagpur’s dining audience towards global culinary experiences.

Since opening in 2024, TOQUO has positioned itself as a modern Asian restaurant-bar focusing on chef-driven cuisine and craft cocktails inspired by Asian flavours and contemporary techniques.

The experience will be available from 1 June 2026 at TOQUO, Nagpur.