PHYSICS

Physics Association Valedictory Function and Magazine Release. The Physics Department organized its Valedictory Function and Magazine Release Ceremony with great enthusiasm.  Dr. Sini, Head of the Physics Department, delivered the Presidential Address, highlighting the department’s progress, achievements, and the importance of academic excellence along with participation in various activities. The programme inauguration and the release of the department magazine were carried out by the Chief Guest, Dr. Laina , IQAC Coordinator from the Department of History. She officially released the department magazine titled “Luminara.” Following the release, she delivered an inspiring speech and shared valuable thoughts with the students. The Magazine [...]

The Department of Physics, Providence Women’s College (Autonomous), Kozhikode proudly hosted the Intercollegiate Fest SASTRA 2K26 on 10th February 2026, welcoming participants from various colleges across Kerala and providing a distinguished platform for scientific inquiry, creativity, and innovation.The Inauguration Ceremony was held at Carmel Hall at Dr. Sini, Head of the department of Physics, Dr. Sr. Ashmitha, Principal of Providence Women’s College delivered welcome and presidential address respectively. The inaugural speech was given by the chief guest Dr. Shareef M., Department of Nuclear Physics, NIT Calicut, emphasizing the importance of celebrating science and innovation. Felicitations were delivered by Abu Nadheem (Category [...]

Physics Association Inauguration: On January 23, 2026, the Department of Physics formally inaugurated its Association at Carmel Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Although the academic year had witnessed active engagement since its commencement, the ceremony—centred on the theme “A Century of Quantum Mechanics: Past, Present, and Beyond”—served as an official celebratory milestone for the department’s ongoing initiatives.The Chief Guest, Dr. Mini P. Balakrishnan, Retired Associate Professor of Providence Women’s College, officially inaugurated the Association. In her inaugural address, she reflected on the evolution of Physics and encouraged students to remain inquisitive learners. Fathima Neharin, Secretary of the Physics Department [...]

Urja, the energy club in collaboration with the departments of physics and chemistry, held a debate competition on January 19, 2026. The topic presented was "Phasing Out Fossil Fuels: An Imperative for India’s Energy Transition." The event was engaging, highlighting the immediate dangers of fossil fuels in India along with their associated threats, while also offering fresh perspectives on the issue. The competition was judged by Dr. Sini and Dr. Vidhya, with moderation provided by Mrs. Hasna. Group A, consisting of Fathima Asra and Vyshnavi, won first prize and received congratulations from the teachers.

As part of the 'Miss a Meal' programme, the Department of Physics visited 'Mahila Mandir', Kozhikode, on 23-12-2025. The students and staff handed over dress materials, stationery items, and a Christmas cake. The students performed various cultural programmes to entertain the residents there

On 9th December, 2025 the department of Physics organized a seminar on Energy Audit. The session was led by Mr. Pavitran, a former KSEB officer. During the morning session, the speaker explained in detail how an energy audit is conducted. He discussed the power consumption of various electrical appliances used in our daily life and highlighted the key factors and guided students on the career path of becoming an energy auditor. To make the session more practical and relatable, he demonstrated real KSEB electricity bills of different institutions and explained how energy charges are calculated. The afternoon session included a hands-on [...]

Department of physics, Providence women's college conducted three day workshop titled "Three Days Under the Stars: An Astronomy Skill Workshop" skill  on 14,15,17 th November 2025 . Dr.Nijo Varghese, Assistant Professor of Physics in Sacred Heart College, handled the session.  Session covered a wide range of topics, including the fundamentals of observational astronomy, astro-imaging and image processing, as well as the construction of a refractor telescope. Participants also learned to use the telescope for solar observation and to study sunspots. The workshop strengthened the participant's understanding of practical astronomy and provided a hands on experience. Also it inspired a lifelong [...]