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HLM Group of Institutions successfully conducted its Scholarship SCAT Aptitude Test on 8th May 2023, which witnessed the participation of more than 1300 students. The aptitude test was aimed at assessing the school-level knowledge and IQ of the students and rewarding them based on their merit and performance in the exam.

The test was open to students from all streams, Science, Arts, Commerce & Technology, who had passed their 12th standard board exams. The test was conducted to provide scholarship benefits to merit students to ensure that financial restrictions did not hinder students’ chances of creating a better future for themselves.

Tanvi Miglani, COO of HLM Group of Institutions, said, “The HLM SCAT Aptitude Test was conducted to recognise and reward students’ academic excellence and to provide financial aid to top students for further education. The first 100 toppers will get up to 100% scholarship, and the next batch of 100 best-scorers will get up to 50% scholarship, whichever stream they choose.”

The Scholarship SCAT Aptitude Test consisted of multiple-choice questions on different subjects, and the students had the opportunity to assess their preparation levels for the upcoming career programs with scholarships in the HLM.

The scholarship program benefits will be given to 200 intermediate young scholars based on a set of criteria such as academic merit, diversity and inclusion, and financial need. The HLM SCAT Aptitude Test has been created with the intent to reward students’ academic achievement in accordance with their upcoming educational progression.

Students of The Class of One (TCO1), India’s leading online-only school, celebrated World Laughter Day in the school with great zeal and a series of activities. The celebration was held in two sections for the students of different grades. ‘Hasya Kavi Sammelan’ was the first event held by and for the students of classes 3-5. While the second event for Nursery to 2 grade was ‘Hasna aur Hasna League’.

The poetry competition comprised the presentation of satirical comedy by students through Hindi poems. Their humour, powerful expressions and intonation in recitation added more effects to the activity, compelling the audience to burst into laughter. Simultaneously, the students of junior grade, in the second event, enjoyed watching comedy movies by popular comics, including Mr. Bean and Sir Charlie Chaplin. Programs like laughter breathing, milkshake laughter exercises, etc., were also held for their joy. They also presented jokes and riddles for added fun and entertainment.

Ms. Divya Jain, Director, The Class of One, said, “Laughter is the best therapy, and as the great actor Charlie Chaplin said, ‘a day without laughter is a day wasted’. Hence, we decided to dedicate a day at our school to the mental well-being and heinous by organising multiple events and competitions for our students. It was only because of the tireless efforts of our teachers and the enthusiastic participation of students that we witnessed such a wonderful celebration at our school. It was an immense pleasure to witness the happiness on the faces of our tiny tots.”

Kochi, May 10, 2023: Cambridge University Press and Assessment recently conducted a series of OET roadshows across Kerala in Kochi and Kottayam. The workshops focused on Advanced OET Teaching Strategies and specifically empowering healthcare professionals to prepare for the OET test. The face-to-face intensive workshop provided tailored help to healthcare professionals, skills-specific insights, and an introduction to Cambridge resources for OET preparation.

The first two workshops were held on Wednesday, 3rd May 2023 and 5th May at Apollo Dimora Thampanoor in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) and Holiday Inn Cochin respectively. The final workshop is scheduled for Saturday in Trivandrum for 6th May 2023, at Hotel Aida in Kottayam. The workshop will run from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and include a lunch break at 1:15 p.m.

The roadshows centered around teaching strategies for Advanced OET (Occupational English Test), with the aim of empowering healthcare professionals to improve their English language proficiency for working in English-speaking nations. The workshop featured intensive in-person sessions on OET teaching strategies, customized support for healthcare professionals who are getting ready for the OET, and targeted guidance on specific skills, as well as an overview of Cambridge resources for OET.

Arun Rajamani, MD, South Asia, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, said, “We are delighted to host the OET Roadshows in Kerala and offer healthcare professionals the opportunity to enhance their English language proficiency for working in English-speaking countries. At CUP&A, we are committed to providing high-quality resources and tailored support to help healthcare professionals prepare for the OET. We look forward to empowering healthcare professionals with the tools they need to succeed in their careers and make a positive impact on patient care.”

OET is designed to meet the specific English language needs of the healthcare sector and has been developed for twelve healthcare professions, including Dentistry, Occupational Therapy, Podiatry, Medicine, Pharmacy, Speech Pathology, Dietetics, Optometry, Radiography, Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Veterinary Science.

To support the delivery of Upskill for Healthcare as well as to use the range of learning resources for healthcare, Cambridge is offering a series of Teacher Training programs across India. Interested preparation centres in Kochi, Kottayam, and Trivandrum can register their Trainers with Cambridge to avail of this free support.

Since 2013, OET has been owned by Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment, a venture between Cambridge University Press and Assessment and Boxhill Institute. Cambridge University Press & Assessment has announced a series of support products to enable success for test takers from India. OET supports global mobility to the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, and has recently been added to the list of recognized English tests for immigration to the USA. The opening of OET centres in Kochi, Kottayam, and Trivandrum is a significant milestone for healthcare professionals in Kerala, allowing them to assess their English language skills and pursue their dreams of working in an English-speaking environment.

PFH German, University is pleased to announce a 15% discount on MBA admissions for WS students who are seeking admission for the academic year 2023. The offer is valid for MBA candidates only, and interested students must apply before the deadline to avail of the discount.

The MBA program at PFH University is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the business world. The program is led by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields, and the curriculum is constantly updated to reflect the latest trends and practices in the industry.

With this offer, PFH University’s aim is to make the MBA program more accessible to WS students who are passionate about pursuing a career in business. The 15% discount on admission fees will help ease the financial burden on students and allow them to focus on their studies and career goals.

Applicants seeking admission are required to fill out an online application form available at www.pfhindia.com The submission of the application form can be done online.

The prerequisites for admission are, First-Class bachelor’s degree, Fluent communication skills, Command over technical knowledge, and Eagerness to have a global career. GRE, GMAT, etc. are not required. University will conduct tests and interviews based on the student’s profile. Once the application is processed and accepted, the discount will be automatically applied to the admission fees.

Deadline: 15th June 2023

The prowess and talent of Shaan as a singer need no introduction, but as he steps foot into the acting world with his debut with filmmaker Paparao Biyyala’s upcoming musical ‘Music School’ the singer-turned-actor expresses his gratitude.

Recently the trailer of Music School was unveiled in Mumbai which not only offered insights into the musical adventure that unfolds in the film but also piqued our interest with the glimpses of Shaan on screen.

While the actor has faced the camera earlier for his unforgettable music videos and multiple cameos over the years, Music School marks his first film as an actor playing a pivotal character.

Expressing his delight and gratitude, Shaan says, “When I first began working on a song for Music School, I had no idea I would end up starring in it as well. It so happened that when I was recording the song, the director of the film Paparao Biyyala felt I would be the perfect match for the character they were looking at and proposed the idea to cast me. I had an idea of the story as I was recording the song, but when Paparao sir narrated the script I was instantly on board. It was an extremely beautiful journey shooting for the film, we majorly shot in Goa and it added to the beauty and lively experience. I am extremely thankful to Paparao sir for giving me this opportunity and making me a part of his passion project.”

Director Paparao Biyyala shares, “We were looking for a flamboyant, energetic and lively person for the character but had no luck in finding the perfect match. I then saw Shaan recording one of the songs from the film, he was so excited and happy, he was literally dancing while recording and I immediately felt we found our guy. Shaan is not just a brilliant singer but also an effortless actor and most importantly a wonderful person. His positive aura and charming attitude convinced me to cast him in Music School.”

Shaan has recorded an original song in the film that is set to be released this week and he plays a pivotal role in the film which also stars Shriya Saran, and Sharman Joshi as the lead along with an ensemble cast comprising of respected and experienced senior actors as well as a bunch of talented newcomers as child artists.

Music School is a musical narration of the sensitive and prevailing concern of academic pressure subjected to young students by society, parents, and teachers. Of eleven songs in the film, three of them have been recreated from The Sound of Music, situationally woven beautifully in the film to suit the sensibilities of the Indian audience.

Directed and produced by IAS officer turned filmmaker Paparao Biyyala, the musical film employs an ace team of technicians.

The grandeur look of the film was captured by ace cinematographer Kiran Deohans. The cast includes Shriya Saran, Sharman Joshi and Prakash Raj in lead roles in addition to debutant Ozu Barua and Gracy Goswamy in critical roles. Other cast comprises of Benjamin Gilani, Suhasini Mulay, Mona Ambegaonkar, Leela Samson, Bugs Bhargava, Vinay Varma, Sreekanth Iyengar, Vaquar Sheikh, Phani and many other child actors.

Presented by Yamini Films, Hyderabad, this multi-lingual film is shot in Hindi and Telugu, and dubbed in Tamil. It is releasing on 12th May 2023 by PVR in Hindi – Tamil and Dil Raju in Telugu.

Ahmedabad, India, May 06, 2023 – EduFund, an India-based edu-fintech company, today announced that it has raised a Pre-Series A investment of $3.5M, led by global venture capital firm MassMutual Ventures (MMV). The start-up boasts of 70,000 successfully engaged parents on its platform. The round also saw participation from prominent investors DSP Investment Managers, Anchorage Capital Partners, and Kunal Shah.

Started in 2020 by founders Eela Dubey and Arindam Sengupta, the company offers a full stack solution dedicated to helping Indian parents plan, save and invest for their children’s future education. With education inflation hovering between 8-10% domestically, and over 4% in countries with high enrolment of Indian students, EduFund empowers parents to plan ahead and save across different asset classes to meet these rising costs over time. It also helps parents bridge financing needs by providing education loans and scholarships.

The app-based solution has partnered with leading Asset Management Companies (AMC) including Tata, DSP, UTI, ICICI, Aditya Birla and HDFC to offer investment products, and notable lenders such as ICICI Bank, HDFC Credila, IDFC, etc. to offer education loans. It also provides education counselling services to help prospective students understand their best-fit university.

“The demand for world class education in India is growing rapidly, and EduFund’s innovative approach to addressing the funding gap for higher education is very exciting. The founders’ asset management expertise and deep understanding of the market, coupled with the significance of education in Indian culture, makes the company a compelling investment opportunity. We are excited to partner with EduFund in their mission to make higher education accessible to all,” said Anvesh Ramineni, Managing Partner at MMV.

Co-Founders Dubey and Sengupta said: “Our goal at EduFund has always been to help parents start saving early and to provide solutions that will financially enable the aspirations they have for their children. Today, the entire education planning journey in India is very siloed. If a parent wants to save, they may visit a financial planner. If their child needs an education loan, they may approach a bank. We wanted to reduce these pain points, and bring the entire journey on to one platform so that parents can have a more seamless and centralized experience. With this new funding, we plan to accelerate our growth, create new solutions, and invest in technology.”

“Returns are a function of time (compounding). The luxury of time is available only to those investors who start early. Parents with young children have the advantage of having time on their side,” writes Managing Director and CEO of DSP Mutual Fund, Kalpen Parekh. He went on to mention that “this investment in EduFund is our way of encouraging two important objectives: real compounding and creating a corpus for our children’s education.”

Bengaluru: A 11-year-old Monisha studying in Grade 6 at Orchids The International School, Sahakarnagar branch, has won Gold and bronze medals at the Roller skating federation of India competition in Bengaluru recently. Among the 70 participants, Monisha bagged two gold medals at the district level in 1 lap road, 500 meters, and 1000 meters race, three gold medals at the state level in 1 lap road, 500 meters, and 1000 meter race, and two gold medals at the national level in 500 and 1000 meter race and one bronze medal in 1 lap road of the Roller skating federation of India competition (RSFI). Monisha’s skating journey began when she was three and a half years old. She has been participating in RSFI for the last three years and has bagged several medals.

The Principal of Orchids The International School, N Nancy Syntika, expressed her pride and admiration for Monisha’s achievements, stating, “We are extremely proud of Monisha and her accomplishments in skating. At our school, we encourage our students to pursue their passions and excel in all areas of their lives. Monisha’s hard work, talent, and perseverance are truly inspiring, and we look forward to seeing her achieve even greater heights in the future.”

Monisha’s achievements in skating are a source of inspiration and motivation for young students across the country. She has proven that anything is possible with dedication, passion, and hard work, and we wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

IIM Kashipur hosted its 10th Convocation for its flagship Two-Year MBA (batch of 2021- 2023), MBA Analytics, Executive MBA, and Doctoral students at the campus. The institute conferred a total of 353 students with degrees, including 9 Doctoral scholars and 344 MBA Graduates (260 Two-Year MBA students, 58 MBA (Analytics) students, and 26 Executive MBA students).

07 students were conferred with the Institute’s Medals for best Academic performance and 01 students with the best all-around performance medal by the Chief Guest. Apart from this, 13 MBA Students and 03 MBA (Analytics) Students received the Directors’ Merit List. Gold Medals recipients were Twarit Manglik, MBA Batch 2021-23; Saloni Singhal, MBA(Analytics) Batch 2021-23; Saurabh Dixit, EMBA Batch 2020-22; Silver Medals recipients were Abhikant Pratyush Singh, MBA Batch 2021-23, Bhawna Malhotra, MBA(Analytics) Batch 2021-23, Ashish Sharma, EMBA Batch 2020-22; while Tanishq Jaiswal, MBA Batch 2021-23 received the Bronze Medal. Gold Medal for Best All-Round Performance was conferred to Bhawna Malhotra, MBA(Analytics) Batch 2021-23.

The Convocation procession was presided by the Chief Guest of the Convocation – Mr. Mrugank P ranjape, MD and CEO of NCDEX E-Markets Limited; Shri Sandeep Singh, Chairman of the Board of Governors, IIM Kashipur; Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Director, IIM Kashipur along with the deans, faculties, other dignitaries and students.

Speaking while inspiring the students, Mr. Mrugank Paranjape, MD and CEO of NCDEX E-Markets Ltd said, “Today marks a momentous occasion for the graduating students as they embark on a new chapter in their lives. IIM Kashipur is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and its dedication to developing well-rounded individuals who possess the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment. I have no doubt that the graduating class will go on to achieve great success in their respective fields, and I wish them all the very best for their future endeavors. It is a pleasure to be a part of this special day and to celebrate the hard work and achievements of the students, faculty, and staff of IIM Kashipur.”

The second generation, IIM Kashipur’s journey of a decade has achieved many milestones. Established in 2011, the institute has registered a sevenfold growth in its two-year MBA admissions. Considering the industry demand, IIM Kashipur has started its MBA Analytics and Executive MBA programs which are providing analytically expert students to the new age commerce of the country. Sectors such as BFSI (122 students) and IT Analytics (36 students), e-Commerce, and Retail and Management Consultancy (68 students) are hiring management students from the IIM Kashipur campus. For the last five years, the same sectors were found keen for campus hiring.

Shri Sandeep Singh, Chairman of the Board of Governors, IIM Kashipur, said “I am proud to witness the transformation of these young minds into future leaders who are equipped with the necessary skills to take on the challenges of the corporate world. IIM Kashipur has always focused on providing holistic education to its students, and I am confident that the graduating batch will make a significant impact in their respective fields.” He further added, “We have deployed around INR 70 crore from the institute’s corpus fund for expanding campus infrastructure. This milestone reveals that the institute has become self-sustainable and this could be possible due to the collective efforts of all the stakeholders.”

Presenting the annual report of the institution, Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Director, IIM Kashipur, said, “I am delighted to witness the successful culmination of the 10th convocation ceremony of IIM Kashipur. Our graduating students have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and skills in the face of unprecedented challenges brought in the post COVID-19 era. As they embark on their professional journeys, I congratulate them on their achievements and wish them the very best in their future endeavors.”

He further added, “Known for producing high-quality research, IIM Kashipur’s faculties and scholars have published 77 research articles published for the nation’s growth.” Notably, the IIM Kashipur has secured 100% placements this year with the highest package of INR 37 LPA. The average CTC of the batch 2021-23 stands at INR 18.11 LPA with a year-on-year (YOY) growth of 19 %. The female placement ratio is increased by 18% in 2023 (91 female students) comparing the 2022 (77 Female Students) placements. About 150 companies participated in the placement cycle including the Royal Bank of Scotland, HSBC, Bloomberg, Tresvista, HDFC, ICICI Bank, EXL Analytics, EY, Gartner, TheMathCo, Nomura, HSBC, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Societe Generale, Invesco, Tata Capital and more. The key sectors such as IT & Analytics, BFSI, Retail, and E-Commerce sectors offered roles in Consulting, Finance, Marketing & Sales, Operations, Analytics, and HR to the students.

IIM Kashipur has also contributed to generating the entrepreneurship ecosystem in the Uttarakhand state by setting up an incubation center Foundation for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (FIED) and collaborating with the state government. The FIED has incubated nearly 140+ startups by helping them to raise funds and providing the scaling-up strategy. Some of IIM Kashipur’s FIED incubated startups are making success stories in the country. Bijak raised $34.1 million, LoopWorm raised $ 3.4 million and Greenpod Labs raised $0.54 million from external investors. PoultryMon, NKosh, InfiU Labs, and many more have also generated funds on merit and showing ways to other registered startups.

Mumbai01 May 2023 Funfirst Global Skillers Private Limited, in partnership with Tata Institute of Social Sciences, held successful alumni meet on April 23rd in Noida. The event was attended by over 180 participants, including ex-students of the B.Voc. program, corporates, and academia.

The B.Voc. Course is a unique program that has been refined over the years to build a career for students from economically weaker sections of the country. Students from rural areas of UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, MP & other states are supported to take accommodation in Noida and have 2 hours of sessions each day apart from On-the-Job-training at a related Industry Partner for practical knowledge. The program is supported by Funfirst’s partnerships with Lava International, Salcomp, Panasonic, and Intex.

Prof Madhushree Shekhar, Dean, the School of Vocational Education at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) said, “I am incredibly proud of the success of our B.Voc. alumni and their dedication to building their careers. Through our partnership with Funfirst Global Skillers and Knowledge Providers like Lava International, Salcomp, Panasonic, and Intex, we are able to provide unique opportunities to our students in B.Voc in Electronic Manufacturing Services, who come from economically weaker sections of the country. They are able to achieve their full potential through this programme.”

Apart from Madhushree Ma’am, Mr. Sanjeev Agarwal, Chief Manufacturing Officer at Lava International was the guest of honour. Other notable dignitaries were Mr. Shadan Ahmad, Senior Vertical Manager, TISS SVE, Dr. Pawan Kumar Chauhan (NIOS), Mr. Gaurav Sharma (Telecom Sector Skill Council), Col. Amit Mathur (BriskOlive), Mr. Parminder (Salcomp Manufacturing), Mr. Amardeep Yadav (Jubilant Foods), Mr. Sanjay Gupta (CFO, Mother Dairy) and the host Mr. Amit Gupta (Funfirst Global).

A total of 706 students have completed their three-year graduation program (B.Voc. in Electronic Manufacturing Services) from the Noida center till now. The students are given a monthly stipend which helps them sustain and even support their families. All the students are placed in varied industries, with 3% of them even starting their own businesses. The average placement salary of the batch which completed their B.Voc. in Dec’22 was Rs. 18,716/- pm. 33% of the alumni are already at a salary of more than Rs.25000/- pm, which is a lifestyle change, considering that all the students come from BPL families. The alumni are placed in more than 68 organizations, prominent amongst them, being Vivo, Oppo, Dixon, Flipkart (F1), Micromax, Lava, Bharti, DHL, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, Magic Bricks, Jubilant Foods, etc.

The ex-students had a great time meeting old friends and faculty apart from some informative sessions by the industry. Team Funfirst along with TISS is working on creating a cohesive Alumni for this program which can support the alumni in lateral opportunities, upskilling, international placements, and entrepreneurship.

Funfirst Global Skillers Private Limited is proud to have contributed to the success of so many students from economically weaker sections of the country. The B.Voc. Course is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a career in the manufacturing industry, and we hope to continue providing this opportunity for many more students in the future.

Mumbai, April 29, 2023: Shaurya Kabra, a 17-year-old bright youngster, has taken up the admirable initiative of launching his book, Ek Prayaas, at a very young age. Recently, he distributed his book at Raajyakeey Uchch Praathamik Vidyaalay Manda in Ajmer to create awareness about financial literacy among students. This is one of the many projects Shaurya has undertaken to promote financial literacy in India, and to date, he has distributed 65,000 books among children in various cities.

The book, originally written in English, has been translated into Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil, and distributed in schools in different states, such as Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. “Half of India’s rural population lacks financial knowledge, has limited access to information, and is unbanked. We recognized that financial inclusion would instill the habit of saving and investing, provide unbanked people with access to formal funding, and reduce their vulnerability to economic shocks,” says Shaurya. “Recognizing the importance of educating them from a young age, I decided to take the first step with my book. It uses simple language, story formats, fairy tales, interactive crossword puzzles, and activities to help rural and tribal populations understand and engage. Schools have added it to the curriculum.” further added by Shaurya.

Through this book, Shaurya attempts to share his financial knowledge and that of experts in the field. Shaurya has strong views on financial literacy and is a boy on a mission with immense “prayers” (efforts). The idea behind the book is to teach people about financial opportunities and increase their understanding of investments and how to grow their money.