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9^th June, 2025, Bengaluru: Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has announced the names of the recipients of the Institute’s Distinguished Alumni Awards for 2025. The four alumni who are the recipients of the DAA this year are Sandhya Shekhar, Prashant Jain, Mathew Cyriac, and Vineet Saraiwala. This year, the awards will be presented on 15 June, during the reorientation of the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) and Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (PGPBA).

Sandhya Shekhar, PGP 1984, is an Advisor and Strategy Consultant to several corporate entities in the areas of Business Strategy and Digital Transformation. She serves as an Independent Director on the governing boards of Uno Minda Ltd., MI Torica, Mynda Onkyo, MITIL Polymer Pvt Ltd. and UCAL Ltd.

Prashant Jain, PGP 1991, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of 3P Investment Managers, has previously served as Chief Investment Officer at HDFC Mutual Fund. Across 31 years of investment management experience, Prashant holds the distinction of being the only fund manager in India and one of the few globally, to have continuously managed a scheme for over 28 years (HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund), and the first fund manager in India to have managed 1 lac crore of equity funds.

Mathew Cyriac, PGP 1994, is the Executive Chairman of the PE firm Florintree Advisors and Co-founder at deep tech fund Yali Capital. He earlier served as a founding member and PE Co-head of Blackstone India. He has been recognized for many firsts in his 30-year career spanning investing roles in India and the US.

Vineet Saraiwala, PGP 2015, Founder and CEO of Atypical Advantage, has significantly influenced corporate India’s approach towards disability inclusion as a business imperative. In 2024, Atypical Advantage received both the National Startup Award for Social Impact and the National Award for Best Placement Organisation presented by the President of India.

Instituted in 2007, the Distinguished Alumni Awards are presented to alumni in recognition of their achievements of exceptional merit and excellence in their chosen field of endeavor – be it industry, management, entrepreneurship, research, academia, or social service. Each awardee receives a citation and her/his name is engraved on the Wall of Fame in the Institute.

The reorientation for the second-year students as a preparatory engagement will include a series of faculty-led workshops focused on academic and professional recalibration for the final year.

The closing ceremony of the reorientation will feature PGP ’94 alumnus Ganeshan Ramachandran, MD & Lead – Industry Groups, Accenture; and Raghu Polisetty, Senior Managing Director, Global Lead – Strategy & Consulting Global Network, Accenture, as Chief Guests.

Orientation for the incoming cohorts on 9 June

IIMB will host the orientation for the incoming cohort of its two-year fulltime MBA programmes, PGP and PGPBA, 2025-2027 batch, on 9 June 2025. Ronnie Screwvala, Chairperson and Co-Founder, Entrepreneur & Film Producer, will deliver the Chief Guest’s address during the inauguration ceremony, which will be held at the Open-Air-Theatre (OAT) at the IIMB campus.

Commencing 9 June, the orientation will provide briefings on programme expectations, online learning, administrative matters, activities, centres, committees, facilities, policies, and more. Interactions with alumni groups have also been scheduled.

The programme will feature announcements of the Director’s Merit List, the Director’s Honours List, and key scholarship awards. The President of the Students’ Affairs Council (SAC), Revanth Reddy, will address the gathering on student life at IIMB, followed by a cultural program to mark the conclusion of the ceremony.

Mumbai, 9 June 2025: Calling all young Indian engineers, here’s your chance to compete for a coveted spot at UMA Bootcamp 2025, an international motorsport training program held in Madrid, Spain.

Aspiring candidates enter the selection process by submitting a video and application form along with a one-time participation fee of INR 15,000 plus GST. From all applicants, only the best 30 will be awarded fully sponsored seats to attend this intensive 18-day Bootcamp, gaining exclusive hands-on experience with Porsche GT3 Cup cars, real-time race exposure, and mentorship from world-class motorsport professionals.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity
The 30 selected participants will train in authentic race environments and engage directly with Porsche GT3 Cup cars. The top 5 performers will secure internships with Spain’s premier RGB Racing Team, participating in prestigious events such as the Porsche Sprint Cup Ibérica, the 6 Hours of Abu Dhabi, or the 24 Hours of Dubai.

“Motorsport is where passion meets precision. UMA Bootcamp is not just a course, it’s a gateway into the world’s most demanding and rewarding sport. We are opening our pit lanes and world-class facilities to Indian talent ready to prove themselves on the global grid,” said Roberto Gómez Bueno, 3-time Le Mans winner and Team Principal of RGB Racing Team.

“This is the kind of opportunity I wished for early in my career, and I look forward to mentoring the next generation of race engineers and data specialists,” added Omkar Rane, Founder of United Motorsports Academy and D&O Motorsports.

Learn from F1 & Le Mans Experts
Participants will acquire industry-ready skills in vehicle dynamics, data acquisition, race strategy, and motorsport operations under the guidance of experts with Formula 1 and Le Mans experience.

While all 30 selected candidates will receive immersive, hands-on training, only the top performers will earn international internship placements that pave the way for global career opportunities.

Applicants who do not make the final cut will still gain access to UMA’s community, exclusive masterclasses, and continuous mentorship to support their long-term ambitions in motorsport engineering.

“Our mission is clear: to elevate India’s engineering talent onto the world motorsport stage. UMA Bootcamp is designed for those dreaming of World Endurance Championship, Le Mans, and beyond. We ensure that financial barriers do not limit passionate talent,” said Omkar Rane.

Applications Are Now Open

• 30 sponsored seats available
• Applicants must submit a video and online application, accompanied by a one-time participation fee of INR 15,000 plus GST
• Selection is competitive and based on merit and passion
• The registration fee unlocks access to 3 live sessions with experts from RGB Racing

Who Should Apply?

• Engineering students, graduates, or professionals in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Motorsport disciplines
• Aged 18–35 years
• Passionate about motorsport, data, design, and the science of racing

Nominate Someone Deserving
Know a driven young engineer with raw talent and a passion for motorsport? Nominate them now for this all-expenses-paid career accelerator.

KEY DATES

• Bootcamp Dates: August 20 – September 6, 2025
• Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Manipal, 9 June 2025: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, organized PANORAMA 2025, an exclusive in-person immersion event for its online degree and certificate learners. PANORAMA 2025 was held on May 31, 2025, at the Manipal campus, bringing nearly 200 learners from across the country together in an engaging, full-day event. Learners were registered in a variety of courses, including MBA, MCA, MSc in Data Science, MSc in Business Analytics, PGCP in Logistics & Supply Chain, and PGCP in Business Analytics.

The event provided learners with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet face-to-face with their faculty and fellow learners. It enabled the learners to connect with the MAHE community and to develop significant professional and academic relationships.  The day was organized with a thoughtfully curated mix of academic interactions, cultural performances, as well as opportunities to explore and experience the campus.

PANORAMA 2025 was graced by the Chief Guest, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.)  Vice Chancellor, MAHE, Manipal; Guest of Honour, Dr. Rohini Srivathsa, Chief Technology Officer, Microsoft India & South Asia; Dr. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE; Dr. Manojkumar Nagasampige, Director, Directorate of Online Education, MAHE; and Mr. Ambrish Sinha, CEO, UNext Learning Pvt. Ltd.

Addressing the gathering, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.), Vice Chancellor, MAHE, said, “We are really honoured to welcome you all. You are a part of 10,000+ online learners and 50,000+ on-campus learners in Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) overseas and within the country. We appreciate the choice of selecting MAHE for your upskilling, reskilling, and advancement of your academic qualification.”

Dr. Manojkumar Nagasampige, Director, Directorate of Online Education, MAHE, welcomed the learners, stating, “Panorama 2025 is meant to be an enriching experience through thought-provoking discussions, engagement, cultural acts, and more meaningful interaction with fellow human beings. We hope that when you leave here today, you will not only take away knowledge and memories, but a renewed sense of belonging to the MAHE community.”

Dr. Rohini Srivathsa, Chief Technology Officer, Microsoft India & South Asia, reflecting on the future of learning, remarked, “Today is just the beginning of a lifelong journey in many ways. The online medium opens the ‘Panorama’ in a limitless way. What today’s technologies and the online world provide is without limits. The access to information, knowledge, and insights is forever. The only limitation is your curiosity.”

Dr. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE, advised the online learners, “Do not focus on missing out on the campus life; instead, focus on what you get to gain and make the best out of whatever is available to you. As you progress, don’t forget to network and connect with people as you move along career paths and when you graduate, effort and time permitting, help those who need your help. Be the light.”

Mr. Ambrish Sinha, CEO, UNext Learning Pvt. Ltd, emphasized the future of education in the age of AI, stating, “UNext Learning is incredibly excited to be a part of your online journey. With the world changing so fast and the emergence of AI, education is going to be one of the biggest beneficiaries, particularly online learning! AI tutors and personalization of learning are the future. We, at MAHE and UNext Learning, aspire to make this future possible for you.”

A highlight of the event was the MAHE Online Alumni Portal launch, unveiled by Dr. Rohini Srivathsa, which will create opportunities for ongoing professional connection and community-building for MAHE’s online learners long after they have graduated.

The event also featured a panel discussion on “AI in Education: Reimagining Teaching, Learning, and Leadership,” moderated by Dr. Manojkumar Nagasampige. The esteemed panel included Lt. Gen. (VSM) (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, Dr. Rohini Srivathsa, Dr. Ganesh Paramasivam (KMC), Prof. Sudarsan N S Acharya (Manipal School of Information Sciences), and Mr. Ambrish Sinha.

Learners actively engaged with faculty in post-panel discussions, gaining valuable insights into their academic progress and future prospects. The day concluded with vibrant cultural performances and a guided campus tour, leaving learners with a renewed sense of connection and purpose.

Participants expressed heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity to experience MAHE’s campus life firsthand, build new relationships, and deepen their affiliation with the institution.

New Delhi, 9th June 2025 – Venkateshwar International School (VIS), Sector 10, Dwarka, announced the launch of a Summer Internship Programme-VISion X – Xposure Xperience Xtrapowerment. The initiative has been designed to integrate academic learning with practical experience for students of class XI and XII. The programme witnessed an active participation of over 133 students during the summer break, helping them gain exposure to structured and established workplaces.

As part of the eligibility criteria, students could choose internships that aligned with their academic stream and subject interests. This opened the gateway for exposure to different fields such as psychology, accountancy, community services, financial engagement, media & public relations, biology, law and art & design.

The students will be given an opportunity to work in various well-regarded organisations including Fortis Hospital, Money Tree Partners, Edu TV and many more. Throughout this internship, students will develop essential workplace skills, and gain insights into the professional environment, and the benefits of mentorship that support early career exploration.

With the conclusion of VISion X, interns will receive a certificate acknowledging their participation and learning. This experience will offer a long-term value by enhancing each student’s academic and personal growth.

Dr Manisha Sharma, Principal of Venkateshwar International School, remarked, “It is imperative that education prepares students not only for examinations but also for the real-world. This internship programme enables our students to explore their interests, build skills, and make more informed choices about their futures. We believe that such early exposure to professional environments fosters confidence, adaptability and a stronger sense of purpose, qualities that are essential for success in any field.”

Navi Mumbai, 7 June 2025 – Optometry students at ITM’s Institute of Health Sciences (IHS) participated in an insightful and interactive dispensing workshop conducted by Shamir Lens, a global leader in innovative lens technologies. The students benefited from hands-on experience in modern dispensing techniques and technologies that integrate the theory with practice.

Topics addressed in the workshop included important component aspects of dispensing such as lens selection, lens fitting, and lens adjustments. Shamir’s exhibition team introduced their latest lens designs and tints; thus, students received a balanced, thorough review of the wide range of choices for lenses in today’s optical market.

One of the key highlights of the session was a live demonstration of Spark 4, Shamir’s state-of-the-art digital measurement tool. Students had the opportunity to witness how eye care professionals use this high-tech tool to fit lenses with great precision and speed, a skill that’s becoming more and more crucial in today’s optometry field.

“It was a highly productive and engaging session for our students,” said Dr. Sankalp Rao, Director at ITM IHS. “Workshops like these not only enhance practical learning but also expose students to the latest industry innovations, preparing them to deliver high-quality eye care in the future.”

This partnership of ITM Institute of Health Sciences (Institute) with Shamir Lens demonstrates the institute’s dedication to industry exposure in its academic program and ensuring its students leave with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter the world of optometry.

Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) is a pioneering institution offering higher education with an emphasis on liberal hospitality education and interdisciplinary learning, tailored to meet the demands of today’s dynamic workforce and tomorrow’s global businesses. ISH is part of Sommet Education’s international network, with 18 campuses in eight countries.

Located in Gurugram (Delhi NCR), ISH offers international degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs in Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Their culinary program is offered in partnership with the global École Ducasse brand, while their hospitality management program is in alliance with Les Roches, one of the world’s leading hospitality business schools. 

The École Ducasse campus at ISH is recognised as India’s international hub for culinary arts education. Every year, it attracts some of the most talented and capable students from the region to its culinary programs. 

The curriculum at École Ducasse combines culinary excellence with essential business skills, preparing students to become successful culinary entrepreneurs and professionals. A significant part of the programs emphasises hands-on experience and life skills development. 

Students also have the chance to intern with leading global hospitality and food & beverage brands, enabling them to have successful culinary careers after graduation.

For more information, please visit our website at www.ish.edu.in

Program Overview 

The BBA/BBA (Hons) in Hospitality Management at ISH delivers comprehensive education that combines the fundamentals of hospitality and business via an interdisciplinary approach. This extensive program focuses on the cultivation of critical skills such as leadership, ethical decision-making, and emotional intelligence, all essential for thriving in the dynamic hospitality sector.

Graduates of this program garner a 360-degree knowledge of the hospitality sector’s intricacies and are trained to offer unparalleled customer service.

The curriculum is rooted in a liberal education framework and fosters creative thinking, ethical leadership, and adaptability. Students are motivated to address problems with a lateral mindset, empowering them to manage diverse challenges in hospitality settings.

Global Articulation Pathway to Les Roches

Our association with the globally acclaimed Les Roches allows students to articulate to a Les Roches campus either in the second year or in the final year, following which they will be awarded an international bachelor’s degree in Global Hospitality Management from Les Roches.

Final-year specialisations available in India include Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Finance, and General Management.

Program Advantages

A BBA/BBA (Hons) in Hospitality Management will evolve students into highly skilled and flexible professionals of the future, empowered to thrive in diverse industry sectors.

Students will develop business intelligence, an entrepreneurial outlook, and soft skills that are essential for success in every industry. They will graduate with critical human skills such as critical thinking, analysis, and creative problem-solving, and will carry the ISH values of cultural awareness along with a strong sense of responsible leadership, integrity, and sustainability.

Admission Requirements

• 50% marks in 12th standard with English as one of the subjects 
• For International Baccalaureate students, a diploma is the minimum requirement
• For Cambridge University students (GCE/IGCSE/GCSE examinations of the approved British Examination Bodies), ‘A’ Level certificate is the minimum requirement with 5 (Five) subjects in A, B, C Grades including English at Ordinary (‘O’) Level and 2/3 (Two/Three) subjects at Advanced Level.
• Candidates in their 12th standard or equivalent class can also apply, provided they would be completing their final examination before 30th May and can provide their 12th passing certificate / mark sheet before 31st August.

Job & Career Opportunities

Students of hospitality management can go on to carve a distinctive reputation in various fields such as:

1. Travel and tourism
2. Health & wellness
3. Luxury retail
4. Aviation
5. Banking & private equity
6. Hospitality consultancy
7. Real estate
8. Event planning & venue management
9. Entertainment & recreation

Duration

A 4-year academic programme culminates in a BBA/BBA (Hons) in Hospitality Management Degree granted by Gurugram University (GU), augmented by an international certificate via an academic association with Les Roches. 

Learning Institution

ISH Gurugram Campus, with articulation to Les Roches campus in Switzerland or Spain

Teaching Language

English

Fee Structure 

Composite Fee: INR 8,40,324

Indicative student accommodation and meal: INR 3,05,000

Important Dates 

Application Open: May 10, 2025

Last date of application: June 20, 2025

Batch launch: July 07, 2025

Bengaluru, India, 6^th June 2025: Narayana College of Health Sciences, the educational institution run under Narayana Hrudayalaya Foundations (Trust), today launched its new logo to align with Narayana Health. The logo launch is aligned with the time (June) when the Trust was founded. The new logo was inaugurated by Dr Shetty and Ameya Shetty.

Narayana Hrudayalaya Foundations (NHF) was formed with a vision to cultivate a diverse community of healthcare workers who set the highest standards of patient care, no matter where they go. NHF Group of Colleges provide diploma, graduate, and post-graduate programs in Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Allied Sciences. The trust has come a very long way from its first batch of nursing students in 2001. Now, it operates three institutes with an annual intake of 450-500 trainees.

Trainees receive firsthand clinical exposure in world-class hospitals and are trained by renowned doctors from India and abroad. The faculty brings varied experiences and are the best in their fields. Trainees get a high-class teaching environment, adaptive to a changing environment. They work in tandem with highly trained healthcare professionals and sophisticated equipment. Key differentiator is exposure to advanced clinical facilities, laboratories, a modern reference library, established clinical research facilities, and a canteen.

Trainees are also trained in soft skills with enhanced training on communication skills. An in-house IELTS training for select students for placements. It facilitates placements as well as career guidance workshops/seminars to explore opportunities in other streams, with regular coaching to prepare for interviews/jobs.

The following institutes will now bear the new logo:

•   Narayana Hrudayalaya College of Nursing, Bangalore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya School of Nursing, Bangalore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute of Para Medical Sciences, Bangalore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute of Physiotherapy, Bangalore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya Foundations (NHF) College of Nursing, Mysore
•   Narayana Hrudayalaya Foundations (NHF) Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Mysore

Headquartered in Bengaluru, NHF derives its name from its parent, Narayana Health, which has a network of hospitals that strive to provide affordable, world-class healthcare to all.

Dubai, UAE – 05 June 2025 — Dubai is rapidly solidifying its position as a premier global hub for higher education, underpinned by strong growth in student enrolment and a significant increase in the inflow of international students.

These insights were highlighted during an exclusive, high-level briefing, hosted by L.E.K. Consulting’s Global Education Practice in Dubai, which convened senior stakeholders, policymakers, and higher education leaders to discuss Dubai’s accelerating transformation into a world-class higher education destination. The event featured key perspectives from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

According to L.E.K. Consulting’s research and analysis, Dubai presents ‘one of the most compelling growth markets globally for higher education,’ driven by key factors, including a growing high school student base, increasing demand for transnational education, the presence of globally recognised university brands, student-friendly infrastructure, and strong post-study employment pathways.

Latest figures from the KHDA highlight this strong growth momentum across the sector. More than 42,000 students are now enrolled across 41 private higher education institutions in the emirate that are licensed and regulated by the KHDA — with a ~20% increase in overall student enrolment in the 2024-25 academic year.

International student enrolment has surged by 29% compared to the previous year, now representing 35% of total enrolments in Dubai’s higher education institutions, which are licensed by the KHDA. Meanwhile, Emirati participation in international universities has also grown by 22%, underscoring Dubai’s dual appeal to both domestic and global learners. Four new international institutions opened in the current academic year alone.

The strong growth supports KHDA’s Education 33 strategy, and specifically its City of Students initiative, which aims to raise international student enrolment to 50% by 2033, transforming Dubai into a world-leading destination for quality higher education.

“Dubai’s continued growth as a global hub for higher education is testament to our leadership’s vision and the ambitious goals of the Dubai Plan 33 and its social and economic agendas and driven by our Education 33 strategy,” said Dr. Wafi Dawood, CEO of the Strategic Development Sector at the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. “We are creating new opportunities for transnational education, strengthening Dubai’s position as a city where learners, educators, and institutions from around the world can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Through E33, we are building a future where Dubai is not only a destination for quality education, but a centre of knowledge, innovation, and opportunity.”

As the demand for transnational education, upskilling, and reskilling intensifies, Dubai’s blend of strategic policy, global connectivity, and education quality continues to position it as a top-tier alternative to traditional study destinations.

“With a growing pool of graduates from our wonderful array of international schools in the city, Dubai presents a significant opportunity for international universities to meet the evolving needs of both local and international students,” said Ashwin Assomull, Partner and Head of the Global Education Practice at L.E.K. Consulting. “Amid increasing regulatory restrictions in traditional anglophone markets, Dubai’s world-class higher education infrastructure, global connectivity, favourable cost structure, and reputation for safety present unparalleled opportunities for students, operators, and investors to capitalise on this transformative growth.”

India-wide release, 04th June 2025: Through the years, Indian classrooms have remained largely unchanged: rows of desks, chalk on blackboards and a fixation on grades. If education is meant to shape the future, then why is it still stuck in the past? Enter (QWR) Question What’s Real, a deep-tech XR hardware manufacturing start-up that is reimaging learning entirely.

The homegrown brand is bridging the gap between today’s conventional learning methods and tomorrow’s real world with Extended Reality (XR). While VR, AR, and XR have been gradually transforming teaching and learning, QWR represents a full-blown disruption in the space. Its revolutionary VRone.Edu headsets have the NCERT curriculum for K-12 in immersive, interactive modules, thereby opening windows to a world students could once only imagine.

Most tech revolutions begin in metros. But QWR flipped that. With a focus on Tier 2, Tier 3 and even remote geographies like Kohima (Nagaland), the company has brought VR-based learning to thousands of classrooms, impacting over 2,00,000+ students across 19 states. They started where access was limited – government schools, especially Kendriya Vidayalayas, and underserved districts, alongside private schools – proving that learning isn’t a luxury but a necessity. From Mumbai, Delhi and Jaipur to Patna, Ranchi, Dehradun and Raipur, QWR is ensuring that no student is left behind.

“We believe curiosity begins with the five senses that connect us to the world, often leading to great ideas, thinking, feeling and learning. We’re not just selling headsets but redefining teaching-learning experiences to connect theoretical knowledge and practical understanding. Students shouldn’t just stress over getting good grades, but focus on the bigger picture – learning. And our VRone headsets empower kids to learn with all five of their senses, and not just their notebooks,” says Suraj Aiar, the founder of QWR.

This isn’t a gimmick. QWR’s headsets have classroom-ready, curriculum-approved modules that explain complex, abstract concepts in ways textbooks can’t. A student is not just reading about the human heart but stepping into it, exploring a holographic model, witnessing blood flow, and truly understanding the mechanics of life. Textbooks describe it. VR lets them experience it.

Further, QWR aligns with key initiatives like NEP 2022, Samagra Shiksha Yojana, and SDG-4 by making AR/VR education accessible, affordable, and scalable, ensuring quality, contextual relevance and tech-enabled learning through active participation.

Why does it matter? 

Today’s students are growing up as digital natives, constantly engaged in video chats and texts through their smartphones. Despite this reality, only 10% of Indian schools have integrated digital learning tools into everyday teaching. Students are spending over 200 days a year in classrooms built for a different era, tested on memorisation, not understanding.

QWR answers this disconnect by making learning feel real. Through multiple partners, the brand has created VR modules that span several subjects taught from Kindergarten to XII grade. It also aims to build modules for fields that desperately require practical experience and not just rote learning – engineering, medicine, mechanics, and architecture.

“There are many players in VR, but when it comes to education, we’ve cracked the code. Governments and private institutions try, test and trust our solutions. Due to this, all solution partners sell their content on our devices,” adds Suraj.

What’s Next?

In a world where reality is often out of reach, whether due to time, cost, or geography, QWR ensures that students can still experience it. The result? A generation that doesn’t just memorise for marks but understands for life.

With plans to revolutionise learning in avenues like defence, upskilling blue-collar labour, and higher education, QWR aims to empower India’s human capital in an ever-changing world, where new-age tech like AI, VR XR, and robotics, amongst others, has penetrated every aspect of our daily lives. The brand isn’t waiting for change – it is driving it. The brand has also launched QWR ISV Program – India’s biggest XR Developer Grant initiative to empower developers to build directly for QWR’s hardware, enriching India’s XR landscape and removing entry barriers.

Noida, 4th June, 2025: InspirEd, the annual flagship teacher training and capacity-building programme of Cambridge Schools, took on a transformative new direction this year. In alignment with World Environment Day on June 5, the summit connected education with action, demonstrating a clear, measurable commitment to sustainability. Held over 12 days, with more than 500 educators from five Cambridge branches and workshops led by top industry experts from across India, the programme focused on a wide range of vital themes. 

The programme addressed a broad spectrum of essential themes—from innovative pedagogy, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and NEP implementation to art-based learning, mental well-being, and digital literacy. Some of the resource persons were Prof. Rohit Dhankar (Educationist and Founder-Secretary, Digantar; former Professor, Azim Premji University), Prof. Nandita Narain (Head, Dept of Mathematics at St.Stephen’s College, Delhi University), Kapil Pandey (President, Kutumb Foundation, Children’s writer, poet, and drama-in-education practitioner), CA (Dr.) G.S. Grewal (Chartered Accountant and renowned author of T.S. Grewal’s Accountancy textbooks), Beeba Sobti (Historian, writer, and heritage educator focused on Delhi’s cultural legacy), Samina Mishra (Documentary filmmaker, children’s author, and educator), Sayoni Basu ( Children’s publisher and co-founder of Duckbill Books; Consulting Editor, Penguin India) among many others.

“We meet every year in the second fortnight of May to renew ourselves, gain fresh perspective on the challenges in school education and discover what has changed and maybe what remains and what needs to be reaffirmed “, said Vikram Roy, President, Society for the Advancement of Education. 

Remarkably, the entire event at Cambridge School Noida was hosted without using a single disposable item — not even tissue paper. In contrast, last year’s edition generated thousands of single-use items, including paper plates, cups, tetrapaks, and tissues. This year: zero. Refreshments were served in reusable steel crockery, washed using just 90 buckets of water over the period of 12 days, the majority of which came from RO machine wastewater — later repurposed for gardening. Avoiding single-use disposables helped save nearly 13,000 litres of water. All waste was carefully segregated into dry and wet categories. Some dry waste was repurposed by the housekeeping staff as storage containers, while about 140 kgs of wet waste was composted in-house. Most participants brought their own water bottles, reducing the load on the washing team, and carpooling and school bus arrangements helped minimize carbon emissions and streamline transportation. 

“This wasn’t just a logistical choice — it was a deliberate commitment,” said Surabhi Bhargav, Principal, Cambridge School Noida. “We proved that with a bit of intent and a lot of teamwork, sustainability can be seamlessly integrated into even large-scale institutional events.”

Cambridge Schools now offer a compelling blueprint for how institutions can lead not only in academic excellence but also in environmental responsibility. InspirED 2025 wasn’t just a professional development programme — it delivered a real-world lesson that sustainability is not a buzzword, but a responsibility.