Category education

Mumbai,  Dec 23: Target Learning Ventures Pvt. Ltd., a leading publishing house and trusted provider of educational resources, recently hosted a highly engaging webinar featuring Mrs. Spruha Suresh Indu, a senior teacher from Chembur Education Society, Chembur, Mumbai recognized by NCERT. The webinar focused on using Indian traditional games to teach maths and create a positive, maths-friendly learning environment for children. Mrs. Indu shared her valuable insights and practical strategies for making maths enjoyable and accessible for young learners, equipping teachers, parents, and educational enthusiasts with creative approaches to enhance the maths learning experience.

During the webinar, Mrs. Indu introduced several innovative approaches to teaching maths, focusing on the importance of creating an environment where children feel encouraged and not pressured. She shared her experiences and ideas on using educational games like snakes and ladders, carrom and homemaking play, visuals, and concrete objects to make maths more engaging. She also emphasized the significance of using small, achievable tasks to help children gain confidence in their mathematical abilities.

“One of the key elements in teaching maths is to make it fun and interactive,” Mrs. Spruha Suresh Indu, a senior teacher, Chembur Education Society, said during the session. “When we incorporate games and concrete materials like measuring tapes or counting objects, we help children relate to maths in a way that feels more natural and enjoyable.”

Mrs. Indu also introduced the use of traditional Indian board games as tools for enhancing maths learning. These games not only promote hands-on learning but also foster interpersonal connections among students, a vital component often missing in today’s digital world. She stressed the value of such games in building foundational skills in a friendly environment.

The session successfully sparked a lively discussion on how these strategies can be implemented in schools, including what kinds of games can be used to teach teenagers and whether there are suitable games for children with special needs. It also opened up opportunities for future collaborations aimed at developing creative and effective educational content.

Dilip Gangaramani, Founder Director and CEO of Target Learning Ventures, praised Mrs. Indu for her impactful session, noting;

“We are incredibly grateful to Mrs. Indu for sharing her vast knowledge and helping to shift the narrative around teaching maths. Her approach resonates with our vision to create a meaningful and nurturing learning environment for children emphasizing joy, confidence, and collaboration. Moreover, her strategies align with the National Education Policy’s emphasis on play-based learning, which encourages the use of games and hands-on activities to foster deeper learning.”

The webinar concluded with an inspiring discussion on the importance of collaboration in developing educational resources, with a focus on making learning fun, accessible, and rewarding for every child.

The Bharti Institute of Public Policy (BIPP) at the Indian School of Business (ISB) today unveiled six landmark volumes of microstudies in Human Development. Launched under the Platform for Development Research and Communication (PDRC) initiative, these volumes are a part of the ongoing BIPP–Routledge series, ‘Innovations, Practice, and the Future of Public Policy in India’.

Speaking at the launch, Amarjeet Sinha, IAS (Retd.) and Senior Fellow, Centre for Social & Economic Progress, and one of the editors of the two volumes, said,

“The launch of the six volumes is the beginning of a journey of collaborative work to make a difference. The idea is to be able to develop a non- political coalition of academics, practitioners, civil society professionals, policy makers and activists to continue to make an evidence-based voice of reason and human well-being.”

Sharing his vision, Professor Ashwini Chhatre, Associate Professor and Executive Director, BIPP, ISB, and one of the three editors of the volume, ‘Pathways to Rural Prosperity: Livelihood Interventions and Transformation in India’, said,

“At Bharti Institute of Public Policy, we are committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice. The launch of these volumes bears testimony to our goal of empowering policymakers with evidence-based insights. In an era of widespread misinformation, rigorous peer-reviewed knowledge produced by blending experience and collaboration guides decision-makers across multiple sectors and regions. We are also committed to making this knowledge available through open-access platforms, enabling stakeholders across the spectrum to design interventions that solve real-world challenges.”

Professor Anjal Prakash, Clinical Associate Professor and Research Director, BIPP, ISB and one of the two editors of the volume, “Changing Tides: Climate Action and Justice in India”, highlighted the monumental scale of this initiative, specifically acknowledging the relentless efforts of the series editors, and the incredible collaborative spirit of the 192 authors who contributed their expertise to 102 chapters in these volumes. Emphasising the urgency of integrated research, he said, “These volumes collectively make visible the threads that link sectors together—revealing how livelihoods, climate vulnerability, and institutional strength intersect to shape India’s future.”

The launch also witnessed six thematic panel discussions delving deeper on these volumes along with two insightful, distinguished panel discussions featuring Jugal K Mohapatra, former secretary, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India; Balveer Arora, chairperson, Centre for Multilevel Federalism, New Delhi; Sekhar Bonu, Senior Fellow, NITI Aayog; and Deepak Nayyar, Emeritus Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Dr Aarushi Jain, Policy Director and Head of Government Affairs, BIPP, and one of the two editors of the volume, ‘Reimagining Institutions: Collaborative Pathways to Social Development in India’, said,

“These six volumes are more than just a repository of research. Through these six volumes, we have captured human development as it is lived and practised on the ground. These volumes provide a rigorous, multidimensional roadmap for the future of public policy in India.”

Over 250 guests, including researchers and academics from institutes across India, policymakers, and civil society activists, attended the day-long event.

Dec 22:- Gyaananda School, Sector 109, Dwarka Expressway commemorated their Annual Day- ‘SRIJAN 2025: Evoking your Ikigai’ with grandeur and elegance, held at Yashobhoomi International Convention Centre graced by the esteemed presence of Chief Guest, Mr. Vijendra Gupta, Honorable 7th Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly. Ms. Manjari Chaturvedi, an eminent artist whose work bridges tradition and contemporary narrative graced the occasion as the Guest of Honor. Shri. Ashok Gupta, Chairman, Gyaananda School and Shri Nakul Gupta, CEO, Gyaananda School magnified the day with their valuable presence. The occasion was a magnificent reflection of the institution’s pursuit of excellence, culture, and values, leaving an indelible impression on all present.

The programme commenced with a heartfelt welcome of dignitaries, extending warm greetings to the honored guests and audience. This was followed by a soul-stirring performance by the school choir. The harmonious voices of the students resonated through the auditorium, filling it with melody, grace and unity earning enthusiastic applause from the audience.

The atmosphere then took on a spiritual aura with the presentation of the auspicious renaissance Ganesh Vadana, performed with devotion and poise, the dance invoked the blessings of Lord Ganesha, symbolizing wisdom, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles, marking an auspicious and inspiring beginning to the festivities. The Annual School Report 2024-25 left an indomitable mark on the audience as the School’s Director Principal, Dr. Deepika Rathi walked everyone through a transparent, compelling, informative and insightful presentation of the preceding year. The programme continued with inspiring addresses by the Chairman and the Guest of Honor, who lauded the students’ efforts and the faculty’s guidance, while motivating the young minds to uphold integrity, discipline and social responsibility. The scholars and proficient achievers were recognized in the much- awaited award ceremony, a moment of pride and recognition for the entire Gyaananda Family. Students who excelled in academics, sports and co-curricular pursuits were honored with awards and certificates. Their dedication, perseverance and exemplary achievements were celebrated, inspiring the entire gathering.

The celebration reached its crescendo with a compelling play by the Theatre Society on pollution, titled “Be the Change.” The play unfolded like a powerful story on stage. Through striking visuals, emotive performances, and a blend of Gujarati, Rajasthani and Punjabi dances, it delivered a stirring message about pollution and inspired the audience to act. The event culminated with a Grand Finale roaring the voices of young leaders louder than ever, marking yet another spectacular success by Gyaananda School.

New Delhi,  Dec 22:- TagHive Inc., a Samsung company, hosted the Class Saathi Impact Summit 2025 in New Delhi on 19th December, bringing together senior government representatives, education leaders, school principals, and teachers to reflect on the impact of its flagship AI powered learning and assessment solution Class Saathi across government schools in two districts of Uttar Pradesh.

The summit was graced by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Union Minister of State for Education, and H.E. Mr. Lee Seong Ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India, underscoring the growing importance of international collaboration and technology-led innovation in public education.

The event highlighted outcomes from the Class Saathi implementation in the districts of Baghpat and Bulandshahr, where the solution was launched earlier this year. The impact assessment of which, is being done by Pratham. Through real-time classroom assessment, teacher-friendly technology, and sustained academic support, Class Saathi has enabled schools to strengthen daily teaching practices, improve student engagement, and establish a continuous learning feedback loop between teachers and students

During the summit, the Pratham team shared insights from their observations of teacher training programmes, regular school support visits, and classroom usage data collected over the past months. Teachers also shared how the solution is being used for daily revision, concept checks, and formative assessments.

A key highlight of the summit was the announcement of the expansion of Class Saathi to 75 additional government schools, including 50 schools in Mathura and 25 schools in Noida, marking the next phase of scale-up in Uttar Pradesh. This expansion reflects growing confidence in the solution’s ability to deliver measurable learning outcomes in public school settings.

Shri Jayant Chaudhary,  Union Minister of State Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Union Minister of State for Education, said:

“The focus of education reform must remain on what happens inside the classroom. Approaches that enable regular feedback, support teachers, and help schools track student progress are essential for building more responsive and outcome-oriented education systems.”

The summit featured recognition of teachers and schools for exemplary and consistent usage, and a live quiz for students. Pratham also shared next steps on the implementation of technology enabled assessment driven learning and a plan for the months ahead.

Speaking at the event, Pankaj Agarwal, CEO and Founder of TagHive emphasised that Class Saathi is designed as a low-resource, modular, and scalable solution, purpose-built for public schools. By prioritising ease of use for teachers and actionable insights for administrators, the solution enables outcome-driven learning without increasing classroom complexity.

H.E. Mr. Lee Seong Ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India, said;

“Improving learning outcomes depends on empowering teachers and strengthening feedback within classrooms. Well-designed technology can play a supporting role in making this process more effective and inclusive.”

The Class Saathi Impact Summit 2025 reaffirmed the role of thoughtfully implemented education technology in supporting teachers, engaging students, and enabling education systems to move beyond infrastructure adoption towards measurable learning impact.

Gurgaon, Dec 22:- MDI Gurgaon has been awarded the EQUIS  accreditation, placing it among the rare group of global business schools that hold the Triple Crown, accreditation by AACSB, AMBA, and now EQUIS. Fewer than 1% of the world’s management schools carry this distinction, making it one of the most respected markers of quality in business education.

Accreditation by EQUIS represents the highest quality in five areas: teaching, research, internationalisation, Ethics & Governance, and its strong tie with business and society. The EQUIS Accreditation awarded to MDI Gurgaon is proof that MDI Gurgaon has established an academic integrity that has been consistently upheld over time, continues to maintain a high level of research capabilities, and has made many connections around the world through numerous International Academic Partnerships so that students may view management from many different perspectives.

In recent years, the institute has enhanced its global presence through partnerships with top universities, international learning experiences, and collaborative research projects. In addition, EQUIS also focuses heavily on corporate social responsibility and creating a positive impact on society, where MDI Gurgaon has taken a leadership role in expanding its commitment to responsibility, through the development of curriculum that emphasize sustainability, conduct research that enhances understanding of how we can use corporate power and influence to benefit society, and develop partnerships with other businesses and organizations for mutual benefit.

Commenting on the achievement, Prof. Arvind Sahay, Director, MDI Gurgaon, said: 

“EQUIS accreditation is a testimony to MDI Gurgaon’s academic strength, global vision, and commitment to shaping responsible leaders. Earning the Triple Crown places us in a highly selective global league and reinforces our aspiration to be a management institution that is internationally benchmarked yet deeply connected to Indian business realities.”

The accreditation process recognises institutions that demonstrate coherence between strategy, mission, and measurable outcomes, an area where MDI Gurgaon has made substantial progress through curriculum redesign, experiential learning, and stronger industry interfaces across all programmes.

Sharing his perspective, Prof. Avanish Kumar, Dean added: “Triple Crown accreditation symbolises institutionalisation and internalisation of global standard in our teachings, research and training. More importantly it bestows a seamless confluence of our policies-practices. For our students, it improves scope and scale of their sphere of influence with this global acknowledgement. It also reinforces their choice of opting MDI as a student and builds confidence in their roots, which have global standards.

With its recent successes, MDI Gurgaon continues to position itself among the most well-respected business schools in India and will continue to develop global partnerships, build research output, and provide learning experiences that equip students to lead in a globalized society. MDI Gurgaon has expanded its global reach through collaboration with leading universities worldwide, offering global immersions, and developing joint research projects with universities. As a result, MDI has created more extensive initiatives for impact-driven research, sustainability-based coursework, and a greater degree of engagement with industry.

Delhi,  Dec 22: NICMAR, India’s premier and dedicated institution for Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Project Management education  has announced extending its admission deadline to December 30 for its 2026 academic year, across its campuses in Pune, Delhi-NCR and Hyderabad. Due to an overwhelming response, nearly twice the number of applications compared to last year, NICMAR has witnessed exceptionally high interest in its programmes. To accommodate this surge and ensure that all eligible candidates receive a fair opportunity to apply, the institution has revised its application deadline.

Commenting on the deadline extension, Dr. Tapash Kumar Ganguli, Director General NICMAR, said,

 “India’s infrastructure growth requires professionals who understand both engineering realities and management decision-making. The continued interest in our specialised programmes reflects this need. Extending the application deadline allows serious aspirants additional time to make an informed decision and prepare for careers that directly contribute to nation-building.”

Amidst NICMAR’s diverse portfolio of postgraduate programmes, a set of courses is witnessing strong and growing interest from applicants, reflecting the evolving needs of India’s infrastructure and construction ecosystem.

As the country accelerates investments in transportation networks, urban development, industrial corridors and large-scale infrastructure projects, these programmes align closely with the skills required on-ground, where engineering knowledge, project execution capability and managerial decision-making converge.

The courses witnessing strong interest in this admission cycle include;

• MBA / PGDM in Advanced Construction Management

This programme is for engineering graduates aspiring to take on leadership roles in construction and EPC environments, where execution excellence, site management and delivery timelines are critical to project success.

• MBA / PGDM in Advanced Project Management

With project management becoming a core requisite across infrastructure, manufacturing and urban development, this course appeals to candidates seeking cross-sector project leadership roles.

• PGDM in Quantity Surveying & Contract Management

As infrastructure projects grow in scale and complexity, commercial, contracts and cost-management expertise has emerged as a critical function. This course is particularly relevant for graduates seeking specialised commercial roles within the sector.

NICMAR offers engineering graduates a clear pathway to transition into high-growth techno-managerial roles. By blending their technical foundation with specialised management education, NICMAR prepares students for leadership opportunities across the CRIP sector. This integrated approach – merging engineering expertise with industry-focused managerial skills  has become a key differentiator for NICMAR graduates.

Students are encouraged to apply early to secure their preferred specialisation, prepare for personal interview, and join the early academic orientation. Extended deadline:

Hyderabad, Dec 22: The Administrative Staff College of India  proudly hosted its annual Alumni Meet 2025 for the ASCI School of Management, bringing together graduates from its flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management  program spanning 2019 to 2025. Launched in 2019 under the leadership of Dean Dr. Nirmalya Bagchi, the PGDM program has rapidly emerged as a powerhouse, producing batches of high-caliber professionals who now thrive in top organizations like Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers Ltd., Deloitte, and SBI Mutual Funds Limited.

The vibrant event served as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and reconnection with faculty and peers, underscoring ASCI’s unwavering commitment to nurturing a robust alumni ecosystem. With enthusiastic participation from alumni across all six batches, the meet highlighted the program’s growing impact and the institute’s role in shaping future business leaders.

“This Alumni Meet is a testament to the enduring bonds we’ve built since 2019. Our alumni are not just graduates they are ambassadors driving change in India’s corporate landscape,” said Dr. Nirmalya Bagchi, Dean, ASCI School of Management. “Events like this fuel our vision of sustained engagement, mentorship, and collective success.”

ASCI continues to solidify its reputation as a premier management institute, fostering innovation and leadership through programs that deliver real-world results.