Student Achievements
IIM Bangalore Students at Hiroshima University
Shreya Jain, Dhruv Deepak Bagla, Garv Agarwal, Parinistaa Sugandhi, and Arin Prakash, students of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship (BBA DBE) at IIM Bangalore, were selected for a fully-funded two-week international immersion at Hiroshima University, Japan, under the AGILE COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) initiative. The workshop, themed “Circular Economy”, will be held from September 1–12, 2025, focusing on UN Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Supported by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), the program fosters cross-cultural collaboration, with students addressing issues like urban planning, IoT, waste management, and climate resilience.
Key Points:
- Five BBA DBE students selected for Hiroshima University immersion.
- Focus on Circular Economy and SDG 11.
- Fully funded by the Japanese government.
IIT Madras at Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition
Prajwal B.T., Ashik, Pradyumna Bhat, and Adarsh H.N. from IIT Madras won the first prize at the 10th Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition 2025, which saw participation from over 1,400 students across 432 institutions in India. The event showcased innovative aeromodelling designs, highlighting IIT Madras’ engineering excellence.
Key Points:
- IIT Madras team secured first place.
- Competition engaged 1,400+ students from 432 institutions.
- Showcased aeromodelling innovation.
JAIN University at IBM National Hackathon
Anagha Upadyaya and Chandana Ashritha, students at the School of Computer Science and Engineering (SCSE), JAIN Deemed-to-be-University, won the Diversity Award in Python at the IBM National Hackathon 2025. Their achievement underscores the growing role of diversity in tech innovation.
Key Points:
- Diversity Award in Python for JAIN University students.
- Recognized at IBM National Hackathon 2025.
- Highlights diversity in tech innovation.
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science at Infosys Global Hackathon
Final-year B.Tech CSE (AI and Data Science) students from Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS) won the Infosys Global Hackathon – Tech for Good 2025 for their project Agriguru, an AI-powered farming companion app. The app addresses agricultural challenges, promoting sustainable farming practices.
Key Points:
- HITS students won for Agriguru project.
- Infosys Global Hackathon focused on tech for social good.
- Promotes sustainable agriculture through AI.
Institutional Recognitions
QS I-GAUGE Gold Rating for ABBS
Acharya Bangalore Business School (ABBS), Autonomous, Bengaluru, received the Gold Rating in the QS I-GAUGE Indian College Ratings 2025, recognizing its excellence in faculty, facilities, and academic performance. This accolade positions ABBS among India’s top institutions.
Key Points:
- Gold Rating by QS I-GAUGE for ABBS.
- Recognizes faculty and academic excellence.
- Elevates ABBS’ national standing.
CMR University NAAC ‘A’ Grade
CMR University, Bengaluru, was accredited with an ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 2025, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education, research, and infrastructure.
Key Points:
- NAAC ‘A’ grade for CMR University.
- Highlights quality education and research.
- Strengthens institutional credibility.
University of Strathclyde UK University of the Year
The University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK, was named UK University of the Year in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026, underscoring its global reputation for academic excellence and innovation. This recognition is relevant for Indian students considering Strathclyde’s programs like M.Sc. Environmental Engineering and M.Sc. Mechatronics and Automation.
Key Points:
- UK University of the Year 2026 for Strathclyde.
- Enhances appeal for Indian students.
- Recognizes academic and innovative excellence.
Industry and EdTech Awards
Jaro Education EdTech Leader of the Year
Jaro Education was named EdTech Leader of the Year: Empowering India’s Professionals at the ET Now Business Conclave and Awards 2025 (West Edition). With over 16 years of excellence, 30+ global academic partners, and 3.5 lakh+ professionals empowered, Jaro’s innovative programs have transformed professional education in India.
Key Points:
- EdTech Leader of the Year at ET Now Awards 2025.
- Empowered 3.5 lakh+ professionals with 239+ programs.
- Partners with 30+ global institutions.
StackRoute-NIIT and AI CERTs Partnership
StackRoute-NIIT, the deep-skilling division of NIIT, was recognized as an authorized training partner of AI CERTs, enabling over one lakh learners to access AI certifications. This partnership enhances India’s AI skilling ecosystem, aligning with Skill India.
Key Points:
- AI CERTs partnership for StackRoute-NIIT.
- Provides AI certifications to 100,000+ learners.
- Supports Skill India for tech skilling.
Other Notable Initiatives
Leap’s AI-Powered CAS Interview Tool
Study-abroad platform Leap launched an AI-powered CAS Interview Practice Tool to help Indian students prepare for UK university interviews. The tool offers simulated scenarios, instant evaluation, and personalized feedback, addressing challenges like the US visa revocations (affecting 3,000 Indian students in 2025) by supporting students targeting UK institutions.
Key Points:
- AI-powered tool for UK university interview prep.
- Offers simulated scenarios and feedback.
- Supports students amid US visa challenges.
IIM Bangalore CSITM Webinar
IIM Bangalore’s Centre for Software and IT Management (CSITM) hosted a webinar on “Beyond Intuition: AI, Crypto, and Social Algorithms Shaping the Future of Finance”, with over 170 participants from the US, UK, and India. The event highlighted AI’s role in financial innovation, reinforcing IIMB’s thought leadership.
Key Points:
- Webinar on AI and finance with 170+ participants.
- Engaged global finance professionals.
- Showcased IIMB’s leadership in tech-driven finance.
Noida International University Educators Meet
Noida International University organized an educators meet in Patna, attended by over 120 academic leaders, fostering collaboration and innovation in education. The event strengthened networks for academic advancement.
Key Points:
- Educators meet with 120+ academic leaders.
- Fostered collaboration and innovation.
- Strengthened academic networks.
