Celebrating Milestones and Innovation
National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) 19th Foundation Day
The National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) celebrated its 19th Foundation Day in August 2025, marking nearly two decades of shaping India’s education policy. Ram Madhav, President of India Foundation, served as the chief guest, emphasizing the role of education in national development. The event highlighted NIEPA’s contributions to educational planning and administration, aligning with NEP 2020 goals.
Key Points:
- Celebrated 19 years of educational policy leadership.
- Ram Madhav underscored education’s role in nation-building.
- Aligned with NEP 2020 for systemic reform.
Prathyusha Engineering College Science Exhibition 2025
Prathyusha Engineering College, Chennai, hosted the National-Level Science Exhibition 2025, showcasing 100 STEM-related projects. Over 1,200 students from 27 schools across Tamil Nadu participated, demonstrating innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The event fostered creativity and problem-solving, inspiring future STEM leaders.
Key Points:
- Featured 100 STEM projects by 1,200 students.
- Engaged 27 schools from Tamil Nadu.
- Promoted innovation and STEM career interest.
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Technology Workshop
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Technology, Mumbai, concluded a workshop titled Probing the Research Process: From Idea to Impact, with participation from over 57 institutions. The event guided students and researchers on translating ideas into impactful research, enhancing academic and industry collaboration.
Key Points:
- Engaged 57 institutions in research-focused workshop.
- Focused on idea-to-impact research processes.
- Strengthened academic-industry linkages.
Skilling and Career Development
HCLTech TechBee Early Career Programme
HCLTech launched its TechBee Early Career Programme in Chennai, targeting high-school students to build careers in the technology industry. The initiative provides training and job opportunities, aligning with India’s push for tech-driven employability under Skill India.
Key Points:
- Targets high-school students in Chennai.
- Offers training and tech career pathways.
- Supports Skill India for employability.
Freshworks Academy for Careers in Technology
Freshworks, in collaboration with Edunet Foundation, launched the Academy for Careers in Technology, a skilling initiative for underprivileged students. The program offers hands-on training and mentorship, creating structured pathways to tech careers and addressing socio-economic barriers.
Key Points:
- Targets underprivileged students for tech careers.
- Provides hands-on training and mentorship.
- Addresses socio-economic inclusion in tech.
IIM Nagpur Margadarshan Mentorship Initiative
IIM Nagpur inaugurated Margadarshan, a mentorship program for its MBA batch of 2025-2027. The initiative connects students with senior industry leaders to facilitate a seamless transition from campus to corporate life, enhancing professional readiness.
Key Points:
- Connects MBA students with industry leaders.
- Aims for smooth campus-to-corporate transition.
- Enhances professional readiness for 2025-2027 batch.
Community and Social Impact
Namma Yatri Rising Stars Scholarship Programme
Namma Yatri celebrated the second edition of its Rising Stars Scholarship Programme in Chennai, awarding ₹15,000 scholarships to 15 students, children of auto and cab drivers on the platform. The initiative supports educational access for underserved communities.
Key Points:
- Awarded ₹15,000 to 15 students in Chennai.
- Supports children of auto and cab drivers.
- Promotes educational equity for underserved groups.
Modern Public School Cleanliness Drive
Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, organized a cleanliness drive aligned with the Delhi Government’s month-long civic movement. Students cleaned classrooms, laboratories, corridors, staircases, and the entire school premises, fostering civic responsibility and environmental awareness.
Key Points:
- Part of Delhi’s civic movement for cleanliness.
- Involved cleaning of entire school premises.
- Promoted civic and environmental responsibility.
Stella Maris College Kannai Nambathey Campaign
Final-year students of Stella Maris College’s M.A. Public Relations launched Kannai Nambathey, an awareness campaign on responsible online engagement through fact-checking. Induja Raghunathan, Editor of YourStory Tamil, was the chief guest, highlighting the importance of combating misinformation.
Key Points:
- Focused on fact-checking for responsible online behavior.
- Led by M.A. Public Relations students.
- Featured Induja Raghunathan as chief guest.
Global Recognition and Leadership
Dhriti Moksha’s UN Appointment
Dhriti Moksha, a Class 8 student from SAI International School, was appointed to the United Nations Youth Group on Nuclear Disarmament under the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO). Her role highlights India’s youth leadership in global peace initiatives.
Key Points:
- Class 8 student appointed to UN Youth Group.
- Focuses on nuclear disarmament under CTBTO.
- Showcases Indian youth in global peace efforts.
Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business Appointment
Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur, appointed Prof. Archana Shukla as its new Director. With over three decades of academic experience, her leadership aims to advance the institution’s academic and industry alignment.
Key Points:
- Prof. Archana Shukla named new Director.
- Brings 30+ years of academic expertise.
- Enhances academic-industry collaboration.
Industry-Academia Collaboration
IIM Jammu Roundtable Conference
IIM Jammu hosted a Roundtable Conference to strengthen academia-industry collaboration and leverage technology for future employment. The event brought together policymakers, academics, and industry leaders to discuss preparing students for evolving job markets.
Key Points:
- Focused on academia-industry synergy.
- Discussed technology-driven employability.
- Engaged policymakers and industry leaders.
WeSchool 10X Growth Summit
Students from Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool), Mumbai, participated in the fourth 10X Growth Summit hosted by the Kutch Corporate Forum (KCF). The event connected Entrepreneurship, PGDM, and MMS students with leading entrepreneurs and innovation mentors, fostering entrepreneurial skills.
Key Points:
- Engaged PGDM and MMS students with entrepreneurs.
- Hosted by Kutch Corporate Forum.
- Promoted innovation and entrepreneurship.
Catalyst School of Business Adani Port Visit
Catalyst School of Business organized a practical training visit to Adani Port, providing students with real-world exposure to port operations, logistics, and international trade. The initiative bridges theoretical learning with practical application, enhancing industry readiness.
Key Points:
- Provided exposure to port operations and logistics.
- Bridged theory and practice for students.
- Enhanced industry readiness.
Cultural and Educational Synergy
Ekya School Byrathi Kala Kabe Festival
Ekya School Byrathi hosted Kala Kabe, a festival celebrating Indian and Japanese cultures through art and collaboration. The India and Japan Children’s Mural Project, directed by renowned Japanese mural artist Teiko Nishimori, was unveiled, showcasing student creativity from Ekya School, CMR NPS, and Japan.
Key Points:
- Celebrated India-Japan cultural collaboration.
- Unveiled Children’s Mural Project by students.
- Directed by Teiko Nishimori.
Skilling and Research Insights
Coursera Global Skills Report 2025
Coursera’s Global Skills Report 2025 reported a 107% year-over-year surge in Generative AI (GenAI) enrollments in India, with over 2.6 million enrollments. India’s learner base of 31 million has surpassed Europe, reflecting the country’s growing focus on tech skilling.
Key Points:
- 107% surge in GenAI enrollments.
- 31 million learners on Coursera in India.
- Surpassed Europe in total learner numbers.
Quest Alliance ITI Grading Framework
Quest Alliance and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) launched The State of India’s ITIs: A Grading Framework for Readiness and Reform. This blueprint evaluates whether Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) prepare youth for future work, supporting systemic reform through evidence-based evaluation.
Key Points:
- Evaluates ITIs for future-ready skills.
- Promotes evidence-based reform.
- Collaboration with FICCI for systemic impact.
