Education

19th December 2024: At the forefront of Madni School’s transformation is its visionary headmaster, Mohd. Aamir Ansari, whose leadership, combined with the support of the Kotak Education Foundation’s School Leadership Development Project, has turned the institution into a model for educational innovation and excellence. Four years ago, Aamir observed sweeping improvements at Noorul Islam School, a neighboring institution. Curious about the change, he approached the headmaster and learned that the transformation was driven by the Kotak Education Foundation’s School Leadership Development Project. Inspired, Aamir decided to introduce the program at Madni School to address long-standing challenges and elevate its academic standards. While the staff was experienced, the absence of structured planning and evaluation hindered progress. The project equipped Aamir and

11th December 2024: Max Healthcare Foundation today announced the launch of the second edition of its flagship Max Medical Scholarship Programme, designed to empower meritorious students from economically weaker sections pursuing medical education. The scholarship will fully fund the medical education of 100 new students every year who have qualified for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET examination) and gained admission to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program in government medical colleges in Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Nagpur and Dehradun for the academic year 2024-25. In addition to opening new opportunities for fresh applicants, the Max Medical Scholarship program will also continue to fund the education of students who were enrolled last year and are

28 November 2024: The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the world’s largest NGO-run school meal program and an implementation partner of the PM POSHAN program based in Bangalore, India, is pleased to announce a transformative partnership with Food4Education, a Kenya-based nonprofit dedicated to mainstreaming school feeding programs across Africa. Signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week, wherein The Akshaya Patra Foundation goes global by becoming the official ‘Knowledge Partner’ for Kenya’s Food4Education. The two organizations set out to accelerate international efforts toward food security and educational empowerment, marking a significant step in addressing one of the most pressing challenges faced by school children worldwide: access to nutritious meals. Food4Education and Akshaya Patra share a unified vision of delivering school feeding at

26 November 2024: Children from underserved communities took center stage and captivated audiences with their talent, humor, and resilience at the screening of Literacy India’s latest musical theatre production, ‘Door Ke Darshan’. The event celebrated the transformative power of Literacy India’s ‘Theatre in Education’ program, which equips young minds with creativity, confidence, and life skills and provides them with a holistic learning experience. It’s the same program that has nurtured talent like the iconic character ‘Millimeter’ for 3 Idiots and the young actors in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. Directed by Rajeev Sharma and written by Nikhilraj, Door Ke Darshan transported the audience on a journey through history with witty and comical retellings of tales from the courts of Akbar-Birbal and Krishnadev

23rd November 2024: On the occasion of Children’s Day, Delhivery, India’s largest fully integrated logistics service provider, in partnership with the Samarpann, has launched a transformative initiative to uplift educational infrastructure in three government schools across remote villages in Rajasthan. The schools now benefit from sustainable solar power and clean drinking water systems, significantly improving the learning environment for over 80 students. This effort marks a meaningful step toward enhancing educational access and fostering healthier, brighter futures for these children. For students in rural areas, quality education is often hindered by the lack of essential infrastructure, including reliable electricity and safe drinking water. Delhivery and Samarpann’s new project aims to bridge these gaps by installing 3-kWh solar power systems in

11th November 2024: Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC continued to strengthen its commitment to socio-economic development through its Muthoot Social Responsibility (MSR) initiatives in FY 2023-24. During FY24, the company spent more than Rs. 1000 million in various community-focused projects, positively impacting the lives of more than 0.6 million people through a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach. Continuing the legacy since the inception of The Muthoot Group in 1887, uplifting the society and fostering sustainability are deeply ingrained in Muthoot Finance’s organizational DNA. The CSR initiatives were focused on offering holistic development by focusing on key areas such as healthcare, education, livelihood support, renewable energy, promoting sports talent, supporting artists of India, wildlife conservation and other infrastructural development. The

06th November 2024: India Market Entry (IME) proudly announces the launch of Earth Cubs in India, setting the stage for transformative sustainability education nationwide. Through the leadership of Grace Paljor, Principal of Leeds International Academy in Srinagar, Earth Cubs aims to engage 200,000 schools and impact 50 million children across India, with educational content focused on climate change, gender equality, biodiversity conservation, and more. With over 8,000 schools already engaged across 130 countries, Earth Cubs is primed to make a meaningful impact in India, empowering young minds with knowledge aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). IME’s collaboration is crucial in helping Earth Cubs reach schools and educational partners throughout the country, making these critical resources accessible to

5th November 2024: Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community, and platform entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to provide 1,000 scholarships for students pursuing the foundational level of the IITM BS Degree in Data Science and Applications. This initiative aligns with IIT Madras’s vision of ‘IIT Madras for All,’ which strives to make high-quality education accessible to students from diverse economic backgrounds across India. The MoU signing ceremony, held at IIT Madras, was attended by Shri Uday Prakash, VP – Strategy and Implementation, Herbalife India, along with Prof. Ashwin Mahalingam, Dean of Alumni and Corporate Relations IIT Madras, Mr. Kaviraj Nair, CEO of Alumni and Corporate Relations, and other IITM

03rd October 2024: APM Terminals Pipavav inaugurated the Jhaverchand Meghani Learning Resource Centre in Thavi, a sub-village of Bherai, as part of its ongoing commitment to education and community development. The centre, named after renowned Gujarati laureate Shri Jhaverchand Meghani, will provide quality education to over 40 children from underprivileged families in the area. The centre was inaugurated by Shri Subir Mehrotra, Head of Engineering, and Shri Jignesh Adhyaru, Head of Projects, senior leadership from APM Terminals as well as village representatives. This new facility is part of APM Terminals Pipavav’s broader commitment to education through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The company currently supports the education of more than 6,000 students in surrounding villages through various programs. These

27 September 2024: Ashoka University, India’s premier interdisciplinary higher education and research institution today successfully concluded its second edition of “Building Foundations for Inclusive Higher Education” conclave at the India Habitat Center (IHC). The event brought together experts from leading universities, institutions, and NGOs from across India to advance conversations on creating more inclusive higher education systems for students with disabilities. Organized by Ashoka University’s Office of Learning Support (OLS), the event was built on the discussions held from last year’s inaugural conclave to explore critical areas that need attention to ensure equal access to education for all.    A report titled “Access to Higher Education: An Unresolved Challenge for Students with Disabilities,” was unveiled by Ms. Reena Gupta, Director of