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TRANSFORMING EDUCATION IN INDIA: IMPLEMENTING NEP 2020

June 5, 2024

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the educational landscape of India. Four years into its implementation, the policy is beginning to shape the future of education, propelled by the concerted efforts of the government and various educational bodies. Background and Vision The NEP 2020 emphasises a holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary approach to education that aligns with the needs of the 21st century. The policy’s vision is to transform India into a global knowledge superpower by providing high-quality education to all and achieving equitable and inclusive education goals. The government’s commitment to this transformative exercise is evident through initiatives like the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for the Foundational Stage (FS) 2022, NCF School Education 2023,

Geojit introduces an exciting scholarship scheme for professional courses

June 3, 2024

3rd June 2024: A scholarship program has been introduced by well-known investment services company Geojit Financial Services Ltd. to assist worthy students from economically disadvantaged groups in their pursuit of career-oriented courses in a variety of subject areas. As part of this initiative, Geojit will provide selected students with up to Rs. 25,000 per year to help with tuition, exam fees, and other educational costs. Students who have finished X and XII with at least 80% of the possible points are eligible for the scholarship. To guarantee that the financial aid reaches the people who need it most, applicants’ annual family income cannot exceed Rs. 3 lakh. Commenting on the launch of the scholarship program, Geojit’s spokesperson said, “Financial constraints

Rotary-led water conservation program ‘Partners for Water Access and Better Harvests in India’ awarded US $2 million to help farmers in India

May 29, 2024

May 29, 2024 — With limited irrigation facilities in India, many farmers are dependent on rainfall, leaving them vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and storms affect soil fertility, crop yields and livestock production – all of which have led to reduced productivity and income for farmers. To improve water resource management and farming practices in India, a Rotary club-led initiative is making significant strides to help farmers improve their harvests, increase yields, and raise their incomes to help them enhance conditions for their families and create more resilient communities. Rotary members, experts and technical advisors will collaborate with local and national governments to strengthen farmers’ capacity at the community level in four

Kotak Education Foundation announces 1000 scholarships under Kotak Junior Scholarship Programme for meritorious 10th+ Students in Mumbai

May 28, 2024

28th May 2024: Kotak Education Foundation (KEF) – the CSR implementing agency of Kotak Mahindra Group, announced 1,000 scholarships under the Kotak Junior Scholarship program to facilitate further education of meritorious Class 10th+ students from economically disadvantaged sections across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Along with financial aid of 73,500 over 21 months, this program offers each scholar a strong support system at the grassroots level for the future youth of the country. This program, spanning an initial term of 2 years for 10 + students from SSC, CBSE, and ICSE boards, involves robust engagement activities beyond financial support such as one-to-one mentoring, career guidance sessions, entrance exam preparation support, exposure visits, and home visits. KEF’s scholarship wing has been supporting

For ‘Hunger Free World’, Malabar Group initiates the program and distributes 51,000 nutritious food packets every day

May 28, 2024

28 May 2024: In the ongoing CSR program by Malabar Group, ‘Hunger Free World’ to provide nutritious meals daily to the needy, they will be expanding to cover more people and cities. At present, as many as 31,000 food packets are distributed under the ambitious program, which was initiated to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2 and Zero Hunger. As part of scaling up to 51,000 packets, they will now be distributed. The expansion of the plan was officially flagged off by Adv. P.S Sreedharan Pillai, Honorable Governor of Goa, at the World Hunger Day observance event held on May 28 at Malabar Headquarters (MHQ). M P Ahammed, Malabar Group chairman, presided over the function. P T A Rahim,

SOIE and Kamakhya join hands to celebrate World Menstrual Day with an educational event and sustainable sanitary pads distribution

May 28, 2024

28th June 2024: With World Menstrual Day right around the corner, SOIE, a leading lingerie brand from Ginza Industries Ltd., in association with Kamakhya, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering women, hosted a menstrual hygiene educational event at its Surat Factory in Sachin. The event focused on raising awareness about menstrual hygiene and empowering women through informative and personalized sessions, along with the distribution of sustainable sanitary pads to a large chunk of their female workforce at the factory. The event featured informative sessions from Kamakhya’s experts, who provided valuable insights on menstrual hygiene and dispelled common myths, stigmas, and stereotypes surrounding menstruation. The informative session was followed by a Q&A segment, allowing women to engage directly with the experts.

Nikhil Kamath Leads Young India Philanthropic Pledge in Transformative Educational Initiative in Karnataka

May 21, 2024

21st May 2024: The Karnataka Model School Pathways Programme (KMSPP) is gradually revolutionizing the educational landscape in Karnataka through the Model Schools Collaborative under the visionary leadership of Nikhil Kamath. Backed by the Government of Karnataka and anchored by Sattva, this program is set to transform over 210 schools and co-located Anganwadi/preschools across Tumkur, Davangere, Haveri, Yadgir, and Chitradurga by the 2025–26 academic year. Nikhil Kamath, a prominent figure in the Indian business and philanthropic community, along with the founder of Yuva Unstoppable Amitabh Shah, has played a pivotal role in driving the Young India Philanthropic Pledge (YIPP), garnering substantial financial commitments to fuel this initiative. With the support of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, JSW Foundation, SwissRe, Prashanth

Greenpeace India’s dramatic Ice Sculpture activity symbolises heatwave disasters unfolding across India

May 20, 2024

May 20, 2024: Greenpeace India unveiled a stunning ice sculpture at the Select City Mall, Saket, that gradually melted under the hot Delhi sun, sending out a strong message on the impact of heat waves across the country. The 8-foot-tall ice sculpture, depicting a woman with a child and a dog, represents some of the most marginalised communities vulnerable to heatwaves and other extreme weather phenomena. Onlookers witnessed the melting ice sculpture conveying a strong message: Act Before We Melt Away. Through this activity, Greenpeace India is demanding that the National Disaster Management Authority declare heatwaves as a notified national disaster, allowing it adequate funding and policies that can help build the resilience of the communities in the face of

To empower women through skill training and digital education, Newgen Software launches an innovative initiative

May 17, 2024

17th May 2024: Newgen Software unveiled a pioneering initiative to accelerate women’s skill development and digital prowess in underserved communities. The inauguration of a dedicated skill development center marks a monumental milestone in Newgen’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering inclusive growth. The center, located in Okhla, will serve as a hub for imparting skill training and essential digital education to the mothers of the students associated with the company’s flagship social impact project, Newgen Digital Discovery Paathshala (NDDP). Under the umbrella of the NDDP Samarth Saarthi Samuh program, this initiative seeks to transform the lives of women from the Harkesh Nagar and Tekhand localities in Okhla, Delhi. By providing comprehensive digital education and vocational training and promoting holistic well-being,

In association with the Delhi Management Association and Vijayash Foundation as their knowledge partner, Jawaharlal Nehru University hosts a landmark summit on “Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability”

May 16, 2024

Summit Sustainability — Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) with the help of DMA ( Delhi Management Association ) ESG Committee , is proud to announce the upcoming summit on “Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability,” scheduled to take place on 18th May , 2024 at JNU Convention Center , New Delhi. This pivotal event aims to spearhead discussions and actions toward sustainable development through ethical leadership practices. Event Overview: The summit will convene industry leaders, academic scholars, policymakers, and sustainability advocates to explore the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into business and leadership strategies. The event is poised to set a new benchmark in sustainable leadership practices, highlighting the critical role of consciousness in fostering an inclusive and sustainable global economy. Keynote Speakers: The summit will feature a lineup of esteemed