Education

11th August 2025: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham proudly announces the graduation of the inaugural cohort of its landmark E4Life Ph.D. program, a pioneering, fully funded PhD program in sustainable development. This graduating class comprises 23 exceptional scholars from 9 countries, many hailing from underprivileged backgrounds. Initiated in 2020, the E4Life (Education for Life) Ph.D. Fellowship, offered by the School for Sustainable Futures, is a fully funded doctoral scholarship program, instituted under the visionary guidance of Amita’s Chancellor, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma). With an annual endowment of USD 5.1 million, it supports 100 Ph.D. scholars each year, providing full coverage of tuition, accommodation, living expenses, and research grants.  A hallmark of the E4Life program is its immersive, field-based model, where scholars

August 11, 2025 – The UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) successfully convened the ESG and Sustainability Leadership Summit 2025 at PHD House, Delhi, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, regulators, and sustainability experts to explore how Indian businesses can embed environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their strategic and operational core. Supported by Carlsberg India, BSI, Bureau Veritas, PCI India, with PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry as Industry Partner, IILM University as Knowledge Partner, Shikhar – Organization for social development as Mementoes Partner and CSR Times as Media Partner,  the Summit focused on the theme “Embedding ESG for Sustainable and Resilient Business and Supply Chains”. Discussions spanned regulatory updates, digital innovation, water stewardship, public health, supply chain

4th August 2025: CitiusTech, a leading provider of healthcare technology, services, and solutions, has collaborated with the Government of Maharashtra’s Cama & Albless Hospital to renovate the Department of Urogynecology at Cama & Albless Hospital and build a state-of-the-art center of excellence of international standards. The Department marks a significant step forward in addressing women’s pelvic floor health in India’s public health system. A university-affiliated fellowship program has been approved by the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) at the Department of Urogynecology to train the next generation of specialists in the field. CitiusTech supported the initiative through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) partnership with Dr. Aparna Hegde and ARMMAN, underscoring the company’s commitment to advancing accessible, technology-enabled healthcare. Punam

2nd August 2025: Aahwahan Foundation, in association with Aptiv Components India Pvt. Ltd., has launched a state-of-the-art Model Eye Clinic in Minto Ophthalmic Hospital, Bangalore, with the vision of improving public eye care facilities for the underprivileged. The hospital has the most sophisticated diagnostic equipment, automated ophthalmic facilities, and patient care systems, which allow the hospital to treat more than 2 lakh patients per year with improved efficiency and precision. The event was graced by senior officials of the three organizations, namely, Dr. Nagaraju G. (Director), Dr. Suresh Babu G. (Medical Superintendent), and Mr. Rajesh Pathak (Site Director, Aptiv). Mr. Braja Kishore Pradhan, Founder & CEO, Aahwahan Foundation, also attended the function. Mr. Braja Kishore Pradhan, CEO & Founder, Aahwahan

24th July 2025: Innomotics India Pvt. Ltd., part of the German-based Innomotics GmbH, a globally leading supplier of electric motors and large drive systems, recently launched their CSR Program in India. The program was developed on the framework of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and focuses on the key pillars of Education and Sustainability. The goal is to support economically disadvantaged communities by enabling children to have access to quality education, health and care. The core of the education program is the creation of the Innomotics INGenius Scholarship Program. This scholarship program serves as a gateway for exceptional students to embark on a journey of knowledge and skill development in the fields of engineering and technology. The INGenius program

21st July 2025: In a significant stride towards transforming foundational education, SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with DEVI Sansthan, inaugurated smart classrooms in 40 government schools across the districts of Ayodhya, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi. The launch ceremony recently took place at the World Unity Convention Centre, CMS LDA Campus, Lucknow. The event was graced by Mr. Mrigank Jain, Managing Director of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd., as the Chief Guest, alongside other dignitaries, including Shri Alok Ranjan, IAS, Former Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The initiative, part of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt Ltd’s CSR program “Smart Shiksha”, aims to bring digital learning tools and innovative teaching methods to underserved communities. Each classroom is