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April 15, 2025e-Paper
Published – April 15, 2025 11:57 pm IST
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Youth for India Fellowship
SBI Foundation, the CSR arm of State Bank Group, invites applications for the 13th edition of the Youth for India Fellowship programme.The 13-month Fellowship is open to people from all backgrounds who will work and collaborate with rural communities and NGOs to to address critical challenges, create sustainable solutions, transform lives and drive meaningful change in communities.
Eligibility: Indian citizens, Overseas Citizens of India, or citizens of Bhutan and Nepal who have completed a Bachelor’s degree or will complete it before 1 October 2025 and are within the 21 to 32 years age bracket.
Deadline: April 30
For more details and to register, visit http://apply.youthforindia.org
Summer School
SP Jain School of Global Management has launched its online Global Summer Tech Fellowship and in campus Global Summer Programme in Contemporary Business Management for 2025.
Eligibility: Students from Classes 9 to 12
Dates: Fellowship (May 19 to June 12); Summer Programme (May 19 to 26)
Details at https://tinyurl.com/3z6syh37 and https://tinyurl.com/yc7h6cye
Admissions and scholarships
FORE School of Management invites applications for its Full-Time Fellow Programme in Management.
Eligibility: First-class Master’s degree and valid scores in GATE, GRE, GMAT, UGC-NET or JRF, CSIR, or the FORE Entrance Test.
Deadline: April 28
For more, visit https://www.fsm.ac.in/
The CFA Institute is offering the Investment Foundations Certificate at a discounted price of $79 for students currently enrolled full-time at a recognised university, high school, or college. Details at https://tinyurl.com/3sdxhn6k
Alliance University invites applications for its UG programmes in Business, Engineering, Law, Liberal Arts, Design, Media Studies, Sciences, Public Policy and Performing arts. Deadline is April 30. For programme details, eligibility criteria and more, visit apply.alliance.edu.in
IIT Guwahati invites applications for its B.S (Hons.) in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Eligibility: Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with Maths as a compulsory subject.
Deadline: May 30
Details at www.iitg.ac.in/oes/odp/
Whistling Woods International invites applications for its Diploma, UG and PG courses in Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Music Production, Animation, Game Design, Fashion Design, Acting, Media & Communication, Visual Communication and so on. Entrance exams will be held on April 24, 25 and 26. For more information, visit https://www.whistlingwoods.co.in/
The University of East Anglia, the U.K., invites applications for its M.Sc. in Global Public Health programme commencing in September. Scholarships are available (https://tinyurl.com/mr35bnkd).
Eligibility: UK Bachelors degree 2.2 or equivalent. Overall IELTS score of 6 with 6 in writing and speaking and 5.5 in reading and listening.
Details at https://tinyurl.com/4w3zm28h
The University of Sheffield, the U.K., invites applications for its M.Sc. Robotics course starting in September. International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarships are available.
Eligibility: Minimum 60% from a recognised university in a relevant subject with relevant modules. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Deadline: May 12
Details at https://tinyurl.com/3xrs52c7
Dr. Agarwal’s Institute of Optometry invites applications for its Bachelor’s and Master’s courses in Optometry. Scholarships are available.
Eligibility: For UG, class 12 with majors in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and Maths or Computer Science as optional papers. For Master’s, a Bachelor’s in Optometry from a recognised university.
Deadline: August 31
For more visit https://www.dragarwal.com/study/
The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, the U.K., is offering the Faculty of Engineering International Scholarships for the following subjects: Aeronautical Engineering, Architecture, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Design Manufacture and Engineering Management, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Naval Architecture Ocean and Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Product Design, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Renewable Energy, Sports Engineering.
Eligibility: Self-funded, international (non-EU) fee-paying applicants who hold an offer to study a full-time course in 2025-26.
Deadline: September 12
Details at https://tinyurl.com/mrtwe763
NEET and JEE classes
Motion Education has launched its Classroom Programmes for JEE and NEET aspirants for 2025–26. Both programmes will have three groups depending on the class the student is in. Scholarships are available through through the Motion Open Scholarship Test (MOST). Details at www.motion.ac.in
Study Abroad Loan Fest
Lorien Finance is hosting a study abroad loan fest till June 30. It will offer zero-hassle loan processing, expert counselling, and rewards for successful applicants. For more, visit https://tinyurl.com/6v4wva4m
Events
According to the Intellectual Property India Annual Report released by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks, Government of India, Lovely Professional University has filed 1,418 patents in 2023-24.
Woxsen University’s AI Research Centre has developed an AI-Driven Bio-Induced Necrobotic System that integrates biologically derived actuators, real-time AI control, and sustainable design principles to support high-precision, minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Orchids The International School launched the Orchids Young Entrepreneurs Programme for students from classes 6 to 10. Sabeer Bhatia, entrepreneur and co-founder of Hotmail and ShowReel, spoke to the students about turning ideas into reality.
Glion Institute of Higher Education has appointed Philippe Vignon as its new Managing Director from June 16. He is a member of the Advisory Committee of the Doyof Al Rahman Programme (Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia), and acts as a board advisor to Cabanner.
SBI College Youth Hackathon 2025 announced the top 10 student start-ups from over 15,000 ideas. Over 44,000 students from 1,000 colleges across 200 cities participated. Tech entrepreneur Vivek Wadhwa delivered the keynote at the finale.
BITS School of Management announced 100% Summer Internship Placement for its fourth MBA Class of 2024-26). Recruiters included JP Morgan Chase , Bank of America, IDFC First Bank, Ambit Finvest, ICICI Bank, among others.
ITC Classmate announced the winners of its Classmate All Rounder (CAR) programme in the presence of the chief guest Joseph Emmanuel, Chairperson, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations. The two winning teams – junior and senior categories – were awarded prizes and a trophy.
Sterlite EdIndia Foundation and the Chhattisgarh State Education and Research Council conducted a State Level Teaching Plan Competition 2025 to revolutionise teacher training in India. Thirty-six student-teachers from 18 institutions across the state participated.
The Department of Optometry and the Marketing team, in collaboration with the Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, the Department of Hotel Management, and the Nursing Department of ITM VUG conducted a free health check-up camp, at Sayajibaug, Vadodara.
Researchers from Newcastle University uncovered 69 previously unknown genetic factors associated with rare diseases, including uncommon forms of epilepsy and schizophrenia. The study was published in the journal Nature.
JBCN International School, Borivali, launched the Svasthi Conclave for over 50 principals from Mumbai. Speakers included author Devdutt Pattanaik, psychiatrist Dr. Harish Shetty, Professor of Organisational Behaviour Keith D’Souza, former director of Mayo College Lt. Gen. Surendar Kulkarni, and health technologist Nicolas D’Souza spoke.
KLH Deemed-to-be University, Hyderabad, hosted a Capacity Building Workshop on Global Navigation Satellite System: Reflectometry by the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) to enhance skill sets in an advanced technique that leverages reflected satellite signals to gather critical environmental data.
ITM Vocational University, Gujarat, organised an industrial visit to ISRO and TOPS Technologies, Ahmedabad, for 80 students of BCA and B.Tech programmes, and faculty members.
Crio has integrated Generative AI into its existing Full Stack Software Engineering programmes, which will henceforth be known as the Fellowship Program in Software Development with Gen-AI. Participants will gain practical exposure to leading frameworks such as OpenAI, Cursor, Bolt, CrewAI, and LangChain, among others.
Researchers from Prof. Preetam Sarkar, Associate Professor, Department of Food Process Engineering, and his team from NIT Rourkela have developed an intelligent food packaging film using natural and biodegradable materials. A paper on the study was published in in Food Packaging and Shelf Life.
The Somaiya School of Civilisation Studies at Somaiya Vidyavihar University launched its peer-reviewed journal Transarea, and announced projects by four research centres: Centre for Kachchh and Desert Studies, Centre for Himalayan and Mountain Studies, Centre for Asian and Area Studies, and Centre for Indian Ocean and Transoceanic Studies. It also introduced new degree programmes: B.A. and M.A. in Liberal Arts. It also announced that the fourth edition of Immerse, its art exhibition, will showcase the work of selected artists through curated exhibitions, open studios, and public conversations. It will be open to the public till May 5.
IIM Bangalore’s Data Centre and Analytics Lab hosted the seventh annual Women in Data Science (WiDS) Conference. Women leaders from Accenture, Biocon Biologics, Deloitte, EXL, and more shared insights on their work experience.
O.P. Jindal Global University organised a three-day national convention on Dr Ambedkar’s legacy, to celebrate his 134th birth anniversary. R. Venkataramani, Attorney General for India, inaugurated the event.
The School of Law, UPES, launched an Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality Legal Simulation Lab, which was inaugurated by Subramanian Swamy, Former Minister of Law and Justice, India.
XLRI Delhi-NCR held its fourth convocation in which 221 students (from the PGDM Business Management and PGDM Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development streams) received their degrees. Bhargav Dasgupta, VP-Market Solutions, Asian Development Bank, Manila, was the Chief Guest
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with Techno India University, hosted NextGen HR Tech-Conclave. The event brought together industry leaders, government representatives, academicians and students to explore the intersection of Human Resources and Technology.
Hariyana International Academy inaugurated its new campus. Prof. Anuradha Lohia was the Chief Guest, along with Padma Shri Sajjan Bhajanka and Hari Krishna Chaudhary as guests of honour.
Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity organised a special webinar by Kristel Anbu, Lead Game Designer, Zynga Game, for over for 5,000 students as part of its Behind the Screens initiative.
Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies inaugurated its NVIDIA Data Center and Quantum Lab at the Vivekananda School of Engineering and Technology.
The Department of Biotechnology at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET), Patiala, inaugurated BIO3: Biotechnology, Biomanufacturing, and Bioeconomy. The chief guest Prof. Ashwani Pareek, Executive Director, BRIC-NABI, Mohali, delivered the keynote address.
Ability Advocacy launched Krivi.ai, a mobile application that connects parents, therapy centres, therapists, educators, and researchers and offers a data-driven, and collaborative approach to autism management.
Nagaland University celebrated its seventh convocation ceremony with 6,683 graduates, postgraduates and doctoral candidates being awarded degrees. La Ganesan, Governor of Nagaland, was the chief guest.
ViewSonic Corp has certified Shraddha’s Children Academy, Chennai, as a Future School in India for its use of ViewSonic’s integrated EdTech ecosystem.
St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies, has announced that more than 1,000 graduates have secured residencies in 20 specialties across 41 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S., in the 2025 match cycle.
Surveys
A study by MSM Unify reveals that policy changes in Anglophone destinations are altering international student’s mobility patterns. While countries like Canada and Australia are seeing a dip in applications, Germany, France, and Finland are emerging as attractive alternatives by leveraging progressive policies and affordability.
LeapScholar has released The Ultimate Guide to Studying in Germany, a book that explores the motivations, preferences, and trends shaping the choices of Indian students pursuing higher education in Germany. The book is available at https://tinyurl.com/372dfh9a
ApplyBoard’s Student Pulse sheds light on the evolving priorities of international students. Key findings are: 77% cited cost as the most important factor in choosing a programme. Affordability concerns are driving interest in alternatives such as Denmark, Finland, Nigeria, Italy, and the Netherlands.
College Vidya unveiled a study showcasing the rise of Online Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programmes over traditional Ph.D.s in business-related fields. It highlighted a 30% month-on-month enrollment growth for DBAs.
Awards and laurels
Sejal Rajawat, a Fashion Design student from IIAD, won the first prize at the National Fashion Design Competition 2025 organised by the Amity School of Fashion Technology.
Zell Education was honoured by Finance Outlook India as one of the 10 Most Promising Finance Learning Platforms 2025.
Vidyamandir Classes secured an Excellence Award in the category of JEE and NEET Preparation for 2024-25 at the Delhi Icon Awards presented by Radio City.
Mohan Babu University was awarded a 3.5-star rating by the Institution Innovation Council, Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Ed-tech start-up GeniusMentor was awarded the Best Use of AI in Education title at the fifth edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit and Awards (GAISA).
MoUs and partnerships
UPES Dehradun signed an MoU with the University of Law, the U.K., to launch a Centre of Excellence (CoE) that will facilitate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, satellite centres, and a start-up incubator to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty, among others.
Shoolini University signed an MoU with AWaDH (Technology Innovation Hub), IIT Ropar to introduce a joint Minor Programme in Artificial Intelligence. The institutions will establish a Cyber Physical System Laboratory, dedicated to research and technological advancements across disciplines.
Dr. Agarwal’s Institute of Optometry signed an MoU with VIT Chennai to integrate AI into optometry education and research and develop next-generation diagnostic tools.
IMS Noida signed an MoU with the Indo-Icelandic Business Association to enhance international collaboration and foster international learning.
SBI Funds Management partnered with Ambuja Foundation to establish new skill training centres in Gandhinagar and Sanand in Gujarat, and Una in Himachal Pradesh to train and equip over 3,600 youth with essential skills.
The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) signed an MoU with PES University to assess the latter’s Advanced Skilling courses in the Automation and allied domains, ensuring enhanced career opportunities for students.
EcoTasar has signed an MoU with Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, to foster innovation in silk research and focus on joint research initiatives, technological exchange, and skill development.
IIIT Delhi and I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics (IHFC), IIT-Delhi’s Technology Innovation Hub, have partnered to establish a Co-Innovation Center at the Centre for Intelligent Product Development at IIIT-Delhi. This initiative is designed to foster innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.
The Millennium Schools and The Indus Entrepreneurs launched the TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) programme to allow students to explore startups through structured learning modules, mentorship from industry leaders, and hands-on business experiences.
Birla Open Minds collaborated with Centrado to introduce a STEM learning programme across its schools and integrate technologies such as AI, IoT, and Robotics.
Published – April 15, 2025 11:57 pm IST
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