International Articles
UNESCO - Why educating women is more important than we realize
The Stri or the Female Energy is the creatrix, mother of all gods, conqueror of all evil, dispenser of all boons in the Indian culture. She is considered the divine power of the universe from where all beings are born. This divine female energy is worshipped with intense adoration and devotion in India.…
QS Magazine - Unlocking Deeper Learning
India’s earliest systems of education comprised of gurus who taught in gurukuls and ashrams amidst nature. Later, these systems of education got institutionalised and gave birth to famous universities such as Takshila and Nalanda where education was designed to address the uniqueness in each student…
QS Magazine - India Can Lead Global Education Innovation
The Indian people, historically, have attended to matters of teaching and learning with a sense of sacredness. In a glorious bygone era, about 1,000 years back, India fuelled a knowledge revolution and was considered the Education Capital of the World Education historians have highlighted ...
Policy Advisory
QS Magazine - Unlocking Deeper Learning
India’s earliest systems of education comprised of gurus who taught in gurukuls and ashrams amidst nature. Later, these systems of education got institutionalised and gave birth to famous universities such as Takshila and Nalanda where education was designed to address the uniqueness in each student…
TOI - Why educating women is more important than we realize
The Stri or the Female Energy is the creatrix, mother of all gods, conqueror of all evil, dispenser of all boons in the Indian culture. She is considered the divine power of the universe from where all beings are born…
Deccan Herald - Period Leave
Period leave is a concept that offers women a chance to take leaves during periods.It is a topic that has been debated in various countries and legal forums.Spain and South Korea have already implemented menstrual leave policies, while India is still deliberating…
Thought Leadership
The Hindu - Why we need to promote lifelong learning skills
Generally speaking, learning can be defined as a process that brings together personal and environmental experiences and influences to acquire, enrich or modify one’s knowledge, skills, values, attitudes, behaviour and world views. According to the UNESCO’s International Bureau of Education…
The Statesman - Education Assessment System
Understanding Students’ Needs
Education should focus on nurturing individual strengths rather than ranking students by marks. Every student learns differently, and assessments must reflect this diversity.
Types of Assessments – Beyond exams…
The Hindu - Learning Never Ends
Learning is no longer a one-time event confined to the early years of life. In today’s dynamic world, it is a continuous process that evolves with time, technology, and societal needs. Skills-based education is at the heart of this transformation, encouraging individuals to become solution seekers…
The Statesman - What children know Vs. What they should know
Understanding the gap between what children currently know and what they should ideally know is essential for effective learning. This concept, often referred to as “unfinished…
The Statesman - Leadership by Consciousness
Leadership today is evolving beyond traditional authoritative models into more conscious, inclusive, and empathetic forms. Emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and social responsibility are now essential traits for effective leaders…
Deccan Herald - Why a teacher’s words matter
When students do not follow essential class agreements, they test the boundaries with their teacher. When they pause to absorb the beauty of a rainbow, they maybe craving to learn the science behind this phenomenon. According to the principles of serve and return, whenever the learners express…
Education Practices
TOI - Teacher as influencers: Shaping values and skills for a transformative future
Children are impressionable creatures. They emulate the environment they are raised in and therefore constantly mimic the behaviour patterns of the adults in their lives, for the good and for the bad. The physical, mental, and emotional environment in which children grow and develop…
The Statesman - Importance of logical thinking & analytical skills in children
Logical thinking and analytical skills are essential for children’s cognitive development. These abilities help them solve problems, make decisions, and understand complex concepts. Encouraging these skills from an early age prepares children to navigate academic and real-life challenges with confidence…
The Statesman - The Future of Education: Collaborative Learning
Collaborative learning is transforming classrooms across India. Instead of focusing solely on individual performance, schools are encouraging students to work together, share ideas, and solve problems as a team. This approach fosters deeper understanding, creativity, and innovation…
The Statesman - Importance of foundation skills of literacy and numbers among children
Foundational skills in literacy and numeracy are essential for children’s academic success and lifelong learning. These skills—reading, writing, and arithmetic—form the basis for all future education and help children become autonomous, take initiative, and develop…
The Hindu - Put the student at the centre
Modern education is shifting from traditional teacher-led instruction to student-centered learning. This approach emphasizes student agency, engagement, and personalized learning experiences. Learners are encouraged to move from being passive consumers of information o active producers of knowledge…
Academic Guidance
The Hindu - Teacher as influencers: Shaping values and skills for a transformative future
Indians have historically referred to economics as arthashastra ; a combination of the Sanskrit words artha , meaning the acquisition of material wealth, pursuit of career and a home life and shastra meaning treatise or book…
The Statesman - Why are interdisciplinary programs getting popular among university students
Interdisciplinary programmes are gaining popularity among university students as they offer a unique blend of multiple disciplines to address complex global challenges. These programmes combine knowledge from various fields—such as science…
The Statesman - Preparing students for the new emerging world
In today’s rapidly changing global landscape, education must evolve to equip students with a broad set of skills and attributes. The focus is shifting toward holistic development across multiple domains…
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