The ISB Institute of Data Science (IIDS), in collaboration with the Cyber Peace Foundation and supported by Google.org, recently concluded its Hackathon at the Hyderabad campus of the Indian School of Business (ISB). The event brought together 28 teams to address critical challenges posed by the proliferation of AI-generated misinformation and deepfakes. “This Hackathon showcased the remarkable talent and ingenuity …

11th Batch of SBI Youth for India Fellowship completes its fellowship The SBI Foundation recently held the valediction ceremony to celebrate the culmination of a 13-month journey for 53 young Fellows from across India, 60% of females that comprised the 11th batch of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship. The program’s alumni base now comprises over 580 Fellows, of whom …

The short-term programs will be in physical mode with the courses taught by IIT Madras Faculty and is aimed at Engineering/Diploma/ Science Students & Graduates with Electronics Background   IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation is partnering with the SWAYAM Plus initiative of the Union Education Ministry to launch a training program in the Semiconductor Industry for Students and graduates. This Skill-based Training Program …

Vivek K Singh, Co-founder and CEO, Careerera  The GST exemption on Research and Development (R&D) grants recommended in the 54th GST Council meeting held in September will have a transformative impact and help boost research activities by HEIs in India. As per the decision of the Council, this measure will support research initiatives and boost the research outcomes. This exemption relieves …

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) commemorated its 65th Foundation Day with a landmark celebration that brought together distinguished alumni, students, faculty and other stakeholders on Nov 2. Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event showcased IIT Kanpur’s legacy in shaping national progress and advancing global knowledge, while recognizing the extraordinary contributions …

Dr. Bipin Sony, Assistant Professor, Vidyashilp University The trinity of smartphone, affordable internet and EdTech platforms has fundamentally altered the academic landscape. For teachers who received most of their training in pre-digital or early digital era, it can often be challenging to engage with students who are tech-savvy and seeking quick information. The conventional role of the teacher as the …