Veranda Learning Solutions Limited (“Veranda”), a listed edtech company (BSE: 543514, NSE: VERANDA) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire T.I.M.E. (Advanced Educational Activities Pvt Ltd). For a consideration of Rs. 287 crores, this 100% acquisition will be in a phased manner with 80% of the outstanding capital along with management control in phase 1, followed by the purchase of …
World Earth Day is a reminder for us to protect and nurture mother earth and its species, to make it a better place for the coming generations. And, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation by exactly saying so in a video through tweeter: “#EarthDay is about expressing gratitude to Mother Earth for her kindness and reiterating our commitment to …
REaD campaign to foster a love of reading among children, launched by Oxford University Press (OUP) India on April 22 also witnessed a panel discussion on the importance of reading led by renowned educationalists, publishers, animators and writers. The engaging panel discussion was led by esteemed thought leaders such as Dr. Biswajit Saha, Director, Skill Education and Training, CBSE; Dr. …
Stratbeans Learning Solutions, a learning management solutions (LMS) provider, launched Bytecasting-a curated solution targeted towards Learning & Development (L&D) teams, Instructional Designers, and LMS admins.. This first-of-its-kind solution facilitates development, sharing, optimization for various bandwidths and mobile learning, as well as editing and managing legacy content capabilities to customize author eLearning content. “We are excited to announce the release of …
With the rise of automation, the future of work and education is uncertain. AI is advancing rapidly in the workplace and taking over many of the jobs that were once thought to be safe. These realities and possibilities have an effect on the education system too. Has our education system kept pace with the change and adapted to 21st-century mindset? …
Over 4000 organisations from more than 30 industries, including power, retail, telecommunications, IT/ITeS, electronics, automotive, and others, participated in the Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela on April 21. Individuals having a 5th–12th grade pass certificate, a skill training certificate, an ITI Diploma, or a graduate degree were eligible to participate in the PM Apprenticeship Mela. The main objective of this …
