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Global Institute of Management and Technology & Global College of Science and Technology – Verticals of Global Knowledge Campus Host IBM Skill Build Session for Students

Nationwide Release: 29th August, 2025 —The Placement Cell of Global Knowledge Campus organized a transformative IBM Skill Build Session across all labs and the central seminar hall, bringing together students from diverse technology-driven disciplines to explore next-generation skills for the digital economy on 26^th August,2025.

There was also a high level of participation and a total of 221 students participated partaking in the interactive sessions of which, about 200 were directly involved in the interactive sessions. Students of B. Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, BCA, and B.Sc. in Data Science attended the program, indicating the increased need for technical expertise in the current job market, which is very competitive.

Highlights of the IBM Skill Build Session:

• Practice-based Learning: Hands-on laboratory exercises designed to simulate real-world problem-solving using the IBM Skill Build model.
• Exposure to Emerging Technologies: Discussions on cloud computing, AI, data science, and software development practices as critical areas of focus.
• Industry-Academia Integration: Bridging classroom learning with global industry expectations, enhancing students’ career readiness and placement opportunities.

“This is seen through the successful participation of our students in the IBM Skill Build session, with many receiving awards in self-efficacy and compliance with industry expectations. Such a large-scale initiative of building skills closes the loop between theoretical education and practical skills, which will help our students to be fully prepared in the industry. It’s not only cases of technical skills, but it also deals with instilling confidence, adaptability, and innovation-based thinking, said Principal of Global Institute of Management and Technology, Dr. Sudipto Bhattacharyya of Global Knowledge Campus.

Adding to this, Subhankar Das, Executive Chairman of Global Knowledge Campus, emphasized the institution’s vision: “At Global Knowledge Campus, we are committed to shaping future-ready professionals who can thrive in an evolving global economy. The IBM Skill Build program exemplifies our mission to integrate industry-aligned skills into the academic framework, ensuring our students graduate with the competence, creativity, and confidence needed to excel in their careers.”

The initiative aligns with the vision of Global Knowledge Campus to seamlessly integrate theory with practice while preparing students for a rapidly changing technology sector. Regular workshops, equal access to upskilling opportunities, and programs like IBM Skill Build place the campus at the forefront of nurturing globally competitive professionals.

Vedam School of Technology Opens Doors to Founding Batch with a Transformative Orientation Week

Pune, 28th August 2025 – Vedam School of Technology, in partnership with Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU), opened its doors to the institute’s founding batch – Class of 2025–29, with a dynamic five-day Orientation Week (August 11–15) that set the tone for an AI-first, project-driven culture. The inception program brought together industry leaders, creators, parents, and students, reflecting Vedam’s vision of nurturing innovators, and not just graduates.

The inaugural ceremony underscored the collaborative vision of Vedam and ADYPU to build an institution rooted in innovation and practical learning. The presence of ADYPU dignitaries including Vice Chancellor Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain (Vice Chancellor, ADYPU), Dean of Academics Dr. Sunil Ingole, and Registrar Dr. Sudhakar Shinde, alongside Vedam Co-founder Piyush Nangru, set the tone for the institution’s bold commitment: “You won’t just study technology, you will build, pitch, and launch real-world solutions from day one”.

Industry voices played a central role in shaping the week. Mayur Datar, IIT Bombay, Stanford; VP Applied Sciences, Microsoft, spoke on the ‘AI Renaissance’ and urged students to join the GenAI revolution. Ankit Aggarwal, Founder & CEO, Unstop, stressed skills over resumes, Anurag Gaggar, SVP Product, MakeMyTrip, highlighted self as the ultimate product, while Ankit Agarwal, Managing Partner, Alteria Capital and Prabhat Pankaj, CTO, Shine.com, inspired with conviction and resilience.

A creator panel, ‘Beyond the Algorithm,’ with Nishant Chahar (Head of Program Design at Vedam, Ex- Microsoft), Yash Garg (Content creator, student counsellor, Bain &Co), Kavach Khanna (Content creator, mentor, Ex-EY), and Urvi Goel (Content Creator, SDE at Microsoft) explored entrepreneurship, personal branding, and the creator-to-founder journey. Mentorship sessions by Basant Rawat (SDE at Angel One) and Ekta Shah (Data Scientist at MSCI) offered a 30-day roadmap: learn Git, build a project, showcase it, and seek mentor feedback for real-world exposure. Subhesh Kumar (Head of Academic Delivery at Vedam), walked them through Vedam’s Innovation Labs and student clubs, explaining how these platforms will shape their hands-on learning and community experience.

Emphasizing that Vedam is being built for today’s learners, Piyush Nangru, Co-founder, Vedam School of Technology, said, “Vedam is building more than a college — we are creating a community where conviction, collaboration, and curiosity define the path to progress. This is a place where technology meets ingenuity; where students can move beyond textbooks and shape ideas into real solutions. Our aim is to prepare young minds to drive the next wave of transformation.”

With a selective intake of top achievers, including 97+ JEE Main percentilers, Vedam’s founding batch reflected academic excellence and creative spirit. Their energy came alive in initiatives like ‘Pitch Please’ and Fresher’s Night, while parents engaged with the institute’s leadership team, through ‘Breakfast with Founder’ sessions, campus tours, and praised Vedam’s blend of “wisdom, tradition, and forward-looking” learning.

For the founding class, the Orientation Week was more than just an induction – it marked the beginning of a movement where education goes beyond familiarity with technology to creating solutions that matter.

JD Institute of Fashion Technology and JD School of Design Launch Future-Ready Digital Design Experience Programs in Bengaluru

“These are not degree courses but innovation incubators for students and professionals alike,” said Mr. Nealesh Dalal, Founder at JD School of Design and Managing Trustee at JD Educational Trust. “It doesn’t matter how many years you’ve spent studying in today’s competitive age, but how equipped you are to innovate, solve, and contribute to a world-first digital era. AI, virtual reality, real-time rendering, and interactive storytelling are not trends; they are changing industries. Our students are not only being taught design tools; they are being prepared to innovate, lead, and transform in a rapidly changing digital world.”

MoU between MGM University and Koppal University

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, 26^th August 2025: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Mahatma Gandhi Mission University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Koppal University, Karnataka. This agreement, which promotes innovation, research and collaboration in the field of higher education, is of great importance to both the institutions.  This MoU was signed under the guidance of Ankushrao Kadam, Chancellor of MGM University.

Koppal University signs MoU in the university’s administrative building the agreement was signed by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. B.K. Ravi and Vice Chancellor of MGM University Prof. Dr. Vilas Sapkal. The agreement focuses on academic exchange, joint initiatives, language development, training, skill development and implementation of research projects.

During this MoU, Registrar Dr. Ashish Gadekar, Dean Dr. H.H. Shinde, Dean Dr. Rekha Shelke, Dr. Prapti Deshmukh, Founder John Chelladurai, Dean Dr. Ranit Kishore, Principal Dr. Vijaya Musande, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Parminder Kaur, Director Dr. Sharvari Tamane, Director Shubha Mahajan, Public Relations Officer Shrikant Yerule and all the concerned dignitaries were present.

As per the agreement, the two universities will organize student and faculty exchanges, joint workshops and conferences, startup and innovation initiatives, skills and training. This agreement will be used to provide quality education and career opportunities to students in particular. This will further strengthen the academic cooperation between the two universities and various initiatives can be undertaken in the near future.

Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram Diploma Awardees Felicitated by Australian Envoy and Celebrity Chef

August 26th, 2025: Le Cordon Bleu (LCB) Gurugram campus hosted a special ceremony today to celebrate the Diploma Award Ceremony of the 5th batch of outgoing students. The event, held from 11:00 am onwards, marked a milestone in the journey of students enrolled in DICA (Diploma in Culinary Arts) and DIPA (Diploma in Pastry Arts).

The ceremony was graced by the presence of Chief Guest, H.E. Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India. He was accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Esther Tolmos, who is an alumnus of Le Cordon Bleu campus in Peru. Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram campus is one of 35 campuses worldwide and the only campus in India as of now. Recently, LCB celebrated its 130th year, and Mr. Andre Cointreau, President of LCB International visited the India campus on the occasion.

Speaking at the event, Prof. Rajiv Gulshan, Dean, Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram, said “The Le Cordon Bleu certification is globally recognized and opens doors for our students to travel and to work across the world. To be conferred with the certification by H.E Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India, will further inspire our students to take their rightful place as professionals and as global citizens.”

Adding to this, H.E. Nicholas McCaffrey, High Commissioner of Australia to India, said “It is a privilege to be part of this important milestone for the students of Le Cordon Bleu Gurugram. The skills and knowledge you acquire here will serve as a strong foundation to excel in the global culinary industry. Australia and India share deep cultural ties, and cuisine is a powerful medium to strengthen this bond further. I congratulate each graduate today and encourage you to embrace innovation, creativity, and passion as you embark on your professional journeys.”

The Guest of Honour at the LCB Diploma Award ceremony was Celebrity Chef Rakesh Sethi, a renowned TV personality best known for his show Mirch Masala. He joined the celebrations to felicitate the graduating students. He also engaged with the incoming 7th batch of Diploma students, regaling them with stories of his culinary journey resulting in winning multiple awards like the Golden Hat Award in 2015, Celebrity Chef of the Year in 2018 and the Best Chef of India Award in 2022.

The event witnessed participation from over 300 students and 28 faculty members, with 54 students successfully completing their diploma programs this year. Spread over 50,000 sq.feet of space, LCB Gurugram campus comprises of state-of-the-art kitchens, smart classrooms and strong faculty profile drawn from industry and academia, and provides students with global exposure through workshops, guest lectures and internships. The occasion not only celebrated academic excellence but also highlighted the institute’s commitment to nurturing culinary talent for the global stage.

Jaro Education Recognized as EdTech Leader of the Year at ET Now Business Awards 2025

21 August 2025: Jaro Education has been named “EdTech Leader of the Year – Empowering India’s Professionals” at the ET Now Business Conclave & Awards 2025 (West Edition). The award was received by Dr. Sanjay Salunkhe, Chairman and MD, and Ms. Ranjita Raman, CEO, during a gathering of business leaders, policymakers, and innovators.

Strengthening the Role of Education for Professionals

This recognition comes on the heels of Jaro Education being awarded Leading EdTech Company at the Times Business Awards 2024. Together, these milestones reflect the company’s continued work in building access to quality higher and executive education for professionals across India.

Speaking on the award, Dr. Sanjay Salunkhe said:

“Our focus has always been on delivering education that makes a real difference in careers. This recognition encourages us to keep building programmes that professionals can rely on for growth and advancement.”

Adding to this, Ms. Ranjita Raman noted:

“Learners are at the centre of every initiative we take. This award is a reminder to keep strengthening our partnerships and solutions so professionals can be ready for the future of work.”

Impact and Way Forward

Jaro Education has worked with over 3.5 lakh learners, offering programmes in areas such as management, leadership, data science, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. By collaborating with top universities, it continues to bridge academic learning with industry needs.

The award reinforces Jaro Education’s role in supporting professionals as India prepares for new economic opportunities. The company remains focused on expanding access to learning that helps individuals build skills and move ahead in their careers.

Galgotias University, VLSI Society Ink MoU to Boost Semiconductor Innovation

Galgotias University Signs MoU with VLSI Society of India to Boost Semiconductor Research and Startup Ecosystem

Greater Noida, 21st August 2025 – Galgotias University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the VLSI Society of India (VSI) to accelerate research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the field of semiconductors. This collaboration marks the second MoU signed by the University to strengthen its semiconductor research initiatives, following an earlier agreement with Edupedia Technologies.

The University will soon establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Semiconductor Research, which has already garnered interest from several knowledge partners. The CoE aims to provide researchers and students with access to state-of-the-art facilities, fostering cutting-edge research and supporting India’s growing semiconductor ecosystem.

Under this MoU, Galgotias University and VSI will jointly conduct curriculum development, workshops, training programs, and capacity-building activities for students and faculty members of the country, added Dr. Satya Gupta, President of VLSI Society of India, during the occasion.

Highlighting the scope of collaboration, he noted:

“Through VSI’s industry volunteer network, students will gain access to expert lectures, live projects, internships, and mentorship opportunities at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.”

The partnership also aims to nurture the semiconductor startup ecosystem by offering techno-commercial mentorship, facilitating industry linkages, and enabling seed funding support. This collaboration is a vital step toward building an innovation-driven ecosystem that will support future semiconductor startups and strengthen academia-industry partnerships.

Looking ahead, Shri Suneel Galgotia, Chancellor, Galgotias University, remarked, “The initiative is expected to create a strong platform for fostering innovation-driven startups and enhancing India’s self-reliance in cutting-edge semiconductor technologies.”

Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, further added, “This MoU reflects our vision to bridge academia and industry by creating opportunities for students and researchers to contribute to India’s semiconductor mission. With strong industry partnerships and a robust ecosystem, Galgotias University is committed to driving the next wave of semiconductor innovation and entrepreneurship in the country.”

Internationally Acclaimed Author Dr. Birbal Jha to Empower Students with Employability Skills at Sri Arvind Mahila College on August 23

21st August 2025, Patna, Bihar : In a major stride toward empowering youth with 21st-century career competencies, Dr. Birbal Jha, noted author of international repute and social entrepreneur, will address students of Sri Arvind Mahila College, Patliputra University, in a high-impact seminar on Employability Skills scheduled for August 23, 2025.

The program is part of Dr. Jha’s broader outreach initiative, aimed at nurturing student confidence, communication, and workplace readiness. It resonates strongly with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, which envisions India as a developed nation by the centenary of Independence.

Speaking about the upcoming seminar, Dr. Jha said, “India’s future rests in the hands of its youth. Equipping them with the right skills and mindset is not just an academic exercise but a national responsibility. Through this initiative, I wish to see students become not only employable but also leaders of change.”

The session, being held at the invitation of Prof. Shadhana Thakur, Principal of Sri Arvind Mahila College, is aimed at sharpening students’ career readiness and equipping them with the confidence to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

Dr. Birbal Jha, Managing Director of British Lingua and pioneer of ‘English for Social Empowerment’ in India, is acclaimed for his work in employability, personality development and soft skills training. With decades of experience and global recognition, he has guided thousands of youths toward professional success. Students of Arvind Mahila College will now get the opportunity to learn directly from his expertise.

The session will focus on practical aspects of employability, including interview preparedness, effective resume writing, professional communication, cultivating a growth mindset, and exploring career opportunities. By equipping students with these crucial skills, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between academics and the demands of the job market, aligning with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 to prepare a confident, capable and future-ready workforce.

The event, free for all enrolled students, is expected to draw a full house. It reflects the college’s commitment to holistic education that extends beyond the classroom. Students have been urged to attend and actively participate in what promises to be a life-shaping session. Renowned self-help author Dr. Birbal Jha will be accompanied by a team of experts, including specialists in career guidance for the aviation sector.

Dr. Birbal Jha to Deliver Keynote at Ganga Devi Mahila Mahavidyalaya on Jobs and Vision for Viksit Bharat

Patna, August 21, 2025 : In a noteworthy academic initiative aimed at preparing India’s youth for a future-ready nation, Dr. Birbal Jha — acclaimed author, renowned English language expert, and founder of British Lingua — has been invited to deliver the keynote address at a seminar hosted by Ganga Devi Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Kankarbagh.

The seminar, titled “Job Avenues & Employability Skills: Aligning with the National Vision of Viksit Bharat @2047,” will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM at the college premises.

Often referred to as the ‘Father of English Language Training in India,’ Dr. Jha has played a transformative role in enhancing communication skills among youth across the country. Through British Lingua, he has led a mission to bridge linguistic gaps and empower individuals with the tools for professional success — earning recognition not just as a language trainer, but also as a social entrepreneur and educator.

Dr. Jha’s keynote is expected to offer a powerful blend of academic insight and actionable advice, focusing on how students can effectively align their skills and ambitions with India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. As the country navigates the challenges of a changing employment landscape, his perspective on skill-based education and communication excellence will be particularly relevant.

The event will be chaired by Prof. Vijay Lakshmi, Principal of the college, and will bring together students, faculty members, and invited guests from both academic and professional spheres.

Dr. Jha’s participation underscores the increasing emphasis on career-oriented learning and national development — themes that have remained central to his life’s work for decades.

“Empowering our youth with the right skills and mindset is not just about finding jobs — it’s about building the India we envision for 2047. Communication, confidence, and clarity are key.”. said Dr. Birbal Jha

Higher Education Institutes in India lack in Gender Diversity

By – Kalpesh Banker, Managing Partner at EduShine Search Partner

The higher education scenario in India today is at a Crossroads. While employment generation, competency mapping, and entrepreneurship development are critical, equally pressing is the need to have more women in leadership positions. A survey conducted by EduShine Search Partners found that out of 1352 HEIs in India including IITs, IIMs, public, private, and deemed universities, only 152 are headed by women. This translates into an abysmally low ratio of 11.24%, clearly underlining the lack of gender diversity in the leadership positions in HEIs.

The low participation of females in HEIs indicates the structural flaw and deep bias that continues to run into our society. In a similar survey in 2021, EduShine found the ratio of female participation in the leadership position at 9.56%. The current survey shows an increase of around 2% although at 11.24%, even today much is left to be desired. Especially when one starts making comparisons. In the US, UK, and Australia, 25% of the women head the HEIs with Brazil standing out at an exceptional ratio of 47.3%. Just so you know, around 25% of the world’s top 200 universities are headed by women.

Deliberating on the reason behind this low participation ratio, Kalpesh Banker, Managing Partner at EduShine Search Partners says, “There is a pressing need to undertaker structural reforms and project their success stories so that next-gen get inspired to achieve excellence in the field of education,”

One bright spot in the results of the survey is the performance of the Government Institutions. Central Universities with 14.04% women leaders outperformed deemed universities (13.76%) and state public universities (13.2%). The performance of private Universities is just about average (9.18%) while Institutes of National Importance (INI) are stacked at the bottom with 8.53%.

The worrisome statistic from the survey is the complete absence of women’s leadership in the technical domain – not even a single IIT is headed by a women leader. The scenario is not very different in the case of premier management institutes with only 2 out of 21 IIMs headed by the women. Similarly, only 1 has women at the helm of the affairs when it comes to AIIMS which are total 15 in the country.

“The low enrollment of women in technical education explains the complete absence of women leadership in technical institutes,” Kalpesh reasons, “this explains that out of 120 IITs, IIITs, NITs, and IISER, only 2 (1 NIT and 1 IIIT) are headed by women.”

A multi-pronged approach is required to increase the women leaders ratio in HEIs in India. This entails combining policy measures with socioeconomic reforms to push for enriching the diversity at top leadership positions. Summarily, the time has come to join the forces and put in decisive efforts so that gender diversity in HEIs in India reaches a respectable figure.