By: Monica Malhotra Kandhari, Managing Director of AASOKA by MBD Group When the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 was launched, it was greeted as a roadmap for the transformation of India’s education system. Its beauty lies in the promise of providing holistic, inclusive, and flexible learning approaches with emphasis on accessibility, equity, and quality. However,…
Dr. Monica Gulati, Executive dean Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, LPU Over the last few years, private universities have become significant contributors to research and innovation, thereby altering the Indian higher education landscape. These institutions that were conventionally perceived as teaching-focused are now establishing robust ecosystems, promoting entrepreneurial ventures, industry collaborations, as well as cutting-edge…
By: Nikhil Barshikar, Founder & CEO, Imarticus Learning, and Chairman, Advisory Council, Imarticus School of Finance & Business In today’s hyper-connected, rapidly evolving global economy, the gap between traditional education and industry-ready skills has never been more apparent. Employers across finance, technology, and business are increasingly seeking graduates who combine academic excellence with practical experience,…
By: Niyati Handa, Co-founder and Director, Eklavya Early Years Education must be recognised as an essential national infrastructure of equal magnitude to roads, bridges, hospitals, water, and electricity. It constitutes the backbone of a nation’s progress and democratic strength. Without well-rounded human development anchored in values, civic responsibility, curiosity, and independent thinking, a society stagnates…
By Eela Dubey, Founder & CEO, EduFund The nature of how the younger generation thinks about education in the current era, has been drastically altered. The attitude is unprecedented compared to the times of their parents. Kids these days possess the nature of being well-informed with their career choices, the price tag for the degree,…
By Dr. Akram Ahmad (PhD), Researcher, Global Healthcare Career Coach, Founder & CEO, Academically Global The McKinsey Health Institute has projected a shortage of at least 10 million healthcare workers by 2030 across the world. The gap threatens not only patient care but also the resilience of health systems and economies. The world is on…
By Sanjay Laul, Founder of MSM Unify For decades, Indian students dreaming of studying abroad had four go-to destinations: the US, the UK, Canada, and Australia. While these countries still dominate the international education market, hosting over half of the world’s overseas students, a quieter shift began to accelerate. This shift, which started in 2024,…
By: Mr. Pankaj Agarwal, Founder & CEO of TagHive The Indian EdTech sector is undergoing a significant transformation. While the initial boom focused on online learning platforms and digital content, the emphasis is now shifting toward integrated, impactful, and sustainable solutions that address real classroom challenges. Despite high enrollment rates, many students, particularly in lower…
By: Shashank Goenka, Founder and Managing Director of Finland International School (FIS) A landmark moment is unfolding in Indian education. In June 2025, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis officially awarded five top international universities with Letters of Intent to create campuses in Navi Mumbai and Panvel. This decision, endorsed by India’s National Education…
By: Sanjay Laul, Founder of MSM Unify The global pursuit of an international degree no longer requires a plane ticket. Here comes the new era of borderless international education, with students from emerging countries accessing world-class programs without leaving their home, is taking hold. The UK’s Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) revealed that the number…
