I recently had the privilege of leading the Indian delegation of Vice Chancellors of Indian Universities to Australia, where we engaged in discussions on collaborations with Australian universities. As an educationist, I fully understand the immense benefits of these international partnerships. However, this experience made me wonder—do students truly recognize the value of such collaborations? When …
University campuses are typically buzzing with energy, but as February and March approach, they take on a worn, quiet atmosphere. Students often retreat to their rooms, libraries, or study spaces, preparing for their upcoming exams. In India, the Board Examinations—specifically the 10th and 12th-grade exams—are often seen as the most stressful events in a student’s life. …
When the Kumbh Mela was announced a few months ago, set to take place in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, I felt a strong desire to take a dip in Sangam which is a confluence of 3 rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. At first, I knew little about the significance of the Kumbh Mela, …
I frequently interact with several business leaders across industries…Leaders with astute leadership abilities have introduced pathbreaking changes and left an indelible mark on their industry. So, this has made me wonder as to what sets them apart? Is their thought process definitely different from many others? Is it their individualistic personality? Is it their upbringing? Or …
I recently had the chance to visit my alma mater, Byramjee Jeejeeboy Medical College, better known as BJ Medical College—one of the top medical colleges in the country. I spent nearly a decade studying there to earn my MBBS degree, followed by an MD in obstetrics and gynaecology, all within the same institution and at Sassoon …
Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, a visionary in education and the founder of Symbiosis, was recently conferred with the prestigious Chancellor’s Award from Aston University, marking a historic moment in the institution’s 44-year tradition. This accolade, the highest recognition bestowed by the university, carries special significance as Dr. Mujumdar becomes the first international figure and the first Indian …
As I see the students on the Symbiosis campus, I ask myself, “What role do universities play in their lives?” I often find the answer to be “an all-encompassing one!” Yes, the university where the student is studying and residing becomes the home where the student gains life skills and an arena for innovation through creativity. …
We will be celebrating Makar Sankranthi this week, albeit under different names in the various states of India. However, the significant factor that connects this festival everywhere is that it is a harvest festival and we celebrate it with so much fun and gaiety, as it is the first festival of the year. It is a …
The new year began with a focus on spiritual growth. We visited the Tirumala Devasthana in Tirupati, where we had the blessed opportunity to receive darshan of Tirupati Balaji. Prior to that, we explored another ancient and beautiful temple, the Sri Kalahasti Temple in Andhra Pradesh, which has stood for over a thousand years. This temple …
Time can sometimes feel like it drags on, while at other times, it seems to pass by in the blink of an eye. For me, 2024 flew by quickly, largely due to a series of personal and professional milestones throughout the year. One of the most significant events this year was the inauguration of the Dubai …