Grade P1 student Reyansh Aggarwal of Amity Global School Noida wins three Gold and one Silver medal at the 2nd Rise Inter Academy Gymnastics Competition hosted by Rise Sportyze
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Amity Global School Noida Student Reyansh Aggarwal Secures Four Medals at Inter-Academy Gymnastics Meet
Amity Global School Noida has recorded a strong showing at the 2nd Rise Inter Academy Gymnastics Competition, with one of its youngest students earning multiple podium finishes. Reyansh Aggarwal, a Grade P1 student, won a total of four medals at the competition, underlining the school’s emphasis on holistic development through both academics and sports.
Reyansh Aggarwal secured three Gold medals and one Silver medal across multiple events, impressing judges with his poise, flexibility and control. Competing against participants from different academies, he demonstrated consistency and composure beyond his age, earning appreciation from coaches and judges present at the event.
Commenting on the achievement, Amita Chauhan, Chairperson of Amity Group of Schools, said that the institution was extremely proud of Reyansh’s success at such a young age. She stated that nurturing sporting ability alongside academics plays a crucial role in developing discipline, self-assurance and well-rounded individuals, and that early exposure to sports is a key part of the school’s educational philosophy.
Reyansh’s achievement was acknowledged by the school community, with representatives congratulating him and highlighting the importance of family support in nurturing young talent.
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How Data Led Water Planning Is Reshaping Campus Sustainability at KL Deemed to be University
Er. Koneru Satyanarayana, President, KL Deemed to be University, says long term water resilience depends on integrating reuse, recharge, and monitoring into campus operations
KL Deemed to be University has adopted a data led and systems driven approach to campus water management, positioning water resilience as a core component of long term infrastructure planning rather than a standalone sustainability initiative. The university’s model integrates reuse, recharge, and continuous monitoring to address growing pressure on water resources within large academic campuses.
The approach was recently highlighted at the CII–SR Industrial Climate Action Competition, held alongside the Energy Transition Summit in Chennai on 30 January 2026. The platform evaluated institutions on measurable environmental outcomes, implementation depth, scalability, and alignment with climate action priorities.KL Deemed to be University’s water strategy is structured around a four pillar framework of Reduce, Recharge, Recycle, and Reuse. At the operational level, this framework is supported by a wastewater recycling system with a capacity of 2,180 kilolitres per day, which currently supplies more than half of the campus’s overall water requirement.
Advanced sewage treatment technologies, including Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor and ARBiT systems, have enabled significant efficiency gains. Water recovery rates on campus have increased from 53 percent to 74 percent, allowing treated water to be redirected for non potable uses such as flushing, landscaping, and utility operations.Groundwater replenishment forms another critical layer of the system. The campus operates 32 rainwater harvesting pits with a combined recharge potential of approximately 3.7 lakh litres per day. These structures are designed to support aquifer sustainability while reducing dependence on external water sources.
Real time monitoring and demand side management have further strengthened outcomes. Building level interventions and efficient irrigation practices have resulted in a 54 percent reduction in water consumption across built spaces and a 42 percent reduction in landscape irrigation demand. These efficiencies have been achieved while maintaining a green cover exceeding 10.6 lakh square feet across the campus.Commenting on the university’s approach, Er. Koneru Satyanarayana, President of KL Deemed to be University, said long term water resilience requires integrating infrastructure, technology, and governance into everyday campus operations. He added that sustainability planning at the university is designed to support future ready education by aligning environmental responsibility with institutional growth.
The model reflects a broader shift in how academic institutions are responding to climate related resource constraints. By embedding data, monitoring, and reuse into core infrastructure systems, KL Deemed to be University has demonstrated how campuses can function as living laboratories for climate responsive planning.The university’s water stewardship efforts add to its wider track record of environmental initiatives that have received national level attention from bodies such as the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Water Digest, CII–SR, and AICTE, reinforcing the role of higher education institutions in advancing scalable climate solutions.
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A New Aircraft Maintenance Training Pathway Takes Shape Through Air India and HIET
Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese, Chairman, and Dr. Ashok George Verghese, Pro-Chancellor of Hindustan Group of Institutions, say the DGCA-approved AME Cadet Programme with Air India will train Category B1.1 and B2 licensed engineers
A Memorandum of Understanding between Air India Limited and Hindustan Institute of Engineering and Technology, part of the Hindustan Group of Institutions, has set the foundation for a new Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Cadet Programme aimed at training licensed aircraft engineers. The MoU was announced at Wings India 2026, India’s civil aviation exhibition held at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad.
The programme is designed to address the growing requirement for licensed aircraft maintenance engineers as airline fleets expand and operations scale up. HIET, a DGCA CAR 147 Basic approved institute, will deliver structured training for Category B1.1 Aeroplane Turbine and Category B2 Avionics engineers selected by Air India.The collaboration brings together Air India’s operational and maintenance expertise with HIET’s regulatory approved training infrastructure. According to the institutions, the programme will follow industry aligned curricula, standardised selection processes, and practical exposure linked closely to airline maintenance requirements.
The MoU was announced during the Hindustan Group of Institutions’ participation at Wings India 2026, where the Group presented its aviation education portfolio spanning pilot training, aircraft maintenance engineering, and allied disciplines. The Hindustan Group stall at the event was inaugurated by Shri B. C. Janardhan Reddy, Hon’ble Minister for Roads and Buildings, Infrastructure and Investments, Government of Andhra Pradesh.Speaking at the event, Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese, Chairman, Hindustan Group of Institutions, said that Wings India 2026 offered a platform to demonstrate how education and industry collaboration can support the long term growth of India’s aviation sector. He said the partnership with Air India is focused on building a pipeline of skilled, licensed engineers aligned with global standards and operational needs.
Dr. Ashok George Verghese, Pro-Chancellor, Hindustan Group of Institutions, said the pace of expansion in Indian aviation has increased demand for trained pilots and licensed maintenance engineers. He said the Group’s approach centres on creating training to employment pathways that combine quality education, practical exposure, and industry relevance.In parallel with the MoU announcement, Orient Flights Aviation Academy, the Group’s pilot training arm, outlined plans to enhance training capacity through fleet expansion. The Academy announced the induction of a new Tecnam training aircraft and shared plans to add next generation aircraft including the Tecnam P2010 and Piper Archer DX.
The Academy also highlighted its simulator based training infrastructure, including ALSIM AL250 simulators for single engine and multi engine operations, supporting DGCA approved, weather independent training. Student led drone projects and advanced avionics exposure were also presented as part of the Group’s broader focus on future ready aviation technologies.Other institutions under the Hindustan Group, including Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, KCG College of Technology, and Hindustan College, Mysuru, presented programmes in aeronautical engineering, aerospace engineering, aviation management, defence technology, and allied fields, reinforcing the Group’s position across aviation education and training.
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School led innovation takes centre stage through Young Innovators’ Expo 2026 at Marwadi University
Dikshit H. Patel, District Education Officer Rajkot, and Dr. Sumit Vyas, Project Director at the Regional Science Centre Rajkot, address students on early engagement with science and innovation
School level innovation and scientific thinking were brought into focus during Young Innovators’ Expo 2026, organised at Marwadi University in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The initiative aimed to encourage curiosity, problem solving, and early exposure to applied science among students from the Saurashtra region.
The expo saw participation from 269 students representing approximately 25 schools across Rajkot, Morbi, and Gondal. A total of 140 student-led innovation projects were presented, covering themes such as social impact, sustainability, assistive technology, frugal engineering, and digital solutions. Projects were assessed by an expert jury on parameters including originality, societal relevance, feasibility, and environmental impact.The inaugural session featured Dikshit H. Patel, District Education Officer, Rajkot, who encouraged students to pursue scientific inquiry and innovation from an early age. Faculty members and university leadership engaged with participating students and mentor teachers, offering guidance and feedback on project development.
An important component of the programme was an expert session on intellectual property awareness. Karan Puri, Associate Vice President at Ennoble IP, delivered a talk on the role of intellectual property rights in protecting innovation. This was followed by a patent filing workshop aimed at familiarising students and educators with the fundamentals of converting ideas into protected intellectual assets.The expo concluded with a valedictory address by Dr. Sumit Vyas, Project Director at the Regional Science Centre, Rajkot, who spoke on the importance of sustained engagement with science and research. Winners across multiple categories were recognised with awards and cash prizes, alongside special category recognitions covering areas such as sustainability, grassroots innovation, and effective communication of ideas.
Aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020, the Young Innovators’ Expo 2026 reflects Marwadi University’s focus on experiential learning and community engagement. The university acknowledged the support of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, for enabling the extension of its innovation ecosystem to school students across the region.
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India outlines a new skilling execution model in partnership with the World Economic Forum
Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of Education, Government of India; Shri Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Education; Sanjiv Bajaj, Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv Ltd.; and Shobana Kamineni, Executive Chairperson, Apollo Health Co and Promoter Director, Apollo Hospitals, spoke on the initiative
India has set out a new framework for vocational education and workforce preparation through a partnership with the World Economic Forum, focused on execution, industry participation, and measurable outcomes in skilling and Technical and Vocational Education and Training.
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the World Economic Forum to establish a Skills Accelerator in India. The platform is designed to bring together government, industry, education institutions, and global partners to identify gaps in workforce readiness and translate them into practical training, financing, and deployment models.The Accelerator will operate as a multi stakeholder mechanism to support vocational education reform, closer links between education and employment, and structured pathways for upskilling and reskilling. It will work across institutions involved in vocational and higher education, with reference to the National Education Policy 2020 and India’s long term workforce objectives.
Speaking on the development, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of Education, Government of India, said, “What began as a strategic vision to align India’s skilling ecosystem with the future of work has now taken a structured and global form. The formalization of the India Skills Accelerator, in partnership with the World Economic Forum, marks a key milestone in building a future-ready, globally competitive workforce. By bringing government, industry, and education together, the initiative supports coordinated action to address current and emerging skill gaps, enable outcome-based skill financing, and promote lifelong learning and alignment with global labour market demand. Aligned with NEP 2020 and Vision India@2047, it places skilling at the centre of inclusive growth and national development.”Shri Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Education, said the collaboration connects education systems more directly with employability and future job requirements. He said, “I warmly welcome the landmark MoU between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and the World Economic Forum to launch the Skills Accelerator in India. This collaboration complements the National Education Policy 2020 by integrating education with skilling, supporting lifelong learning, and linking curricula with industry needs.”
From the private sector, Sanjiv Bajaj, Co-Chair for the India Skills Accelerator and Chairman and Managing Director of Bajaj Finserv Ltd., said, “The India Skills Accelerator initiative is a strategic step toward India’s long-term competitiveness. Using global insights on the future of work alongside India’s talent base can help create skilling systems that are scalable, industry-led, and linked to productivity and innovation.”He added that with a large young population, investment in skills remains central to economic outcomes over the coming decades.
Shobana Kamineni, Co-Chair for the India Skills Accelerator and Executive Chairperson of Apollo Health Co and Promoter Director of Apollo Hospitals, said, “India’s workforce advantage lies in linking scale with skills. The India Skills Accelerator connects policy intent with on-ground implementation by bringing together industry, educators, and innovators to convert emerging workforce needs into deployable skills and sustainable jobs. In partnership with the World Economic Forum, the initiative supports India’s role as a reliable talent contributor to the global economy.”The Skills Accelerator will also engage with higher education institutions, vocational training bodies, and regulators including AICTE and UGC to support implementation and scale. Focus areas include flexible curricula, mutual recognition of qualifications, institutional capacity building, and collaboration in future work domains such as artificial intelligence, robotics, green energy, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.
The partnership reflects coordination between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of External Affairs, and builds on discussions held during India’s participation at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in January 2025.At Prittle PrattleNews, featuring you virtuously, we celebrate the commitment and innovation. Led by Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is dedicated to sharing impactful stories that inspire change and create awareness. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube for more stories that matter.