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Ideas, initiatives and projects that are making a difference
Using AI and machine learning to improve farmers’ lives
16-year-old Aryan Rajvanshi’s initiative MechaCrop, uses drones and artificial intelligence to help farmers diagnose and prevent crop diseases, monitor crop growth, yield and quality, and provide timely and accurate information.
Bringing Indian history to Gen Z
Anirudh Kanisetti, a historian and writer, is among a lineup of young historians who are making history an interactive and interesting experience for today's fast-paced Gen Z.
Contributing financial expertise in institutions
Web and technology entrepreneur, Anand Rajaraman co-founded Cambrian Ventures, Kosmix and former Junglee Corp. He was at Amazon in the late 1990s. Kosmix was acquired by Walmart, Cambrian was acquired by Google and Junglee Corp. was acquired by Amazon.
Contributing financial expertise in institutions
Chief investment officer of international and global equity strategies for Ariel Investments, Rupal Bhansali contributes her expertise in different institutions like being among the board of directors for the 100 Women in Finance Global Association.
Heading financials for JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Global Co-Head of mergers and acquisitions at JPMorgan Chase & Co Anu Aiyengar is behind some of the biggest deals on Wall Street. She was named to her role at age 50 in 2020 as the only woman and person of colour to hold her position.
Performing advanced techniques in facial cosmetic procedures
Renowned plastic surgeon, Dr Akshay Sanan was added to the team of board-certified physicians for The Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation, a leading plastic surgery practice in New England. He will practice the deep plane facelift and deep neck lift.
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Ideas, initiatives and projects that are making a difference
From school dreams to silver screen
Preeti Panigrahi knew her goal in life ever since she was a student at Amity International School in Noida. In her very first film ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ she found international acclaim earning an award for acting at the Sundance Film Festival 2024.
From background dancer to actor
Vishal Jethwa started his journey as a background dancer in reality shows and went on to land a role as main antagonist in Mardaani 2 in 2019. In 2022, he played the titular character in 'Salaam Venky', starring alongside Kajol.
Investing in tech companies with global scale and impact
Starting his career by founding Playspan, Karl Mehta is now the chairman of The Quad Investors Network and founded ‘Code for India’. He was also appointed to the EXIM US advisory council on climate.
Leading Mastercard’s marketing and communication strategy
A recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman in 2020 and the Director of global strategy & operations of MasterCard, leading the company’s marketing and healthcare strategy, Daniel Rajaiah was appointed to the EXIM US advisory council on small business.
Leading his political career globally
G Kishan Reddy started his political career as a youth leader of the BJP in 1977. Since then he's played many roles in Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha. Recently, he was conferred the ‘Global Incredible Inc Leadership Award’ by the US India SME Council.
Supporting high-quality and affordable healthcare
Ami Bera has been serving as a member of the US House of Representatives from California since 2013, receiving the Healthcare Leadership Council’s 'Champion of Healthcare Innovation Award' for supporting high-quality, affordable healthcare in the country.
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From Kitchen to Amazon
To support vegetarians and young athletes in meeting their daily protein needs, Parth Mutha, a global management student at Boston University, launched his snack company PROMUNCH. His products are available on Amazon storefronts in both India and the USA.
Teen founders of Induced AI raise $2.3M from Sam Altman
Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak, founders of Induced AI, secure $2.3M funding from OpenAI's Sam Altman for their AI that automates complex browser tasks.
Gujarat siblings launch sustainable shoe brand ‘Reroute
Parth and Karishma Dalal from Gujarat, who studied in the US, launched 'Reroute', using sustainable materials like sugarcane residue for eco-friendly shoes. Their brand has quickly gained traction in Indian metros.
Providing IT services for business solutions
Bexcode provides ultramodern IT solutions and services that help in gaining efficient business solutions. They provide services like customer gratification, superior app development functionality, cost-effective outcomes, and a client-centric approach.
Providing quality service to build professional long term relationships
Lorven Technologies provides professional technology consultancy, with high-quality and cost-effective strategic solutions to clients, delivering innovative and effective technology solutions in a timely, cost-effective, and value-added manner.
Reliance: Strengthening its children’s wear portfolio
Reliance Brands Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures, is set to buy Alia Bhatt's brand ‘Ed-a-Mamma,’ which will strengthen its children's wear portfolio. Ed-a-Mamma was launched in October 2020 with sustainability as its core focus.
Global Indian | YOUTH | CULTURE
US Presidential Scholar making Kathak popular in America
Reva Srivastava uses Kathak to portray real-life situations like depicting life of healthcare workers, how they witness loss, and resiliently continues to aid those in need. She was named Presidential Scholar in the Arts in 2022.
Ishwar Sharma, 13, Clinches European Yoga Gold
Ishwar Sharma, 13, from England, secured a gold medal at the European Yoga Sports Championship, and is recognized for his work with special needs children by former British PM Boris Johnson.
Raveena Mehta debuts at Tiffany’s Fashion Week in Monaco
Indie musician Raveena Mehta performed at Tiffany's Fashion Week in Monaco, showcasing Indian culture with classic hits and her new song 'Tujhse Milne Ki Aas', also featured in Ruskin Bond's anthology film.
Inspiring through ‘Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens’
Shankari Chandran won the 2023 Miles Franklin literary award, considered to be Australia’s most prestigious book award. Her book, ‘Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens’ inspired by stories she heard from her grandmother about her life and childhood.
Exposing the intersection of gender-based violence and climate change
Filmmaker Vandita Sarjya’s documentary, ‘When climate change turns violent’ was awarded the Climate Change and Health Film category at the 4th Annual Health for All Film Festival conducted in Geneva, which showcased 93 shortlisted films, worldwide.
Bhagavad Gita inspires Cillian Murphy for his next role
The movie Oppenheimer’s lead actor Cillian Murphy read the 'Bhagavad Gita', which inspired him to prepare for his role. The movie is based on the 2005 biography of Robert Oppenheimer, who read the Bhagavad Gita as well, titled ‘American Prometheus’.
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South Korea could be the next big study abroad destination
Destination Paris Olympics for Indian athletes, via short overseas camp
How cultivating a growth mindset empowers students for lifelong learning
AI in school education transforming Indian classrooms
Life in a Foreign University | Married at 19, this is how Pooja made a new life for herself and daughter in New Zealand
Gaza protests: For Indian students in US, stakes are much higher
South Korea could be the next big study abroad destination
The article first appeared in Economic Times on May 20, 2024 South Korea has been gaining popularity in India due to its multifaceted appeal, which includes various aspects of Korean culture such as food, fashion and language, beyond the K-pop craze. The Oxford English Dictionary's recognition of 26 Korean words, including 'K-drama' and 'Hallyu,' is a testament to Korea's global impact. In 2020, the Indian government included Korean as one of the eight foreign languages in schools, acknowledging its importance.
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Destination Paris Olympics for Indian athletes, via short overseas camp
The article first appeared in Hindustan Times on May 13, 2024 Priyanka Goswami, India’s leading race walker, is currently camped in Shilaru, Himachal Pradesh but had visa issues not come in the way, she’d have hopped from Turkey to Poland to Portugal within a month and trained in those countries. She still has stints in Switzerland and France to look forward to in a training plan completely novel for the 20km national record holder.
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How cultivating a growth mindset empowers students for lifelong learning
(The article first appeared in India Today on May 16, 2024) In this evolving world, cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset among students is essential. Entrepreneurship isn't just about starting a business; it's a mindset characterised by innovation, resilience, and a willingness to embrace challenges. It is important to foster a growth mindset that can empower students to become successful entrepreneurs...
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AI in school education transforming Indian classrooms
The article was first published in the Etinsights on May 10, 2024 Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made it possible to meet diverse student learning needs; and is helping schools across the world operate more efficiently. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for School Education both emphasise the importance of integrating technology and innovation in schools – to improve learning outcomes and prepare students for the future. Both highlight the importance of 21st-century skills such as Critical Thinking, Problem-solving, Creativity and Collaboration. AI can play a significant role in fostering these skills through project-based learning, interactive simulation and adaptive learning.
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Life in a Foreign University | Married at 19, this is how Pooja made a new life for herself and daughter in New Zealand
The article was first published in the Indian Express on May 09, 2024 I was married at the age of 19, and unfortunately, Indian marriages give little scope for self-growth, especially for women. With the responsibilities of marriage and eventually motherhood, I found little room to focus on my own career aspirations. The desire to provide a better example for my daughter became paramount. I refused to adhere to the strict societal norms that didn’t align with my true self.
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Gaza protests: For Indian students in US, stakes are much higher
The article was first published in the Times of India on May 04, 2024 Aware that suspension or arrest could put their hard-earned scholarships and visas at risk, many are wary of joining in. When news that Achinthya Sivalingam GS, an Indian-origin graduate student at Princeton University, had been arrested during a Gaza solidarity sit-in on campus made the headlines, visa and education consultants in India were deluged with calls from students and parents.
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Arushi Nath: The teen who won the Canada-Wide Science Fair – twice!
Arushi Nath, 14, is a Canadian science prodigy. Twice winner of the Canada-Wide Science Fair, she's known for her work in planetary defense, discovering three asteroids, winning numerous awards, and excelling in Python coding and mathematics.
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