graphics by spm As October’s gentle breeze sweeps across India, cooler days begin to settle in—from the misty mornings of Delhi to the calm evenings in Bengaluru. For over 6 crore students finishing Grade 10, this academic year marks more than just a change in weather. It’s the beginning of a big decision: choosing a stream—Science, Commerce, or Humanities—for Grade 11. Well, this journey ideally should have started at least few months or even a year two before. Nevertheless,

Which School Board is right for your Child? (ICC Blog # 123) Graphics by spm India’s education landscape is transforming. With over 14.71 lakh schools serving 24.69 crore students as of 2024–25, and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 introducing sweeping reforms—like the 5+3+3+4 curricular structure, vocational integration, digital learning, and flexible subject choices—parents and students face a pivotal decision: which school board best aligns with their goals? Let’s

From Guaranteed Jobs to Gainful Engagement in a Turbulent World (ICC Blog # 122) Creative by spm In the not-so-distant past, the promise...

Creative by spm This is based on my personal journey as a mechanical engineering graduate from the early 1990s (1992–96) in India. And...

Explore the complexities of Polycrisis in supply chains with insights from expert Shekhar Cherukumilli. Discover how Polycrisis shapes global trade today.

Why are they not the Panacea for Our Higher Education Woes? (ICC Blog # 119) The Aspirational Young Indian In a recent opinion piece in...

Insights from Professor B.J. Rao on the Present and Future (ICC Blog # 118) YouTube Thumbnail of the episode In a captivating episode of...

Reimagining India’s Higher Education Administration (ICC Blog # 117) By Dr. S.P. Mishra    Creative by spm India’s higher education system stands at a pivotal crossroads. With over 40 million students enrolled across 1,000+ universities and 40,000 colleges, we have built one of the largest academic ecosystems in the world. Yet, beneath this scale lies a troubling paradox: while degrees proliferate, competencies lag. The disconnect between academic output and workforce readine

Creating Relative Peace and Future Career Opportunities (ICC Blog #116) Photo Credit: www.freepik.com A Fractured World Held Together by...

A Tribute to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (ICC Blog # 115) Creative by spm Every year, on 5th September, India celebrates Teachers’...

A creative representation of Six Centuries of History For more than six hundred years, world history has unfolded as a relay race of...

India’s Trade Crossroads and the Global Power Play (ICC Blog # 113) Photo Credit: iStockphoto On August 27, 2025, a seismic shift rattled...

Bridging the Divide for India's Future Workforce (ICC Blog # 112) A creative presentation In a rapidly evolving world where technology...

Language, Identity, and Belonging in Indian Higher Education (ICC Blog # 111) University of Hyderabad (Pic Credit:...

Preparing for the 2025-30 Job Market in India (ICC Blog #110) India’s job market is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by technological...