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I try to play cricket every now and then. Being part of a referral business networking organisation like BNI, we occasionally get together for friendly matches. Post my school days, I never thought I’d pick up the bat again, but here I am in my late 30s, back on the field — and loving it. […]

China’s sweeping ban on commercial tutoring in 2021 was a response to mounting concerns about student burnout, parental anxiety, and widening social gaps. The government argued that the shadow education industry had become a breeding ground for inequity, where only affluent families could afford to buy their children a competitive edge. India, though culturally and […]

I read a recent article in India Today about how young people in India are redefining success — prioritising mental health, balance and dignity over blind hustle. From what I see, it’s true. This generation is more aware. More willing to walk away from toxic environments. Less ready to sacrifice life for a title. That’s […]

The UAE recently issued 25 new AI guidelines for schools, including a ban on the use of generative AI tools for students under 13. The framework focuses on safe, ethical and age-appropriate use of AI in classrooms. This is not about restricting innovation. It is about defining boundaries before confusion becomes culture. As someone who […]

In the race to be “world-class” and climb global rankings, research output is expanding rapidly. Publication counts are rising. Citation dashboards look strong. Annual reports showcase upward graphs. But a strategic question is becoming harder to ignore: Are we producing more knowledge — or just more papers? When we say we, read it as India. […]