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Students Root into Sustainability Learning at Jimmy McGilligan Centre in Indore A group of 45 final-year students from St. Francis College of Nursing visited the Jimmy McGilligan Centre for Sustainable Development in Sanawadiya, Indore, for an educational exposure on sustainable living, environmental conservation, renewable energy systems, and community empowerment practices. The group reached the Jimmy McGilligan Centre for Sustainable Development at 9:15 a.m., where they were introduced to integrated models of sustainability that combine environmental education with practical applications in daily life. Students observed medicinal plants, organic farming practices, solar cookers, renewable energy systems, and other eco-friendly technologies developed and demonstrated at the centre. The visit highlighted how sustainable methods are used to reduce environmental impact while supporting community-based living. An Inspiring Interaction with Janak Palta M...

Father’s Day this Sunday! My hero doesn’t wear a cape—He’s My Dad Hey kids! This page is all about your dad—the person who helps you, protects you, teaches you, and sometimes even surprises you in the smallest ways that matter the most. Father’s Day is your chance to say a big thank you in fun and creative ways—not just with words, but through stories, puzzles, drawings, and activities made by you. On this page, you will: Try a simple and fun cooking idea you can enjoy with or for your dad Solve puzzles and play “Guess Who?” Complete a memory story about a special moment with your father Draw, write, and create little surprises just for him There are no right or wrong answers here. It is all about your thoughts, your memories, and the love you feel for your dad. So take a pencil, use your imagination, and turn this page into a special gift your father will always remember. Korean F...

International Student Exchange in India: A Transformative Journey at DPS Rau Delhi Public School (DPS), Rau, marked an emotional milestone as it bid farewell to Evaluna Marchan, a year-long exchange student from Italy, under the AFS Intercultural Programmes. The farewell ceremony signified the successful completion of the school’s first-ever long-term international exchange programme. More than a formal send-off, the event reflected a year of shared experiences, cultural learning, and meaningful connections between students, teachers, and families. Bringing Global Education to DPS Rau Evaluna, who stayed in India from July 2025 to May 2026, became an integral part of the DPS Rau community. Over the months, she actively participated in academics, school activities, and cultural celebrations, embracing Indian traditions, food, languages, and values. Teachers and students described her journey as one of mutual learning...

Samriddhi Bhandari, a student of Delhi Public School, Rau, secured multiple medals across junior and senior categories at 54th State Aquatic Championships held in Rewa. In the U-19 A Group, Bhandari won gold medals in the 800 metre freestyle, 100 metre freestyle and 200 metre individual medley. She also secured silver medals in the 1500 metre freestyle and 100 metre butterfly events. In the women’s senior category, she won silver medals in the 800 metre freestyle, 400 metre freestyle, and in both the 4×100 metre freestyle mixed relay and girls’ relay events. She also earned bronze medals in the 1500 metre freestyle and 50 metre freestyle. Speaking after the event, Bhandari said, “I focused on consistency across all events and worked on improving my timings in long-distance races.” She added that competing in both junior and senior categories helped her gain experience at the state level. Her final medal tally stood at three gold, six silver and two bronze medals. Asha Nair, princ...

India’s education landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020. For many decades, classrooms followed a conventional teaching pattern in which the teacher explained concepts, students listened, and learning was largely measured through written examinations. While this system helped build discipline and conceptual foundations, it often focused heavily on memorisation rather than understanding and application. The modern education system now recognises that the world has changed significantly, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence and rapid technological advancement. Students today require not only knowledge but also skills such as critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and digital literacy. As a result, pedagogy is shifting from teacher-centred instruction to student-centred and skill-based learning. One of the key aspects of this shift is the integration of digital teaching ...

World Environment Day discourse in Indore concludes with call for zero-waste climate action By TINA KHATRI | INDORE The week-long environmental discourse concluded at the Jimmy McGilligan Centre for Sustainable Development, Sanawadiya, with a World Environment Day programme that focused on climate action, sustainable living and community-driven environmental responsibility. Students from Intellect Heights Academy participated in discussions on climate action, environmental conservation and sustainable development, with sessions designed to connect awareness with practical behavioural change. The programme began with conch blowing and prayers led by Virendra Goel and Janak Palta McGilligan, followed by a Kathak performance by Nitya Batra. The performance highlighted the relationship between humans and nature and conveyed the need for ecological balance. Discourse and Reporting Padma Shri Janak Palta McGilligan presented a detail...

El Niño: A Global Ocean-Atmosphere Disruption Across the equatorial Pacific Ocean, a slow but powerful shift in ocean temperature is unfolding— one that scientists monitor closely because of its ability to influence weather patterns on a global scale. This phenomenon, known as El Niño, is not a storm or a single event, but a reorganisation of heat within the Earth’s ocean-atmosphere system. Under normal conditions, trade winds act like a conveyor belt, pushing warm surface water from South America toward Southeast Asia and Australia. This allows cold, nutrient-rich water to rise near the coast of Peru and Ecuador, supporting one of the most productive marine ecosystems on Earth. But during an El Niño event, this system weakens. The trade winds slow down or reverse, and warm water begins to spread eastward across the Pacific. This shift may appear subtle in satellite images, but its consequences are far-reaching. Warmer ocean temperatures change evaporation rates, which in turn alter cl...