In a powerful display of global solidarity for women’s health, philanthropist Mrs. Sudha Reddy, Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata Chuangsri, and Miss Asia 2025 Krishnah Gravidez today jointly inaugurated a state-of-the-art Breast Cancer Screening Centre in Dokiparru village, Krishna District.

Mrs. Sudha Reddy, Miss World Global Ambassador, with Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata Chuangsri & Miss Asia 2025 Krishnah Gravidez at the Breast Cancer Screening Centre launch in Dokiparru

Set up by the Sudha Reddy Foundation in partnership with the MEIL Foundation, the centre will provide free breast cancer screening and early detection services to women in rural Andhra Pradesh – addressing one of India’s leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women.

The inauguration ceremony witnessed heartfelt community participation, with villagers, local leaders, and women’s health advocates uniting in support of this life-saving initiative.

Voices of Change

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Sudha Reddy, Founder of the Sudha Reddy Foundation and Global Ambassador of the Miss World Organization – Beauty with a Purpose, said, “This is more than an initiative – it is a mission to save lives. Early detection is the strongest weapon against breast cancer, and by bringing these facilities to villages, we are ensuring that no woman is left behind simply because of where she lives.“

Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata Chuangsri, a breast cancer survivor and global advocate, shared her deeply personal perspective, “As a breast cancer survivor, I have walked through the fear, the uncertainty, and the relentless fight that this journey demands. Today, I stand here to tell every woman, in Andhra Pradesh and across the world, that you are never alone. Knowledge, early screening, and the strength of a united community can and do save lives.”

Miss Asia 2025 Krishnah Gravidez added, “Healthcare should not be a privilege of cities. This centre in Dokiparru is a powerful reminder that true beauty lies in compassion and purpose. Together, we can change the narrative on breast cancer and give women everywhere the dignity of access and hope.“

Pink Power Run 2.0 Announced

On this occasion, the dignitaries also announced the second edition of the Pink Power Run 2.0 – Hyderabad’s flagship breast cancer awareness initiative – scheduled for 20th August 2025. The run aims to mobilize communities, spread awareness, and rally support for early detection and women’s health.

About the Foundations

Sudha Reddy Foundation
Dedicated to healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment, the Sudha Reddy Foundation has touched millions of lives through breast cancer awareness drives, large-scale screening camps, and survivor support programs across India.

MEIL Foundation
The CSR arm of Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd., MEIL Foundation focuses on healthcare, education, rural development, and social upliftment, ensuring large-scale impact through infrastructure, resources, and reach.

This milestone further underscores Mrs. Sudha Reddy’s unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment, following her recent appointment as the first-ever Global Ambassador of the Miss World Organization.

Chandigarh University, ranked as India’s top private university, has partnered with Capgemini, a global business and technology leader to provide engineering students with industry-relevant skills, mentorship, and hands-on exposure in emerging technologies. The collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in the presence of senior representatives from both organizations. Through this collaboration, students will receive structured training in high-demand domains like Full Stack Development, Cloud Technologies, .NET, Agile, and DevOps, delivered by certified experts or Training partners.

Chandigarh University Officials along with Capgemini Officials during Signing of MoU at Chandigarh University Gharuan Campus

The initiative includes internships as per business requirements, placement opportunities, aligning academic outcomes with India’s digital economy. Capgemini will also support curriculum development, faculty training, and regular student mentoring to ensure continuous progress and real-world readiness. This strategic alliance aims to build a future-ready workforce equipped to lead in the tech-driven global landscape. During the MoU ceremony, Vishal Gupta, Executive Vice President & COO, Apps Business – Financial Services, Capgemini along with Dr. Satbir Singh Sehgal, Pro Vice Chancellor Engineering were present.

“This partnership with Capgemini is a significant step in aligning our academic offerings with industry needs,” said Deep Inder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University.“Our students will benefit immensely from Capgemini’s expertise, mentorship and professional network, enabling them to develop real-world skills, industry insights and a competitive edge in the job market. We are proud to collaborate with a global technology leader to enhance our students’ academic and career journey,” added Sandhu.

Sandhu further added, “The MoU between Chandigarh University and Capgemini represents a long-term commitment to building a pipeline of skilled, industry-ready professionals by bringing together academic rigor and corporate mentorship, the collaboration will empower students to become innovators, problem-solvers and leaders in the tech-driven future.”

About Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address:www.cuchd.in.

Hot Fuego, the world’s leading next-level management and consulting company, has onboarded First Choice Fragrance as its newest client. A seventh-generation incense and fragrance brand, First Choice Fragrance is one of India’s most respected names in the agarbatti (incense sticks) industry. This partnership signals a strategic move to amplify the brand’s digital presence and deepen its resonance with modern consumers across India and global markets.

Hot Fuego onboarded First Choice Fragrance as its newest client

Hot Fuego will lead a comprehensive marketing campaign for First Choice Fragrance, spanning digital strategy, e-commerce growth, and brand generation. The engagement will include platform management, online advertising, creative storytelling, and audience-focused campaigns designed to honor the brand’s rich legacy while expanding its future potential.

Abubakar Attar, Managing Director of First Choice Fragrance commented, “Our brand carries the fragrance of tradition, trust, and a cultural legacy nurtured over seven generations. As we step into a more digitally connected world, we need more than just a marketing advisor. We need a partner who could deeply understand our values while unlocking new possibilities. Hot Fuego brought exactly that, a powerful mix of strategic insight, creative excellence, and a genuine respect for our heritage. Today’s consumers are using agarbattis not only for spiritual rituals but as an expression of wellness, mindfulness, and atmosphere. With Hot Fuego by our side, we’re excited to reimagine our brand for this new era where legacy meets innovation and where our story continues to resonate across generations.”

Speaking on the partnership, Jason Averill, Founder of Hot Fuego said, “First Choice Fragrance is not just a brand, it is a symbol of generational trust and cultural continuity. Partnering with a legacy that spans over seven decades is both an honor and a responsibility. At Hot Fuego, we are bringing the full force of our digital strategy, creative thinking, and data-driven insights to help shape a future that respects the past while embracing what’s next. Just as a single flame unlocks the subtle aroma of an incense stick, we are igniting a spark that elevates First Choice Fragrance’s digital presence. This is more than a marketing journey, it’s a legacy brought to life for a new era of modern consumption.“

As the incense market grows and evolves, this partnership helps First Choice Fragrance take a leading role in how the category is seen and experienced today. With Hot Fuego bringing global ideas and a deep understanding of Indian culture, the brand is set to reach more people in more meaningful ways. Together, they plan to transform incense from a mere tradition into a lifestyle choice that resonates with modern consumers in India and around the world.

To learn more about First Choice Fragrance, visit firstchoicefragrance.in/

For more information on Hot Fuego, visit www.hotfuego.com/

About First Choice Fragrances

First Choice Fragrance represents over seven generations of excellence in crafting premium scented products such as incense sticks, dhoop, agarbatties. Named after the vision of our grandfather Abdul Gani Hussain Attar, the brand continues to uphold a tradition of purity, quality, and spiritual resonance. As a newly launched manufacturing unit under the Jahagirdar brand, First Choice Fragrances is committed to delivering scents that uplift spiritual experiences and meet the highest standards of craftsmanship. With a deep-rooted commitment to customer satisfaction, every product reflects our dedication to legacy, integrity, and innovation in the incense industry.

About Hot Fuego

Hot Fuego is a next-level management and consulting company that helps good companies become great and great companies become industry leaders. Combining bold strategy, data-driven execution, and creative storytelling, we’re more than a service provider, we’re your growth partner. With a client-first mindset, the team at Hot Fuego crafts deeply personalized campaigns that not only reach audiences but resonate with them. The company is anchored in five key principles being client-focused, data-driven, transparent, innovative, and agile. Whether it is digital advertising, social media, SEO, market intelligence, or full-scale brand transformation, Hot Fuego delivers results that connect at every click, share, and scroll. At the heart of Hot Fuego lies a relentless pursuit of digital excellence transforming today’s potential into tomorrow’s legacy.

Students from Amity International School, Sector-46, Gurugram, Amity International School, Pushp Vihar, and Amity International School, Noida all part of the Amity Group of Schools – proudly represented India at the prestigious International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC) held at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre, Florida, USA.

Students from Amity Group of Schools proudly represented India at the International Space Settlement Design Competition, Kennedy Space Centre, USA

The four-day ISSDC is a high-intensity industry simulation where global student teams design futuristic human settlements in space. This year’s challenge involved creating a floating settlement in Venus’s atmosphere for the extraction, refining, and export of metals and atmospheric gases. Each “company” comprised about 64 students from multiple countries, working collaboratively across departments such as Structures, Critical Infrastructure, Human Factors, Mission Systems, and Business Planning.

The Amity delegation joined Flectel Constructors, collaborating with peers from the United Kingdom, China, Mexico, Romania, Italy, and other Indian schools. Over a rigorous 40-hour marathon, the teams conceptualized and designed a detailed settlement proposal, which was presented to a panel of international experts through a 30-minute pitch and Q&A session. Their final design, titled Ariadnav, showcased creativity, technical expertise, and collaboration under high-pressure conditions.

Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Group of Schools, congratulated the students, saying, “This milestone makes us immensely proud, not only for the achievement but for the courage, creativity, and collaborative spirit our students have demonstrated on a global platform. Their work at NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre truly reflects the Amity ethos – nurturing leaders who think beyond boundaries, embrace challenges, and innovate for a better future.”

This participation highlights Amity’s commitment to STEM excellence and inspires the next generation of learners to dream bigger – reaching not just for the stars, but beyond.

While most teenagers scroll through social media, Tanvi Srinivasan is building virtual reality experiences to help people understand Alzheimers disease. Vedant created an AI-powered research assistant for debate competitions. Sachit designed camera equipment that could survive studying the northern lights at MIT. These arent outliers at Oakridge International School – theyre the norm.

Ms Vidya with Researchers at MIT

The Numbers Behind the Narrative
For eight straight years, Oakridges Grade 10 students have outperformed the global IB MYP average. This years score: 45.4 versus the worlds 37.71. An impressive 8 out of 48 students achieved the coveted 40+ points out of 45 in Grade 12. But heres whats interesting – when you ask the high achievers what matters most, they dont talk about grades.

“The IB programme challenged me academically and nurtured my passion for learning,” says Kashvi Srinivasan, who scored 44/45 and chose Duke University over multiple offers.

Principal Kavita Sukhani states, “I am delighted to see the fruition of our promise to take children from where they are to where they aspire to be. These results reflect not just academic capabilities, but growth as caring global citizens.”

How Nord Anglia Nurtures Student Leadership
When Oakridge students traveled to the NAE Student Leadership Summit in Houston, they werent just attending workshops. Riya and Samyuktha presented their social impact projects – Suvriddhi OS and Health Mirror – to peers from around the world.

Students have also been awarded funding from Nord Anglia Educations community investment fund for student-led social impact projects. The grants support SuvriddhiOS ($18,600) and First Aid for All ($995), both focused on UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Oakridge has received Silver Accreditation: Rights and Goals Aware from Nord Anglia Educations prestigious Social Impact Distinction programme. This recognition acknowledges the schools commitment to advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals and promoting childrens rights through meaningful community initiatives.

When MIT Calls
Most schools talk about partnerships with prestigious universities. Oakridge students actually go there. Sachits week at MIT wasnt a campus tour – he collaborated with 65 international students on engineering solutions for extreme weather research. Ms. Vidya, Head of Sciences, joined 55 educators from the Nord Anglia network for intensive faculty development at MIT, bringing cutting-edge research methodologies directly into Bengaluru classrooms.

The result Students who think like researchers, not just test-takers.

Codefest & MUN: Where Problems Meet Solutions
Indias largest overnight high school hackathon happens right here. Codefest 8.0 brought over 100 participants from across the country, competing for ₹1.5 lakhs in prizes. But the real victory was watching teenagers tackle cybersecurity, sustainable agriculture, and fintech innovation – not for grades, but because these problems matter.

Similarly, what began as a school event has now grown into a dynamic platform for international diplomatic engagement between students of SEAMEI region – that is the 10th edition of OAK MUN scheduled to be held in September 2025.

“Our interschool events promote a great community of learners,” observed Aarya, a student leader.

Global Campus
While academic stars grab headlines, Oakridges reach extends further. Global Campus inspires and challenges students to participate in online competitions and interactions with peers from different NAE schools.

This year, Ishan Bansal won the Virtual Young Musician of the Year Competition. Smayan Desai took runner-up in international animation. Primary school students dominated Global Campus chess and debate tournaments. These arent feel-good side stories – theyre evidence of an international school that allows students to compete & collaborate with their peers overseas.

What Actually Happens Here
Forget the typical classroom lecture. After regular hours, learning happens in conversations between two or three students and their expert facilitators. Its intensive, personal, and sometimes uncomfortable – students must present and defend ideas, accept criticism, and listen to perspectives that challenge their own.

LEAP (Learning Enrichment Activities Programme) runs every Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, offering student-initiated clubs in Secondary and teacher-led activities in Primary. The program features diverse clubs like Music, Dance, Rocketry, Theatre, Chess, and STEAM that change each term based on student interests. This initiative encourages creativity, leadership, and skill development beyond the regular curriculum in a supportive after-school environment.

Career counseling starts in Grade 8, not Grade 11. One-to-one mentorship is standard, not special. The result Admissions to Duke, University of Melbourne, University of Warwick, Ashoka and Georgia Tech, with merit scholarships that recognize not just scores, but character.

The Real Measure
As an IB continuum school, Oakridge could easily focus on rankings and university admissions. Instead, theyre asking a different question: What kind of humans are we developing

The answer walks their halls daily – students who see problems as opportunities, who understand that leadership isnt about position but impact, and who believe they can actually change things.

Thats not education. Thats transformation.

For enquiries, write to: mac.blr@oakridge.in.

About Nord Anglia Education
As a leading international schools organisation, were shaping a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who graduate from our schools with everything they need for success, whatever they choose to be or do in life.

Our strong academic foundations combine world-class teaching and curricula with cutting-edge technology and facilities, creating learning experiences like no other. Inside and outside of the classroom, we inspire our students to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

No two children learn the same way, which is why our schools around the world personalise learning to what works best for every student. Inspired by our high-quality teachers, our students achieve outstanding academic results and go on to study at the worlds top universities.

Our Nord Anglia global family includes 80+ day and boarding schools in 35 countries, teaching over 90,000 students from ages 3 to 18.

To learn more or apply for a place for your child at one of our schools, go to www.oakridge.in/bengaluru.

Vision 2050: Ambitions Unveiled
Indias Vision 2050 is a bold roadmap with far-reaching aspirations. At its heart lies an ambition to transform India into a developed nation by mid-century-achieving a per-capita GDP of $16,000 (PPP), fueled by AI-driven innovation, enhanced digital infrastructure, and cutting-edge fintech solutions.

Mitul Mehta, Co-founder of National Finance Olympiad

Redefining Socioeconomic Progress
The Vision places heavy emphasis on education, healthcare, and broad-based financial inclusion. Its success hinges not just on technological advancements but on deep-rooted human capital development.

The Financial Literacy Gap: A National Challenge
Despite progress, India faces a pervasive deficit in financial literacy. As of recent data, only about 27% of Indian adults demonstrate basic financial literacy, trailing the global benchmark of roughly 42%. Disparities amongst demographies are stark-women hover around 21%, and rural residents at 24%, significantly behind their urban and male counterparts. The consequences are palpable: an underwhelming 5% of Indians invest in the stock market, compared to 15-20% globally, while just 18% invest in mutual funds versus 65% globally.

When Low Knowledge Meets High Risk
As fintech and smartphones democratise financial access, the lack of literacy casts a dangerous shadow. The year 2024 alone saw Indians lose over Rs. 22,845 crore-a staggering 206% year-on-year increase-to financial cyber fraud. Over 36 lakh such incidents were reported.

From scams that target trust to outright deception, digital fraud has become both sophisticated and pervasive. In Greater Gurugram, for example, 40% of cyber fraud cases in the first half of 2025 were linked to investment bait schemes, though enhanced awareness and law enforcement have helped significantly reduce losses-from Rs. 155 crore in 2024 to Rs. 80 crore in 2025.

Why Financial Literacy Matters

• Empowerment Through Awareness: Financially literate citizens are better equipped to manage their money, select suitable financial products, and shield themselves from scams.

• Boosting Inclusion & Equity: Literacy enables underserved populations to step into formal finance, cutting reliance on informal credit while enhancing fairness and reducing poverty.

• Economic Multiplier: Broader engagement in savings, banking, and investment deepens liquidity, stimulates capital flows, and strengthens financial intermediation.

• Consumer Stability: Savvier financial behaviour supports sustained consumer demand, diminishes default risks, and enhances macroeconomic resilience.

Educational Reform: NEP 2020 and 2025 Onward
India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, along with its anticipated evolution post-2025, aims to integrate life skills-including financial literacy-into school curricula. This early exposure approach mirrors success stories in countries like Norway and Sweden, where financial clarity among youth lays the groundwork for lifelong fiscal responsibility.

A National Imperative
Financial literacy is not just a personal asset-it’s a pillar of national progress. By embedding financial education into foundational learning and raising public awareness, India can build a financially informed, empowered, and self-reliant citizenry. In turn, this will accelerate economic stability and elevate the nation toward its Vision 2050 goals.