Category: Education

Scrum.org Launches New Self-Paced Professional Scrum Master™ Advanced Fundamentals Training Course. The new course helps Scrum Masters enhance their capabilities and includes an attempt at the PSM II certification

BOSTON – June 3 – Scrum.org, the Home of Scrum, announced that it has added a new self-paced course, Professional Scrum Master Advanced Fundamentals, to its online learning platform. This course for new and experienced Scrum Masters goes beyond the basics, where students explore the unique blend of skills and practices needed to support the Scrum Team and organization. By the end of the course, students will understand what it takes to be a successful Scrum Master and their importance to the entire product delivery process. This course is highly recommended for people preparing to take the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) certification test and includes an attempt at the test upon completion of the course.

Throughout this course, students will develop the ability to act and grow as a Scrum Master who enables Scrum Teams to deliver value effectively, demonstrates leadership to enact positive change, and fosters a culture of Professional Scrum, self-management and continuous improvement across the organization. Students will work through real-world scenarios, case studies, and interactive exercises that challenge them to assess and respond to complex situations that Scrum Masters face daily. 

“We are very excited to announce our newest self-paced training course – Professional Scrum Master Advanced Fundamentals,” said Dave West, CEO, Scrum.org. “There are many facets to being a Scrum Master, often facing the balance of leadership, enabling the Product Owner to maximize value, fostering continuous improvement and more. This course enables Scrum Master to learn how to grow these skills and more at their own pace and at a time that suits them. We understand that people learn in many different ways and look forward to building out our online learning platform.”

Professional Scrum Master Advanced Fundamentals is optimized for interactive learning including activities where students take action and make choices, reading, watching videos and quizzes.This course helps students prepare for the Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) certification test. Students taking the Professional Scrum Master Advanced Fundamentals course will receive a password to take the certification test upon completion of the course.

This course can be purchased together with the Professional Scrum Fundamentals course as part of a bundle. The bundle is ideal for those who want foundational Scrum training prior to taking the Professional Scrum Master Advanced Fundamentals course. The bundle includes attempts at both the PSM I and PSM II certification tests. The bundle is available at the discounted price of $490.

Students can purchase the new course or bundle on the Scrum.org website.

New Delhi, June 2 (BNP): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially launched the online portal for Class 12 students to apply for answer sheet verification and re-evaluation, following delays linked to technical upgrades and system improvements.

The portal became operational on June 2, 2026, allowing eligible students who have already accessed scanned copies of their evaluated answer sheets to report discrepancies, seek clarification on marking issues, or request re-evaluation of specific answers. The application process will remain open until midnight on June 6, 2026.

The move comes after concerns were raised over the rollout of CBSE’s new On-Screen Marking system, which reportedly faced technical glitches and delayed the reopening of post-result activities. CBSE is understood to have worked with technical experts to strengthen the system and address operational issues before reopening the portal.

According to board guidelines, students can apply for verification of answer book-related concerns, including issues such as blurred or incomplete scanned pages, by paying a fee of ₹100 per answer book. Re-evaluation of individual questions can be requested at ₹25 per question.

To access the facility, students must log in through the CBSE portal using their Roll Number, School Number, and Admit Card ID. Aadhaar-based verification has been made mandatory for authentication. In cases where a student does not possess an Aadhaar number, details of a parent or guardian may be used, subject to identity matching requirements.

CBSE has clarified that only students who have already downloaded and reviewed their scanned answer sheets are eligible to apply. No offline applications or requests submitted after the deadline will be entertained.

Education experts have advised students to carefully review answer sheets and act within the limited application window to avoid missing the opportunity for corrections or reassessment.

New Delhi, June 1 (BNP): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the online portal for Class 12 post-result verification of marks and re-evaluation will be activated soon, bringing clarity to students awaiting the application process following board examination results.

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The update comes amid growing concerns among students over delays in the activation of post-result services, which allow candidates to seek verification of marks and request re-evaluation of answer sheets.

Responding to queries raised by students on social media platform X, CBSE confirmed that the verification and re-evaluation portal would go live shortly and stated that a detailed official announcement would follow.

The board had earlier indicated that the portal was expected to open during the final week of May. However, activation was reportedly deferred to ensure a secure, transparent and error-free process for handling post-result applications.

Once operational, the portal will enable eligible students to apply for various post-result services, including verification of marks, access to photocopies of evaluated answer sheets and re-evaluation of specific responses as per prescribed guidelines.

Under the verification process, CBSE examines whether all answers have been evaluated, marks correctly totalled and final scores accurately uploaded. Students dissatisfied with their performance may subsequently apply for re-evaluation, subject to eligibility norms and procedural requirements.

Officials are expected to release detailed instructions regarding application dates, service fees, timelines and submission procedures shortly after the portal is activated.

Meanwhile, students have been advised to regularly monitor official CBSE websites and notifications for updates and keep important credentials, including roll numbers and admit card details, readily available to avoid last-minute inconvenience.

CBSE officials reiterated that students are not required to take any immediate action and should wait for the formal notification before initiating post-result applications.

Mumbai,  May 27: Rosatom has announced the launch of applications for the international stage of its scientific and educational project Icebreaker of Knowledge 2026, giving Indian school students aged 14-16 an opportunity to join an Arctic expedition to the North Pole aboard the world’s largest nuclear icebreaker, 50 Let Pobedy, in August 2026.

The programme invites students from India and 22 other countries to compete through a multi-stage selection process.

The initiative has already seen participation from India. In the previous edition, 15-year-old Aayush Goyal from Kolkata was selected among nearly 4,000 applicants worldwide to join the expedition.

Reflecting on his experience, Aayush said:

“My journey so far has been a rollercoaster ride  mesmerizing, exciting, and filled with interesting people. As we board the ship, I feel like I’m literally on top of the world. I expect nothing less than a Pirates of the Caribbean experience and look forward to learning, participating in, and enjoying every single moment of it.”

Participants will spend 10 days exploring the Arctic aboard the nuclear icebreaker alongside leading scientists, science communicators, and bloggers. The international selection process consists of three stages:

• Students first register on the official website and complete a science-based quiz.
• Participants then attend a series of webinars on Rosatom’s innovative solutions, including technologies used to ensure the safe development of Arctic shipping.
• Finalists submit a video presentation presenting their ideas related to the topic of the final task in the form of a video business card.

Speaking about the programme, Alexandra Yustus, Deputy Director General for Communications at RAIN Private Institution, said:

“Children from 23 countries will embark on a fascinating and educational journey to the North Pole on a nuclear icebreaker. During 10 days, they will explore the Arctic on board the nuclear icebreaker with leading scientists, science communicators, and bloggers. This expedition is an opportunity not only to reach the highest point on Earth, but also to broaden horizons, make new friends, set records, and perhaps even see a polar bear.”

The Icebreaker of Knowledge project was launched with support from Rosatom to promote interest in science, technology, and nuclear innovation among young students globally. Over the past six editions, more than 400 students from different countries have participated in Arctic expeditions.

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The scientific and educational project Icebreaker of Knowledge was launched with the support of Rosatom. Its aim is to promote natural sciences and nuclear technology, to discover and support talented and gifted children, to develop their skills and to offer them career guidance. The project involves schoolchildren and students from secondary vocational education programs aged 14 to 16 years old from around the world. The project involves schoolchildren and students from vocational schools aged 14-16 from around the world. The best of them embark on a scientific and educational expedition to the North Pole aboard the nuclear icebreaker 50 Let Pobedy. Over the past six seasons, more than 400 schoolchildren and students from various countries have participated in Arctic expeditions.

Russia is the only country in the world that boasts a fleet of nuclear icebreakers operated by Rosatom’s Atomflot. Today, the fleet of Atomflot includes eight nuclear icebreaker.

Rosatom and its companies place special importance on supporting and promoting educational, scientific, and cultural initiatives. They actively participate in the establishment of core departments at Russian universities, the implementation of scholarship programs and large-scale educational projects. They are also involved in the organization of practical training and internships for students, including their future employment.

Chandigarh, May 26 : Bank of Baroda, India’s International bank, is set to launch Hackathon 2026 in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, under the PSB Hackathon Series 2026 being organized under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services and the Indian Banks’ Association .

Bank of Baroda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Gandhinagar through its Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center for collaboration under this initiative. The Hackathon aims to serve as an open innovation platform for students and alumni to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world banking and financial services challenges identified by the Bank.

As part of the Hackathon series, the Bank, in collaboration with IIT Gandhinagar, will focus on a critical problem statement under the domain of Cybersecurity and Fraud titled “Identity Trust, Protection & Safety.” The challenge aims to design a privacy-first, risk-based Identity Trust framework capable of continuously validating customer and enterprise identities across digital banking channels. The proposed solution is expected to intelligently detect high-risk events such as anomalous user behaviour, new device usage, suspicious onboarding or account recovery attempts, and misuse of privileged access, while triggering real-time verification only when elevated risk levels are identified.

The expected outcome of the challenge is to help reduce account takeover incidents, KYC fraud, and insider misuse, while enabling secure, compliant, scalable, and friction-optimised digital access across banking channels as user and transaction volumes continue to grow.

Through this initiative, Bank of Baroda aims to foster collaboration between academia and industry while encouraging young innovators to contribute towards shaping the future of secure and resilient digital banking.

Speaking on the initiative, Shri Sanjay V Mudaliar, Executive Director, Bank of Baroda, said,

“Bank of Baroda believes that innovation thrives when academia and industry come together to solve real-world challenges. Through Hackathon 2026, we aim to create a platform that empowers young innovators to develop impactful solutions that can redefine customer experience, strengthen digital capabilities, and contribute to the evolving banking ecosystem. As digital banking adoption accelerates, strengthening identity trust and cybersecurity frameworks will play a critical role in ensuring safe, seamless, and future-ready banking experiences.”

The initiative reflects Bank of Baroda’s continued commitment towards driving innovation-led transformation and leveraging emerging technologies to build secure, customer-centric, and future-ready banking solutions.

Speaking on the initiative, Prof. Rajat Moona Director, IIT Gandhinagar, said,

 “We are delighted to collaborate with Bank of Baroda on this initiative that encourages innovation, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship among students and alumni. Such engagements provide participants with an opportunity to apply their technical expertise to practical industry challenges while contributing meaningfully to India’s digital transformation journey.”

The Hackathon will include multiple stages of evaluation, mentorship, and solution development, culminating in a grand finale where shortlisted teams will present their solutions before a distinguished jury comprising leaders from the banking, technology, and academic ecosystem.

The 4th Edition of the Programme Will Be Hosted at the MAHE Campus in Manipal from 22–24 July 2026

Manipal, May 25: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, will be the Host Institution for the prestigious UK–India HealthTech Accelerator Programme for the 2026–2028 cycle, in partnership with the UK Government. In a significant milestone for India–UK collaboration in healthcare technology, the 4th Edition of this programme will be hosted at the MAHE campus in Manipal from 22–24 July 2026.

The three-day accelerator programme will bring together HealthTech startups, innovators, policymakers, healthcare experts, investors, and industry leaders from India and the United Kingdom to promote collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation in healthcare technology.

The programme will select 25 HealthTech companies from across India to participate in the fully funded accelerator. Among them, six companies will receive an opportunity to participate in a fully funded immersion visit to the United Kingdom, enabling direct engagement with the UK healthcare ecosystem and industry stakeholders.

The initiative aims to support Indian HealthTech companies developing innovative solutions that can address global health concerns, to get access to experts in the United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS). While enabling founders and businesses to have a global impact, the programme strengthens India–UK collaboration in healthcare technology and digital health transformation. The accelerator will focus on critical thematic areas, including workforce productivity, preventive care, patient pathway management, urgent care optimisation, healthy ageing, FemTech, artificial intelligence, and healthcare data technologies.Speaking about the initiative, Dr Sharath K. Rao, Vice Chancellor, MAHE, said, “Hosting the UK-India HealthTech Accelerator reflects MAHE’s commitment to not just engage with global healthcare conversations, but to shape them. Our partnership with the British High Commission is rooted in a shared belief in purposeful innovation and the power of collaboration. We are pleased to welcome India’s leading HealthTech startups to Manipal and look forward to ideas from this programme creating a meaningful impact for patients in the UK and beyond.”Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka added “India’s HealthTech ecosystem, one of the largest in the world, is developing rapidly, underpinned by innovation and affordability. And the UK is keen to work with Indian health-tech companies that are developing pioneering solutions. Through the Accelerator, a select cohort of companies would receive tailored guidance to align their propositions in line with the UK’s health priorities, connect with experts and decision-makers, and build partnerships propelling them to scale. We are delighted to partner with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), taking forward our joint vision to enable innovators to build solutions for patients worldwide.”

Through this collaboration, MAHE reaffirms its commitment to promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and translational research at a global scale. The university’s role as Host Institution positions Manipal as a nodal point for some of the most consequential conversations in healthcare technology today, effectively connecting Indian ingenuity with the needs of one of the world’s largest and most complex public health systems. HealthTech startups and innovators interested in participating in the 4th Edition of the UK–India Health Tech Accelerator Programme can register through the official programme portal.

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Yemen-set political thriller draws on author’s years of US Navy service in the Middle East; publication scheduled for spring 2027 under the Histria Fiction imprint.

NEW YORK — Histria Books, an independent US publisher distributed by Simon & Schuster, has signed former US Navy Commander Ron Terrell for his debut novel, The Last Cocktail in Yemen. The book is the first installment in a planned trilogy and will publish in spring 2027 under the Histria Fiction imprint.

Set in Yemen during the rise of the Houthi movement, the novel follows Jack Marshall, a US Navy officer stationed in Sana’a, and Nur al-Sayed, an Egyptian journalist, whose relationship unfolds amid political turmoil and personal danger. Terrell draws on years of firsthand experience in Yemen and the Middle East region.

 “Ron Terrell brings to the thriller shelf what most novelists have to research from a distance: actual experience on the ground in the country the book is set in. That shows on every page.” — Dr. Kurt Brackob, Director, Histria Books

A Foreign Area Officer specializing in the Middle East and Arabic language, Terrell retired from the Navy at the rank of commander. Originally trained as a civil engineer at Purdue University, he later earned a master’s degree in security studies from the US Naval War College, pursued advanced Middle East regional studies at the US Naval Postgraduate School, and studied Arabic at the Defense Language Institute.

He served across the Middle East, including an assignment with US Naval Forces Central Command, where he led maritime engagement with Yemeni and Omani naval forces. He lived in Bahrain during the Arab Spring and traveled frequently to Yemen during the rise of the Houthi movement, working alongside local naval forces and, at times, US special forces.

“I wanted to write the Yemen I knew, not the Yemen of the headlines. Everything Jack and Nur live through was inspired by something I saw or someone I met.”

— Ron Terrell

Now living in Puerto Rico, Terrell spends his time writing, diving, and enjoying family and coastal life. He is currently writing the second volume of the trilogy.

Firehouse Communications & Partners is the originating agency and publicist for Ron Terrell and The Last Cocktail in Yemen.

About Histria Books

Histria Books is an independent US publisher with twelve imprints spanning literary and commercial fiction, children’s, academic, romance, science fiction and fantasy, young adult, Christian, classics, and nonfiction, including the Center for Romanian Studies. Histria Books is distributed by Simon & Schuster. Learn more at histriabooks.com.

About Firehouse Communications & Partners

Firehouse is a leading independent reputation management and publicity firm with a track record of bringing first time authors to market.

Its principal, Simon Fowler is also a leading adviser to governments and global corporates.

Author website: ronterrell.com

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The Golem’s Holocaust by Scott Eveloff now available from Histria Books

Histria Books is pleased to announce the release of The Golem’s Holocaust by Scott Eveloff. This novel is published by Histria Fiction, an imprint of Histria Books dedicated to outstanding original works of fiction.

In The Golem’s Holocaust, Scott Eveloff merges the brutal reality of Nazi-occupied Europe with ancient Jewish mysticism. The novel follows Shayna, a young Jewish girl, and Emet, a mythical Golem summoned to protect his people from destruction.

What makes this approach stand out is how it reimagines history not just as a record of endurance, but as a site of supernatural defiance. Instead of focusing purely on tragedy, Eveloff gives physical form to cultural resilience and the desire for vengeance. Bringing folklore to life against the backdrop of the Holocaust shifts the lens away from victimhood and toward raw, mythical agency. The book asks difficult questions about survival, justice, and the moral weight of fighting back against absolute evil. Readers looking for historical fiction that takes bold risks will find a fresh, visceral exploration of collective trauma and the enduring power of myth.

Scott Eveloff MD is a retired pulmonary physician with thirty years of clinical experience and past appearances on The Dr. Oz Show, ABC’s 20/20, and Inside Edition. His writing is fueled by a fascination with historical mysteries, the supernatural, and a lifelong dedication to uplifting the disadvantaged. Now spending his retirement “resuscitating plot lines instead of patients,” Dr. Eveloff enjoys traveling with his wife and writes in enduring memory of his late son, Andrew, whose boundless enthusiasm continues to inspire his characters.

The Golem’s Holocaust by Scott Eveloff, 264 pp., ISBN 978-1-59211-722-2, is available at HistriaBooks.com and from all major book retailers. This title is also available as an ebook. Titles published under the imprints of Histria Books are distributed in the United States and Canada by Simon & Schuster and in the rest of the world through Unified Book Distribution. For information on publishing with Histria Books, please visit HistriaBooks.com or contact us at info@histriabooks.com.

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Mumbai,  May 19 : India’s college festivals have traditionally followed a simple format institutions organise, students participate.

But a growing shift is underway in campus culture, where students are no longer just attendees. They are becoming builders, operators, marketers, creators and community leaders themselves.

At the centre of this shift is the Under25 Summit At Campus (SAC), a decentralised youth festival model that has expanded from just 7 Summits across 3 cities in 2024 to over 200 student-led Summits across 36 cities in less than two years, reaching over 1.2 million students on ground.

What began as an experimental campus initiative has now evolved into one of India’s largest student-led youth engagement ecosystems.

To recognise the Indian students driving this movement, Under25 hosted the third edition of – “Under25 Campus Awards 2025–2026” under the theme #IBuiltDifferent on Instagram Live, spotlighting the organisers, creators and campus leaders shaping a new era of student-led experiences across the country.

Jeel Gandhi, CEO of Under25, mentions,

 “At a time when internet culture is increasingly shaped by communities instead of institutions, the awards marked a unique moment for India’s campus ecosystem: where student leadership, creator culture and digital participation came together on a national scale.”

The awards saw participation from over 250 colleges and universities including Bennett University, Christ (Deemed to be University), Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Shoolini University, BVDU Navi Mumbai, Poornima Engineering College and Reva University, among others.

The platform received over 800 nominations across 27 categories spanning campus leadership, event execution, creator campaigns, student engagement, brand integrations and cultural impact. A total of 35 winners were recognised across categories including Public Choice Awards, Backbone Awards, Brand Awards, Superlatives, Do It For The Gram Awards and Big Bang Awards.

Unlike conventional college fests, SACs operate through Under25’s Fellowship model, where students independently conceptualise and execute Summits on their campuses. From partnerships and sponsorships to production, programming, creator outreach and audience growth, students lead every aspect of the experience themselves.

Over time, the model has evolved into a live experimentation ground for youth engagement, creator-led communities and campus culture. SACs have brought together students with entrepreneurs, artists, creators and cultural voices including Dolly Singh, Sanya Malhotra, Buvan Bam, Prajakta Koli, Avinash Tiwary and Kishore Biyani, among others, across campuses in India.

For many students, the impact has gone beyond events.

For Shubham Gaikwad from Khopoli, on the outskirts of Mumbai, the SAC Awards marked a defining personal milestone. Alongside BVDU Navi Mumbai’s sweep of five awards, Shubham was recognised as Fellow of the Year – reflecting the larger spirit behind #IBuiltDifferent: students stepping beyond participation and becoming leaders within their own communities.

The rapid growth of SACs reflects a wider shift in how Gen Z engages with culture, communities and identity itself. Instead of passively consuming experiences, young people increasingly want participation, visibility and ownership in shaping them.

Jeel adds,

“We realised very early that young people don’t just want events anymore, they want ownership. SACs work because students aren’t volunteering at the edges; they are building the entire experience themselves. What started as a campus initiative has now become a nationwide network of student-led cultural infrastructure across India.”

As brands, creators and institutions look for more meaningful ways to engage youth audiences, student-led ecosystems like SACs are emerging as far more than just campus events or properties. In a country with one of the world’s youngest populations, they are becoming cultural infrastructure and a blueprint for how India’s next generation wants to gather, create, collaborate and lead — online, offline and increasingly, on their own terms.