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NSDC partners with Axim Collaborative to enhance Open edX Platform, drive innovation in skill development

NEW DELHI, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) partnered with Axim Collaborative, a non-profit organization, to enhance the Open edX open-source software Platform and drive innovation in education and skill ecosystem to empower youths.

Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and MD of NSDC International, and Ms. Stephanie Khurana, CEO of Axim Collaborative, signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 20th March 2025. This partnership marks a significant leadership stride from NSDC towards utilising digital solutions for skill development and vocational training.

The partnership will support advancement of the Open edX Project, a global open-source learning management system and community for online teaching and learning, by providing leadership and technical support. The collaboration includes sharing knowledge, expanding the Open edX ecosystem, establishing new partnerships, and driving digital innovation. Additionally, NSDC will join the Open edX Technical Oversight Committee to further enhance the platform’s capabilities. Both the organizations also intend to pursue innovations in important areas such as AIenhanced teaching and learning, content modularity, credential recognition, digital wallets, mobile learning experiences, open-source learning platforms, and results-driven funding.

“NSDC is not merely pondering the what ifs—we are making them real. With bold strides, we are breaking barriers, building pathways, and transforming education into what it must be,” Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC, added. “We believe this collaboration will significantly enhance our efforts in vocational training and skill development. By contributing to the Open edX platform, we can provide better learning opportunities and prepare a future-ready workforce.”

“This partnership underscores our commitment to making learning more accessible, relevant, and effective across the globe,” said Stephanie Khurana, CEO of Axim Collaborative. “By deepening our collaboration with NSDC, we aim to expand the reach and capabilities of the Open edX platform, empowering millions to advance their lives through education. By sharing insights on NSDC’s effective education policies, upskilling strategies, and workforce models, we seek to build stronger education-to-work pipelines that anticipate future workforce needs—ensuring individuals and communities thrive in a rapidly evolving world.”

About National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) 

NSDC is the principal architect of the skill ecosystem in the country. It is a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) enterprise working under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India. NSDC was established to catalyse the skilling ecosystem for private sector participation and be the strategic implementation and knowledge partner to the Skill India Mission, to build efficient vocational training initiatives, empowering India’s youth. NSDC provides support to enterprises, start-ups, companies, and organizations that are creating an impact by offering a world of opportunities in futuristic skills to the potential workforce. The organization develops appropriate models to enhance, support, and coordinate private sector initiatives in skilling by offering funding support to eligible entities, concessional loans to the candidates along with other innovative financial products and building strategic partnerships.

About Axim Collaborative

Axim Collaborative transforms education-to-work pathways by facilitating collaboration and innovations to build an ecosystem of solutions to drive better outcomes for millions of learners. With a mission to make learning more accessible, relevant and effective for all learners, we seek to catalyze new digital and education practices that engage students in their course of study and enable them to persist through their programs and excel in their careers to realize greater social and economic mobility. Axim is co-founded by Harvard and MIT and is the successor to edX, the pioneering online learning platform launched in 2012.

About the Open edX Project

The Open edX platform is an open-source learning management system that is used across the globe to teach and learn online. The Open edX platform powers more than 70,000 courses and supports more than 98 million learners. It has been deployed to support everything from single classrooms to university-wide education, to government-sponsored nation-wide learning initiatives. The Open edX project and its community pursue innovative approaches to learning and pedagogy, promote the adoption of best practices across the education continuum, and share the vision that everyone, everywhere should have access to high-quality education.

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New Report by TeachBetter.ai Finds 87% of Educators See AI as the Future of Classrooms — Launches Education-Focussed AI Platform at Startup Mahakumbh

NEW DELHI, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a year where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating global headlines, a new India-specific research report highlights how the country’s educators are responding: with curiosity, urgency, and a clear demand for practical AI tools.

The report, titled ‘The Future of Education with AI: 2025′, was released today by education-focused AI startup, alongside the official launch of its flagship platform for Teachers & Students: TeachBetter.ai

Based on insights from over 500 educators in India across experience levels, school types, and regions, the report is poised to guide stakeholders in leveraging AI to revolutionize the future of education, ensuring inclusivity and improved learning outcomes for all. Access the full report from here.

Key Findings from the Report:

The research, conducted through an extensive survey, identifies critical trends and opportunities in AI adoption across the education landscape:

  • AI can be a game-changer: 87% of educators believe AI will significantly shape the future of education.
  • AI Adoption on the Rise: Over 77% of educators have explored or implemented AI-powered tools to enhance teaching outcomes and streamline administrative tasks.
  • Reducing Teacher Workload: Educators currently spend nearly 40% of their time on administrative tasks. AI-driven solutions can reduce this workload by over 30%, enabling teachers to focus more on student engagement.
  • Personalized Learning is important: Self-paced learning emerges as a key AI use case, with 68% of educators recognizing its potential to deliver individualized learning experiences.
  • Barriers to AI Adoption Remain High: Lack of training and infrastructure gaps continue to be the biggest roadblocks in AI adoption. Educators are looking for practical, easy-to-use tools that save time — not bulky CRMs or generic, one-size-fits-all chatbot solutions.

“What teachers are asking for is not hype — but help,” said Binit Agarwalla, founder of TeachBetter.ai. “They want AI that supports their day-to-day challenges — saves time, reduces manual effort, and enhances their ability to teach with impact. This report affirms that need — and our platform teachbetter.ai is a direct response to it.”

TeachBetter.ai also announces launch of its Purpose-Built AI platform for Schools, Parents & Students.

To address the needs surfaced in the report, the company also announced the official launch of its AI-powered platform, TeachBetter.ai — now live and open to all educators, schools, students, and parents in India.

For teachers and schools, the platform offers a suite of tools including a lesson plan generator, quiz and worksheet creator, personalized report writer, event planner, presentation generator and more. These tools are designed to dramatically reduce planning time, generate quality teaching resources and enable more meaningful student engagement.

For students and parents, the platform provides concept explainers, doubt solvers, ask me anything chatbot, and other home learning tools. Students can safely research topics, clarify doubts, and create project work using built-in text, image, and video search — all within the platform — eliminating the risk of getting lost or distracted on the open web while searching for educational resources. Parents have the control and visibility, allowing them to keep track of how their child is engaging with the AI platform.

“We built TeachBetter.ai to solve real, everyday challenges faced by teachers, students, and parents. From saving hours on planning to helping students learn safely and independently, every tool in the platform is designed with purpose,” said Vipin Kumar, Co-founder of TeachBetter.ai.

The TeachBetter.ai platform launched at the Startup Mahakumbh, offers extended free access for a limited period. Visit www.teachbetter.ai to start integrating responsible, impactful AI into your educational workflows — and experience how it can simplify teaching and amplify learning.

About TeachBetter.ai

TeachBetter.ai is on a mission to revolutionize education by empowering teachers, schools, parents, and students with cutting-edge AI tools. The platform simplifies teaching, enhances learning outcomes, and fosters a love for learning through personalized support, streamlined workflows, and innovative solutions. By focusing on saving time, improving efficiency, and ensuring inclusivity, TeachBetter.ai is shaping the future of education—making it smarter, more impactful, and accessible to all.

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IW247 Redefines Online Gaming

HYDERABAD, India, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IW247, a leading online gaming platform, is setting a new standard for gaming with around-the-clock opportunities to win. The platform is dedicated to providing uninterrupted action, bringing the gaming experience into a new era where ‘I WIN’ is at the core of everything.

What’s Behind the Name?

The ‘247’ in IW247 represents 24/7, symbolizing continuous gaming action, limitless excitement, and non-stop chances to win. IW247 is committed to delivering a superior, round-the-clock gaming experience for players worldwide.

What’s New with IW247?

IW247 offers several enhancements designed to improve the gaming experience:

  • Faster Performance – Enjoy seamless gameplay with quick navigation and responsiveness.
  • Stronger Security – Enhanced protection features ensure the safety of both winnings and personal data.
  • Smoother User Experience – An intuitive interface designed for ease of use.
  • Revamped Visuals – A modern design reflecting a competitive and dynamic gaming spirit.
  • Exciting New Games – A growing selection of games that provide continuous thrill.
  • Exclusive Promotions – Engaging challenges, special rewards, and offers to keep players engaged.

A Gaming Platform for the Future

IW247 is more than just an online gaming platform—it represents a shift in the gaming experience itself. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a seasoned player, IW247 inspires players to dream bigger, play smarter, and win harder.

The future of gaming is here, where the game never stops, and neither does the chance to win.

About IW247

IW247 is an online gaming platform that offers a dynamic, secure, and user-friendly experience. With a wide variety of live casinos, sports betting, slots, instant games, and exclusive promotions, IW247 is designed to meet the needs of players who seek constant action and the thrill of winning. Built on cutting-edge technology, IW247 is committed to providing an innovative, 24/7 gaming experience where players can win anytime, anywhere.

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India Research Conclave 2025 at AIIMS Sets the Stage for Strengthening India’s Research Ecosystem

NEW DELHI, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The India Research Conclave 2025, hosted at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, marked a significant milestone in advancing research excellence, fostering collaboration, and reinforcing research integrity in India. Powered by Springer Nature, the conclave brought together leading academics, researchers, policymakers, and industry experts to deliberate on key challenges and opportunities shaping India’s research landscape.

With a strong emphasis on research integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, the event featured keynote addresses from distinguished speakers from the government, academia, and research organizations. Discussions underscored India’s role in shaping the global research agenda and the importance of ethical and sustainable scientific progress.

Frank Vrancken Peeters, CEO, Springer Nature, highlighted the transformative impact of collaboration and research integrity in driving scientific advancements. He stated, India is emerging as a global leader in research and innovation. Events like the India Research Conclave play a crucial role in fostering a culture of excellence, transparency, and collaboration. At Springer Nature, we remain committed to supporting the research community with tools and resources that uphold the highest standards of integrity.”

P.K. Banerjee, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Education, Government of India, reiterated the government’s focus on strengthening India’s research ecosystem. He remarked, “The India Research Conclave serves as a crucial platform to bring together policymakers, academics, and industry leaders to drive impactful research and innovation. As India continues to expand its research capabilities, it is imperative that we uphold the highest ethical and academic standards, ensuring that our scientific advancements benefit society at large. Initiatives like One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) are key to democratizing access to high-quality research, enabling Indian researchers to contribute more effectively to the global knowledge economy. The students need to nudge the institutions into first getting access and thereafter, use them effectively for newer multi-disciplinary research using ONOS.”

The conclave also featured two engaging panel discussions. The first panel, ‘Strengthening India’s Research & the Way Forward’, brought together distinguished academics and policymakers to discuss the challenges and opportunities in India’s research ecosystem. Experts shared insights on funding, policy reforms, and interdisciplinary collaboration to propel India to the forefront of global research. The second panel, ‘Women in Research: Catalysts for Change in India’s Scientific Landscape’, highlighted the invaluable contributions of women researchers and the need for greater gender inclusivity in STEM fields. The discussion emphasized mentorship, policy support, and institutional changes to empower women in research.

The conclave featured keynote speeches and discussions from esteemed leaders in research, education, and policy, including Dr. Govind K. Makharia, Associate Dean (Research), AIIMS, New Delhi, Dr. B.N. Gangadhar, Chairman, National Medical Commission and Prof. Dhananjay Singh, Member Secretary, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Ministry of Education, Government of India

Hosting the India Research Conclave 2025 at AIIMS, New Delhi, one of India’s premier research institutions, underscored the event’s significance in shaping national research policies. The discussions on sustainability, technology-driven research, and academic integrity highlighted India’s growing influence in the global research ecosystem.

A key focus of the conclave was Springer Nature’s Research Integrity initiatives, reinforcing the commitment to ethical publishing, transparency, and sustainable research practices. This aligns with India’s vision for academic excellence and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Through insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and knowledge exchange, the India Research Conclave 2025 laid the foundation for future initiatives that will strengthen India’s position as a global leader in research and innovation.

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Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.

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