Edtech

Best AI Lesson Planning Tools for Teachers (2026 Guide)

Discover the best AI lesson planning tools for teachers. Compare features, pricing, and benefits to create faster, smarter, and more engaging lessons in minutes.

K-12 EdTech startup Qweebi raises $500K to bring hands-on STEM & robotics to millions of students

Qweebi, an online STEM learning platform that enables schools to run hands-on engineering and robotics projects entirely through a web browser, has raised $500,000 in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The round also saw participation from global leaders including Jeroen Tas, former Co-founder of

Ranjita Raman on Democratizing Higher Education: How Jaro Education is Bridging the Access Gap in India

In this StartupTalky International Women’s Day 2026 feature, Ranjita Raman, CEO of Jaro Education, discusses democratizing access to higher education, building a sustainable ed-tech business, and how women leaders are shaping the future of learning in India.

Physics Wallah Founder Alakh Pandey Joins Billionaire Club, Hits $1 Billion Net Worth

Alakh Pandey has entered the global billionaire list in 2026, with an estimated net worth of $1 billion, according to Forbes. The milestone follows a series of clear financial developments, including a strong IPO debut and steady revenue growth at Physics Wallah. His wealth is largely tied to his equity

PhysicsWallah Served INR 263 Cr Income Tax Notice, Plans to Challenge Demand

A unit of the Income Tax (IT) Department has sent a tax demand notice to PhysicsWallah (PW) for a sum of INR 263.3 crore. The business announced the ruling in a filing with the stock market, citing Section 143(3) of the Income Tax Act as the basis for

Daily Indian Startup Funding Roundup & Key Business News - 16 March 2026: Ecofy Bags $42M, Upgrad to Acquire Unacademy, & More

India’s startup ecosystem saw strong investment activity on 16 March 2026, particularly in climate‑focused fintech, AI, health and enterprise tech sectors. Ecofy raised $42 million (₹380 crore) to scale sustainable financing solutions, while other startups, including BetterHood, Agnit Semiconductors, OfficeBanao and GrapeVine, also secured fresh capital. On the

A Tale of Two Edtechs: Unacademy's Acquisition by upGrad Signals a Sector's Reckoning

The Indian edtech landscape, once a fertile ground for billion-dollar valuations and breakneck growth, is undergoing a seismic shift. The recent announcement of upGrad's acquisition of Unacademy in an all-stock deal is the most significant consolidation event to date, marking a dramatic reset for a sector grappling with

Success Stories: Unveiling the Most Promising EdTech Startups Revolutionizing Education in the USA

Online education is popular for studying at your own speed from anywhere globally. Therefore, the global e-learning market is expected to reach $400 billion by 2026. The education technology (EdTech) sector in the USA is experiencing a remarkable surge, with innovative startups reshaping how we learn and acquire new skills.

Netflix’s Hello Bachhon Chronicles Alakh Pandey’s Rise from Physics Wallah to Edtech Pioneer

Netflix has launched a biographical drama series, Hello Bachhon, on 6 March 2026, inspired by the real-life journey of Alakh Pandey, founder of India’s fast-growing edtech platform PhysicsWallah. The series premiered globally on Netflix and has already drawn attention from viewers, particularly in the business and education sectors. The

Daily Indian Startup Funding Roundup & Key News - 27 February 2026: Constelli Raises $20M, Unacademy Announces ₹50 Cr ESOP Buyback, & More

India’s startup ecosystem recorded steady funding momentum across defence tech, proptech, enterprise infrastructure, and AI-led platforms, alongside notable corporate developments in edtech and manufacturing. Early-stage investments and growth capital continued to flow into innovation-driven startups, while companies announced strategic employee liquidity programmes and expansion ambitions. Here’s your daily

Google Brings New AI Certificate to Coursera With Free Pro Benefits

On Coursera, Google has introduced a new AI Professional Certificate. Its goal is to assist professionals in going beyond basic AI knowledge and safely utilising AI tools in their daily jobs. Google AI Pro will be provided to enrolled learners at no cost for three months. This allows for practical

Daily Indian Startup Funding Roundup & Key News - 26 February 2026: Meltplan Raises $10M, upGrad Acquires Internshala, & More

Indian startups continued to attract strong investor interest on 26 February 2026, with capital flowing into deeptech, AI-led construction, fintech, wellness, consumer brands, and enterprise SaaS. Several growth-stage rounds led by Peak XV and global VCs highlight sustained momentum in India’s innovation ecosystem. Meanwhile, the day’s business headlines

upGrad's Strategic Acquisition of Internshala: A Deep Dive into India's Evolving Edtech Landscape

In a significant move poised to reshape India's burgeoning edtech and recruitment sectors, upGrad, a prominent online higher education and upskilling platform, announced its acquisition of Internshala, a leading internship and early-career hiring platform. This strategic consolidation, finalized through a 90% stock-swap transaction, underscores upGrad's ambition

Suniel Shetty-Backed Klassroom Edtech Files DRHP for BSE SME IPO Amid 120% Revenue Surge

Indian edtech startup Klassroom has taken a major step towards going public by filing its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an IPO on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) SME platform. This move follows strong growth and improved profits, suggesting the

Beep Raises 850K USD in Pre-Series A to Scale Career Access for Tier 2 and Tier 3 Students

Pune-based EdTech startup Beep, has raised 850K USD in a Pre- Series A funding round to accelerate its mission of building an AI-driven career ecosystem for students and early career professionals. The round saw participation from Knowhere Ventures LLC, Pacific Global Solutions Limited and LeadAngels FLV, along with individual investors

PhysicsWallah Q3 FY26 Revenue Jumps 34%, Profit Rises 33% as Edtech Growth Continues

Edtech company PhysicsWallah reported a strong set of financial results for the third quarter of FY26, showing solid growth in both revenue and profitability. The Noida-based education platform, which went public in November 2025, continues to strengthen its position in India’s competitive online and offline education market. For the

Ex-Flipkart CTO & Google GM Launches AI-First EdTech Startup ‘Fermi.ai’ in the US and India

An AI-based personalised learning platform, Fermi.ai, aims to restore the ‘Productive Struggle’ with a focus on Deep learning for students and unprecedented insights for educators 

Varthana Bags $16.5 Million Funding to Expand Affordable Education in India

Varthana Finance, a leading NBFC in the affordable education sector in India, has secured a series of strategic international debt financings to strengthen its mission of transforming affordable education and school infrastructure across India. The funding includes a USD 6 million loan from WaterEquity, along with USD 5 million NCD

Unacademy Plans Exit from Offline Centres, Adopts Franchise Model

According to creator Gaurav Munjal, Unacademy intends to close its centre business and turn it into a franchise. Munjal informed staff members via email on January 14 that the company will convert its company-operated centres into franchise partnerships in the upcoming months. He went on to say that the business&

Varthana secures USD 6 million loan from WaterEquity to expand access to safe water and sanitation in underserved schools across India

Varthana Finance, a leading NBFC in the affordable education sector in India, has secured a USD 6 million loan from WaterEquity, a global asset manager exclusively focused on water and sanitation. The funding aims to expand access to safe water and sanitation in underserved school communities across India. The proceeds

Prateek Shukla of Masai School on Simulated Adaptive Learning, Vernacular AI Education, and Building Outcome-Driven Tech Talent Across Bharat

StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Prateek Shukla, Founder & CEO of Masai School, who

Unacademy Reverses ESOP Exercise Window Policy Amid Employee Concerns

According to reports, Uncademy has retracted its controversial proposal to shorten the ESOP exercise window from ten years to just thirty days. The edtech business told former workers that it was delaying the changes to the ESOP policy, according to an internal email that Economic Times was able to see.

Dr. Kamal Chhabra of KC GlobEd on How Personalised, Data-Driven Learning Shaped Global Finance Education

StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Dr. Kamal Chhabra, Founder and CEO of KC GlobEd,

Unacademy Reduces ESOP Exercise Period for Ex-Employees to 30 Days

The employee stock option plan (ESOP) of test prep business Unacademy has been modified to drastically reduce the exercise window for departed employees. In the past, departing employees had up to ten years to buy the stock options they had accrued while working for the company. They now have 30

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 16th December 2025: Digantara Raises $50 Mn, Moxie Beauty Secures $15 Mn, upGrad Begins IPO Preparations & More

India’s startup ecosystem continued to witness strong momentum on 16th December 2025, with funding activity spanning spacetech, D2C beauty, climate tech, deep tech, and consumer appliances. Spacetech startup Digantara led the day with a $50 million Series B round, while haircare brand Moxie Beauty and shapewear startup Underneat secured

upGrad Begins IPO Preparations for $350–400 Million Listing Planned in 2027

According to multiple media sources, Temasek-backed upGrad has started early preparations for an IPO that might garner $350–400 million. The company is investigating inorganic expansion through possible mergers and acquisitions at the same time as the IPO push. As reported by media houses, upGrad is investigating a possible $300–

US Court Orders Byju’s Founder Byju Raveendran to Pay Over $1 Billion in Major Legal Setback

In a significant legal decision, a US bankruptcy court in Delaware has entered a default judgement against Byju Raveendran, founder of the ed-tech firm Byju’s, ordering him to pay more than $1.07 billion. The ruling comes after the court found that Mr Raveendran repeatedly failed to comply with

Gaming, GenAI, and Spacetech: India’s Surprising Deeptech Boom

This article has been contributed by Mr. Kalyan Sivalenka, Managing Partner at Hyderabad Angel Fund (HAF) When people talk about Indian startups, they refer mostly to fintech, edtech, or SaaS. Still, there is one silent revolution that is turning heads across the world: gaming, generative AI, and Spacetech are slowly

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 11th November 2025: Finnable Raises INR 250 Cr, Physics Wallah Secures INR 1,563 Cr, Ather Surpasses Ola & More

India’s startup ecosystem continued its dynamic streak on 11th November 2025, witnessing a mix of high-value fundraises and major market updates across sectors. Fintech, health-tech, and clean energy ventures led the funding momentum, while edtech and EV players made headlines with significant milestones. From Finnable’s INR 250 crore

Physics Wallah Raises INR 1,563 Crore from Anchor Investors Before IPO Launch

Physics Wallah, an edtech unicorn, announced on 10 November that it has secured INR 1,563 crore from anchor investors, one day before its initial public offering (IPO) opened. This will be the nation's first significant pure-play edtech company to list on an initial public offering (IPO). A

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 6th November 2025: The Artment, Game State Labs, and Ulook Raise Fresh Capital; Physics Wallah Founders Enter Billionaire Club

India’s startup ecosystem saw a dynamic day on 5th November 2025, with fresh funding rounds across home décor, gaming, space-tech, and AI infrastructure. Key highlights included The Artment’s pre-Series A, Game State Labs’ seed round, and Ulook’s space-tech funding, reflecting steady investor confidence. Meanwhile, Zepto’s meat

Physics Wallah Founders Alakh Pandey and Prateek Boob Become Billionaires Ahead of IPO

Physics Wallah Ltd., an education technology company supported by WestBridge, announced its IPO price range of INR 103–109 per share, propelling its founders, Alakh Pandey and Prateek Boob, into the billionaire ranks. The company's highest valuation is INR 31,170 crore. Pandey and Boob each own 105.

Physicswallah’s INR 3,820 Crore IPO Plan: How’s It Going?

The founders, Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari, are to sell their shares worth INR 720 crore. Here's how the funds...

Azent Overseas Education Announces UK Admissions Day

Azent Overseas Education, one of India’s leading study abroad platforms, is set to host a UK Admissions Day on October 29, 2025, at its Hyderabad Center. The event will bring together representatives from renowned UK universities — Ulster University Belfast, University of Wolverhampton, Edinburgh Napier University, and St. Mary’s

Alakh Pandey's PhysicsWallah and IDP Sign MoU to Support Students’ Global Education Aspirations with IELTS

PhysicsWallah (PW), the education platform founded by Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IDP Education India (“IDP”), co-owner of IELTS and India’s sole provider of the test, to bring global opportunities closer to students. Under this collaboration, PW students will gain access

Alakh Pandey Becomes Richer Than Sharu Khan Despite Physics Wallah’s Loss-Making Business

Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari's net worth soared 223% and they joined the Hurun India Rich List 2025 because...

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 26th September 2025: Curefoods Raises INR 160 Cr, Vedantu Secures $11 Mn, Amazon $2.5 Bn Settlement & More

Here’s your daily roundup of funding announcements, corporate developments, and key business news shaping the Indian and global markets on 26th September 2025. Highlights include major funding rounds for Curefoods, Vedantu, Navo, GaadiMech, and Recove, alongside significant corporate updates from Amazon, Starbucks, and Accenture. Track the latest trends, investment

Physics Wallah Franchise: Cost, Requirements, Profit & Application Process (A Complete Guide)

Physics Wallah, most popularly known as PW, has become a familiar name in India’s EdTech domain. It all started in 2016 as a YouTube channel by Alakh Pandey, sharing physics lessons, and has today grown into a unicorn company. These days, millions of students now rely on PW for

Physics Wallah: How a YouTube Channel Turned into a Unicorn EdTech Startup

Technological growth and affordable equipment have devised a new scheme of learning in this modern world. They have refreshed our education system and made learning easy, simple, and interesting. This change in the system seems so quick that, shortly, students might no longer carry books and will have the option

Physics Wallah Business Model | How Physics Wallah Makes Money

Physics Wallah, known as PW, is recognizable to anyone familiar with India's formerly thriving (but now reorienting) EdTech businesses. There are a lot of big companies in the EdTech industry that are worth a lot more than this young company. Many of them raised billions of dollars from

VB Anatomy is Now on Miyagi Labs

Renowned Indian anatomist and educator Dr. Vaishaly Bharambe has launched an in-depth, interactive online course titled “The Female Reproductive System: From Development to Surgical Anatomy” under her academic initiative VB Anatomy. The course is now available on Miyagi Labs, USA, an interactive, AI-powered learning platform. This new course marks a

Protrainy Emerges as India’s Leading Platform Empowering Core Engineers to Upskill and Accelerate Careers

New Delhi [India], August 11: Protrainy, India’s fastest-growing upskilling platform for core engineers, is reshaping the career paths of professionals in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering by equipping them with the skills and industry exposure they need to transition into better-paying, high-growth roles. With a sharp focus on Tier

Crack JEE Main & Advanced with Confidence: ExamPraxis Brings Scientific and Affordable Learning to Every Student

New Delhi [India], August 8: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main & Advanced) is one of the most competitive and challenging exams in India, opening the doors to prestigious institutions like the IITs, NITs, and IIITs. Each year, over 1.5 million studentscompete in JEE, yet only a small fraction

AI Is the New Classroom: Gemini Launches "Guided Learning" For Students

AI is doing the homework, as the survey shows 89% students use AI daily. Will Google’s ‘Guided Learning’ change this?

Physics Wallah Marketing Strategy: How Engagement, Digital Courses, and Offline Learning Drive Its Success

India's edtech industry is valued at $7.5 billion in 2024, and is projected to grow to $29 billion by 2030. One name stands out: Physics Wallah, an Indian unicorn edtech startup founded in 2016 by Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari. Today, the brand is a household name

Smarter Research, Safer Practices: IFERP Publishes New Guidelines on the Ethics of AI Use in Academics

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 28:  The Institute for Educational Research and Publication (IFERP) unveils a practical framework supported by dedicated conference tracks and training to help students, faculty, and administrators harness AI’s power responsibly while guarding academic integrity. The Institute for Educational Research and Publication (IFERP) today announced

ChatGPT Handles 2.5 Billion Daily Prompts: Transforming Student Learning and Research!

With 2.5 billion prompts every day—330 million of which come from the US alone—ChatGPT is transforming education. Students are quickly switching from traditional search engines to AI-driven explanations for homework, essays, and comprehending hard subjects. With features like an AI-powered web browser, OpenAI is improving ChatGPT to

Education, Unlocked: ClassTym Launches to Empower Learners and Teachers

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 15: ClassTym, a next-generation interactive teaching platform, built around transparency and personalization launches with a radical mission: to put the power back in the hands of educators thus making quality mentorship accessible to students everywhere while reshaping the future of learning through human connection. In a

Physics Wallah Partners with YCMOU to Offer Online, Credit-Based Degree Programs

Education company PhysicsWallah (PW) has partnered with Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU), with an aim to offer regular online classes and real-time doubt resolution facilities to students. Furthermore, students will also get to gain admission to certain online, credit-based degree programs. The collaboration will combine YCMOU’s academic oversight

PhysicsWallah Partners with CSC Academy to Launch Digital University for Rural India, Focus on AI and Cybersecurity Training

Education company PhysicsWallah (PW) has partnered with CSC Academy (CSCA), a not-for-profit organisation under the Common Services Centres (CSC) of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Through this partnership, the two entities will try to establish a Digital University that will offer accredited online degree programs and certifications,

Byju's Assets Approved for Sale by a US Court

The coding platform Tynker and the children's learning platform Epic, two American assets of the struggling edtech company Byju's, were sold for a small portion of what the company had spent for them.  According to a media report, both sales were allowed by a US bankruptcy

Aakash Drags EY Into Byju's Battle: NCLT Petition Adds New Twist to Edtech Dispute

According to court documents examined by a media group, the conflict between Aakash Educational Services (AESL) and edtech company Byju's has intensified. Aakash filed a strongly worded petition before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Bengaluru, accusing international consulting firm Ernst & Young (EY) of professional misconduct

BYJU’S Disappears from Play Store: EdTech Giant’s App Goes Offline

The edtech startup BYJU'S has removed its Android app from the Play Store due to continued rumblings and insolvency procedures. A preliminary search of the Play Store yields no results for BYJU'S main app. Three additional apps, nevertheless, are still accessible: "Think and Learn Premium

Aakash Alleges Conflict of Interest by EY, Demands Byju's-Related Records

As part of its ongoing legal battle with Byju's, Aakash Educational Services Ltd. (AESL) has accused EY of professional misconduct and conflict of interest. The main focus of the case is AESL's governance and control problems after Byju's failed takeover. AESL's legal

50% of India’s Workforce Remains Unskilled in FY24-25 Despite Skilling Push, Says upGrad Enterprise Report

New report urges India Inc. to rethink skilling strategies as participation gaps, generational divides, and ROI concerns widen upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling division of Asia’s leading integrated lifelong learning company, upGrad has launched a groundbreaking industry report titled ‘Skilling Smarter: A Strategic Guide to Training Across Generations’.  Based

Prateek Maheshwari: The Quiet Force Behind Physics Wallah’s $3.7 Billion Rise

From a small town in Rajasthan to co-founding a company worth $3.7 billion, Prateek Maheshwari's journey has been a remarkable inspiration for many. Competing with ed-tech giants like Byju's and Unacademy, Prateek Maheshwari is the technological backbone of the company, Physics Wallah. Many of us

University of York Signs MoU with Maharashtra Government to Open Its First UK Campus in Mumbai

UK Russell Group University to offer Degrees in AI, Cybersecurity, Business, Economics, and Creative Industries. Marking a bold new chapter in UK-India research opportunities, the University of York—one of the UK’s most prestigious research-intensive institutions and a member of the elite Russell Group—has announced plans to open

Byju’s Founders Sued in US Over $533 Million Transfer

Byju's Alpha levels accusation against co-founders: took over $533 million in loans without compensation.

Byju's Lodges FIR Against Resolution Professional, EY Partner

Raveendran posted a thumping response on social media, writing, "I am not a flower; I am the fire that will shatter GLAS."

Byju Raveendran Promises to Revive the Edtech Company Says ‘Broke, Not Broken…’

The founder of the edtech company Byju's, Byju Raveendran, has stated that failures will not determine the company's destiny. He further noted that he pledges to revive his once-thriving business. "Broken, but not broken." Along with an old photo of himself, Raveendran wrote on

Success Story of Unacademy: A Learning Platform Designed for Competitive Examinations

Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. Classroom learning is seen as a hindrance to discovering new things by many. Besides, a lot of students also go unnoticed this way and eventually fail to explore the world around them with the

From Educators to Entrepreneurs: How Women Are Driving Change in the Early Childhood Space

This article has been contributed by Preeti Bhandhary, Co-founder and director, Little Elly. India, in the recent few years, has experienced a tremendous revolution in the field of early childhood education (ECE) under the guidance of women who have made the transition from traditional teachers to trendsetting entrepreneurs. This not

MyCaptain: Shaping Future Innovators with Skill Development

Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. As a teenager, discovering and following your passion is difficult in India as neither the education system offers ample time, relevant knowledge, and the right motivation nor the society supports it. We are judged

upGrad Sets Up AI Incubator with ₹100 Cr Investment

upGrad- a leading ed-tech giant with its headquarters located in Mumbai has officially announced the launch of 'UpGrad AI Incubator' which is an initiative specifically designed to support Indian AI startups in various niches including education, skill development, and workforce training. As a part of this strategic initiative,

Glas Trust's Bid in the Minority Rights Lawsuit Opposed by the Aakash & Manipal Group

According to reports, Aakash Education Services Limited (AESL) and its majority investors have requested the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to deny Glas Trust's request to join a lawsuit that aims to prevent the coaching chain from taking away the minority owners' reserved rights. The coaching division

Behind the Genius: Exploring the Life of Alakh Pandey, Founder of Physics Wallah

“Our aim is to bring about a revolution in education by reaching out to millions of students in a sustainable and affordable way,” says Alakh Pandey, the CEO of “Physics Wallah”. Here is yet another inspiring story of a man whose journey from poverty to prosperity is nothing short of

Mayank Kumar of upGrad and Ayush Mathur of OYO Introduce BorderPlus, a Talent Mobility Platform

Ayush Mathur, an early team member of the hotel and travel-tech company OYO, and Mayank Kumar, an education leader and co-founder of upGrad, have joined forces as co-founders to develop BorderPlus, a talent mobility platform that links blue-collar workers to opportunities throughout the world. After working at the Parthenon Group

Swiss International University (SIU) Announces Smart Higher and Vocational Education Globally

State-accredited Swiss International University leads global education with innovative 100% blended learning programs. New Delhi [India], December 28: Swiss International University (SIU) has made history by declaring that it is the world's first state-accredited university to provide 100% blended education. This new institution, which also boasts branches in

Unacademy Business Model - How It Makes Money

In addition to revolutionising the Ed-Tech sector, Unacademy offers educators and enthusiastic learners an online platform. In India, Unacademy is one of the biggest learning platforms. The success of Unacademy, which achieves remarkable heights in the Ed Tech sector, inspires them to perform better for its students. At the moment,

The Board of Nazara Technologies Authorises Five Investments Totalling INR 196 crore

Listed gaming giant Nazara Technologies has announced plans to continue its acquisition binge by investing in kids' play centre company Funky Monkeys and edtech Learntube.ai, as well as acquiring a larger stake in three of its subsidiaries: Nodwin, Sportskeeda's parent company Absolute Sport, and adtech Datawrkz.

BCCI May Petition NCLT to Have Byju's Bankruptcy Proceedings Withdrawn

According to media sources, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to petition the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), located in Bengaluru, to have its bankruptcy claim against the ed-tech company Byju's withdrawn.  It may follow the Supreme Court's decision last month

English Teachers in India Give a Thumbs-Up to Immersive Learning Modes via Videos and News Articles: ELTAI-Glibzter Survey

82% of respondents consider Videos, Podcasts, and Audiobooks with Subtitles, Closed Captions, and Transcripts effective for improving English Language Skills. Reading of News Articles and Editorials recommended by 78% of respondents. COIMBATORE 22nd October 2024: English Language Teachers' Association of India (ELTAI) - the largest network of teachers of

As the Company Looks to Raise $50–60 Million, Upgrad MD Mayank Kumar Steps Down

According to a media report, managing director and cofounder of the edtech unicorn Upgrad, Mayank Kumar, has left his position as an executive to launch a new business. Last month, he began reducing his operational responsibilities at the Mumbai-based company. This step was taken to raise funds for his new

Byju Raveendran: CAT 100% Scorer Who Did Not Join IIM

Byju Raveendran's remarkable journey from a humble village in Kerala to the global arena stands as a testament to the transformative power of passion, perseverance, and innovation. Through his pioneering venture, BYJU'S, he has not only revolutionized the learning experience for millions of students but also

Adda247, Backed by Google, Acquires PrepInsta, a Placement Platform

Leading edtech firm Adda247, supported by Google, has announced that it has acquired PrepInsta, a premier placement preparation site. Adda247 wants to increase its presence in employment education programs in the public and private sectors, and this acquisition will help it achieve that goal. The deal's financial details

SC Questions NCLAT Ruling on Approving Byju’s INR 158.9 Crore BCCI Settlements

On 25 September 2024, the Supreme Court questioned Byju's choice to pay off the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for INR 158 crore, while leaving behind significant amounts owed to other creditors, such as US lender Glas Trust Co LLC, totaling INR 15,000 crore.

Transforming Edtech: Abhimanyu Saxena on Bridging the Skills Gap in the Tech Industry

Abhimanyu Saxena, the co-founder of Scaler and InterviewBit, shares insights into the journey of building one of India's leading edtech platforms. Starting with InterviewBit in 2015, the mission evolved into Scaler in 2019, aimed at bridging the gap between traditional education and industry needs. In this interview, Saxena

BYJU’s Founder Raveendran Assures Employees That They Will Get More Than Their Fair Share

The founder and chief executive officer of the educational technology giant BYJU's, Byju Raveendran, has expressed his profound sympathy for the recent difficulties that the company and its personnel have encountered. Raveendran gave his employees the assurance that he would support and be committed to the future of

Physics Wallah (PW) Secures $210 Million in Series B Funding Round at a Valuation of $2.8 Billion

India, September 20’ 2024: Physics Wallah Private Limited (PW), India's leading education company, has closed its Series B funding round, raising USD 210 million. This investment brings the company’s post-money valuation to an impressive USD 2.8 billion, a 2.5x jump over its last valuation of

TalkEng: Transforming English Education from Tripura to the World

Tripura (Agartala) [India], September 12:  In 2020, TalkEng Online Solution Private Limited was born with a clear mission: to make learning English accessible and confidence-building for people across India. At the heart of this innovative Edtech startup is the goal to bridge the language gap, especially for those from non-English

Innovating Education: The Gaurav Munjal Story

Who is Gaurav Munjal? Gaurav Munjal is the co-founder and CEO of Unacademy, one of India's leading online education platforms. Under his leadership, Unacademy has expanded its offerings, attracting significant investment and becoming a key player in India's booming edtech industry. His vision of creating accessible

Physics Wallah Launches PW School of Startups with INR 100 Crore Investment Fund to Empower Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Launching the PW School of Startups (SOS) under the PW Foundation, the edtech platform Physics Wallah (PW) has taken a giant leap forward in its goal to make education accessible to all students in India. By focussing on the development of entrepreneurial skills, PW SOS aims to close the gap

The Supreme Court Has Temporarily Halted the Appeals Tribunal’s Decision Over the BYJU'S-BCCI Settlement

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court issued a stay of the NCLAT ruling that had set aside the insolvency proceedings against the ed-tech major. This effectively enabled Byju Raveendran, the owner of the company, to regain control of the business. The ruling of the NCLAT that approved the settlement of Byju&

Physics Wallah Launches INR 250 Crore in JEE/NEET Scholarships

Physics Wallah, one of the major players in the field of education in India, has introduced the NSAT (National Scholarship Common Admission Test) 2024, which is the organization's most ambitious scholarship program to date. Students who are studying for the NEET-UG and IIT-JEE examinations are eligible to receive

BYJU'S Faces Legal Challenges: BCCI's Insolvency Petition Accepted by NCLT

The edtech company BYJU'S expressed optimism that it and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may come to a mutually agreeable resolution after the latter filed a petition to initiate insolvency proceedings due to unpaid dues. Recently, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Bengaluru court

Discovering How AI Systems Personalise Courses for Students According to Their Preferences for Learning

This article has been contributed by Muddassar Nazar, CEO, Birla Brainiacs. Education is the foundation of human progress since it fosters intelligence and imparts skills that last a lifetime. However, students often struggle with a range of interest and comprehension levels when taught using the typical one-size-fits-all strategy. If the

The Transformative Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education: Applications and Impacts

This article has been contributed by Vivek K Singh, Co-founder and CEO, Careerera. Before delving into Ai’s role in the education sector, let’s begin by defining this technology. Artificial Intelligence or AI enables machines to execute tasks typically associated with human cognition. AI-powered systems have the capability to

MSN EM School: Building Strong Foundations in Academics and Values

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 21: Established in 1971 by M. Adinarayana, MSN EM School is a premier educational institution in Kakinada. Backed by a legacy of excellence, the school has two state and one national award, a testament to its commitment to quality education. Building Strong Foundations MSN EM

AI's Evolving Role in Shaping Study Abroad and Edtech Initiatives

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