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Time Business News
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
From India To The World: Bachpan's Global Preschool Mission
As Indian preschool brands look outward, Mr. Aakash Gupta, Vice President (Asia Pacific) of Bachpan Play School, offers a perspective on international readiness and the evolving demands of early childhood learning. With over 1200 centers and more than 2 lakh children enrolled, the brand has grown steadily over the past two decades. Now, it is turning its attention to international markets where structured early education is evolving. Mr. Aakash Gupta, Vice President (Asia Pacific) of Bachpan Play Schools. 'We've built a strong foundation in India. Our systems, curriculum, and franchise model have matured to a point where they're scalable. At the same time, we're seeing rising demand in countries across the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, regions that are actively investing in early education but lack affordable, structured options,' Gupta believes. 'We're entering each market with humility and homework,' Gupta shared. We are not just exporting a model, we are collaborating with local stakeholders to understand what early education means in their distinct contexts. 'We've already established a presence in Nepal, the UAE, and Singapore,' Gupta shared. These regions showed a strong demand for structured, affordable early education. Each expansion is rooted in understanding local needs while delivering our core philosophy of playful, purposeful learning. Bachpan's SPROUT Curriculum, aligns with India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. According to Gupta, the curriculum integrates interactive features aimed at increasing engagement among early learners. Along with its teaching learning materials and tools, the preschool chain offers devices like the Speak-O-Pen (Speaking Pen) and Silk-Kit, which aim to support multisensory learning. 'These tools are not meant to replace teachers, but to enhance the learning environment and keep young learners engaged,' Gupta explained further. Gupta acknowledged the need for localization. 'We're currently working on adapting SPROUT for foundational purposes. At the same time, our franchise model is being fine-tuned to ensure its flexibility meets specific needs, while still maintaining our core learning philosophy.' Innovation at scale, Gupta emphasized. He believes the brand's adaptability across India's varied regions may support its entry into global and international markets, where similar socioeconomic diversity exists. 'We've implemented the same curriculum successfully in metros, tier-2 cities, and small towns. That adaptability gives us confidence.' – Gupta added. 'Presence in 20+ countries, with a sustainable and growing model in each,' Gupta said. 'But more importantly, I want the brand to represent something meaningful in global education. I want to expand early learning that's joyful, rooted, and accessible. That's the larger mission.' TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 16 June 2025
What: Damyanti Nal Gatha – A tale from pre-Mahabharata Era Where: Abhimanch Auditorium, National School of Drama (NSD), Bahawalpur House, Bhagwandas Road, Mandi House When: June 14 to 17 Timing: 7pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Mandi House (Blue & Violet Lines) What: Crossword Book Fair Where: Central Atrium, Select CityWalk, Saket When: June 16 to 30 Timing: 11am to 10pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Malviya Nagar (Yellow Line) #TuneIn What: Bollywood Night ft Harish Where: The Terrace, Plot-01, Sector-5, Vaishali, Ghaziabad When: June 16 Timing: 8pm Entry: Nearest Metro Station: Vaishali (Blue Line) What: Book Discussion Group | Through the India-China Border: Kalimpong in the Himalayas Where: Conference Room II, India International Centre, 40, Max Mueller Marg, Lodhi Estate When: June 16 Timing: 6pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh (Yellow Line) What: Daily Ka Kaam Hai ft Aakash Gupta Where: The Laugh Store, CyberHub, DLF Phase II, Sector 24, Gurugram When: June 16 Timing: 7pm Entry: Nearest Metro Station: Cyber City (Rapid Metro) What: Special Handloom Expo Where: Handloom Haat, 76, Atul Grove Road, Janpath, Connaught Place (CP) When: June 13 to 21 Timing: 11am to 8pm Entry: Free Nearest Metro Station: Janpath (Violet Line)
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumbai gets ready for comedy mixtape: A groundbreaking festival experience
Comedy Mixtape, a ground-breaking comedy festival. Eschewing conventional, often underwhelming venues, Comedy Mixtape is set to elevate the comedic experience to a grand scale, transforming it into a mainstream arena spectacle in Mumbai on 30th & 31st May 2025. The festival boasts an impressive and eclectic lineup, showcasing India's most innovative and beloved comedic voices. Day 1 will feature a vibrant mix of comedic styles, promising an engaging start to the festival. Aakash Gupta will kick things off with his relatable observational humor, followed by Rahul Subramanian's intellectual wit and Ravi Gupta's spontaneous improvisations. Gaurav Kapoor's charming observational style, Urooj Ashfaq's contemporary takes, and the unique humor of Mohd. Suhel and Saurabh Pandey will round out a diverse and entertaining first day. Day 2 will elevate the energy with a lineup of dynamic performers, ensuring a memorable conclusion to the event. Harsh Gujral's uproarious storytelling will set the stage, while Biswa Kalyan Rath's quirky observations and Gurleen Pannu's relatable modern humor will add to the variety. Kaushtubh Aggarwal's dark humor, Ashish Solanki and Onkar Yadav's unique voices, Rohan Gujral's storytelling, and Punit Pania's satirical wit will complete the festival with a thought-provoking and hilarious second day. Mixtape promises to be the quintessential comedy event of the year, setting a new standard for live entertainment
Mid East Info
26-01-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
4most appoints Aakash Gupta as Partner to drive business growth and expand banking solutions in the Middle East
4most, a leading specialist analytics consultancy renowned for its expertise in credit risk, insurance, and market risk, has announced the appointment of Aakash Gupta as Partner. He will play a vital role in supporting 4most's growing client base, primarily across the Middle East, by delivering innovative banking solutions and driving business growth. A respected name in the industry with over 15 years of experience in banking and financial services, Aakash brings a wealth of knowledge and a dynamic approach to the consultancy. His previous role as a director at one of the Big 4 consultancies involved overseeing risk analytics offerings in the Middle East, equipping him with the skills necessary to manage complex analytics-driven projects. Aakash commented: 'The unprecedented speed of advancements in technology and data is reshaping financial services. I am excited to join 4most at this pivotal time and work with clients to deliver transformative solutions that ensure long-term success.' At 4most, Aakash will focus on a variety of critical areas, including IFRS 9, credit decisioning, model risk management, stress testing, market risk, artificial Intelligence/ machine learning and climate-related financial risks. His extensive experience includes executing analytics projects for global banks and leading financial institutions across diverse geographies, including the US, UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. 'Aakash's appointment is a significant addition to our Middle East team as we continue to provide exceptional services to our clients,' said Rob McDowell, CEO, 4most. 'His expertise in risk management and analytics aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver innovative solutions that empower our clients to navigate their specific challenges.'
