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Oakridge International School Bengaluru Celebrates DP 2 Graduation
Oakridge International School Bengaluru marked a significant milestone as it celebrated the graduation of its Diploma Programme (DP) 2 students on Saturday, 24th May 2025. Chief Guest & Principal with Valedictorian The ceremony was graced by chief guest Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka & Kerala, whose keynote address resonated deeply with graduates, families, and teachers. Drawing from 25 years of experience, Iyer highlighted ten profound life principles that will serve the graduates well beyond their academic achievements. His first and perhaps most impactful message was to 'accept the fact that life will not be always fair,' preparing students for the realities they will encounter. He encouraged them to 'try things out, listen to your heart' emphasizing that the 'next 10 years belong to you.' His words struck a particularly relevant chord as he referenced the evolving global education landscape, specifically mentioning how prestigious institutions like Imperial College London are opening global centres in Bengaluru, creating opportunities for students to access world-class education without leaving their home city. Adding depth to the ceremony, Ms Kavita Sukhani, Principal, Oakridge International School, highlighted four key motivational drivers that will serve graduates throughout their lives: She emphasized that true fulfilment comes 'Richness of experience, relationships & health.''Responsibility makes you feel motivated,' encouraging students to embrace accountability. Recognition, too, plays a crucial role – 'recognition for a job well done motivates us' – while the importance of 'reliability' was underscored as a cornerstone of personal and professional success. The ceremony showcased the culmination of rigorous academic preparation under the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, known for its comprehensive approach to developing critical thinking, international -mindedness, and academic excellence. 'We, your facilitators, watched the spark you carried from MYP grow into a flame in the Diploma Programme,' said Ms Nishtha Srivastava, IBDP Coordinator & Head of Secondary, in her address. The ceremony featured the presentation of diplomas, recognition of outstanding CAS & academic achievements, and heartfelt reflections from students about their growth during the programme. The valedictorian, Ms Kashvi Srinivasan, in her address to the graduating class, stated, 'I know that our time together at Oakridge will serve as the foundation for the many paths we will soon take. The IB learner profiles we thought we didn't pay attention to – we actually did – and we have become inquirers and risk-takers, albeit unknowingly.' As these graduates move forward to universities across the globe, such as National Law University, Azim Premji University, Duke University, University of Manchester, Georgia Tech, Purdue University etc, they carry with them the values of excellence, integrity, and service that define the Oakridge community. The timing of this graduation is particularly significant as Bengaluru continues to establish itself as a global education hub, with international universities recognizing the citys potential and the calibre of its students. About Nord Anglia Education As a part of leading international schools organisation, Oakridge is shaping a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who graduate from their school with everything they need for success, whatever they choose to be or do in life. Their 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, they inspire their students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. No two children learn the same way, which is why Nord Anglia schools around the world personalize learning to what works best for every student. Inspired by high-quality teachers, their students achieve outstanding academic results and go on to study at the worlds top universities. The Nord Anglia global family includes 80+ day and boarding schools in 33 countries, teaching over 90,000 students from ages 3 to 18. To learn more or apply for a place for your child, visit For admissions, you can enquire at
The Hindu
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Actual impact of India-U.K. trade deal will come through over the next year: British Deputy High Commissioner
Chandru Iyer, British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka and Kerala, on Wednesday said the impact of the India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would come through over the next year or so. Mr. Iyer, speaking at the launch of Imperial College London's new science hub — Imperial Global India — in Bengaluru said the FTA would help to draw growth in both countries and increase trade and investments from the current level of around £44 billion to reach up to almost £70 billion. 'It is also expected to have an effect on our GDP back home in the U.K. by up to £5 billion. I am sure it will have a similar impact on the Indian ideas,' he said. On the timeframe when the FTA would come into effect, he said trade deals have a process to follow. 'So at this point of time, as we speak, what we call the legal scrubbing of the documents is happening, and it will happen for the next few weeks. Then, in the next few weeks or months, the two Prime Ministers will get together and sign the dotted line and that is when this trade deal becomes a reality. From there on, the document needs to be ratified by both parliaments, which will take another few months, and we hope to see the actual impact of this trade deal come through over the next year or so,' Mr. Iyer said. He added that once the FTA comes into effect, a glass of scotch whisky in India is going to get cheaper, and Jaguar Land Rover will also get cheaper here. 'This is great news for all budding entrepreneurs in the city,' he added. Infosys co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy, speaking on the occasion, said science and innovation must be the cornerstone of the India-U.K. relationship. 'As we look towards 2040, it becomes clearer that science and innovation must be the cornerstone of our bilateral relationship and a beacon for building global resilience,' he said. He added that today we face unprecedented grand challenges like potable water, clean air, education, renewable energy, healthcare, including vaccines for dengue and chikungunya, robust infrastructure, climate change, food insecurity, and the digital divide. 'These are not the problems of any one nation, these are problems of our planet, our world, and to solve it we must move beyond transactional partnership to transformative ones,' he added. Imperial College London launches new science hub in Bengaluru The Imperial College London has launched its new science hub in Bengaluru. The college said that research programmes with Indian partners would focus on helping to address some of the world's most pressing challenges in areas such as climate change and sustainability, food and water security, and antimicrobial resistance. The college said the hub, which is being established as a liaison office, would support joint research projects, long-term collaborations, student scholarships, collaborative PhD programmes, and fellowships. Some of the initiatives include the India Connect Fund, which will support up to 25 joint research projects every year between Imperial and partners in India in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum science, biotech, and clean energy. The Future Leaders Scholarship programme for Indian scientists will support 75 STEM students over the next five years. Establishment of six high-impact Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Global Faculty Fellowships with the National Centre for Biological Sciences and Indian Institute of Science to develop a London-Bengaluru AI in Science Network are among the other initiatives.
