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Malaysian Reserve
21-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Future Leaders Chosen: Deakin University awards prestigious Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarships worth INR 60 million to 10 Indian students
NEW DELHI, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ten exceptional Indian students have been awarded the prestigious Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship by Deakin University, Australia, marking a significant milestone in the university's commitment to transforming lives through global education. The winners were announced during a special episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, produced in collaboration with NDTV, celebrating and spotlighting India's emerging changemakers of 2025. Now in its twelfth year, the Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship, valued at over INR 60 million, covers full tuition fees for on-campus study at Deakin's Australian campuses. Extended to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs across all streams, the scholarship aims to unlock global opportunities for exceptional Indian talent. This year's recipients include – Sanjith Lakshmanan Kasi Viswanathan (Chennai) for Master of Business Administration (International) Pranathi Mehra (Ludhiana) for Master of Engineering (Professional) Udupi Shrinidhi Rao (Udupi) for Master of Business (Marketing) Neha Sunilkumar Kannath (Cochin) for Master of Finance Shreya Pahwa (Kanpur) for Master of Business Administration (International) Harshini Rathika Kishore Kumar Singh (Madurai) for Master of Business Administration (International) Rishita Yadav (Bhopal) for Master of Information Technology Management ( Professional) Kuvam Singh Aulakh (SAS Nagar) for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Muskaan Jubbal (Faridabad) for Bachelor of Business Priyanshi David (Prayagraj) for Masters of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) Deakin University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Iain Martin, said, 'The Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship champions the dreams of Indian scholars, our graduates to excel in innovative, forward-thinking fields and leave a lasting legacy in the world.' 'Through this scholarship program, we are not just funding education, we are investing in the future leaders of India.' Echoing this sentiment, Ravneet Pawha, Vice-President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), said, 'Every year, this program reaffirms the depth of talent in India. These scholars are the next generation of global innovators, community leaders, and future professionals who will shape a better tomorrow. We're thrilled to be part of their journey.' The meticulous selection process, managed by Deakin's South Asia office, included application reviews, referee endorsements, and interviews, culminating in live presentations before a distinguished panel of academic and industry leaders. Beyond tuition, recipients also join the Vice-Chancellor's Professional Excellence Program (VCPEP), which provides access to mentorship, leadership training, and unique exposure to industry and government forums. Bhopal-based recipient Rishita Yadav, who will pursue a Master of IT Management, shared, 'This scholarship has changed the course of my life. I never imagined a 100% scholarship to study in Australia was within reach, but Deakin made it possible.' Since its inception in 2014, the program has awarded full scholarships to 76 high-achieving Indian students, standing as a testament to Deakin's vision of access, equity, and excellence in international education. As Deakin celebrates 50 years of academic innovation and 30 years of unmatched legacy engaging 'in India, with India, for India', the scholarship continues to exemplify the growing educational and cultural ties between India and Australia. As these ten bright minds head to Australia, they carry with them a promise to learn, lead, and give back, both locally and globally. To learn more about the Deakin University Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship, visit the Deakin University Vice-Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship. About Deakin University Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research, and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India, making it one of the first overseas education providers to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research. To know more about Deakin University and its various initiatives as part of its 'in India, with India, for India' approach towards engagement, please visit Photo:
Business Standard
21-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Future Leaders Chosen: Deakin University awards prestigious Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarships worth INR 60 million to 10 Indian students
PRNewswire New Delhi [India], July 21: Ten exceptional Indian students have been awarded the prestigious Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship by Deakin University, Australia, marking a significant milestone in the university's commitment to transforming lives through global education. The winners were announced during a special episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, produced in collaboration with NDTV, celebrating and spotlighting India's emerging changemakers of 2025. Now in its twelfth year, the Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship, valued at over INR 60 million, covers full tuition fees for on-campus study at Deakin's Australian campuses. Extended to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs across all streams, the scholarship aims to unlock global opportunities for exceptional Indian talent. This year's recipients include - * Sanjith Lakshmanan Kasi Viswanathan (Chennai) for Master of Business Administration (International) * Pranathi Mehra (Ludhiana) for Master of Engineering (Professional) * Udupi Shrinidhi Rao (Udupi) for Master of Business (Marketing) * Neha Sunilkumar Kannath (Cochin) for Master of Finance * Shreya Pahwa (Kanpur) for Master of Business Administration (International) * Harshini Rathika Kishore Kumar Singh (Madurai) for Master of Business Administration (International) * Rishita Yadav (Bhopal) for Master of Information Technology Management ( Professional) * Kuvam Singh Aulakh (SAS Nagar) for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) * Muskaan Jubbal (Faridabad) for Bachelor of Business * Priyanshi David (Prayagraj) for Masters of Applied Artificial Intelligence (Professional) Deakin University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Iain Martin, said, "The Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship champions the dreams of Indian scholars, our graduates to excel in innovative, forward-thinking fields and leave a lasting legacy in the world." "Through this scholarship program, we are not just funding education, we are investing in the future leaders of India." Echoing this sentiment, Ravneet Pawha, Vice-President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), said, "Every year, this program reaffirms the depth of talent in India. These scholars are the next generation of global innovators, community leaders, and future professionals who will shape a better tomorrow. We're thrilled to be part of their journey." The meticulous selection process, managed by Deakin's South Asia office, included application reviews, referee endorsements, and interviews, culminating in live presentations before a distinguished panel of academic and industry leaders. Beyond tuition, recipients also join the Vice-Chancellor's Professional Excellence Program (VCPEP), which provides access to mentorship, leadership training, and unique exposure to industry and government forums. Bhopal-based recipient Rishita Yadav, who will pursue a Master of IT Management, shared, "This scholarship has changed the course of my life. I never imagined a 100% scholarship to study in Australia was within reach, but Deakin made it possible." Since its inception in 2014, the program has awarded full scholarships to 76 high-achieving Indian students, standing as a testament to Deakin's vision of access, equity, and excellence in international education. As Deakin celebrates 50 years of academic innovation and 30 years of unmatched legacy engaging 'in India, with India, for India', the scholarship continues to exemplify the growing educational and cultural ties between India and Australia. As these ten bright minds head to Australia, they carry with them a promise to learn, lead, and give back, both locally and globally. To learn more about the Deakin University Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship, visit the Deakin University Vice-Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship. About Deakin University Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research, and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India, making it one of the first overseas education providers to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research.
Sydney Morning Herald
18-07-2025
- Health
- Sydney Morning Herald
Greg was placed in an induced coma. The news he got on waking was a shock
It was November 2024, and Greg Bird had just woken up from an induced coma in Royal Perth Hospital after 20 days when he was given some horrific news. While he had been unconscious, his family had been told he was unlikely to survive after multiple organ failure brought on by Type 2 diabetes. Bird had no idea he even had the disease. The 60-year-old said he had gone in pain to the chemist, who called an ambulance for him. He was rushed to Midland Hospital before being transferred to Royal Perth Hospital and placed in the coma. 'The diabetes had been sitting there and building up and building up, and it led to the point where the whole system shut down,' he said. 'They didn't think I was going to make it.' Bird is one of millions of Australians living with diabetes for whom healthcare costs are, on average, double that of someone without the condition – $9677 per person with diabetes annually compared to $4669. Those figures have come from new research released by researchers from Deakin, La Trobe and Curtin University, who found the total cost of diabetes to Australia's healthcare system was $14.2 billion in 2024.
The Age
18-07-2025
- Health
- The Age
Greg was placed in an induced coma. The news he got on waking was a shock
It was November 2024, and Greg Bird had just woken up from an induced coma in Royal Perth Hospital after 20 days when he was given some horrific news. While he had been unconscious, his family had been told he was unlikely to survive after multiple organ failure brought on by Type 2 diabetes. Bird had no idea he even had the disease. The 60-year-old said he had gone in pain to the chemist, who called an ambulance for him. He was rushed to Midland Hospital before being transferred to Royal Perth Hospital and placed in the coma. 'The diabetes had been sitting there and building up and building up, and it led to the point where the whole system shut down,' he said. 'They didn't think I was going to make it.' Bird is one of millions of Australians living with diabetes for whom healthcare costs are, on average, double that of someone without the condition – $9677 per person with diabetes annually compared to $4669. Those figures have come from new research released by researchers from Deakin, La Trobe and Curtin University, who found the total cost of diabetes to Australia's healthcare system was $14.2 billion in 2024.
NDTV
15-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Deakin University And NDTV Celebrate Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship Finalists
New Delhi: In an auditorium filled with hope, pride, and anticipation, twenty extraordinary Indian students stood poised to take a leap that could change their lives forever. These finalists of the Deakin University Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship were not just competing for a fully funded education in Australia; they were stepping into the spotlight as the next generation of global changemakers. Held in New Delhi, the scholarship finale wasn't your typical academic competition. With over 7,000 applications received from across India, these top contenders had already cleared multiple rounds. The final task? A 90-second elevator pitch followed by a rapid-fire Q&A that would test not just their intellect, but their clarity, confidence, and capacity for leadership. The event was more than a selection process. It was a celebration of Deakin's commitment to access, equity, and excellence, values embodied in its 'Changing Lives ' initiative. A scholarship that goes beyond tuition The Vice Chancellor's Scholarship is part of a broader vision by Deakin University to make global education more accessible to highly ambitious, meritorious students, especially those for whom finances may stand in the way of opportunity. It offers a full tuition waiver and prioritised on-campus accommodation for undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia. Priyanka Singh, Executive Director (South Asia), Deakin University, in her address at the event, said, "This is not just about financial aid. It's about giving students a platform to step into leadership, to become ambassadors of impact, and to strengthen the ties between India and Australia." Since its inception, the scholarship has enabled over 50 Indian students to pursue their academic goals in Australia. Many of these graduates have returned to create a meaningful impact across sectors, exemplifying a futuristic global vision. The right platform This year, the programme expanded its reach through a landmark partnership with NDTV, bringing national visibility to the scholarship and ensuring that students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds had a chance to apply. Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), Deakin University, described the scholarship as a cornerstone of the Australia–India relationship, said, "These students are torchbearers and ambassadors of the dynamic and close-knit bilateral corridor. Students have already benefited immensely through this programme and given back to their communities in equal measure or more." The collaboration with NDTV, she added, helped provide the right launchpad while ensuring this message reached every corner of the country. A jury guided by vision and voice The panel of judges, which included Ravneet Pawha, Suchetana Ray (Executive Editor, NDTV), and Dr. Kamlesh Vyas (Partner, Deloitte India), had the difficult task of selecting the winners. What truly impressed the jury amidst the competition was the genuine passion and clear sense of purpose each student brought to their pitch. Ms. Ray said, "What stood out among all the students were three things - communication skills, clarity of thought, and the sincerity in their problem-solving approach. Their ability to encapsulate an idea in 90 seconds and propose solutions was extraordinary." Dr Vyas echoed this sentiment, praising the innovation-led approach to scholarship selection. "This is a brilliant initiative. The ideas challenge format was rigorous and inspiring. These students have really risen to the occasion." Real Stories, Real Impact For many of the finalists, the experience and the opportunity represented more than just academic advancement. It was a dream redefined and a challenge for their mettle. Their voices resonated with their aspirations. This scholarship means a lot to me. It's more than just financial relief,' said Arshiya Sharma. Ayush Bhattacharya spoke of overcoming financial hardship and family medical crises, sharing. 'This scholarship is providing me with an opportunity which otherwise would not have been accessible,' he said. For Kashish Gambhir, it opens the door to life in a new country and a chance to pursue his dreams for an Australian experience. After much deliberation, 10 outstanding students were announced as recipients of the 2025 Vice Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship. Among them were Harshini Rathika Kishor Kumar Singh, Kuvam Singh Aulakh, Muskaan Jubbal, Neha SunilKumar Kannath, Pranathi Mehra, Priyanshi David, Rishita Yadav, and Sanjith Lakshmanan Kasi Viswanathan, Shreya Pahwa & Udupi Shrinidhi Rao. Each finalist was applauded not just for their talent, but their perseverance and promise. Pranathi Mehra, a finalist, sums up the scholarship as a bridge between two worlds, "While India has given me the roots and the rigorous training in academics, I believe Australia will offer me the wings to fly higher and create world impact." Deakin's Changing Lives initiative continues to demonstrate how education can become a transformative force for individuals, communities, and nations. By combining academic rigour, leadership development, and international exposure, it offers India's brightest minds a gateway to global citizenship. Through its ongoing partnership with NDTV, Deakin is taking this mission to an even wider audience to amplify impact, break barriers, and inspire a new generation of thinkers, doers, and leaders. To learn more about the Vice Chancellor's Scholarship and Deakin's work in India, visit
