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India Today
26-04-2025
- Science
- India Today
India's girls win big at European Girls' Math Olympiad, can you solve the problems?
India won four medals at the European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2025, finishing at the 12th spot globally. Girls from Mumbai, Kerala, Pune and Kolkata bagged two silver and two bronze medals. (Photo: Instagram/@ India Today Education Desk India wins 2 silver, 2 bronze at EGMO 2025 Girls from Mumbai, Kerala, Pune, Kolkata bag medals India places 12th among nearly 60 participating countries India's all-girls team brought home four medals from the 14th European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2025, held in Prishtina, Kosovo, from April 11 to 17. Competing against participants from nearly 60 countries, the team bagged two silver and two bronze medals, placing India 12th overall. FOUR GIRLS, FOUR MEDALS, ONE PROUD MOMENT The medal winners include Mumbai's 15-year-old Shreya Mundhada and 16-year-old Sanjana Chacko from Kerala, both of whom clinched silver. Pune's Saee Patil and Kolkata's Shreya Gupta, both 18, earned bronze medals. These students represented India after clearing multiple levels of national Olympiads and completing a rigorous training camp. Some of them have been attending math Olympiads regularly. WHAT IS EGMO AND HOW INDIA PICKS ITS TEAM The European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad, first held in 2012 in the UK, aims to promote female participation in mathematics. To make it to the international stage, students must first clear the Regional Mathematics Olympiad (RMO), the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO), and finally be selected for the training camp that decides the top four candidates. EGMO 2025: CAN YOU SOLVE THE PROBLEMS? Here's the Day 1 paper with 3 math problems the participants had to solve: Here's the Day 1 paper with three more math problems: BEHIND THE SCENES: LATE-NIGHT MATH AND LOTS OF TEAM SPIRIT Every member of the team found their own style of problem-solving, building strong bonds along the way. For some, solutions struck at odd hours, while for others, visual thinking helped crack the trickiest of problems. Despite just missing out on gold, Chacko -- who lost by one point -- remains motivated for next year. Both she and Mundhada are eligible to compete again in 2026. THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT FOR INDIA'S YOUNG MATH MINDS Back in India, the celebrations were full of energy. The girls are already looking forward, with two of them eligible for next year's edition as well. With their eyes on gold, they're ready to inspire more young minds to take up maths competitively. India's all-girls team brought home four medals from the 14th European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2025, held in Prishtina, Kosovo, from April 11 to 17. Competing against participants from nearly 60 countries, the team bagged two silver and two bronze medals, placing India 12th overall. FOUR GIRLS, FOUR MEDALS, ONE PROUD MOMENT The medal winners include Mumbai's 15-year-old Shreya Mundhada and 16-year-old Sanjana Chacko from Kerala, both of whom clinched silver. Pune's Saee Patil and Kolkata's Shreya Gupta, both 18, earned bronze medals. These students represented India after clearing multiple levels of national Olympiads and completing a rigorous training camp. Some of them have been attending math Olympiads regularly. WHAT IS EGMO AND HOW INDIA PICKS ITS TEAM The European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad, first held in 2012 in the UK, aims to promote female participation in mathematics. To make it to the international stage, students must first clear the Regional Mathematics Olympiad (RMO), the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO), and finally be selected for the training camp that decides the top four candidates. EGMO 2025: CAN YOU SOLVE THE PROBLEMS? Here's the Day 1 paper with 3 math problems the participants had to solve: Here's the Day 1 paper with three more math problems: BEHIND THE SCENES: LATE-NIGHT MATH AND LOTS OF TEAM SPIRIT Every member of the team found their own style of problem-solving, building strong bonds along the way. For some, solutions struck at odd hours, while for others, visual thinking helped crack the trickiest of problems. Despite just missing out on gold, Chacko -- who lost by one point -- remains motivated for next year. Both she and Mundhada are eligible to compete again in 2026. THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT FOR INDIA'S YOUNG MATH MINDS Back in India, the celebrations were full of energy. The girls are already looking forward, with two of them eligible for next year's edition as well. With their eyes on gold, they're ready to inspire more young minds to take up maths competitively. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Leaders
18-04-2025
- Science
- Leaders
Saudi Girls Conquer Math Olympiad, Bring Home Four Awards
Saudi Arabia's math team secured four awards at the 2025 European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) in Prishtina, Kosovo. The annual event, held from 11 to 17 April, welcomed 217 participants from 56 nations. This marks a proud moment for the Kingdom, reinforcing its growing presence in global academic competitions. Fatimah Buali earned a silver medal, while Sarah Aljughayman clinched bronze as Retaj Alsaleh and Albatool Alaidarous received honorable mentions, showcasing consistent performance. All four contenders demonstrated exceptional skill, reflecting rigorous training by Saudi educators. The Kingdom's Growing Legacy Saudi Arabia has now accumulated 36 awards since joining the EGMO, including two golds, seven silvers, 15 bronzes, and 12 certificates. The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity prepared the team, aligning with its mission to nurture young talent. Though the EGMO focuses on European nations, Saudi Arabia is among non-European regulars like Japan, China, and the US. This participation highlights the Kingdom's commitment to advancing STEM education for women. Officials aim to expand training programs to sustain this upward trajectory. The wins underscore Saudi Arabia's investment in empowering female scholars. By competing globally, students gain exposure and inspire future generations to pursue mathematics. The Kingdom's strategic focus on gifted education continues to yield results, positioning it as a regional leader in academic excellence. Next Steps for Talent Development The King Abdulaziz Foundation plans to launch advanced workshops ahead of the 2026 EGMO that will emphasize problem-solving techniques and collaborative learning. Such initiatives aim to secure more medals while fostering a culture of innovation. Saudi Arabia's success at the EGMO 2025 is a testament to strategic planning and dedication. As the Kingdom celebrates these achievements, it remains focused on building a robust pipeline of skilled mathematicians ready to excel on the world stage. Short link : Post Views: 13
Morocco World
17-04-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Visa Delays Block Moroccan Math Stars from European Olympiad
Doha – Morocco's female mathematics team has been barred from participating in the 2025 European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) held in Kosovo from April 11-17 due to delays in visa application processing. According to converging reports, the talented students, who had rigorously prepared for three years, were notified just two days before their scheduled departure that they would not represent their country at the prestigious international competition. 'We discovered on April 9 that Morocco would not participate in EGMO 2025,' lamented one team member in a statement. The students subsequently ascertained that their exclusion stemmed from authorities' failure to submit visa applications in a timely manner, despite participant names being known for over two months. This incident brings to mind what occurred last year when the Moroccan national male team was similarly excluded from the 2024 International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) in London due to identical administrative shortcomings. That fiasco triggered widespread public outcry and parliamentary scrutiny, with a written question directed to the Minister of Education, yet apparently yielded no accountability or procedural improvements. The 2025 team, comprising the exceptional students Khadija Benaissa, Lina Chakir, Imane Belarbi, and Nada Senhaji, had invested countless hours in intensive training sessions over months, sacrificing personal time to prepare for this esteemed scientific competition. 'These students toiled for hours every day throughout their high school years,' disclosed family members of the affected students to the press. 'The result should have been recognition of their efforts at a prestigious international competition. Instead, they faced an unjustified exclusion.' The families vehemently decried the situation as 'not merely a simple administrative error' but rather 'an insult to the intelligence and effort of exceptional students, a blatant disregard for the value of hard work and ambition, and a blow to Morocco's image in the international scientific arena.' How bureaucracy killed a generation's hope The students' journey to participate involved a demanding selection process through competitive tests, followed by rigorous preparation that qualified them to represent Morocco at this high-level event. Their exclusion has profoundly demoralized these young mathematicians who viewed the competition as a rare opportunity to showcase their talents and represent Moroccan excellence in a challenging field like mathematics. When families attempted to contact the Ministry of National Education and officials at the Central Excellence Unit of the National Center for School Examinations and Learning Assessment, they encountered bureaucratic obstacles. The ministry reportedly did not respond to inquiries, while the Excellence Unit requested communication permission before providing any clarifications. In recent years, Morocco has distinguished itself through outstanding performances in mathematics contests. In 2023, the country secured first place at the Pan-African Mathematical Olympiads in Kigali, Rwanda, with an impressive 159 points, surpassing strong competitors like Algeria and South Africa. The winning team collected two gold medals, three silver medals, and one bronze medal. The participation in international competitions offers invaluable networking opportunities and can significantly enhance students' future academic and career prospects. As one mathematics organization noted about last year's IMO exclusion, 'The networking that occurs during the week-long event is invaluable, allowing them to exchange ideas with some of the most brilliant scientists and mathematicians in the world.' For the second consecutive year, administrative negligence has crushed the aspirations of Morocco's brightest mathematical minds, raising serious questions about the commitment of authorities to nurturing and promoting the country's exceptional talents on the global stage. Tags: Mathematics OlympiadMoroccan Studentsvisa delays
