Diversity is a word that has been talked about for quite a long time now, if we understand diversity, it in simple terms is visible and invisible traits that result in broader experiences among humans and the living. The world has become globalised in nature where businesses are operating all across cultures, languages, and geographies. Fostering diversity is a strategic imperative.
In 2015, the United Nations outlined 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at eradicating poverty, protecting our planet, and ensuring equality for all. These goals address a wide range of global challenges, including climate change, the biodiversity crisis, and pressing health issues like antibiotic resistance and cancer. Biological scientists play a crucial role in tackling these challenges and can also benefit from the diverse career opportunities available to them.
Dr Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Technology and Sports Complex (SurTech), a JIS Group Educational Initiative and Idea-O-Meter successfully hosted the ‘Academia and Industrial Summit 2024’ on 8 November at the SurTech Campus at Dumdum, Kolkata, to bridge the gap between academia and industry, creating invaluable opportunities for SurTech students.
Bhaber Pathshala (or Bhabshala) was started in 2022 in a place called Mohishdhal Moujar, just 10 km away from Shantiniketan station with probably the same peripheral vision of spreading the essential mediums of art and activities. Four people and their need to create communities started this space. Arnab Sengupta, Meenu Baske, Pritam Chakraborty, and Anjan Das started the initiative to teach the local Santali kids.
Technology integration has become indispensable for keeping students engaged and optimising their learning process. Immersive learning, in particular, has revolutionised how students can engage with academic content.
College is a transitional period in which students explore their passions and career options further. It is typical to feel both excited and uncertain about the future.
A rapid transformation with the inflow of Generation Z and millennial workers has led the organization structures to become short-lived. Companies are redesigning to move faster and to adapt quickly.
Office trends may shift over time, but one thing remains unchanged: the impact of the office environment on employee health and well-being.
The Statesman talks to people in different professions about why they chose their particular field and what advice they have for youngsters who want to pursue it as a career.
Software companies operate in the private sector, with profit as a main motive. Yet, any organisation is expected to follow certain ethical practices with its employees in the implementation of which its HR team plays an important role.
