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Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Special Commissioner Suralkar Vikas Kishor has said that the education department of the civic body, which administers more than 33 institutions, intends to tie up with EdTech companies to train its students in terms of skills.

The plan is to expose the students to different skills in their initial days of schooling, and make them confident and perform well in academics, Kishore informed The New Indian Express.

He mentioned 19,000 students have been enrolled in Palike's schools for the current academic year till date and hopes to breach the last year's 23,000 enrollment figure in the next 40 days.The emphasis will be on integral education and application of technology, Smart TV, Smart Boards and learning material in Palike's schools.

"We will also provide audio and video touch to the syllabus and the same will be made available through mobile apps so that students can study lessons at home. Palike will collaborate with EdTech companies to educate students in all areas beyond school syllabus," Kishore said, according to a report by The New Indian Express.

Trainers will be trained in the utilization of different technologies. The Palike will establish a monitoring centre at its head office to monitor the performance of students.

"For the first time ever in Palike's educational institutions, students will be introduced to extracurricular activities through institutions well known to train the students. They will learn sports like badminton, squash and cricket. Music too will form a part of their training programme. We will make payments directly to the institution that trains Palike's students," he said.

On the teachers of BBMP schools who were threatening to resign over pay and other problems, Kishore stated that their pay is determined by the state government and the Palike will try their best to keep the best teachers, stated the report from The New Indian Express.

Over 50 visionary school principals and educational leaders gathered on June 14 for the ‘Principals Conclave 2025', an initiative by Tirpude Institute of Management Education in association with Tirpude Central school.

It was attended by all 150 participants. The topic, 'AI in Education: Leading the change, shaping the Future', highlighted the imperative for schools to adopt artificial intelligence as a change-agency teaching tool.

The conclave had keynote addresses by Parvati Joseph (general administrator, St Ursula Girls High School & Jr College), Chhhaya Chaturvedi (principal, Bharti Krishna Vidya Vihar), Madhuri Sahu (assistant professor-AI, GH Raisoni) and Dr Riyaz Sheikh (assistant professor and chair dept of MIS, College of Business, Saudi Arabia) who spoke on integrating AI into classrooms, ethical aspects, empowering teachers and inculcating students in an AI world.

The panel discussion experts were Dr Shanoor Mirza, Bhupendra Bondre, Zehra Ali, Manisha Sathe, Dr Raakesh Kriplani and Apoorva Mishra.

In a fireside chat like no other, Nisha Saraf (director, Chanda Devi Saraf School) and Mrunalini Dasture (principal, South Public School,) shared their take on 'Growth of AI being utilized by teachers in the new age'.

The conclave closed on a high note by recognizing numerous schools with awards to facilitate their outstanding work carried out by them for the development of the education sector for the welfare of the students.

The success of the conclave was enhanced by counsel of Dr Lalit Khullar (director, TIME), Dr Yogesh Gharpure (dean, PG Prog), Dr Carol Rao (dean, UG Prog), Prof Rohan Job and Prof Avinash Sayankar.

PSIT Kanpur students have developed 'DermaTech', a mobile app that uses AI to transform skincare. Intended to analyze skin problems and provide customized treatment recommendations, the app combines dermatology with advanced technology. Face scanning, expert chat, and product suggestions are some of its key features, making DermaTech a new benchmark for AI-driven digital skincare solutions.

Tackling the general issues of dermatology and beauty, PSIT students launched a revolutionary digital platform titled 'Dermatech' powered by artificial intelligence and other cutting-edge technologies to identify skin diseases and recommend customized care solutions. Scanning the user's skin to detect any defects or weaknesses, the new platform also recommends general medical treatment alongside skin care therapy.

Created by PSIT students Shaurya Singh, Shruti Omar, Shruti Jaiswal, Amit Tiwari, and Srishti Singh, Dermatech is designed to assist users in selecting the correct products and deciding when it is necessary to seek experts. "This cutting-edge platform provides customized product recommendations and expert insider know-how about skin care via an easy-to-use interface," declared Srishti Singh.

Some of its major features include an interactive skin test quiz to identify users' skin types, a face scanner that identifies skin problems and recommends solutions based on them, and a chat room wherein users can converse with board-certified dermatologists and be given personalized diet charts.

Dr Manmohan Shukla, Group Director, PSIT, Kanpur, welcomed the initiative, "Dermatech is the best example of innovation and forward thinking of our students. The platform will help a significant segment of society and add strength to the union of technology and healthcare. Such innovative initiatives will be supported by the institute."

Dermatech enables consumers to make informed, safe, and confident choices regarding their skin care, marking a major milestone in digital health solutions.

The Urban Development Department on Friday said it has made a big push to digitalize and modernize education in urban Uttar Pradesh, particularly in government schools.

Under some of the various flagship programs, the department is establishing more than 2,700 smart classrooms involving an outlay of approximately Rs 324.56 crore, it said.

"Out of these (2,700 classrooms), around 1,780 classrooms have been already built and are operational," the department said.

The scheme is greatly benefiting economically weaker section students from urban areas, it said.

"These children are becoming the recipients of modern, technology-driven education and are getting digitally empowered and due to this, the enrollment rate in the state has increased," it added.

To enhance school infrastructure in urban government schools, the department said it is constructing 2,700 smart classrooms under various schemes.

Out of them -- 1,183 classes -- have been established under the Smart City Mission at an authorized cost of Rs 160.83 crore, of which 1,088 classes have been fully implemented.

Also, under the 'Kayakalp' scheme, almost 190 smart classrooms have been established at an expenditure of Rs 57.66 crore, it added.

In the Aspirational Cities mission, 913 smart classrooms have been sanctioned at a cost of Rs 29.43 crore. Of these, 408 are functional and 505 are under construction, it added.

Furthermore, another 398 classrooms have been sanctioned as well. The total 25 special classrooms are being built under the CM Abhyudaya Composite School Scheme and another 13 smart classrooms have been sanctioned under Vaishvik Nagaroday Yojana.

Another 4.25 crore has also been sanctioned for classroom construction under Kayakalp projects, according to the statement.

Principal Secretary of the Urban Development Department Amrit Abhijat said, "We are taking urban education to the next level. These smart classes are not just connecting students with technology but also preparing them for the future." "This project has led to a noticeable rise in attendance and enrollment of urban government schools," Abhijat further said.

IIT Bombay is pleased to announce its first-of-its-kind e-Postgraduate Diploma (ePGD) in Integrated Circuits (IC) Design, a pioneering online program that aims to equip students and professionals with the latest skills in semiconductor technology. Teached and offered by the lecturers of the Electrical Engineering Department, this 18-month diploma course provides intensive study in semiconductors, digital and analog design, wireless communications, mixed signals, and system design to students and working professionals. Upon successful completion of 36 credits, the graduates are awarded a formal diploma by IIT Bombay, which will upgrade their qualifications for the changing semiconductor industry.

India is accelerating the journey of becoming a semiconductor nation with more than $18 billion invested in five semiconductor projects and the government targeting electronics production upscaling to $500 billion by 2030. IC design is increasingly becoming a core competency for the talent pool as the nation builds a complete stack chip ecosystem with strategic inputs, global collaborations, and self-reliance push.

In the launch ceremony, Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay said, "We intend to make learning more accessible to a larger pool of talent from learners, including working professionals. With such courses, we are getting closer to providing specialized training in circuit design, enhancing their technical skills. This will enable professionals to grow in their career in semiconductor technology and seek new openings in high-performance computing and wireless communications. India's opportunity in semiconductors has been one of our highest priority areas in recent years, and we are very optimistic about emerging as world leaders in the space. IIT Bombay is deeply convinced that the program will lead us towards achievement of our vision of creating a large pool of talent of experts who upon imbibing the core concepts provided under this program will be able to contribute towards creating advanced technology for the nation."

The ePGD invites engineering graduates or professionals to this online diploma with the intention of offering superior studies and in-demand skills. The seven courses in eighteen months will be delivered by IIT Bombay faculty so that students get the finest learning experience with a curriculum that equips learners with specialized knowledge conforming to international professional standards.

Talking of the launch, Mr. Kashyap Dalal, Co-founder and COO, Simplilearn, said, "We are thrilled to partner with IIT Bombay. The e-Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Circuits Design from IIT Bombay is not only an academic qualification but also a symbol of excellence, a badge of world-class education and industry-focused experience. It provides quality resources, best-in-class study materials, to deliver an enriching learning experience. We together would like to groom learners who will bring futuristic knowledge to integrated circuit design."

"Artificial intelligence: the future is now." This tagline well encapsulates the present China, with AI no longer being merely a buzzword — it's a driving force behind ordinary life and international collaborations.

In the earlier part of this year, China followed France and more than 10 other nations in signing an international statement on AI development at the 2025 AI Action Summit in Paris, committing to develop AI in an open, inclusive, and ethical manner. This is a demonstration of China's increasing leadership and responsibility in developing global AI governance.

One of the emerging stars in this tale is DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that's causing a stir globally. Unusually for many of its rivals, DeepSeek has gained recognition by enhancing algorithms to drastically cut computing power requirements — and by open-sourcing its model.

As Vrije Universiteit Brussel professor Lin Ying said, this open method provides useful materials for researchers globally with "a path for European companies to develop advanced AI models under limited computing resources".

DeepSeek's success is not only about technology; it's a glimpse of China's larger innovation environment.

From 'AI as a concept' to 'AI in daily life'

In China, AI is not limited to research labs or the corporate boardroom — it's integrated into everyday life. AI beautification features on smartphones; shopping centers have unmanned checkouts; hospitals use AI-based diagnostic tools; even farms are using AI-driven precision irrigation and smart fertilizers.

"Turns out AI is nearer than we imagined," many in China comment. What was once the stuff of science fiction — robot helpers, autonomous vehicles, art created by AI — is now a reality. From intelligent kitchens to AI teachers, from tailored suggestions to managing traffic, AI is no longer some distant vision but a reality that is making life better across the nation.

Aside from convenience, China's AI journey also presents global opportunities. Prof. Lin Ying pointed out that "while Europe excels in data privacy, security, and ethics, China leads in scaling and rapid commercialization." This complementarity presents opportunities for China-European cooperation, particularly in the establishment of joint AI standards and governance frameworks. In an era plagued by digital divides and ethical challenges, such cooperation paves the way for a more inclusive digital world economy.

This AI bonanza is not occurring in a vacuum. 2025 is the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and the EU, an alliance that evolved from trade relationships into all-around cooperation. In 2024, China-EU trade totaled $785.8 billion, whereas two-way investment rose to $260 billion. These statistics are not merely figures, but networks — thousands of companies, scholars, and entrepreneurs linking across borders.

Take DeepSeek as a case, but look broader: Chinese carmaker BYD is constructing a fresh EV factory in Hungary; CATL battery factories are popping up in Germany, Hungary, and Spain; Chery's Spanish joint venture has already launched fresh models. AI has been part of this broader narrative of technology transfer and industrial integration.

When AI spans technology and culture

Interestingly, AI isn't only powering technological cooperation — it's building cultural bridges. As there are regulatory uncertainties surrounding TikTok in the West, European consumers are rushing to China's Xiaohongshu (RedNote) app. There, they're studying Mandarin, warbling Chinese pop hits, trying AI-made ink art, and engaging with Chinese content creators live.

AI, it appears, has become an unlikely "cultural translator".

China's cultural exports are also picking up steam with AI-facilitated localization. The launch of "Black Myth: Wukong", China's first AAA game, sold more than 28 million copies worldwide, fueled by AI translation software allowing global players to enjoy Chinese mythology. AI is not displacing culture, but instead, it is scaling it, introducing tales such as the story of Sun Wukong to global audiences.

"Technology knows no borders; cooperation has no limits." During the current AI boom, China is not trying to dominate innovation but establish knowledge bridges of opportunity, common growth, and mutual understanding. As one European expert phrased it: "To work with China is not just to access products — it's to access a vibrant future."

In fact, the future is both close at hand and far away. With AI, the world perceives an open, cooperative, innovative, and dynamic China.