Academic Achievements

Student Achievements

Misha Starts Young

<p>MISHA SHAH of Class 2 A, won a Gold medal, in the 7-10 years age Category at the National Rubik’s Cube Championship 2019, organized by the Indian Cube Association at Ahmedabad.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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A Smart Investment

<p>Aman Ladia of IB Year XI was invited to speak at the prestigious Future Blockchain Summit Dubai 2019. This summit is the world’s largest gathering of blockchain investors, experts and academia all under one roof, organised by the Government of Dubai( Smart City) in collaboration with Dubai World Trade Centre.</p><p><br>Aman's presentation on the collaborative potential of blockchain and ML garnered quite a bit of attention, and he was lucky enough to meet the people who could help transform his proof of concept into reality.</p><p><br>Aman’s research paper on Distributed Data Access Control via Blockchain has made it to the top 5 research papers selected for presentation at University of Salamanca, Spain, for the Blockchain Congress 2019, to be held between 26-28th June 2019.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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YEA Saunders Scholars Competition

<p>YEA has been a step by step insight into the business world for me. I had no idea of how businesses were actually established and managed. I learnt in YEA that not only does a great idea matter, but also financials and marketing strategies.</p><p><br>I wanted to create something both helpful and profitable. My idea germinated from seeing the pain my maternal aunt had to go through due to surgery at a young age and relearn the use of her arms through an extensive process of physiotherapy. I decided to use my knowledge of robotics to create a simple, user-friendly solution for patients needing physiotherapy.</p><p><br>I conceptualised Kynaid, an innovative robotic physiotherapy assistant who could help patients performing physiotherapy exercises repeatedly thereby facilitating speedy recovery. It was a pleasant surprise for me when I learnt that I was invited to participate in the YEA Saunders Scholars Competition, Rochester, NY, USA. I felt privileged as this was the first time YEA India would be participating at the international level. I was proud to represent DAIS in an international program. At Rochester, I wasn’t a finalist, but that doesn’t deter me. I managed to reach all the way there, and I will still keep going.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Team Bloom at the UN

<p>Advit Ranawade of Class 9A along with other team members, called ‘Team Bloom’, was invited by the United Nations UNDP - GCNI National Convention 2019, to give a presentation on his team’s role in furthering the cause of Sustainable Development Goals in India. The presentation was made to an audience of esteemed dignitaries of the UNDP, CSR heads of companies etc. He was felicitated by UNDP officials and Mr Bibek Debroy, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister and a Padma Shri awardee, as well as attendees from Corporate India. The UNDP’s twitter handle mentions about their work.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS scores at Robotex

<p>Four of our Class 3 students, which formed Team Robotechies, comprising of Aarav Nair, Aarush Bharti, Avan Mehta and Purnaansh Patel, won second prize at the National Robotex Lego Line Following Competition held in Ahmedabad.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This was a two-tier competition with a qualifying regional championship conducted in Indore, Mumbai, Delhi, Rajkot and Ludhiana. 'Team Robotechies' qualified in the Mumbai regionals by securing second position. This was followed by their feat at the National Tournament amidst 18 teams from 8+ age category. The team built a robot using Lego Ev3 blocks, that won the Line Following challenge with high precision and high speed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They will now represent India at Robotex Internationals 2019 to be held in Talinn, Estonia in November and December.</p>

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Varun Bakshi of IBDP Grade 12 wins at John Locke Institute

<p>The John Locke Institute at Princeton University awarded DAIS IBDP G 12 student, Varun Bakshi, the First Place in the Public Policy Challenge on Wealth and Inequality.</p><p><br>Additionally, his economics essay was selected as a finalist for the John Locke Essay Competition, where he has been invited to represent our school in London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Tanisha Desai Named Finalist in 2024 John Locke Global Essay Competition

<p>IBDP Grade 12 student, Tanisha Desai has been chosen as a finalist for her submission to the John Locke 2024 Global Essay competition in the Philosophy category. As a finalist for the Global Essay Prize, she has been invited to the Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner, in London's Grosvenor House, Mayfair.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Keyaan Shah and Shruty Swamy shine at the WRO 2024

<p>Keyaan Shah and Shruti Swamy, students from Grade 11 and 10 have achieved a significant milestone by winning the Silver Medal in the Future Innovators Senior Category at the World Robot Olympiad India Regional Championship held in Mumbai.</p><p><br>Their innovative project, OXIGEN, successfully implemented real-time environmental scanning to monitor urban greens paces in Mumbai using advanced robotic sensors. This technology aims to ensure the environmental sustainability of these spaces.</p><p><br>The success of OXIGEN showcases the students' technical expertise and dedication to environmental conservation. Their innovative approach of using lot-based sensors for real-time monitoring has made a positive impact on their school and community. As they continue their academic journey, we wish Keyaan and Shruti continued success in all their future endeavours.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarnav Our National Star

<p>Aarnav Gogri of Class 9C won the GOLD honour at the Asia International Mathematical Olympiad Open Contest finals in Taiwan, among 18 participating countries. He was declared the NATIONAL STAR, for being the best performer from India. He won the SILVER honour at the World Mathematical Games at the same event.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Lubhavni Gupta of Class 8 publishes ‘The Legend of Titanburg’!

<p>In a remarkable feat of both dedication and literary prowess, Lubhavni Gupta has just published her debut novel, <em>The Legend of Titanburg</em>. This 300-page novel is an ambitious dive into fantasy, mystery, adventure, fate, philosophy and friendship. Set in the richly imaginative world of Titheria, the novel promises an enthralling experience for readers of all ages. Lubhavni’s unique blend of genres creates a narrative that is both exciting and thought-provoking.</p><p><br>Despite the many challenges she has faced, including writer’s block and the growing complexity of her ideas, Lubhavni has demonstrated a dedication and perseverance that inspires us all. Wishing her luck for her future literary endeavours!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arush Loonkar stands 3rd position at WRO-Robo Mission!

<p>Arush Loonkar, a student of Grade 8C, has achieved remarkable success in the World Robot Olympiad-Robo Mission. He secured the third position in the Regional Championship Competition and has qualified for the National Championship.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Class V Students Shine with Gold at Asia Junior Championship Debate 2024

<p>Three of our Class V students achieved a remarkable victory by winning a <strong>Gold medal</strong> at the Asia Junior Championship Debate Competition 2024.</p><p>The competition was organized by Edu Drift Singapore and over 50 teams of students across Asia Pacific participated.</p><p>The team of 3 comprised Gunranak Singh Khurana of Class V B, Renaya Lakhani of V A and Rutva Kasi of V B. The team scored some individual awards too.</p><p>Renaya Lakhani was declared the best speaker at the Finals.</p><p>Gunranak Singh was ranked 4th best speaker in India.</p><p>Rutva Kasi was ranked 5th best speaker in India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Not a 'Random' Feat

<p>Arnav Shah of Class 8 A stood 3rd in the Mumbai Regionals of the World Robotics Championship 2019.</p><p><br>Arnav, along with 2 friends, formed 'Team Random' and participated in the Junior category of the WRO Championship. Their hard work, patience and confidence paid off, as the team advances to the WRO India Nationals, which will be held in September 2019. This is the 4th year in succession that Arnav has made it to the WRO Nationals.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Making a Splash at WRO

<p>WRO is an international robotics competition, in which more than 30000 teams from 60+ nations participate each year. Students in this competition build and code a robot using Lego Mindstorms Ev3 platform to solve real life problems! This year’s theme is <strong>‘Smart Cities’</strong>.</p><p><br>Three teams from DAIS participated in WRO - World Robot Olympiad Regional chapter in August 2019. All three teams performed exceptionally well and qualified for the National chapter of the event!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Team rankings are as follows -</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>‘Team Gears’ clinched the Silver medal:</p><ul><li>Samarth Katiyar</li><li>Armaan Durani</li><li>Aayush Gupta</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>‘Team Fusion’ clinched the Bronze medal:</p><ul><li>Tanay Pachisia</li><li>Divij Patel</li><li>Sumeir Walia</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>‘Team Electrolytes’ clinched the fourth rank:</p><ul><li>Rishi Sankhe</li><li>Ojas Marathe</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Congratulations to all the participants!</p>

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Service Initiatives to aid humanity and the environment: Anushka Basu

<p><strong>Anushka Basus initiatives to serve humanity and environment:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka Basu has been an avid nature lover. From a very young age she has shown keen interest in working towards protecting the environment. She believes that the only way to make something happen is ‘to do it yourself’. With the spirit of self-initiative and service mindedness, she looked out for avenues to help serve the environment and humanity. She would actively participate in service activities planned by her school.</p><p><br>In 2018, disturbed by the damage caused by the floods in Kerala, she initiated a collection drive in school motivating the entire school community to contribute for the cause. This generated 220 cartons of relief aid containing medicines, clothes and footwear.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier that year she participated in the Round Square International Service project in Ecuador (RSIS). She worked with 49 kids from around the world to construct a community centre and day care centre in a small fishing village in the outskirts of Guayaquil.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka continued her efforts to make a difference by engaging in service endeavours in school. She leads the MOJ ( Moment of Joy) program which promotes sports, provides equipment and facilitates training to the underprivileged school / students.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In her bid to work towards the cause of improving the state of the river she explored the possibility of starting the Mithi River clean up outside her school. In order to gain experience on how to initiate and execute a clean-up activity, Anushka joined hands with Mr Afroze Shah (Recipient of Champion of the Earth Award from UN). She regularly visited the beaches where the clean up drives were conducted and understood the nuances and the processes. She inspired her peers to participate as well and lead a group of 80 people to participate in the clean up during the International Coastal Clean up Day.</p><p><br><strong>The Harvard Undergraduate CBE student Sustainability award:</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka is a recipient of the Harvard University Sustainability innovation award for her innovation and service towards the environment through her Clean-up efforts. This award is granted to only 10 deserving students from around the world for their sustainable innovations and leadership.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her initiative of Mithi River Clean up has been recognised and appreciated by the Havard University through this award.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anushka has now set her mind to work towards the Mithi River clean up and aims at educating and building awareness amongst the slum dwellers. She aims at building a program that will offer them solutions for better methods of disposal and build a sense of belongingness to the River that flows outside their homes. The project aims at engaging people in the clean-up with the aim of making them aware of the damage caused by improper disposal of garbage. Funding will be sourced through the offices or corporates in the area through CSR.</p>

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The 14th Annual Pearl Padamsee Trophy for Excellence in Speech and Drama

<p>The Pearl Padamsee annual elocution competition is a much awaited event, by schools across Mumbai. This keenly contested competition revolves around a preset theme and the theme for this year was, 'The Good, the Bad &amp; the Cyber'.</p><p><br>After a round of eliminations, the selected few showcased their talent before a panel of esteemed and eminent judges from the world of theatre. This year’s jury comprised of renowned theatre and drama personalities including Sabira Merchant, Dalip Tahil, Farid Currim and Kunal Vijayakar. We were lucky to send up 3 out of the 15 finalists, including Ranbir Dhall of 3B, Siddhant Mehendale of 4A and Krisha Singhal of 7A. Our children skillfully incorporated acting, with apt costumes and props, into their original elocution pieces.</p><p><br>DAIS was the proud winner of two trophies:</p><p><br>Ranbir Dhall- 1st runner up (7-9 years age category)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Krisha Singhal-1st runner up (10-13 years age category)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Congratulations to our young budding artists!</p>

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Anushka Basu, Grade 12 student bags prestigious HARVARD UNDERGRADUATE CBE'19 STUDENT SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

<p>DAIS Y12 IB Diploma student, <strong>Anushka Basu</strong>, is a recipient of the <strong>Harvard Undergraduate CBE Student Sustainability Award</strong>. This prestigious award is granted to only <strong>10 deserving students from around the world</strong> for their sustainable innovation and leadership. Congratulations!</p>

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Tanay Makes DAIS Proud

<p>Tanay Nistala of Year 11, won the Gold Medal in the Senior Open Category at the WRO International Finals held at Gyor, Hungary.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This year’s WRO theme was 'Smart Cities'. Tanay, who was part of a 3-member team called Golem Army, developed a Smart pothole detection product “Road Sepoy”. They used vision-based tracking system and MATLAB algorithm, specifically designed to work with the road sepoy camera, giving pothole-related information accurately, in real-time environment. Geo-mapping the pothole in google maps, helped in identifying the exact location.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is the first time an Indian team has won in the Open Category at WRO International, a proud moment for the country and for DAIS.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Way to Go, Arav!

<p>Arav Kaul of Class 6 A participated in the National Chapter of MakeX Robotics Competition in the "Courageous Traveller" category. Arav was part of Team Abhayam, which stood Second in India. They will now represent India at the MakeX International Championship in China.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Hridhika Vora, Grade X, wins West Zone Feeder Tournament, Willingdon Club

<p><strong>Hridhika Vora, Grade X, wins West Zone Feeder Tournament played at the Willingdon Club on 26-27 th November 2019</strong></p>

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Healthy Living

<p>Natisha Shah of Class 10 and Lavanya Iyer of Class 9 participated in 'The Digital Transformation of Healthcare' organized by IIMPact Health. As a team, they pitched at the Health Tech conference and won trophies and large cash prizes. They also received valuable feedback from visitors at their YEA! booth.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sumeet Motwani, Grade XI, youngest winner of IIT Bombay Bug Bounty Competition

<p>Sumeet Motwani of IBD XI was the member of the second runner up team in the IIT Bombay Bug Bounty Competition during IIT Techfest and won an award of Rs. 40,000 .He was also the youngest winner in the competition’s history. The competition was sponsored by Marsh and McLennan Companies (mmc.com) and he built an automated Vulnerability Scanner for them and presented his findings on their test website.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Starts Young

<p>Ved Ramchand and Arnav Shah of Class 1 B were part of a team that competed at the First Lego League Junior Competition, comprising of about 50 other teams. The task was to build a Model City called “ Boomtown Build”. Their Team was awarded the “Most Co-operative Model” award.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Three DAIS Students win the prestigious HT Scholarship 2019-20

<p>THE WINNERS: Meghna Pillai, Diya Shah and Rachit Gianchandani</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Diya Shah of 9 C , Meghna Pillai of 7A ,and Rachit Gianchandani of 6-A received a trophy and check of ₹50,000 on 22nd January 2020 at a glittering function at Rangsharda Auditorium in Bandra as winners of the <strong>10th edition of the Hindustan Times Scholarship Programme 2019.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Loud cheers from the friends, colleagues, teachers, principals and families of the winners filled the Auditorium on Wednesday morning as 50 brilliant students from Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai were awarded scholarships .The awards, seek to recognise the brightest talents in city schools.<br><br><br>They were presented by National Award-winning actor, Rajkummar Rao; actor Yami Gautam; Deepak Jeswal, senior vice-president, HDFC Bank; and Sachin Kalbag, executive editor, Hindustan Times, Mumbai. All of them had inspiring stories to narrate.</p><p><br>“The whole idea behind the HT Scholarship Programme is not to look at students who excel only academically, because at HT, we believe excellence comes from a variety of fields, skills, talents and capabilities,” said Sachin Kalbag, executive editor, Hindustan Times, Mumbai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>HT received 85,501 applications from students of classes 5 to 9, from 267 schools, for the programme, of which 150 applications were shortlisted. The 50 winners, each of whom received ₹50,000, were selected after an extensive two-step selection process.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meghna’s reaction on hearing the results:’ When I first heard the result, I was shocked but this opportunity made me realise my passion to write. I am happy that I won.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Rachit’s response on winning the HT scholarship was: “When I came to know that I had won, my confidence increased and I greatly thank my teachers, for their help and the editors of Hindustan Times who acknowledged my writing.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Diya Shah said, “Winning the HT scholarship showed me that I do have opinions and I do have a voice that is valuable and respected, and hence I would like to thank the Hindustan Times editors for understanding and acknowledging my point of view and my form of self-expression.”</p>

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FIRST Tech Challenge 2019-2020

<p>Four DAIS students were part of FTC Team Sigma which participated in the FIRST Tech Challenge 2019-2020 National Level.The team comprised of Yash Muthalia and Avya Gupta of Class 8 A and Samarth Katiyar and Armaan Durani of Class 9 IGCSE.</p><p><br>They won the prestigious Control Award, which is given to the team displaying the most unique programming, key control elements, as well as the sensor and algorithm use, that make the movement of the robot most effective. The team also bagged the Robot Game runner up award.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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F1 in Schools Competition

<p>F1 is an international STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) competition for school children aged 9-19, in which students have to design and manufacture a miniature "car" out of the official F1 Model Block, using CAD/CAM design tools. F1 in Schools Ltd is a social enterprise working with committed industry partners to provide an exciting, yet challenging educational experience, through the magnetic appeal of Formula 1. It is an educational programme that raises awareness of STEM and Formula 1 among students worldwide. This competition looks at the overall performance of teams, simultaneously promoting STEM and inculcating entrepreneurship skills in the students.</p><p><br>This year 44 teams participated, out of which only 15 teams qualified for the Nationals. DAIS students Hitansh Bhatt and Aarush Bharti from Class 3 B, along with three students from other schools, qualified for the Nationals, which will be held in April 2020. They also received the ‘Judges Special Award’ for their enthusiasm and being the youngest team participating in the competition.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Play to Win

<p>At the WhiteHat Junior Live Online Coding for Kids, two DAIS Primary school students, Vihaan Saxena of Class 3 B and Aarit Gopalkrishnan of Class 1 B, received the First prize, making them the youngest kids in the world to become WhiteHat Jr Certified Game Developers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>WhiteHat Jr is a global online platform for kids between the age of 6 and 14 years. The platform harnesses the natural creativity of kids, with coding tools to help them create professional-ready digital products of global impact. The programme uses logic and design principles to create online games.</p>

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Our Young Artist in Kutch

<p>Siddharth Singh of Year 11 successfully showcased his Origami installation at the Living and Learning Design Center, a craft museum in Kutch. This is an annual Folk Festival, held from January 19 to 23, and the installation was a part of the festival’s decor, and more than 30,000 people visiting the festival, got an opportunity to experience it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The name of the installation was ‘The 1000 Flamingos of Prosperity’ and it was months in the making, with preparations beginning all the way back in October. This was one of the biggest installations on the museum grounds and at the young age of 16, Siddharth was the youngest artist to have an installation at the museum. He added a write-up with the installation, which was put up next to it, for all to read.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Siddharth mused that it was an incredible experience to be a part of such an esteemed festival, at the museum.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He was also featured on the museum's Instagram account, which included a video, with shared experiences of the team members in creating the work of art.<br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/B7bAN1QBbYr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link">https://www.instagram.com/tv/B7bAN1QBbYr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link</a></p>

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Jaisal Shah IGCSE Class 9 wins 2nd position in CMC'24!

<p>DAIS IGCSE Class 9B student, <strong>Jaisal Shah</strong> participated in the <strong>CMC 2024 (Cathedral Math Competition 2024)</strong> conducted by the Cathedral and John Connon School . He won the <strong>Silver Award in the Junior Category</strong> in the final round. This was a highly competitive, yet engaging competition that united over 4000 participants from from 200 schools across the globe. Everyone shares one common passion – Mathematics!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards - IGCSE 2019-2020

<p><strong>Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards</strong> are a group of awards conferred by Cambridge Assessment International Education. They recognize exceptional learner achievement in Cambridge Examinations around the world. The primary purpose of these awards is to celebrate and recognize the success of high-performing Cambridge learners.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Three students from DAIS were the proud recipients of the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards this year, at a recent ceremony.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Nasya Sequeira was awarded Top in the World for Optional Physical Education, while Khushi Vora and Ayushi Gianchandani were awarded Top in Country for World Literature and International Mathematics, respectively.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking at the occasion the Regional Director for South Asia, Mr. Mahesh Srivastava, congratulated all awardees for their zeal to excel in the challenging and application-oriented courses offered by CAIE.<br><br><br>A recorded message from Ms. Christine Ozden, Chief Executive Officer, CAIE, celebrated the achievements of the Awardees by opining that Cambridge learners have set highest standards of achievement the world over, making them highly coveted by the best colleges and employers around the world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It was an occasion to remember for students and teachers gathered for the ceremony in general and for the DAIS family in particular.</p>

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Young and Confident

<p>Ishaan Subramanian and Agastya Raje of Class 3 B participated in the IIT Techfest, a showcase of new technologies on the subject of Transport. The Shell company, which was associated with the event, made a short video of the event, highlighting the best entrees. The organisers were highly impressed by the idea, effort and confidence of the young lads, and they have featured them, with their teammate Aaradhya Agrawal, alongside the grownup students. Quite an achievement to get selected to participate in IIT Techfest itself! Well done, boys!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/shell_ai-activity-6628972610120228864-F1Cf">www.linkedin.com/posts/shell_ai-activity-6628972610120228864-F1Cf</a></p>

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Keyaan Shah scores at the World STEM & Robotics Olympiad 2024

<p>Keyaan Shah of Year 11 has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Gold Medal at the World STEM &amp; Robotics Olympiad National Championship 2024. In addition, he also won a prize of Rs. 15,000 in the Entrepreneurial Challenge category, competing against 200 tech entrepreneurs.</p><p><br>Keyaan's innovative project, SightKraft, is an indoor assistant for the visually impaired. He qualified for the Nationals after his earlier success at the Regional Championship, where he won a Gold medal and received a prize of Rs. 8,000.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah wins Bronze at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24

<p>Keyaan Shah of IBDP Grade 11 has won the Bronze Award in the senior category (14-18 years) at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024. The essay topic was: "At the heart of Samoan way of life is 'aiga'... What core values and ideas from your culture can be used to enhance cooperation and community in the Commonwealth?" Keyaan's essay, titled <em>'Bonds Beyond Borders: The Gujarati Jain Path to a Resilient Commonwealth'</em>, showcased his insightful perspective on this theme.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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1st Prize won by Jai Vineet Sachdeva in NHAF Art Competition

<p><strong>India-My Vision by Jai</strong></p><p>At the NHAF 9th National Online Inter-school Art Event 2020, DAIS student Jai Sachdeva of Class 4 B, won the 1st Prize, with a medal, a certificate and cash Rs. 11,000. The competition was called ‘Shades of India’ and Jai participated in the ‘Veni’ Category. The event was organized to learn what young minds from all over the country think of their motherland-India, through the medium of colour.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sumeet Motwani and Sidharth Parekh, Grade 12 sucessfully devise Covid-19 testing model

<p>Grade 12 students, Sumeet Motwani and Sidharth Parekh, have done the school proud by making the machine learning model to detect COVID-19 completely open source, and have decided against monetizing it. It Is already being used/tested at a few hospitals. The article applauds their effort.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Class XII Students Develop Model To Test COVID Through X-ray Scans Of Patient</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In an important breakthrough in COVID research, two Class-XII students of Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS), have devised a model that can successfully detect COVID-19 through the chest X-rays of a patient. Machine Learning Model developed by Sumeet Motwani and Sidharth Parekh will be able to successfully detect COVID-19 through chest radiographic images in less than a second with an accuracy of more than 90%.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It's important to note that, the students have decided against monetizing such technology in a time when it is desperately needed by the world and have instead decided to make it fully Open Source. With this approach, the Model is now freely available for interested Government Agencies, Public and Private firms to develop their own Product and rapidly deploy it across the nation to save lives.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Unlike common ways of testing like the nasopharyngeal swab technique, this technology will be able to detect the presence of the COVID virus in the lungs of a person just through their CT scans proving to be a much faster way to detect the novel virus. Sumeet Motwani and Sidharth Parekh are the first ones in India to come up with such technology.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The technology works on a Convolutional neural network (CNN) and it acts as a classifier, so within one second it can tell whether the person is COVID positive or negative based on their CT scan," said Sumeet Motwani.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"When a person is COVID positive, there are changes in their lung structure. This will be able to detect those," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For diagnosing COVID, doctors mainly employ blood/swab testing and/or chest X-rays. While looking through the CT scans of a potential patient through the naked eyes are one way, doctors usually wait to get the result of the blood test before confirming the diagnosis. However, this technology will be able to fasten the process of COVID testing since this model is solely dedicated to detecting COVID through their CT scans.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Please refer below link</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.republicworld.com/india-news/city-news/dias-class-xi-students-develop-model-to-test-covid-through-x-ray-scans.html">https://www.republicworld.com/india-news/city-news/dias-class-xi-students-develop-model-to-test-covid-through-x-ray-scans.html</a></p>

Student Achievements

Agastyaa Goradia wins Silver at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition again!

<p>IBDP Grade 11 student Agastyaa Goradia participated in the Royal Commonwealth Queen's Essay Competition. This year the Royal CW Society received a record breaking 34,939 entries from 50 countries including Malaysia, Singapore, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Ghana and United Kingdom.</p><p><br>Second year in a row Agastyaa has won the silver award for his creative writting essay competition!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Art with Tarini Online Sessions

<p>As a way to lessen anxiety and encourage creativity during the COVID crises, DAIS student Tarini Arora (Class 7B), has created an online class for students who are interested in art. These online sessions began as soon as the lockdown started and run on weekends and school holidays.</p><p><br>The idea behind the zoom sessions is to offer students an opportunity to focus on making something pretty and appealing during this difficult time. Participants have included learners from across India- ranging from 6 years of age to 70 years of age.</p><p><br>You can follow Tarini’s work on @artistic_Affair if you are interested in joining.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 12, Mihika Agarwal - A finalist in the John Locke Global Essay Prize!

<p>DAIS IBDP Grade 12 student, Mihika Agarwal has been shortlisted as a finalist in the John Locke Global Essay Prize. She has received an invitation to attend a series of programmes at London and Oxford in September'24. She submitted her essay for the category on Politics exploring the question- "When is compliance complicity?” John Locke Institute is a university with offices in Oxford, UK, with professors from the top colleges across the world.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Kiara Bose Roy Receives Little Free Library’s Award for Outstanding Achievement

<p>Grade 12 student, Kiara Bose Roy established Mumbai’s first Little Free Library book-sharing box at age 12.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hudson, WI (May 18, 2020) – The Little Free Library (LFL) nonprofit organization was pleased to present Kiara Bose Roy with the 2020 Todd H. Bol Award for Outstanding Achievement. This award honors extraordinary individuals who embody LFL’s mission to inspire a love of reading and build community.<br><br><br>“It is a privilege to recognize Kiara Bose Roy as one of this year’s winners of the Todd H. Bol Award for Outstanding Achievement,” said LFL Executive Director Greig Metzger. “Her volunteer efforts exemplify the vision of the late founder of Little Free Library, Todd Bol, to engage communities and enrich lives through the power of shared books. Through her effort, Kiara has made her community a better place to be.”<br><br><br>Kiara Bose Roy started the first Little Free Library book-sharing box in Mumbai when she was just 12 years old as a way to share her love of reading and provide equitable book access.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I live in the metropolitan city of Mumbai in India, where a lot of us are lucky enough to have access to an abundance of books and libraries. But a lot of children who live in my city don’t share that privilege,” Roy said. “I’m now almost 18, but I had always been very sensitive to the socioeconomic disparity that I saw in my community. It thought it unfair that those children who play on the same street as me couldn’t enjoy the lovely books I could. This was most definitely my biggest motivation in starting a Little Free Library.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kiara continues to see her little library provide a valuable service in her city and has inspired more libraries to spring up.</p>

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Isha Kanodia initiates the 'StaySafePowai' Programme

<p>Isha Kanodia efforts towards helping her local community during the lockdown has got a significant positive response from Powai residents. As a result, she has been featured in two widely read local publications.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She created a web platform <a href="http://www.staysafepowai.info/">www.staysafepowai.info</a> that helps the local community of Powai to find their essentials (Groceries, Fruits / Veg, Milk, Doctors and Pharmacists, Home Delivered Cooked meals, services for the elderly, ) under one roof in a simple tabular format, during the lockdown period. It also provides a means for the shops and service providers to get themselves listed. She continuously keeps upgrading it on a daily basis and is encouraged by the overwhelming response received from local residents on Facebook and other social networks. She launched the site on 31st March and it has already seen over 12,000 unique users accessing it over 20,000 times (Source: Google Analytics). This makes it over 15% of the target population of 75,000 households in central Powai. 'The Watchdog News' has covered her work and has interviewed her under its <strong>‘Heroes of Corona’</strong> campaign. Link:<a href="https://thewatchdognews.com/16-yo-corona-hero-designs-website-informing-residents-where-to-buy-groceries/"> https://thewatchdognews.com/16-yo-corona-hero-designs-website-informing-residents-where-to-buy-groceries/</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She is grateful to the school for inspiring students to make a difference in society.</p>

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Keshav Mohta, IGCSE Pre-8, published novel 'Amigos in Space'

<p>Keshav successfully published a fictional novel called 'Amigos in Space'. This is a book set in 2065, where interplanetary travel and habitation becomes an interesting plot-line. The book revolves around the story of Akaash, Akshay, Arun and Arnav, who are best friends. They embark onto long distance space travel and become the first settlers in far-flung planets. The future is an interesting mix of meteorite space crafts and domed cities on Mars and Saturn.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His book has been published by Readomania, a publishing house in New Delhi. The book is available on Amazon Kindle (India and USA).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A link to the same is provided below:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.in/dp/B088P7VVZ9/">https://www.amazon.in/dp/B088P7VVZ9/</a><br><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088P7VVZ9/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088P7VVZ9/</a></p>

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Milee Jain, Ishaan Mehra and Keshav Mohta of Pre -8 grade help the AXF Foundation

<p>While the DAIS students have been able to continue their education through the stupendous effort by the school, staff and faculty, not all children have been as lucky. This motivated Milee Jain, Ishaan Mehra and Keshav Mohta of Pre -8 grade to help the students of the Angel Xpress Foundation (AXF). AXF is a Mumbai-based Not For Profit organisation established 7 years ago. AXF runs 20 centres across Mumbai leveraging volunteers to provide supplementary education in Maths and English to municipal school kids. At last count, AXF had 2,200 students and 700 volunteers. Due to the lock-down, the students were not able to come to the centres and attend their regular classes.<br><br><br>To make sure their learning didn’t lag behind, three DAIS pre-8B students - Keshav Mohta, Milee Jain and Ishaan Mehra, took it upon themselves to produce Maths tutorials for the students of AXF. They created a dedicated YouTube channel called <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH6s2CYJuQko9MQp_YT_Qjg/playlists">"AXF Online"</a> where they started contributing these tutorials and invited others to do the same. The channel now has over 100 maths tutorials catering to Grades 1 – 5, which are available for AXF Volunteers to send to their students, ensuring that no child gets left behind irrespective of the lock-down.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The AXF children are extremely delighted that despite the lock-down, their thirst for learning has been quenched by these tutorials and are enthusiastically working with them. Inspired by them, other students also started making tutorials for the channel to cover higher grades.</p><p><br>You Tube Channel:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH6s2CYJuQko9MQp_YT_Qjg/playlists">https://www.youtube.com/channel/AXF-Online</a><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Students Excel at World Economics Cup 2024

<p>Eklavea Shah, Anant Bhartia, and Ahaan Kedia, students of Dhirubhai Ambani International School, participated in the World Economics Cup 2024 Continental round, securing 2nd place in the Asia-Pacific region and winning the Silver Trophy. In addition, each of them earned individual Gold medals and ranked in the Continental Top 10 in the Thinking and Innovation round. Their achievement reflects a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in economics.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Keshav Mohta publishes article in Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth publication - Lexophilia

<p>Keshav Mohta from Pre-8 grade wrote an article called 'Dreams.' This article has been published by Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth in their Spring 2020 Lexophilia. This is now available for global circulation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The article is available on page 21 in the publication and can be accessed by following the link -</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.flipsnack.com/JHUCTY/pages-for-cty-master-class-ii-zine/full-view.ht">https://www.flipsnack.com/JHUCTY/pages-for-cty-master-class-ii-zine/full-view.ht</a></p>

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Our Young Mathematicians

<p>Ved Ramchand and Raya Abraham of Class 2 B participated in the Mental Maths Competition organised by the Math Vision Pvt. Ltd. Singapore, in which Ved secured the 2nd Rank and Raya secured 3rd Rank amongst all students participating from Mumbai.</p>

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FIRC 2020

<p>Aanvi Malpani of Class 4 B has secured the First position - Best game - Scratch in the Robotics competition of FIRC 2020 by AAJ foundation. She has also won a Robotics kit from the organisers.</p>

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IBDP G 11 Ilisha Awasthi wins Gold at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24

<p>IBDP Grade 11 student, Ilisha Awasthi wins the Gold Award in the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24. Her prompt was 'At the heart of Samoan way of life is ‘aiga’, meaning ‘family’ values including selflessness, hospitality, co-operation, respect, and dignity. What core values and ideas from your culture can be used to enhance co-operation and community in the Commonwealth?"</p><p><br>Essay title: A Commonwealth Concurrence: Unifying Intricate Nations Through Indian Values.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Steel City Codes Hackathon

<p>Steel City Hacks was an online, 2-day hackathon organised by Steel City Codes, a non-profit from Pittsburgh, USA. Steel City Codes works towards educating the youth about computer science and coding.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over 200 participants from 15 countries took part in the hackathon, forming groups of up to 4 people. There were 50 final project submissions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The theme of the hackathon was sustainability, and the contestants were tasked with identifying a modern-day problem in sustainability, and finding a solution to it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This hackathon was beginner friendly, and even allowed projects that didn’t include any coding whatsoever as ‘design hacks’, which had equal weightage and importance. The other category was ‘implemented hacks’, which comprised projects with code</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One team, consisting of Manit Tanwar and Ishaan Shah, both from class 10A from Dhirubhai Ambani International School, placed first in the ‘Best Implemented Hack Category’, along with a Rs. 14,000/- cash prize. Their project is called panel-it: The Modular Packaging Solution.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Second team was from Grade 7 called the MasterCoders101 consisting of Ayaan Shankta, Azad Parikh, Hridank Garodia and Rachit Gianchandani, won Second place in the Best Design Hack for their creation along with Rs. 9000/- Their project is called EcoPump in the Steel City Hacks competition.</p>

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It’s a 100%

<p>Aarit Gopalkrishnan of Class 2 B scored 100% and an international Rank 1 in a Mental Aptitude Olympiad 2020-21, amongst 6842 Grade 2 students who competed globally.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This Olympiad, organized by LogIQids, focused on testing 4 types of skills for Grade 2 students:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Multiple instruction questions (Attention to detail and focus)</li><li>Trends and relationships (Data analyses and analytical thinking)</li><li>Visual (Spatial skills and creativity)</li><li>Verbal (Basic language and verbal skills)</li></ol>

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Pranit Sanwalka finalist at John Locke Institute’s Global Essay Competition'24

<p>Pranit Sanwalka from IBDP Grade 11 declared as a finalist in the Politics category of the John Locke institute’s 2024 Global Essay Prize Competition and has been awarded a Merit Award. As a finalist for the Global Essay Prize, he was invited to the Awards Ceremony which was hosted in London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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A Literary Achievement

<p>Trina Chaitanya of Class 3 B has written a poem on learning through the pandemic, which was selected and published, out of thousands of entries sent, in Stone Soup.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Stone Soup is an international literary magazine and website based out of US and Canada and is 100% written and illustrated by kids through age 13. Now in its 48th year, Stone Soup is the most widely read website and magazine for kids that has been inspiring children globally to read, write and create their own artworks for publication in the magazine and blog since 1973.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trina's poem link is given here:</p><p><a href="https://stonesoup.com/post/battle-of-the-bugs-corona-versus-the-learning-bug/">https://stonesoup.com/post/battle-of-the-bugs-corona-versus-the-learning-bug/</a></p>

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Well Calculated!

<p>Divisha Khandelwal of Class 4 A participated in the HKIMO ( Hong Kong International Maths Olympiad) and received a gold and a silver medal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vivaan Bhatia of Class 9A participated in the SASMO 2020 ( Singapore and Asian School Maths Olympiad) and won a Silver Medal. There were total of 15500 participants from 19 countries across various grades.</p>

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Arnav Shah won silver medal in International VANDA Science Copmetition

<p>Arnav Shah of Class 10 A won a Silver medal in the International VANDA Science competition in both: individual and team rounds.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He also won a Bronze Honor in the Asia International Math Olympiad (AIMO) 2020 (Secondary 2 )</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He was 2nd in India and 16th in the World Robotic Olympiad (WRO) 2020, hosted online from Canada, in the Senior High Category, with a Best Beginner Hack in City Steel Hacks 2020.</p>

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IBDP G 11 Ishaan Surve wins Silver at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24

<p>Out of a record breaking 34,939 entries received this year from 9 different countries, DAIS student, <strong>Ishaan Surve</strong> of IBDP Grade 11 has won the <strong>SILVER AWARD</strong>, Senior Category (14-18 years) in The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24.</p><p><br>Ishaan's essay topic was, "It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change."– Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. What small steps can you take to help tackle the climate crisis? His essay highlighted practical measures that one can adopt to combat climate change.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IBDP G 12 Eklavea Shah won the Gold Award at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24

<p>DAIS IBDP G 12 Eklavea Shah won the Gold Award at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competitio'24 . Addressing the topic, "What do you believe is the most pressing issue the world faces today, and how can Commonwealth values help solve it?", he emphasized the urgent need for peace and unity to resolve global conflicts. Eklavea highlighted how the Commonwealth's shared values of democracy, human rights, and equality can pave the way toward a more peaceful world. This award is bestowed upon only about 200 students out of 34,939 entries this year.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Grade 8 B student, Rudritara Shroff initiates the Corona Quilt Project

<p>DAIS Grade 8B student Rudritara Shroff initiated the ‘The Corona Quilt Project’ by enlisting support from her classmates. It began during the time of Covid to give people an outlet to express their personal pandemic experiences through the designing of a 'square'. Today, the Corona Quilt project takes tangible form, as each of these squares comes together in a community art installation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Rudritara strived to inspire her classmates to make drawings which visually spread awareness and mobilized our community. Individual squares come together thematically to incorporate a larger message of hope, love and community welfare. To ensure every classmate was included, Rudritara created a square on the behalf of students who were out of town. The quilts that manifested out of these drawings in squares were seen as installations across Mumbai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“On the Rise”, the presentation on the municipal School on the Sea face, wraps around the facade of the building with over 5000 individual narratives coming together. It draws a parallel from the butterfly- a symbol of transformation, evolution and resurrection. This has been a time of monumental and purposeful metamorphosis, that has given birth to new perspectives and visions. The aim of the presentations was to draw out children’s emotions to depict solidarities and continuities between humans and nature. The concepts embody the present reality of the covid pandemic and our collective responsibility to empower our community. The project took a yearlong time from planning and conception and over 3 months’ time to completion. DAIS students made a difference!</p>

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Grade 9 Aneesh Kumar – A Math Olympiad Genuis !

<p>Grade 9 student Aneesh Kumar is passionate about participating in Math Olympiads. He is applauded for the laurels he achieved this year 2020-21. His accomplishments are as follows-</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Participated in Ganit Pravinya Mathematics Competition, which is a qualifier for the prestigious Pradnya government Scholarship. Aneesh won the Pradnya scholarship</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a gold medal in the TIMO(Thailand International Mathematics Olympiad)</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a silver award in the Final round of AIMO(Asian International Mathematical Olympiad)</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a silver medal in HKIMO Heats (Hongkong International Math Olympiad)</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a silver medal in HKIMO Finals coming 20th globally and 4th in India</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a bronze medal in SASMO(Singapore and Asian School Math Olympiad)</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Secured 144/150 in the PASCAL Mathematics Examination held by CEMC, University of Waterloo (Ranked second in India)</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Won a gold medal in the Junior Category(Grades 9/10) of the Math Olympiad organized by the Hill Spring International School</li></ol>

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DAIS IBDP Grade 12 students shine in the online International Chemistry Quiz'24

<p>Gr 12 student Ashkay Bhalla achieved High distinction with 90% score achieved by 7 other students in Asia region. Keshav Mohta, Raahil Mullick, Vidit Bhimrajka, Aadi Kothari achieved Distinction and Eklavea Shah received Credit in the <strong>Final</strong> category of the Quiz. Annan Vora (Grade 11) achieved <strong>Excellence</strong> in the <strong>Senior</strong> category with a perfect score of 100% scored by only four other students in the Asia region.</p><p><br><em>This quiz is conducted annually since 1982 where over 100,000 students from over 21 countries and is translated into 7 languages. The innovative and engaging questions are designed by chemistry educators over two years, covering curriculum-based content and stimulating secondary school students to apply their knowledge to new scenarios. The excellent performance of the Asian students this time shows their love and great enthusiasm for Chemistry as well as the students' growing demand for quality international education!</em></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IBDP Grade 12 students shine in the online International Chemistry Quiz'24

<p>Gr 12 student Ashkay Bhalla achieved High distinction with 90% score achieved by 7 other students in Asia region. Keshav Mohta, Raahil Mullick, Vidit Bhimrajka, Aadi Kothari achieved Distinction and Eklavea Shah received Credit in the <strong>Final</strong> category of the Quiz. Annan Vora (Grade 11) achieved <strong>Excellence</strong> in the <strong>Senior</strong> category with a perfect score of 100% scored by only four other students in the Asia region.</p><p><br><em>This quiz is conducted annually since 1982 where over 100,000 students from over 21 countries and is translated into 7 languages. The innovative and engaging questions are designed by chemistry educators over two years, covering curriculum-based content and stimulating secondary school students to apply their knowledge to new scenarios. The excellent performance of the Asian students this time shows their love and great enthusiasm for Chemistry as well as the students' growing demand for quality international education!</em></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Team DAIS enters Semi-finals in World Schools Online Chess Tournament 2021

<p>Team DAIS enters Semi-finals in World Schools Online Chess Tournament 2021.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Congratulations to the TEAM DAIS students - Aditya Ramanathan, Aditya Patil, Dev Shah, Raahil Malik, Rounaiv Rana, Ruhaan Mahindru, Siddhanth Lohia, Suhaani Lohia and Vansh Agarwal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over all these years, the school has provided unflinching support to all these students to pursue their passion and excel in the game; and we are glad that they are now getting a chance to make their school proud by excelling in the first global ‘team’ chess tournament for schools.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Special thanks to Cawas sir for encouraging and motivating the kids to give their best without stressing on the results.</p>

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IGCSE Gr 8 Om Mandloi wins GOLD at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'24

<p>Om Mandloi from DAIS IGCSE Grade 8 C won the Gold award at the Queens Commonwealth Essay Competition 2023-24. This high-profile competition has engaged over 200,000 young people, over 5,000 schools and thousands of volunteer judges across the Commonwealth. His topic for the essay was to write a dialogue between yourself and your grandparent about resilience and hope.“</p><p><br>Congratulations!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IGCSE G 9 Jaisal Shah wins the prestigious DIANA Award 2024!

<p>From teaching his friends chess at age five to <strong>mentoring hundreds in the KVO community</strong>, IGCSE G 9 student, <strong>Jaisal Shah</strong> has championed the transformative benefits of chess. Through free workshops and tournaments, he has instilled skills like critical thinking and confidence in participants of all ages. Awarded the <strong>National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement and the Global Child Prodigy Award</strong>, Jaisal’s initiatives have strengthened family bonds and created a culture of resilience and creativity. <strong>As one of India’s youngest TEDx speakers</strong> and motivational leader, he inspires others to overcome failures and embrace challenges, leaving a lasting impact on his community and beyond.</p><p><br>This year The Diana Award received over 1700 nomination submissions, making this the most competitive year yet.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS students win at the YEA! Investor panel 2021

<p>The YEA! Investors Panel event was held on 17th April 2021 where 33 ventures were presented.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>DAIS students spoke exceptionally well and demonstrated Sales &amp; Customer testimonials to the presiding judges. Our students displayed passion, drive and sincere effort which impressed the judges. Student ventures were rated on the basis of Quality of Idea, Business Case, Research &amp; Effort, Prototype and Presentation Skills.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Mehek Doshi &amp; Vedika Shah</strong> won Rs 30,00 for The Pincode - Sticker based accessories for kids and teens</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Tejasvi Gupta &amp; Tavishi Kapoor</strong> won Rs 20,000 for The Social Strip – Graphic novel series for kids and teens</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Mihika Agarwal</strong> won Rs 10,000 for Denimblu – Upcycling denim fabric to make essential products</li></ol><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>DAIS congratulates our winners!</p>

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DAIS IBDP Year 12 Varun Bakshi-Brilliant Mind in the Making

<p>The John Locke Institute at Princeton University awarded DAIS IBDP G 12 student, Varun Bakshi, the First Place in the Public Policy Challenge on Wealth and Inequality.</p><p><br>Additionally, his economics essay was selected as a finalist for the John Locke Essay Competition, where he has been invited to represent our school in London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aneesh Kumar raises funds for the Phool Versha Foundation

<p>Grade 9 student Aneesh Kumar by hosted a piano concert on his YouTube channel in September’20. He along with his 4 friends helped raise over Rs 2 lakhs for the Phool Versha Foundation. More than a 100 strong audience sought entertainment through their repertoire of famous songs. He helped conceptualize and organize the performance, in addition to being the host and a performer in the show.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They had set themselves a goal of raising Rs 40,00 and were overjoyed and overwhelmed by the encouragement, support, appreciation, and the donations they received. The donations made a difference to the unprivileged members of the community. This has been a great learning experience for him and he has really appreciated the fact that people around him have encouraged him and helped him to make a difference in the lives of those not as privileged and fortunate as some others. He has understood that if the cause is worthwhile and if one is selfless, then miracles can and will happen, provided one extends a helping hand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following is the link to his performance:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS97VC8q9cA">YouTube</a><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G11 Keyaan Shah Wins 1st Prize in India Innovation Challenge '24 hosted by the University of Sydney

<p>Keyaan Shah's has made an incredible achievement with SpeechKraft, an innovative project designed to empower individuals with verbal autism in overcoming social communication challenges. Launched a year ago, this portable AI-driven device offers real-time feedback to help improve sentence completion, pronunciation, grammar, and suggests simpler synonyms—serving as a perfect companion to traditional speech therapy and fostering independent practice. Through rigorous participant testing, SpeechKraft has shown remarkable results in enhancing verbal skills. Keyaan has truly made us proud by winning First Prize in the India Innovation Challenge (IIC) 2024 hosted by the University of Sydney.</p><p><br>Congratulations to Keyaan for setting such a fine example of innovation and compassion!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah Shines Bright: Gold Finalist in The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024

<p>Jaisal Shah, IGCSE G 9, participated in the prestigious, <strong>"The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024"</strong> and won <strong>Gold Finalist Award.</strong></p><p><br>Being selected as a Gold Finalist Award means that his piece was so highly commended that it was submitted to the Final Judging Panel for its consideration to be awarded the Junior or Senior Winner, or Runner-up prize. <strong>Out of a record-breaking 34939 competition entries this year, only 154 were selected as Gold Finalist Awards.</strong></p><p><br><strong>The theme for the essay was: ‘One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Commonwealth’</strong>. He submitted his entry in the <strong>Senior Category</strong> - Write a speech highlighting what you think is the most challenging issue facing the world today, and how Commonwealth values can be used to solve it. <strong>His speech highlighted how mental health issues are the most challenging issues the world is facing and with help of resilience and positive thinking it could be resolved</strong>.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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G 12 students win ABWA Infinity 2024-25 Advanced Category

<p>Grade 12 students- Dhruv Chopra, Moksh Nihalani, and Raahil Mullick - represented DAIS in the ABWA Infinity 2024-25 Advanced Category, a prestigious math competition organised by Aditya Birla World Academy in collaboration with BITS Pilani. The qualifier round of the tournament took place in October 2024 and had 2 rounds: an individual round consisting of 30 questions to be answered in one hour, and a team round consisting of 10 questions to be answered in one hour. Questions ranged across geometry, algebra, advanced number theory, set theory, combinatorics, and functional equations. The team’s performance was exemplary, earning them qualification for the Final Round to be held in person in January 2025. <em>Dhruv Chopra was placed 1st in the individual round out of 204 participants from Mumbai’s West Zone, while Raahil Mullick was placed 3rd</em>. In the team round, DAIS placed 2nd out of 68 competing teams in the West Zone. The team is eager to continue their efforts at the Final Round in January!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vikram Karra excels at the John Locke Institute Public Policy Symposium

<p>IBDP Grade 11 student, Vikram Karra, has bagged the Distinction certificate for his excellent performance at the John Locke Institute Public Policy Symposium at Princeton University.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Innovative Young Engineer

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of Year 11 has been honoured by being featured in two more publications for his innovation ‘Breathe Free - Bamboo Spine’, which won at the ISEF (International Science &amp; Engineering Fair in LA, USA).</p><p><br>NDTV India and Indian Express (Healthcare) have interviewed him about his innovations and accomplishments and published his story in their media.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Surve Honored for Excellence

<p>DAIS student Ishaan Surve has achieved remarkable success in the prestigious John Locke Global Essay Competition 2024. Ishaan was awarded a Certificate of Commendation along with a scholarship of SG$500 for his exceptional essay in the 'Politics' category.</p><p><br>His thought-provoking piece explored the compelling question, “Is there such a thing as too much democracy?" and showcased his analytical depth, intellectual curiosity, and eloquent writing skills.</p><p><br>As a finalist, Ishaan had the honor of attending a series of exclusive programs, culminating in the award ceremony and gala dinner at the distinguished Grosvenor House, London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anshul Bhatt places 3rd in Kevin Stansbury Bracketed Teams, NABC '24

<p>Anshul Bhatt stands 3rd in Kevin Stansbury Bracketed Round Robin Teams event- North American Bridge Championships (NABC)'24</p><p><br>IBDP G 11 student Anshul Bhatt secured 3rd position in the Kevin Stansbury Bracketed Round Robin Teams event, with over 150 teams, at the North American Bridge Championships (NABC) 2024 at Las Vegas. Partnering with Sam Ehrlichman and teaming up with Zain Mahmood and Camilla Schiaffino, they finished just 3 points behind the tied first-place teams. He also qualified for the semi-finals of the Blue Ribbon pairs, an open, national level event.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Trailblazer in Biomedical Innovation

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of DAIS Year 11 won the Grand Award in Biomedical Engineering at the IRIS National Fair 2024-25. His dedication and innovative spirit have truly brought laurels to our school.</p><p><br>After winning this Grand Award, he has been selected as a Finalist to participate in the <em><strong>Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, 2025</strong></em>, to be held in Columbus, Ohio, USA, from May 10-16, 2025.</p><p><br>Good Luck to Jayveer!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Initiative by Myra Jhawar (9C): Cinema on Wheels

<p>IGCSE G 9 Myra Jhawar volunteered for the "Cinema on Wheels" initiative in Rajasthan, founded by Mr. Arvind Tungaria. The project brings a modern cinema experience to rural areas, and educates, entertains, and encourages young children through films that address vital social issues.</p><p><br>During her time with the initiative, she was involved in organizing screenings, managing logistics, and gathering feedback from both students and teachers. The experience was deeply rewarding, as it provided educational and entertaining content to children who rarely have access to such opportunities.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah awarded Global Book of Excellence England Award 2024

<p>Jaisal Shah from Class 9 B has been honored with the Global Book of Excellence England Award 2024 for his humanitarian effort in providing free chess mentoring to the community. He received the award from Asit Kumarr Modiji, the director and producer of Tarak Mehta Ka Oltah Chashma, along with celebrated actor Dilip Joshi, who plays Jethalal. The Global Book of Excellence believes that everyone has the potential to contribute to a brighter future and recognizes those who dedicate their lives to promoting peace, justice, and human well-being through their remarkable achievements.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IGCSE G 9 Nipun Saha, Sanyu Pipalia and Jashith Narang win the Nexus CodeFest 2024-25

<p>IGCSE Grade 9 student, Nipun Saha led the team, along with his classmates Sanyu Pipalia and Jashith Narang, stood <strong>FIRST PLACE</strong> in <strong>Nexus CodeFest 2024-25</strong>. They created a website called EcoEcho Epoch, to solve the UN SDG Goal 13 - Climate Action. This was an all-India coding competition where our students competed against talented students from across the country. As part of their win, they received a ₹3000 Amazon voucher.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP students win the Infinity Math Competition

<p>DAIS IBDP G 11 &amp;12 students win big at the Infinity Math Competition'25 organised by Aditya Birla World Academy, in association with the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani.</p><p><br>Moksh Nihalani won the "Mathematician of the Year" award (Top 3 out of 1500 students) Dhruv Chopra won the Gold award (Winner of Individual Round) Raahil Mullick won the Silver award (Runner up of Individual Round)</p><p><br><strong>Team Awards:</strong></p><p>Out of 500 teams participating, DAIS stood in the Top 5 position. Team DAIS bagged Runner-Up in the “Quizzitch” Round and the “Math Challengers” Round. Our students brought back 4 trophies and 15 certificates overall!</p><p>Infinity is the ultimate Math Championship organised annually by Aditya Birla World Academy, in association with the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. Since its inaugural edition in 2014, Infinity attracts top notch brains not only from India but also from overseas. With every passing year, the popularity of this enigmatic competition has been growing among students.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP 11's Keyaan Shah: Top 20 Finalist at 2025 Commonwealth Youth Awards

<p>IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah among the Top 20 Finalist at Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work 2025.</p><p><br>Keyaan Shah of IBDP Grade 11 has been awarded the coveted position of Top 20 Finalist at the prestigious Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work 2025. These awards recognize exceptional young leaders (aged 15–29) driving innovation and solutions for a future built on fairness, peace, prosperity, and sustainability, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).</p><p><br>From hundreds of applications across 54 Commonwealth nations, only 20 outstanding young leaders have been selected as Finalists (four from each of the five Commonwealth regions - Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Pacific). Keyaan has emerged as one of the top 4 in Asia, an extraordinary feat that highlights his commitment to empowering persons with disabilities, particularly from underserved communities, through his AbiliTec initiative aligned with UN-SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities.</p><p><br>AbiliTec empowers people with disabilities, particularly in underserved communities, through projects like SignKraft (for the hearing-impaired), SightKraft (for the visually impaired), and SpeechKraft &amp; Chirpies (for individuals with autism), all aligned with UN-SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities.</p><p><br>As a Finalist, Keyaan will receive:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>🏆 £1,000 grant to further his development work</li><li>🏆 A trophy and certificate from the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth</li><li>🏆 Recognition at the award ceremony in London on 12th March 2025 during Commonwealth Week</li></ol>

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IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah wins Grand Prize at IRIS National Fair'25

<p>IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah, along with his teammate Vanya Gupta (Fravashi International School), has won the Grand Prize at the IRIS National Fair 2025 for their project, SoundKraft: A Gamified, Sensory-Adaptive Screening System for Geriatric Cognitive Impairment Utilizing Analytic Hierarchy Process for Weighted Scoring for Balanced Evaluation Across Multiple Domains. This is Keyaan’s second consecutive Grand Prize win at the IRIS National Fair. Last year, as an IRIS Grand Prize winner, he represented India at the Eskom ISF in South Africa, where he won a gold medal. However, due to scheduling conflicts with his Grade 10 board exams, he was unable to attend Regeneron ISEF in the USA.</p><p><br>This year, having again won the Grand Prize, Keyaan will represent India at the Regeneron ISEF 2025, the world’s largest international pre-college science competition, which will be held in Columbus, Ohio, USA, from May 10 to 16, 2025.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith Scores at the Indian Math Olympiad 2025

<p>Jashith Narang, a student of Class 9 C, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing a Certificate of Merit in the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) 2024-25, conducted by the Mathematics Teachers’ Association (INDIA).</p><p><br>This prestigious competition, typically undertaken by older students, serves as the first step towards the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).</p><p><br>Jashith's exceptional performance, placing him among the top 10% of participants, reflects his exceptional problem-solving skills, deep mathematical insight, and unwavering dedication. This achievement is a testament to his academic brilliance and sets a strong foundation for future success in the field of mathematics.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Raunak Dhoot's Innovative SIM-T Project Gains National and International Recognition

<p>DAIS IBDP Year 11 Student, Raunak Dhoot has spent four years developing SIM-T, a groundbreaking wearable device designed to predict and detect epileptic seizures in young children. His persistent efforts have earned him two IRIS National shortlist recognitions (Top 100 in 2021 and 2022) and a Best Presentation Certificate for his research paper published in IEEE Xplore.</p><p><br>His paper, "Seizure Detection Mechanism in Children," was presented at the 2023 International Conference on Applied Intelligence and Sustainable Computing (ICAISC). Raunak has also conducted extensive proof-of-concept testing, filed a published patent, and submitted two FERs, demonstrating the innovative nature and potential impact of his SIM-T device. This remarkable achievement showcases Raunak's dedication to developing solutions that address critical health needs.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IBDP Year 12 Student Veer Mehta to Present Research at AGU 2024

<p>Veer Mehta, an IBDP Year 12 student at DAIS, has been selected to present his research paper, "XG-Boosting Model for the Detection of Algal Blooms using Sentinel 2-A Satellite Data," at the esteemed American Geophysical Union (AGU) 2024 Annual Meeting. This prestigious event, the largest gathering of Earth and space scientists globally, will be held in Washington D.C. from December 9th to 13th, 2024.</p><p><br>The AGU Annual Meeting convenes over 25,000 attendees from more than 100 countries, providing a platform for sharing cutting-edge research and fostering connections among scientists, educators, policymakers, and communicators. Veer's selection to present his work at this global forum is a significant honour, highlighting his exceptional research capabilities and dedication to environmental science.</p><p><br>This marks Veer's second appearance on an international stage. Last year, he presented his research on real-time detection of water pollution at the World Ocean Science Congress held at IIT Madras, demonstrating his consistent commitment to addressing critical environmental issues.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anshul Bhatt won the Grand Prize at IRIS National Fair 2025

<p>Anshul Bhatt, of IBDP Year 11 has won the Grand Prize at the IRIS National Fair 2025 for his project PawPath, an affordable, non-invasive system that uses IMU sensors to monitor canine gait, enabling early detection and long-term tracking of conditions like arthritis, lameness, and spinal injuries using 3D motion data.</p><p><br>Anshul will represent India at the Regeneron-ISEF 2025 Science Fair in Columbus, Ohio.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Nipun Saha Scores at the Copernicus Mathematics Olympiad

<p>Nipun Saha of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 C has excelled in the Copernicus Mathematics Olympiad by securing the Silver medal.</p><p><br>His exceptional performance has also earned him Country Rank 1 and Global Rank 8, demonstrating his proficiency in mathematics.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Keyaan and Shruti Win the Conrad Innovator Award

<p>Keyaan Shah of DAIS IBDP Year 11 and Shruti Swamy of DAIS ICSE Year 10 have been awarded the prestigious Conrad Innovator distinction by Space Center Houston’s Conrad Challenge 2024-25. This esteemed recognition celebrates their exceptional achievements in innovation and entrepreneurship for their project, OXIGEN.</p><p><br>OXIGEN is a real-time environmental monitoring system designed specifically for Mumbai’s mangroves. Utilizing advanced IoT sensors, the project effectively tracks critical environmental parameters, providing valuable data for conservation efforts.</p><p><br>Keyaan and Shruti's work demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental sustainability by leveraging cutting-edge technology to address real-world challenges.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith and Ananya Win 3rd Consecutive Bridge Tournament

<p>Jashith Narang of Class 9 C and his bridge partner Ananya Mehta of Class 8 A achieved a remarkable hat-trick victory by securing 1st Position in the 8th E-Bridge Online Junior Tournament on Real Bridge, organized by the Bridge Federation of India.</p><p><br>This marks the third consecutive time that Jashith and Ananya have triumphed across all categories up to Under 26 years, showcasing their exceptional skill and strategic prowess in the game. They were awarded a cash prize of Rs. 2,000 for their outstanding performance.</p><p><br>Their consistent success in these tournaments will be considered for evaluation in the National Rankings of Juniors for the upcoming Junior World Championship 2025, highlighting their potential to represent India on the international stage.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Yash Jain Wins the Grand Award at the IRIS National Fair 2025

<p>Yash Jain of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 B won the Grand Award for his exceptional project in the Biomedical and Health Sciences category, at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) National Fair 2025.</p><p><br>Yash has been selected as a finalist to represent India at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025.</p><p><br>Congratulations to Yash on this incredible achievement and wish him the very best for ISEF 2025.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Rachit Gianchandani Empowers the Nurses at HNRF Hospital

<p>Rachit Gianchandani of DAIS IBDP Year 11 organized a vital self-defence and safety workshop for female healthcare professionals at Mumbai's HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, marking a potential first for student-led initiatives in this area.</p><p><br>Inspired by his healthcare professional mother and sister, and driven by concern for women's safety in the field especially on World women’s Day, Rachit's workshop went beyond traditional self-defense. He focused on situational awareness, crisis response, mental resilience, and effective physical techniques, empowering nurses, doctors, and hospital staff.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah honoured as Asia's Top 4 at Commonwealth Youth Awards

<p>IBDP G 11 Keyaan Shah has been recognised as one of the Top 4 Changemakers in Asia at the Commonwealth Youth Awards. His exceptional vision, passion, and dedication to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10 – Reduced Inequalities – is truly inspiring. By empowering individuals with disabilities from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, he is not only creating lasting change but also leading the charge toward a more inclusive and equitable world.</p><p><br>Receiving this award from distinguished figures and esteemed leaders is a testament to the powerful difference you're already making in the world.</p><p><br>The £1,000 grant is well-earned, which will help you continue your important work and drive to impact even more positive change.</p><p><br>Keyaan's recent experience at the Commonwealth Week Celebrations in London, where esteemed dignitaries, including the Head of the Commonwealth, King Charles III; the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Rt Hon Patricia Scotland; and High Commissioners, came together over the week for a series of celebratory events marking Commonwealth Day.</p><p><br>The Commonwealth Youth Awards celebrations took place at Marlborough House, the International Headquarters of the Commonwealth Secretariat, serving as a remarkable platform to honour 20 outstanding young leaders (upto 29 years) driving the Sustainable Development Goals across the 56 Commonwealth nations, with Keyaan being the youngest among them at 16 years. The selected changemakers, four from each of the five Commonwealth regions – Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, Europe and Canada, and the Pacific – included social entrepreneurs, environmental champions, and human rights activists working towards a more sustainable and equitable future.</p><p><br>Keyaan was honored as one of Top 4 Changemakers in Asia in recognition of his exceptional commitment to UNSDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities, empowering individuals with disabilities from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Along with a trophy and certificate, he was awarded a grant of £1,000 to further his impact in this space. He received the award from the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Rt Hon Patricia Scotland, Dr. Arjoon Suddhoo, Deputy Secretary-General of the Commonwealth; Deborah Jamieson, Chief of Staff and Senior Director at the Commonwealth Secretariat; and Frederik Mitchell, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of The Bahamas.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ahaan Chhaparwal of Class 8 C Earns Honor Roll & 2nd Place in American Mathematics Competition 8

<p>Ahaan Chhaparwal of DAIS IGCSE Class 8 C has demonstrated exceptional mathematical aptitude by earning Honor Roll recognition for scoring in the prestigious top 5% in the AMC 8 examination. In addition to this achievement, Ahaan has also earned the Second Place for outstanding achievement in the American Mathematics Competition 8.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Divina Minocha Wins Conrad Innovator Award 2024-25

<p>Divina Minocha of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B won the prestigious Conrad Innovator Award 2024-2025, for her groundbreaking project, VisionRevive. This remarkable achievement recognises Divina's innovative approach to addressing amblyopia, a common vision impairment in young individuals.</p><p><br>Taking part in the Conrad Challenge this past January, Divina showcased her exceptional talent and dedication to developing impactful solutions. VisionRevive is a VR-based solution designed to treat amblyopia through engaging and interactive vision-training exercises. By leveraging the power of immersive virtual reality, VisionRevive aims to enhance neural connections and effectively improve visual acuity in young patients.</p>

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Scoring High

<p>Ishaan Subramanian of Class 5B secured International Rank #1 in the International Maths Olympiad 2020-21, conducted by the Science Olympiad Foundation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/ishaan-certificate-of-participation.pdf">Click here to download the certificate of participation</a></p>

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Keyaan Shah: Top 5 Finalist in Emerging Innovator Awards-2025

<p>Keyaan Shah of DAIS IBDP Year 11 achieved global recognition, securing a spot as a Top 5 Finalist in the 2025 Emerging Innovator Awards, hosted by Horn Entrepreneurship and the Diamond Challenge, University of Delaware.</p><p><br>Keyaan's social tech initiative, AbiliTec, which develops solutions for individuals with disabilities, impressed judges from a pool of applicants spanning 34 countries and 25 U.S. states. After advancing through the Top 100 and Top 25 rounds, he now competes for the title of Emerging Innovator of the Year and a $5,000 prize.</p><p><br>Keyaan has been invited to the Limitless World Summit in Delaware on May 1-2, 2025, to showcase AbiliTec among leading entrepreneurs and mentors. This recognition highlights his commitment to impactful social change and technological innovation.</p><p><br>Congratulations to Keyaan on this incredible achievement and wish him the very best.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aryana Barai 7B noble cause

<p>The KnitFit.co is an initiative started by two young teenagers Aryana Barai from DAIS, Class 7 B, and Bianca Buhariwala from OIS. After Aryana experienced Covid - 19 in 2020, she realised how difficult the process of recovery was. She decided to do something for Covid patients who need hospitalization and are far away from the comfort of their family and homes. Hence, when she came in contact with Bianca, they both decided to use their passion and hobby for knitting to do good, by creating The KnitFit.Co. At KnitFit.co they sell hand knitted headbands. Their headbands come in many different colours, all made with love! The money that they earn by selling their products is donated to different charities, that mainly help Covid relief. The young teenagers have earned almost Rs. 1 lakh within 2 months. They donated Rs 20,000 to the Hemkunt foundation, Rs 25,00 to the Helping Hands India Foundation and Rs 10,000 to the Kaarwan Foundation already. These two girls are bringing about a change, positively impacting lives.</p><p>Instagram- @theknitit.co<br>Phone no.- +919867947054<br>Email- <a href="mailto:theknitfit.co@">theknitfit.co@</a></p>

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An enriching trekking experience - IGCSE Grade 9 Amartya Vaidyanathan

<p><strong>Amartya Vaidyanathan – An arduous yet enriching Trekking experience</strong><br><br>IGCSE Grade 9 student Amartya Vaidyanathan’s 7 day Sham Valley Trek involved 23 km of cycling, 16 km river rafting and over 4-5 days of 4100 m high altitude climb. The trail started from Nurla, Thar Village, Ang , Themisgam, Hemis, Ulley, Likir and ended in Alchi Village. He was faced by intense physical and mental challenges in the arid dry regions of Ladakh. Very hot mornings and very cold nights did not deter Amartya’s goal. He believes he saw a different India- from living in small guest houses, tents and humble village homestays to experiencing cold waters from glaciers in snow-capped mountains. He has a stronger sense of respect for Indian soldiers at guard in difficult weather conditions. This was an experience of strength, stamina and stretching one’s limits. Amartya strongly believes that the DAIS Round Square and PE camps spearheaded his passion for long treks and a love for outdoor endurance climbs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>AMARTYA’S EXPERIENCE</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p>I am happy to share my trekking experience in Sham Valley in Leh this July 2021. Due to the lockdown, most of the last year I had to spend indoors. But still having worked on my fitness, I am glad I could take on the challenges that a trek in Leh had for me.<br><br>It was very hot during the day time and very cold during the nights, and the days were full of long treks in the mountains from place to place. Uphill was challenging for me as it tested stamina and strength. In addition, the altitude difference that Leh has because it is situated very high, was tough to adapt to. Staying in small guest houses , homestays and tents in small villages, I had a very different experience of India. While cycling, I saw a lot of Army trucks, because Leh is in the border between India and China. I respect all our soldiers for staying in such tough areas.<br><br>The water in river rafting was ice cold, because these waters are melted glaciers coming from the snow-capped mountains. The people of Ladakh are very kind and respectful.<br><br>From this experience I have learnt that I am capable of stretching my limits and taking up the challenge of going to many more such treks!</p></blockquote>

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Arav Kaul Grade 8 IGCSE and his FTC Team Sigma win laurels

<p>IGCSE Grade 8 C student, Arav Kaul along with his FIRST TECH CHALLENGE (FTC) Team Sigma went on to participate in FTC Mexico National Championship after the Indian chapter was called off. The Team won <strong>*Think Award*</strong>, the second highest honour of the competition and stood 4th in their Robot run performance as well.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They also got a chance to participate in IOWA international Open Championship. They continued with their impactful performance and won the much coveted *Motivate Award* being the only Indian Team to Win in the competition! Their robot was able to collect the rings from floor and shoot them at 5 feet high goal posts.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A total of 35 teams participated in FTC Mexico championship and 17 teams from 6 countries participated in IOWA International Open Championship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>*Think &amp; Motivate Awards* are one of the highest awards a Team can get apart from Inspire Award.</p>

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Stuti Daga, IBDP Grade 12, published the Scoliosis Self Diagnostic Pamphlet

<p>Stuti Daga has scoliosis - a spinal condition and she has been fighting it for the past 6 years now. This is a condition that cannot be cured and one has to live with it. Throughout her journey, she found the school to be very supportive and helped her cope with all the challenges, whether it was helping her after my surgery in her IGCSE years, or continuing to put efforts towards her love for sports. She feels she is privileged to have this support system and the right resources to have the best of care. However, many children in India do not share this access, and often let their scoliosis go misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all, resulting in complications in adulthood. Scoliosis is a common condition yet goes unheard of, so often affecting an individual’s quality of life.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To tackle this same issue of misdiagnosis and under-diagnosis for the past 8 months, Stuti has been working on the Scoliosis Self Diagnostic Pamphlet. This is a threefold pamphlet that helps bring awareness about scoliosis and includes a self-tutorial for parents and guardians to perform the diagnostic step simply at the convenience of their homes. In order to make it more accessible at the ground level, she has published the pamphlet in 5 languages - Hindi, English, Marathi. Gujrati and Bengali. Her aim is to ensure that each parent and guardian is aware about this condition. She wants to help children suffereing from this ailment to avoid the pain that she has been through.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She is currently working on distribution across pediatric clinics and hospitals in the country. She is also reaching out to building societies, after which she plans to contact schoos. She has already initiated distribution to three hospitals in Gujrat.</p>

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IBDP G 12 Eklavea Shah publishes book - The Economic Spectrum

<p>The Economic Spectrum authored by DAIS IBDP G 12 student, Eklavea Shah, skillfully integrates economics and technology, bridging conventional economic theories with groundbreaking technological advancements. From macroeconomic analyses to microeconomic examinations, these well-researched essays equip readers with insights into navigating this intricate landscape, armed with knowledge and an innovative perspective.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anaahat Singh Johari Earns Honour Roll & Gold Medal

<p>DAIS IBDP Year 11 student Anaahat Singh Johari demonstrated exceptional mathematical talent by achieving Honour Roll recognition in the Fermat examination. This prestigious recognition places him among the top-performing students in this challenging competition. Furthermore, Anaahat was awarded a Gold medal too.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ration Kit Campaign initiated by Tiana Dalal

<p>Tiana Dalal started a campaign of distributing ration kits for the unprivileged, specially challenged and handicapped people in and around Mumbai. The kits were also distributed to people who have lost their jobs. She associated with NGO Legend Covid Aid in collaboration with Wockhardt Foundation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"It was the day that I decided to make a difference, looking at the present status of the world where families are starving. I decided to start a campaign of ration kits for the unprivileged, specially challenged and handicapped people in and around Mumbai who have lost their jobs or those who have become homeless.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I searched for an NGO that could meet these criteria, through research and guidance I found Legend Covid Aid in collaboration with Wockhardt Foundation. I started the campaign by partnering with them.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>My family and I reached out to many friends and relatives through mobile messages and made innumerable calls that resulted in raising 1,50,000 in total. The blessings of collecting a significant amount of money in a short time made me extremely thankful to the donors.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I wanted to make sure whether the donations were received by the needy. Hence, I requested the NGO to involve me during the distribution of these kits. They agreed to my request.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The following weekend my father and I went to Sardar Nagar Municipal School Complex Shiv- Koliwada, Sion. This municipality school is a part of the Society for the Education of the Challenged Day School.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Parents of about 50 students were gathered who were extremely pleased and happy to receive the ration kits from us. I was in tears at the first glance of people who were struggling to walk, seven-year-old children who were specially challenged and adults who were impoverished. The principal and the teachers at the SEC School were also involved in the process.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When handing out the ration kits to each person there, I felt a blessing coming in and I felt purified and most of all I was grateful for everything I had.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The smiles on their faces made me content. The reason why that day was the happiest day of my life is because I could make a difference in someone else’s life. If I can make a difference, so can you !"</p>

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Grade 9 Aarav Nanavaty art work selected by thecurators.art

<p>DAIS Grade 9 Aarav Nanavaty’s artwork has been selected by thecurators.art to be part of their charity art show and fundraiser for C.R.Y. His artwork is placed alongside artworks by prominent artists such as Anjolie Ela Menon and Jagannath Paul. His work will be displayed in the Tao Art Gallery, Mumbai, and in an online gallery as well.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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PawPath Project by Anshul Bhatt Goes Global

<p>PawPath, a project by Anshul Bhatt, a Year 11 student, was selected to participate in the prestigious International Science and Engineering Fair Regeneron (ISEF).</p><p><br>PawPath is a groundbreaking initiative focusing on disease detection through the analysis of canine gait.</p><p><br>Anshul has been in continuous collaboration with veterinarians and administrators at Vantara, a renowned animal care and rescue facility. Seeing the potential of PawPath, plans are underway to adapt this innovative technology for a wide variety of diseases in other quadruped animals.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sanika Daga Grade 9C bags Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2021

<p><strong>Let's Read her Award Winning Essay.....</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Sanika Daga IGCSE Grade 9 C has won a silver award at the prestigious Queens Commonwealth Essay Competition 2021 in the Senior category.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Out of a list of varied topics given she chose to write her essay on “Keeping connected through COVID-19”</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We wait for the oddest of times to start empathizing with others of our kind, but perhaps that’s because of how we have been wired over many decades. Today, we see innumerable issues. Some of these issues have a magnitude that is too high to control, which gives them the power to divide us, but ironically, most of these issues have been created by us. The human race has been self-sabotaging since the very beginning. While this self-sabotage often leads to division, it is ultimately detrimental for everyone in our race. So, this division unites us and gives us common ground that we can walk on together. The Covid-19 Pandemic is one such major issue that we have recently faced. It has been nearly two years since it first came into view. While this dilemma may not have been a direct result of human actions, it is still something that all of us had to face. Though it would have been harder for some than for others, it was hard for each one. This difficulty gave us something to share, which helped us connect greatly. Since Covid-19 hit, all of us know that we aren’t alone, which in itself is a linking factor. This has been a tough situation and we have cruised through the same in our own little ways, Together.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We are like machines. We work tirelessly. When machines work for too long, they break. The same way, if anybody works continually they will break. Like machines, humans need breaks. We need time to breathe. We need time to process information that comes our way, because a little too often, the weight of what is thrown our way is too heavy for us to take on, all at once. This pandemic, gave several a minute to breathe. We all got so caught up in our daily lives that we forgot to actually stop, and breathe. We forgot to appreciate the people that matter, and the little things of life. This, for many was recess from reality. To relearn the beauties of life and to contact those roots that were deeply buried under a pile of dust. This recess allowed people to find their missing puzzle pieces to make their picture perfect.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We prepare for all the different kinds of storms. We make ourselves familiar with all the dangers that we are aware of, just to be prepared. We definitely, do not deal with unfamiliarity well, but we can never fully prepared or familiar with something that we haven’t undergone, so when push comes to shove, we are trying to prepare for unfamiliarity. But are the preparations really working?<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Covid-19 has been the most colossal unfamiliarity that our human race has faced in a long time. People lost their loved ones to this deadly virus and the unfamiliarity that it withholds. However, these people will know their true strength after the unfamiliarity becomes familiar. Yes. They would have lost parts of themselves that they can never regain, but they would have also gained parts that they never knew they had. This virus has helped millions of people connect and discover themselves in the most peculiar ways.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We are social butterflies. On a daily basis, we used to interact with around over hundred people, and considered at least half of them our friends and family. But how many of those hundred can we actually have a bearable conversation with? Unequivocally, just about ten percent or is that an exaggerated figure too? We actually need to ask ourselves this question. Ideally, that ten percent should be axiomatic, but we get so lost in our own worlds, that we become incognizant to the people that really matter.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>This pandemic has been an eye opener for most of us. We were “close” to so many people earlier. But it is the times of need that make us aware of the people that actually linger. The reality of relationships become obscure when we think there are numerous to maintain. But there was no candid in those relationships. So, when they drifted, a large fog had been lifted, which helped us conspicuously see the ten people. Although few, it is a real connection. These connections have always been rare. The pandemic made this rarity a commonality and it gave us bonds that will last for a life time.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We always speak very highly, but usually, our actions contradict whatever we preach. We have been going on about the effects of climate change, and global warming, plastic and gas pollution, saving the oceans, but very few of us actually stand up and act to support our claims. In fact, most of us act in ways that completely go against the claims we make. Is that fair? No. While the pandemic was abhorrent to us all, it was rather kind to our environment. Research shows that nature and wildlife had not flourished as beautifully as it did when the pandemic hit, in a while. We got to watch nature heal and we got to connect with parts of nature that had never been seen before.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. We say things like “I miss them.”, but then we don’t reach out to the ones that we miss. We ignore the dismal that falls upon us without them because of our elephant sized egos. We let the multiple emotions of nostalgia, melancholy, indignation and discontent break us into pieces and eat us alive, only because reaching out would injure our egos.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>This Virus purged many from this hurtful notion. It made people realize that allowing the ego to get hurt is the only way to get rid of it, and getting rid of the ego is the only way to accept oneself. Truly accepting oneself is the only way that we can triumph over those crude emotions. After those crude emotions are out of the way, reaching out to the ones we miss doesn’t seem as difficult. Several people left their loved ones on bad terms, and this pandemic helped bring them back together. It reunited people and ironically, helped them ameliorate.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. Despite, realizing that we are bit by bit falling apart without them, we say things like “I don’t need them”, only because we think that needing somebody to help put the fragile pieces back together is deplorable. In times of difficulty, humans tend to say “Leave me alone.” But that phrase is no longer quotidian. We need other humans to lift us up when we are falling.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>This Pandemic made us realize that we do need someone, and that’s not a bad thing. Human company is essential. We may think that it wouldn’t help, but we know that it does. We owe a large part of ourselves to the ones that stayed and the ones that came along, because without that connection, we would probably not even be here. And we owe it to the pandemic for helping us come to terms with the fact that needing help is only human.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Humans are simply strange. The rollercoasters that we rode during this Covid-19 situation has been outlandish, but we found our ways to cope. And yes, it was a horrifying experience. And yes, a lot was lost, but everyone is already well aware of that.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>A lot of us tend to perambulate around the wins of this pandemic, but we still say things like “Be positive.” The only thing we noticed about Covid-19 was its idiosyncratic effects. We failed to notice that this pandemic helped. It may have been in the slightest of ways, but it did help. It helped us get back to basics, to our core self, to mother nature, to the ones that are significant, to our souls. It kept us closely knit. And in this lonely world that we live in, it helped us feel not so alone.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite living on a planet with over seven billion people, we needed a deadly virus to connect us together because…<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Humans are simply strange.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

IBDP G 11 ISHAAN SURVE honoured with CONSERVE-PROTECT-NURTURE Award

<p>Ishaan Surve was presented the CONSERVE-PROTECT-NURTURE Award by Vanashakti NGO as a symbol of appreciation for being a true guardian of nature since past 5+ years.</p><p><br>Driving impactful awareness campaigns on various environmental issues like Water Pollution, Say No to Plastic, Wildfire, Use of natural treasures, Importance of Neem Tree for agricultural land, Native Medicinal Plants Vs. Non-Native Flower Plants, Save Forest Save Water and more, Ishaan has led by example, proving that one person truly can make a difference. His hands-on approach, passion for the environment, and commitment to sustainable change have uplifted indigenous communities and sparked real action through his eco-friendly start-up Praakruti.</p><p><br>On this occasion <strong>Stalin Dayanand, Director - Vanashakti NGO &amp; Member of High Court-appointed Mangroves Protection Committee</strong> said “<em>Ishaan’s relentless efforts to protect and heal our Earth has been very positive and his work is good, his mind set is good, his approach is good, his passion is good and I believe in my heart that he is the voice of the youth or future generation when it comes to environment and conservation in India. I wish him all the best and I hope that he continues on his journey and brings glory to the cause and may his tribe increase</em>”</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Gr 10 B Aditya Krishnan wins Gold at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay 2021

<p>Aditya Krishnan, IGCSE Grade X wins Gold Award in the The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2021 . He was encouraged to continue expressing his ideas through writing and harnessing the power that his voice holds within the immediate and global community.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Daughters of India

<p>'Daughters of India' is an initiative conceptualised by Anaya Deshmukh of Class 4 A, to honour and celebrate the 'invisible' yet 'inspirational' Indian women, for their contribution to our society.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>This platform helps to bring forth inspirational stories made by the children, for the children; about women who are role models for our future generations.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>These stories teach us that hard work, perseverance, discipline and courage are important cornerstones of character building and can be life lessons to learn from.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>'Daughters of India' has steadily grown in numbers and is being supported by over 18 children, including Mehek Doshi (10 C), Ikshu Shinde (8 A) and Vivaan Doshi (4 A) of DAIS.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>These young minds have set out to spark the imagination of children just like themselves, to break the stereotypes and forge a new path for the women of India, in the future.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>'Daughters of India' invites more children to support them in this endeavour. Let's not forget, <strong>Real Girls Support Each Other!</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Watch all the episodes here: <a href="https://www.daughtersofindia.in/">www.daughtersofindia.in</a></p>

Student Achievements

Quiz Away - Shashwat Singh (10A) and Sudarshan Manikantan (6A) at the Maharashtra State quiz finals

<p>Shashwat Singh (10A) and Sudarshan Manikantan (6A) have aced it at the Maharashtra State quiz finals of the ASISC Quiz Competition held on 7th October, 2021. This quiz competition has students participating from ICSE schools across the country. Shashwat (Juniors category) and Sudarshan (Sub-Juniors category) had to answer six tough, tricky rounds comprising questions based on General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Ancient History and Science. Shashwat Singh and Sudarshan Manikantan will now represent DAIS at the Nationals to be held on 24th October, 2021.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IGCSE Grade 10 Elisha Parikh featured in The Times of India

<p>The Times Of India applauds IGCSE Grade 10 Elisha Parikh for turning her hobby into a business venture. She was just seven when she found affinity for baking as a hobby. Taking inspiration for her culinary skills from bloggers, cookbooks or YouTube in addition to her own instinctive style, Elisha has now turned an entrepreneur! She has donated all her profits towards COVID -19 relief funds, hospitals and NGO’s.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Divisha Khandelwal Class 4 A wins Silver at HKIMO 2021

<p>Divisha Khandelwal of Class 4 A appeared for the final exam of the Hongkong International Mathematical Olympiad (HKIMO) 2021, securing 85 out of 150 marks and winning a Silver Medal. She is the only Indian to secure a Silver Medal Award in her Exam Category.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP Grade 12 Vrinda Das - A poet in the making!

<p><strong>Vrinda Das, IBDP Grade 12, has published a book of poetry titled “BLOCS” which is on the Cold War.</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Book</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Finding lives in statistics, songs in reports and civilizations in archaeology is the discipline with which this book explores the Cold War. What did it mean for the Vietnamese girl to see her village bombed and her parents die? What did it mean for the man left behind on the Eastern side of the wall in Berlin?<br><br><br>Poetry makes paragraphs from history books and articles pierce through the heart and creates a real story of real people. This book uses the power of the verse to give an account of the personal in the political. It narrates the stories of the Cold War in a way that gives a human face to the huge ideological battle which divided the world into Blocs, but perhaps, brought its people closer in the legacy of a shared history.<br><br><strong>About Vrinda, the author</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Writing in her free time and dreaming of a better world in the rest, eighteen-year-old Vrinda is a passionate cinephile, thespian, advocate and historian. She hopes to use her writing as a medium to put forth meaningful stories. With her eyes set on the future and her feet steadfast in the past, she wants to use the arts as a means to decipher history, giving it a human face. Based in Bombay, Vrinda nurtures the desire to travel the world, watch iconic films, read extensively, act in plays and write about.<br><br><br>The ebook and the physical book is available in stores. Link to the book below :</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.in/dp/B09J5C7F59">www.amazon.in/dp/B09J5C7F59</a></p>

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IBDP Grade 12 Jahnvi Shah wins Gold Crest Award

<p>Jahnvi Shah of IBDP grade 12 was awarded the prestigious Gold Crest Award by the British Science Association for her Water Contamination and Purification Project. She worked hard for 5 months documenting each and every step. She presented her project to CREST awards initiated by the British Science Association. The assessors were very impressed with all the hard work done by her for her STEM project.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS ICSE G 10 Aryan Sharma Wins 'Best Innovative Idea Award' at STEM Summit '25

<p>Aryan Sharma of DAIS ICSE class 10 A represented DAIS at the national STEM Best Practice Innovation Exhibition and Summit, held at the Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai. Schools from across India participated in the event. He was selected as a STEM-X India Student Speaker and was awarded the Best Innovative Idea Award for his healthcare innovation, MediSense.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS -3 Team Secures 3rd Place at OIS Inter Varsity Debate League

<p>Jaisal Shah and Aahana Bothra, both from IGCSE Grade 9 B, and Saketaram Manikantan of Grade 7 MYP representing DAIS achieved an impressive 3rd place in the highly competitive Open Category at the OIS Inter Varsity Debate League, held at the OIS JVLR campus in Mumbai. Notably, 'DAIS -3' was the youngest team to participate in the Open Category, demonstrating their exceptional talent and maturity by winning 6 out of 7 rounds.</p><p><br>Adding to their accolades, individual team members also received prestigious Best Speaker Awards: Saketaram Manikantan secured the 1st place Best Speaker Award, Aahana Bothra earned the 2nd place, and Jaisal Shah was recognized with the 4th place Overall Speaker Award.</p><p><br>Furthermore, Sudarshan Manikantan of Grade 9 ICSE contributed to the event as one of the esteemed judges at the Debate League, showcasing the strong debating culture within our school.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Outstanding Achievement Award - Engineering Category

<p><strong>Aditya Mehta IBDP G11, Maanav Kothari IBDP G 11, and Veer Mehta IGCSE G 9 have won the "Outstanding Achievement Award - Engineering Category"</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Aditya Mehta IBDP G11, Maanav Kothari IBDP G 11, and Veer Mehta IGCSE G 9 have won the <strong>"Outstanding Achievement Award - Engineering Category"</strong> at the British International Education Association (B.I.E.A.).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Drawn together by their passion for S.T.E.M. and concern for the plastic waste crisis in Mumbai, their team, <strong>"PEEL PACK"</strong> came up with an innovative packaging material using food waste and created an automated machine design that can turn kitchen food waste into sustainable food containers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over 1000 teams from 45+ countries participated and 43 finalists were shortlisted for the final round which involved a live presentation and interview with the judges. The team worked extensively for 4 months to research, design, experiment, and build their prototype.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The BIEA STEM Awards is an accreditation program of the British International Education Association, which aims to bring together educators and young people from around the world and provides an exciting focus to challenge their ideas, innovations, and learning.</p><p><br>The challenge of 2021 was "Rethink food packaging for school and workplace lunches!": innovative ideas and modern technology to devise new, sustainable ways of packaging food to reduce the amount of plastic waste produced.</p>

Student Achievements

Shashwat Singh wins Silver at ASISC National Quiz Finals 2021

<p><strong>Shashwat strikes SILVER!</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shashwat Singh’s stellar performance at the ASISC National Quiz Finals held on 24th October, 2021 has bagged him the silver medal. This astute student from 10A represented DAIS and Maharashtra in the Junior category. The All-India level competition was a tough one with several grueling rounds of questions based on General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Ancient History and Science. However, it was the live filming of the event that brought in the added pressure. Shashwat attributes his success to the academic rigour, his strong analytical skills, ability to think on his feet and passion for reading.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Students Jayveer and Anshul Accepted into MIT's Prestigious RSI Program

<p>Jayveer Kochhar and Anshul Bhatt, of DAIS IBDP Year 11, have been accepted into the highly competitive Research Science Institute (RSI) program at MIT.</p><p><br>RSI is a six-week summer program that selects approximately 100 of the world’s most promising STEM students for intensive research and study at MIT. Jayveer's acceptance recognises his exceptional abilities in computer science, mathematics, and robotics, including his impressive work on mathematical modelling and his ISEF project focused on wireless motion tracking for healthcare. Anshul's acceptance highlights his extraordinary talent in mathematics and cognitive/neuroscience, underscored by his accomplishments in bridge, where he was the youngest participant at the Under-16 World Youth Bridge Championships and the youngest player to win all three gold medals at the Under-16 World Transnational Youth Championships.</p><p><br>More recently, he won 3rd place at the top-bracket Swiss teams’ event at the North American Bridge Championships (NABC) in December 2024 in the Open category and won the Pennsylvania State Bridge Championships (King of Prussia Regional) in July 2024.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Praruj Sampat IBDP Class 12 publishes children’s illustrated book on BIO-ETHICS

<p>Praruj Sampat IBDP Class 12 has published a children's illustrated book on life of Henrietta Lacks "Hela - Henrietta's Gift to the World". It is a short book which talks on the issue of informed consent. All illustrations and drawings have been done by Praruj who has deep love for the subjects of Art &amp; Bio-Chemistry.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The eBook is available on Kindle Platform in 13 countries and Paperback version is available on Flipkart and Amazon as well.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Siddharth Golia IBDP G 11 wins gold for Kyorugi and Poomsae Taekwondo Competition

<p>Siddhaarth Golia IBDP G11 participated in Mumbai District Junior Kyorugi and Poomsae Taekwondo Championship 2021 held at BPCA College, Wadala on 30th October 2021. He participated in the junior boys category , stood 1st and won the Gold medal in the Individual Poomsae competition and team competition.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Ayaan Shankta, IGCSE G 8B - International Young Eco-Hero Award Winner

<p>Ayaan Shankta of IGCSE G 8B is one of 25 young environmental activists from across the globe honored by Action For Nature (AFN) as a 2021 International Young EcoHero, an award that recognizes eco-conscious youth ages 8 to 16 who are taking crucial steps to solve tough environmental problems. Ayaan won 3rd Place in the 8-14 year-old category for his project, Conservation and Rehabilitation of Powai Lake.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&lt;iframe width="100%" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TJh8KbZU33E">https://www.youtube.com/embed/TJh8KbZU33E</a>" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;</p>

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Anya Kunder bags Compassionate Kid Award from PETA

<p>Anya Kunder is the recipient of the Compassionate Kid Award from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in recognition for her work to help homeless animals during the Covid-19 pandemic. She helped feed homeless animals on the university of Mumbai Kalina campus by persuading people to provide food, water and veterinary care, and over and above all these, she encouraged affection. She also sold sketches of pet dogs to their owners and raised a large amount of money for donation to animal welfare charities.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Kudos Arhav Thakkar!

<p>Arhav Thakkar of 9A secured the third position in the World Robotics Olympiad (WRO) at the National level. He had participated in the Junior High Category at WRO. Arhav represented DAIS in the competition which was held online on 18th October 2021.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arnav Shah success story @ FCG 2021

<p>Arnav Shah of Grade 10A clinched the First position at the FIRST Global Challenge (FGC) 2021. He represented India at this worldwide Robotics Competition where over 170 countries participate every year. As a member of Team India, Arnav worked on tech and robotics skill challenges over a period of four months - one noteworthy challenge being the creation and launch of a nanosatellite. Arnav collaborated with the other members of Team India to ideate and build alliance with a team of another country to find wholesome solutions to prominent issues. Teams India and Chile thus formed a winning collaboration by designing a Supply Chain Management System for the pharmaceutical industry. By winning four prestigious awards in the economy category, i.e 1st place of the FIRST Global Challenge Award, 1st place of the FIRST Global Grand Challenge Award, FIRST Global Challenge Prize (Leaderboard Ranking 12th) and Outstanding Mentor Award, Arnav and Team India set a new record at the FCG 2021 for winning the maximum number of awards! <em>Arnav is Team India and Arnav is coming strong!</em><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Rounaiv Rana, Grade 5B stood 2nd in International Chess Tournament

<p>Rounaiv Rana of Grade 5B participated in four tournaments during October and November 2021. We are delighted to announce that he won second place at First Saturday FM Budapest and gained around 280 ELOs in the two tournaments held in Hungary. He also won a bronze medal and a 100 Euro cash prize at the Lugano Chess Open in Switzerland. As per the FIDE list of November 2021, he is among the top 3 in India (2010) and the top 5 in the U11.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Aarav Mulay of Grade 5 victorious at Om Dalvi Memorial Tournament

<p>Aarav Mulay of Grade 5 upon his victory in the Om Dalvi Memorial Tournament (OMDT) "Boys Under 10" category. The tournament, conducted by the Pune Municipal District Tournament Association (PMDTA) ran from 20th-22nd November 2021. This accomplishment is a testament to his passion, dedication, and skill.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Keyaan Shah G11 Wins Special Award at ISEF 2025

<p>Keyaan Shah IBDP Grade 11 has been awarded a Special Award at the Regeneron ISEF 2025 for his project SoundKraft, developed with Vanya Gupta.</p><p><br>Their project received recognition from Sigma Xi – The Scientific Research Honor Society, along with a cash prize of USD 800 for outstanding team science and interdisciplinary innovation.</p><p><br>SoundKraft was the only project from Team India to be honoured at the Special Awards Ceremony.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Advay Dhoot astonishes International Chess Circuits

<p>Grade 3 Advay Dhoot has entered the top 4 category in India as declared by the World Chess Federation (FIDE). His performance in the European circuit chess tournaments in Germany and France stunned the international audience as he went on a winning spree, defeating seasoned players who were rated over 1400+<br>&nbsp;</p><p>He is one of the youngest rated chess players across the world and is currently atop the rankings in Maharashtra with an Outstanding Elo rating 1337.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The chess prodigy started playing at the young age of 4 and since then, has participated in and won matches at countless Indian and international tournaments. The third standard student of the Dhirubhai Ambani School is one of the youngest rated chess players across the world and is currently atop the rankings in Maharashtra with an Outstanding Elo rating 1337.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The German tournament, which was held in Heidleberg, saw participation from 174 chess players representing 7 countries. Advay managed wins against players rated over 1400+ and the biggest win for him there proved to be in his surprise win against Bauer Laura Sophie, ranked 1385, who is Germany’s second-ranked junior player. He continued with the stunning performance at the French tournament, held at La Bresse, and scored 4.5 points out of 9 rounds in the 41st edition of the tournament. Another show of excellence at an international tournament was when Advay represented DAIS at Lichess Lugano in September 2021 and finished in the top quartile in an open category with no age limit.</p><p><br>He made good use of the pandemic, using all his free time to practice and learn advanced concepts. He also started participating in online tournaments at the state, national and global level and managed to hone his skills through participation in 50+ online tournaments in 18 months.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Keshav Mohta and his Team- Greenbots bring lofty laurels!

<p>Keshav Mohta and his team, Greenbots, stood 1st position in the WRO 2021 National Competition - Junior High Category,held in October’21. As the National Champions, their team qualified to participate in the Global Championship to represent India.<br><br>Keahav and his Team stood 4th in the WRO 2021 World Championship out of 47 participating countries. The competition was hosted by Germany but given the covid-19 pandemic, was held online from Nov 18-21, 2021.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Maanav Kothari & Aditya Mehta of Grade 11 win award at IRIS National Fair’22

<p>Maanav Kothari and Aditya Mehta of Grade 11 are the recipients of a Grand Award for their project –MOUTHSCOPE, in the category of BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING (ENBM) at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) National Fair 2022 in January’22. They will now participate in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, 2022 to be held at Atlanta, Georgia, USA from May’22.</p><p><br>As part of their research project, they have designed an innovative product -MOUTHSCOPE. It is an autonomous detection device for oral precancerous lesions using fluorescent imaging and Artificial Intelligence. It scans the entire oral cavity for potentially cancerous lesions without professional intervention. The product envisions making oral cancer screening more widely accessible in rural India.</p><p><br>They have been working on this project since May 2021 and in Dec 2021 their project was selected as top 100 from teams across India. The final round included a research report, Product demonstration, and interview by 4 panellists. The 20 Grand Award Winners were chosen from 100+ finalists.</p><p><br>They will continue to evolve their product and prepare now to compete with 1200+ international teams in Atlanta USA.</p><ul><li>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Vedant Bhasin, Grade 8 A ranks No 3 in AITA ranking!

<p>Tennis Titan, Vedant Bhasin, Grade 8A opened the year 2022 on a spectacular note. He is now No.3 in the AITA ranking in the under-14 category. This terrific feat is an outcome of his dedication, drive and desire to win. Vedant has been awarded several scholarships for his performance at the all India level. We are proud of his success and wish him the best.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Ahana Shah won at Speed Arithmetic Competition

<p><strong>Ahana Shah won 2nd place at Speed Arithmetic Competition</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bravo!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Ahana Shah of Class 7B won the 2nd place in the First level in 13th Maharashtra State Level Speed Arithmetic Competition held at Mumbai.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Pranit Sanwalkas band wins first place

<p>Pranit Sanwalka Grade 8B, was awarded first prize in the ‘Band category’ in Band-it Festival 2021 competition organised by Furtados . His band is called ‘The Ones’ and he is the lead guitarist and plays the electric guitar for the band. Band-it is India’s largest national level school band competition hosted by Furtados School of Music. It was conducted virtually this year. Over 300 young musicians registered all over India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In fact, his band also won Band-it 2020 and so this is his second consecutive win as part of the band.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His band’s Instagram account</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CU1qsHpodMn/?utm_medium=copy_link">www.instagram.com/tv/CU1qsHpodMn/?utm_medium=copy_link</a></p>

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Keyaan, Anshul & Abhimanyu Shine at Regeneron ISEF 2025

<p>A proud moment for India and DAIS!</p><p><br>3 IBDP Grade 11 students won top honours at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025, held in Columbus, Ohio.</p><p><br>Keyaan Shah – Third Grand Award in Behavioral &amp; Social Sciences for SoundKraft, a gamified cognitive screening tool. He also received the Sigma Xi Special Award for outstanding multidisciplinary innovation.</p><p><br>Anshul Bhatt – Second Grand Award in Animal Sciences for PawPath, a gait detection system for canine disease screening.</p><p><br>Abhimanyu Singh – Fourth Grand Award in Earth &amp; Environmental Sciences for LocustTrack, predicting climate change impact on desert locusts.</p><p><br>Out of 20 Indian projects, six won Grand Awards, and three were from DAIS. The only Special Award for Team India was also awarded to a DAIS student.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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SANIKA DAGA: 1ST RUNNER-UP IN THE CLEAN WATER CHALLENGE 2025

<p>Sanika Daga of Year 12 has secured the position of <strong>1st Runner-Up in the Poem Category</strong> in the prestigious ‘Clean Water Challenge 2025’.</p><p><br>This significant city-wide competition, an initiative by the Bharat Clean Rivers Foundation in collaboration with the Ocean Cleanup, addressed the crucial issue of water pollution and received an impressive 3100 entries across various categories.</p><p><br>Sanika's powerful poem, <strong>“To Water, With Love,”</strong> resonated deeply with the esteemed jury, which included:</p><ul><li>Nabil Taouati: Consul General of the Netherlands</li><li>Amish Tripathi: Author</li><li>Dorine Poelhekke: Ocean Cleanup</li><li>Krsna Metha: Designer</li><li>Aarti Mimani: MUSO</li></ul>

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Moksh Nihalani, Grade 9B- National Winner of Google Code to Learn

<p>Moksh Nihalani of Grade 9B won the National Level Award for Google Code to Learn. "Prism is an app designed on the platform "MIT App Inventor", and it is designed with the objective of enabling auditory impaired persons to communicate effectively with the rest of the world. It has buttons that show the ASL translation for letters, numbers and a few common phrases. It even has a machine learning program to detect the meaning of a hand sign captured using the device's camera. As of now, its database is quite limited, however new phrases can easily be added."</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Minecraft World

<p>Two teams from our Primary school participated in the Minecraft Monthly Build Challenge, organized by Minecraft Education. The theme for the challenge was “Sustainable and Attainable Living”. This competition is an exercise in creativity, artistic expression, communication and technology.</p><p><br>The teams identified were students of Grade 3 and Grade 4, comprising of Aarin Punjani and Dharini Zaveri representing Grade 3 and Saketaram Manikantan representing Grade 4. The challenge was presented to them and the students came up with their own initiatives to explore the challenge and build a sustainable world model in Minecraft.</p><p><br>Team Aarin and Dharini submitted their build called 'Sustainability - the Only Elixir of Life' which was awarded the South-Central-West Region 2, Advance level Winner of the Minecraft Build Challenge February'22.</p><p><br>Team Saketaram called his model the 'Circle of Life by The Green Goblin' and was awarded the South-Central-West Region 1, Beginner level Winner of the Minecraft Build Challenge February'22.</p><p><br>The students showed great initiative, problem-solving and coding skills, and thinking outside the box when using the clever placement of blocks to build the model. They are an inspiration to all the other students who wish to participate in this monthly challenge.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ayaan Shah 9A Shines at the FTC World Championship

<p>Ayaan Shah's robotics team, ΣSigma (#20890), <strong>represented India and was ranked 10th in their division</strong> at the World Championship of FIRST Tech Challenge held in Houston. <strong>ΣSigma</strong> won 7 out of the 8 matches played! They stood out amongst the 180+ teams from different countries that participated in FTC. According to the score and judges feedback, this is the 'best performance ever' that any team from India has shown at FTC finals.</p><p><br>Ayaan has made the school and the country proud!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sudarshan Manikantan and Kavya Mangal win laurels at the Homi Bhabha Science Competition 2022

<p>Sudarshan won a silver and Kavya a bronze medal in the Homi Bhabha Science Competition. Homi Bhabha Science Competition started in the year 1981 to encourage scientific thinking in students. About 50K students take part in the competition every year from various districts of Maharashtra.</p><p><br>Sudarshan’s action research project on "Tree selection strategy for urban green cover - Right trees for the Right Place" was appreciated by the panel of judges and his performance on the one on one interview was also well received. Kavya’s project also dealt with afforestation and received appreciation.</p><p><br>It was a long journey for both the students clearing 4 rounds of theory exam, practicals, general interview and action research project. Sudarshan and Kavya consider this experience as a precious part of their learning.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

DAIS students shine at the ‘Beamline for Schools (BL4S)’ International Physics Competition at CERN

<p>The ‘Quantum-Platers’ team - Divya Karnani, Hrishita Shah, Rhea Kothari, Arhaan Desai, and Abhiviraj Goel bag a Special Award at the ‘Beamline for Schools (BL4S)’ International Physics Competition organized by CERN, Switzerland. The DAIS TEAM was one amongst only 6 teams worldwide receiving this special award for their Science Outreach Proposal. A total of 304 teams (2000 high-school students) participated from around the world!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Paarth Ambani secures 5th in the world for Junior World Squash Championships

<p>Parth Ambani IBDP Year 12 helped team India secure the 5th place in the world at the recently concluded World Junior Team Squash Championship held in Nancy , France.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the group stage India topped the pool winning all the matches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Parth defeated:</p><ul><li>Oliver Hunter of Scotland - 3 - 0</li><li>Jack O Flynn of Ireland - 3 - 1</li><li>Luke James Jacobi of South Africa - 3 - 0<br><br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>He didn’t play in the Quaterfinals as India lost the first two matches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the 5 to 8 play OFF’s</p><p><br>Parth defeated:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Zane Patel of USA - 3 - 1</li><li>Samuel Gerrits of Nederland - 3 - 0</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Paarth made DAIS proud by leading India to the 5th place at the Junior World Squash Championships.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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Class 9A Aryahi Agarwal’s Bella Fragrances exhibited by the IMC

<p>The prestigious Ladies Wing of IMC decided to exhibit the products of 5 teenage entrepreneurs. Aryahi Agarwal’s from Class 9 A was chosen as one of them. She founded an organic Perfumes business venture called ' Bella Fragrances'. Her perfume as well as her enthusiasm impressed the IMC audience.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarnav Gogri qualifies for MOOC mathematics camp for IMO 2021

<p>Aarnav Gogri (grade 10) was among the qualified students invited to attend the intensive 15-day Mathematical Olympiad Orientation E-Camp conducted by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education(HBCSE). This was a wonderful opportunity and a great honour to train for the International Math Olympiad (IMO) from the seniormost teachers and Mathematicians in the country. The camp was the 4th tier in qualifying and preparing to reach the Indian team for IMO.</p>

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Viha & Prakhar win Bridge Tournament

<p>Viha Gahrotra of Class 7 A and her partner Prakhar Bansal of 9 C secured 1st Position in the 9th E-Bridge Online Junior Tournament on Real Bridge, organised by the Bridge Federation of India.</p><p><br>They competed in the U-16 category against teams comprising U-21 and U-26 participants from across India. This outstanding performance showcases their exceptional talent and dedication to the game.</p><p><br>Congratulations, Viha and Prakhar.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Reaches Semifinals at NET 2025

<p>Grade 11 students Aanya Shah, Agastya Goradia, Pranit Sanwalka, and Agasthya Bhatia represented DAIS at the prestigious Northwestern Economics Tournament (NET). NET is a global competition that emphasises the application of economics to real-world issues, challenging students to think critically, analytically, and creatively.</p><p><br>The team advanced to the semifinals of the Econ Bowl Round, demonstrating exceptional analytical thinking and teamwork. They also performed excellently in the Power Round, scoring over 70 points out of 80, showing a deep understanding of economic concepts and real-world applications.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IGCSE G10 Gayatri in New York Times Global Top 10

<p>Gayatri Srivastava of Grade 10 B has been named among the Top 10 Winners of the New York Times Essay Contest 2025, standing out from over 3,000 entries worldwide.</p><p><br>Her powerful essay, “Finding Silence in a Noisy World,” reflects on the importance of stillness in an age of constant noise. With grace and insight, Gayatri’s words resonated on an international platform, capturing hearts and critical acclaim.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IMO Ranker Neil

<p>Neil Mody studying in Class 3A secured International rank 2 in SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) 2022-2023.</p>

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Raeya at the Mumbai Speech & Debate League

<p>Raeya Guha Thakurta (Class IV B) and her team won the 1st Place at the Mumbai Speech &amp; Debate League 2023, organised by the Indian Debating League &amp; IIT Bombay DebSoc.</p>

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Our Young and Upcoming Debater

<p>Gunranak Singh Khurana of Class 4 B was awarded the first runners-up trophy at the Suncity X Debaters of India Junior Debate Championship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The selection process took place among 136 participants, and they were narrowed down to 14 finalists. The finals were held at the Suncity School, Gurgaon.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Gunranak was assigned side opposition for the motion: ‘This house supports the government-sponsored Hindi Diwas’.</p>

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Arav Kaul Leads State-Level Project Zūl

<p>Arav Kaul of DAIS IBDP Grade 11 is leading Project Zūl, an innovative initiative aimed at transforming STEM education in rural schools. The project provides free Arduino kits, an engaging curriculum, and training for teachers, making technology learning accessible and exciting for all students.</p><p><br><strong>**Highlights:**</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Active in over 15 schools across Jammu and Kashmir</li><li>More than 50 teachers trained</li><li>Over 1,000 students empowered</li></ul><p>Arav’s work has been personally acknowledged by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha, and has been featured in multiple publications for its grassroots impact. This initiative is an inspiring example of youth-led innovation creating real change in the community.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Recognition for Ilisha Avasthi

<p>IBDP Grade 11 student, Ilisha Avasthi’s short-story submission to the international VSA Elaine Hobson Memorial Literary Festival was selected and showcased at the 2025 Global Empathy Conference hosted by The University of California, Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley Campus. Ilisha got an opportunity to narrate her story to an online worldwide audience. Out of all the submissions that were showcased in the Conference, Ilisha’s story won the third prize, with special mention of the creative thought process and emotional quotient in her writing.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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The Quantum Neutronauts

<p>The Quantum Neutronauts, comprising eleven Grade 11 students, participated in the Beamline for Schools organised by CERN, Switzerland. The challenge was to design an experiment that can be conducted at a particle accelerator. The team designed an innovative experiment investigating neutron yield of different heavy metal targets through the process of spallation. Additionally, they won an award for their outreach proposal, which was about setting up a STEM fair in Dharavi. They have won a telescope for their achievement which will be donated to Aseema Foundation!</p><p><br>Student Name</p><p>1. Aadi Kothari, 2. Aarav Jalan, 3. Raahil Mullick,<br>4. Rishi Mody, 5. Dhruv Chopra, 6. Keshav Mohta,<br>7. Annan Vora, 8. Kiara Maniar, 9. Aarav Shah,<br>10. Param Davda, 11. Ritisha Bansal</p>

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PhysicsBowl 2025 Winners!

<p>Students of IBDP Grade 11 participated in the PhysicsBowl 2025, a Physics competition conducted by the American Association of Physics Teachers. Our students performed remarkably well, securing the following rewards,</p><p><br><strong>Asian Gold</strong></p><ul><li>Aarav Kodathala Reddy</li><li>Avinash Raj Balakrishnan</li><li>Jayveer Sachin Kochhar</li></ul><p><strong>Asian Silver</strong></p><ul><li>Devdutt Patel</li></ul><p><strong>Asian Bronze</strong></p><ul><li>Pranit Singh Sanwalka</li></ul><p><strong>Asian Honorable</strong></p><ul><li>Tarini Mazumder</li><li>Arjun Kulshreshtha</li></ul>

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International Children’s Hindi Recitation Competition

<p>DAIS students Taarush Choudhary of Class 5 B, Twisha Choudhary of Class 5 A and Ria Sanghavi of Class 6 B participated in the अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाल कवि सम्मेलन organized by ‘Bestie Education &amp; Charitable Trust’.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The team of judges and audience appreciated their recital. Taarush won the First prize for his performance, and Twisha and Ria won the Third prize in different categories. Ria presented a self-composed poem called ‘Ganga’.</p>

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Ahaan Scores high at ISTSE

<p>At the International School Talent Search Examination (ISTSE), Ahaan Deshmukh of Class 4 A scored over 90% in the IPM and IMO examinations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>ISTSE is a scientifically designed, skill-based assessment test to assess the overall intellectual potential of students from classes 1 to 10.</p>

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Double Gold at the National Level

<p>Jashith Narang of DAIS Class 9 C made his mark at the 2025 Tolani National Bridge Championships organised by the Maharashtra Bridge Association and the Bridge Federation of India with two stellar first-place finishes.</p><p><br><strong>1st in Pairs</strong> (U-16) with Ananya Mehta of NMAJS Class 8 A</p><p><br><strong>1st in Teams</strong> (U-16) with teammates Prakhar Bansal of DAIS Class 9 C , Ananya Mehta of NMAJS Class 8 A and Viha Gahrotra of NMAJS Class 7 A.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith Narang of DAIS G9 Earns Top Honours at the SMT 2025

<p>Jashith Narang of Grade 9 C has been awarded the Distinguished Honourable Mention Certificate in the Calculus domain of the Stanford Math Tournament (SMT) 2025, placing him among the top 10% globally.</p><p><br>Organised by Stanford University, the SMT is one of the world’s most prestigious and challenging math competitions for high school students. It attracts some of the brightest mathematical minds from around the globe and tests participants on rigorous concepts, analytical thinking, and advanced problem-solving skills.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS School of the year at JPIS IB League 2023

<p>The Dhirubhai Ambani International School delegation participated in the IB League organised by the Jayshree Periwal School in Rajasthan from 24th August to 25th August. 14 students from grades 9th to 11th participated in 5 categories- STEM, Art, Debate and Entrepreneurship competition.</p><p><br><strong>The STEM Team:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The students in the STEM challenge brainstormed an asteroid deflection system within 4 hours with which they advanced to the final jeopardy round. The team tackled many IB level physics, chemistry, computer science, environmental science and mathematics questions and they secured the 4th position in the quiz. The STEM team also won <strong>'The Most Innovative Award'</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Debaters:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The debate team argued on the complex motions of Euthanasia and Artificial Intelligence Content Generation. They advanced to the semi-final stage and debated against the motion on conscriptions. From the debate team Vikram Kara won the <strong>Special Mention</strong> and Aditya Ankhad won the <strong>Best Speaker</strong> award along with a scholarship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Entrepreneurs:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the entrepreneurship competition the team developed a business concept using a device called <strong>Raksha</strong> to provide support to women facing violence. The device included multiple features like multi-contact notification system, electric shock deterrent, GPS tracking and real time audio recording for evidence in court, if needed. They were commended by the shark herself Miss Namita Thapar and they won the <strong>First Prize at the Entrepreneurship Award</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Our Artist:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tisha Dutt represented the Art section and was given to choose from diverse themes- Women empowerment, Artificial Intelligence, Child labor, Conflict. DAIS won the <strong>1st prize in the Art competition </strong>as well with a majestic storyboard on Macbeth and a poignant artwork on women abuse.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The many achievements of the Dhirubhai Ambani International School Delegation in every event was recognised by the organisers and our school won the prestigious <strong>School of the Year Award</strong> at the IB League. The students enjoyed participating and they challenged themselves to get beyond the ordinary. Throughout the process they made new friends and learnt new skills.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Student Reflections:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Ishaan Surve:</strong> The IB League competition was a truly enjoyable experience. I learnt alot about different emerging technologies from Hall Effect Thrusters to Ion Beam prisms. I also learnt how to implement my pre-existing knowledge of science to develop our own solution while collaborating in a team. I especially enjoyed interacting with my peers from different schools and knowing about their curriculums. I am looking forward to participating in more such events and continuing to broaden my horizons.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Manish Ganeshan:</strong> I personally could not have asked for a better experience. There was a lot I learned in this competition from other teams, from friends from other competitions and most importantly my beloved debate teammates. The whole experience was one of a kind. Enjoyed every single moment!!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Parthiv Sreeraman:</strong> One of the primary insights derived from this event pertained to the significant effect of collaboration and teamwork. The occurrence of a significant issue within our market figures prompted a concentrated effort of three hours characterised by high-quality and rigorous work. Ultimately, emerging as winners in the competition taught valuable lessons.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Harshit Agarwal:</strong> Wonderful experience. I Learned a lot from my teammates and other teams. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire event, but the Jeopardy quiz topped the charts of thrill and excitement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Jai Bhambhani:</strong> I not only learnt how to run a business but also a lot about how to manage my time efficiently while working with a team to achieve our goals. I really enjoyed seeing the innovations the various schools had come up with and the healthy competition it gave to us enabling us to acquire new skill sets in order to achieve victory.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Shreya Upadhyay:</strong> This entire event was an extremely enriching experience. Not only did I learn a lot more about STEM, I also learnt a lot about teamwork and strategy. It was extremely well organised and I really enjoyed every moment of it. The highlight of the event was meeting so many new and interesting people and I’m very grateful for this opportunity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Ritisha Bansal:</strong> As a new student, it was an amazing first trip for me as I had fun not only with people from my own as well as other schools. I especially enjoyed finding solutions for asteroid deflection with my teammates and even the live watching of Chandrayan landing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Keshav Mohta:</strong> It was a really fun experience where I got to meet so many new people from different schools, not only did I learn new things in STEM (like asteroid deflection methods), but also learnt about different people, their backgrounds and about the various IB schools in India. I enjoyed interacting with new people, adrenaline rush in the Jeopardy quiz</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Vikram Kara:</strong> My experience in the debate competition was unparalleled as the level of arguments from opposition teams was very high. Despite winning all 3 rounds, we faltered in the semi finals and couldn't go all the way. Nevertheless, this competition has been a great learning experience for me as I have gotten to interact with like minded people as well as make new acquaintances.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Varun Bakshi:</strong> The IB League Entrepreneurship Championship held in Jaipur provided me with a practical insight into the realms of business and finance, going beyond textbook learning. I learned new leadership skills while working in a team and even dealing with challenging situations and keeping the team together. Our team went beyond the typical notion of sustainability, which most people were doing, and focused on the burning social issue -women's safety- which not only differentiated us but secured us the 1st place! I would like to thank JPIS for hosting us. I really enjoyed interacting with students from other schools who are working towards the same field as me. We exchanged valuable insights, provided advice, and gained fresh knowledge from one another's experiences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Aditya Ankhad:</strong> It was an interesting and novel experience for me to travel for a pan India debate competition. I learnt a lot, not just through the feedback of the adjudicators, but also that of my peers. It was a truly enriching experience given that it was my first debate. I learnt how to debate in a more structured and cohesive manner, while keeping in mind what the adjudicators were looking for, and how it was different from other forms of discourse. I enjoyed meeting and interacting with so many new people across cultures was a great experience and I thoroughly enjoyed doing so.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Tishaa Dutt:</strong> Going to JPIS for the IB League was an extraordinary experience. Having met so many new people and getting to experience their breathtaking campus was an opportunity of a lifetime. I tend to be an ambivert. I don't get along well with everyone so I was initially anxious about the trip but after getting to JPIS and witnessing their warm welcoming demeanour I felt more adjusted. During the art competition I got to meet several equally talented artists from different states of india; interacting with them and hearing about what they do and don’t like in terms of media, method, style i learned a lot more about my field of interest. hearing about their plans for the future had me reflecting on my own, giving me more clarity. I personally really enjoyed the evening of the icebreakers and the social; it really made me breakout of my comfort zone and socialise with several people I normally wouldn’t have the courage to speak to. Overall I deeply enjoyed this trip, winning just made it better.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Anuj Singhal:</strong> Participating in the "IB League Entrepreneurship Challenge" at Jayshree Periwal International School was an incredible experience. Representing Dhirubhai Ambani International School, we pitched our business idea to the sharp mind of Namita Thapar and clinched the top prize. The event provided invaluable insights into the distinction between a mere idea and a viable business proposition.</p><p>Jayshree Periwal International School's meticulous planning, warm hospitality, and beautiful campus left an indelible impression. The volunteers were super helpful, always there when we needed them. Further, the lively atmosphere encouraged creativity and collaboration. This student-led initiative truly reshaped my view of well-planned events and emphasised the power of teamwork and efficiency.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Aryan Pai:</strong> JPIS was a truly spectacular place, with spectacular people. I had an amazing time participating in debate, but my highlight would have been communicating with brilliant people from all around the country. First and foremost, I learned how a proper debate worked, and how I could’ve been better at it. I also learned all about the IB system and the people in it. I enjoyed every interaction I had with everyone there. The social night was a lot of fun, and the buzz before the results of each debate were exciting to say the least.</p>

Student Achievements

Nipun Saha of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 won Gold & Silver at the Asiarope Olympiads 2025

<p>Nipun Saha of IGCSE Grade 9 C excelled at the Asiarope Olympiads 2025, winning a Gold Medal in the Science Olympiad and a Silver Medal in the Maths Olympiad.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Avantika Kampani wins Robin Age Bright Sparks Art Competition

<p>Avantika Kampani of IBDP Grade 11 won first place in the grades 9-10 category of the Robin Age Bright Sparks competition in the subcategory of Art based on the topic of “Point of View”.</p>

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Somya Jain, IGCSE Grade 9 participates at the Indo-European Youth Orchestra Concert

<p>Somya Jain of IGCSE Grade 9 participated in the Indo-European Violin concert held at Budapest, Hungary from 8th August to 15th August 2023. She also got an opportunity to perform at the Embassy of India in Budapest , for which the whole team was facilitated. She was awarded a Certificate of Participation of Indo-European Youth Orchestra Concert at the Royal Palace of Godollo at Budapest, Hungary. In addition, she also received a Certificate of Appreciation presented by Amrita Shergill Cultural Center, Embassy of India at Budapest ,Hungary.<br><br><a href="/system/files/2026-06/violin-budapest-concert-somya-certficate.pdf">Somya Cert Violin Budapest Concert</a></p>

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A Gold Medal at the Math Olympiad

<p>Abhinav Sharma of Class 4 A excelled in the Math Olympiad scoring over 90% and winning a gold medal.</p>

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Keyaan Shah, IGCSE Grade 10 shines WSRO!

<p>Keyaan Shah, IGCSE Grade 10 wins at World Stem &amp; Robotics Olympiad (WSRO) National &amp; International Championships 2023 in association with Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat. He along with his teammate, Ahaan Shah from JPIS, Jaipur came First at WSRO National Championship with prize money of Rs 15000/- and Second Runners Up at WSRO International Championship in the Entrepreneurial Challenge for their project SignKraft.<br><br><br>WSRO saw 200+ participants contesting in the Entrepreneurial Challenge category through several qualifying rounds of the Olympiad. The final event was held at Science City, Ahmedabad on 13th &amp; 14th September, 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>SignKraft (a handheld device for Indian sign language translation to facilitate seamless communication for the deaf) has also previously won Gold Medal and Rs. 10000/- at WSRO Regional Entrepreneurial Challenge held last year and qualified to Nationals. They have been continually working on product upgradation since past one year based on inputs received from the deaf community to make it market ready and have created 4 prototypes so far, each one being an upgrade of the previous one.</p>

Student Achievements

Jaisal Shah & Cyrus Setna selected in the top-12 finalists for DreamDeal 2.0

<p>DAIS class 8-B students Cyrus Setna &amp; Jaisal Shah have been selected amongst the top-12 finalists in DreamDeal 2.0, an initiative by renowned entrepreneur Shark Tank India Shark Anupam Mittal. Their idea was chosen amongst 500 plus entries from all over India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The evaluation process focuses on the novelty and innovation of the ideas, alongside the engagement and likes received by the reels. The top 12 ideas will be selected, with the first-place winner receiving a grant of ₹1 lakh and mentorship from Anupam Mittal himself.</p>

Student Achievements

Camel Art Competition 2022-2023

<p>The Camel Art Contest is the world’s largest art competition of its kind, having been featured in the Guinness World Records.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>At DAIS, we ensure that the students from the Primary class levels participate in the contest, and all are given an equal opportunity to express their ideas and showcase their creative talent.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>The topic is given to schools by the Camel Team. The Visual Art teachers introduce the topic at each class level and invite students to share their understanding and contribute their perspectives. The students are encouraged to use their vision and create original artwork. The students work over two art classes in the school.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>GROUP A:</strong><br>1st – Ivana Shah – UKG B<br>2nd- Mira Master – UKG B<br>3rd- Aarav Khemani – UKG A<br><br><strong>GROUP C:</strong><br>1st- Veda Krishnan - 4A<br>2nd- Mahika- 4A<br>3rd- Dharini Zaveri - 4A, Natasha Kapoor - 3B<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>GROUP B:</strong><br>1st – Akshara Vivek - 2A, Tilakvir Kapoor – 2B<br>2nd- Saira Dhandhia – 2B, Hritika Poddar - 2B<br>3rd- Nivaan Rao – 2A, Parthi Shah - 2A<br><br><br><strong>GROUP D:</strong><br>1st- Viha Gahrotra – 5A<br>2nd- Vidyut Sundar – 5A<br>3rd-Mihika Sanghavi -5B</p>

Student Achievements

DAIS Robo Designers

<p>Ria Sanghavi, Shaurya Sule and Rehaan Dhandhia from Class 6 B stood first at the <strong>World Robot Olympiad National Championship 2023</strong>, in the ‘Future Innovators’ Elementary category.<br><br>Their team <strong>PortKey</strong>, led by coach Kashyap Shah, has progressed to the international round and they will represent India at <strong>Panama City</strong> in November 2023. The team's product <strong>AquaFlo</strong>, is a fully automated cargo transport system built by creating a network of under-seabed tunnels and a traffic management system connecting major ports worldwide.<br><br>The judges described Team Portkey as "<em>a team that created a perfectly synced and innovative robotics solution for the marine traffic system. This team holds it all - a big idea, complex system, thorough coding knowhow, effective pitch and presentation, and excellent teamwork</em>"<br><br>This was the 5th and 3rd year of participation in WRO for Ria and Shaurya respectively and they have won accolades in the past as well.<br><br><a href=" &lt;iframe width=&quot;100%&quot; height=&quot;315&quot; src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZNydtFIyxkc?si=Mw6uMe9hjc2yG27l&quot; title=&quot;YouTube video player&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot; allow=&quot;accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share&quot; allowfullscreen&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;">WRO National Championship 2023</a></p>

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Pearl Padamsee Trophy 2023 - a resounding success for DAIS

<p><strong>The 15th Annual Pearl Padamsee Trophy for Excellence in Speech and Drama</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Pearl Padamsee Trophy Competition is a prestigious platform for showcasing talent, especially theatrics, and prowess in speech and drama. This event is keenly contested by students from schools across Mumbai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This year over 150 students from 30 schools participated in the competition. After a round of eliminations, 17 finalists were selected to compete for the coveted trophy. The venue for the final round was Sophia Bhabha Auditorium, Breach Candy on October 8, 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This year’s theme was ‘<strong>The Power Within</strong>’. The eminent jury comprised of renowned names from the theatre and drama world, including Boman Irani, Denzil Smith, Asif Ali Beg, Nandita Puri, and Anupama Verma.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Our DAIS students skilfully incorporated acting with interesting costumes and props into their original elocution pieces. DAIS was the proud winner of two trophies:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Ranbir Dhall – 1st place (10-13 years age category)</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Sharanya Agarwal – 2nd runner up (7-9 years age category)</strong></p>

Student Achievements

Ritwik Sikaria's shines at the ICode Global Hackhathon

<p>Ritvik Sikaria of Class 6A participated in the ICode Global Hackathon, securing rank 150 at the India National Finals, thereby qualifying for Global Finals. He secured 191 at the Global Finals.</p>

Student Achievements

Anaya Deshmukh Scores Rank 4 at ISTSE

<p><strong>International Rank #4 in ISTSE 2023</strong><br><br>The International Level Talent Search examination for Indian Schools Examination is designed to assess the overall intellectual potential of the students from classes 1 to 10.<br><br><br>With over 2800 participating schools from 50 countries and 900+ cities, the ISTSE exam is based on the syllabus of CBSE, ICSE and State Boards</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anaya received an Outstanding Performance Certificate along with a Silver Medal for her efforts.</p>

Student Achievements

Through the Eyes of a Butterfly

<p>Dharini Zaveri of Class 5A has been very passionate about saving the environment in her own little way. She has been actively involved in various initiatives since she was in Class 3. Dharini decided to write a poem, as a wake-up call to all humanity. Her poem, "Through the Eyes of A Butterfly," was published on the front page of <strong>HOPE – an All India newsletter of Jane Goodall Institute (JGI)</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Through her poem, Dharini highlights the consequences of human action and progress, on birds and animals in nature. There is an underlying plea for humans to embrace a path of healing and coexistence with the natural world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Acknowledging Dr. Jane Goodall's impactful work, Dharini highlights her involvement in the JGI initiatives, such as 'Roots &amp; Shoots' and 'Oceans are Us,' fostering a culture of coexistence and environmental betterment. Dharini believes through her every small step; she can act towards creating a lasting change.<br><br><a href="/system/files/2026-06/through-the-eyes-of-a-butterfly.pdf">Through the Eyes of a Butterfly poem</a></p>

Student Achievements

IGCSE G8 Anvi Kalothia wins Gold, Queens Commonwealth Essay Competition'23

<p>Anvi Kalothia of IGCSE 8C wins the Gold Award in the auspicious Queens Commonwealth Essay Competition 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her award winning essay-</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Your voice is not merely a collection of sound waves or words; from the depths of your thoughts and emotions to the power of your words and actions, your voice possesses the potential to ignite change, inspire others, and shape the course of history. Like the seed of a sapling, your voice, although seemingly small, can soon sprout into a delicate root which anchors itself into the ground that is our history. Soon, with continued growth and open-mindedness, and perseverance even in times of struggle, the sapling of your voice can grow stronger, blossoming into a majestic presence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Change emerges from maybe a single soul, one who has the courage to sing. The song of one's opinion differs from person to person as it is an embodiment of their personality, opinion, and thought. One’s voice can be represented in more ways than one, it can be exhibited through multiple forms of art, whether it be paintings, drama, song, prose, or poetry. Their voice sparks a sound wave that travels from person to person which sets in motion the monopoly of a domino effect, firing up thousands of voices who are encouraged and inspired to speak out their opinions, comforted by the fact that, ‘if they can do it. Why can’t I?’. This single thought sprouts in multiple people causing an emotional upheaval giving rise to a revolution, a change, a new chapter, a new seed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>And in the 1960s a new seed was planted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One of the greatest poets and authors, Maya Angelou used her literary pieces to express her opinions and personal struggles. She found the courage to speak even in her lowest lows, even in the depths of despair and she nurtured her voice to create an impact, to inspire others who resonated with her difficulties. Through her poems and stories, she voiced out the injustice of discrimination, focusing most on racial prejudice. She began her journey with a memoir known as ‘I know why the Caged Bird Sings’ which delves into her childhood and adolescence. From one piece of literature came another and in a twinkling the roots of her seed spread and strengthened into the ground, and she represented herself through seven autobiographical works which were under the themes of racism, trauma, identity and resilience. With time she expanded her horizons and began to work with multiple civil rights leaders, eager to spread her voice to encourage others to speak up for what they believed in. Empowered, Maya Angelou used her voice to advocate for others as she saw the importance of personal growth and empowerment affecting broader societal change. She used her platform to deliver speeches and performances that championed the cause of civil rights and throughout her life she mentored the talents of numerous young writers and activists. By sharing her experiences, wisdom, and guidance, she empowered a new generation of voices to fight for justice and equality.<br><br><br>From a single thought and desire to fight for her freedom Maya Angelou used her talent and voice to create a greater societal change and her seed soon sprouted into an exalted tree with branches dedicated to other activists and civil rights leaders who were inspired by her seed to share their voice.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One’s voice is imperative because it is a reflection of who they are as a person, it displays their personality, beliefs, opinions, and thoughts. Your voice has your dreams, hopes and desires encrypted in it, for nobody's life should be a graveyard of buried hopes. And it won’t… because your voice is a tool to get your words conveyed to the world.</p>

Student Achievements

Keyaan Shah, IGCSE G10, showcases innovation ‘SignKraft’ at UNICEF events

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Keyaan Shah, IGCSE G10, showcases innovation ‘SignKraft’ at prestigious UNICEF events.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><img src="/sites/dais/files/2026-06/ks-signkraft-at-UNICEF-banner.jpg" alt="" width="100%"></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Keyaan Shah, IGCSE Grade 10, was among five top young innovators selected by UNICEF in collaboration with Vikram Sarabhai Innovation Centre (VSCIC) of the Gujarat University Start Up and Entrepreneurship Council (GUSEC) to present his innovation “SignKraft” (along with his brother, Ahaan Shah of JPIS) to UNICEF Global Goodwill Ambassador, Mr. David Beckham on November 13th, 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He was also among the fourteen young innovators selected by UNICEF from across India to present his innovation at the exhibition themed “Innovate for Equality” organized by UNICEF and Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA) for World Children’s Day on November 20th, 2023. All young innovators engaged in an insightful panel discussion with Chief Guest Hon’ble Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi – Union Minister of State for Culture and the External Affairs, and Ms. Cynthia McCaffery – UNICEF Representative to India.</p>

Student Achievements

IBDP Grade 11 students, Eklavea Shah and Anant Bhartia excel at the National Economics Olympiad

<p>Eklavea Shah, IBDP Grade 11, achieved an exceptional feat by securing the National Rank 1, accompanied by a cash reward of INR 15,000. Anant Bhartia also performed remarkably, achieving National Rank 4, Zonal Rank 1, and a cash prize of INR 2,500.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The National Economics Olympiad, organized by The Economics Society of SRCC, represents a prestigious competitive exam that attracts Senior Secondary students (Grades 11 and 12) from across India. This year’s event was attended by over 6,500 students from across the nation and even internationally.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>The Olympiad consisted of 2 stages: 1) The Preliminary Round followed an MCQ format consisting of 50 questions to be answered in 1 hour, and tested students on logical reasoning, data interpretation, case studies, and the application of theoretical economics concepts. 2) Selected high-performing students progressed to the Final Round which also followed an MCQ format but consisted of 75 questions of increased difficulty to be answered in 1 hour. Additionally, finalists were required to submit a 1.5-minute video providing unique policy solutions to 1 of 2 scenarios revealed to the finalists on the day of the event.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Olympiad served as an invaluable learning opportunity, pushing students to extend their knowledge beyond the conventional syllabus and encouraging them to engage in critical, out-of-the-box thinking.</p>

Student Achievements

Water The Elixir of Life

<p>Every year DAIS Round Square commemorates World Food Day on 16th October, to honour the establishment of the food and agriculture organisation.</p><p>This year, the Primary students of Classes 4 and 5 participated in the <strong>World Food Day Poster Contest</strong> on the theme, <strong>‘Water is life, Water is food, Leave no one behind.’</strong><br><br><strong>The students used their creative ideas and thoughts to portray global challenges, such as the growing population and global warming, that threaten our water supply, making water a valued commodity. The absence of clean drinking water places an additional risk of infection and disease when water, sanitation and hygiene services are lacking.</strong><br><br>Our young learners demonstrated their interest and enthusiasm by taking action for water and food wastage, through their participation in the Poster-making Contest. The contest was open to schools the world over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One of our young artists Aanya Sanghavi of Class 5 A was declared a winner in this contest. She received a specially designed apron, a cap and a letter of appreciation from the organizers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Way to go, Aanya!</p>

Student Achievements

Samika Jain, 2nd in French Creative Writing Competition

<p>IBDP Gr 11 Samika Jain wins 2nd place in Mumbai Interschool French Creative Writing Competition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Samika Jain of IBDP Grade 11 stood 2nd place in the Mumbai Interschool French Creative writing competition "LES RETROUVAILLES 2023" held at The Cathedral and John Connon School , Mumbai on 25th November 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/samika-QCEC-certificate.pdf">Samika QCEC Certificate</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Agastyaa Goradia wins Silver, Commonwealth Queens Essay Competition

<p>Agastyaa Goradia, IGCSE G 10, wins Silver in Commonwealth Queens Essay Competition'23.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Agastyaa Goradia have been awarded the <strong>Silver award</strong> in the <strong>Senior category</strong> of the prestigious Commonwealth Queens Essay Competition this year. With over <strong>38,000</strong> entries, it is a great achievement for Agastya to be recognized among such a large pool of talented participants.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/agastyaa-QCEC-certificate.pdf">Agastyaa QCEC Certificate</a></p>

Student Achievements

Excellence Unveiled

<p><strong>Anaya Deshmukh's achievement in Asia Science &amp; Math Olympiad examinations</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anaya Deshmukh of Class 6 A participated in the Asian Science &amp; Math Olympiad examinations and won the Silver medal in all 3 examinations. Following up on her success in these exams, she has been invited to participate in the Global Round examinations in Cambodia.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Tiny Strokes, Big Dreams

<p>Viaanraj Singh of Class 3 A won the 1st prize in the 5-10 years category in the <strong>‘Swachhta Pakhwada’ Art Competition </strong>held by the Ministry of Finance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He was felicitated by the Principal Director of Investigation, Mumbai.</p>

Student Achievements

Kala Ghoda Art Festival

<p>At the 2024 Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, Dhirubhai Ambani International School students competed against 60 schools and over 1000 students. The contest consisted of two challenges.</p><p>In Challenge 1, themed "My Fantastical Mumbai," Shivansh Gandhi from Class 1A secured the 2nd prize in the 6 to 8 years age group.</p><p>Aadvik Khanna of Class 4B won the 1st prize in Challenge 2 for the 9 to12 years age group.</p><p>In Challenge 2, "Have Wings Will Fly," was the theme. In this challenge, our students swept the 6 to 8 years age category, with Renisha Saraf from Class 1A securing 1st place, Shivansh Rai from Class 2A in 2nd place, and Ridhaan Modi from Class 2B in 3rd place.<br><br>This truly was a proud moment for the school as the students displayed their artistic skills and talent.</p>

Student Achievements

Keyaan Shah publishes research paper!

<p>IGCSE Grade 10 student, Keyaan Shah’s research paper on Long Short-Term Memory-Based (LSTM) Sign Language Detection System, proposing a novel approach for detecting sign language, gestures has recently been published on IEEE Xplore, a digital library for discovery and access to scientific and technical content published by the the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). The IEEE is the world's largest technical professional organization with over 427,000 members in more than 190 countries, and is dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. The paper can be accessed on <a href="https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10367076">https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10367076</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Keyaan's research paper was also selected for presentation at four IEEE Conferences:<br>- International Conference on Recent Advances in Information Technology for Sustainable Development (ICRAIS) at Manipal Institute of Technology<br><br>- Humanitarian Technology Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies for Humanity (Asia Pacific Region) at Marwadi University, Rajkot, Gujarat<br><br>- IEEE Silchar Subsection Conference (SILCON) at National Institute of Technology, Silchar, Assam<br><br>- International Conference on Computing, Communication, and Intelligent Systems at Sharda University, Greater Noida</p>

Student Achievements

The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition

<p><strong>Winners for the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2023-24</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Congratulations!</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) is a high-profile competition engaging approximately 140,000 young people and over 5,000 schools across the Commonwealth region. This year at QCEC 2023, Fourteen DAIS students from have bagged awards in their respective categories!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Gold Award Senior Category:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Ishaan Surve (ICSE 10A), Riddimma Sampat (ICSE 10A),</li><li>Ilisha Avasthi (IGCSE 10)</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Gold Award Junior Category:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Anvi Kalothia (IGCSE 8C)</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Silver Award Senior Category:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Anoushka Tandon (ICSE 9A), Agastyaa Goradia (IGCSE 10)</li></ul><p><strong>Silver Award Junior Category:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Arishka Betadpur (IGCSE 8C),</li><li>Suhani Lohia (IGCSE 8),</li><li>Rayyaan Shetty (IGCSE 8),</li><li>Sanaya Shetty (IGCSE 8C),</li><li>Ria Sanghavi (ICSE 5B),</li><li>Shruti Swamy (ICSE 9A),</li><li>Jaisal Shah (IGCSE 9C)</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Bronze Award Senior Category:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Yash Desai (ICSE 9A), Riya Sheth (ICSE 9A),</li><li>Tithi Agarwal (ICSE 10A) and</li><li>Aryahi Agarwal (ICSE 10A)</li></ul>

Student Achievements

Glory to DAIS

<p>Anaishaa Murarka of Class 3B won the Silver Medal at the Republic Day Forensics 2023 held on 26th January at IIT Kanpur. Republic Day Forensics 2023 was brought together by the “The Pinnacle of Indian Debating” IDL and the epitome of Technology “IIT Kanpur DebSoc”.</p><p><br>Anaishaa won the Silver medal in the Junior category (Grade 3 to 5) in the Turncoat format. In Turncoat students were asked to opine a multidimensional view on contemporary issues.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Mathematics and Logical Reasoning

<p>Freya Kanabar of Class 2A won a medal in the Karkare Academy's examination of Mathematics and Logical Reasoning.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

A Young Math Genius

<p>Saket Manikantan of Class 5 A participated and won honor roll mention at the AMC 8, American Math Competition at 8 grade level. He came in the top 5 % of the scorers. He received a special achievement prize for being amongst the youngest to get this award and recognition.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Anant Bhartia and Rushaan Agarwal stood 3rd place in an online Union Budget Debate

<p>IBDP students, Anant Bhartia and Rushaan Agarwal, stood 3rd place in an online Union Budget Debate hosted by Neerja Modi School, on 5th Feb'24. Anant and Rushaan debated for the motion: Regretting the fact that backward castes were not given an exclusive pillar under the Viksit Bharat Roadmap. They won their debate, and came third out of the approximately 28 teams who participated.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Ishaan Surve 9A wins a Silver at the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition

<p>Ishaan Surve 9A won the title of BALVAIDNYANIK and a SILVER MEDAL at the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition. In 2022-23, a total of 55,840 students participated in the competition in which Ishaan emerged as one of the top 0.12%. His action research project was an IoT based solution named 'Mist The Dust. Save Mumbai' addressing the current air pollution due to construction dust. He has pitched his system to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Corporator for implementing it in his locality.</p><p><br>Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition is a unique four stage competition that aims at arousing curiosity, problem-solving attitude along with development of precision in observational and motor skills in young scientists. Through the competition, one learns their immediate environment and dares to take rational initiatives whenever needed. The 4 stages of the competition are - Theory, Practical, Research with Viva and Interview with eminent scientists.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Aarit Scores at the Mental Aptitude Olympiad

<p>Aarit Gopalkrishnan of Class IV B secured an International Rank 1 (amongst 30028 participating students) and a National Rank 1 (out of 7690 participating students) in the Final Stage of the Mental Aptitude Olympiad conducted by LogIQids - an IIT-IIM Venture in partnership with TechFest from IIT Bombay.</p><p><br>Aarit secured a 100% score of 168/168. The Olympiad covers sections testing Analytical Thinking, Visual, Memory and concentration, Verbal and Numerical ability.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Building Creativity

<p>The Minecraft Monthly Build Challenge is designed to engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving. Players are encouraged to put their creativity, Minecraft knowledge, and skills to the test in this fun event. They are given tasks along with instructive guidelines to develop their own creative build in Minecraft. To gain a better understanding of Climate Change, DAIS students brainstormed some practical ways to do their bit in impacting and improving the future. April month’s challenge was called ‘Climate Futures’. The Minecraft Gaming Lounge is also equipped with a range of accessibility options to make it an inclusive experience for everyone.</p><p><br>There were over 160 submissions from different grade levels across schools in India. 71 students from DAIS Class 4 and 5 submitted a total of 28 entries to April’s Minecraft Build Challenge. The judges were overwhelmed by the quality of the entries. Despite the tough competition, we are proud to announce that our school won <strong>three</strong> out of the <strong>eight</strong> awards, for their creative contributions.</p><p><br><strong>Grand Prize Winner: The Matrix</strong></p><ul><li>Prahan Shah - 5A</li><li>Vivaan Doshi - 5A</li><li>Kahaan Shah - 5A</li></ul><p><strong>National Level Winner: The Royal Army</strong></p><ul><li>Aarit Gopalkrishnan- 4 B</li><li>Advay Dhoot- 4 B</li><li>Aryavir Mehta- 4 B</li><li>Siana Tandon- 4 B</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Regional Winner: Girl Power</strong></p><ul><li>Ankita Dighe - 4A</li><li>Aanya Sanghavi - 4A</li></ul><p>We encourage all our students to keep up the good work and continue to participate in future Minecraft Build Challenges.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Keyaan Shah of IGCSE Grade invited for National Science Day Celebration'24

<p>Keyaan Shah of IGCSE Grade 10 was invited by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India to attend 'National Science Day Celebration 2024' themed 'Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat' at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.</p><p><br>During this time, he got to display his innovation "SpeechKraft" (along with his team mate Ahaan Shah from JPIS) and meet with Dr Jitendra Singh, Hon'ble Minister of Science (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Science and Technology, and Minister of State for the Prime Minister's Office and Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Govt of India.</p><p><br>During this occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh also formally released the compendium of 20 IRIS winning projects that included Keyaan's innovation.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

An HKIMO Bronze for Divisha

<p>Divisha Khandelwal of Class V A participated in the preliminary and final rounds of the Hongkong International Math Olympiad (HKIMO) and secured a bronze medal in the P4 level.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Kaavya Majumder's essay on Data Science wins Brain Bomb Challenge!

<p>IGCSE Grade 8 student, Kaavya Majumder won the Brain Bomb Challenge Competition conducted by Ashoka University. She wrote her essay on the topic - "Is increasing reliance on data science in conflict with creativity and Intuition?" In appreciation of her efforts, she has also won a seat in the upcoming Horizons course on Data Science in May'24</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Team DAIS wins the Semi Finals

<p>Shaurya Jain Class 4 A and Rutva Kasi of Class 3 B represented DAIS in the Frankenstein Debate Tournament 2023 held at IIT Delhi. Shaurya and Rutva qualified for the semi-finals from among 90 teams all over the country. Their team was one of the four teams who got through the semi- finals in the junior category and 3 rounds of debate where they won all 3 rounds.</p><p><br>Team DAIS won the award for Best Effort, winning in the semi-finals at the national-level debating league.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

IBDP Grade 11 Keshav Mohta wins Dean's List Finalist Award

<p>Keshav Mohta from IBDP Grade 11 won the Dean's List Finalist Award. The FIRST Dean's List Finalists are outstanding passionate student leaders who demonstrate exemplary effectiveness at attaining FIRST ideals. They were nominated by their teams for their direct contributions and impact on others - exemplifying leadership and commitment, on the team and in their community.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Keshav has qualified to be considered for the prestigious Dean's List Award at Houston, which is awarded to 10 students globally.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Varun Bakshi essay selected for 2024 Global Empathy Conference in Prague

<p>DAIS IBDP student, Varun Bakshi's essay submission to the international VSA Elaine Hobson Memorial Literary Festival has been selected to be showcased at the <strong>2024 Global Empathy Conference in Prague</strong>. His essay, "<em>Pay it Forward</em>," drew inspiration amidst the chaos and despair of India's largest garbage dumping ground in Govandi, Mumbai. His narrative on empathy began during his initial visit to Pratham, an NGO committed to transforming the lives of marginalized communities through education. The experience at the garbage dumping grounds significantly reshaped his perspectives on resilience and compassion.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Ishaan Surve wins the Best Innovative Idea award at STEM X India

<p>DAIS student <strong>Ishaan Surve</strong> of ICSE Class10 A, won the <strong>Best Innovative Idea award at STEM X India</strong>. His achievement is truly commendable and reflects his outstanding creativity, dedication and ingenuity in the field of STEM. Ishaan's innovative idea stood out among a pool of remarkable entries for its originality, feasibility, and potential to make a significant impact. His ability to identify and address real-world challenges with inventive solutions is truly inspiring and speaks volumes about his talent and vision.</p><p>Ishaan has been selected as a <strong>speaker for the STEM Best Practice Summit and Awards 2024 in Dubai!</strong> His dedication to STEM education and his innovative ideas have truly impressed the selection committee, and he will represent Dhirubhai Ambani International School, on this prestigious platform</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Sudarshan Manikantan 8A wins Best speaker in Speech Debate competition, IIT Bombay

<p>Sudarshan Manikantan, 8A , participated in the Speech and Debate competition on July 1st, at IIT Bombay, organized by Indian Debating League and IIT Bombay Debating Society.</p><p><br>Sudarshan won the overall Best Speaker award and the Silver Medal for the Turncoat Speech format where the contestants give an impromptu speech covering arguments on both sides of a given topic. The event was well attended by representatives from schools all over India.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

The Argument Avengers Strike Gold

<p>Anaishaa Murarka and Raeya Guha Thakurta of Class 4 B were declared <strong>Champions</strong> at the Junior WSDC Championship 2024. This event was managed by "Debaters of India".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Out of 156 participants across grades 4 to 6, "The Argument Avengers" emerged victorious, securing the gold medal after multiple league rounds, semi-finals and finals.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Anaishaa Murarka was also honoured with the <strong>Debating Prodigy Award</strong>, recognizing her exceptional talent and contributions to the debating community.</p>

Student Achievements

Aryana Barai's NGO TheKnitfit.Co selected for IB Global Youth Action Fund

<p>DAIS student, Aryana Barai of IGCSE Grade 9, and her friend, Bianca Buhariwalla of Grade 10 from Oberoi International JVLR, applied for the *IB Global Youth Action Fund* for their NGO TheKnitfit.Co where they have earned over $2000. Their dedication towards the NGO has been rewarded as the girls have recently been selected to obtain the highest grant of $3000 from the IB, alongside an 8-week online training program on social entrepreneurship facilitated through the Sustainable Development Solutions Network. They will receive mentorship with leaders in social entrepreneurship and connect with other student awardees. The training is said to start from 15th August,2023.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Myeishaa Chhablani's essay wins Pen to Paper Writing Contest

<p><strong>Myeishaa Chhablani's essay wins Pen to Paper Writing Contest</strong><br><br>Myeishaa Chhablani of IBDP Grade 11 won the Pen to Paper writing Contest conducted by the 'Free Press Journal'. This contest started two years ago aiming to understand whether India's youth was reading well. Her essay was about an air crash of a Japanese flight in Tokyo, where all the passengers including the crew were safely evacuated. Her essay is about the importance of discipline and a calm mindset during an emergency and the power of gratitude- a force that enables us to be happy as we are still alive. Out of 2,000 entries, 20 winners were selected this year. She was also invited to attend a Boot Camp at FPJ's Office which was conducted by the children's author, Abhishek Talwar. He gave an insightful presentation on creative writing emphasizing on how to write using your 'inner voice'. This contest has also given her an opportunity to publish her writing in the Free Press Journal and participate in many upcoming writing workshops with the newspaper's editor Ms. Lajwanti D'Souza.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Dev Shah bags prestigious DIANA Award

<p>Dev Shah, a child prodigy in chess, has achieved remarkable success both personally and as an ambassador for the sport. He founded the 'Nirmaan Charitable Trust' with his sister to bring the joy and rigor of chess to underprivileged students in India.</p><p><br>Through 'Nirmaan', Dev provides free coaching to students from municipal schools, aiming to create youth champions in both chess and life, as well as addressing the gender disparity in the sport. They have secured funding to expand the programme to multiple schools, and organise online tournaments, and gained widespread recognition for his efforts.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Eloquence and Excellence

<p>Apoorv Gupta of Class 10 A and Sudarshan Manikantan of Class 9 A of <strong>Team DAIS</strong> were one of 4 teams of the Indian Contingent that were selected by ISDS (Indian Schools Debating Society) to participate at the Finals Day of <strong>ICYD</strong> (International Competition for Young Debaters) at <strong>Oxford University, UK</strong>.</p><p>The ICYD is the world's most prestigious British Parliamentary Debate competition for U15, hosted by Oxford Union and Cambridge Union alternatingly. The Finals Day was held at the <strong>Grand Chambers of Oxford Union on 20th April</strong>. After four rounds of debating, <strong>Team DAIS</strong> defeated other high school teams from London, Korea, Canada, etc, and qualified for the ESL Finals. Sudarshan Manikantan bagged the Best Overall Speaker and the Best ESL Speaker award, whereas Apoorv Gupta won the Second Best Overall Speaker and the Second Best ESL Speaker award.</p>

Student Achievements

Jashith Narang of IGCSE wins international and national laurels in 2023-24

<p>IGCSE Grade 8C student, Jashith Narang is an all rounder! He has been participating in various International and National competitions and events for many years. This academic year 2023-24 has been an excellent proof of his hard work and grit to succeed.</p><p><strong>International achievements :</strong></p><p>MIT APPATHON 2023 : He has been awarded two awards for the App : Fin Fit . An App targeted at educating Personal Finance among the student community.</p><p>FIRST Position in PEOPLE's CHOICE CATEGORY</p><p>HONORABLE MENTION in JUDGES's category</p><p>Some of the APPS co created by Jashith awarded by MIT APP INVENTOR include :</p><ul><li>CLIMATE CATASTROPHE: EARTH in DEARTH</li><li>HEAL THE WORLD : RECYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE CITIES</li><li>THE TURNING TIDE : LIFE BELOW WATER</li></ul><p>THE APPS aims to spread awareness among Global community about the SDGs declared by the UN.</p><p>Jashith has been participating in the <strong>GLOBAL HACKATHON</strong> organised by MIT APP INVENTOR for the last 4 years and by the grace of God has won consecutively won for the last 4 years.</p><p><strong>AMERICAN MATHEMATICS COMPETITION ( AMC 8 ) </strong>: HONOUR ROLL, SECOND POSITION</p><p><strong>SEAMO 2023 :</strong> COUNTRY RANK 3 , BRONZE MEDAL<br><br><strong>CLASH OF PI :</strong> organised by THE ASIAN MATHS CIRCUIT, SINGAPORE: INTERNATIONAL RANK 2 in grade 8</p><p>INTERNATIONAL RANK 6 in Grade 9 ( HE attempted one level ahead also )</p><p><strong>IMOSCEA :</strong> SILVER AWARD</p><p>AMERICAN MATHS OLYMPIAD 2023 : GOLD MEDAL</p><p><strong>NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>CREST MENTAL MATHS CHAMPIONSHIP 2023</strong> : INTERNATIONAL RANK 3. He has been awarded an ACHIEVER 's Trophy and a certificate of merit and scholarship of Rs 4000.</li><li><strong>Cathedral Maths Competition (CMC 2023) :</strong> GOLD CERTIFICATE</li><li><strong>DESIGN CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 :</strong> REGIONAL and NATIONAL WINNER in GAME DESIGN. Won a trophy and a certificate of Achievement for designing a puzzle platformer adventure game. Being the National winner , he was invited by INDIAN GAMES DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE 2023 to showcase his game before the industry stalwarts.</li><li><strong>INDIAN SCHOOL TALENT SEARCH EXAM :</strong> INTERNATIONAL RANK 3. He won a shield, a certificate of achievement and a scholarship after the written and interview rounds</li><li><strong>CREST MATHS OLYMPIAD IS 2023 :</strong> INTERNATIONAL RANK 1. He has been awarded ACHIEVER's Trophy, a Merit Certificate and a voucher of Rs 10000.</li><li><strong>CREST SCIENCE OLYMPIAD:</strong> INTERNATIONAL RANK 3. Jashith has been awarded an ACHIEVER's Trophy, a certificate of Merit and a voucher of Rs 6000.</li><li><strong>INTERNATIONAL MATHS OLYMPIAD:</strong> MEDAL Of DISTINCTION and a CERTIFICATE OF Distinction.</li><li><strong>UNIFIED INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH OLYMPIAD 2023</strong>. NATIONAL RANK 4. CASH award Two thousand rupees, Gold medal and a certificate of achievement.</li><li><strong>UNIFIED INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIAD OF MATHS :</strong> GOLD MEDAL, A certificate of achievement and a voucher of Rs 1998.</li><li><strong>NATIONAL LEVEL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION 2023 :</strong> GOLD MEDAL, Certificate of Appreciation and a voucher of Rs 1998</li><li><strong>ALLEN CHAMP AWARDEE :</strong> RECEIVED a CHAMPION's Trophy, a silver medal and certificate for excellence in academics for the last three academic sessions.</li></ol>

Student Achievements

IBDP students excel in the international online Avogadro Exams!

<p>Avogadro Exams is a challenging online international exam written by 5,096 Grade 11 and 12 Chemistry high school students. Keshav Mohta has topped the exam worldwide with a perfect score of 100%. Raahil Mullick has ranked 24th worldwide and 4th in India with 96.88% and Manit Pansari has ranked 93rd worldwide with a score of 94.38%. Aadi Kothari, Annan Vora, Sara Adukia, Dhruv Chopra and Vidit Bhimrajka have ranked amongst the top 500 contestants out of 5096 worldwide.</p>

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Aliya Agrawal won 1st prize in Fine Art

<p>Fine Brushstrokes<br><br>Aliya Agrawal of Class V A won 1st Prize in the Fine Art Competition at the “Seventh International Youth Competition JUMEIRAH SOUNDS, Dubai by Global Music Partnership. Her artwork was hugely appreciated and her painting “My Cello my Wings”, was mentioned as the best artwork by the jury.</p>

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Aliya Agrawal won 3rd prize in the Strings Instruments combined category

<p>Aliya Agrawal of Class V A won the 3rd Prize for INDIA in the All String Instruments category at “Seventh International Youth Competition JUMEIRAH SOUNDS, held in Dubai by Global Music Partnership.</p><p><br>The first two prizes went to Violinists and Aliya played the Cello. Her pieces were by Bach and Schlemuller.</p><p><br>The competition was intense as Aliya won amongst many young talented contestants from various countries, that are getting specialized music training and are focused completely on Musicianship.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ria Sanghavi and Team ZeroGravity win Silver at WRO

<p>Class 5 student Ria Sanghavi and Team ZeroGravity won Silver at the World Robotics Olympiad scheduled at Genesis Global School, Noida in the Future Innovators Elementary category.</p><p><br>Her project ‘Sahej Belt’ is a wearable device for elderly people that detects the fall, alerts the wearer and inflates the tubes protecting the wearer from serious injuries.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarnav Gogri of Grade 10 participates for the MOOC mathematics camp for IMO

<p>Aarnav Gogri of Grade 10 participated in the Indian National Mathematics Olympiad (INMO) and was among the few qualified students invited to attend the intensive 15-day Mathematical Olympiad Orientation E-Camp conducted by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education(HBCSE). This was a wonderful opportunity and a great honour for him to train for the International Math Olympiad (IMO) from the senior most teachers and mathematicians in the country. The camp was the 4th tier in qualifying and preparing to reach the Indian team for IMO.</p><p><br>Well done!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarnav Gogri of IBDP 12 publishes math research in OEIS

<p>Aarnav Gogri of IBDP Grade 12 published a mathematics research paper on hexagonal tiling sequences under the guidance of Mr Gregory Dresden (Ph.D. Professor of Mathematics at Washington and Lee University). Aarnav’s research got accepted and his two new integer sequences were published in the Online Encyclopedia of Integer Sequences (OEIS).</p><p><br>The OEIS records information on integer sequences of interest to both professional and amateur mathematicians and is widely cited in mathematical research. As of January 2022, it contains over 350,000 sequences, making it the largest database of its kind. Every day mathematicians around the world send in new sequences, which are then approved or rejected for inclusion by a team of 20 editors-in-chief and 100 associate editors. It is also a badge of honor to get a sequence accepted, especially for a high school student.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Tia Vasa, Grade 7, treks to Everest Base Camp

<p>Tia Vasa of Grade 7 has successfully completed the arduous trek to the Everest Base camp on foot.</p><p><br>She trekked for 12 days, walking for about 9 to 10 hours per day to reach Everest Base Camp at the height of 5,364m, battling -20° wind chills, altitude sickness and braving the world’s highest mountain.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Daya Ravi, IBDP Grade 11 wins Gold at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition’22

<p>Daya Ravi of IBDP Grade 11 won the Gold Award at the 2022 Commonwealth Essay Competition. She wrote on how the physicians at Nair Hospital coped with the initial shock of the pandemic.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ananya Shah, IGCSE Grade 10 wins Gold at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition’22

<p>Ananya Shah of IGCSE Grade 10 has won a Gold Award in the senior category (14-18 yrs).</p><p><br>Her essay was on the topic- The life and impact of the legendary LGBTQ+ activist Martha P. Johnson.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Adarsh Das, IGCSE Grade 9 wins the Silver award for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2022

<p>Adarsh Das of IGCSE Grade 9 won the Silver award for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2022</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Divina Minocha wins first place in YEA

<p>Divina Minocha of Grade 8B won the YEA competition securing the first place with her business venture "Gyanaika".</p><p><br>She gave a 3 minute pitch to 3 investors, including Ms. Namita Thapar, a judge on Shark Tank India. Out of 15 other people participating from many different schools in Mumbai, she bagged the first prize.</p><p><br>Her business venture, Gyanaika, is a solution to the issue of young girls being unaware of what they are going through the first time they experience their period. It is focused on creating a positive, safe and comfortable environment for young girls the first time they get their period, through delivering them a box each month with different elements (sanitary napkins, heating pouches, chocolates, etc.) including a "menstrual manual" which tells girls how to be healthy and how to take care of themselves while on their period. Moreover, it also provides an advice sheet for parents that paves a way for open communication about periods among families.</p><p><br>She hopes to inspire young girls and women through her venture.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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ICode Global Hackathon 2022

<p>Keyaan Shah of Class 9 IGCSE is in the International Top 25 of ICode Global Hackathon 2022 which saw the global participation of 2.15 million children across 75 nationalities. Keyaan qualified for the global finals after having come 1st in the National finals, and 6th in the Asian regional finals.</p><p><br>Arham Shah of Class 5B is in the International Top 100 of Global Hackathon 2022. Amongst 2.15 million children participating across 75 nationalities, he qualified and participated in the Global Hackathon after coming 3rd in the National Finals and 33rd in the Asian regional finals. He finally scored 62nd rank in the Global Finals, being among the youngest in the participating group from his batch.</p><p><br>The international coding competition, which is the 5th edition of the world’s largest K12 coding competition, involved Speed Coding using advanced levels of Python (based on an interactive ‘Code-Test-Debug-Run’ module incorporating concepts like conditional loops, nested loops, and multiple-level programming.) The Global finals were held on 10th December 2022.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarav Dengla qualifies International Master Title + Grandmaster norm

<p>Aarav Dengla of Grade 8B is currently the youngest International Master elect in chess from India. In December, Aarav played tournaments in Barcelona, Bejiljina, Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy and Stockholm. He finished his third and final International Master norm and also started on the journey of his Grand Master title by achieving his first Grandmaster norm, with a rating performance crossing 2600. Earlier in July, Aarav had already attained 2 International master norms and crossed 2400 in fide rating.</p>

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Anshul Bhatt of IBDP Year 12 Wins 2nd Place at New England Open Regional Bridge Championship

<p>Anshul Bhatt of DAIS IBDP Year 12 secured second place in the Swiss Teams event at the prestigious New England Open Regional Bridge Championships held in June 2025.</p><p><br>In a remarkable achievement, Anshul partnered with Dr. Richard Zeckhauser — a distinguished economist and professor at the Harvard Kennedy School, Cambridge, Massachusetts.</p><p><br>A truly inspiring accomplishment on the global stage — congratulations, Anshul!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah Qualifies in IAAC 2025 with a Stellar Score

<p>Jaisal Shah of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B has successfully qualified for the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC) 2025 — one of the most prestigious global contests for young science enthusiasts.</p><p><br>Competing in the Junior category (Grade 10 and below), Jaisal scored an impressive 23 out of 25 in the qualification round, which saw participation from over 40,000 students worldwide.</p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/jaisal-shah-participation-certificate.pdf">Jaisal Shah Participation Certificate</a></p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/jaisal-shah-feedback-report.pdf">Jaisal Shah Feedback Report</a></p><p><a href="/system/files/2026-06/jaisal-shah-performance-report.pdf">Jaisal Shah Performance Report</a></p>

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Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Class 10 B Wins Gold at Global CMC 2025

<p>Jaisal Shah student of IGCSE Grade 10 B, achieved a remarkable feat by securing first place in the Integration Bee (Calculus) category at the prestigious Cathedral Mathematics Competition (CMC) 2025.</p><p><br>Competing against thousands of shortlisted finalists from over 200 schools worldwide, Jaisal’s deep understanding of advanced calculus and swift problem-solving skills helped him stand out on a global stage. He was awarded a Gold Medal and a Certificate of Excellence for his stellar performance.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Hridank Goradia Earns Top Honours at RSI-India 2025

<p>IBDP Grade 11 student Hridank Goradia took part in the inaugural edition of the Research Science Initiative – India (RSI-India), a prestigious, merit-based program hosted at IISc Bengaluru. Designed to nurture some of the country’s most promising young scientists, the six-week programme brings together top high school talent from across India.</p><p><br>Under the guidance of Prof. Tanweer Hussain (Department of Developmental Biology and Genetics), Hridank undertook pioneering research into how overexpressing translation initiation factors can improve E. coli growth under extreme stress—a project with significant implications in synthetic biology and biotechnology.</p><p><br>His paper, “Investigating the Effect of Prokaryotic Translation Initiation Factor Overexpression on E. coli Growth Under Stress Conditions,” earned the Best Biology Paper Award and was ranked among the Top 10 Oral Presentations across all scientific disciplines at RSI-India.</p><p><br>Demonstrating both initiative and leadership, Hridank also invited Prof. Kotwal from Duke University to engage with the student cohort as a distinguished guest speaker, fostering dialogue and connection across global research communities.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Nipun Saha Wins Gold at Global CMC 2025

<p>Nipun Saha of IGCSE Class 9 C secured the Gold Award at the Cathedral Mathematics Competition 2025, conducted by The Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai.</p><p><br>The 5th edition of this prestigious competition saw participation from top math minds across the country. Nipun placed in the top 10% of all finalists in the School Intermediate Category, a remarkable feat that reflects his sharp analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and consistent effort.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kaavya Majumder Strikes Gold at SASMO 2025

<p><strong>Kaavya Majumder</strong> of IGCSE Class 9 B has been awarded a <strong>Gold Medal</strong> in the <strong>Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO) 2025</strong>, one of the largest and most challenging international mathematics competitions.</p><p><br>Kaavya's performance was truly exceptional, earning her:</p><ul><li><strong>School Rank:</strong> #3</li><li><strong>India Rank:</strong> #31</li><li><strong>Global Rank:</strong> #101</li><li>Placed in the <strong>Top 8% globally</strong> among thousands of participants from around the world.</li></ul>

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Jashith Narang Wins Gold at NJIO 2025

<p>Jashith Narang of DAIS Grade 10 C has earned a Gold Award at the National Junior Informatics Olympiad 2025 conducted by the Scholastic Trust Singapore Foundation in association with Olympiad India.</p><p><br>Congratulations Jashith!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah wins the Isaac Integrator Award

<p>Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Class 10 B has been awarded the Isaac Integrator Award for winning 1st place in the Integration Bee (Calculus) at the 5th Cathedral Mathematics Competition 2025 — a global event that drew thousands of the best young mathematicians from over 200+ schools worldwide.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Avishka Parikh wins 1st Prize at Thapar Startup Competition

<p>Avishka Parikh from DAIS Class 9 C has secured the 1st Prize at the prestigious <em>Thapar Entrepreneurship Startup Program</em>.</p><p><br>Avishka impressed the panel with her innovative idea <strong>Coach Connect</strong>, a personalised sports coach discovery website that aims to bridge the gap between aspiring athletes and expert coaches.</p><p><br>The competition was judged by eminent industry leaders Ms. Sakshi Chopra – Managing Director, Peak XV and Mr. Arjun Vaidya – Co-founder, V3 Ventures &amp; Founder, Dr. Vaidya’s</p><p><br>The programme mentors included:</p><ul><li>Mr. Ateet Sanghavi</li><li>Ms. Namita Thapar – Shark Tank India</li></ul><p>As part of her victory, Avishka was awarded ₹50,000 and an internship opportunity with a startup. This is an incredible platform to further hone her entrepreneurial skills.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Glory for DAIS & NMAJS Students at WYTC 2025

<p>Four of our students - <strong>Jashith Narang (DAIS Class10), Ananya Mehta (NMAJS Class 8A), Viha Gahrotra (NMAJS Class 7A)</strong>, and <strong>Prakhar Bansal (DAIS Class 10 C)</strong> - represented <strong>Team India (U-16)</strong> at the <strong>19th World Youth Bridge Team Championships (WYTC)</strong> in Italy.</p><p><br>Out of 689 competitors from 33 countries, Team India achieved an exceptional <strong>4th place finish</strong>, making history by entering the <strong>semi-finals for the first time ever</strong> for India, in this prestigious global bridge tournament.</p><p><br>In addition, the <strong>pair of Jashith and Ananya secured 5th place globally</strong> in the official Butler Rankings - a commendable international recognition of their strategic brilliance and partnership.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith Narang Achieves Global Rank 1 at VANDA National Junior Science Olympiad 2025

<p><strong>Jashith Narang</strong> of <strong>DAIS Class 10 C</strong> achieved an outstanding milestone by securing the <strong>Global Rank 1</strong> at the <strong>VANDA National Junior Science Olympiad 2025</strong>, conducted by the <strong>SIMCC Scientific Committee</strong>.</p><p><br>Jashith’s exceptional performance has earned him the <strong>Gold Award</strong>, a recognition that highlights his deep scientific understanding, analytical skills, and passion for inquiry-based learning.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ilisha Avasthi of Year 12 Shortlisted for Prestigious John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize 2025

<p>Ilisha Avasthi of IBDP Year 12 has been shortlisted for the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize in the Economics Category.</p><p><br>Her thought-provoking essay addressed the challenging question:</p><p><br><em>"Should Oxford lower its admission standards for the sons and daughters of generous benefactors?"</em></p><p><br>This recognition stands as a testament to Ilisha’s intellectual curiosity, analytical depth, and academic excellence.</p><p><br>As part of this global honour, Ilisha has been invited to the Awards Ceremony &amp; Gala Dinner to be held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Mayfair, London, on Saturday, 4 October 2025.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Rohan Monga: National Humanitarian Excellence Award 2025

<p>Rohan Monga of IBDP Grade 12 has been conferred with the National Humanitarian Excellence Award 2025 by the I CAN Foundation.</p><p><br>Rohan has been recognised for his impactful initiative, “Dear Me”, a caregiver support program that has touched the lives of nearly 20,000 caregivers through its app, chatbot, website, guides, and community-based programs.</p><p><br>The award was presented on August 15, 2025, in New Delhi, where Rohan was notably the only under-18 awardee from Maharashtra State to receive this prestigious national honour.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jayveer’s Stellar Achievement at MIT’s RSI 2025

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Year 12 has been selected to the prestigious Research Science Institute (RSI) 2025 at MIT, where he worked on NASA’s SWOT satellite data to uncover hidden ocean currents.</p><p>His groundbreaking paper, “From Satellite Observations to Submesoscale Ocean Dynamics: Geostrophic Field Smoothing and Diffusion-Based Reconstruction”, was recognised among the Top 5 Distinguished Written Research Papers of RSI 2025, a rare honour accompanied by a $1,000 award.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 11 Uma Shukla's essay shines at Horizon Academic Essay Prize'25

<p><strong>Uma Shukla</strong> from IBDP Grade 11 has been selected for an <strong>Excellence Award</strong> for her essay submission in the <strong>2025 Horizon Academic Essay Prize</strong>. She was ranked among the top 20% essays out of 1,952 entries. As an <strong>Excellence Award winner</strong>, she will receive a <strong>$1,000 USD scholarship to the Horizon Academic Research Program</strong>.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Celebrating Intellectual Achievement!

<p>Kanishk Kalia of Class 10A was declared a finalist in the Junior Category of the prestigious John Locke Global Essay Prize 2025.</p><p><br>His thought-provoking essay, “<em>Why do people become more boring as they grow up and grow older?</em>”, stood out among thousands of global entries, earning him a place at the Awards Ceremony &amp; Gala Dinner to be held at the iconic Grosvenor House Hotel, Mayfair, London.</p><p><br>The John Locke Global Essay Prize is one of the most respected platforms for young thinkers worldwide, celebrating original ideas, critical analysis, and intellectual curiosity.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP Year 12 Students Among Top 200 at Vivo Ignite 2025

<p>Two of our IBDP Year 12 students have made it to the <strong>Top 200 finalists out of 5600 entries</strong> in the <strong>3rd edition of Vivo Ignite: Technology &amp; Innovation Initiative!</strong></p><p><br><strong>Aryaman’s project – Rhythm of Life</strong>: An AI-powered digital stethoscope designed to detect early signs of cardiac abnormalities with remarkable accuracy, bringing innovation to healthcare diagnostics.</p><p><br><strong>Anshul’s project – PawPath</strong>: A pioneering use of wearable sensors and AI to identify early signs of arthritis, injuries, or neurological issues in pets, ensuring timely care for animal well-being.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kian Mehta Shines at HKIMO Finals 2025

<p>We are delighted to share that Kian Mehta of IBDP Grade 12 has secured a Bronze Award at the Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad (HKIMO) Finals 2025, in the Senior Secondary group.</p><p><br>The HKIMO is a prestigious international competition that brings together some of the world's most talented young mathematicians.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Achievement for IBDP Year 12 Khushi Bihani

<p>Khushi Bihani of Year 12 qualified in Round 1 of the Grand Test with the Highest Distinction and was also recognised as a Regional Top 6 scorer in India, with an exceptional score of 297/300.</p><p><br>In the final round, Khushi continued her winning streak, placing among the International Top 10 performers in the Integrated Test with an outstanding 194/200.</p><p><br>Her combined performance in the test and team presentation earned her a prestigious Silver Medal at the global stage.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Recognition for Uma Shukla at the John Locke Institute 2025!

<p>Uma Shukla, IBDP Year 11, has been shortlisted in the Philosophy Category of the prestigious <em>John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize 2025</em>.</p><p><br>This year’s competition received an overwhelming 63,328 essays from across the world, with the shortlist drawn from the top 18.65% of submissions.</p><p><br>To honour her remarkable achievement, Uma has been cordially invited to attend the Black-Tie Awards Ceremony &amp; Gala Dinner on Saturday, 4 October 2025, at Grosvenor House Hotel, Mayfair, London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Debating Excellence on a Global Stage!

<p>Apoorv Gupta of IBDP Year 11 and his team secured a place among the Top 4 teams at the Asia World Schools Debating Championship (AWSDC) 2025 held in Bangkok.</p><p><br>AWSDC is one of the largest and most prestigious international debating tournaments for high schoolers, drawing participation from 64 teams and 240 debaters, including national teams from China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Korea, Japan, South Africa, Kenya, and other countries across Asia and Africa.</p><p><br>Apoorv and his team impressed through 6 preliminary rounds, advancing through the Octofinals and Quarterfinals before earning their spot in the Semifinals of this highly competitive event.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Certificate of Merit Awards by CISCE to ICSE 2025 students

<p>Nine outstanding students of the ICSE Class of 2025 have been honoured with the prestigious Certificate of Merit by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). This accolade is awarded to the top 0.1% of successful candidates in each subject nationwide, making it one of the highest recognitions for academic excellence.</p><p><br><strong>Our achievers include:</strong></p><ul><li>Sharanya Badala – History, Civics &amp; Geography</li><li>Apoorv Gupta – Mathematics, Physical Education</li><li>Jayaditya Gupta – History, Civics &amp; Geography, Mathematics</li><li>Prathmesh Khurana – Mathematics</li><li>Yatharth Khurana – History, Civics &amp; Geography, Science, Technical Drawing</li><li>Rihaan Sodhani – History, Civics &amp; Geography, Mathematics, Science, Technical Drawing</li><li>Shruti Swamy – History, Civics &amp; Geography</li><li>Anoushka Tandon – History, Civics &amp; Geography, Mathematics, Science, Computer Applications</li><li>Aarav Shah – History, Civics &amp; Geography</li></ul>

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Sudarshan Manikantan Shines at AWSDC 2025!

<p>Sudarshan Manikantan of ICSE Class 10 A proudly represented Team India at the Asia World Schools Debating Championship (AWSDC) 2025 in Bangkok.</p><p><br>Team India shone brightly - winning all 6 preliminary rounds to emerge as the top-ranked team of the tournament - and advanced to the Quarterfinals among Asia’s best debaters!</p><p><br>Congratulations, Sudarshan, on this remarkable achievement on an international platform!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Students Shine at Confluence 2025!

<p>Five talented students of DAIS participated in Confluence 2025, a multifaceted literary event that celebrated creativity, critical thinking, and oratory skills across diverse competitions. Jai Samria (IBDP G 11) &amp; Siddharth Nayak [IGCSE G9] participated in the Quiz. <strong>Rutu Yadav (IBDP G 11) &amp; Myra Jhawar (IGCSE G10) participated in Speech Writing. Jaisal Shah (IGCSE G10), Ananya Turakhia (IBDP G 11) &amp; Rutu Yadav (IBDP G 11) participated in the Debate competition</strong>.</p><p><br>The event was a vibrant platform for young voices to express their ideas and perspectives, and our students made their presence felt with passion and intellect.</p><p><br><strong>Ananya Turakhia</strong> excelled in the Turncoat Debate (Index), where she had just 15 minutes to prepare arguments both for and against the motion "This House believes that artificial intelligence erodes human creativity". Her clarity of thought and confident delivery earned her the Best Speaker – Index Award.</p><p><br><strong>Myra Jhawar</strong> showcased her originality in the Speech Writing event (Incubation). On the powerful theme "Footprints in Gaza: Make sure to carry your light, but with it carry your darkness. Carry your exults, metaphors, and idiosyncrasies,"" she was honoured with the Most Experimental Writer (Judge's Choice Award).</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Students Shine at the AI Fellowship Summer Program @ MIT Media Lab

<p>Three DAIS students were selected to participate in the prestigious AI Fellowship Summer Program at the MIT Media Lab, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, where young innovators from across the globe collaborated to design technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges.</p><p><br>Over the course of the program, our students explored diverse domains—from education and sustainability to assistive technology—while applying cutting-edge AI models and tools to bring their ideas to life.</p><ul><li><br>Dev Jyotika Suriya (Grade 11) developed S.H.E.I.L.A – AI Language Learning Assistant, an application designed to help learners, especially in low-resource settings, practice Hindi fluency independently. Using speech-to-text (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) technologies, Dev built a tool that provides real-time pronunciation feedback, vocabulary flashcards, and sentence-level corrections through an intuitive Streamlit interface.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Aarthit Prabhu (Grade 8) created ECOMINDER – Smart Power. Every Hour, an AI-powered household energy optimization system that uses Random Forest Regression to predict energy consumption patterns based on weather conditions. His project reflects a strong interest in sustainability and demonstrated how technology can be harnessed to promote responsible energy use.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Tvishaa Prabhu (Grade 11) designed Track My Things, a computer vision–based smart tracker for Alzheimer’s patients. Using YOLOv8 and ByteTrack, she simulated a “visual memory” system that enables patients and caregivers to locate misplaced objects with ease—bringing empathy, innovation, and practical design together in one solution.</li></ul><p><br><br><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP Year 12 Shines at the Physics World Cup’ 25

<p>We are proud to share that Krishiv Bhatia (IBDP Year 12) represented India at the <strong>International Young Physicist’s Tournament (IYPT) 2025</strong> – the world’s most prestigious school-level physics competition, often called the <strong>“Physics World Cup.”</strong></p><p><br>Held at Lund University, Sweden from 30th June to 6th July, the tournament brought together the brightest young physicists from across the globe. Krishiv was <strong>one of just five students selected to represent India</strong>, and he played a pivotal role in helping the team secure a <strong>historic first-ever Honourable Mention</strong> since India began participating in 2017.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP Year 12 Recognised as AP Scholar with Distinction

<p>Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP Year 12 has been honoured with the prestigious title of AP Scholar with Distinction for his exceptional performance across multiple Advanced Placement (AP) exams.</p><p><br>Krishiv scored the top grade of 5 in AP Psychology, AP Statistics, and AP Calculus BC. Combined with his earlier scores of 5 in AP Calculus AB and AP Physics 1, Krishiv has now achieved perfect 5s in five AP subjects.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Agastyaa Goradia of IBDP Year 12 Excels at Cornell CURM Research Competition 2025

<p>Agastyaa Goradia, a student of DAIS, has achieved remarkable success at the prestigious Cornell CURM Research Competition (Original Research).</p><p><br>This year’s competition witnessed participation from over 100 schools across 20+ countries, making it a truly global platform for young researchers to showcase their work.</p><p><br>Agastyaa’s research project, “Investigation of Hydrogels and Their Applications,” stood out for its depth, innovation, and real-world relevance. His outstanding work earned him the titles of:</p><ul><li>India Champion (Ranked No. 1 in the country)</li><li>Asia Pacific 2nd Runner-Up (Ranked No. 3 in the region)</li></ul>

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Global Recognition for Tiana Dalal of Grade 11 at CaseQuest 2025!

<p>At CaseQuest 2025 Tiana Dalal of IBDP Grade 11 on being part of the winning team, a prestigious global business and app development competition organised by CreatED, founded by Aashna Saraf, in partnership with the BITS School of Management. From over 300+ applicants across 3 countries and 40+ schools, only 50 students were selected to compete. Tiana, along with her teammates Hansika, Saanvie, and Mohnish, excelled in a four-day challenge based on a live case from Nicobar. Their innovative solution impressed a panel of industry leaders, including Rashi Sethia, Chief Strategy Officer at Nicobar.</p><p><br>As the winning team, they were awarded:</p><ul><li>A cash prize of ₹1,00,000</li><li>A Letter of Recommendation from Dr. Saravanan Kesavan, Dean of BITS School of Management</li></ul>

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Zoon Dhawan of Year 11 Shortlisted for the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize

<p>Zoon Dhawan of Grade 11, has been shortlisted from among 63,328 candidates worldwide in the History Category of the prestigious John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize.</p><p><br>Her essay, “What figure in history did most to enlarge freedom?”, stood out for its depth of analysis and originality, placing her among the top 18.65% of eligible entries globally.</p><p><br>As part of this recognition, Zoon has been invited to attend the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize Academic Conference and Gala Awards Dinner this October at Grosvenor House, Mayfair, London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah Wins Silver Honour at IAAC 2025 Prize

<p>Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Class 10 B was awarded the Silver Honour in the Final Round of the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC) 2025 in the Junior Category.</p><p><br>Competing against 12,300 participants from over 200 schools worldwide, Jaisal was placed among the top 5% globally, showcasing his exceptional aptitude in science. He scored an impressive 18 out of 20 on the highly complex Astronomy and Astrophysics final exam.</p><p><br>The competition, conducted across three levels — Qualifier, Pre-final, and Final Round — is a prestigious platform that allows students worldwide to apply their knowledge and passion for astronomy and astrophysics.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anoushka Tandon of IBDP Year 11 Shortlisted for John Locke Essay Competition

<p>Anoushka Tandon of IBDP Year 11 has been shortlisted as a Finalist in the John Locke Essay Competition 2025 in the History category. Her thought-provoking essay on “Should anyone be ashamed of their nation’s history? Should anyone be proud of it?” has earned her this distinguished honour.</p><p>As part of this recognition, Anoushka has been invited to the prestigious Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in London this October. We congratulate her on this remarkable achievement and wish her continued success as she shines on the international stage.</p>

Student Achievements

Global Achievement for Ainesh Bhuniya of Class 9 B

<p>Ainesh Bhuniya Grade 9 B has been shortlisted for the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize.</p><p>His insightful essay on the thought-provoking topic:</p><p><em>“Do you benefit more from your own freedom of speech or from other people’s?”</em></p><p>was selected from among thousands of entries worldwide, showcasing his strong analytical skills and ability to reflect deeply on issues of global importance.</p>

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National Recognition for Rachit Gianchandani of IBDP Y12

<p>Rachit Gianchandani of IBDP Grade 12 excelled in the field of community outreach and healthcare innovation. Over the past two years, Rachit has been actively engaged in projects aimed at enhancing the economic impact of outreach programs through advanced statistical analysis. His pioneering research has been published, demonstrating how data-driven insights can optimise the effectiveness of community initiatives.</p><p><br>Beyond research, Rachit has leveraged technology to expand awareness and access to inclusive healthcare for underprivileged communities. By scaling the utilisation of Ayushman Bharat PMJAY and various state public health insurance schemes, he has helped improve healthcare access, thereby contributing to the well-being and productivity of the nation.</p><p><br>Rachit’s work exemplifies a unique blend of analytical rigor, leadership, and social innovation. He presented his insights as a keynote speaker at the 9th CSR Health Impact Awards, Sustainability Hour Stand-Alone Session, New Delhi, highlighting the transformative role of health insurance in society.</p><p><br>In recognition of his dedication and impact, Rachit was awarded the CSR Health Impact – Young Achiever Award 2025 at the national level by the IHW Council, a testament to his commitment to promoting equity and driving systemic change.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) 2025

<p>Our IBDP Year 12 students excelled in the <strong>International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) 2025</strong>, held on 8th August 2025.</p><p><br>This prestigious global competition, organized by the <strong>Royal Australian Chemical Institute</strong> since 1982, challenges young minds with innovative problems that test analytical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br>Our students achieved outstanding results:</p><p><br><strong>High Distinction</strong> – Arzoo Maheshwari, Kush Batavia, Anaahat Singh Johari, Shlok Agarwal, Ishaan Surve, and Pujita Mohta</p><p><br><strong>Distinction</strong> – Pehr Hara and Shreya Mehta</p><p><br>Their stellar performance has also earned them an <strong>invitation to the 2026 ICQ Asia Camp</strong> — a 5-day international science enrichment program in Shanghai, China, scheduled for July 2026.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Om Mandloi of IGCSE Class 10 Shines Bright in John Locke Essay Competition

<p><strong>Om Mandloi</strong> of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 has been shortlisted for the <strong>Junior Category of the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize</strong>, one of the most prestigious academic competitions in the world.</p><p><br>This year, the Institute received an overwhelming <strong>63,328 essays</strong> from students worldwide. Om’s essay stood out for its depth of thought and clarity, earning him a place among the <strong>top 18.65% of entries internationally</strong> in his category.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 11 Vir Gahrotra's essay shortlisted in the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize.

<p>IBDP G 11 Vir Gahrotra's essay has been shortlisted in the Theology Category of the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize, as part of the top 18.65% essays selected from over 63,000 essays submitted across categories. His essay provided a nuanced perspective on the question, "Why pray" in the Theology category. He has been invited to London for an academic conference and awards dinner, where the prize-winners will be announced.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aaryav Bagaria of IGCSE Grade 10 Excels at International Chemistry Quiz

<p>Aaryav Bagaria of IGCSE Grade 10-C has brought immense pride to the school by excelling at the International Chemistry Quiz conducted by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.</p><p><br>With an exceptional score of 29 out of 30, Aaryav secured a High Distinction, placing him among the Top 10 students internationally. His remarkable performance is a reflection of his hard work, analytical skills, and passion for the sciences.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vihaan Pachisia IGCSE G 9 wins bronze at HKIMO

<p>Vihaan Pachisia, IGCSE Grade 9B was awarded a Bronze for his outstanding performance at the international final round 2025 for Secondary 2 of the prestigious HKIMO (Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad)</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith Narang of IGCSE Grade 10 Excels at the International Chemistry Quiz 2025!

<p>Jashith Narang of DAIS IGCSE Grade 10 C has achieved an outstanding High Distinction in the International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) 2025, organised by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute in collaboration with UNSW Sydney’s School of Chemistry.</p><p><br>This prestigious competition saw participation from over one lakh students across 21 countries, making Jashith’s achievement truly remarkable.</p><p><br>Adding to his success, Jashith has also qualified for the 2026 ICQ Asia Camp to be held in Shanghai in July 2026</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Surve of DAIS IBDP Class 12 Featured in BizzBuzz for Startup Praakruti

<p>Ishaan Surve, a Class 12 IBDP student at DAIS, was featured on the front page of BizzBuzz on 28th April 2025 for his innovative startup, Praakruti, which empowers tribal youth across India by providing them with a sustainable second income source.</p><p><br>Started in 2023, Praakruti inspires environmental consciousness by offering eco-friendly DIY kits and engaging communities in projects that protect biodiversity and wetlands. The startup has already reached over 9,500 eco-conscious individuals and is generating significant social impact while nurturing entrepreneurial skills among tribal youth.</p><p><br>Ishaan’s commitment extends beyond business—he actively works with villages through workshops, theatre groups, and interactive sessions to raise awareness about environmental issues such as water pollution, plastic use, and sustainable land practices.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Akaash Das of IBDP Y11 awarded a Commendation in the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize

<p>Akaash Das of DAIS IBDP Year 11 has been awarded a Commendation in the Politics Category of the prestigious John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize.</p><p><br>His essay, “Diversity is Fashionable, but is it Valuable?”, explores how genuine inclusion gives true meaning to society’s celebration of diversity — placing him among the top young thinkers worldwide!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Myra Jhawar of IGCSE G10 Receives Very High Commendation in the John Locke Institute 2025

<p>Myra Jhawar of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 C has been awarded a Very High Commendation in the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize. Her essay, titled “Why do people become more boring as they grow up and grow older?”, stood out for its wit, originality, and philosophical insight. This distinction is awarded to approximately 1% of essayists globally.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Naisha Kanodia of IGCSE G9 Shortlisted for John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize

<p>Naisha Kanodia of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 C was shortlisted for the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious essay competitions that encourages students to think critically and express their ideas with clarity and depth.</p><p><br>She attended the John Locke Institute Awards held in London, where shortlisted candidates from across the world gathered to celebrate academic excellence and intellectual curiosity.</p><p><br>In recognition of her exceptional essay, Naisha was also awarded a $500 scholarship towards the John Locke Summer School, a programme designed to nurture young thinkers and future leaders.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Outstanding Debating Feat by Nirvaan Khanna of IGCSE Class 8 D!

<p>Nirvaan Khanna of Class 8 D, along with his partner Sheel Mehta from Ahmedabad International School, achieved an exceptional milestone at the Northwestern University Public Forum Invitational Debate Championships.</p><p><br>Competing against 54 teams from across the globe, Nirvaan and Sheel demonstrated remarkable critical thinking, persuasive communication, and teamwork to secure the Runner-Up position after advancing through nine intense elimination rounds.</p><p><br>Adding to this stellar performance, Nirvaan was also honoured with the 3rd Best Speaker Award — a testament to his eloquence, analytical depth, and debating skill.</p><p><br>Congratulations to Nirvaan on this outstanding international achievement!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kannan Sanjay of IGCSE G9 Excels at UC Berkeley’s Academic Talent Development Program

<p>Kannan Sanjay of IGCSE Grade 9 D has successfully completed the Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) course titled <em>“Exploring Data Science with Python”</em>, conducted by the University of California, Berkeley in May 2025.</p><p><br>Kannan’s admission to this prestigious and highly selective program was secured through his recognition as an Ei ASSET Talent Search Gold Scholar 2024, a Pan-India Talent Search initiative.</p><p><br>Demonstrating exemplary analytical and programming skills, Kannan earned a Distinction in the course, showcasing his aptitude for computational thinking and data-driven problem-solving.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sudarshan Manikantan of ICSE Class 10 Triumphs at Columbia University Debate Tournament

<p>Sudarshan Manikantan of DAIS IGCSE 10A showcased exceptional debating prowess at the prestigious <strong>Inter-Varsity British Parliamentary Debate Tournament</strong> conducted by the <strong>Columbia University Debate Society, New York</strong>.</p><p><br>The tournament saw participation from over <strong>200 debaters</strong> representing renowned universities such as <strong>Oxford, Dartmouth, Babson, Cornell</strong>, and many others.</p><p><br>After qualifying through five intense preliminary rounds, Sudarshan, along with his teammate (Team name: <em>Legendary Pokemons</em>), advanced through the knockout stages and emerged <strong>Champions in the ESL (English as a Second Language) Category</strong>, winning both the semifinals and finals.</p><p><br>In addition, Sudarshan achieved the remarkable distinction of being adjudged the <strong>5th Best Speaker of the Tournament</strong>, standing out as the <strong>only high school participant</strong> among university-level debaters.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vihaan Saxena of IGCSE G9B Shortlisted for John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize

<p>Vihaan Saxena of IGCSE Class 9 B has been shortlisted for the Junior Category of the John Locke Institute 2025 Global Essay Prize — one of the most prestigious international essay competitions.</p><p><br>This year, 63,328 essays were submitted from across the globe, with the shortlist representing the top 18.65% of entries. Vihaan’s essay explored the intriguing question: <em>“Who is More Powerful: Donald Trump or Elon Musk?”</em></p><p><br>To honour his achievement, Vihaan has been invited to the Awards Ceremony &amp; Gala Dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Mayfair, London.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Nipun Saha of IGCSE Class 10 won Gold Medal at the Vanda National Junior Science Olympiad

<p>Nipun Saha of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 C has won a Gold Medal at the <em>Vanda National Junior Science Olympiad 2025</em>.</p><p><br>Nipun’s outstanding performance earned him School Rank 1, Country Rank 18, and Global Rank 22, a remarkable feat in this prestigious international competition that celebrates analytical thinking, creativity, and scientific excellence.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Surve of IBDP Y12 publishes “A Machine Learning Based Synergistic Swarm Drone System: Mynah”

<p><strong>Ishaan Surve of IBDP Year 12</strong> has published his research paper titled <em>“A Machine Learning Based Synergistic Swarm Drone System: Mynah”</em> in the prestigious <strong>Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 2025</strong>.</p><p><br>Ishaan presented his paper at the <strong>International Conference on Visual Analytics and Data Visualization (ICVADV)</strong> in March 2025, where his work was highly recognised for its contribution to ensuring <strong>food security and resilience</strong> through innovative technology.</p><p><br>The ICVADV conference focuses on the research, development, and application aspects of <strong>visual analytics and data visualization</strong>, and Ishaan’s pioneering work stood out for its interdisciplinary approach and real-world impact.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Lakshya Hirawat of IBDP Y12 won Bronze at Eskom International Science Fair

<p>Lakshya Hirawat of IBDP Grade 12 has been awarded the Bronze Medal in the <em>Engineering</em> category at the 45th Eskom International Science Fair (ISF), held in Johannesburg, South Africa.</p><p><br>Lakshya earned this prestigious opportunity by qualifying through the IRIS National Fair, where he was a finalist.</p><p><br>His research project, which focuses on innovative engineering solutions, was also presented at the International Conference on Business and Technology 2025, hosted by Cardiff University.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ainesh Bhuniya of IGCSE Class 9 Earns Commendation at John Locke Institute 2025

<p>Ainesh Bhuniya of IGCSE Class 9 B received a Commendation in the prestigious John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize 2025.</p><p><br>His essay on <em>“Do you benefit more from your own freedom of speech or from other people’s?”</em> was shortlisted among global entries — celebrating his depth, clarity, and critical thinking.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Recognition for Vir Gahrotra of IBDP Y11 at John Locke 2025!

<p>Vir Gahrotra of IBDP Year 11 has been awarded a USD 750 scholarship and received a Very High Commendation in the Theology category of the John Locke Institute Global Essay Competition 2025.</p><p><br>With over 63,000 participants worldwide, this recognition places Vir among the top 1% globally, celebrating his exceptional analytical thinking, depth of understanding, and eloquence in exploring philosophical ideas.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global 2nd Rank for Praneet Agarwal of IGCSE G8 at ICODE Global Hackathon 2025!

<p><strong>Praneet Agarwal</strong> of <strong>DAIS IGCSE Grade 8D</strong> has secured the <strong>Global 2nd Rank</strong> in the <strong>ICODE Global Hackathon 2025 – Python Beginners Category</strong>.</p><p><br>The competition, which began in <strong>May 2025</strong>, witnessed participation from young coders across the world. It comprised multiple challenging rounds — starting from the <strong>Qualifiers</strong>, advancing to the <strong>Zonal</strong> and <strong>National</strong> stages, and culminating in the <strong>Global Finals</strong> last weekend.</p><p><br>Praneet’s journey from achieving an <strong>All-India Rank of 8</strong> at the National Level to finishing <strong>2nd globally</strong> reflects his remarkable problem-solving abilities, programming skills, and perseverance.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Gayatri Srivastava Receives High Commendation at John Locke Essay Prize 2025

<p>Gayatri Srivastava of DAIS IBDP Grade 11 has received a <em>High Commendation</em> at the prestigious <strong>John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize 2025</strong> and has also been awarded a <strong>USD 500 scholarship</strong> towards any of the Institute’s summer programs.</p><p><br>Her essay, titled <em>“What is Self-Deceit?”</em> written under the <strong>Psychology category</strong>, showcased her analytical depth, intellectual curiosity, and originality of thought.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arush Loonkar of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 A shines in Mathematics and Debate hosted at Harvard University

<p>Arush Loonkar of DAIS IGCSE Class 9A has showcased exceptional academic and analytical prowess with outstanding achievements at two prestigious international platforms.</p><p><br>At the Speech &amp; Debate India Tournament hosted at Harvard University, Arush demonstrated remarkable communication and critical thinking skills, securing:</p><ul><li><strong>9th Place – High School Novice Speaker Awards</strong></li><li><strong>12th Place – High School Novice Top 13 Team Seeds</strong> (along with Vihaan Sen, DAIS)</li></ul><p>Adding to his accolades, Arush was also awarded the <strong>Silver Award</strong> in the <strong>Fermat Mathematical Olympiad 2025–26</strong>, a renowned global competition that celebrates creative problem-solving and mathematical excellence.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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IBDP G 12 Devdutt Patel wins Gold at HKIMO and SASMO 2025

<p><strong>Devdutt Patel</strong> of IBDP Year 12 achieved an outstanding milestone by winning the <strong>Gold Award at the Hong Kong International Mathematics Olympiad (HKIMO) Finals'25</strong> in the Senior Secondary Group. In addition, he also secured a <strong>Gold Award at the Singapore and Asian School Math Olympiad (SASMO) '25</strong> which placed him at an impressive Global Rank of 21 and Country Rank of 12.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Celebrating Aanvi Malpani’s Outstanding Global Achievements

<p>Aanvi Malpani of IGCSE Class 9 B earned remarkable international recognition across two prestigious platforms.</p><p><br>She received a Very High Commendation in the John Locke Global Essay 2025 (Psychology category) — one of the world’s most respected essay competitions that encourages critical thinking, academic research skills, and independent thought.</p><p><br>In addition, she was also honoured with the Bronze Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, the world’s oldest international writing competition, which received over 53,000 entries from 56 member nations.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Gold at QCEC 2025 and UKMT: A Dual Triumph for Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP Y12

<p>Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP Year 12 has achieved an exceptional dual accomplishment, showcasing excellence in both literary and mathematical domains.</p><p><br>He has won the Gold Award at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international schools’ writing competition. This year saw a record-breaking 53,434 entries from across the 55 Commonwealth nations, making his achievement truly outstanding. Krishiv’s essay stood out for its depth, creativity, and powerful engagement with global themes, placing him among the top young writers internationally.</p><p><br>In addition to this remarkable literary honour, Krishiv has also demonstrated extraordinary mathematical prowess. He earned a Gold Medal in the UKMT – UK Senior Mathematical Challenge with an exceptional score of 117/125. His high score has qualified him for the British Mathematical Olympiad (BMO) Round 1, one of the most rigorous and selective problem-solving contests for pre-university students worldwide.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ananya Mehta of IGCSE Class 9C has been awarded the prestigious Gold in the QCEC 2025!

<p>Ananya Mehta of DAIS IGCSE Class 9C has been awarded the prestigious Gold Certificate in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025 for her impactful piece titled “Sisterhood, Sorrows and Sacrifice.”</p><p><br>In her essay, Ananya thoughtfully examines the struggles of the four sisters in Little Women and draws powerful parallels to the challenges faced by young women today. Her insightful comparison, depth of reflection, and expressive writing earned her recognition in a year of exceptional global participation.</p><p><br>This year’s competition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth nations, marking a remarkable 53% increase from 2024.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kimaya Jagtap of IGCSE Grade 9 C won Silver Award in the QCEC 2025!

<p>Kimaya Jagtap of IGCSE Class 9 C has been awarded the Silver Award at the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. This year marked a historic participation milestone, with 53,434 entries submitted from 56 Commonwealth countries.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Myra Arora of IGCSE G9 Wins Gold at the QCEC 2025

<p>Myra Arora of IGCSE Class 9 C has been awarded the Gold Award for her essay on 'Greener Grasses' in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone for the competition, with a record-breaking 53,434 entries from across the 56 member countries of the Commonwealth, making Myra’s achievement truly exceptional</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anoushka Shah of IBDP Year Wins CREST Gold Award for her Research Project

<p>Anoushka Shah of IBDP Grade 12 has been awarded the CREST Gold Award for her research paper and application ShwasAR – An Interactive Augmented Reality–based Mobile Application.</p><p><br>Anoushka’s paper, which was earlier selected for Round 2 of the prestigious ST Yau High School Award, was submitted to the CREST Awards, where it received high acclaim for its innovation, technical depth, and real-world applicability.</p><p><br>Her project, ShwasAR, integrates augmented reality with an interactive mobile interface to create an engaging and immersive learning experience, showcasing her remarkable proficiency in both research and technology.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Armaan Jindal of IGCSE Class 10 B - High Commendation- John Locke Institute Essay Competition

<p>Armaan Jindal of DAIS Class 10B has been awarded a High Commendation in the internationally renowned John Locke Institute Essay Competition 2025 in the History category.</p><p><br>This year, the competition received an extraordinary 63,328 entries from students across the world, making it one of the most competitive academic essay contests globally. Armaan’s recognition places him in the top 3% of all submissions.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Somya Jain of IBDP Grade 11 Wins Bronze in QCEC 2025

<p>Somya Jain of IBDP Grade 11 has been awarded a Bronze Medal in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025.</p><p><br>The QCEC, conducted by the Royal Commonwealth Society since 1883, is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools, attracting over 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth countries this year.</p><p><br>Somya’s chosen topic — <em>“From tiny seeds to large redwoods, trees and plants experience changes and growth throughout their life cycles. Write a story about the life journey of a plant growing in the centre of your community; what does it experience?”</em> — beautifully reflected her creativity, sensitivity, and global perspective.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Apoorv Gupta of IBDP Year 11 won the Bronze Award at Queen's Commonwealth Essay 2025

<p>Apoorv Gupta of IBDP Grade 11 has been awarded the Bronze Award in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025 — the world’s oldest and largest international writing competition for schools.</p><p><br>This year, QCEC received 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth member countries, making Apoorv’s achievement truly commendable.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Siddhant Parikh of IGCSE G9 wins Gold in Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025.

<p>Siddhant Parikh of IGCSE Grade 9C has earned the Gold Award in the Senior category of the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international schools’ writing competition.</p><p><br>This year marked a record-breaking participation, with 53,434 entries from across the 55 Commonwealth nations. Siddhant’s work distinguished itself among thousands of submissions from talented young writers around the globe.</p><p><br>Of the three topics offered, Siddhant chose to reimagine a well-known Indian folklore in an innovative and thought-provoking way. His piece revisits the Mahabharata legend of Eklavya, unfolding through a surprising multiverse encounter with Karna. Through this imaginative retelling, Siddhant transforms a familiar narrative into a powerful critique of injustice, systemic exclusion, and meritocracy.</p><p><br>By reframing ancient characters in a contemporary lens, he highlights the timeless moral questions embedded in folklore—reminding readers that stories from our past continue to shape our conversations on fairness, dignity, and equality.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ananya Mehta (9C)& Viha Gahrotra (8A) 2nd Place at E-Bridge Junior Nationals' 25

<p>Ananya Mehta of IGCSE Class 9 C and Viha Gahrotra <a href="https://www.nmajs.edu.in/">NMAJS</a> MYP Class 8 A achieved an impressive 2nd place finish at the E-Bridge Junior Nationals Tournament.</p><p><br>Competing in a field that included participants across age categories up to U26, Ananya and Viha demonstrated exceptional strategy, presence of mind, and teamwork. Their remarkable performance in a challenging, mixed-age national environment reflects their strong analytical skills and mature understanding of competitive bridge.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Eva Gupta OF IGCSE G9 Wins Gold at the QCEC 2025!

<p>Eva Gupta, a student of IGCSE Class 9 A, has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025 for her essay on the theme: “National legends and folklore can take us on a journey through history and culture.” Organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, the QCEC is the world’s oldest international writing competition.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone with a record-breaking 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth nations—a 53% increase from 2024. Amid this extraordinary global participation, Eva’s achievement shines as a testament to her exceptional creativity, insightful thinking, and powerful writing.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arush Loonkar of IGCSE Class 9 A won Silver Award in the Queen's Commonwealth Essay 2025

<p>Arush Loonkar of IGCSE Class 9A has been awarded the prestigious Silver Award in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025.</p><p><br>This year’s competition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from students across 56 Commonwealth countries, reflecting a remarkable 53% increase from last year. Among such exceptional global participation, Arush’s achievement stands out as a testament to his creativity, insight, and strong writing abilities.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ria Subramanian of IGCSE Class 9 D won Gold Award at QCEC 2025!

<p>Ria Subramanian of DAIS IGCSE Class 9D has been awarded the Gold Award for her exceptional submission in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition.</p><p><br>Her essay stood out among 53,434 entries received from talented young writers across all 56 member countries of the Commonwealth.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Naira Negandhi of IGCSE Class 9 C won Silver Award in QCEC 2025!

<p>Naira Negandhi of DAIS IGCSE Class 9C has been awarded the prestigious Silver Award in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sanaaya Joisher of IGCSE Class 9 A won Bronze Award in QCEC 2025!

<p>Sanaaya Joisher of IGCSE Class 9 A has been honoured with the Bronze Award at the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone for the competition, with a record-breaking 53,434 entries received from across 56 Commonwealth countries—a remarkable 53% increase compared to last year.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Subramanian of IGCSE Class 9 B won Silver Award QCEC 2025!

<p>Ishaan Subramanian of DAIS IGCSE Class 9B has been awarded the Silver Award at the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025.</p><p><br>This global competition, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from students across the 56 Commonwealth countries — marking a remarkable 53% increase from last year.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Alaina Goyal of IGCSE Grade 9 C Wins Bronze Award QCEC 2025!

<p>Alaina Goyal of IGCSE Grade 9C has been awarded the Bronze Award in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year’s competition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from across 56 Commonwealth countries, reflecting the extraordinary talent and global participation at this renowned literary event. Alaina’s achievement stands out as a testament to her creativity, clarity of expression, and thoughtful writing.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Agastyaa Goradia Shines with Silver at the QCEC 2025!

<p>Agastyaa Goradia of IBDP Year 12 has been awarded the Silver Award at the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025.</p><p><br>This year’s competition marked a historic milestone, receiving a record-breaking 53,434 entries from across the 56 Commonwealth nations — a remarkable 53% increase from 2024.</p><p><br>What makes Agastyaa’s achievement even more exceptional is that this is the third consecutive year that he has earned the Silver Award for his creative writing, demonstrating consistent excellence, originality, and a strong command of literary expression.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kanav of Class 10 A wins the Gold Award in QCEC 2025

<p>Kanav Jain of DAIS ICSE Class 10 A was awarded the Gold Award in the Senior Category of the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year’s edition was <em>historic</em>, attracting a record-breaking 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth countries—a remarkable 53% increase from the previous year.</p><p><br>Kanav’s achievement stands out on this highly competitive global platform, reflecting his exceptional writing skills, creativity, and depth of thought.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IGCSE G9, Mihika Daga's Artwork shortlisted for Falmouth University’s Creative Challenge 2025!

<p>Mihika Daga of IGCSE Class 9 A has earned a prestigious recognition as her artwork has been shortlisted for Falmouth University’s Creative Challenge 2025.</p><p><br>This is the first international art competition hosted by Falmouth University, themed “2025 Reimagined – What World Would You Like to Live In?” Falmouth’s Games Academy is globally renowned, ranked 13th in the world for undergraduate game design in the <em>2025 Princeton Review</em>.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Keyaan Shah of IBDP Y12 won Gold at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition '25

<p><strong>Keyaan Shah of IBDP Grade 12</strong> has won a <strong>Gold Award</strong> at <em>The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025</em>, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year’s theme, <strong>“Our Commonwealth Journey,”</strong> invited students to explore cultural connections and shared heritage through creative writing.</p><p><br>His award-winning essay, <strong>“The Final Ring: A Journey of Bharat Chakravartin,”</strong> offers a compelling, modern retelling of an ancient Indian legend in response to the theme <strong>“Our Commonwealth Journey.”</strong></p><p><br>With <strong>53,434 entries from 56 countries</strong>, this year was one of the most competitive editions yet.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Pujita Mohta of Y12 won Top International Awards in 2 Prestigious Global Writing Competitions

<p>Pujita Mohta of IBDP Year 12 for achieving outstanding international recognition across two highly competitive global platforms.</p><p><br><strong>Gold Award — Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025</strong></p><p>Pujita has been awarded the Gold Award, the highest honour at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025 — the world’s oldest international writing competition.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone with 53,434 entries from across 56 Commonwealth nations.</p><p><br>Her award-winning essay, titled “Not All Magic Is in Wands,” responded to the prompt inspired by Her Majesty Queen Camilla:</p><p><br><em>“Human beings have always needed the connection of literature – its wisdom as well as its sheer escapism. Books can take us on journeys to the wildest and most unexpected places! Write about a time a book took you on a journey; how did it affect you?”</em></p><p><br><strong>Academic Distinction Award — Immerse Education Essay Competition</strong></p><p><br>In addition to her QCEC achievement, Pujita also received the Academic Distinction Award in the Immerse Education Essay Competition, placing her essay among the <em>top international submissions</em>.</p><p><br>Her essay, titled “How do rehabilitation programmes help prevent former prisoners from committing more crimes?”, earned her both international recognition and a £500 scholarship towards an Immerse in-person programme.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anaaya Angrish of IBDP Y12 Shines at the Society for Neuroscience Conference '25

<p>Anaaya Angrish of IBDP Year 12 shone brightly at the prestigious Society for Neuroscience (SfN) Annual Conference 2025, held in San Diego, USA.</p><p><br>This global conference is one of the world’s largest and most competitive platforms for neuroscience research, attracting submissions from top universities, medical schools, and research institutes across continents. The selection process for poster presenters is highly rigorous, with only a limited number of abstracts being accepted.</p><p><br>Anaaya stood out as one of the youngest—if not the youngest—presenters at the conference, sharing the stage with PhD scholars, postdoctoral researchers, and established scientists. Her acceptance into this international forum is not just an honour, but a remarkable milestone for a 17-year-old aspiring researcher.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ilina Avasthi of G10 won Silver at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition '25

<p>Ilina Avasthi of IGCSE Class 10 C has been awarded the Silver Award in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone, with the competition receiving an unprecedented 53,434 entries from across the 56 Commonwealth nations. Ilina’s achievement stands out on this global stage, reflecting her strong writing skills, thoughtful expression, and creative ability to engage with complex themes.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vedansh Saha of IBDP Y11 won Bronze at Iranian Combinatorics Olympiad (Advanced Category)

<p>Vedansh Saha of DAIS IBDP Year 11 has won the Bronze Medal in the Advanced Category at the Iranian Combinatorics Olympiad, a highly competitive international mathematics tournament featuring teams from 65 countries.</p><p><br>Vedansh led his team, Nimber Tweedlers, through a rigorous selection process. In the first round, his team finished second across India, securing qualification for the finals. The final round challenged teams with seven non-routine mathematical problems to be solved within five hours — a strenuous test of creativity, problem-solving, and endurance.</p><p><br>In the finals, Vedansh’s team placed first in India and 19th globally, earning the Bronze Medal in the advanced category. Notably, they are the only Indian team to finish inside the global top 20 in this category.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sara Hulyalkar of DAIS IBDP Y11 Wins CREST Gold Award

<p>Sara Hulyalkar of DAIS IBDP Year 11 has been awarded the Crest Gold Award for her innovative project that transforms traditional study notes into immersive soundscapes to enhance learning efficiency, focus, and retention.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Krishiv Gupta of IBDP Y11 won Gold Award in QCEC 2025!

<p>Krishiv Gupta has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award at The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, one of the world’s oldest and most renowned international writing competitions.</p><p><br>This year marked a historic milestone, with the competition receiving 53,434 entries from across 56 member nations of the Commonwealth—a remarkable 53% increase from 2024.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arnav Gupta of ICSE G10 awarded the Silver Award in QCEC '25!

<p><strong>Arnav Gupta of DAIS ICSE Class 10 A has been awarded the Silver Award in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025</strong>, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious international writing competitions.</p><p><br>This year, the competition received a <strong>record-breaking 53,434 entries</strong> from students across <strong>54 Commonwealth countries</strong>, making Arnav’s achievement truly remarkable.</p><p><br><strong>“Books can take us on journeys to the wildest and most unexpected places! Write about a time a book took you on a journey; how did it affect you?”</strong></p><p><br>Through a thoughtful and reflective narrative, Arnav shared how literature has the power to inspire, influence, and transform perspectives. His writing stood out for its depth, creativity, and emotional insight.</p><p><br><strong>We congratulate Arnav on this exceptional honour and celebrate his outstanding literary accomplishment!</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Surve of IBDP Y12 wins Gold Award in 3 International Olympiads

<p><strong>Ishaan Surve of DAIS IBDP Class 12 has shone bright at the major international Olympiads. Competing in the Senior Secondary Group, Ishaan has won three prestigious Gold Awards at globally recognised platforms:</strong></p><ul><li>Gold Award – Hong Kong International Science Olympiad (HKISO) 2025</li><li>Gold Award – Siam Science and Math International Olympics (SISMO) 2025</li><li>Gold Award – Hong Kong International Computational Olympiad (HKICO) 2025</li></ul><p>These Olympiads attract talented students from across the world and are known for their rigorous problem-solving challenges in science, mathematics, and computational thinking.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ainesh Bhuniya of IGCSE G 9 shines at Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO)

<p>Ainesh Bhuniya of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 B has achieved an impressive milestone at the Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) 2025–2026, held in November 2025. Competing in a highly challenging field of students from across the country, Ainesh earned a Distinction and secured a place among the Top 50 students in India in the Grade 9–10 category.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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vAgastyaa Goradia of IBDP Y 12 Honoured with REX Karmaveer Global Fellowship & Karmaveer Chakra Award

<p>Agastyaa Goradia has been conferred for the prestigious REX Karmaveer Global Fellowship and the Karmaveer Chakra Award, an international honour recognising individuals who drive meaningful social change. This global civilian award, instituted by iCONGO (International Confederation of NGOs) in partnership with the United Nations, is a tribute to the legacy of visionary leaders Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam and Nelson Mandela.</p><p><br>The award was presented on 26th November 2025 (Constitution Day / Samvidhan Divas) at the Karmaveer Global Fellowship event in Delhi NCR.</p><p><br>What makes this recognition especially remarkable is that Agastyaa is only 17 years old, and yet he has been consistently working as a changemaker for the past five years. His initiatives have centred around two impactful causes:</p><p><br>Destigmatizing mental health challenges among teenagers and creating safe spaces for emotional well-being.</p><ul><li>Empowering tribal children through STEM education, providing access to learning content, books, tools, and mentorship.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Through sustained commitment, empathy, and leadership, Agastyaa has demonstrated how young people can become powerful catalysts for social transformation.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ainesh Bhuniya of IGCSE G9 won Silver Award in Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition' 25!

<p>Ainesh Bhuniya of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 B has been awarded the Silver Award at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, the world’s oldest international writing competition.</p><p><br>This year’s edition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from 56 countries, making Ainesh’s achievement truly exceptional.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arnav Gupta of IGCSE G9 won the Gold Award in Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition' 25!

<p>Arnav Gupta of DAIS IGCSE Class 9D has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025, the world’s oldest international school writing competition.</p><p><br>This year’s competition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from students across 56 Commonwealth nations, making Arnav’s achievement truly exceptional.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Samyak Sharma of IGCSE G8D won Gold Award at the American Math Olympiad (AMO)

<p>Samyak Sharma of DAIS IGCSE Class 8D achieved an outstanding milestone by receiving the Gold Award at the American Math Olympiad (AMO) 2025.</p><p><br>AMO is a globally recognised competition that assesses deep conceptual understanding, logical reasoning, and advanced problem-solving abilities. Earning a Gold Award places Samyak among the top-performing mathematics students internationally.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Navya Thali of IGCSE G9 won Silver Award in Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition '25

<p>Navya Thali of DAIS IGCSE Class 9B has been awarded the Silver Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, the world’s oldest international writing competition.</p><p><br>This year’s edition witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth countries, reflecting the scale and prestige of the platform. Navya’s Silver Award places her among the top young writers across the Commonwealth and highlights her exceptional creativity, thoughtful expression, and strong writing skills.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kavya Mangal of ICSE Class 10 A won Gold Award at QCEC' 25

<p>Kavya Mangal of DAIS ICSE Class 10A has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, the world’s oldest international writing competition. This year’s edition received a record 53,434 entries from 56 Commonwealth countries, making her achievement truly remarkable.</p><p><br>Kavya’s winning piece, <em>Small Silent Strong</em>, responded to the prompt:</p><p><br>“From tiny seeds to large redwoods, trees and plants experience changes and growth throughout their life cycles. Write a story about the life journey of a plant growing in the centre of your community; what does it experience?”</p><p><br>Her story stood out for its depth, creativity, emotional resonance, and its ability to personify the natural world in a meaningful and thought-provoking way.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Grade 10 B won Bronze in Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition

<p>Jaisal Shah of DAIS IGCSE Class 10B has been awarded the Bronze Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, in the Senior Category.</p><p><br>The 2025 edition of QCEC witnessed a record-breaking 53,434 entries from students across 56 Commonwealth countries, making Jaisal’s recognition a noteworthy achievement on a truly global literary platform.</p><p><br>For his essay, Jaisal responded to the Senior Category prompt:</p><p><br><em>“National legends and folklore can take us on a journey through history and culture. Retell a famous folklore from your own or another Commonwealth country in a surprising way.”</em></p><p><br>He creatively reimagined the folklore of Akbar’s Navratnas—the nine distinguished scholars, artists, and strategists of Emperor Akbar’s court—retelling the narrative in a Shakespearean style, blending Indian history with classical Western literary elements.</p><p><br>This accomplishment marks Jaisal’s third consecutive year of success at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition, having previously won a Silver Award and a Gold Finalist Award in earlier editions.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarav Gupta of IGCSE G10 Performs at NCPA’s “Sound of Emotions” Concert

<p>Aarav Gupta of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B was one of the lead performers at the concert “Sound of Emotions”, held at the prestigious National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)</p><p><br>Aarav, who has been training for several years in piano and Western vocals, delivered a standout performance that seamlessly brought together both disciplines. During the concert, he performed a piano duet rendition of <em>“Talking to the Moon”</em> — a technically demanding and relatively rare format in which two pianists perform simultaneously on the same piano.</p><p><br>Taking the challenge further, Aarav also sang the vocal parts while playing the piano, showcasing exceptional musical coordination, confidence, and artistic maturity. His performance was a testament to his dedication, versatility, and passion for music.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Samyak Sharma of IGCSE Grade 8 D won Bronze at WMTC 2025!

<p>Samyak Sharma of DAIS IGCSE Grade 8D represented DAIS at the World Mathematics Team Championship (WMTC), held in Thailand, and delivered an impressive performance on the international stage.</p><p><br>Competing against talented young mathematicians from across the world, Samyak was awarded the Bronze Medal in the Individual Round, reflecting his strong analytical skills, mathematical reasoning, and ability to perform under competitive global conditions.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Om Mandloi of IGCSE G9 Wins Gold at QCEC 2025 - Second Year in a Row!

<p>Om Mandloi of IGCSE Class 9 B has won the Gold Award in <em>The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025</em>, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international writing competition.</p><p><br>What makes this accomplishment even more extraordinary is that this is Om’s second consecutive year securing the Gold Award, a rare achievement that highlights his exceptional talent, consistency, and dedication to the craft of writing.</p><p><br>This year’s competition saw a record-breaking 53,434 entries from students across 56 Commonwealth nations, marking a remarkable 53% increase in participation from last year.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Varun Bakshi Receives Global King Constantine Recognition!

<p>Varun Bakshi of DAIS has been awarded the prestigious King Constantine Medal for his sustained work in advancing gender equality and social justice. His inspiring journey has also been featured in <em>Round Square Weekly</em>, recognising exceptional contributions across the global Round Square community.</p><p><br>Over several years, Varun has worked at the grassroots level in rural Haryana, challenging patriarchal norms through workshops with nearly 1,000 adolescent boys in collaboration with the Selfie With Daughter Foundation. His initiatives include establishing a girls-only library with 865 books, leading menstrual hygiene awareness programmes, and introducing campaigns such as <em>Nameplates of Equality</em> to prompt reflection on women’s identity and ownership.</p><p><br>Varun has also contributed to national campaigns including <em>Beti Hui Hai</em> and the gender equality pledge signed by one million students. At just 17, his achievement reflects remarkable commitment and inclusive leadership. He is currently taking a gap year to work full-time on the <em>Lado Panchayat</em> initiative, strengthening girls’ participation in local governance and addressing issues such as child marriage and female infanticide.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vihaan Saxena of IGCSE G9 Earns Silver Star Medal as City Emerging Best Seller

<p>Vihaan Saxena of <strong>IGCSE Class 9 B</strong> has achieved a notable literary milestone through his participation in the <strong>NYAF</strong>, where he authored and published his debut book, <em>Between Light and Silence</em>, in the <strong>science fiction</strong> genre.</p><p><br>The book was published by <strong>Bribooks</strong> and has since received encouraging reader reviews, along with steady sales across the city. In recognition of this success, Vihaan has been awarded the <strong>Silver Star Medal</strong> as a <strong>City Emerging Best Seller</strong>.</p><p><br>With strong momentum and growing readership, Vihaan is now just <strong>nine copies away from achieving the Gold Medal</strong>, reflecting both the quality of his writing and the enthusiasm with which his work has been received.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Devdutt Patel of IBDP Class 12 Develops a Cooling Vest with Real-World Impact

<p>Devdutt Patel of IBDP Year 12 turned empathy into innovation by developing a Phase-Change Material (PCM) Cooling Vest to address heat stress faced by outdoor workers.</p><p><br>Inspired by the school security guards who stand in the heat for over eight hours daily, Devdutt designed the vest as a solution to keep them safe and comfortable. After months of research, he tested and refined his prototype at the Godrej R&amp;D facility in Pirangut, incorporating direct feedback from the guards.</p><p><br>The response was overwhelmingly positive, encouraging Devdutt to expand the initiative beyond campus. His project has since received a purchase order for 350 units for construction workers and is now moving into pilot deployments with traffic police and municipal workers, in collaboration with Leap-Cities (supported by WRI) and Mr. Ameet Satam, MLA (Juhu–Andheri region).</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Zahaan Kapadia: Building Futures Through Service and Sport

<p>Zahaan Kapadia of DAIS IBDP Grade 11 exemplifies the spirit of service through his long-standing association with Vipla School, a neighbouring institution he has been connected with since the age of one.</p><p><br>Over the years, Zahaan has dedicated his free time and school vacations to teaching students at Vipla School, conducting yoga sessions, sports training, and supporting preparations for events such as Sports Day. His presence has created a meaningful bond with the children, who find motivation and comfort in his personal journey, especially when navigating their own physical and emotional challenges.</p><p><br>Inspired by their admiration for his sporting achievements, Zahaan initiated a six-month sports equipment collection drive, reaching out to renowned sports personalities and organisations including the BCCI and Goa FC Football Club. His efforts culminated in a special sports day celebration at Vipla School, attended by school leaders, teachers, and over 200 enthusiastic students.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Krishiv Bhatia of IBDP G12 Achieves Dual International Success in Mathematics

<p>Krishiv Bhatia of DAIS IBDP Year 12 has delivered an outstanding performance on the global mathematics stage, earning recognition across two prestigious international competitions.</p><p><br>Krishiv secured the Gold Award in the Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad (TIMO) Heats Round 2025–26, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving ability and mathematical reasoning.</p><p><br>In addition, he was awarded a Bronze Medal in British Mathematical Olympiad (BMO) Round 1, along with a Distinction and ‘Best in Year’ Award, a recognition reserved for top-performing students in their academic cohort. This remarkable achievement has qualified Krishiv for BMO Round 2, one of the most challenging pre-university mathematics competitions.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Viha Gahrotra and Ananya Mehta Excel at Tolani Bridge Junior Nationals

<p>Viha Gahrotra of NMAJS MYP Class 8 A and Ananya Mehta of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 C delivered an outstanding performance at the Tolani Bridge Junior Nationals.</p><p><br>Competing against some of the best young bridge players in the country, the duo secured 1st place in the Team Event and 3rd place in the Pairs Event, demonstrating exceptional strategic thinking, partner coordination, and composure under pressure.</p><p><br>Their remarkable performance at the national level has placed them at the top of the shortlist for selection to the Under-16 Indian Bridge Team, scheduled to represent India at the World Bridge Championships in Hefei, China.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Y12 Granted Government of India Patent for Medical Innovation

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of <strong>DAIS IBDP Year 12</strong> has been granted a <strong>patent by the Government of India</strong> for his project titled <em>“A System and Method for the Prediction of Ankylosing Spondylitis in Human Subjects”</em>, officially approved on <strong>12 January 2026</strong>.</p><p><br>The patent application, filed nearly <strong>two years ago</strong>, reflects Jayveer’s sustained commitment to medical research and innovation. His work focuses on early prediction methods for ankylosing spondylitis, addressing a critical need in preventive healthcare.</p><p><br>In recognition of his entrepreneurial journey, Jayveer was recently featured by <strong>Mid-Day</strong> among <strong>12 Indian entrepreneurs</strong>, where he stood out as the <strong>youngest innovator on the list</strong>, coinciding with <strong>National Entrepreneurs’ Day (16 January)</strong>.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Global Recognition in Mathematics and Research for Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Y12

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of DAIS IBDP Year 12 has achieved exceptional success across mathematics, scientific research, and innovation at national and international levels.</p><p><br>Jayveer scored 144 out of 150 in the American Mathematics Competition (AMC 12), placing him in the top 5% of participants worldwide and earning a Certificate of Distinction, which qualified him for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME).</p><p><br>In November 2025, he was awarded the prestigious Gold CREST Award for his project RespiraScan. He has also been selected once again for the Indian National Science Fair (IRIS) 2026, to be held in Ahmedabad from 6–8 February 2026, for his research project <em>“From Satellite Observations to Submesoscale Ocean Dynamics: Geostrophic Field Smoothing and Diffusion-Based Reconstruction.”</em></p><p><br>Further strengthening his academic profile, Jayveer has published two research papers in international journals—<em>RespiraScan</em> in the National High School Journal of Science (NHSJS) and <em>Variable Stars Classifier</em> in the Asian Journal of Observational and Research Science (AJOSR).</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Shruti Swamy of G11 won Silver in the Eskom Expo ISF 2025

<p>Shruti Swamy of DAIS IBDP Grade 11 represented Team India at the 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) 2025, held in Johannesburg, South Africa, and earned a Silver Medal in the Environmental Studies category—an outstanding achievement on a prestigious global platform.</p><p><br>Her project, titled “OXIGENating Mangrove Resilience: A Data-Driven Solution for Coastal Ecosystems,” focused on studying the real-time impact of changing sea levels on mangrove ecosystems. Through data analysis and scientific inquiry, Shruti explored corrective measures to help preserve and strengthen mangrove resilience—an ecosystem vital for coastal protection, biodiversity, and climate balance.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Kaavya Majumder of IGCSE G10 Wins Gold at The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025

<p>Kaavya Majumder of <strong>DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B</strong> has been awarded the <strong>Gold Award</strong> at <strong>The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025</strong>, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious international writing competitions for young people.</p><p><br>Her essay, <em>“About Whispering Elephants and Nudges that Push,”</em> is a reflective and thought-provoking piece inspired by the book <strong>Nudge</strong>. In her writing, Kaavya explores how ideas from the book sparked a journey of self-discovery and gradually shaped her understanding of sustainability—highlighting how small, intentional choices can lead to meaningful change.</p><p><br>Through nuanced storytelling and critical insight, Kaavya connects behavioural science with real-world action, demonstrating maturity of thought, originality, and a strong global perspective. Her achievement places her among an elite group of young writers recognised at the international level.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ahana Shah of IGCSE G10 won a Gold Award at Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition'25!

<p>Ahana Shah of IGCSE Class 10 B has been awarded a Gold Award at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Vision Beyond Sight: Suhaani Lohia of G10 Raises ₹19.5 Lakhs for Inclusive Chess

<p><strong>Suhaani Lohia of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B</strong> and her social initiative, <em>Vision Beyond Sight</em> In collaboration with the <strong>All-India Chess Federation for the Blind (AICFB)</strong> <em>is creating real impact</em>. The initiative is dedicated to empowering visually impaired women chess players and promoting accessibility in schools.</p><p><br>The funds raised will support:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Professional coaching for six top women players</li><li>Sponsorship for two players to compete at a World Tournament in Greece this October</li><li>Procurement of talking chess clocks from the Netherlands</li><li>A <em>pilot Chess-in-Schools</em> programme across four visually impaired schools in Mumbai</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In just a few weeks, Suhaani has successfully raised <strong>₹19.5 lakhs</strong>, including a <strong>corporate commitment of ₹2 lakhs per year for the next three years</strong> - a remarkable achievement reflecting leadership, vision, and impact.</p><p><br>We are also delighted to share that <em>Vision Beyond Sight</em> has been featured in <strong>Mumbai Mirror</strong>, recognising the initiative’s meaningful contribution.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Ishaan Subramanian of IGCSE 9 B Wins Gold at INSEF Regionals with Innovative Wearable Solution

<p>Ishaan Subramanian of <strong>IGCSE Class 9 B</strong> has achieved a significant milestone in student-led innovation by winning the <strong>Gold Award</strong> at the <strong>INSEF Regionals (Online)</strong> for his project titled <strong>“ELDERLINK – A Smart Wearable for Real-Time Elder Safety and Health.”</strong></p><p><br>ELDERLINK is designed to support the well-being of elderly individuals through real-time health monitoring and safety features, reflecting Ishaan’s thoughtful approach to addressing real-world challenges through technology.</p><p><br>With this Gold Award win, Ishaan has <strong>qualified and been selected for the INSEF Nationals (Online)</strong>, scheduled to be held on <strong>22 February 2026</strong>.</p><p><br>The <strong>Indian National Science and Engineering Fair (INSEF)</strong> is a nationally recognised platform that promotes student research, innovation, and scientific inquiry. It also serves as an official qualifying pathway to higher-level national and international science competitions.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Hridank Garodia of IBDP Year 12 Wins Gold at IRIS National Fair 2025–26

<p>Hridank Garodia of IBDP Year 12 has been awarded a <strong>Gold Medal</strong> at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) National Fair 2025–26 at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre, powered by Zydus Lifesciences Ltd.</p><p><br>His project, titled <em>“Investigating the Effect of Prokaryotic Translation Initiation Factor Overexpression on Escherichia coli Growth Under Thermal Stress”</em>, was presented in the Cellular and Molecular Biology category.</p><p><br>This recognition reflects exceptional scientific rigor, depth of inquiry, and research excellence.</p><p><br>By virtue of securing Gold, Hridank has also received a <strong>formal recommendation</strong> to the prestigious <strong>Research Science Institute (RSI) 2026</strong>, recognising his outstanding scientific promise at an international level.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Shruti Swamy of IBDP Year 11 Wins Silver at IRIS National Fair 2025–26

<p>Shruti Swamy of IBDP Grade 11 has been awarded a <strong>Silver Medal</strong> at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) National Fair 2025–26.</p><p><br>Her research project, titled <strong>“Microfluidic Sweat Sensor for Fatigue and Hydration Monitoring in Swimmers”</strong>, was presented in the <strong>Biochemistry category</strong>. The project reflects strong scientific inquiry, innovation, and real-world applicability in sports health and performance monitoring.</p><p><br>In recognition of her exceptional research merit, IRIS has formally recommended Shruti for the prestigious Research Science Institute (RSI) 2026, acknowledging her research promise at an international level.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Navya Agarwal of IBDP Year 11 Excels at INSEF 2026 and National STEM Platforms

<p>Navya Agarwal of IBDP Year 11 achieved remarkable success across multiple national STEM platforms.</p><p><br>At the Indian Science and Engineering Fair (INSEF) 2026 Regional Round, Navya received:</p><p><br>Gold Category Award</p><ol><li>2nd Place – Popular Choice Award (based on visitor voting)</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She subsequently qualified for the INSEF National Fair through a competitive interview-based selection round and went on to secure a Silver Medal at the national level.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her award-winning project, <em>PlastiScan</em>, is a machine learning and computer vision-based microscopy tool designed to make microplastic detection more accessible to the public. The project reflects strong interdisciplinary integration of AI, environmental science, and public accessibility.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Additionally, Navya received the <strong>All India STEM Excellence Award</strong>, recognising her sustained commitment and outstanding contributions as a STEM student.</p><p><br>She was also:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Selected as an exhibitor at the <strong>Nehru Science Centre</strong></li><li>Invited to present as a <strong>student speaker at the STEM Summit</strong></li><li>Selected to present at the <strong>Global STEM Best Practice Summit in Dubai</strong></li></ol>

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Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Year 12 Wins Gold at IRIS National Fair 2025–26

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Year 12 has been awarded a Gold Medal at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) National Fair 2025–26, powered by Adani Education Foundation.</p><p><br>His research project, titled <strong>“From Satellite Observations to Submesoscale Ocean Dynamics: Geostrophic Field Smoothing and Diffusion-Based Reconstruction”</strong>, was presented in the <strong>Systems Software category</strong>.</p><p><br>Jayveer’s work demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary depth, integrating satellite data analysis, computational modelling, and oceanographic science to better understand submesoscale ocean processes. The project reflects advanced scientific inquiry, technical precision, and strong research methodology.</p><p><br>In recognition of his outstanding performance, IRIS has formally recommended Jayveer to the prestigious Research Science Institute (RSI) 2026, acknowledging his exceptional merit and research promise at an international level.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Akaash Das of IBDP Y11 Wins Silver at the HIR Academic Writing Contest

<p>Akaash Das of DAIS IBDP Year 11 has been awarded the Silver Medal in the Fall/Winter 2025 Cycle of the Harvard International Review (HIR) Academic Writing Contest.</p><p><br>The Harvard International Review Academic Writing Contest is a globally recognized platform that encourages young scholars to explore complex global issues through research and critical analysis. Akaash’s work stood out among numerous international submissions, reflecting exceptional analytical depth and clarity of thought.</p><p><br>His essay explores how air pollution in megacities reveals deeper inequalities in urban life. It examines how, when governments fail to collectively reduce pollution, protection increasingly shifts toward private solutions—making access to clean air dependent on income.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Samyak Sharma of IGCSE Grade 8 D Earns Honour Roll of Distinction in AMC 8

<p>Samyak Sharma of IGCSE Grade 8 D has earned a place on the Honour Roll of Distinction in the American Mathematics Competitions (AMC 8 ), a recognition awarded to the top 1% of scorers worldwide.</p><p><br>Adding to this remarkable achievement, Samyak secured a perfect score in the AMC 8 examination this year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Praneet Agarwal of IGCSE Grade 8D Achieves Honour Roll of Distinction in AMC 8

<p>Praneet Agarwal of IGCSE Grade 8 D has achieved an outstanding milestone in the AMC 8 (American Mathematics Competitions) by securing a place on the Honour Roll of Distinction, placing him among the top 1% of scorers worldwide.</p><p><br>Praneet achieved an exceptional score of 24 out of 25, demonstrating remarkable mathematical aptitude, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability. Adding to this achievement, he also secured the First Rank, marking a truly commendable performance in one of the world’s most respected mathematics competitions for middle school students.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Hridank Garodia of IBDP Year 12 Selected as Finalist for Regeneron ISEF 2026

<p>Hridank Garodia of DAIS IBDP Year 12 has been selected as a Finalist to represent Team India at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2026.</p><p><br>ISEF 2026 will be held in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, from May 9–15, 2026, bringing together some of the brightest young scientific minds from across the globe. Hridank will be part of the Indian contingent comprising 23 student participants, representing the country at this prestigious international platform.</p><p><br>The Regeneron ISEF is the world’s largest pre-college science competition, featuring over 1,800 participants from more than 75 countries, regions, and territories. Finalists will compete for nearly $5 million in awards, prizes, and scholarships, making it one of the most competitive and prestigious global science fairs.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Samar Sinha of IGCSE Class 8 D Achieves Distinction in AMC 8 and Qualifies for AIME

<p>Samar Sinha of IGCSE Class 8 D has achieved exceptional success in prestigious international mathematics competitions.</p><p><br>He earned a place on the Honours Roll in the AMC 8 (American Mathematics Competition) and was awarded a Certificate of Distinction, recognising his outstanding mathematical ability and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br>Further adding to this achievement, Samar has also qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) by being among the top 5% scorers in the AMC 10 (November 2025)—a significant milestone in the AMC series.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS IBDP Year 12 Students Receive National Merit Scholarship Awards 2026

<p>Azadeh Rastogi and Abhimanyu Singh of IBDP Year 12 have been honoured with the National Merit Scholarship Awards 2026.</p><p><br>This prestigious recognition celebrates academic excellence, consistent performance, and a strong commitment to learning. Being awarded the National Merit Scholarship is a significant achievement, reflecting the students’ dedication, perseverance, and high academic standards.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Jayveer Kochhar of IBDP Y12 Selected as ISEF 2026 Finalist; Earns Prestigious STEM Recognition

<p>Jayveer Kochhar of DAIS IBDP Year 12 has been selected as a <strong>Finalist for the Regeneron International Science &amp; Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2026</strong>, where he will represent India for the <strong>third time</strong>. The prestigious event is scheduled to take place in <strong>Phoenix, USA, in May 2026</strong>.</p><p><br>Adding to this remarkable milestone, Jayveer has also been honoured with the <strong>“Most Outstanding Exhibit in Science, Technology, Engineering &amp; Mathematics”</strong> at the Initiative for Research &amp; Innovation in STEM (IRIS) Science Fair. This recognition was conferred by the <strong>Yale Science &amp; Engineering Association Inc</strong>.</p><p><br>His award-winning project, <em>“From Satellite Observations to Submesoscale Ocean Dynamics: Geostrophic Field Smoothing &amp; Diffusion-Based Reconstruction,”</em> showcases exceptional depth in scientific research and innovation, highlighting his ability to address complex real-world challenges through advanced analytical approaches.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Multiple Global Scholarships for Navya Thali of IGCSE G9 in International Essay Competitions

<p>Navya Thali of DAIS IGCSE Class 9B has earned remarkable international recognition for her academic writing, particularly in the fields of neuroscience and medicinal sciences.</p><p><br>Demonstrating exceptional research ability and originality, Navya has been awarded multiple scholarships across prestigious global platforms. She received the <strong>Rising Scholars Award from Lumiere Education</strong>, along with a <strong>$250 scholarship</strong>, selected from over <strong>2,000 submissions across 111 countries</strong> - a testament to the quality and depth of her work.</p><p><br>Further adding to her achievements, Navya has been awarded a <strong>50% scholarship for the Immerse Education Summer Programme 2026</strong>, in a highly competitive year that saw thousands of entries from students worldwide. Judges commended the originality, research depth, and clarity of thought demonstrated in her essays.</p><p><br>In addition, Navya has been recognised by the <strong>Oxford Royale Essay Competition</strong>, receiving a <strong>£1000 tuition fee scholarship</strong> through their Essay Fund.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Jashith Narang of IGCSE Grade 10, along with his teammate, wins IB Global Grant

<p>Jashith Narang of <strong>DAIS IGCSE Grade 10</strong>, along with his teammate Ayush Sankaran, has been awarded the <strong>IB Global Youth Action Fund Grant of $3000</strong> for their project, <em>Tech4Equity</em>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Selected from a highly competitive pool of <strong>110 projects involving 324 youth from 42 countries</strong>, this recognition highlights the global relevance and impact of their initiative.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><em>Tech4Equity</em> reflects a strong commitment to leveraging technology for inclusive and equitable outcomes, aligning closely with the values of the IB.</p>

Student Achievements

Vivaan Joshi of IGCSE Class 9 A Achieves Top Global Rankings in Math Olympiads

<p>Vivaan Joshi of IGCSE Class 9 A has demonstrated exceptional mathematical ability through his outstanding performance in prestigious international mathematics competitions this year.</p><p><br>In the AMC10A (American Mathematics Competition) conducted by the Mathematical Association of America, Vivaan achieved an impressive score of 129/150, earning a Distinction Certificate (Top 5% globally). He secured Rank 1 in school and qualified for the highly competitive American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME).</p><p><br>Further showcasing his excellence, Vivaan scored 24/25 in the Turkic International Mathematics Olympiad (TIMO), earning a Gold Medal (Category Award).</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anoushka Rai of IGCSE Class 8 D Secures Regional Win at Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition' 26

<p>Anoushka Rai of IGCSE Class 8 D has been declared the <strong>Regional Winner (Argumentative Category)</strong> at the <strong>Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition 2026</strong>, one of the most competitive international writing platforms.</p><p><br>Competing against thousands of submissions from across the world, Anoushka secured a place among the <strong>top 0.09% of participants globally</strong>, an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects her exceptional critical thinking, analytical ability, and command over written expression.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

Jaisal Shah Excels at the International Youth Math Challenge 2025

<p>Jaisal Shah of DAIS IGCSE Class 10 B has been awarded the Silver Honour at the Finals of the <em>International Youth Math Challenge (IYMC) 2025</em>, conducted by Germany.</p><p><br>The IYMC is a globally recognised competition that witnessed participation from over <strong>36,000 students worldwide</strong>, with only <strong>9,800 advancing to the Pre-Final round</strong>. From this highly competitive pool, approximately <strong>1,200 finalists</strong> qualified for the Final Round.</p><p><br>Jaisal’s outstanding performance, with a score of <strong>27 out of 30</strong>, places him among the <strong>top 3% of participants globally</strong>, securing an impressive <strong>2nd place in the world</strong>. His achievement further earned him a position within the <strong>top 30% of finalists</strong>, culminating in the prestigious Silver Honour.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

Student Achievements

NMAJS & DAIS Students Win Harvard Debate Council x SDI Public Forum Championship

<p>Devika Joshi of <strong>MYP Class 8 B</strong> and Nirvaan Khanna of <strong>DAIS IGCSE Class 8 D</strong> emerged as winners at the first in-person <strong>Harvard Debate Council x Speech Debate India Public Forum Championship Series</strong>, recently held at the <strong>American School of Bombay</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Competing against talented young debaters, the duo demonstrated exceptional critical thinking, collaboration, and public speaking skills across an intense series of debates. After debating through <strong>nine challenging rounds</strong>, they secured the <strong>Championship Trophy</strong> at the <strong>Middle School level</strong>.</p>

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Vedansh Saha of IBDP Y11 Earns Place at Prestigious Stanford University Mathematics Camp

<p>Vedansh Saha of IBDP Year 11 has been accepted into the highly prestigious Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC) for the Summer 2026 session.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recognised as one of the most elite and competitive pre-college mathematics programmes in the world, SUMaC selects only 5–8% of applicants globally, identifying students who demonstrate exceptional mathematical ability and a strong inclination towards advanced mathematical inquiry and research.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vedansh’s selection is a testament to his academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and dedication to the field of mathematics. As part of the programme, he will pursue Program I: Abstract Algebra &amp; Number Theory, engaging deeply with advanced concepts under the mentorship of leading mathematicians.</p>

Student Achievements

Siddharth Nayak of IGCSE Class 9 C Shines at the Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition

<p>Siddharth Nayak of IGCSE Class 9 C has been awarded a Bronze Medal in the prestigious <em>Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition (Grade 9)</em>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Demonstrating exceptional scientific aptitude, Siddharth secured a theory score of 71 and a practical score of 18.5, achieving an aggregate of 39.8 points. Notably, he emerged as the highest scorer in the Mumbai category (English, Other Boards).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recognised among the top 10 finalists in his category by MSTA, Siddharth advanced to the national level, where he ranked within the top 0.75% of all participants—a testament to his dedication, curiosity, and academic excellence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His research project, titled <em>“Impacts of Working Temperature, Passive Cooling, Particulate and Surface Obstruction on Photovoltaic Efficacy,”</em> explored the influence of environmental factors on solar panel performance. Through his investigation, Siddharth demonstrated how passive water-based cooling systems can significantly enhance photovoltaic efficiency, reflecting both analytical rigour and innovative problem-solving.</p>

Student Achievements

Sanaaya Joisher of IGCSE G9 Represents Youth at UN ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026

<p>Sanaaya Joisher of IGCSE Class 9 A was <strong>selected as a youth representative</strong> at the <strong>prestigious 2026 United Nations Economic and Social Council</strong> (ECOSOC) Youth Forum, held at the United Nations Headquarters.</p><p><br>This influential global platform brings together youth leaders, member states, and international partners to exchange ideas, showcase innovative solutions, and strengthen youth engagement in accelerating progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).</p><p><br>During the forum, Sanaaya had the distinguished opportunity to engage in discussions with Lok Bahadur Thapa, President of ECOSOC, and Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs.</p><p><br>She contributed to high-level discussions informing the High-Level Political Forum and played a role in shaping a youth peace declaration to be presented to the UN Security Council. Sanaaya also delivered interventions and speeches on the role of youth in driving SDG transformation and advancing meaningful inclusion in peace processes.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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NMAJS & DAIS Students Excel at ICYD Finals at Oxford Union

<p>Saketaram Manikantan of MYP Class 8A and Samar Sinha of Class 8D represented Team India at the International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD) Finals Day, held at the prestigious Oxford Union, UK, on 2 May 2026.</p><p><br>Competing against top young debaters from around the world, the team progressed to the Semi-Finals, delivering a strong and consistent performance throughout the competition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Their achievements include:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Second Best Team advancing to the outrounds, securing 10 out of 12 points across 4 preliminary rounds</li><li>Saketaram Manikantan – <em>Best ESL Speaker Award</em></li><li>Samar Sinha – <em>Third Best ESL Speaker Award</em></li></ul>

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Divina Minocha of IBDP Year 11 Selected to Represent Team India at LIYSF 2026

<p>Divina Minocha of <strong>DAIS IBDP Year 11</strong> has been selected to represent <strong>Team India</strong> at the prestigious <strong>London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) 2026</strong>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her innovative research project, <strong>“AI-Powered Sentiment Analysis for Renewable Energy Stocks,”</strong> earned her selection for the internationally renowned programme.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hosted at <strong>Imperial College London</strong>, LIYSF brings together talented young researchers and innovators from across the world for an immersive two-week mentorship and academic experience in July. The programme includes lectures, scientific discussions, and interactions with leading experts and researchers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Divina’s project explores the use of artificial intelligence and sentiment analysis to better understand trends and investor sentiment within renewable energy markets, highlighting the growing intersection of technology, finance, and sustainability.</p>

Student Achievements

DAIS Students Win Global Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition '26

<p>A team of five students from <strong>DAIS IGCSE Grade 10 — Jaisal Shah, Myra Jhawar, Arishka Betadpur, Akshaj Panjnani, and Gauri Bansal</strong> — emerged as winners at the <strong>Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition 2026</strong>, recognised as the world’s largest and most prestigious virtual pitch competition for high school students.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This year’s competition received an extraordinary <strong>23,000+ entries</strong> from <strong>175+ countries and territories</strong> and <strong>9,000+ schools worldwide</strong>, making the achievement especially significant.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Their award-winning entrepreneurial idea, <strong>PharmaSink</strong>, is an innovative infrastructure-based solution designed to address pharmaceutical pollution. The system installs neutralisation cartridges directly into drains in hospitals and healthcare facilities, chemically deactivating pharmaceutical residues at the point of disposal before they can enter sewage and water systems.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The DAIS team ranked among the <strong>Top 250 pitches globally</strong>, placing them in the <strong>top 1% of participants worldwide.</strong></p>

Student Achievements

Shloka Mehta of IBDP Year 11 Selected for the London International Youth Science Forum 2026

<p>Shloka Mehta of <strong>IBDP Year 11</strong> has been selected to participate in the prestigious <strong>London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) 2026</strong> for her innovative research project focused on strengthening pelvic floor muscles using an IoT-enabled device.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shloka’s research project explores improving pelvic floor muscle strength to help address conditions such as stress urinary incontinence. She developed an IoT-based device that provides real-time feedback during exercises while tracking muscle-strength progress over time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her study, conducted across different age groups, demonstrated significant improvement, particularly among elderly women, highlighting the potential of technology-driven and personalised rehabilitation in women’s healthcare.</p>

Student Achievements

Aarav Dengla qualifies International Master Title + Grandmaster norm

<p>Aarav Dengla of Grade 8B is currently the youngest International Master elect in chess from India. In December, Aarav played tournaments in Barcelona, Bejiljina, Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy and Stockholm. He finished his third and final International Master norm and also started on the journey of his Grand Master title by achieving his first Grandmaster norm, with a rating performance crossing 2600. Earlier in July, Aarav had already attained 2 International master norms and crossed 2400 in fide rating.</p>

Student Achievements

Ilina Avasthi: A Global Youth Voice!

<p class="popup-description">Ilina Avasthi of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 was selected for the prestigious Hundred Youth Ambassador Programme, in collaboration with the IBO and the Festival of Hope. As a Youth Ambassador, Ilina joined student changemakers from around the world to exchange ideas, promote innovation in education, and advocate for empathy, student voice, and global-mindedness. She has now successfully completed the Programme and received a Certificate of Completion for her contributions.</p>

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Nipun Saha shines at SASMO 2025!

<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);box-sizing:border-box;clear:both;color:rgb(32, 32, 32);font-family:&quot;FS Albert&quot;, sans-serif;font-size:1.04em;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;list-style:none;margin:0px 0px 0rem;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:justify;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Nipun Saha of IGCSE Grade 9C has achieved an outstanding feat at the Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO) 2025.</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);box-sizing:border-box;clear:both;color:rgb(32, 32, 32);font-family:&quot;FS Albert&quot;, sans-serif;font-size:1.04em;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;list-style:none;margin:0px 0px 0rem;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:justify;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">&nbsp;</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);box-sizing:border-box;clear:both;color:rgb(32, 32, 32);font-family:&quot;FS Albert&quot;, sans-serif;font-size:1.04em;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;list-style:none;margin:0px 0px 0rem;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:justify;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Nipun was awarded the Gold Medal, earning:</p><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);box-sizing:border-box;clear:both;color:rgb(32, 32, 32);font-family:&quot;FS Albert&quot;, sans-serif;font-size:1.04em;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;list-style:none;margin:0px 0px 0rem;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:justify;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">&nbsp;</p><ul><li>School Rank 1</li><li>India Rank 4</li><li>Global Rank 13</li></ul>

Student Achievements

Aliya Agrawal won 1st prize in Oratory Competition

<p class="popup-description">Aliya Agrawal of Class V A won the 1st Prize for INDIA in ORATORY at the “VII International Youth Competition JUMEIRAH SOUNDS”, held in Dubai by Global Music Partnership. The contestants were to Orate for 7 minutes on a topic of choice out of the given 3 topics. Aliya did an impromptu speech on “What I will be 20 years for now!” The jury hugely appreciated Aliya’s articulation ability and her confidence and honesty towards what she believes in.Aliya mentioned that she is hugely inspired by her academic school DAIS as they are teaching her to be a responsible global citizen and a change maker.</p>

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Aliya Agrawal won 1st prize in Classical Western Vocals

<p class="popup-description">Aliya Agrawal of Class V A participated in the “Seventh International Youth Competition JUMEIRAH SOUNDS, Dubai by Global Music Partnership. There were participants from many countries, that are getting trained for a professional music career. Aliya won the 1st prize for INDIA in Western Classical - Academic Vocals. Her pieces were “Ave Maria” by F. Schubert and “Tonight - West Side Story“. Her singing was well appreciated by the jury, and she was recommended to make the 1st Voice Soprano for the choir. Aliya won amongst many talented contestants from various countries that are getting specialised music training and are focused completely on Musicianship. The jury requested her to sing a Hindi song during the prize distribution ceremony and she happily sang a bhajan “Hari Sundar Nand Mukunda”.</p>

Student Achievements

Jaisal Shah of Grade 9B wins at SASMO 2025!

<p class="popup-description">Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Grade 9 B won a Silver Award at the Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO) 2025, placing him in the top 20% of over 66,000 participants from 42 countries worldwide. Jaisal demonstrated exceptional mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking over a rigorous 90-minute test. His performance has earned him a Silver Medal and Certificate, marking a significant academic milestone.</p>

Student Achievements

Jashith Narang of DAIS G9 Earns Top Honours at the SMT 2025

<p>Jashith Narang of Grade 9 C has been awarded the Distinguished Honourable Mention Certificate in the Calculus domain of the Stanford Math Tournament (SMT) 2025, placing him among the top 10% globally. Organised by Stanford University, the SMT is one of the world’s most prestigious and challenging math competitions for high school students. It attracts some of the brightest mathematical minds from around the globe and tests participants on rigorous concepts, analytical thinking, and advanced problem-solving skills.</p>

Student Achievements

DAIS IBDP G11 Students Shine on the Global Stage in Chemistry!

<p>13 students from IBDP Year 11 have achieved World Rank 1 in the prestigious Avogadro Exam Contest, conducted by the University of Waterloo. Out of nearly 5,000 participants worldwide, our students stood tall, shining with knowledge, commitment, and curiosity.</p><p>&nbsp;World Rank 1: Arzoo Maheshwari | Ahana Kanoi | Anaahat Singh Johari | Eesha Gheewala | Meher Mathur | Pehr Hara | Pujita Mohta | Rachit Gianchandani | Varun Nadkarni | Shlok Agarwal | Tvisha Soni | Anaya Mehta | Mitali Khaitan</p>

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Nimay Shah of IBDP Y12 Publishes Research on ESG and Financial Performance in India

<p>Nimay Shah of DAIS Year 12 has achieved a significant academic milestone with the publication of his research paper on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in the <em>Exploratio Journal</em>.</p><p>Titled “ESG-ROI Linkages in India: Developing Sector-Specific Weightage Frameworks for Optimized Financial Performance Indication,” the paper examines the relationship between ESG factors and financial performance in the Indian context. It also proposes a sector-specific framework for evaluating the impact of ESG factors, offering insights into how organisations can better understand and optimise the financial implications of their ESG practices.</p><p>Nimay had the privilege of undertaking this research under the mentorship of Dr. Shabbir from the University of Pennsylvania, who has also served as a Faculty Affiliate at the Wharton School.</p>

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Lavanya Gupta of IBDP Year 12 selected as the Finalist in Conrad Challenge 2026

<p>Lavanya Gupta of IBDP Year 12 was selected as a Conrad Challenge Finalist, placing her project among the Global Top 25 teams in the prestigious international innovation and entrepreneurship competition.</p><p>Lavanya presented her innovation, TagAlong, at the Innovation Summit at Space Center Houston, where she pitched her idea to an international panel of judges.</p><p>TagAlong is a voice-activated personal safety keychain designed specifically for women, children, and the elderly. With a simple voice command, the compact device can send emergency alerts, share the user's real-time location, and record audio evidence—without requiring a smartphone.</p><p>Designed to be compact, affordable, and practical, TagAlong aims to provide an added layer of security in situations where quick access to a phone may not be possible.</p>

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DAIS IBDP Y11 Students Excel at the International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) 2026

<p>Thirteen <strong>DAIS IBDP Year 11 students</strong>&nbsp;who participated in the <strong>International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) 2026</strong>, organised by the <strong>Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI)</strong>, achieved outstanding results across two divisions.</p><p>Established in <strong>1982</strong>, the ICQ is an international chemistry competition that challenges students to apply their knowledge and understanding of chemistry. This year, <strong>every participating DAIS student earned an achievement</strong>, with the school's average score exceeding the <strong>national average by 5 points in each division</strong>.</p><p><strong>Excellent | Perfect Score</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Micquel Devlaliwala</strong></li><li><strong>Aarav Doshi</strong></li><li><strong>Aryav Shenoy</strong></li><li><strong>Zahaan Kapadia</strong></li></ul><p><strong>High Distinction</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Vihaan Bhatia</strong></li><li><strong>Agastya Chamaria</strong></li><li><strong>Rajvir Jagwani</strong></li><li><strong>Somya Jain</strong></li><li><strong>Trissha Rupani</strong></li><li><strong>Aryan Sharma</strong></li><li><strong>Rihaan Sodhani</strong></li><li><strong>Uma Shukla</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Distinction</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Aditya Jhunjhunwala</strong></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The school's performance, with its average score exceeding the national average by 5 points in both divisions.</strong></p>

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Ritvik Sikaria of IGCSE G9 Earns Earns Bronze Honour at IAAC 2026!

<p>Ritvik Sikaria of DAIS IGCSE Class 9B has achieved an impressive result at the prestigious International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC), earning the <strong>Bronze Honour in the Junior Category</strong>.</p><p>Ritvik’s performance placed him among the <strong>top 10% of participants worldwide</strong>, reflecting his strong analytical abilities, scientific curiosity and growing passion for understanding the universe.</p>

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Shanaya Ranks Among India’s Top U15 Squash Players!

<p>Shanaya Roy of IGCSE Class 8D delivered an impressive performance at the 12th Bengal Junior Open 2026, a premier junior squash tournament.</p><p>Competing in the Girls’ Under-15 category, Shanaya secured an outstanding 3rd place, adding another significant achievement to her growing squash journey.</p><p>Following this performance, Shanaya’s national ranking has risen to No. 6 in India in the Girls’ Under-15 category, placing her among the country’s leading young squash players.</p>

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Siddharth Khanna of IGCSE G9 won Bronze Honour at IAAC 2026!

<p>Siddharth Khanna of DAIS IGCSE Class 9C has achieved an impressive result at the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC) 2026, earning the Bronze Honour.</p><p>Siddharth scored an excellent 26 out of 30, placing him among the top 7% of participants globally.</p>

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DAIS Students Triumph at the World Youth Transnational Bridge Championship 2026

<p>Viha Gahrotra of IGCSE Class 9 D &amp; Ananya Mehta of IGCSE Class 10 C achieved a remarkable <strong>international victory at the 2026 World Youth Transnational Bridge Championship</strong>&nbsp;in Hefei, China.</p><p>Competing in the U16 category as part of a unique transnational <strong>team named “Triple Trouble”</strong>, Viha and Ananya joined pairs from England and Norway to form a six-member team representing three countries. Their teammates were Aleks Blicharz and Wilf Marshall of England, and Markus Hansen Moe and Brage Hansen Moe of Norway.</p><p>Among 98 teams from across the world, Triple Trouble made an impressive start by qualifying 10th to advance to the championship rounds. They continued their strong run through the competition to reach the U16 Final B.</p><p>The final proved to be a thrilling contest. <strong>Triple Trouble emerged victorious with a score of 98.61</strong>, narrowly defeating a team from host nation China, which finished with 98.20. The result was decided on the very last hand of the final round, making their victory an especially memorable finish to three days of concentration, strategy, and teamwork.</p>

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Agastya Daga of IGCSE Class 8 Wins Gold Award at HKIMO 2025–26

<p>Agastya Daga, IGCSE Grade 8D was awarded a Gold for his outstanding performance at the prestigious HKIMO (Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad) 2025–26.&nbsp;</p>

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Aanya Zaveri of IBDP Y12 Publishes Research on Front-of-Pack Food Labelling Among Indian Teenagers

<p>Aanya Zaveri of IBDP Year 12 has published a peer-reviewed research study examining how teenagers respond to different front-of-pack food labelling systems. Titled “Comparing Front-of-Pack Labelling Systems to Improve Teenagers’ Food Choices,” the study was published in the June 2026 issue of World Nutrition (Vol. 17, Issue 2), the official peer-reviewed journal of the World Public Health Nutrition Association.</p><p>The research explores an important question in public health nutrition: how can food packaging help young people make healthier choices when they are making decisions outside structured environments such as schools?</p><p>Working with 120 adolescents across eight schools in Mumbai, Aanya conducted a randomised controlled experiment comparing four different labelling formats: Nutri-Score, Health Star Rating, warning labels, and a standard back-of-pack nutrition table. The findings showed a clear difference in how teenagers responded to the various formats. 80% of participants who saw a simple front-of-pack warning label selected the healthier product, compared with 33% when only the standard back-of-pack nutrition information was available. Warning labels also enabled participants to make their choices considerably faster.</p><p>The study draws on Dual Process Theory, which distinguishes between fast, intuitive decision-making and slower, more analytical reasoning. Aanya’s research suggests that simple front-of-pack warning labels can support healthier choices by communicating important nutritional information quickly and clearly, without requiring consumers to interpret complex nutritional tables.</p><p>The research is particularly relevant to India's ongoing discussion around front-of-pack nutrition labelling for foods high in fat, sugar and salt. It contributes evidence from an adolescent population—an important group that has been comparatively under-represented in existing front-of-pack labelling research.</p><p>Aanya's work has also received recognition from professionals working across public health, nutrition and food safety, including Revant Himatsingka (Food Pharmer), Dr. Shweta Khandelwal, Dr. SubbaRao M. Gavaravarapu and Dr. Arun Gupta, who have highlighted the study's relevance to India's nutrition-labelling debate.</p>

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Jaisal Shah of IGCSE G10 Earns Gold Honour at IAAC!

<p>Jaisal Shah of IGCSE Class 10B excelled At the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC).</p><p>Jaisal qualified for the Final Round of the prestigious global competition and delivered an exceptional performance, earning the Gold Honour. Ranked among the top 1% of over 9,100 participants from around the world.</p>

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DAIS Students Achieve a Clean Sweep of Gold Awards at the UK Intermediate Biology Olympiad 2026

<p>DAIS students excelled with exceptional results at the</p><p><strong>UK Intermediate Biology Olympiad 2026</strong>, one of the world’s most prestigious biology competitions for high school students.</p><p>This year, <strong>over 16,000 students</strong>&nbsp;from across the globe participated in the Olympiad. Representing DAIS, <strong>11 students</strong>&nbsp;took part—and each one earned the <strong>Gold Award</strong>, an exceptional accomplishment requiring a minimum score of <strong>81.70%</strong>.</p><p>Leading the cohort was <strong>Somya Jain</strong>, who achieved an outstanding <strong>98.09%</strong>, while the <strong>DAIS team recorded an impressive average score of 93.45%</strong>, underscoring the depth of talent and academic excellence within the group.</p><p>Somya Jain - 98.09%</p><p>Kaira Nirav Desai - 96.54%</p><p>Shloka Apoorva Mehta - 96.39%</p><p>Vir Gahrotra -96.24%</p><p>Sahana Kumar - 95.79%</p><p>Uma Shukla -94.49%</p><p>Vriddhi Hitesh Shah - 94.09%</p><p>Alaya Mohindru - 93.21%</p><p>Prathmesh Khurana - 90.49%</p><p>Gayatri Srivastava - 89.69%</p><p>Shonik Shoven Shah - 82.93%</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Our Young Robo-Scientist

<p>Ayansh Badhe of Class 2 B participated in the National &amp; International Championship of World STEM Robotics Olympiad 2023.</p><p><br>Participation in this competition was from many teams across India and from nine other countries. This mega event was conducted in various age groups and categories.</p><p><br>Ayansh’s team won the Judges Choice award in the “Lego WeDo Entrepreneur Young Scientist Category”.</p><p><br>The judges liked the concept of his project on ‘Sustainable Farming harnessing energy using Windmills and Water Turbines’ which was demonstrated by a model made with the Lego WeDo construction sets. Ayansh’s team devised and demonstrated the concept of a robotic arm sprinkler to optimally and efficiently spray pesticides so as to preserve the quality of the soil, and at the same time prevent soil spoiling due to excess use of chemical pesticides.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Keyaan Shah scores at the World STEM & Robotics Olympiad 2024

<p>Keyaan Shah of Year 11 has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Gold Medal at the World STEM &amp; Robotics Olympiad National Championship 2024. In addition, he also won a prize of Rs. 15,000 in the Entrepreneurial Challenge category, competing against 200 tech entrepreneurs.</p><p><br>Keyaan's innovative project, SightKraft, is an indoor assistant for the visually impaired. He qualified for the Nationals after his earlier success at the Regional Championship, where he won a Gold medal and received a prize of Rs. 8,000.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Winners of Annual Art Olympiad 2017-18

<p>The Annual Art Olympiad 2017-2018 was organized by 'Small Hand Big Art' in Collaboration with Sir JJ Institute of Applied Art (India) and Rhode Island School of Design (USA). Some DAIS students participated and a few of our children who were judged the winners in various categories.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vir Gahrotra</p><p>Category A</p><p>Class 3</p><p>Yohan Kuriyan</p><p>Category C-</p><p>Awards -2</p><p>Class 9</p><p>Paree Rohera</p><p>Category C</p><p>Class 9</p><p>Storm Butti</p><p>Category D</p><p>Year 11</p><p>Yajurvi Haritwal</p><p>Category D</p><p>Awards -2</p><p>Year 11</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>The Annual Art Olympiad is a National-level Art Competition which aims to identify talented artists and to mentor them through a unique 'Winners Mentorship Program'. Through this competition, we aim to provide a sense of achievement and pride to the children for their creative excellence. Therefore every participating student receives a 'Participation Certificate' to acknowledge their artistic talent. The winners of the competition are not just recognized through a 'Certificate of Merit' and a Monetary Award, but are also invited to display their work at some of the premier Art Galleries and to attend the unique 'Winners Mentorship Program'.</p><ul><li>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Arav Kaul 4A- First Lego League National Level

<p>Arav Kaul of Class 4 A &amp; his Team ‘Water Wizards’ worked on the Robot and Project on Rain Water Harvesting, identifying problems and researching on innovative and cost effective solutions.</p><p><br>They won the FLL Mumbai Regional Championship and are now eligible to participate at the FLL National Level Competition in Chennai later this year.</p><p><br>They won the FLL Mumbai Regional Championship and are now eligible to participate at the FLL National Level Competition in Chennai later this year.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Suhaani wins Silver at the National Schools Chess Championship 2018

<p>Suhaani Lohia of Class 2 B has won a silver medal at the National Schools Chess championship 2018 concluded. Suhaani was tied on the same points as the first place.</p><p><br>With this win Suhaani has scored a hat trick, winning medals in the U5 (in 2014), U7 (in 2016) and now in the U9 Nationals Schools Chess Championships.</p><p><a href="http://chess-results.com/tnr329614.aspx?lan=1&amp;art=1&amp;fed=IND&amp;wi=821">Chess results &gt;</a><br>http://chess-results.com/tnr329614.aspx?lan=1&amp;art=1&amp;fed=IND&amp;wi=821</p>

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YEA- Shiv Kampani 8C

<h4>Young Entrepreneur Shiv Kampani</h4><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shiv Kampani of Class 8 C has started a company called SENSAFE, which has received an investment of Rs. 30,000 from an investor panel who felt that his business had the potential to grow. This was part of a program called YEA (Young Entrepreneurs Academy). His company, SENSAFE, is a gas detector company, which he has designed and built himself. The detector detects the level of flammable gas in the environment and alerts the user, if a gas leak takes place. His detector is also able to notify the user via SMS and email notifications, which puts it ahead of other sensors available in the market.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Raahil Mullick betters his Chess Performance

<p>Raahil Mullick of Class 5 B played excellent chess these past couple of months and increased a total of 268 ELO points over 4 tournaments: starting with Nationals U11 in November, IIFL Wealth GM Open in December, Prague OPEN and Marienbad Open in January.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.dais.edu.in/pdf/raahil-mullick-2018-iifl-zech-tour.pdf">He now ranks #1 in India, #1 in ASIA and #3 in the World in the U 11 age category.</a></p>

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Junior First Lego League

<p>Junior First Lego League, India introduces youngest minds (6 to 9 years) to the STEM concepts. It encourages kids to learn and appreciate the wonders of science &amp; technology, involving them in team work, promoting, sharing with each other and respecting each other. The kids are encouraged to explore real-world problems such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc., with relevant field visits and research.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Kids then construct a simple motorized model using LEGO elements to display their learning. They also make a 'Show Me' poster and then they exhibit and present their models. Besides science, technology, building and programming experience, teams work with the FIRST LEGO League Jr. Core Values, which include respect, sharing, and critical thinking, and get an opportunity to present and celebrate their work at the Jr. FIRST LEGO League expo.</p><p><br>This year Jr. FLL Regionals had the theme 'AQUA ADVENTURE' focusing on how water reaches us in different ways and how we can make it more efficient. The kids designed a new model with LEGO® elements and they learn basic engineering and programming skills with LEGO® Educational programming software "WeDo". The teams also document their work in an Engineering Notebook and share their journey through a team Show Me Poster. This year the Jr. FLL team is also going to participate in the Jr. FLL Nationals.<br><br>The students participating are:<br>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Hitansh Bhatt - I B</li><li>Aarush Bharati - I B</li><li>Kahaan Shah - II A</li></ul>

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An Upcoming Artist

<p>Aarushi Majumder performed at the Kalaghoda Arts Festival and Ustad Amjad Ali Khan spoke highly of her performance before beginning his own performance.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/htkalaghodaartsfestival/videos/1738438556207352/">Click here for Aarushi's performance at the Kalaghoda Arts Festival</a></p>

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National Science Olympiad

<p>Dhirubhai Ambani International School is proud to announce that over 182 students from DAIS attempted the first stage examination of the National Science Olympiad organised by the Science Olympiad Foundation, a two stage examination in science. 30 students were selected for the second stage of the examination and 5 students made the school proud by securing zonal ranks in Maharashtra and Goa.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS winners at the Hindustan Times Scholarship 2017-18

<p>Five students from <strong>DAIS</strong> were awarded the <strong>Hindustan Times Scholarship</strong> for the year 2017 -18 at Rangsharda Auditorium, Bandra, in an impressive ceremony, attended by the proud parents, excited students and the Heads from the school .The winners were felicitated by the sponsors and awarded a cheque of Rs.50, 000, along with a trophy and a certificate of merit.</p><p><br>The Hindustan Times group has achieved huge success with its scholarship programme, which is a unique endeavor to recognize and reward bright young minds, in a manner that transcends the conventional means of rewarding a child by assessing the academic performance. Students are given a platform to express their thoughts on a given topic which is judged by a panel, followed by an interview at the next level. This year <strong>84,000 applicants from over 220 schools</strong> of Mumbai sent in their entries. <strong>150</strong> students were shortlisted, interviewed and finally <strong>50</strong> students across Mumbai were selected for the Scholarship.</p><p><br>This year the topic was: ‘Would you prefer a <strong>world with or without social media?</strong>’</p><p><br>The five students from DAIS who bagged the top positions and received the Hindustan Times Scholarship for the year 2017 -18 are:</p><p><br>Sahil Rane 9-A</p><ul><li>Dhruv Sankhe -9-A</li><li>Rajveer Batra – 8-B</li><li>Adya RohIra – 8-B</li><li>Avantika Kampani -5-A</li></ul>

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Science Talent at DAIS

<p>Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Spardha (HBBS) is conducted by The Mumbai Science Teachers' Association (MSTA) since 1981. This exam is conducted to encourage students to take interest in science, to inculcate scientific attitude and to look for science talent in students and motivate them towards basic sciences, as well as to clear scientific concepts among students.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>This competition is conducted for students studying in the 6th and 9th std. of English and Marathi medium schools of all boards. This year approximately 66,000 students participated in the competition. MSTA follows a four stage selection process, consisting of awritten examination followed by Practicals, Action Research, Project and Interview sessions.</p><p><br>Students from DAIS made us proud. Siddhant Mukherjee and Sahil Rane received Gold medals and Krishay Maniar received a Bronze medal in the competition.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Success at Sydney - Team R Factor at the Finals

<p><strong>First Robotics Competition</strong></p><p><br>Team R Factor, our young and ambitious team, captured hearts and minds and made a lasting impact at the Sydney Regionals of the First Robotics Competition. The team won the prestigious award at the Sydney Regionals and is now a World finalist for the First Robotics Competition at Houston, USA.</p><p><br>The competition was created to keep the central focus of FIRST Robotics Competition on the ultimate goal of transforming the culture in ways that will inspire greater levels of respect and honor for science and technology, as well as encouraging more of today’s youth to become scientists, engineers and technologists.</p><p><br>The team was represented by 3 students, of which Aarushi Majumder (Grade XI) and Shiv Kampani (Grade VIII) are from DAIS. This was followed by a gruelling question-answer session to understand the team's 3 year long journey and the intense efforts put in by the team comprising, among others, of Hitansh Doshi ( Grade XII), Adhyyan Sekhsaria - Team Captain ( Grade XI), Krish Mehta ( Grade XI) Riyaan Bakhda ( Grade X) and Tanay Nistala ( Grade XI) in the last 9 months leading to the competition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Wharton High School UPenn Investment Competition

<p>IB Grade 11 students Aditya Gandotra , Advait Deshpande , Anurag Bhuwania, Aryamaan Singhania, Aryan Shah, Ishan Gupta , Krish Mehta, Shrey Dalal and Siddhanth Lath participated in the Knowledge @Wharton High school UPenn ( KWHS) Investment Competition.</p><p><br>They were among the top 12 Asia regional finalists, out of over 200 teams who participated, and were invited to pitch their strategy at Infosys, Bangalore on the 3rd march 2018.</p><p><br>They were awarded the "Special Infosys KWHS award".</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Mental Math Genius

<p>Sudarshan Manikantan of Class 3 A won an award for achieving Rank 1 across Maharashtra, in the Mental Math competition conducted by a Singapore based Mental Math Association.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sit and draw art competition

<p>On 6th February, 2018, DAIS students participated in the Art competition organized by the Niki Hingad Art Foundation, titled ‘Sit and Draw Art Competition, at the Sir J. J School of Art.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>All entries were evaluated by a panel of judges from the Sir J. J. School art fraternity and were rated on the basis of creativity and originality of the artwork.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>This was an open competition, supporting the idea of freedom in the World of Art. The competition was categorized in four age groups: ‘Veni-A' 5 – 7 yrs; 'Veni-B' 7 – 10 yrs, ‘Vidi’–11 – 14 yrs and ‘Vici’ –14 -16 yrs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The out-standing winners of the 7th Annual NHAF Inter School Art competition were:<br><br><strong>Veni – A’ – Age (5-7 yrs):</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Ist Position: Simone Aspi Tangri - Class 3B<br>&nbsp;</p><p>IInd Position: Viha Gahrotra - I A<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Consolation Prize:</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Myrah Gupta - Class IIB<br><br>Aanvi Malpani - Class IIB<br><br><strong>‘Veni - B’ Group (8-10 yrs)</strong><br><br><strong>Consolation Prize:</strong><br><br>Meera Ankad – Class IIIB</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>‘Vici’ Group: (14 yrs and above)</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Consolation Prize:</strong><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Adhyyan Sekhsaria at Informatics 2018

<p>Adhyyan Sekhsaria of Grade XI won the Indian National Olympiad in Informatics 2018. He will represent India along with 3 others at the International Olympiad in Informatics, to be held in Japan in September. This is the 30th year of the International Olympiad and approximately 83 countries participate in the competition. The India leg started off with 880 contestants and after multiple rounds of competitions, the top 4 were selected to represent the country.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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Frank Anthony English Debate

<p>At the Frank Anthony Memorial All-India Inter-School English Debate, two students from Std 10A, Vikram Sivashankar and Sahil Rane represented the school in the Regional round. Our team was adjudged the best team and Vikram was awarded the 'best speaker'. The topic was ‘ By sparing the rod we have spoilt the child' and clearly our two speakers were able to make a mark with their eloquence. Now our team is into the Zonal round.</p><p><br>The Frank Anthony Memorial All-India Inter-School English Debate is a prestigious annual debate competition organised by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CICSE). Participants represent their schools and are divided into two groups (Category I for students of Standards XI and XII and Category II for students of Standards IX and X). Over 1,600 schools participate in the event each year.</p><p><br>DAIS students have represented the school every year in this debate and have brought laurels for the school.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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Aman Ladia-A Corporate Genius

<p>Aman Ladia of Grade XI was invited to deliver a talk at the 4th Annual CISO (cyber security) Summit in Mumbai. Aman spoke on "Blockchain: A Privacy Centred Framework for Corporate Compliance". He discussed the implications of blockchain integration in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sectors, in addition to presenting a blockchain based framework for Aadhar. The summit was organized by EC-Council, an American cyber-security certification body, and Aman is the youngest speaker to have spoken at their flagship conference. The event was attended by over 200 CEOs, CTOs and CISOs of various Indian and International companies, along with three state governments, including Maharashtra. The video recording of his talk can be viewed on: <a href="https://youtu.be/4vIRei8dS80">https://youtu.be/4vIRei8dS80</a></p><p><br>Subsequently, he was also invited to present the blockchain pitch to Paladion Networks Mumbai , a US based global leader in cyber security solutions.</p><p><br>Aman has been working on blockchain technologies for the past 3 years . Being an early researcher of this technology , he has developed a respectable following in the blockchain community as a developer and promoter of the technology. He is currently working as a blockchain architect for Blockchain Fortress Canada, one of Canada's premier blockchain firms. He is also one of the few external researchers working with an International bank and few companies for research into future blockchain technologies, predominantly towards amalgamation of Artificial intelligence and blockchain.</p><p><br>Aman will be speaking next at the 'Blockchain Day' organized by 1.21 GigaWatts USA in Bangalore. The topic of his talk is “Making smart contracts smarter: Adding external data sources to DApps using Oracles”. He will be giving a live case demonstration as well.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Sudarshan Manikantan from 3A, Rank 1 in Logiqids

<h3>Logiqids of DAIS</h3><p><br>Sudarshan Manikantan of Class 3A, Ranked 1st across all cities, in the logical reasoning competition conducted by Logiqids, in April 2018.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Aarushi Majumder wins the First Dean's List Award

<p>Grade 12 Aarushi Majumder wins the FIRST Dean’s List Award.</p><p><br>Aarushi Majumder attended the Dean's List Summit in Manchester, NH, USA. The award is given to outstanding student leaders who have demonstrated exemplary technical expertise, entrepreneurship, creativity and commitment at attaining FIRST ideals. A total of 10 students out of over 75000 students participating in the FIRST Robotics Competition last year were given this award, and Aarushi was the first non -American to receive it in the 9-year history of the award.</p><p><br>At the Summit, Aarushi had the opportunity to interact with inspiring personalities like Dean Kamen, Founder FIRST; Woodie Flowers, Emeritus Professor at the MIT; and the Deans and admissions officers of MIT and Yale (MIT and Yale actively support this FRC program). In addition, at the FIRST supporters’ dinner and meetings, she met with the representatives of various FIRST suppliers and corporates. All these experiences were huge learning opportunities.</p><p><br><strong>Day 1 - The MIT VISIT</strong></p><p><br>Professor Woodie Flowers welcomed everyone to the MIT campus with an inspiring speech. He spoke about the importance of making one’s education count by making the best of every opportunity afforded. A lot of children go to school but don’t engage with what they learn; they are passively trained.</p><p><br>It is important to ensure you are educated, actively engaged in the learning process and not merely trained in order to be able to solve the world’s greatest problems and make a difference. He also spoke of the importance of finding good people and anchoring yourself in college- all the while staying away from the herd mentality. He recognized that the one thing that human beings can do that machines can’t, one thing uniquely human, is to truly empathize. For any invention to be successful and useful there must be true empathy behind its conception. He also mentioned that in discussions and in life in general we would meet people who are persuasive. Just because someone is persuasive doesn’t mean they’re right, and just because someone is right doesn’t mean they’re persuasive. He explained to us that as the leaders of tomorrow it was our job to know the difference between the two, pull the best out of people and to take hundreds of people with us on our path. Most importantly, he expressed the importance of learning how to fail and to be gracious in failure. There is no point in shielding oneself from failure; it is always better to learn from it.</p><p><br>Subsequently, Brandon, a FIRST alum, past Dean’s List Award Winner and MIT sophomore took us on an engaging tour of the vibrant campus, with its dorms, athletics facilities and dome, explaining to us MIT culture, traditions and hacks. We visited the MIT museum, housing various artifacts made by MIT alumni, including a hyper speed car and moral machine for self-driving cars.</p><p><br>We were suitably awed by the robotic exhibit, containing robots that could read emotions, and perform simple tasks like using a slinky. The best part about the museum, according to me was its perfect balance of machines and art that came through in the exploding chairs, self-bathing gears and self-dusting violins that we saw there. The highlight of the MIT tour, however, was the visit to the MIT Media Labs. Being in this state of the art building felt remarkably like being inside a time-machine or sci-fi novel some 100 years in the future. The entire group took in the scene wide eyed and open mouthed. This was the birthplace of Google Maps, of touch screens, of rock band and countless other innovations that had changed life. There were a lot of innovations witnessed like the staircases that were designed specifically to increase human interaction with people one would not normally talk to; or the ginormous labs with fewer than 100 dust particles within them; stories of ongoing projects that would enable people to see around corners and read through closed books. Information was given about ongoing projects such as AlterEgo, Dormio, NeverMind.This was truly inspirational as these projects were made by studentsand they would truly revolutionize the world, for the better.</p><p><br><strong>THE DEAN'S HOUSE:</strong></p><p><br>The Summit’s supplier dinner was at the Dean’s house, where Dean Kamen had opened his house to over 150 suppliers and strategic partners of FIRST. The house was gorgeous - with rustic red brick walls and a stylishly modern design - and timeless. Combined with the lush surrounding gardens and calm pond, the scene belonged on a post card. As the group toured the house they were told of Dean’s Christmas gifts - innovations that DEKA employees had put all their efforts into making. From self-calibrating pendulums to chess playing arms and a mint to create currency for Dean’s private island nation of North Dumpling, the creativity and imagination running wild in that house was simply spectacular. The tour ended in Dean’s helicopter hangar, where this year’s FRC game field was set up along with a few robots to stage a demonstration for FIRST’s sponsors and strategic partners. Here, most of the participants received the opportunity to speak to adults in engineering fields, some of whose job descriptions were innovation. Aarushi met potential sponsors and told them of her team’s situation. They wereextremely understanding and supportive, promising to help her team in whatever way possible. She met a lot of interesting people, who were excited to listen to her story and wanted to know how they could help her. Some promised to help connect her to sponsors (in India sponsorship and resources are a challenge), others wanted to help her realize and achieve my dreams. Once dinner had concluded, the speeches began. Dean Kamen, Don Bossi and Woodie Flowers all welcomed everyone and fondly recounted the journey of FIRST over the years. Then, Reed Blanchard, a fellow Deans’s List winner was invited to speak to all the guests about his journey and how FIRST had impacted him. Reed told us of his father’s accident that had led him to be a paraplegic who had difficulty communicating. It was Reed who eventually helped ease his difficulty in communicating by creating an FLL project to help his father. As a student whose life has been changed by FIRST, Reed’s story was inspiring and emotional.</p><p><br><strong>DAY 2 - PANEL DISCUSSION:</strong></p><p><br>The panel discussion with suppliers was a wonderful opportunity for us to give a team’s perspective on the Kit of Parts (KOP) and what was liked about it this year and what could be done to make it better in the future. All FIRST suppliers were present, including Andy Mark, 3M, Digi Key, Siemens, Bosch and Nidec among others. Some of the questions received were:</p><p><br>What was your favorite part in the KOP this year?</p><ul><li>What changes would you like made/what parts would you like incorporated in the KOP next year?</li><li>How can suppliers interact more with teams in person? On social media?</li><li>What is the most effective way to present documentation? Video? Bullet points? Print?</li><li>10 years in the future what role do you think Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and simulation will play in the KOP?</li><li>How can suppliers play a more active role in the FIRST ecosystem?</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Some of the solutions/answers that were proposed as a panel were:</p><p><br>Favorite parts ranged from the standard chassis to compliant wheels to motor controllers to roborio and programming documentation/ libraries</p><ul><li>Parts proposed were crimpers, hand tools, different kinds of rivets and adhesives, clearer documentation, bumper parts</li><li>Documentation tends to be extensive and vast so providing an easy to navigate pamphlet would help many rookie teams. Documentation should be multi-modal to cater to all kinds of learner’s including videos, podcasts, screenshots and paragraphs. Online documentation is preferred for international teams to easily access.</li><li>Simulation, especially one that multiple teams can join and play virtual matches will be extremely useful</li><li>Suppliers can engage with teams on social media by issue if various challenges and recognizing teams that successfully complete them. They can also visit team pits at competitions and hold interviews to engage teams and to encourage more teams to reach out to them</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>MEETING WITH FRANK, DIRECTOR OF FIRST AND THE ENGINEERS:</strong></p><p><br>Aarushi got the opportunity to have a round table discussion with the director of FIRST Frank Merrik and all the Engineers that make the game each year a reality. In an hour-long Q&amp;A session, we picked their brain on the idea behind each year’s theme, on the process of field and game design, on the hardest game they ever designed and, on their experience, working as a FIRST engineer. They answered all questions in detail – the theme is often randomly picked but sometimes linked to the year’s noteworthy event (case in point the 50th anniversary of the moon landing leading to Destination: Deep Space). Field and game design is a long process that the engineers don’t have the luxury of getting wrong or wasting time. In a short 8-month period, they conceptualize, CAD and create prototypes of field elements and challenges for the year. Through the process it is extremely important to try and think like the teams in order to discover loopholes and ambiguous clauses. The hardest game to design, from a mechanical perspective, was FIRST Stronghold, with its shifting defenses, and from a control systems perspective was FIRST Steamworks, because of the difficulty in tagging each ball (the fuel).</p><p><br><strong>MEETING WITH DEAN KAMEN:</strong></p><p><br>One of the most highly anticipated parts of the Summit was meeting with Dean Kamen himself. He recounted FIRST’s journey from its inception, including the struggles he had to overcome. Simultaneously, he told everyone about his own journey, from an average student who was still finding his place in the world to an inventor who witnessed people’s struggles and then with human empathy and creativity, built machines to solve these problems. He informed the group about the first machine he built – a mobile dialysis machine – and about some subsequent projects, including a self-balancing, stair-climbing wheelchair for amputees whose daily lives were a struggle. Meeting someone who approached the world’s problems one at a time and then invented machines to solve the problem was particularly inspirational. Aarushi's group asked him questions about his success and he proceeded to give them extremely insightful and relevant advice for making our own way in the world. He told them that there is no shortcut to success but that one must work hard and fail hard to someday reach anywhere. There was no alternative for failure and that one should celebrate failure because that’s the only way one can bounce back and move on. He emphasized that a reputation takes a lifetime to build and only a minute to destroy, so one should always be honest and just. This was followed by a book introduction and signing, the book being a premium, heavy, coffee table volume documenting the science behind all DEKA’s (a technology research and development company founded by Dean Kamen) Christmas gifts to Dean Kamen.</p><p><br><strong>The DEKA TOUR:</strong></p><p><br>The DEKA tour once again put Aarushi amd her group in the presence of some of the coolest and impactful inventions I’ve come across including the iBot – a self-balancing, stair-climbing wheelchair for amputees and paraplegics, Slingshot – a water purification system for third world countries, and the Luke Arm – a prosthetic arm that can perform all the functions a normal arm and can be controlled by an accelerometer in shoes. Lastly, the DEKA machine shop in its full, capable glory was witnessed by all.</p><p><br><strong>MEETING WITH MICHELLE LONG:</strong></p><p><br>The head of alumni relations at FIRST spoke to the participants, asking about the ways we planned to stay in touch with FIRST. Some ways included mentoring teams nearby once in college, starting new teams and ensuring that they had the right mentors, sponsors and infrastructure to continue as a self-sufficient entity, or virtually mentoring any team that requires helping a specific discipline such as programming.</p><p><br><strong>THE YALE DINNER:</strong></p><p><br>The last thing on our agenda for the day was a dinner with the Deputy Dean of Engineering and the Senior Assistant Director of admissions at Yale. They told us stories of FIRST alums at Yale, as they built race cars and airplanes in college and then eventually went on to work at companies like SpaceX and DEKA. This was followed by Q&amp;A session about the admissions process.</p><p><br>Aarushi says, "These were truly learning experiences. With our school starting an FRC team, this opportunity would be an incredible one for all 10th and 11th graders. I look forward to playing an active role on our school team."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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DAIS Shines at World Robot Olympiad - Mumbai Regional Championship

<p>3 students of DAIS won a trophy at the World Robot Olympiad – Mumbai Regional Championship</p><p><br>Topic: FOOD MATTERS (REDUCE FOOD WASTE)</p><p><br>Rishi Sankhe of Class 7A in 2 nd place (Elementary Category)</p><ul><li>Manav Kothari of Class 8A in 3 rd place (Elementary Category)</li><li>Arav Kaul of Class 5A in 4 th place (Elementary Category)</li></ul>

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Riyaan Bakhda wins Gold at World Robotics Olympiad in Ahmedabad

<p>Riyaan Bakhda and his team, "Team saBOTage" won India the 6th Rank ( Senior Open Category) from 40 teams from over 35 countries at the International World Robotics Olympiad in Thailand, Nov 16-18. The team was chosen to represent India after we won the Gold Medal from over 50 teams at the national Indian Robotics Olympiad in Ahmedabad.</p><p><br>The project was a commercial Artificial-Intelligence-enabled robotic system which fabricated food containers using banana leaves and hygienically packed food in them. The project gives a cheap and green alternative to the hazardous plastic containers widely used to store food. The team garnered media attention when it was featured in an article by The Better India newspaper and in a Radio interview aired on 106.4 FM RadioGold</p><p><br>The article by The Better India newspaper:<br><a href="https://www.thebetterindia.com/164286/children-innovation-eco-friendly-changemaker-mumbai-news/">https://www.thebetterindia.com/164286/children-innovation-eco-friendly-changemaker-mumbai-news/</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Official Results of WRO 2018:<br><a href="http://www.wro2018.org/Result%20Scores%20The%20WRO2018%20(Official).pdf">http://www.wro2018.org/Result%20Scores%20The%20WRO2018%20(Official)</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Riyaan Bakhda wins Gold at World Robotics Olympiad in Ahmedabad</h2><p>Riyaan participated in the National Championship of the World Robotics Olympiad in Ahmedabad where he presented his Robotics Project which aimed to provide a new cheap, safe, and hygienic standard for the packaging of foods in the restaurant industry. For this project he won a Trophy and a Gold Medal. His team comprised of two other students from Utpal Sanghvi International School. All of them favoured an invitation to represent India at the <strong>World Robot Olympiad 2018 in Thailand.</strong></p><p><br>The project aims to provide a safer and cheaper alternative to replace the hazardous methods of packing food nowadays, in plastic containers, newspapers, and aluminium foil - all three of which are suspected to be greatly toxic to the food stored within them and human health.</p><p><br>After research, it was found that banana leaves - which have been traditionally used in the preparation and storage of food in South India - actually provide many natural preservatives and healthy antioxidants to the food within them. Hence, the aim of the prototype machine that was built was to secure food hygiene and food nutrition by packing food in parcels made of banana leaves as opposed to Plastic, Aluminium, and Newspaper.</p><p><br>The team’s prototype machine automatically cuts, processes, scans, and sterilizes raw leaves to make them usable in the packing of Foods. It is programmed to wrap the food with the leaves in a secure and sealed parcel which restaurant owners can give to the customers for later consumption.</p><p><br>Programming multiple complex systems like the Arduino micro-controller, the Raspberry Pi micro-computer, and the EV3 computer brick with various Languages like EV3, Python, and C, they built a large functional prototype which was presented to the judges at the Open Category Exhibition in Ahmedabad on September 15 and 16, 2018.</p><p><br>Hearty Congratulations to Riyaan and his team who secured the 1st Place in the Senior Open Category, and has been chosen, from over 50 competing teams, to represent India at the International Championship in Thailand this November.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Manav Kothari at the World Robot Olympiad

<p>Manav Kothari of Class 8 A and his team mates won a Gold medal at the World Robot Olympiad- National Chapter, amongst 90+ teams from across India. They reached the National level after winning a bronze in the Regional Chapter. They will now represent India at Chiang Mai, Thailand at the WRO Internationals and compete against 70+ nations. Good Luck!</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Shiv Kampani and Avantika Kampani win the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition.

<p>Shiv Kampani of Class 9C and Avantika Kampani of Class 6A participated in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition which is the world’s oldest schools’ international writing competition, managed by The Royal Commonwealth Society since 1883. Shiv won Gold in the Senior category and Avantika won Silver in the Junior category.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Lekh Parekh made Captain of the Maharashtra Senior Roller Jockey team

<p>Lekh Parekh of Grade X has been selected to be the Captain of the Maharashtra Senior team to represent at the National Championship in Roller Jockey at Vishakapatnam.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Manav Kothari rules OMEGA

<p>Maanav Kothari of Class 8 A and his team OMEGA, won the Finals at the FIRST TECH CHALLENGE Nationals held at Pune in February, 2019.</p><p><br>FIRST TECH CHALLENGE, popularly known as FTC, is an exciting and innovative robotics competition for students in the age group of 12yrs. to 8yrs.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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The Change-maker Siddhaarth

<p>Siddhaarth Golia of Class 8 B has collected Rs 1,83,445 / - for a charity project of the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2019. He raised funds for 'Any Body Can Jump', an initiative by CARE FOUNDATION. This initiative has been started in the fond memory of his aunt &amp; is very close to his heart. The foundation believes that 'We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what e give'.The foundation supports marginalised communities. Siddhaarth has been honoured for his efforts with a Gold medal by United Way,[philanthropy partner of TMM 2019] and has been called a Change-maker by them for his efforts.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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A Junior Math Genius

<p>Manit Tanwar of Class 8A appeared for the JMO (Junior Mathematics Olympiad) held in early 2019. He performed extremely well and won a Gold medal and the Ramanujan Scholarship.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Devaryaa Scores at Mental Math

<p>Devaryaa Makhija of Class IV B has secured 1 st Rank at the Mental Maths Competition 2018, Mumbai Level by scoring 200 / 200 marks. The competition was organized by Global Maths Science Education in association with Math Vision PTE Ltd., Singapore.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Anvay Shah winning 2 Gold and 2 Bronze

<p>Anvay Shah wins 2 Gold and 2 Bronze at the NEC Senior National Equestrian Championship</p><p><br>Grade 11 student Anvay Shah participated in the Senior National Equestrian Championship (NEC) 2019 held in Mumbai from February 25 to March 3, 2019. He won the Gold Medal in Show Jumping Novice 1.1 meter Team event &amp; the Bronze medal in the Individual Event. Anvay also won his 2nd Gold medal in Show Jumping Grade III 1.2 meter Team event.</p><p><br>In the Mumbai Horse show, which was held along with the NEC, Anvay won another Bronze medal in Show Jumping 1.1 meter Individual event.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Naman Parikh – A Grade 11 student’s Social Start-up

<p>Naman Parikh of Grade 11 conceived the idea and founded a social start-up called DivyangDost Foundation. Divyang Dost (www.divyangdost.org) is a web based movement with brick support to promote social inclusiveness of differently abled children (Divyangs). He is leading group of about 25+ high school students and managing this platform to encourage abled children (Divyang Dost) to regularly and proactively spend quality time with Divyangs. This movement is aimed at bringing more smiles on Divyangs while instilling empathy among Divyang Dosts from early age.</p><p><br>Using music as means to enthuse more and more Diyang Dosts to join this movement of promoting social inclusiveness of Divyangs, Naman and his teammates planned and executed ‘Divyang Dost Drum Circle’ (D3C). This first of its kind initiative presented nearly 200+ pairs of differently abled and abled children playing percussion instruments and achieving perfect symphony in just few seconds. The event was witnessed by around 80,000 participants of Vadodara International Marathon on <strong>6th January 2019</strong>. Enthused by their efforts, Shri Vijaybhai Rupani, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat also launched Divyang Dost’s Mobile Application (photo attached) while flagging off the Marathon. For financial closure of the event, they used online crowdfunding platform and collected nearly Rs. 6.5 Lacs from nearly 140+ contributors (lowest Rs. 30 to highest Rs. 25,000). This unique initiative was planned and executed in just two weeks during Christmas Break.</p><p><br>Since, 6th Grade, when Naman got introduced to differently abled children as part National Parayavaran Mitra Puraskar competition; he has been a regular visitor for some of the NGOs operating in this sector. These rounds of interactions triggered this thought and hence he felt this need of social inclusiveness. Finally, in 2016 he started this initiative and is now ready with Proof of Concept (PoC) of his social start-up. Since then, more than 19+ NGOs have joined this movement already. Tthe group is now planning to expand their base by creating similar groups in multiple cities and towns and making it a nation-wide movement.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

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Siddharth Rajgopal of IGCSE G9 won Gold Award at Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition' 25

<p>Siddharth Rajgopal of DAIS IGCSE Class 9 C has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025, the world’s oldest and one of the most respected international writing competitions.</p><p><br>This year marked a record-breaking edition of the competition, with 53,434 entries submitted by young writers across all 56 Commonwealth nations. Earning a Gold Award places Siddharth among the top performers globally — a testament to his exceptional writing ability, creativity, and depth of thought.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>