Latest news with #ISB
Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Indian School Bahrain Shines at CBSE Cluster Chess Tournament
TDT I Manama The Indian School, Bahrain (ISB), showcased an outstanding performance at the CBSE School Cluster Chess Tournament 2025, securing significant victories across multiple categories. The Under-14 Girls' team emerged as champions, demonstrating strategic excellence and remarkable teamwork. The triumphant team consisted of Shasthiga Balamurugan (7I), Janet George (6Y), Dhruvi Panigrahi (8B), and Shanjana Selvaraj (8H). In the Under-19 Girls' category, ISB secured the Runner-Up position. This team comprised Richa Ann Biju (11E), Deepshika Kishore (10P), Uma Eswari (9L), and Jerusha Elizabeth (9R). The Under-14 Boys' team also achieved the Runner-Up title with an impressive display of skill. The players were Pranav Santhosh (7K), Kasinath K. Siljith (7U), Parmesh Suresh (9K), and Atharav Jagtap (8U). ISB Hon. Chairman Adv. Binu Mannil Varughese, Hon. Secretary V Rajapandian, Hon. Vice-Chairman and Hon. Member-HSSE & Sports Dr. Mohammed Faizal, Executive Committee members, Principal V.R. Palaniswamy, and HoD Sridhar Siva S extended heartfelt congratulations to all participants and coach Saikat Sarkar for their exceptional efforts and achievements.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- The Hindu
ISB professor ends life at ISB Hyderabad campus
A resident professor at the Indian School of Business (ISB) in Hyderabad ended his life at the institute's residential quarters late on Tuesday (June 24, 2025) night. The deceased was identified as 30-year-old Nikhil Madan. The incident was reported between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. within the ISB campus at Gachibowli. According to Gachibowli Inspector Mohammed Habibullah Khan, the motive behind the act remains unknown. Police teams reached the location shortly after being alerted and shifted the body for post-mortem examination. A case was registered under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and an investigation is underway to determine what led to this extreme step. (Roshini suicide prevention helpline number are: 8142020033/44 and 040 66202000/2001.)
India Today
6 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Ankur Warikoo shares how his salary increased from Rs 3 LPA to Rs 33 LPA in 5 years
Entrepreneur and author Ankur Warikoo shared a reflective post this week, mapping his growth from a PhD dropout to one of the top hires on campus. He also revealed how his salary increased from Rs 3 LPA to Rs 33 LPA in just five years. In the now-viral post on LinkedIn, he recalled how, at the age of 24, he returned to India from the US, uncertain about the future and in urgent need of a first salary was just Rs 14,746 a month. 'I got my first job at 24, earning Rs 14,746 per month. At 26, I was earning 12 lakh per annum. At 29, 33 lakh per annum,' Warikoo said. With no MBA, no network, and limited exposure, Warikoo knocked on doors, newspaper ads, walk-in interviews, referrals, until he landed a role at NIS Sparta. 'Here's how it happened: At 24, I dropped out of my PhD in the US and came back to India. With no plans and no visibility over my future, I needed financial stability.I had to get a job,' he said. He added, 'I tapped into my (limited) network, applied through newspaper ads, and went for walk-in interviews. After 45 days, I appeared for the final round of NIS Sparta. They asked me what my salary expectations were,' Warikoo said, adding, 'I had no idea what to ask for. They offered me Rs 15K in hand—more than I expected'.advertisementBut soon, he realised his limitations. Colleagues with management degrees had a stronger grasp on the work. That's when he came across ISB, a one-year MBA programme, albeit with a hefty price tag. The loan would become his family's first ever. 'I asked myself, can I land a job post-MBA that pays me at least Rs 35K a month? The data said yes. So I took the bet.'From struggling to break into the top consulting shortlist to eventually cracking ATKearney, Warikoo's climb was anything but straightforward. 'I bombed my BCG interview. Fumbled in ATK's second round, too. But someone gave me another chance. I gave it everything.'He landed the job with a package of Rs 12 lakh per annum, and in just 18 months, became the firm's fastest-promoted employee. By the time he left in 2009, he was earning Rs 33 lakh a concluded his post with a lesson that resonated with several users: 'I reached where I did because people bet on me. I stayed grateful and worked hard. If someone takes a bet on you, double down. On yourself.'Take a look at the post here: Social media users praised the honesty in his story. 'When someone bets on you, the best thing you can do is outwork their expectations,' a user said, while another added, 'The humility, the grit, the way you respected every opportunity, it's the kind of story we don't hear enough.'advertisement'All it takes is one chance. And the determination to make it count,' said one of the users. See the comments here: Ankur Warikoo's post proved that the right opportunities matter, but so does the courage to back yourself when they Watch
Daily Tribune
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
ISB@75 Chess Championship begins with grand opening and record participation
The ISB@75 Chess Championship, organised to mark the Platinum Jubilee of The Indian School Bahrain (ISB), kicked off yesterday with a grand opening ceremony at the Jashanmal Auditorium, Isa Town Campus. The two-day event is held under the patronage of the Bahrain Chess Federation and in collaboration with Arjun's Chess Academy (ACA). The event was inaugurated by Bahrain Chess Federation President Anmar Ibrahim Ahmadi, who attended as the Chief Guest. Also present were ISB Chairman Adv. Binu Mannil Varughese, Vice-Chairman and Member – HSSE & Sports Dr. Mohammed Faizal, Member – Transport Mohammad Nayaz Ullah, Principal VR Palaniswamy, ISB Platinum Jubilee General Convener Prince S. Natarajan, Vice-Principal (Senior School & Academic Administration) G. Satheesh, ACA CEO Arjun Kakkadath, Staff Representative Parvathi Devadas, Physical Education teachers, and community leaders. The championship opened with a Free Chess Workshop, accessible to students and enthusiasts across Bahrain. The session was led by expert coach Janelle Dela Cerna. With nearly 250 players and 60 school teams registered, the ISB@75 Championship is shaping up to be one of the largest chess tournaments ever held in Bahrain. The Interschool Team Chess Championship began this morning, featuring school teams competing in Under-12 and Under-19 categories. Schools are permitted to field multiple four-member teams, with matches played under FIDE Rapid Rules using the Swiss League format. Trophies and certificates will be awarded to the top three teams in each category. Later in the day, the Open Rapid Chess Tournament welcomed players of all ages. Prizes will be distributed across several categories, with special honours for the top 10 performers. All matches are being conducted in line with official FIDE regulations. The championship will conclude with a grand finale scheduled for 8:00 PM tonight.
Daily Tribune
20-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Tribune
International Yoga Day
The Indian School Bahrain (ISB) observed the 11th International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm and unity yesterday. The event brought together students and teachers to celebrate the ancient discipline of yoga, underscoring its vital role in fostering physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The programme was graced by Principal VR Palaniswamy, Senior School & Academic Administration Vice-Principal G. Satheesh, Middle Section Vice-Principal Jose Thomas, Head of the Physical Education Department Sridhar Siva S, Physical Education teachers, and enthusiastic students. This year's theme, 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' highlights the dual benefits of yoga—enhancing personal wellness and contributing to collective harmony.
