Book Discussion: How to Be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage | 25 April

Book Discussion: How to Be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage  

Speaker: Prof. Ranjay Gulati, Harvard Business School.

Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, followed by networking
Venue: Bharti Enterprises Corporate Office, Piazza Auditorium, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Delhi 110070.

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Events on Frugal Innovation : Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future

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Festival of Ideas

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Festival of Ideas in Bangalore FRUGAL INNOVATION Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future Organised as part of the “INDIA - FRANCE YEAR OF INNOVATION” Day 1 | 24 April 2026 The French Institute in India and Alliance Française de Bangalore invites you to the Night of Ideas that will launch the Festival of Ideas on Friday, 24 April 2026 from 6:30 PM onwards. The night will begin with a conversation on Frugality and the Pursuit of Happiness, featuring Cédric Carles and Navi Radjou moderated by Vipasha Devi Tilak. This discussion will explore how frugality offers new pathways toward well-being and sustainability in a rapidly changing world. It will be followed by the opening of the exhibition A World Without End, adapted from the internationally acclaimed graphic novel by Christophe Blain and Jean-Marc Jancovici. The exhibition sheds light on the causes and consequences of climate change while encouraging collective awareness and action. Date: 24th April 2026 | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Alliance française de Bangalore Tea will be served at 6:30 PM   RSVP to attend Day 2 | 25 April 2026 As part of the Festival of Ideas, we are also delighted to invite you to the Frugal Innovation Forum on 25 April 2026 at the Science Gallery Bengaluru 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Co-curated with frugal innovation expert Navi Radjou, the forum will bring together inspiring voices from fields such as healthcare, education, architecture, and AI to explore practical, human-centered solutions to today’s social and environmental challenges. Explore the Programme Copyright (C) 2026 French Institute in India. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email as a privileged contact of the French Institute in India.

TISS Online Summer School on 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 | 20-25 April

The School of Public Policy and Governance - TISS, Hyderabad, invites applications for its TISS Summer School on 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀.

This Summer School examines climate change not only as an environmental issue, but as a question of governance, adaptation, finance, data, and transition. Designed in an accessible and interdisciplinary format, the programme introduces participants to key themes shaping contemporary climate debates.

Themes include:

• Climate Change and Commons
• Vulnerability and Adaptation to Climate Change
• Climate Governance
• Climate Finance
• Climate Change and Big Data
• GreenTransitions

• Dates: 20-25 April 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM IST onwards daily 
• Mode: Online (Zoom)
• Registration Fee: No registration fee
• Certificate: Certificates will be provided
• Last date to apply: 17 April 2026

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JNU organises Krishna Bharadwaj Memorial Lecture by Prof. Somak Raychaudhary | ​16th April at 4 pm

JNU organises Krishna Bharadwaj Memorial Lecture by Prof. Somak Raychaudhary | 16th April at 4 pm

JNU organizes an Essay Competition on Dr. Ambedkar and His Knowledge Production | 13 April

JNU organizes an Essay Competition on Dr. Ambedkar and His Knowledge Production | 13 April 2026

New Article "Learning Through Doing and Tinkering: Exploring the Role of Atal Tinkering Labs in STEM Education in India" by M Govind

Learning Through Doing and Tinkering: Exploring the Role of Atal Tinkering Labs in STEM Education in India
by M Govind - Connected Science Learning, 2026, DOI: 10.1080/24758779.2026.2624833. 
Abstract: The importance of STEM education in promoting innovation has prompted many countries to adopt innovative policies and programs for strengthening STEM learning. In India, the Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs), based on the principles of the maker movement, are designed as informal workspaces where children engage with hands-on activities with tools and equipment. This study examines the perspectives of students and teachers on tinkering activities and investigates how tinkering facilitates the learning of STEM concepts and their application in developing solutions to local problems. The study is based on a questionnaire-based survey and interview of 510 respondents, including students (466) and 44 teachers from 26 schools located in the National Capital Region of Delhi, India. Our study showed that through tinkering and assembling prototype models, students were able to grasp STEM concepts more effectively and design innovative solutions. However, the study also found that while ATLs enrich learning through creativity and problem-solving, they risk diverting students’ attention from foundational knowledge and placing additional burdens on teachers if not aligned with the formal school curriculum. Our study contributes to the theoretical understanding of how informal learning contexts enhance students’ understanding of concepts and their real-world applications.

CfPs: International Conference on STS for Resilient Futures | 23–24 July, Bangkok, Thailand

International Conference on STS for Resilient Futures: Advancing Research on Climate, Technology, and Societal Information

July 23–24, 2026, Bangkok, Thailand

 

"STS for Resilient Futures: Advancing research on climate, technology, and societal information" is designed as a global academic platform to advance interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together insights from science, technology, and the social sciences to inform evidence-based policymaking and social development. It also aims to promote innovation grounded in ethics and equity, while addressing the urgent challenges posed by the climate crisis and the ongoing digital transition. The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and seeks to strengthen research and policy networks at both regional and international levels.

Conference Overview 

Themes: 

• Resilience and Disaster Management
• AI and Digital Transformation
• Climate Sustainability
• Health and Well-Being
• Food Security and Biodiversity
•  Energy and Green Transition

Focus: Explore the intersection of science, technology, and society by bridging interdisciplinary experts from academia, industry, and policy to address critical challenges in climate change and digital transformation.

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: May 15th, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: May 30th, 2026
• Full Paper Submission: July 15th, 2026

Registration Fees

• Early Bird (until May 31st): 3,000 Thai Baht / 100 USD
• Regular (from June 1st): 4,000 Thai Baht / 125 USD

Further information/ Call for Abstracts: https://www.cusri-sts2026.com/. 

For any specific inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us at cusriglobal[@]gmail.com.

 

Organizing Committee - STS for Resilient Futures 2026
Chulalongkorn University Social Research Institute (CUSRI)
Email: cusriglobal[@]gmail.com

Bangkok, Thailand