11
Apr

The EdTech Boom: Boon or Bane

The shift to remote learning during the pandemic was unplanned and immediate, which raises concerns regarding the sufficiency, performance, and sustainability of EdTech products and platforms. As the rise of EdTech unicorns gives rise to a hybrid learning model, it is important to weigh the advantages of the technological transformation of the formal education system […]


11
Apr

EdTech’s Emerging Trends Point to a Hybrid Learning Environment

As EdTech products become more widely used by schools during the pandemic, and the need for up-skilling among employees increases, major players in the industry are introducing innovations to increase the efficiency of administrative tasks for teachers and institutions, and improve access and engagement for students. This requires the rapid adoption of technologies like Artificial […]


11
Apr

How India’s EdTech Landscape Blossomed During the Pandemic

The conflation of technology and education is meant to improve accessibility and make learning a more immersive experience for students. The widespread availability of affordable smartphones and high internet penetration made India a viable market for the expansion of the EdTech industry. However, the real-world applicability of EdTech was rigorously tested by the pandemic. While […]


07
Apr

OTM 2022: Qatar Tourism Showcases Promising Developments

Qatar Tourism has successfully concluded its participation at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM), one of the first major travel trade shows in India for 2022. The show was back on the ground after a two-year pandemic-prompted hiatus, setting a positive tone for tourism resurgence. Led by Philip Dickinson, Vice President of International Markets, Qatar Tourism, along […]


05
Apr

7 Reasons to Plan a Summer Trip to New York

Pop culture depicts New York as a vibrant metropolis freckled with eclectic characters and historic facades, and most residents would attest. It is no wonder that a trip to New York often features on the intrepid traveller’s bucket list, and while there is much to explore within the city’s bustling culture, experiencing the popular fare—a […]





29
Mar

Experience Azerbaijan: Where East Meets West

Mesmerising sights, thrilling excursions and a syncretic culture await travellers in Azerbaijan. In its flourishing natural landscape, abundant reserves of pristine beauty, heritage, tradition, art, and architecture combine to delight and enthrall the senses. ‘Azerbaijan’ literally translates to ‘protector of fire’, which harkens back to the country’s famed reputation as an erstwhile centre for fire […]