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Beginning the new academic session with wellness, mindfulness, and togetherness.

On 23 June 2026, TISS marked International Day of Yoga 2026 with an inspiring celebration centred on this year’s theme, *“Yoga for Healthy Ageing.”* The event was attended by Chief Guest Yogacharya Shri Shrikrushna Mhaskar, along with Prof. M. Mariappan (Dean, Students’ Affairs) and Dr. Vaishali Kolhe (Associate Dean, Students’ Affairs).

Bringing together over 70 students, faculty members, and staff, the celebration reflected a shared commitment to holistic well-being and healthy living. Participants engaged in a guided yoga session led by Swati Nigade and Trilochan Behra (Yoga Instructors, TISS), exploring the benefits of yoga for physical, mental, and emotional health.

A special highlight of the programme was the artistic yoga performance by students of Rajaram Sport Academy, whose discipline, flexibility, and creativity captivated the audience and beautifully showcased the transformative power of yoga.

As we embark on a new academic year, TISS reaffirms its commitment to fostering a healthy, balanced, and inclusive campus culture—one that encourages well-being, resilience, and mindful living for all.

More time to apply: the deadline for the Executive Postgraduate Diploma in Organisation Development, Change and Leadership (EPGDODCL) 2026–27 has been extended until 29 June 2026.

The wait is nearly over.

Merit List – I for admission to TISS PG Programmes through CUET-PG will be announced on 24 June at 6:00 PM.

Keep an eye on the TISS website for updates and further admission timelines.

Congratulations to Prof. Samapti Guha (Centre for Social Entrepreneurship, School of Management and Labour Studies, TISS Mumbai) on the publication of Economics of Development Looking through Environmental and Behavioural Lens, co-edited with Prof. Chirodip Majumdar and published by Routledge.

Published in honour of Prof. Gautam Gupta of Jadavpur University, the edited volume brings together eminent scholars to examine contemporary development challenges through the interconnected perspectives of development economics, behavioural economics and environmental economics.

The book addresses a wide range of issues, including financial inclusion, women’s empowerment, human behaviour and environmental policy, urban governance, food systems, the development of disadvantaged communities, and the socio-economic and political dimensions of energy and the environment. It also explores the relevance of several Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Gender Equality, Clean Water and Sanitation, Decent Work and Economic Growth, and Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.

By connecting global development concerns with local realities, the volume offers valuable interdisciplinary insights for scholars, researchers, policymakers and development practitioners working towards sustainable and inclusive development.

We congratulate Prof. Guha and Prof. Majumdar on this significant academic achievement and wish the publication every success.

Driving conversations that matter. Prof. Badri Narayan Tiwari, Vice-Chancellor of TISS, joins leading voices at ABP Live SmartEd Conclave 2026 to discuss innovation, skills, and the future of India’s youth.

Among these trees, ideas grow beyond the classroom.

How can internationalisation create more inclusive, equitable, and mutually beneficial higher education systems?

At Panel 8 of Global Colloquium 2026, experts examined the evolving nature of internationalisation in higher education, moving beyond one-way student mobility towards collaborative academic partnerships and global knowledge exchange. The discussion explored the impact of NEP 2020, transnational education, South-South collaborations, digital learning, and international research networks on India's position in the global education landscape.

The panel highlighted the importance of internationalisation that is rooted in curriculum innovation, intercultural learning, research collaboration, and student success. Speakers also reflected on challenges related to access, funding, and geopolitical uncertainty, emphasising the value of long-term partnerships built on trust, reciprocity, and shared learning.

Panellists:
• Prof. Bipin Jojo (Moderator, TISS)
• Mr. Aditya Malkani (The Association of Commonwealth Universities)
• Dr. Bhawna Kumar (Acumen)
• Dr. Dinesh Kafle (Kathmandu University)
• Dr. Ryan Pereira (USIEF)
• Mr. Ashish Jaiswar (University of Reading)
• Ms. Amrita Sadarangani (University of York Mumbai)

How can local realities and community knowledge shape more inclusive global agendas?

At Panel 7 of Global Colloquium 2026, experts reflected on how dominant global frameworks often overlook the knowledge, experiences, and aspirations of local communities. The discussion examined the politics of knowledge production, the marginalisation of indigenous and traditional epistemologies, climate justice, health systems, and the need for development approaches grounded in lived realities.

The panel highlighted the importance of participatory, culturally rooted, and context-sensitive approaches that bridge local experiences with global policy conversations, ensuring that communities remain at the centre of shaping sustainable and equitable futures.

Panellists:
• Dr. Pranjal Deeksh*t (Moderator, TISS)
• Prof. Sunil Santha (TISS)
• Prof. Lindsay Oades (University of York, Mumbai)
• Dr. Almas Mazigo (University of Dar-es-Salaam)
• Dr. Manindra N. Thakur (Jawaharlal Nehru University)
• Prof. Mariappan M. (TISS)

Missed the deadline? Here's another opportunity. TISS PG Admissions through CUET-PG are now open until 11 June 2026.

Rehabilitation requires more than confinement—it requires opportunity.

A recent Times of India feature highlights how vocational training programmes can support incarcerated individuals in rebuilding their lives through meaningful skills and employment pathways. Since March 2021, the JSW Dulux Academy initiative, implemented in collaboration with Prayas (a Field Action Project of TISS), has been contributing to this effort across prisons in Maharashtra, with further expansion planned.

At TISS, we remain committed to advancing evidence-based approaches that promote rehabilitation, inclusion and social justice.