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Beyond the Classroom: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on Skills, Space & Dealing with Failure

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Astronaut, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), India, sits down with Neha Bahl, Executive Director, IC3 Institute, to discuss how space missions expand the horizon of non-STEM and STEM career options. He highlights why saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities can take a career from a basic classroom to space exploration.
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Strategic Foresight & Metacognition: Key Skills for the 21st Century

In this episode of the IC3 Podcast, Nargish Khambatta, Executive Vice President, GEMS Education, Dubai, sits down with Dr. Manuel Muñiz, Rector of IE University in Madrid and Chair of the Board of Trustees of IE New York College, Spain. Together, they explore the rapid pace of exponential technological innovation, the existential challenges and opportunities posed by Artificial Intelligence, and how higher education must evolve to prepare the next generation.
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An Astronaut's Journey to Space: Lessons on Resilience & Mindset | Shubhanshu Shukla Keynote Address

What does it take to travel to space, and what can it teach us about life on Earth? In this inspiring talk at the closing plenary of the 10th Annual IC3 Conference & Expo, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares his incredible journey - from undergoing years of intense preparation to experiencing the overwhelming power of a rocket launch and living aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
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Rethinking Education & Merit in the Digital Age | Dr. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud Keynote Address

In this insightful keynote address at the opening plenary of the 10th Annual IC3 Conference & Expo, Dr. Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, the 50th Chief Justice of India (2022–2024), shares his profound perspectives on the changing landscape of modern education, technology, and counseling.

Blogs

The City of Dreams, the Conference of Purpose

• 21 July 2025
After six years, the IC3 Movement is coming home, and there is no place better for it than Mumbai. On 20 & 21 August 2025, the global education and counseling community will gather at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) for the 2025 Annual IC3 Conference & Expo, in a city that perfectly reflects our vision: dynamic, diverse, and forward-looking.

Manifesting Your Life in 5 Profound Steps | Ashwin Srisailam

• 09 June 2025
Every breath you take is a silent testament to the wonder of existence. Whether you are wide awake or deep in slumber, your body performs its duties with unwavering precision, ensuring your survival.This unceasing rhythm of life is the foundation of a silent symphony—a melody of moments often overlooked in the cacophony of daily distractions. Did you know that you make 35,000 decisions each day? From seemingly trivial choices to pivotal life-altering ones, each decision shapes your story.

Students & Counselors - A Match Made in Silicon

• 07 June 2025
How do students and counselors harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) differently in career and college guidance? 

Competition to Competence: How 3 Gunas (गुण) teach you valuable lessons from Bhagavat Gita | Gauranga Das

• 08 February 2025
The 2024 Annual IC3 Conference & Expo was honored to host Gauranga Das as the Guest of Honour, where he shared profound insights on life and personal development through the lens of the Bhagavad Gita.

News & Updates

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February 3, 2025

IC3 2025 Regional Forum organized in Bhopal to Advance Career Counseling & Student Well-Being

The 2025 IC3 Regional Forum reached Bhopal, bringing together educators, counselors, and representatives from leading institutions across Madhya Pradesh in the region to discuss the importance of career counseling and student well-being.
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January 28, 2025

Pre-budget 2025: Focus on innovation, global collaboration in education

Ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26, leaders highlight priorities to boost education, innovation, and global competitiveness.
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January 22, 2025

Industry Wishlist: Exploring Sectoral Expectations for Union Budget 2025-26

The upcoming Union Budget for FY25-26, set for February 1st, is drawing keen attention from all corners of India’s economy. Industries spanning infrastructure, IT, telecom, agriculture, healthcare, human resources, and education are on high alert, anticipating how the government’s fiscal strategy will shape their futures.
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January 7, 2025

How schools can implement effective mental health support

In a country where education is often seen as the primary pathway to success, students grapple with intense academic pressure and career expectations, and societal demands.
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