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Birla Open Minds expands its reach, schooling east India with three new campuses
MUMBAI: A chalkboard revolution is underway in the east. Birla Open Minds has rolled out three spanking new campuses across Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Bihar, bringing its vision of education with a conscience to the doorsteps of thousands more students.
The latest openings-located in Koderma, Singur, and Punpun-add heft to the brand’s footprint and bolster its mission of making learning a liberating experience, not just a mandated task. With this launch, Birla Open Minds is scripting a new chapter in accessible, values-driven schooling in India.
The campuses span preschool to grade 12 and operate on an educational model rooted in academic rigour, empathy, and experiential learning. Classrooms are digitised, science and maths labs are fitted for experimentation, libraries are wired for research, and arts and athletics are given a front-row seat.
“Our mission is to build transformative learning ecosystems that ignite curiosity, nurture character, and empower students to question, imagine, and lead with purpose,” said Birla Open Minds MD Nirvaan Birla. “Each new campus brings us closer to a future where quality education is a powerful, accessible reality for every child – not a privilege, but a promise.”
Director & COO Yatharth Gautam added, “As we extend our footprint into Koderma, Singur, and Punpun, our priority remains clear – to provide accessible, forward-thinking education that builds resilience, empathy, and innovation in every learner.”
The new campuses, built to be more than just schools, include amphitheatres, arts hubs, and sports zones, designed to encourage balance between book-smarts and life-skills. These spaces aim to create future-ready learners with a global mindset and a rooted moral compass.
This move marks a significant stride in the institution’s broader goal: reimagining Indian education as inclusive, intuitive, and deeply impactful-one inspired learner at a time.
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Hyundai India posts record April sales with 17-per cent growth
Domestic sales hit 51,902 units, exports stand at 13,708 units
MUMBAI: Hyundai is clearly shifting gears and April has put the pedal firmly to the metal. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has reported its highest-ever domestic sales for the month of April, clocking 51,902 units in April 2026, marking a 17 per cent year-on-year growth. The milestone sets a strong tone for the new financial year, signalling sustained demand momentum across its portfolio. Alongside domestic performance, the company recorded export volumes of 13,708 units for the month, underlining its continued strength in overseas markets.
The growth has been driven by a mix of refreshed models and special editions across segments. Recent launches and updates including the Exter, Verna, Ioniq 5, Creta Summer Edition, Grand i10 NIOS Vibe Edition and Venue Knight Edition have helped keep the line-up competitive in an increasingly crowded market.
A standout performer was the Venue, which recorded its highest-ever monthly domestic sales of 12,420 units. The model’s 5-Star Bharat NCAP safety rating, including for the VENUE N Line, appears to have bolstered consumer confidence, reflecting a broader industry shift where safety credentials are becoming a key purchase driver.
Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO, HMIL, said the company has carried forward recent momentum into the new financial year, with product interventions and safety-focused positioning playing a central role in driving growth.
The numbers suggest Hyundai’s strategy is ticking multiple boxes fresh product cycles, safety-led messaging and steady export performance. If April is any indication, the company isn’t just starting the year strong, it’s aiming to keep the engine running at full throttle.
