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Journey Beyond Borders: iLEAD Celebrates National Tourism Day!

January 31, 2025: On 25th January, 2025, the Yuva Tourism Club of iLEAD brought this vision to life on National Tourism Day, celebrating responsible and sustainable tourism.

• Captivating performances showcased diverse traditions.
• Artistic rangoli designs represented the beauty of travel.
• A cinematic journey with Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara film reminded us to embrace every journey!

The audience also had an opportunity to experience an enlightening session with Mr. Hemant Mediratta (Founder of One Rep Global), where he shared his invaluable insights into the travel industry.

This National Tourism Day, iLEAD conveyed the message that from storytelling through art to experiencing different traditions, travel is more than just a destination— it’s an experience, a story, and a celebration of cultures for shaping perspectives and uniting the world! Thus, let’s continue to Explore and Embrace every journey that comes our way.

Celebrating the Spirit of a Nation: 76th Republic Day Celebration at iLEAD

January 31, 2025: iLEAD proudly celebrated the 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025, with the theme “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas” (Golden India: Legacy and Progress). The theme reflected India's vibrant cultural heritage and the nation’s stride toward a brighter, progressive future.

The celebration commenced with the ceremonial flag hoisting by iLEAD mentors and students, symbolizing national pride and unity. Cultural performances featured captivating dance performances, melodious singing, and a thought-provoking skit on the Partition of Bengal in 1905.

Through honoring our legacy, we must keep focusing on the values that shape our nation— unity, courage, and progress. iLEAD continues to nurture changemakers to build a sustainable and inclusive future.

Here's to India's glorious past and its ever-bright future!

iLEAD Designers Making Waves at ABID Interiors?2025!

January 31, 2025: iLEAD is delighted with the outstanding achievements of its Design Department students at ABID Interiors 2025, which was hosted from January 10 to 13. This is one of the most prestigious platforms for design and innovation, where creativity met excellence once again.

Best Student Award

A huge shoutout to Shazia Parveen & Shrija Bhawmik for earning the Best Student Award, a testament to their academic brilliance, creativity, and leadership!

2nd Runner-Up – "Tiny House" Competition

Congratulations to MD Shahid Aftab, MD Farhan Mustafa, Adnaan Sami, Damayanti Gupta & Shazia Parveen for their remarkable step with "MORIBUND" in the "Seeing in the Dark" competition, a powerful installation exploring psychological struggles.

Empowering Changemakers with Impeccable Opportunities

January 31, 2025: iLEAD is thrilled to share the success of its recent campus drive, where a renowned brand called E-Gain Technologies, a trailblazer in cloud and management services visited. Known for their expertise and driven by industry-leading professionals, e-gain Technologies offered the students a remarkable opportunity to step into the world of technical sales.

Mr. Debajit Chandra (Founder) and Mr. Abhinav Dutta (Operations Head Education Vertical) graced the campus drive with their presence.

Students from the iLEAD School of Business enthusiastically participated in the placement drive, showcasing their skills and ambition. Sheikh Akibujjaman, a dedicated student from the BBA (Batch 2022-2025), emerged as a standout candidate in this campus drive and starting his career journey in the field of Technical Sales.

Congratulations to Sheikh Akibujjaman on this fantastic achievement! iLEAD wishes him all the best as he embarks on this exciting career journey.

Empowering Minds, Cultivating Creativity, Inspiring Leadership: iLEADers' at AKLF 2025

January 31, 2025: iLEAD is overwhelmed to share that iLEADers took centre stage as volunteers and interns took part at the prestigious Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival 2025 held at Allen Park, Kolkata, and gained hands-on experience in event management, media coordination, and digital marketing

The prestigious event was the perfect platform for students to gain real-world exposure by experiencing event management, media coordination, and public relations. From interns to volunteers, our students showcased their brilliance and professionalism throughout the festival

Engaging with renowned personalities like Usha Uthup, Shenaz Treasurywala, Milind Soman, Shyam Benegal, M.K. Raina, and Mani Shankar Aiyur,?iLEAD's students were at the front and centre in literature, media, and publishing

• Journalism students interviewed distinguished guests and captured the essence of the event.
• Digital marketing enthusiasts live-streamed sessions and created captivating content.
• Event management students took charge of logistics, backstage coordination, and guest handling.

The event was a transformational journey that allowed the students to apply classroom knowledge in a dynamic, real-time environment by engaging with industry professionals.

FestiVista: A Spectacular Celebration of Culture and Creativity at iLEAD

January 31, 2025: On November 29, 2024, the iLEAD campus came alive with vibrant energy during “FestiVista”, an unforgettable cultural extravaganza organized by the Cultural Club. The event exhibited a remarkable blend of tradition and modernity, capturing the spirit of unity and festivity.

Key Highlights of the Event Were:

• Soulful singing, fashion shows, dynamic dances, Mr. & Ms. Festivista and Monoact.
• Students embraced the occasion in stunning traditional and western attire.
• Secret Santa added a delightful ambience of joy, friendship, and holiday spirit.
• This unforgettable event wasn't just about performances - it was a celebration of life, culture and creativity, uniting the iLEAD community.

It was a true testament to the power of collaboration, joy, and shared traditions!

iLEAD Triumphs at Umang 2024 - A Festival of Talent and Celebration!

January 31, 2025: iLEAD's students again made everyone proud of their incredible achievements at Umang 2024, Eastern India’s biggest inter-college festival hosted by The The Bhawanipur Education Society College!

Achivements That Shone Bright:

• Fashion Team – Secured 1st Runner-Up (Hasti Mehta, Sankalp Ojha & Zunaira Mehek)
• Film & Media Science Students – Winners in Short Film Making (Ashish Jatiani, Shivam Dandapat, Pratim Sarkar)
• Victors of Vibrance of India – Festival Marketing Challenges – Kashish Agarwal, Bismita Saha, Barsharani Mahapatra
• Pratishka Dey – Winner of Doodle a Day & 2nd Runner-Up in Face Painting
• Sneha Sardar – 1st Runner-Up in Cosplay & 3rd Position in Folktale Fusion
• Rakshika Singh – Honored as Miss Umang 2nd Runner-Up
• Arghadeep Banerjee – Secured 2nd Position in "What If" (Literary Event)
• Barsharani Mahapatra – Achieved 2nd Position in English Creative Writing

Kudos to the champions for their phenomenal achievements, which showcase the true creativity, innovation, and excellence of iLEAD.

From Vision to Transformation: iLEAD Honored with the Stanford Seed Transformation Program Certificate

January 31, 2025: iLEAD is thrilled to announce that it has joined the elite league of Stanford Seed Organizations, proudly receiving the Stanford Seed Transformation Program Certificate. This landmark achievement reaffirms our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and educational excellence.

The momentous occasion was celebrated in a grand ceremony in Goa, where our Executive Director, Ms. Pragya Chopra, proudly accepted this accolade, marking the culmination of an impactful 9-month transformation journey.

As part of the Stanford Seed Transformation Program (SSTP), 16 passionate iLEAD team members worked relentlessly to reimagine strategies, align with global best practices, and foster meaningful change. This collaborative effort has redefined iLEAD's roadmap, ensuring that the students are equipped with cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and forward-thinking business insights.

This milestone is just the beginning of a new chapter for iLEAD—one where it continues to empower students to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. 

iLead Hosted a Dynamic People Conclave: Convergence of People & Technology!

October 17, 2024: In collaboration with the HR Learning Network and the Integrated Institute of Development & Research (IIDR), iLEAD organized a thought-provoking session on the impact of Artificial Intelligence. The event commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp, setting the stage for an inspiring address by Mr. Pradip Chopra, Chairman of iLEAD. The highlight of the day was an engaging panel discussion on the rise and future of AI, exploring its potential to reshape industries. The event concluded with an award ceremony, recognizing remarkable contributions, and a vibrant fashion show, showcasing creativity and innovation. 

Best Out of Waste at iLead

October 17, 2024: The NSS Unit of iLEAD joined hands with the Arts and Design Club under the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' initiative to host a unique Best Out of Waste event on the occasion 55th NSS Day. Students from various departments showcased their creativity by turning discarded materials into beautiful, sustainable pieces of art. This initiative highlighted the importance of upcycling and sustainability in everyday life, inspiring us all to rethink and reuse waste materials.

Hackathon organized by iLead

October 17, 2024: iLEAD successfully organised its first-ever Hackathon, by the School of Science & Technology in collaboration with our Gaming and Tech Club and Event Club. The engaging event was held in association with the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (AICTE, G20 India 2023, Smart India Hackathon), and showcased the brilliant talents of 13 teams who coded their way to success. With this milestone, iLEAD is proud to continue shaping tomorrow’s leaders and innovators in the tech space.

The event was graced by Mr. Somnath Yadav, Senior HR BP and Part of the Talent Acquisition Group of TCS. A total of 13 groups participated in the event and 3 groups were selected as the winners. Congratulations to all the participants for their dedication and enthusiastic participation, and a special acknowledgment to the winners for their outstanding achievements.

This year’s Hackathon at the campus marks a new chapter in iLEAD's journey to shape the future leaders and innovators of tomorrow.

Playlit 2024: Academic and Literary Club Hosts 'Hero vs Villain' Theme Event

Apr 8, 2024: The Academic and Literary Club organized Playlit on March 15th, 2024, at iLEAD's New Auditorium, centered around the theme 'Hero vs Villain'. The event featured various activities including a treasure hunt round, acts by participants portraying characters from different stories and movies, and a cosplay round where students dressed as fictional characters. The auditorium was adorned with decorations representing positive and negative characters from various films and series, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The event concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, blending elements of Bengali cinema, superheroes, and Bollywood.

Life Digital Solutions Hosts Successful Placement and Internship Drive at iLEAD Campus

Apr 8, 2024: Life Digital Solutions, a renowned digital marketing agency, organized a placement and internship drive at the iLEAD campus on January 9th, 2024. Founded in Kolkata in 2016, the agency recently achieved global recognition in 2023 and has collaborated with famous brands such as Ajanta, Sreeleathers, and Batiste. The event, attended by students from iLEAD School of Business and iLEAD School of Creativity, featured selections for various designations including Content Writer, PR Executive, Graphic Designing, and Motion Graphics.

Airtel Partners with iLEAD for Successful Recruitment Drive

Apr 8, 2024: Airtel, a leading name in the telecommunications industry, collaborated with iLEAD for an exclusive Recruitment Drive on December 22, 2023. This opportunity was extended not only to iLEAD students but also to talented individuals from esteemed institutions like IEM/UEM, BP Poddar Institute of Management, NSHM, Brainware University, and more. The event saw numerous aspiring management graduates participating in the placement drive, resulting in the selection of six outstanding individuals, including three from iLEAD – Syed Furquan, Arjya Mitra, and Pallabi Chakraborty. This partnership underscores iLEAD's commitment to facilitating career opportunities for its students by establishing connections with industry leaders such as Airtel.

SRV Media Collaborates with iLEAD for Successful Placement Drive

Apr 8, 2024: iLEAD partnered with SRV Media, a reputable digital marketing agency, for a successful placement drive aimed at providing valuable opportunities to talented students. The drive, open to all iLEAD students pursuing Media Science courses, attracted a pool of candidates who underwent a rigorous selection process. Among them, Akanksha Kanungo, a Media Science student from BMS 6th Sem, secured a position as a PR Executive at SRV Media, highlighting the high caliber of iLEAD students.

LenDen Club Conducts Successful Placement Drive at iLEAD Campus, March 11th, 2024

Apr 8, 2024: iLEAD hosted a placement drive by LenDen Club, India's largest alternate investment platform, at the Dale Carnegie Auditorium on March 11th, 2024. Founded in 2015, LenDen Club has rapidly grown to become one of the country's fastest-growing peer-to-peer lending platforms. The recruitment drive targeted students from iLEAD School of Business, as well as other renowned institutions in Kolkata such as NSHM and B.P. Poddar Institute of Management & Technology. Notably, four BBA students from iLEAD—Soham Banerjee, Tanmoy Sen, Poulami Banerjee, and Anushka Banerjee—were selected with a Rs 4 lakhs CTC package.

iLEAD Academy Inaugurates Executive Education Division with Grand Ceremony, January 4th, 2024

Apr 8, 2024: The much-anticipated iLEAD Academy, an executive education division of the renowned Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, And Development (iLEAD), was inaugurated with a grand ceremony at the iLEAD Campus in Kolkata. The academy aims to empower lifelong learners in sectors such as hospitality, lifestyle, tourism, and more, offering curated courses in association with esteemed industry partners. The inauguration featured the launch of five professional diploma courses and panel discussions led by distinguished dignitaries from relevant fields. Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed between iLEAD Academy and industry partners, followed by a press conference addressing questions from the audience and the press. The event highlighted the importance of industry-academia partnership in fostering advanced professional learning, as emphasized by Mr. Pradip Chopra, Chairman of PS Group and iLEAD.

Cosmos Events Hosts Successful Internship and Placement Drive at iLEAD Campus, December 7th, 2023

Apr 8, 2024: Cosmos Events, a Kolkata-based event management company established in 2006, organized an internship and placement drive at the iLEAD campus. The event aimed to recruit students from B.Sc and M.Sc programs in Media Science. Cosmos Events specializes in arranging various events, including Pharma Events, Launch Events, Seminars, and Conferences, and provides Pan-India support through strategic tie-ups and channel partners in metro cities and other locations.