# NPTEL Stories ## Posts - [The 40-40 Code: Ravi Ram Ahuja's Second Shift](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2026/04/13/the-40-40-code-ravi-ram-ahujas-second-shift/): Ravi Ram Ahuja – NPTEL STAR As the sun set on another workday and colleagues powered down their laptops to embrace work-life balance, Ravi Ram Ahuja quietly began his personal second shift of work-study harmony. A corporate manager in international business at a manufacturing firm, he had stumbled upon NPTEL during the 2020 lockdown’s anxious hush, when days felt frozen and anxiety ran high​. What began as a way to steady his evenings became a disciplined routine that pointed him toward the future instead of the crisis at hand. A decade had passed since Ravi’s last full-time degree, and he wanted […] - [The Long Semester: How NPTEL Shaped Pragyan Bharadwaj Into a Researcher](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2026/04/07/the-long-semester-how-nptel-shaped-pragyan-bharadwaj-into-a-researcher/): Pragyan Bharadwaj – NPTEL STAR On a quiet morning in a lab at IIT Guwahati, a young researcher works on a solar dryer project, thinking about how today’s data might turn into tomorrow’s research. That researcher is Pragyan Bharadwaj, and tracing the path from this lab bench back through the years, the same signboard appears over and over again – NPTEL. Years earlier, Pragyan was pursuing Mechanical Engineering at Guwahati, moving through the first-year mix of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. At that point, engineering was more like a schedule than a calling, until he discovered that the kind of advanced courses […] - [Decade of Discovery : Pruthvee Mamidikuduru’s NPTEL Journey as a Lifelong Learner](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2026/04/07/decade-of-discovery-pruthvee-mamidikudurus-nptel-journey-as-a-lifelong-learner/): Pruthvee M – NPTEL Believer, Elite + Silver Awardee, Elite Awardee On most days, Pruthvee Mamidikuduru could easily pass for the archetypal busy technologist, managing high‑performance computing clusters at ONGC, coordinating with Geoscientists, and leading development of in‑house applications that keep a PSU running. Yet if you look a little closer, the label he chooses for himself is much simpler – student forever. Learning, in his story, is a thread that stitches everything together.​ That thread first tightened around 2013, when he was a CSE undergraduate struggling with the famously dense world of Computer Architecture. Like many students, he had exam […] - [The Last Mile Educator: Dr. Raveesh Agarwal’s Story of Taking Premier Education to the Hinterland](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/11/13/the-last-mile-educator-dr-raveesh-agarwals-story-of-taking-premier-education-to-the-hinterland/): Dr Raveesh Agarwal – NPTEL STAR Born and raised in Bareilly, a rural district of Uttar Pradesh, Dr. Raveesh Agarwal is a faculty member at Rajshree Institute of Management and Technology. His career reflects steady ambition and a deep commitment to learning and public service. After completing a Master’s in Business Economics, he began in the pharmaceutical industry, gaining an appreciation for applied knowledge; academia, however, became his calling. He went on to earn an M.Phil. in Economics and a PhD in Management, then entered university teaching – first at MJP Rohilkhand University and later at Rajshree, where in 2011 he […] - [NPTEL: The Pedagogical Compass That Guided Dr. N. C. Balaji’s Teaching Journey](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/11/13/nptel-the-pedagogical-compass-that-guided-dr-n-c-balajis-teaching-journey/): Dr. N. C. Balaji – NPTEL STAR  Dr. N. C. Balaji, Associate Professor and Head of the Civil Engineering Department at the National Institute of Engineering (NIT), Mysuru, believes that “the best teachers are also the best learners.” His academic journey began at NIE, where he completed a Diploma, B.E., and M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, and continued at the Centre for Sustainable Technologies, IISc Bangalore, where he earned a Ph.D. in Building Science. Although his formal Ph.D. coursework comprised only 12 credits, the IISc experience shaped his research orientation and exposed him to high-quality, practice-oriented scholarship – an influence he carries […] - [Beyond the Certificate: How Arnab Hazra Used NPTEL to Bridge Theory and Industry Practice](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/11/04/beyond-the-certificate-how-arnab-hazra-used-nptel-to-bridge-theory-and-industry-practice/): ARNAB HAZRA – NPTEL STAR Curiosity often sparks the kind of growth that textbooks alone cannot deliver. For Arnab Hazra, now a software engineer at Accenture, that spark was ignited in his second year of engineering at R.N.S. Institute of Technology, Bangalore, where he was pursuing a B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Introduced to NPTEL by his professors, he began exploring the platform as a way to go beyond the prescribed curriculum.  What started as a flicker of curiosity soon grew into a defining passion. His very first course – Industrial IoT – not only opened his eyes to […] - ["Focus on Work": The Relentless NPTEL Journey of S.Lakshmana Kumar](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/09/30/focus-on-work-the-relentless-nptel-journey-of-s-lakshmana-kumar/): S.Lakshmana Kumar – NPTEL STAR  In 2003, S. Lakshmana Kumar began his journey as an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Sona College of Technology, Salem, Tamil Nadu. For him, teaching was never just a profession—it was a calling, one that allowed him to shape young minds while nurturing his own curiosity. Over the years, his passion for both teaching and innovation deepened, eventually guiding him toward a PhD in manufacturing with a focus on mechanical engineering and design. It was research that laid the foundation for one of his most notable achievements in 2024. The Indian Patent Office granted him […] - [A Master Promise, Dr. Ranjit Kaur’s Journey Powered by NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/09/23/a-master-promise-dr-ranjit-kaurs-journey-powered-by-nptel/): Dr. Ranjit Kaur – NPTEL STAR Dr. Ranjit Kaur’s career reads like a masterclass in lifelong learning and quiet leadership. At Xavier’s College, Jaipur, where she serves as Academic Coordinator and Assistant Professor of English, she brings more than three decades of teaching and administrative experience to every classroom and committee room she enters. NET- and SET-qualified, and holding six master’s degrees and a PhD from the University of Rajasthan on prison narratives, Dr. Kaur has been approved by the University as a research supervisor guiding three scholars; she also authors and edits books on communication, ethics and gender studies, […] - [73 NPTEL courses, 23 STAR badges: Dr. Prashant Daigavane’s Vision for Transformative Learning](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/08/25/73-nptel-courses-23-star-badges-dr-prashant-daigavanes-vision-for-transformative-learning/): Dr. Prashant B. Daigavane – NPTEL STAR Dr. Prashant B. Daigavane, a Professor of Civil Engineering and Dean of Infrastructure at the Government College of Engineering, Nagpur, has spent his life committed to learning and teaching. Nearing 60, he has dedicated over half his life to education, proving that experience is a starting point for continued growth, not an endpoint. His educational background is broad and deep, including a diploma, B.Tech, and M.Tech from Government Engineering College Amravati, a Ph.D., and even an LLB degree he earned later in life. Although Dr. Daigavane’s teaching career was well-established, a new chapter […] - [56 courses and counting… Dr. Sudha’s Academic Journey with NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/08/11/56-courses-and-counting-dr-sudhas-academic-journey-with-nptel/): Dr. G. Sudha – NPTEL STAR Dr. Sudha G, an Associate Professor in the Department of ECE, describes herself not by her title, but as a lifelong and continuous learner. With 23 years of teaching experience and a recent PhD in Wireless Sensor Networks, her approach is shaped by discipline, self-motivation, and a constant thirst for growth. Born and raised in Thiruvarur, Dr. Sudha has always been a diligent student. She holds a BE in Electronics and Communications Engineering and an ME in Applied Electronics, graduating with a gold medal and distinction. Unlike many, her NPTEL journey began not by […] - [In Pursuit of Excellence: Dr. Swagata Sarkar’s Academic Odyssey with NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/08/04/in-pursuit-of-excellence-dr-swagata-sarkars-academic-odyssey-with-nptel/): Dr. Swagata Sarkar – NPTEL STAR  For Dr. Swagata Sarkar, learning is a lifelong pursuit, not something you finish. She currently serves as the Head of the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Sri Sairam Engineering College in Chennai, bringing over 25 years of experience to her role – seven in the industry and the rest in academia, shaping young minds.  Hailing from Kolkata, Dr. Sarkar’s academic path is as diverse as her interests. It began with a diploma in West Bengal, followed by an undergraduate degree in AI&M, where she was a gold medallist. She went on […] - [Forging a New Path with NPTEL — Sayantan Dam](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/30/forging-a-new-path-with-nptel-sayantan-dam/): Sayantan Dam – NPTEL STAR  For Sayantan Dam, a Kolkata native, the path into engineering was far from conventional. Despite not clearing competitive exams right after Class 12, he refused to let that setback define his journey. Like many students who discover new academic avenues, Sayantan underwent a significant shift, transitioning from a background in biology to the unfamiliar and challenging world of computer science. Through determination and focus, he secured a rank of 1988 in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination in 2021, earning a seat in computer science engineering at the Government College of Engineering, West Bengal. It […] - [Where the Mind is Without Retirement: Dr. Urmibrata Bandyopadhyay’s NPTEL Tale](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/28/where-the-mind-is-without-retirement-dr-urmibrata-bandyopadhyays-nptel-tale/): Urmibrata Bandyopadhyay – NPTEL STAR  In an age where retirement typically signifies rest, Urmibrata Bandyopadhyay has paved a new chapter for himself. His days are quiet, deliberate, and purposeful. A glimpse into his routine shows him waking at 7 a.m., attending to chores, browsing the internet, and by 4 p.m., settling into what he calls the best part of his day: engaging with NPTEL. With over 47 years of work experience, including 17 as a faculty member, retired academician Bandyopadhyay firmly believes that learning has no deadline. His journey is truly mesmerizing, spanning from earning his mechanical engineering degree in […] - [The Unending Quest: Venkateswarlu's Lifelong Learning via NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/25/the-unending-quest-venkateswarlus-lifelong-learning-via-nptel/): Sikinam Venkateswarlu – NPTEL STAR  Sikinam Venkateswarlu has completed 54 NPTEL courses till date and has earned 13 gold medals (awarded to those scoring consolidated marks of 90 and above); he also holds two domain certifications – one in Environment and Civil, and another in Construction Materials and Technology, all the while serving as an an Executive Engineer (Civil) at the Telangana Power Generation Corporation Limited. Based out of Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, Venkateswarlu has steadily risen in his field by combining technical knowledge and hands-on experience. Throughout this journey, one thing has consistently driven him forward – a deep and […] - [Charting New Horizons: The Resilient Journey of Nittin Bhagat](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/22/charting-new-horizons-the-resilient-journey-of-nittin-bhagat/): Nittin Bhagat – NPTEL STAR Nittin Bhagat, a 24-year-old from Jammu, continued his remarkable journey with deep aspirations, even as his path took unexpected turns. Raised with discipline and dedication at Army Public School, Nittin harbored a childhood dream of joining the armed forces. He earnestly pursued this goal, making seven sincere attempts at the SSB interviews. When that path didn’t unfold as planned, he proved that true aspirations don’t end; instead, they evolve, often becoming the start of something even more remarkable. The next chapter began during Nittin’s first year of his B.Tech (Honors) degree at the Government Engineering […] - [The Perpetual Student: Learning by Leading](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/22/the-perpetual-student-learning-by-leading/): Chandralekha Shanmugam – NPTEL STAR  A safety trainer, a mother, a mentor, and above all, one who simply refuses to stop learning – that is Chandralekha Shanmugam in a nutshell for you. With over 15 years of teaching experience as an academic, she currently works as a safety trainer for industry professionals. Coming from a quiet village called Gurusamipalayam, located in Tamil Nadu, Chandralekha is proud to represent her village as an NPTEL learner. “I always say it with pride, that there is a learner from Gurusamipalayam who has completed 63 NPTEL courses”, she says with a smile. Her tryst […] - [When Learning Becomes Legacy: Manohar, the NPTEL Torchbearer](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/21/when-learning-becomes-legacy-manohar-the-nptel-torchbearer/): B Satyaramamanohar A – NPTEL STAR Mr. Manohar’s interest in Psychology stemmed from a desire to better understand the people around him and support their diverse mental and emotional needs. “I’ve encountered students with a range of emotions – some sensitive, others aggressive. I wanted to understand them all better, and NPTEL played a crucial role in paving that path for me”, says B Satyaramamanohar A. “If not for NPTEL, I don’t think there would have been any other way for me to learn human psychology. Now, I can connect with my students and guide them better.” For Manohar, knowledge […] - [The NPTEL Trailblazer: Dr. Krishna’s Story of Redefining Learning Through NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/18/dr-krishnas-nptel-journey/): Dr. B. Sai Venkata Krishna – NPTEL STAR Dr. B. Sai Venkata Krishna is a sportsman at heart and an academician by profession, having seamlessly woven his passion and profession throughout his life. He completed his graduation in Mechanical Engineering and post-graduation in CAD/CAM and holds a doctorate in Composite Materials. Currently serving as Vice Principal of Megha Institute of Engineering and Technology for Women, he is also the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) of the institute’s NPTEL local chapter. About three years ago, Dr. Krishna was empaneled by the UGC as an IKS Master, a significant achievement that empowered […] - [A Fresh Start, a Major Leap: Gokulpriya's Success with NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/07/a-fresh-start-a-major-leap-gokulapriyas-success-with-nptel/): Gokulpriya C – NPTEL STAR When Gokulpriya, who had a Master’s in Biotechnology, paused her academic and professional journey in 2016, she didn’t realize it would be for five years. Life brought new responsibilities like marriage, motherhood, and family. Still, her determination to return to learning and rebuild her career remained constant. In 2021, Gokulpriya resumed her academic pursuits by enrolling in an MBA program. During her second year, a college poster introduced her to NPTEL. Intrigued by the “Marketing Research and Analysis” course, she signed up for it, unaware this decision would spark a significant transformation in her life. […] - [Manisha's NPTEL Ascent: A Story of Self-Driven Success](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/07/07/manishas-nptel-ascent-a-story-of-self-driven-success/): Manisha S – NPTEL STAR Meet Manisha, a Chennai native and an Energy and Environmental Engineering student at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in Coimbatore. She is one of those rare individuals who sees learning as a fun side quest, constantly chasing diverse knowledge and skillfully juggling multiple pursuits. When Manisha started at TNAU, she never imagined she would be juggling architectural models, patents, and sustainable theories. Yet, that’s exactly what happened, and she credits NPTEL for it all. Manisha has always excelled, consistently topping both academics and co-curriculars. Despite her achievements, she felt a void – a desire for […] - [Igniting a Research Spark: Arnab Bakshi’s NPTEL Journey to IIT Kharagpur](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/30/igniting-a-research-spark-arnab-bakshis-nptel-journey-to-iit-kharagpur/): Arnab Bakshi – NPTEL STAR For Arnab Bakshi, a Kolkata native, NPTEL started as a means to an end – fulfilling an 8-credit requirement for his Bachelor’s in Pharmacy. Yet, what began as an academic obligation evolved into a passion that, in his words, “made all the difference.” After graduating in 2024, Arnab’s dedication led him to a prestigious Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship at IIT Kharagpur. There, under the guidance of Dr. Aritri Bir, he’s now at the forefront of research into Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases, utilizing FTIR profiling of brain-derived exosomes for detection. His story highlights how a simple […] - [A Burning Desire to Excel: How NPTEL Powered Ganesh’s Leap](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/30/a-burning-desire-to-excel-how-nptel-powered-ganeshs-leap/): Ganesh R – NPTEL STAR Ganesh R, grew up in a remote tribal village in Telangana, where even transportation was a luxury. From a family of 11, he was the first to receive an education and the only sibling to attend school. “My family’s entire livelihood depends on agriculture, and no one before me even considered getting an education,” he says. His schooling until 10th grade, entirely in Telugu medium, laid a strong foundation and fueled his dreams. However, upon entering junior college and switching to English, he felt overwhelmed. “I was scared and I dropped out,” he shares. But […] - [“NPTEL was my Solace” – How 67+ NPTEL courses have shaped Aswini’s Path](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/26/nptel-was-my-solace-how-67-nptel-courses-have-shaped-aswinis-path/): Aswini B – NPTEL STAR Aswini’s NPTEL journey began modestly in 2019 with an enrollment in three courses. Yet, this quickly became a defining force in both her academic and personal life. Hailing from the Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, Aswini holds a BA in English Literature, and a Master’s from the University of Madras. She first encountered NPTEL during her postgraduate studies, introduced to it by Professor Armstrong. Initially, the process was unfamiliar; she admits, “I struggled to even register for the first course.” However, within a single semester, she was captivated. “I started with three courses. I used […] - [Beyond 33: Samrat Bandhopadhyay's Continuous Pursuit of Knowledge through NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/24/beyond-33-samrat-bandhopadhyays-continuous-pursuit-of-knowledge-through-nptel/): Samrat Bandopadhyay – NPTEL STAR Samrat Bandhopadhyay’s unwavering commitment to excellence has been a constant throughout his life. This dedication was clearly reflected in his NPTEL journey, where he consistently achieved outstanding results, ultimately earning the NPTEL Megastar Award twice. As a civil servant, software engineer, management graduate, and lawyer, Mr. Bandhopadhyay’s path is truly a masterclass in intellectual curiosity. Samrat is no stranger to academic excellence. After graduating with a degree in Information Science and Engineering as a rank holder in his university, he then pursued an MBA at IIT Kharagpur. Following 15 years as a Class 1 Gazetted […] - [How NPTEL Cultivates Passion and Discipline: Rizwan Ahamed's story](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/20/how-nptel-cultivates-passion-and-discipline-rizwan-ahameds-story/): Rizwan Ahamed – NPTEL STAR Rizwan Ahamed, a Biotechnology graduate, is currently a Pre-Doctoral Research Fellow at IIT Kharagpur, supported by an NPTEL-funded program. He is conducting research focused on developing transparent biomaterials for wound healing under the guidance of Dr. Subhamoy Mandal. Growing up, Rizwan didn’t see himself as a bright student, but he always possessed a strong curiosity to learn. “I’ve always been interested in research, even during college. While others waited till final year to find labs, I started hunting them early on”, he says. By the end of his fourth semester, he secured a lab position, […] - [64 Courses and Counting - A Teacher’s Quest: Prof J Subba Reddy](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/19/64-courses-and-counting-a-teachers-quest-prof-j-subba-reddy/): Jonnala Subba Reddy – NPTEL STAR An Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Lakireddy Bali Reddy College of Engineering in Andhra Pradesh, Prof Subba Reddy, not just brings teaching experience but also a relentless passion for lifelong learning. Hailing from Guntur in Andhra Pradesh, his academic journey began at a Telugu-medium government high school. From there, he went on to complete his BTech at SRKR Engineering College, followed by an MTech at IIT Roorkee, graduating from both places with first-class distinction. Currently, he is also pursuing his PhD at IIT Hyderabad under the guidance of Prof Ashok Kumar […] - [Deethya's NPTEL Journey: Beyond Credits to a Defined Career](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/18/deethyas-nptel-journey-beyond-credits-to-a-defined-career/): Deethya Reddy – NPTEL STAR Born and raised in Bangalore, Deethya Reddy is an Associate Software Engineer with nearly two years of experience. During her college years (2019-2023) at Visvesvaraya Technological University, Bangalore, she discovered NPTEL. Her engagement with the platform wasn’t solely driven by curiosity, but also by her university’s Honours degree requirements. Students could earn this prestigious recognition by completing a certain number of NPTEL courses. While most others stopped after fulfilling their degree requirements, Deethya kept going. “At first, it was about getting credits, but once I started the courses, I was completely drawn in,” she recalls. […] - [Aakash’s NPTEL Journey — Building Both Structures and Knowledge](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/16/aakashs-nptel-journey-building-both-structures-and-knowledge/): Aakash Ravindra Babar – NPTEL STAR Learning, for Aakash Ravindra Babar, has always been quiet, consistent, and focused – much like the man himself. Originally from Sangli, Maharashtra, Aakash holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s in Structural Engineering. Currently based in Navi Mumbai, he works as a structural design engineer, bringing five years of solid industry experience to the table. Though he doesn’t see himself as a top performer, he consistently landed a spot in the top 10. It was during his undergrad years that he stumbled upon NPTEL. “In engineering, they don’t teach us everything. […] - [A Teacher’s Path to Becoming an NPTEL STAR - Meet Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/13/meet-dr-amitbodh-upadhyay/): Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay – NPTEL STAR Let us meet Dr. Amitbodh Upadhyay, a man born and brought up in a family deeply entrenched in academics. His father was a History professor, and his siblings hold doctoral degrees in History and Marketing. His wife is also a Chemistry Professor. “Teaching runs in the family,” he says with pride. An eminent professor in the Department of Chemistry, Dr. Upadhyay brings about 23 years of experience in teaching and industry since 2002. In a college meeting, a secretary’s motivation spurred him to establish an NPTEL Local Chapter, beginning his journey with NPTEL. He […] - [A Professor's Pursuit: The Journey of Relentless Learning](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2025/06/11/a-professors-pursuit/): Professor Koneru Gopal Krishna – NPTEL STAR Professor Koneru Gopal Krishna truly embodies a curiosity-driven learner. While he graduated at the top of his Mechanical Engineering class from Andhra University and holds an MTech in Physics from IISc Bangalore, it’s his undying curiosity for learning that truly defines him. He was consistently seen as an ideal student, always learning beyond textbooks and prioritizing hands-on experience. He has moved through different corporate roles in his career spanning decades. However, after a significant setback in 2009 led to him being laid off despite his competence, he secured a temporary visiting faculty position […] - [NPTEL Courses Propelled an Engineer's Research in E-Governance for Process Safety](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/03/01/nptel-courses-propelled-an-engineers-research-in-e-governance-for-process-safety/): Dheerajkumar R Narang is a seasoned corrosion, reliability, and process safety engineering specialist. He is presently employed with the integrated asset management department and digital manufacturing services unit of L&T Technology Services Limited. DheerajKumar is also a PhD Student at the Information Systems Engineering & Management Department of Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, Pennsylvania, USA. Dheerajkumar earned the Discipline Star badge from NPTEL in the computer science and engineering domain. His professional and research interests are critical infrastructure reliability, corrosion science, intelligent asset management, e-governance, and industry 4.0 solutions in process plant industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, […] - [NPTEL Courses Now Available in Local Languages](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/12/nptel-courses-now-available-in-local-languages/): In an initiative to widen the reach and accessibility of NPTEL courses, courses are being made available in 11 regional languages, including Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil and Telugu. NPTEL, India’s largest online education platform, has started translating popular courses into local languages. Along with regional language subtitles, the courses are dubbed in regional languages to make the classes more accessible. To access translated content, learners can open the course page and look for subtitles and audio options in a video. Watch the tutorial below to find the local language and subtitles. Discover the five […] - [DRDO, IIT-Madras and more – How NPTEL courses helped Raghavendra in his accomplishments](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/05/drdo-iit-madras-and-more-how-nptel-courses-helped-raghavendra-in-his-accomplishments/): DRDO and IIT-Madras are dream places for most people that they hope to work or study at, one day. But for Raghavendra Chowdery, these are already impactful points on his resume. He completed B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering from Guru Nanak Institute Technical Campus, Telangana and graduated in 2019. After completing his final year project with DRDO, he started working full-time for them as well. His introduction to NPTEL happened through google search for materials on Aerospace Engineering, where he found the NPTEL website and started using it. He has done 2 courses on the platform, namely, Introduction to Airplane Performance […] - [From being a Motivated Learner to motivating everyone with her journey – A Tale of how Dr Swagata Sarkar has dabbled in multiple fields while doing over 20+ courses with NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/05/from-being-a-motivated-learner-to-motivating-everyone-with-her-journey-a-tale-of-how-dr-swagata-sarkar-has-dabbled-in-multiple-fields-while-doing-over-20-courses-with-nptel/): With two Masters, a Doctorate, a Diploma, an MBA degree and an MSc in Psychology in her list of accomplishments already, Dr. Swagata Sarkar insists that it is her good fortune that has given her opportunities to learn more and more. Her passion for delving into subjects and learning in depth and hard work are also the hidden ingredients for her success. She completed her schooling and diploma in West Bengal and has then gone on to pursue other degrees aforementioned, as well. She currently works at Sri Sairam Engineering College as the HoD of the AI and Data Science […] - [90 years young!- the tale of how her love for learning has made Dr Sarada Ramani take up NPTEL courses to master German](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/05/90-years-young-the-tale-of-how-her-love-for-learning-has-made-dr-sarada-ramani-take-up-nptel-courses-to-master-german/): We are merely specks of stardust in this vast Universe and there is so much that we do not know. However, learning stops after a Bachelor or Master degree for most people , for they equate learning with studying in college. This misconception causes a lot of people to not pursue the subjects closer to their heart after they get into a conventional job. Life just happens, as the adage goes. Dr Sarada Ramani has shattered the glass ceiling with multiple degrees that she obtained to quench the proverbial thirst for knowledge. With over 6 degrees to her credit, she […] - [Gaining Competitive Advantage With Continuous Learning](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/02/gaining-competitive-advantage-with-continuous-learning/): Though Abhijit Sinha completed his MBA from Pune University in 2003, it was not until 2017 that his “bring up-to-date” journey began. When his IIT-Kharagpur alumnus brother made Abhijit understand the need and importance of upskilling and updating, it made him thinking. The first step was an Executive Development Programme in Human Resources Management from XLRI, Jamshedpur. This made the HR expert go down the online learning path, from which he has not looked back. And, NPTEL has played a huge role in egging him on in this path. Today, as Deputy General Manager in Emami Cement Limited, Kolkata, Abhijit […] - [NPTEL Courses are now being offered in Vernacular Languages](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/02/nptel-courses-are-now-being-offered-in-vernacular-languages/): Course details: For more details, please visit: https://nptel.ac.in/course.html Transcript of the Interview with the faculty members offering the courses is given below. Where did it all start? What motivated you to start a technical course in vernacular languages? Dr. Kushal: I have been teaching since 2010, first in JNU and later in IIT Delhi and IISER Bhopal. The students of these prestigious institutes have cleared JEE and other competitive exams. They are smart enough to get into the top institutes but I have also noticed that students had been facing a lot of learning issues in the initial years.  Even though some […] - [NPTEL Introduces Japanese course in Hindi](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/02/nptel-introduces-japanese-course-in-hindi/): Ms. Vatsala Misra is in talks with the NPTEL Team on her new initiative of offering a  Japanese course in Hindi medium; Japani Bhasha – Saral swaroop (Japanese course taught in Hindi). Ms. Vatsala, who learned her Japanese as a Foreign language at Tokyo University, has been teaching the Japanese language at the Foreign Languages Program of IIT Kanpur for more than 25 years. Learn more about this course: https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc22_hs68/preview The Japanese language that is taught in Hindi medium is a unique course. What is the motivation for taking this course? Vatsala Misra: As you know, the course is coming up in January […] - [1,273 Students across 119 Colleges got Internships through NPTEL](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/02/02/1273-students-across-119-colleges-got-internships-through-nptel/): Internships, once restricted to only heavily skill-intensive jobs involving high-risk situations (such as in the medical field), have now expanded their scope to all fields, including engineering, law, commerce and the humanities. Internships have become a way for undergraduates to launch themselves easily into their careers. To cater to the ever-growing needs of the job market, and to be a notch above many other similarly-qualified applicants, work experience via internships has now become a basic requirement for all college students. Most hiring companies look for some level of prior experience in their field, and having an internship or two on […] - [Future Ready Talent Program: Transforming Learners into Cloud-ready Professionals](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/01/17/203/): Microsoft’s (MS) Future Ready Talent (FRT) program is a free internship offered to students and Young professionals. In this program, learners are trained in cloud computing and related technologies that are aligned to industry and market requirements.  Learners also gain practical knowledge in cloud computing, Azure, and GitHub and full-stack development, helping them to elevate their careers. The self-directed structure challenges students and encourages them to problem-solve independently.  Several learners shared their feedback after completing the program. The learners recommend the MS FRT program for its ability to enhance technical skills through applied learning. With some areas for improvement identified, […] - [NPTEL-GATE Portal: Students Speak on their GATE Exam Success](https://stories.nptel.ac.in/index.php/2024/01/17/nptel-gate-portal-students-speak-on-their-gate-exam-success/): “Video solutions in the NPTEL-GATE portal provided clarity on the questions. Tips and tricks were also available, which helped me to solve the questions quickly. Precise and concise content was available in syllabus mapping. The sorting feature also helped me prepare and assess based on the year and topics,” said Ram Balaji, a #1 GATE rank holder in 2022. 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