Avisha Arya Shines at State Level Olympiads
Avisha Arya, a student of Grade 4 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has achieved outstanding success at the state level in the prestigious English International Olympiad organised by the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO).
She has secured State Rank 3, emerging as a topper among approximately 5000 participants. In recognition of her achievement, Avisha has been awarded a Scholarship, Medal, and Certificate.
In addition, Avisha also participated in the International General Knowledge Olympiad, where she secured State Rank 21. She has been conferred the title of Best Performer for being among the Top 25 at the state level, and will receive a certificate along with a formal commendation.
We congratulate Avisha on her remarkable accomplishments and wish her continued success ahead.
Pranit Rastogi Excels in Chess
Pranit Rastogi of Grade 4, Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has delivered an impressive series of performances in chess this year.
He secured 3rd position (25 March) and 2nd position (26 March) at the Open Grandmaster Chess Camp Tournament conducted by Himanshu Sharma.
He further emerged as the Champion at the Under-9 District Chess Tournament 2026–27, held on 5 April 2026 at Grand Columbus School, Faridabad, finishing undefeated across all 6 games.
In a remarkable milestone, for the first time in the history of Faridabad, a nine year old, Pranit, from Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has become the Faridabad District Senior Open Category Chess Champion.
The tournament was conducted on 19 April 2026 by the Faridabad District Chess Association. Despite being initially seeded 21st based on his rating, Pranit displayed exceptional performance and emerged as the Champion after 6 rounds.
A strong reflection of focus, discipline, and consistent performance.
Tiara Jain Secures 2nd Position at Faridabad District Chess Championship
Tiara Jain, a student of MYP 1 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has secured 2nd position in the Under-11 category at the Faridabad District Chess Tournament, held on 4th April.
This achievement reflects Tiara’s focus, discipline, and growing strategic thinking. We are proud to see our students pursuing excellence beyond the classroom and making their mark in competitive arenas.
Congratulations to Tiara on this accomplishment. We wish her continued success in her chess journey.
Viraaj Vir Singh Excels at District Chess Championship 2026–27
Viraaj Vir Singh, a student of Grade 3 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, delivered an impressive performance at the Faridabad District Chess Championship 2026–27, organised by the All Faridabad Chess Association, and held on 4th and 5th April at Grand Columbus International School.
Viraaj secured the 1st position in the Under-7 (Boys) category, showcasing exceptional skill and focus. He further demonstrated his capability by achieving the 10th position in the Under-9 (Boys) category.
His achievement reflects dedication and strong potential at a young age. We congratulate Viraaj on this accomplishment and wish him continued success ahead.
Jayansh Dhingra Excels at District Chess Championship 2026–27
Jayansh Dhingra of Grade 8, Gir, Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, delivered an outstanding performance at the Faridabad District Chess Championship, held on 4th–5th April 2026.
Competing in the Under 15 Open category, Jayansh clinched the championship title, an exceptional feat especially as he is currently just 12 years old and competed in an over-age category. He further demonstrated his consistency by securing the 3rd position in the Under 13 Open category.
Continuing his strong track record, Jayansh had also emerged as the U15 Open Champion in the previous year and secured the 2nd position in the U13 Open category.
His achievements reflect remarkable skill, focus, and dedication. We congratulate Jayansh on his continued success and wish him the very best for the future.
Divit Virmani Secures 2nd Position at All India Gymnastics Competition 2026
Divit Virmani of Grade 4, Ranthambore, a student of Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, participated in the All India Level Wise Gymnastics Competition 2026 held on 5th April 2026, and secured an impressive 2nd position.
His achievement reflects dedication, discipline, and consistent effort. We congratulate Divit on this accomplishment and wish him continued success ahead.
Arya Sisters Shine at District Chess Championship 2026–27
Avisha Arya of Grade 4, Ranthambore, a student of Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, secured the joint 3rd position at the Faridabad District Chess Championship 2026–27, held on 4th and 5th April 2026. Competing in the Under 9 Girls Category, Avisha displayed strong strategic thinking and focus, earning a trophy, medal, and certificate for her achievement at the district level.
Adding to this proud moment, her younger sister Avanya Arya student of Grade 2, Kanha also performed exceptionally well, securing the 4th position in the Under 7 category.
We congratulate Avisha and Avanya on their accomplishments and wish them continued success in their journey ahead.
Iha Joshi Shines at ITF Junior World Tennis Tour (J60), Dehradun
Iha Joshi, a student of Grade 10 (Corbett) at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has secured the Runner-Up position at the ITF Junior World Tennis Tour (J60) held in Dehradun from 16 to 22 March 2026.
This is a significant milestone, as the ITF Junior Circuit is an international ranking tournament, where players compete at a highly competitive level. Iha’s performance not only reflects her skill and determination but also marks an important step in her global tennis journey.
What makes this achievement even more commendable is Iha’s ability to balance her academic commitments alongside rigorous training, demonstrating discipline, resilience, and focus. Competing in international tournaments often requires extensive travel and exposure, making her accomplishment all the more noteworthy.
We congratulate Iha on this remarkable achievement and wish her continued success as she scales new heights in the sport.
Aryanveer Singh Khurana Wins Double Gold at International Karate Open Cup
Aryanveer Singh Khurana of Grade 3 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, won two Gold Medals at the International Karate Open Cup held in Gurgaon in April 2026. His achievement highlights his dedication and strong performance at an international competitive level.
Parent Sports Collective at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad: A Year of Fitness, Community and Friendly Competition
At Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, we believe that a strong school community is built not only through learning in classrooms but through shared experiences beyond them. The Parent Sports Collective, an initiative by the Parent Partnership Office, encourages parents to stay active, connect with one another, and celebrate the joy of sport together.
Throughout the year, each quarter featured a sport exclusively for parents, fostering fitness, camaraderie, and friendly competition.
Quarter 1 began with the Parents Table Tennis Tournament, which saw enthusiastic participation from around 65 parents competing across Men’s and Women’s categories. The event was marked by spirited matches and an atmosphere of friendly rivalry. Mr. Anoop Gautam emerged as the Men’s Winner, while Ms. Arti Bakshi secured the Women’s title.
Quarter 2 concluded on a high note with the Parents Badminton Tournament, bringing together nearly 85 parents competing in a League-cum-Knockout format across Men’s and Women’s Doubles categories. The courts were filled with energy and teamwork as participants showcased their skills. The Men’s Doubles title was won by Mr. Punit Madan and Mr. Yashu Bansal, while Ms. Vasundhara Nagar and Ms. Neha Singhal clinched the Women’s Doubles title.
Quarter 3 featured the much-anticipated Parents Cricket Tournament, with 120 players forming eight teams. Matches began on 31 October 2025 and continued through December, culminating in an exciting final. After a series of competitive games, SNS Vijeta, led by Captain Sunny Sapra, emerged as the champions, with players and spectators enjoying the lively spirit of the tournament.
The year concluded with Quarter 4’s Athletic Meet and a 12 km Cyclothon, where parents participated in events such as 100 m, 200 m, and 400 m races, Long Jump, and Shot Put across multiple age categories. The event celebrated endurance, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship, with parents cheering each other on and embracing the spirit of participation.
We congratulate all participants for their spirited involvement. The Parent Sports Collective continues to strengthen the partnership between school and families, reflecting the vibrant and connected community at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad.
