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.

Kayana Monga of Shiv Nadar School Noida, Honored as Asia-Pacific Recipient of the First-Ever IB Community Inspiration Award by the International Baccalaureate

We are incredibly proud to announce that Kayana Monga a Diploma Programme student at Shiv Nadar School Noida, has been Honored as Asia-Pacific Recipient of the First-Ever IB Community Inspiration Award by the International Baccalaureate - a global honor recognizing individuals who advance the IB mission through meaningful local impact. Kayana’s recognition marks a significant moment for youth leadership in India.

She was honored for founding Project Muskan, a rural mental health initiative that has reached over 500 children around Delhi, identified more than 40 cases of suicidal ideation, and connected vulnerable children to professional care. Her advocacy has also drawn recognition from the Delhi Health Ministry and the Chief Minister.

Beyond mental health, Kayana has contributed to UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children report, led sustainability efforts, and driven community service initiatives.

Kayana Monga remarked, “To receive this award is to be reminded that awareness carries obligation, and that meaningful change begins when care deepens into responsibility.”

Kayana’s success reflects the strong values of hard work and ambition that we nurture at Shiv Nadar. We are delighted to see our students striving for greatness and representing our school community with pride.

She will be formally honored at the Asia-Pacific IB Global Conference in Mumbai in March 2026.

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.

Young Author and Changemaker at Shiv Nadar School Faridabad – Viraj Jain (MYP 3) Leads with Purpose

Shiv Nadar School Faridabad proudly celebrates the sustainability journey of Viraj Jain (MYP 3), whose work reflects awareness, initiative, and a deep commitment to caring for the planet.

Happy Earth – A Child’s Voice for the Planet

Viraj is the author of Happy Earth, a sincere and thought-provoking book that speaks about environmental responsibility in a way children can understand and relate to. Written from a young person’s perspective, the book avoids complex terminology and instead focuses on emotions, values, and everyday actions.

In Happy Earth, Earth is gently personified as a living, feeling presence — one that thrives when nurtured and suffers when neglected. This approach helps young readers form an emotional connection with the planet, making the message personal rather than abstract.

The book thoughtfully explores:

• The importance of respecting nature and biodiversity
• The consequences of pollution and careless consumption
• The role of small, daily actions in creating larger change
• The belief that age is never a limitation in becoming a changemaker

What makes the book especially meaningful is that it comes from a student who leads by example. Viraj’s writing reflects sincerity and a genuine desire to influence positive behaviour, encouraging readers to see sustainability not as a distant global issue, but as a shared responsibility.

The SDG Anthem

Viraj also created an original SDG Anthem titled 17 Global Goals, One Vision — an uplifting musical piece that brings together the spirit of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into one united message. At just 13 years old, he wrote, composed, and performed this anthem to inspire awareness, reflection, and real action toward a sustainable future.

The anthem is designed to resonate with young audiences by translating the 17 global goals into a collective call to care for people and the planet. The music encourages listeners to remember that working together — and acting responsibly — is key to addressing challenges like inequality, climate change, and environmental protection. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-KkXSxLUrU

At Shiv Nadar School Faridabad, sustainability and global citizenship are integral to our learning culture. Viraj’s work embodies the spirit we seek to nurture — informed awareness, student agency, and purposeful action.

His journey reminds us that meaningful leadership can begin early, and when young minds engage with global challenges thoughtfully, they contribute to shaping a more responsible and hopeful future.

Vir Taneja Wins Gold at the 8th Inter Warrior Gymnastics Competition

Vir Taneja of Grade 1 (Gir) at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, showcased remarkable enthusiasm and confidence at the 8th Inter Warrior Gymnastics Competition.

Competing in Level 1, he won the Gold Medal, marking an impressive milestone early in his sporting journey. His performance reflects determination and a strong foundation in gymnastics.

Heartiest congratulations to Vir on this outstanding achievement.

Myra Taneja Secures Silver at the 8th Inter Warrior Gymnastics Competition

Myra Taneja of Grade 5 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, delivered a poised and confident performance at the 8th Inter Warrior Gymnastics Competition.

Competing in Level 3, she secured the Silver Medal, reflecting her consistent training, strength, and composure across routines. Her achievement stands as a testament to her dedication and disciplined preparation.

We congratulate Myra on this proud accomplishment and wish her continued success in her gymnastics journey.

Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad Conferred the GEP Green School Badge

Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad has been conferred the GEP Green School Badge in recognition of its distinction as a National Green School Ranking Awardee 2025.

The recognition follows an evaluation of the School’s greening education practices aligned with the UNESCO Green School Quality Standards under the Greening Education Partnership (GEP). The badge has been formally extended by Green Mentors.

The award was presented at the 9th NYC Green School Conference 2025, convened alongside the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week NYC at Cornell University, New York, United States.

This global recognition affirms the School’s sustained commitment to integrating sustainability across leadership, curriculum, campus practices, and community engagement — preparing learners to be environmentally responsible and globally conscious.

Champions of the ISSO North Region Under-11 Football Championship!

Shiv Nadar Noida is extremely proud to share that we have been declared the Champions of the ISSO North Region Under-11 Football Championship! This is a truly proud moment for us, and we are honored to see our students’ efforts pay off in such a spectacular manner.

Our Under-11 team has shown exemplary skill, grit, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament, overcoming tough competition to make our school community proud. Their passion and dedication to the sport are a shining example not only of football prowess but also of the qualities we aim to instill in all our students.

Heartiest congratulations to Jahan Malhotra, who was awarded the Best Goalkeeper of the championship.

This achievement is yet another milestone in the illustrious sporting history of Shiv Nadar School. Cheers to many more victories, both on and off the field!

Kiaan Kapoor Shines in U-6 Open Tennis Tournaments

Kiaan Kapoor, a Nursery class student of Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has secured First Position in the Under-6 category at an Open Tennis Tournament organised by Jagannath Tennis Academy.

The tournament saw participation from children across Delhi NCR. At just 4 years of age, Kiaan was the youngest participant in his category, competing against players aged 5½ years and above. The competition assessed core tennis skills including forehand and backhand strokes, where Kiaan outperformed his peers with a clear margin. He was awarded a trophy, medal, and certificate for his achievement.

Adding to this accomplishment, in January 2026, Kiaan participated in another Delhi Open Tennis Tournament (U-6 category) organised by a different academy and secured the First Runner-Up position, once again earning a trophy, medal, and certificate.

Kiaan began his tennis journey at the age of two. His discipline, consistency, and love for the sport are clearly reflected in these early milestones.

We congratulate Kiaan and his family on these achievements and wish him continued success as he progresses in his sporting journey.

YUVAi - Global Youth Challenge

We are delighted to announce that our student par-excellence, Pranet Khetan has achieved another milestone, he is the recipient of the first prize for his project 'paraspeak" at the YUVAi – Global Youth Challenge 2026.

Paraspeak is an AI-powered wearable device that can convert impaired speech into clear speech on a near-real-time basis, giving a voice to back to those with paralysis, Parkinson's, dysarthria, and other CP-related speech disorders.

Pranet started with collecting the largest database of Hindi dysarthric speech using a custom-made 2-part algorithmic data collection toolkit for efficient large-scale collection. With this data, he experimented with the latest cutting-edge deep learning models to understand slurred speech using AI. Creating these AI systems was a major process in itself, encompassing various algorithmic processing techniques paired with state-of-the-art transformer architectures. To make the model accessible, he developed an affordable, pocket-sized device that can record dysarthric speech, apply AI processing, and speak out clear, intelligible speech that others can easily understand. At under $25, this breakthrough technology makes effective communication accessible to dysarthric patients in their native language, potentially transforming daily interactions for thousands of individuals who previously struggled to be understood.

His work reflects a strong commitment to leveraging technology for social good and places
him among the brightest young minds in the world.

Huge congratulations to Pranet on this incredible achievement!