Institute of Actuaries of India to expand overseas

CHENNAI – The Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) is looking to expand to countries that do not have actuarial education system, while working on expanding the application of actuarial skills in non-traditional sectors within India.

“We will expand into other countries in South Asia and Asia Pacific region who do not have actuarial …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Institute of Actuaries of India to expand overseas.

New Zealand to bring new immigration law

HAMILTON – New Zealand will put in place a new law from next month to curb unauthorised entry of foreigners.

According to the new law which comes into effect from Nov 29, education providers enrolling those students who are not entitled to study here would face increased penalties, said Immigration New Zealand.
Education providers that … Read this article on Gaea Times at : New Zealand to bring new immigration law.

Kids, parents give thumbs up to this maths course

NEW DELHI – Arithmetic, abacus, calculations and cheerful kids enjoying every moment of it. This unlikely scene played out in the capital Sunday at the fifth Northern Region Abacus and Mental Arithmetic competition.

Organised by Sociable Intellectual Progressive Academy (SIP), the annual event helps children develop memory, concentration, and arithmetic skills by using internationally proven … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kids, parents give thumbs up to this maths course.

A Briton who spreads knowledge in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – From the plains of Punjab province to the rugged mountains in Waziristan, a former British major has been spreading knowledge for more than 60 years in Pakistan with a missionary zeal.

“What could be nobler than to open up minds and create a world of possibilities?” Major Geoffery Langlands [..] Read the original article: here.

Amritsar students visit Lahore, spread message of peace (Lead, Changing dateline)

LAHORE – Youngsters from India and Pakistan should be given opportunities to regularly interact with each other and display their talents in diverse fields to spread the message of peace.

This was the consensus of a group of students from Indias Millennium School in Amritsar visiting Lahore these days on the invitation of Sanjan … Read more : Amritsar students visit Lahore, spread message of peace (Lead, Changing dateline).