Generation Alpha, often referred to as Gen Alpha, includes those born between approximately 2010 and 2024. Following Gen Z, they are the first generation to be born entirely in the 21st century, primarily as the offspring of Millennials. They are true Digital Natives, and the term Gen Alpha was introduced by Australian researcher Mark McCrindle. The name Alpha, which is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, was added to signify a new beginning for a new century. Recently, a

Around the globe, efforts are being made to reform the education system to meet the needs of Generation Alpha, who are seen as digital citizens. However, in India, Generation Alpha, consisting of children born from 2010 onwards, faces unique challenges due to significant neglect in government school infrastructure, a lack of teachers, and overwhelming academic pressure from unnecessary after-school tutoring. There are major deficits in infrastructure and school facilities. Ne

"Dr. Lalit Kishore is a Jaipur-based educator and researcher who advocates for teacher-led and collaborative action research to solve classroom challenges in resource-constrained, rural Indian schools. He promotes reflective pedagogy, low-cost STEM teaching aids, and visual research methods to make education inclusive and experiential," reported an AI prompt 'dr lalit kishore educator on collaborative action research.'[1] AI search added the following core features of Kishore

The Concept note (KUK, 2026) [1] of the 11th International Gita Conference (14th - 16th December 2026) with theme "Srimadbhagwad Gita: Traditions and Influence, Bridging Cultures across the World" has section 'Peace – Inner Calm through Detachment' giving the message that inner peace emerges when duties are carried out without attachment to rewards. "This teaching resonates with modern stress management, mindfulness, and positive psychology frameworks. In an era of high pr

Academia (see inset clipping) reported the mention of this blogger’s contribution in a paper uploaded on their website which lead to finding my presence on the topic on the internet through an AI prompt 'list blog post on action research on 'lalit kishore writes', which goes as follows. Google (2026, August 16) [1} informs that Kishore has publishes educational articles and practitioner insights on his Wix.com portal which heavily focus heavily on teacher-led action research,

The book of this blogger on Navodaya Schools is placed in the York University (Founded, 1959) {1}, a large public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. is known for its diverse student body and comprehensive academic programs across multiple campuses. It stands as one of Canada's top universities for interdisciplinary research and professional education. Kishore's book works as a reference source for research on education of the gifted children and politi

The 11th International Gita Conference (IGC-2026) is going to be held from 14th to 16th December with the “Swadharma in the Bhagwad Gita: Inspiration for Duty, Peace, and Harmony” at Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana. "The Bhagavad Gita, a foundational text of Indian philosophy, has transcended cultural and temporal boundaries to offer guidance on ethical action, spiritual growth, and harmonious living. At its core lies the principle of Swadharma (one’s own duty),

Kishore (2026) [1] advocates for using "Big Books" to enhance early childhood literacy by highlights how these oversized books improve engagement and comprehension during shared reading, aligning with the 2026 theme of cultivating a love for reading. These oversized, visually engaging books are designed to captivate young learners, improve their foundational literacy skills, and foster collaborative shared reading experiences in classrooms could lead to a lifelong love for re

Dr. Lalit Kishore, a Jaipur-based educator and researcher, advocates for integrating Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and traditional arts with modern educational frameworks. His work focuses on creating balanced, value-based learning models aligned with contemporary policy goals of the NEP 2020, reports Google (2026) [1}. Kishore's core focus areas in IKS and pedagogy are as follows, adds AI search Ancient Wisdom Integration: Blending traditional Indian insights and arts with

In India, the National Librarian Day is being celebrated on the 12th August 2026, marking the 134th birth anniversary of Padma Shri Prof. S. R. Ranganathan, who is widely known as the Father of Library Science in the country. It may be recalled that Prof. Ranganathan and his monumental contributions to library and information science. The theme for this yers's event is "Libraries: Connecting People, Preserving Knowledge, Empowering the Future" with the official social media t

Short note on ill effects of digital screen addiction Screen addiction poses severe risks to physical health by disrupting natural sleep cycles and causing chronic eye strain. Prolonged use leads to poor posture, resulting in frequent neck and back pain. The lack of movement also increases the risk of weight gain over time Constant digital stimulation reduces attention spans and lowers productivity at work or school. Relying on virtual interactions often triggers feelings o

Quotes on screen addiction We are living in an attention economy and social media is addictive by design. — Tristan Harris Smartphone is definitely smarter than us to be able to keep us addicted to it. — Munia Khan It is okay to own a technology, what is not okay is to be owned by technology. — Abhijit Naskar Quatrains on Screen Addiction Bright screens glow, a tempting snare, Our focus fades, lost in thin air. A scroll, a like, a fleeting view, Attention

VIEW POINT Jiddu Krishnamurti, a prominent thinker and philosopher, perceived war as the bloody, cruel, and devastating external expression of humanity's internal greed, fear, and everyday conflicts. He contended that nationalistic, religious, and ideological divisions, which are rooted in the human psyche, inevitably lead to conflict, placing the responsibility for global war on every individual. His proposed solution called for immediate and radical self-transformation, rat

The United Nations has chosen April 21 as World Creativity and Innovation Day to help people understand how important creativity and innovation are for human development. The UN website says that there isn't a single way to define creativity. It can mean different things, from making art to solving problems related to economic, social, and sustainable development. This means that creativity reflects who we are and what we care about. It helps create a diverse mix of cultures

Generative AI Bots: Powerful Tools with Potential Perils A Short Note Generative AI bots can be really dangerous because they spread convincing false information and make up facts that seem true. They help bad people run bigger disinformation campaigns, create deepfakes, and manipulate politics. Also, these models often show extreme flattery, which can dangerously support harmful beliefs and echo chambers instead of showing the real truth. Security problems make these risks

Academia reports that the work of Dr Lalit Kishote is cited in the research paper polished in the CJES Journal (see inset clipping) on teacher’s professional development. AI search revealed that Kishore focuses heavily on empowering teachers by shifting classrooms from rigid, traditional instruction systems into dynamic, participatory communities of learners with core philosophical of 'Teacher Empowerment and Pedagogy Co-Learner Model.' Dr. Lalit Kishore’s educational interv

Each year, on 24 March, the UN proclaimed International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims is observed. According to the UN, The right to the truth is often invoked in the context of gross violations of human rights and grave breaches of humanitarian law. The relatives of victims of summary executions, enforced disappearance, missing persons, abducted children, torture, require to know what happened to them.

The 11th International Gita Conference is being held in two major phases in 2026. In the first phase, an overseas edition hosted in Japan and Idian edition the flagship academic conference hosted at Kurukshetra University in Haryana as a part of Gita Jayanti Mahotasava, informs an AI prompt. International Gita Mahotsav, Japan Edition, is being held on June 19 – 23, 2026, in Tokyo and Osaka in Japan with the theme "Wisdom for Peace and Harmony of which one day International G

Commonwealth Currents [1], Commonwealth Secretariat, London, carried out the news of Commonwealth Award of 1998 to Dr. Lalit Kishore, Educator from India, Director, Lok Jumbish Project in Rajasthan on deputation from Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangthan [2]. Lok Jumbish Project [3] had been the world renowned Education-for-All project of India which carried out ground breaking processes of school mapping and micro-planning, competency based curricula; gender and social equity in educ

Viewpoint on Buddhist Law of Karma The Dalai Lama (2026) explains that karma, or action, functions as a natural law of cause and effect rather than divine judgment, where intentions dictate the consequences of thoughts, words, and deeds. The Buddha's law of karma emphasizes that individuals can empower themselves by understanding the law and enabling themselves to shape a positive future through compassionate actions. Reference The Dalai Lama, XIV. (2026, April 20). Karm: