Divya Gokulnath

Better late than never! Here’s my thank you list for 2021

2021 has been a teacher - it has taught me so much of value.

1. Being the mother of two: My younger son turned one year old in 2021. This second innings of motherhood has been blissful and has taught me so much more about patience, kindness and love.

2. My loved ones that have been my rock: I wouldn’t have been able to see through the rollercoaster that last year was if it wasn’t for the unwavering support of my family. They have, do and always will be a big part of who I am.

3. There’s no substitute for self-care: If I am not taking care of myself, then I can’t take care of anyone or anything else.Half an hour’s workout, be it a swim, be it a HIIT session, or cycling without fail, every single day.

4. Routines: Especially with little ones at home, a routine for them (and myself) has been a blessing in bringing structure to my day. Whether it’s planning my work day (to the extent it permits!) or with kids- reading to them, learning with them or playing - routine activities with my kids are some of the fondest memories from 2021 that I’ll look back on.

And of course,
5. The entire BYJU’S family: For their unrivalled dedication to help the world fall in love with learning and help students learn better, for constantly raising the bar in excellence for the past one decade and for embodying the spirit of #KeepLearning for the decades to come!

So what have you been thankful for in 2021?

#gratitude #newyear #thankfulness

Keep 36 all out, out of your mind.
Keep believing that you can win the war even if you lose a battle.
Keep the courage that comes with youth.
Keep the pain of the injuries for another day.
Keep the sledging behind the stumps.
Keep letting the bat and ball do all your talking.
Keep converting those losses into draws.
Keep turning those draws into wins.
Keep stretching the boundaries of your dreams.
Keep proving the world wrong.
Keep winning!

Thank you for the life lessons, Team India.

Congratulations on a historic series win.

#nevergiveup #indiancricketteam #AUSvIND #TeamIndia #byjus #keeplearning #keepwinning

On days when you have too many things to juggle, multitasking can sometimes come back to haunt you. In such times I've found that switching modes and focusing on one task at a time helps me get things done better!

Prioritisation is an invaluable skill.

How do you prioritise your day?

#motivation #work #productivity #ideas

Young India does it again. 🎉 The Indian men's badminton team scores one for the history books by raising the first ever Thomas Cup for India.

As a country, India has had a long tryst with sports and you'll find talent in every corner of the nation. Seeing these determined sportspersons chase their passion and now rise to the top is incredibly inspiring.

Congratulations again Team India. Thank you for giving all of us a new milestone to celebrate and for shaping the spirit of sports for the athletes to come!
#India #sports #WhatInspiresMe #badminton

A book can transcend, transform and transport us to a world filled with love and knowledge.

When you read the right book, it feels like you can conquer the world. When you read the perfect book, you feel like you will be forever loved in this beautiful 🌍 .

One such book is Charlie Mackesy’s The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. This illustrated book teaches us how to live without fear, with our friends… for some cake. If you ever feel low, this is the book to read. If you start noticing hate, read the book again to relearn kindness and rediscover love.

Here are 10 pearls of wisdom that I have gathered from the four friends:

📖 Be kind as you grow up. And be the kindest to yourself.

📖 Everybody is scared. But we are less scared together.

📖 Asking for help does not mean giving up. It means refusing to give up.

📖 The biggest waste of time is comparing yourself to others.

📖 The greatest illusion is that life should be perfect.

📖 When life seems difficult, think about who you love.

📖 There is absolutely nothing to prove. You are enough as you are.

📖 There is more love in this world than you can possibly imagine.

📖 You are loved. Love wins in the end. You are a winner.

📖 Everyone is just trying to get home…

…Love brings you home.

#DivyasReadingList #August2022 #books #reading #readingcommunity #readingtime #readingisfun #bookslover

We are pleased to announce that Aakash Education Services Limited (AESL), a subsidiary of BYJU'S, is gearing up to begin its life as a public company after its Initial Public Offering (IPO) mid next year. The Board of BYJU'S has officially sanctioned this pivotal undertaking, and the appointment of merchant bankers for the IPO will be revealed shortly.

As India's largest and most successful test prep company for engineering and medical entrance exams, Aakash has been a market leader for over 35 years, boasting an impressive track record of success. In fact, one in every three doctors in India is a proud Aakashian! With over 325 centres nationwide, Aakash today empowers more than 400,000 students every year, earning the trust and faith of countless parents and students.

This IPO will mark a significant milestone in the growth and expansion of Aakash + BYJU'S, which now offers a comprehensive portfolio of products to cater to students of diverse learning styles and preferences. Since its integration with BYJU'S, Aakash has enjoyed the benefits of multiple synergies that have propelled its growth forward. By merging BYJU'S cutting-edge expertise in online education with Aakash's exceptional leadership in the classroom-based educational solutions, the combined entity is expanding the contours of the test-prep industry.

This powerful synergy has tripled AESL's revenue in the last two years, and the company is on track to reach INR 4,000 crore in revenue and INR 900 crore in EBITDA for the fiscal year 2023-24. Indeed, it’s been a wonderful and numberful partnership. The infusion of capital from the IPO will be strategically utilized to bolster Aakash's infrastructure and extend high-quality test-prep education to an even larger number of students.

Stay tuned for many exciting updates as we meticulously plan and execute its public listing, setting the stage for a new era of educational excellence. Aakash BYJU'S has proven that the sky is not the limit but just the beginning of an incredible journey of growth and fulfilment.
#onwardsandupwards #education #india #ipo #aakashbyjus

It has been an incredible entrepreneurial journey for me to see how technology can be harnessed to create meaningful engagement in education. In my recent interview with Khaleej Times , I delve into my passion for education, my journey as an entrepreneur, a teacher, and most importantly a lifelong learner.

From being an 'accidental educator' to becoming a passionate teacher to launching our learning app in 2015 and transitioning to an entirely online platform, the in-depth story shares insights on how we've been able to create great content and leverage tech in the right way to improve learning outcomes and create a positive difference more opportunities for students

The EdTech industry is growing, but the companies that will stand out are those with great content and the ability to leverage technology in the right way. Those that can enhance human potential. After all, Tech is not just about digitizing a textbook but about bringing together content and pedagogy in a beautiful way.

I hope you enjoy my interview and it inspires you to keep learning and growing. You will find the link in my comments below.

Thank you Sushmita Bose for encapsulating our interaction so well and bringing it to life
#lifelonglearning #khaleejtimes #educationforall

Hockey has a special place in my heart. My maternal grandfather was an avid hockey player who would sneak out of his hostel to play. I remember the lumps on his hands which came from injuries during play , from the hockey stick. It was he who encouraged my mother to play sports in an era where it was not common for girls to take up sports. I remember him and celebrate his passion for hockey every time India plays.

Today, India started their Men’s Hockey World Cup campaign with a brilliant and brave 2-0 victory over Spain!

With this, the men in blue have answered the question, ‘How is India going to handle the pressure of playing on their home soil?’

They are going to win it to the tune of ‘jeetega bhai jeetega, India jeetega’.

There was just so much pent-up energy and excitement in the beautiful city of Rourkela in the lead up to this game. With a winning streak that includes an Olympic medal, a Commonwealth Games medal, and fierce competition against top teams, the dream is on for India to bring home the coveted World Cup trophy after a long wait.

A big shout out to the people and government of Odisha for their generous patronage and continuous support to the national game of India.


Chak de India.
#hockey #india #energy #learning #winning

You have held their hands during their first steps, watched on anxiously as they ran, and guided them as they soared high in their lives. Wishing every parent a happy Teachers' Day...After all, you are their first teacher

#happyteachersday