{
  "id": 3020527,
  "title": "ISB&M Alumni Reunite After 25 Years, Pledge Continued Support To Build A Knowledge-Driven Generation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/isb-m-alumni-reunite-after-25-years-pledge-continued-support-to-build",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T11:53:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/pune/isbm-alumni-reunite-after-25-years-pledge-continued-support-to-build-a-knowledge-driven-generation"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pune witnessed a nostalgic gathering of alumni from the International School of Business & Media (ISB&M) who reunited after a quarter-century, pledging to continue supporting the institution in fostering a knowledge-driven generation. The reunion, held in 2021, brought together several prominent alumni, students, and dignitaries including ISB&M Founder-President Dr. Pramod Kumar and industry leaders such as Amit Diwan, Ketan Raikar, Sandeep Bakshi, Shalu Sharma, Aniruddha Jain, Neeraj Kapoor, and Arpana Ingle.\n\nISB&M was established two decades ago, facing the challenge of creating a unique identity amidst limited resources. The alumni, who were once responsible for shaping the institution's reputation, emphasized the vital lessons they learned during their time, including leadership, resilience, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Kumar recounted how students took responsibility for building the institution's foundation and identity, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset.\n\nThe alumni encouraged current students to not only focus on securing employment but to also develop their skills and create job opportunities. They expressed their commitment to assisting ISB&M's future development, already contributing through placements, guest lectures, workshops, and financial aid for various activities. Dr. Kumar, reflecting on the reunion, highlighted the satisfaction of seeing alumni reconnected with the campus and the positive impact they have on current students.",
  "summary": "Pune: Alumni of the International School of Business & Media (ISB&M), Nande, from the 2001–2003 academic batch, came together for an enthusiastic alumni reunion nearly 25 years after completing their studies. The alumni reminisced about their college days and recalled the significant role played by ISB&M in shaping their personalities, leadership abilities and professional careers. They also…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}