IIM-Calcutta Allows MBA Students to Pursue Start-Ups Without Losing Placement Opportunities
IIM-Calcutta has introduced a new initiative allowing MBA students to pursue start-ups for a year without permanently losing access to campus placements, enabling them to rejoin the placement process the following year if desired. The 63rd MBA batch includes 480 students with diverse academic backgrounds and work experience. The institute also announced continued scholarships through the Adani Accelerated Leadership Programme and a partnership with the Adani Group, which donated bicycles to enhance campus mobility.
First-hand measurement across 8 sources
We measured how 8 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (69/100). Lens Score 28/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- thehindu— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- theprint— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- businessstandard— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- news18— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- economictimes— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- indianexpress— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The article group primarily presents institutional and educational perspectives, focusing on IIM-Calcutta's policy change and partnerships with corporate entities like the Adani Group. Coverage is largely neutral, emphasizing student opportunities and academic initiatives without political framing or partisan viewpoints.
The overall tone across the articles is positive and supportive, highlighting the institute's efforts to encourage entrepreneurship while maintaining career security for students. The coverage includes favorable mentions of scholarships and corporate collaborations, reflecting an optimistic outlook on the initiative.
How 8 sources covered this story
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