How would you negotiate the hiatus that has come as a predicament in the aftermath of Corona Virus pandemic? Much of our world has been programmed to get up, get ready and go to work. So, an enforced isolation came as a staggering challenge.

   Especially, for honchos of academic institutions to keep the students engaged in what could be worthwhile. One that stands out for ingenuity is that of the IIT, Gandhinagar which launched Project ISAAC to engage its students in creative projects inspiring them to reach depths of their core and find ways of persevering.

   The Project named after Sir Isaac Newton, the legendary scientist, seeks to enhance the critical skills of the students while they remain at home or hostel.

Why is the project named after Newton?

The story dates back to July in the year 1665 when bubonic plague had ravaged London. The townspeople then were found racing to isolate themselves in....

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