A formula for success

Krishaang Subtracts Hurdles With Discipline And Determination

Stuti Kalra, GT Network

What happens when the subject you fear the most becomes the very one that earns you recognition? For Krishaang Mishra of Class VII C at AIS Saket, mathematics transformed from a childhood fear into his greatest achievement. Once intimidated by numbers and calculations, Krishaang today finds his work featured in ‘The Compass’ (October 2025 issue), a prestigious magazine published by the Community Mathematics Centre, a collaborative initiative of the schools under the Krishnamurti Foundation India that serves as a resource center to foster innovative mathematics education. The Global Times brings to you the inspiring story of this young learner whose determination and curiosity have turned mathematics into a lifelong passion.

A serendipitous morning
Like many great discoveries that emerged unexpectedly, Krishaang’s mathematical breakthrough came on an ordinary morning. As a child, he struggled with basic mathematical operations and often found the subject difficult. However, with constant encouragement from his parents and teachers, he continued practising and exploring different ways to simplify calculations rather than giving up. His perseverance eventually paid off when, one morning, he independently discovered a unique procedure for subtraction without the traditional ‘carry over’ or ‘borrowing’ method. Krishaang’s method used negative numbers to perform subtraction and could be applied to both whole numbers and decimals.

Nurturing love for Maths
Encouraged by his parents and teachers, Krishaang documented his discovery, and under the guidance of noted mathematicians Dr Shailesh Shirali and Dr Amber Habib, his work was published in ‘The Compass’. Krishaang credits various initiatives, such as mental math activities and quizzes introduced in Amity by our visionary Chairperson Dr (Mrs) Amita Chauhan, for helping students to develop confidence and interest in mathematics. Deeply inspired by her words, koshish karne walon ki kabhi haar nahi hoti, he believes consistency and regular practice are the true keys to success. Krishaang also expresses his gratitude to his family, particularly his father, for being his constant support.

Beyond mathematics, Krishaang is also a karate enthusiast with a brown belt and dreams of becoming an army officer. A passionate linguistics lover, he also enjoys reading books in English, Sanskrit, and French. His message to peers is simple yet powerful: remain disciplined, compassionate, respectful, and never stop trying to achieve your goals and objectives.

 

 

Thought to theorem

Let’s see a simple example
36 – 29 = ?
   3     6
− 2     9
    1  (−3)
We see that 1 is in the tens’ place, and −3 in the unit’s place. So, the answer
is 10 + (−3), which is the same as 10 − 3 = 7. So, the answer is 7.

Let’s try it with decimals
747.65 − 578.97 =?
7 4 7 .6 5
-5 7 8 .9 7
2 -3 -1 -.3 -0.2
200 -30 -1 -0.3 -0.02
= 169 − 0.32
= 168.68

 

Movie Review

A trip to the stars

Movie: Project Hail Mary       
Directed by: Phil Lord & Christopher Miller
Released on: March 26, 2026
Starring: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, and James Ortiz
Genre: Sci-fi, Adventure, & Drama

Synopsis: Project Hail Mary is about Ryland Grace, a scientist who wakes up alone on a spaceship with no memory of his past. As his memories slowly return, he realises he has been sent on a crucial mission to save Earth. A single-celled, alien microbe called Astrophage, which feeds on electromagnetic radiation, is rapidly breeding on the Sun. It is causing the Sun to dim so severely that Earth is headed toward a catastrophic, extinction-level ice age. Grace, hence, has no option but to succeed in his mission to save the Sun and the Earth. Even though he feels confused and afraid, he uses his intelligence and problem-solving skills to face each challenge. During his journey, he also finds unexpected support. The story is engaging and emotional, showing courage, determination, and the power of science.
Why is it worth watching?: This movie is worth watching because it is exciting, emotional, and thoughtfully made. Ryan Gosling gives a strong performance that makes the character feel real and relatable. The story is easy to follow but still very interesting. It teaches important lessons about science, courage, and never giving up, while also showing how friendship and teamwork can help overcome even the toughest situations. Apart from its compelling story, the movie is visually striking and a faithful adaptation of the book. As an all-rounder, the movie blends audio, visual and storytelling into a cinematic masterpiece.
Iconic quote: “I put the not in astronaut!”
Rating: 4.5/5
Review by: Aadya Gupta
AIS Gurugram 46, VIII S