From IIT Bombay to ‘Ramayana’: Inside Nitesh Tiwari’s journey as one of Bollywood’s most popular directors The release of the first trailer of ‘Ramayana’ has brought the filmmaker back Nitesh Tiwari in plain sight. The wannabe fantasy epic, shows Ranbir KapoorYash, with Sai Pallavi, is one of the biggest hits in the director’s career. Over…
Dr Krishna Chivukula donates Rs 224 crore to IIT Madras, setting new milestone after Indo-MIM IPO Success is often measured by the companies entrepreneurs create. But for Dr. Krishna Chivukula, an IIT Madras alumnus, success also means giving back to the institution that helped shape his life’s journey. More than 50 years after graduating from…
Four IIT Bombay professors recommended for JC Bose scholarships for outstanding research contributions Four IIT Bombay faculty members have been recommended for the prestigious J.C. Bose Fellowship, one of India’s highest recognitions for active scientists. The institute recently congratulated Professor M. Ravikanth, Professor Deepankar Choudhury, Professor Ruchi Anand and Professor Debabrata Maiti for being elected…
IIT Madras Artificial Intelligence Workshop trains participants on climate modeling and energy solutions New Delhi: The AI4NetZero team at EnERG Lab, IIT Madras, will organize a three-day practical workshop from August 7 to 9, 2026, titled “Artificial Intelligence in Action: Climate and Energy System Applications”. The project will focus on the application of artificial intelligence…
Sunil Bajpai awarded JC Bose Fellowship for outstanding research contribution at IIT Roorkee Every scientific breakthrough that changes the way we understand the world requires years or even decades of patient research. The purpose of the JC, one of India’s most prestigious researcher honors, is to recognize this sustained excellence. Bose Grant, awarded by the…
IIT Delhi AIIMS develops Hindi version of melodic intonation therapy for aphasia patients New Delhi: Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) in collaboration with All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Institute of Human Behavior and Allied Sciences (IHBAS), New Delhi, have developed the first Hindi version of Melodic Intonation Therapy…
Veezhinathan Kamakoti, director of IIT Madras, asserted that while AI can assist in drafting questions and translating exam content, it cannot replace human expertise in high-stakes tests like NEET. He stressed the need for subject experts to verify questions and translations in 12 languages to maintain fairness, accuracy and credibility of the exam. (AP Photo/Matthew…
IIT Madras has made major revisions to the GATE 2027 information manual, updated the Biotechnology syllabus and expanded the scope of the two-paper combination for selected engineering streams. The changes are designed to support interdisciplinary learning, but exam patterns, eligibility criteria and timetables remain unchanged. Candidates are encouraged to consult the revised manual before preparation….
Millions of people have solved his physics problems, but few know why HC Verma wrote Concepts of Physics. (Photo: X Post) For generations of Indian students, cracking JEE or NEET often started with two words printed on the cover of a book: Physics Concepts.Long before online lectures, tutoring apps and AI-driven learning tools became commonplace,…
IIT Kharagpur to expand MTech opportunities with special admission plan in strategic subjects in 2026-27 New Delhi: IIT Kharagpur has announced the creation of additional MTech seats for the academic year 2026-27 under its Dean’s Platinum Jubilee Scheme. The initiative was launched to expand postgraduate education opportunities in selected strategic subjects across multiple departments, centers…
From 54% in Class 10 boards to IIT Bombay CSE, comeback inspires thousands Every year, thousands of students lose confidence after receiving disappointing results in board exams. Some people come to believe that one bad grade permanently closes the door to their dream college.Jainendrajeet’s journey tells a very different story.Today, he is pursuing a bachelor’s…
Kirti Jangra and Neetu Yadav (Photo: LinkedIn) Most IIT graduates dream of building the next fintech, AI or SaaS unicorn.Neetu Yadav and Kirti Jangra chose a path that few expected. Instead of solving a problem for urban consumers, two roommates at IIT Delhi decided to tackle one of India’s oldest and most unorganized markets –…
From IIT Madras to Vikram-1: The young engineer behind mission-critical rocket software is now heading to the Netherlands. (Photo: X-Post) Some students learn programming to build applications. Others dream of working at a tech giant. Spatika Prasad chose a different path – one that took her to the heart of India’s growing private space sector.Long…
Three IIT Delhi research innovations named top ideas at Sanrachna 2026 National Technical Textiles Hackathon New Delhi: Department of Textile and Fiber Engineering Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Earned national recognition at Sanrachna 2026: Product Development and Design Hackathon where three research-led innovations were selected as the top three innovative ideas in the competition. The…
IIT Roorkee clarifies advice in social media controversy, says communication is not new policy directive Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has clarified that the advice circulating among members of the institute is not a new directive or policy, following criticism on social media over claims that students were asked not to support the ongoing…
After skipping JEE and joining IIT Bombay, Kabeer Chillar wins Chemistry Olympiad gold for India For most students, getting AIR 1 in JEE Main or getting a seat in JEE Main Indian Institute of Technology BombayThe computer science courses will be the culmination of many years of hard work. For Kabeer Chillar, this is just…
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has announced the GATE 2027 exam schedule and registration is expected to start in mid-August. The upcoming edition includes revised syllabus, new robotics and automation paper, DigiLocker linked registration through facial authentication, and updated examination measures for nearly 10 lakh aspirants. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras officially…
An Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) alumnus’ candid reflections on being “stuck” during engineering school have sparked a wider discussion about passion, privilege and career choices. His admission that he pursued interests outside of academia and ultimately abandoned engineering has divided social media and raised questions about whether a degree should shape a person’s entire…
Pawan Kumar Chandana Profile: Indian Institute of Technology graduate, former ISRO scientist and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace India marked a milestone in its private space sector as Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched the country’s first privately built orbital rocket, Vikram-1, from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota. Named ‘Mission Agaman’, the mission will deliver…
63rd convocation of IIT Madras awards 511 PhD degrees IIT Madras conferred 3,518 degrees to 3,106 students at its 63rd convocation ceremony, with four students receiving prestigious awards for academic excellence and overall achievement. Degrees awarded include undergraduate, graduate, joint and double degree programmes, as well as 511 doctoral degrees.The convocation also recognized students who…
BVS Madhavi combines expertise from MBBS and IIT Madras to build artificial intelligence solutions for cancer research. (Photo: LinkedIn) Most students spend years deciding whether to pursue medicine or engineering. For BVS Madhavi, the answer is surprisingly simple – why choose one over the other when you can study both?While studying MBBS at Andhra Medical…
Jigisha Tailor and her son Aditya Kapadia (Photo credit: Indian Express) Jigisha Tailor with her son at a recent convocation at IIT Madras Aditya Kapadia We walked on stage together to receive our degrees. Jigisha is 45 years old and Aditya is 21 years old. Neither planned to finish at the same time, nor did…
A post on LinkedIn by an IIT Kanpur alumnus sparked widespread discussion, stating that where people live affects their perception of success. The article compares life in Bangalore to life in a mountain town, highlighting how social circumstances and constant comparisons impact confidence, satisfaction and personal fulfillment. India’s metropolises sell similar dreams: better jobs, higher…
IIT Roorkee students score perfect 50 points in TERI GO4Youth Online Olympiad 2026 New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) congratulates its students, Ravneet Singhwas adjudged the “Best Performer – State/UT” of Uttarakhand in the TERI GO4Youth Online Olympiad 2026. The recognition was announced following his outstanding performance in national-level environmental awareness initiatives.Ravneet…
IIT Madras and Ministry of Education conduct national seminar to enhance student well-being in higher education New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) organized a two-day regional workshop on ‘Celebrating Ideas: From Academic Excellence to Sustainable Health’ on July 12-13, 2026, bringing together over 200 faculty and student support professionals from higher…
IIT Guwahati confer degrees to 2,265 students at 28th convocation ceremony, highlighting research milestones New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) conferred degrees to 2,265 students at its 28th convocation ceremony held on July 12, 2026. The graduating batch includes undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and research program students from multiple disciplines.Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO…
As participation in online learning continues to grow across the country, IIT Madras honors 1,842 South Indian NPTEL stars New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras honored 1,842 NPTEL stars from South India at a ceremony held at its campus on July 10, 2026. This recognition recognizes learners who have successfully completed and earned…
Why IIT Kanpur alumnus and IPS officer Jagmohan Meena left IPS at the age of 37 For thousands of UPSC aspirants, getting a seat in the Indian Police Service is the culmination of years of relentless preparation. However, for Jagmohan Meena, it was a milestone in a journey defined by taking unconventional decisions. A 2013-batch…
From Twitter CEO to AI founder: IIT Bombay alum Parag Agrawal exits to launch a $2 billion startup For many engineering students, clearing the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is considered the biggest milestone in their academic journey. But for Indian Institute of Technology Bombay For alumnus Parag Agrawal, this was just the beginning of a…
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced the B.Cyber admission results for 2026, and 52 candidates have made the provisional selection list. Shortlisted applicants must report to the school on July 21 to go through the admission procedures. The institute also announced the eligibility threshold by category and advised candidates to verify their selection status…