IIT Jodhpur, in collaboration with AIIMS Jodhpur, is developing flexible, low‑power wearable semiconductor patches that can enable early detection of serious diseases—including cancer—and continuous health monitoring. The soft, skin‑conforming sensors aim to bring non‑invasive, real‑time diagnostics to clinics, rural areas, and even defence app
The Delhi government has entered a six‑month collaboration with IIT Madras to study whether photocatalytic “smog‑eating” coatings on roads, pavements, and other city infrastructure can meaningfully reduce key air pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The project, led by Professor Somnath C Roy of IIT Madras, will begin with lab‑based smog simulations followed by field trials in Delhi, aiming to assess whether such coatings can become a scalable, science‑driven tool in the Capital’s fight against air pollution.
An Indian IIT graduate who once worked as a Director at First Republic Bank in the United States has walked away from a high‑salary corporate career to live a perpetually nomadic life with his Austrian wife and three children. He now describes their existence as “king‑size,” built around travel, minimal possessions, and a focus on experiences over conventional security.
Anant Yardi, a 1968‑batch alumnus of IIT Delhi and founder of Yardi Systems, has pledged Rs 150 crore to his alma mater, one of the largest alumni contributions in recent years. The donation will support the Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence and help expand campus infrastructure to meet growing academic and research needs
IIT ISM Dhanbad has launched a five‑day Executive Development Programme on “Electrical Safety in Mining Operations,” targeting professionals from Coal India and other organisations to strengthen safety and modern maintenance practices.
Supreme Court orders dissociation from academics behind controversial judiciary chapter, prompting IIT-Gandhinagar to scrutinize Michel Danino’s position.
The Human Capital Working Group at IIT Guwahati advances India’s AI‑ready workforce agenda, focusing on inclusive education, gender‑responsive skilling, and human‑centric AI transitions ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Led by Prof. Jayanarayanan Kuttippurath and his team at the Centre for Ocean, River, Atmosphere and Land Sciences (CORAL), the research highlights the vulnerability of wheat, rice, and maize – India’s and the world’s primary food grains – to rising ozone levels.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur will host its annual techno‑management festival, Kshitij 2026, from January 16 to 18, 2026. The 23rd edition of the festival will feature over 40 events, including technical and management competitions, workshops, interactive sessions, guest lectures, and exhibitions, creating a vibrant platform for students across India to explore cutting‑edge technology,…
IIT Delhi Launches Data Science & ML Certificate Program As global businesses pivot to data-driven strategies and AI-powered solutions, the demand for skilled data science and machine learning professionals has skyrocketed. Responding to this critical industry need, IIT Delhi has introduced a comprehensive Certificate Programme in Data Science and Machine Learning, commencing June 29, 2026….
