News for 'IIT'

Nilekani donates Rs 315 cr to alma mater IIT-Bombay

Nilekani donates Rs 315 cr to alma mater IIT-Bombay

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Nandan Nilekani, co-founder and chairman of Infosys and the founding chairman of UIDAI, has donated Rs 315 crore to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

'In IIT, most faculty members have a bias against SC/ST students.' 'SC/ST and OBC students have no idea whom to approach for support.'

Half CA 2 Review: Relatable Drama

Half CA 2 Review: Relatable Drama

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Where Half CA 2 scores is in making the audiences care for the characters to the extent that one holds their breath when the results are declared, Deepa Gahlot notes.

Want To Study AI Abroad?

Want To Study AI Abroad?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'For tech fields like AI-DS, the US, Canada, UK, Germany and Australia are popular due to strong research and industry links', says rediffGURU Dr Karan Gupta.

Have a question about IIT-Madras?

Have a question about IIT-Madras?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Askiitm.com allows anyone to ask a question related to the institute, which will be answered within 48 hours by a group of alumni and student-volunteers.

IIT-Madras student dies by suicide, another survives

IIT-Madras student dies by suicide, another survives

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The 22-year-old student from Maharashtra, pursuing MS in electrical engineering at the institute was found hanging in his hostel room on the campus of IIT-Madras.

Ozone pollution poses major threat to India's staple foods

Ozone pollution poses major threat to India's staple foods

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A new study by IIT-Kharagpur warns that ozone pollution could significantly reduce agricultural yields in India, particularly impacting wheat, rice, and maize production. The study, published in the journal 'Environmental Research', highlights the vulnerability of major food crops to rising surface ozone levels, especially in the Indo-Gangetic Plain and Central India. The researchers call for effective emission reduction strategies to mitigate these risks and ensure global food security.

World's first on-site 3D-printed bunker built in Leh for military use

World's first on-site 3D-printed bunker built in Leh for military use

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

A Hyderabad-based deep-tech startup, Simpliforge Creations, has built the world's first on-site 3D-printed bunker in Leh for military use with the help of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad. The project, called "Prabal," is a significant advancement in construction technology, allowing for the rapid deployment of military infrastructure in remote and challenging environments.

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

War with Pak didn't end on May 10: Army chief on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

So, when to start, when to stop, how much to apply in terms of time, space and resources, and how much, what is the definition of calibrated action, all these things were something "we kept discussing at every time," Gen Dwivedi recalled.

'Potential Threats To India's Security From Saudi-Pak Pact Are Serious, But Manageable'

'Potential Threats To India's Security From Saudi-Pak Pact Are Serious, But Manageable'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'Saudi-Pak defence pact is to anchor the defence and security of Saudi Arabia and not Pakistan, per se, with Islamabad being the junior partner.'

IIT-Madras is India's Top University

IIT-Madras is India's Top University

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Seven Indian Institutes of Technology -- IIT-Madras, IIT-Bombay, IIT-Delhi, IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Kharagpur, IIT-Roorkee and IIT-Guwahati -- figured in the top 10 in the overall rankings.

'It's Becoming Very Difficult To Deal With America'

'It's Becoming Very Difficult To Deal With America'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'New announcements are made every day which brings tremendous amount of instability and uncertainty.' 'Relying on America has become a big problem.'

IIT-JEE Main 2025 Tips: Don't Risk Negative Marking

IIT-JEE Main 2025 Tips: Don't Risk Negative Marking

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Start with your strongest subject. This will give you an edge. Don't risk negative marking with blind guesses, advises rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

Badminton braces for crisis due to China's duck decline

Badminton braces for crisis due to China's duck decline

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'The supply of feathers has dropped and costs have escalated sharply.'

'My Son Doesn't Want To Come Back To India'

'My Son Doesn't Want To Come Back To India'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'Techies who did a master's there and moved to US companies look down on Indian companies who they consider as just doing body shopping.'

'India Is Critical Hub For GlobalLogic's Operations'

'India Is Critical Hub For GlobalLogic's Operations'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

'The scale and depth of talent here plays a central role in core software product engineering for some of the biggest brands in tech.'

Don't ask for personal info, say IIT-B's anti-discrimination guidelines

Don't ask for personal info, say IIT-B's anti-discrimination guidelines

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay (IIT-B) has issued guidelines urging students to desist from asking fellow students for details that might reveal their caste and instead encouraged them to bond over commonalities like sports, music and movies.

IIT-Delhi student hangs self in hostel room, no suicide note found

IIT-Delhi student hangs self in hostel room, no suicide note found

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Ayush Ashna had just appeared in his final-year exams, they said.

IIT aspirant in Kota turns arms supplier, arrested

IIT aspirant in Kota turns arms supplier, arrested

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Bhola Kaushika came to Kota as a 17-year-old with a dream in his eyes to become an engineer. Instead, he became an outlaw.

'AI Can Improve The Lives Of Millions Of Indians'

'AI Can Improve The Lives Of Millions Of Indians'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'We're already seeing signs of superhuman capability.'

Cloudburst behind Uttarkashi flash floods? Experts differ

Cloudburst behind Uttarkashi flash floods? Experts differ

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Experts question whether a cloudburst caused the recent flash flood in Uttarkashi, India, citing insufficient rainfall and other potential factors like ice chunks, rockfalls, or landslides.

IIT-Bombay inspires other IITs to move classes online

IIT-Bombay inspires other IITs to move classes online

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

After IIT-Bombay, IITs at Madras, Kanpur and Kharagpur are evaluating options to move some or most of their courses online.

'There Are Days When I Feel Defeated'

'There Are Days When I Feel Defeated'

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'I talk to college friends who are not in the creative industry. They are running start-ups and companies.' 'They're going through similar things. There is a lot of competition and stress for people.'

'BTech From IIT-K. Yet To Get A Job'

'BTech From IIT-K. Yet To Get A Job'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Connect with professionals in your field through LinkedIn, industry events and workshops. Attend job fairs, conferences and meetups to expand your network. Apply for internships or short-term projects to gain practical experience, suggests rediffGURU Aasif Ahmed Khan.

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) said on Monday that it had raised the highest-ever corpus of annual funds for the institution, garnering Rs 231 crore from alumni, industry and individual donors for 2022-23 (FY23). Its funding increased 76 per cent year-on-year (YoY) compared to Rs 131 crore in FY22, according to data shared by the institute. The number of donors contributing more than Rs 1 crore increased 64 per cent YoY.

Discipline key in IIT admissions, says HC, denies teen's plea for relief

Discipline key in IIT admissions, says HC, denies teen's plea for relief

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The petitioner sought a direction from the court for his registration form to be accepted and to permit him to appear for JEE-Advanced scheduled to be held on June 4.

IIT-Bombay rejects caste bias in student's suicide, says probe underway

IIT-Bombay rejects caste bias in student's suicide, says probe underway

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

IIT-B's rebuttal comes a day after Ambedkar Periyar Phule Study Circle, a student group, called Solanki's death an "institutional murder".

Top Competitive Exams After Class 12

Top Competitive Exams After Class 12

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

rediffGURU Nayagam PP, career counsellor and the founder of EduJob360, counsels students and aspiring professionals about how they can make the right career decision.

India's Space Manufacturing Boom

India's Space Manufacturing Boom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The $1.2 billion in-space manufacturing market is expected to grow and be worth more than $20 billion by 2033.

IIT-B students move police against prof for pro-Palestinian talk

IIT-B students move police against prof for pro-Palestinian talk

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Students of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have lodged a police complaint against a professor and a guest speaker for allegedly speaking in support of Palestinian militants during a virtual lecture, an official said on Friday.

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

The Future Belongs To Thinkers And Communicators

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'For 40 years, India valued only technical skills. IITs, coding -- that became everything.' 'Soft skills were sidelined. But those are the skills that will keep you employable now, not technical skills.'

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

According to the Department of Pharmaceuticals' annual report for 2024-25, India imported medical devices worth $8.1 billion, while exports stood at $3.7 billion in the financial year 2023-24 (FY24)

Yet another IIT Madras student dies by suicide, cops suspect love affair

Yet another IIT Madras student dies by suicide, cops suspect love affair

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The student was found hanging in his hostel room on the campus, a police officer said and added a case has been registered and a probe is on.

'Ask a Pakistani...': Army chief mocks Asim Munir's promotion

'Ask a Pakistani...': Army chief mocks Asim Munir's promotion

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi asserted that Operation Sindoor was unlike any conventional mission and that it was akin to playing a game of chess as 'we did not know' what would be the enemy's next move.

Who Is CDS Shaking Hands With?

Who Is CDS Shaking Hands With?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

On Friday, March 28, 2025, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, inaugurated Techkriti 2025, Asia's largest intercollegiate technical and entrepreneurial festival, at IIT Kanpur.

Mumbai Airport's T1 To Be Demolished In October

Mumbai Airport's T1 To Be Demolished In October

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Reconstruction of the terminal is expected to be completed by September 2028.

Govt To Target Coaching Centres

Govt To Target Coaching Centres

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

The panel will examine the reasons behind the emergence of dummy schools and their role in encouraging full-time coaching at the cost of formal schooling, and will suggest ways to mitigate the issue.

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Lightning claims more lives in India annually than any other extreme weather event. Between April and July this year alone, 1,621 people died due to lightning strikes.

'This Wasn't A Cloudburst...'

'This Wasn't A Cloudburst...'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'The lakes up there were already at the brink due to accumulated rainwater, and then snowmelt occurred.' 'When one lake breached, it triggered a cascading effect -- other lakes breached subsequently.'

More institutes scrap MoUs with Turkiye, Azerbaijan; jewellers join protest

More institutes scrap MoUs with Turkiye, Azerbaijan; jewellers join protest

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The move came against the backdrop of Turkiye backing Pakistan and its condemnation of India's strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under Operation Sindoor.