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IIT Kharagpur Opens Texas AI Centre for Research & Industry

IIT Kharagpur has launched a dedicated Texas AI Learning Centre aimed at advancing artificial intelligence skills, academic research, and practical industry solutions for students and professionals.

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IIT Delhi Classes Cancelled After Student Death Sparks Protest

Students at IIT Delhi suspended academic activities and demanded a transparent investigation following the death of a fellow student on campus.

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JNUSU Protests at IIT Delhi After MSc Student's Death

Students from Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union gathered outside IIT Delhi to demand accountability following the death of an MSc student at the institute.

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IIT Delhi MSc Student Dies in Campus Building Tragedy

A postgraduate student at IIT Delhi lost their life after allegedly jumping from a lecture hall building on campus, raising fresh concerns about student mental health support at premier institutions.

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IIT Kharagpur Opens Texas AI Learning Centre in Houston

IIT Kharagpur's global outreach network has established a new Artificial Intelligence learning centre in Houston, Texas, marking a significant step in the institute's international academic expansion.

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IIT Student Suicides: India's Missing Data Crisis Explained

Decades after independence, India still has no reliable, centralised count of student suicides at IITs and other premier institutions, raising urgent questions about mental health accountability in higher education.

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IIT Bombay Convocation 2025: 3,763 Degrees Awarded, PhD Count Peaks

IIT Bombay's latest convocation saw a record number of PhD degrees conferred alongside 3,763 total degrees, with the institute also announcing several new academic and research initiatives.

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IIM Bangalore & Tata Trusts Launch New UG School Together

IIM Bangalore has partnered with Tata Trusts to establish the Dorabji Tata School of Undergraduate Studies, marking a significant expansion of the premier management institute into undergraduate education.

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IIT Kharagpur Platinum Jubilee: 75 Years of Excellence Marked

India's first IIT, IIT Kharagpur, celebrated its Platinum Jubilee with a week-long series of events marking 75 years of academic and research leadership in the country.

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IIT Delhi Engineer's 1971 Sonar Mission Led to MIMO Breakthrough

An IIT Delhi engineer tasked by India in 1971 to develop an indigenous sonar system quietly laid the groundwork for MIMO technology that now powers modern wireless communications worldwide.

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IIT Kanpur Launches Cybersecurity Program for 3 Lakh Students

IIT Kanpur is set to roll out a vocational cybersecurity programme targeting over three lakh students enrolled across more than 570 affiliated colleges, marking a significant push to build digital security skills at scale.

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IIT Madras to Launch Medical School with MBBS and MD Courses

IIT Madras has proposed setting up a full-fledged medical school that would offer MBBS and MD programmes, marking a significant step towards integrating medical education with technology and engineering at one of India's premier institutions.

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IIM Bangalore BSc (Hons) 2027 Admissions Open: Apply Now

IIM Bangalore has launched admissions for its BSc (Hons) programmes for the 2027 batch, inviting applications from eligible candidates across India. Here is everything students need to know about eligibility, process, and key dates.

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IIM Bangalore BSc Data Sciences & Economics 2027 Admissions Open

IIM Bangalore has opened applications for its BSc in Data Sciences and Economics programme for the 2027 batch. Interested candidates must apply by October 15.

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IIM Bangalore UG 2026-27: Longer Exam, New Maths Rule

IIM Bangalore has revised its undergraduate admissions process for 2026-27, extending the entrance exam duration and introducing a new mathematics eligibility provision for applicants.