IIT Hyderabad Opens Registrations for Certificate Course in VLSI Chip Design in Collaboration with TCS iON

• Launch of New Program: IIT Hyderabad's Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), in collaboration with TCS iON, has launched a new online certification program titled "VLSI Chip Design."
• Industry-Aligned Initiative: The program aims to bridge the skill gap in the specialized and market- relevant Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) sector within the electronics and semiconductor industries.
• Program Start Date: The 45-hour certification program will commence on October 8, 2025, with enrolments opening soon with affordable fee.

The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) at IIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with TCS iON, announces the launch of a new industry-aligned online certification program titled "VLSI Chip Design."

This program marks a significant step in addressing the growing skill gap in the specialized and rapidly evolving domain of Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) within the electronics and semiconductor industries. Designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled professionals, the course aims to equip learners with both foundational concepts and advanced competencies essential for future-ready careers. An exclusive highlight of the program is the immersive IITH Bootcamp, which offers hands-on learning in core areas of Analog Chip Design and Digital IC Design.

The comprehensive 45-hour certification program is set to commence on October 8, 2025, with enrolments opening shortly. The program is meticulously designed to provide in-depth knowledge of Analog Chip Design and Digital IC Design. The program is led by esteemed IITH faculty members: Prof. Ashudeb Dutta (EE), Dr. C.H. Gajendranath Chaudhury (EE), Dr. Abhishek Kumar (EE), Dr. Rajesh Kedia (CSE), and Dr. Kapil Jainwal (EE).

Prof. B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad said "At IIT Hyderabad, we are committed to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry demands. The launch of this VLSI Chip Design certification program, in collaboration with TCS iON, is a step towards empowering professionals with the skills required to thrive in the fast-evolving semiconductor and electronics sectors. We believe this initiative will contribute significantly to building a strong talent pipeline for India’s growing VLSI and chip design ecosystem."

Prof. Amirtham Rajagopal, Chair of the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) at IIT Hyderabad, said, "This program reflects our commitment at CCE to delivering high-impact, application-oriented learning experiences. By integrating academic rigor with hands-on training through the IITH Bootcamp, we aim to ensure that participants not only gain deep technical knowledge but are also well-prepared to contribute effectively to the VLSI industry from day one."

For Registration and more details : VLSI Chip Design Certificate Programme by IIT Hyderabad

About TCS iON:

TCS iON is a strategic unit of Tata Consultancy Services, focused on empowering individuals and organizations with tech-led education. Leveraging its unique ‘Phygital’ platforms that blend digital and physical learning experiences, TCS iON provides multi-modal, skills-based learning for various stakeholders—including students, schools, universities, corporates, and skilling institutes. For more, visit www.tcsion.com

About CCE – IIT Hyderabad

The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) aims to conduct training programs for students, academicians, and working professionals across the country. The young and energetic faculty of IIT Hyderabad are dedicated to providing learning opportunities that contribute to the professional growth of participants. With the rapid rise in e-learning, CCE @ IIT Hyderabad continues to stay ahead by offering flexible online programs that accommodate the work schedules of busy professionals.

About IIT Hyderabad:

IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in Academics, Research, Technology development and Startups in a short span of 17 years. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), IITH has bagged at 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in the last two consecutive years, while it has maintained its rank within the top 10 Engineering Institutes ever since NIRF was launched. IITH is ranked 664 in QS World University Ranking-2026 (among top 10% of global institutions in citations per faculty) and among the top 10 Engineering Institutes in India. IITH has been striving for excellence with a motto of "Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)".

With 331+ full-time Faculty and 5,200+ Students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~ 4990+ Projects worth of Rs. 1590+ Cr of R&D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr funding in 2024-25, i.e. Rs. 1+ Cr per faculty), 12,100+ Publications, 2,25,000+ Citations, 560+ Patents (210+ Patents in 2024 and a commitment to “Patent a Day: Mission 365” for 2025 to earn 365 Patents by the end of 2025), and about 320+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr).

IIT Hyderabad, Department of Posts, and NRSC (ISRO) Collaborate to Launch DIGIPIN: A National-Scale Geospatial Addressing System for India

• Compactness: Short and efficient codes for ease of use.
• Geographic Precision: Ability to extract exact latitude and longitude coordinates.
• Inclusivity: Coverage for all parts of India, including densely populated and remote regions.
• Privacy: DIGIPIN carries no personal information.
• Future-readiness: Scalable and adaptable for future needs.

In a landmark move to revolutionize India’s addressing infrastructure, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), in collaboration with the Department of Posts and the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO, Government of India, has developed DIGIPIN – an open-source, machine-interpretable geospatial addressing system designed to provide precise and standardised digital addresses across the country.

Traditional descriptive addresses in India suffer from a lack of uniformity and machine-readability, causing inefficiencies in postal and logistics operations. DIGIPIN aims to transform this system by introducing a geo-coded, digital public infrastructure (DPI) layer for India’s physical addressing landscape.

DIGIPIN is a compact, intuitive, and human-readable geohash, capable of encoding the latitude and longitude of any point of interest in India, from urban households to remote maritime locations. The system is designed for offline usability, privacy, and robustness, making it suitable for diverse applications including e-commerce, emergency response, and public service delivery.

Dr Shashank Vatedka

 DIGIPIN is the outcome of a dedicated research effort by a team of faculty from the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad, Dr Shashank Vatedka, Prof Soumya Jana and Dr Lakshmi Prasad Natarajan, along with Tarandeep Singh, a former MTech (AI) student. Their work has produced a geohashing scheme that encapsulates geographic coordinates into short, intuitive codes, which can be extracted even offline using location-enabled devices.

Prof. Soumya Jana

Dr Lakshmi Prasad Natarajan

Prof. B S Murty, Director of IITH, expressed pride in the achievement, stating, “DIGIPIN represents a leap towards the vision of a digitally empowered India. By converting every location into a simple, verifiable, and interoperable digital code, we are laying the foundation for an address infrastructure that can scale with our nation’s growing technological and societal needs. IITH is proud to contribute to this national initiative that blends open-source innovation, geospatial intelligence, and public service and this can be considered a revolution in the field of Navigation.”

Dr. Shashank Vatedka, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, IITH, mentioned that, “DIGIPIN will provide immense convenience to Indian residents and all stakeholders by succinctly and precisely representing a physical address. For instance, it could be represented as a QR code or a barcode and printed on consignments for machine-based routing; DIGIPIN could be easily stored and communicated using digital wallets.

Dr. Lakshmi Prasad Natarajan, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, IITH, mentioned that, “The idea was to make it as easy as possible to automatically assign codes and start using DIGIPIN with as little manual intervention as possible. In many cases, finding one’s DIGIPIN would be possible using only a device with a reasonably good location service (such as a smartphone) and an app equipped with a high-resolution map.”

Dr. Soumya Jana, Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, IITH, mentioned that “The applicability of DIGIPIN could be wider, going beyond the primary use as a digitization technology for conventional addressing. They could be used in scenarios where conventional addresses are inconsistent or not available, such as emergency response services, locating public service centres/utilities such as Health camps, Aadhar enrollment offices, and so on.”

DIGIPIN is a geohashing scheme designed to have the following features:

• The length of the DIGIPIN is designed to be as small as possible in order to provide an efficient digital representation of addresses.
• It contains the geographic location of the address. It is possible to extract the latitude and longitude of the address from the DIGIPIN with low complexity. This can also be done offline.
• All points of interest to India (including maritime regions) are assigned DIGIPIN, and it is possible to assign a unique DIGIPIN to very densely populated areas.
• The format of the DIGIPIN is intuitive and human-readable. An effort was made to infuse a sense of directionality within the format of DIGIPIN.
• Ease of code assignment and usability: A crucial point of consideration was to make it as easy as possible to automatically assign codes and start using DIGIPIN with as little manual intervention as possible. In many cases, finding one’s DIGIPIN would be possible using only a device with a reasonably good location service (such as a smartphone) and an app equipped with a high-resolution map.

DIGIPIN only encodes geographical information and contains no personal details that could lead to privacy violations.

DIGIPIN is designed to be robust to future developments and changes.

IIT Hyderabad and WiSig Network’s 5G Innovations Attain Mainstream Paving the Way for 6G at 3GPP Meetings at Prague

• RAN #108, Prague (Jun 2025): Consortium backs India’s π/2-BPSK extension for stronger 5G coverage and to uplink-heavy apps (HD video, XR, on-device AI) while seeding 6G.
• From Lab to Global Standard: Developed at IIT Hyderabad in 2014 → National program → 3GPP 5G Rel-17 feature now used by operators and vendors worldwide.
• Team India + Global Allies: Led by Prof. Kiran Kuchi, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, with support from Qualcomm, Apple, Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, MediaTek, DOCOMO, AT&T, Reliance Jio, Thales, and others—backed by DoT, MeitY, DST, and TSDSI.
• Next Stop 6G: IITH & WiSig are already advancing OTFDM and Structural MIMO tech in the new 6G Study Item to power future networks and devices.

At 3GPP TSG RAN #108 in Prague, a global  consortium proposed extending India’s π/2-BPSK uplink waveform to further strengthen 5G coverage and unlock uplink-intensive services—such as high-definition video, immersive XR, and on-device AI—while paving the way for 6G.

Originating in 2014 at IIT Hyderabad as a single-institute effort, the waveform progressed into a national program with leading industry and academic partners, became a 3GPP Release 17 standard, and is now a mainstream 5G feature adopted by operators and vendors worldwide.

Prof. Kiran Kuchi, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, the driving force behind this success and founder of IIT Hyderabad spin-out WiSig Networks, remarked, “India’s coverage-enhancement technology—created with fellow Indian institutes and global collaborators including Qualcomm, Apple, Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, MediaTek, DOCOMO, AT&T, Reliance Jio, Thales, and others—has become an integral part of the global standard.”

We gratefully acknowledge the efforts of various organizations of Government of India, i.e. the Department of Telecommunications (DOT), the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Department of Science and Technology (DST), and the Standards Development Organisation, Telecommunications Standards Development Society, India (TSDSI) for their steadfast support in this regard.

Prof. B S Murty, Director of IIT Hyderabad, added, “IIT Hyderabad is committed to breakthrough research in the field of Wireless Communications that translates into globally adopted patents and products, propelling India toward Viksit Bharat.”

As the 6G era dawns, IIT Hyderabad and WiSig Networks are already advancing technologies such as the OTFDM waveform and Structural MIMO within the newly approved 6G Study Item. Together with Indian and global partners, we will continue to imagine, invent, and deliver the next generation of communication technologies, networks, and devices.

About IIT Hyderabad:

IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in Academics, Research, Technology development and Startups in a short span of 16 years. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), IITH has bagged at 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in the last two consecutive years, while it has maintained its rank within top 10 Engineering Institutes ever since NIRF was launched. IITH has been striving for excellence with a motto of "Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)".

With 325 full-time Faculty and 5,300+ Students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~ 4630 Projects worth of Rs. 1510+ Cr of R&D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr funding in 2024-25, i.e., Rs. 1+ Cr per faculty), 11,680+ Publications, 2,15,000+ Citations, 510+ Patents (210+ Patents in 2024 and a commitment to “Patent a Day: Mission 365” for 2025 to earn 365 Patents by the end of 2025), and about 260+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr).

About WiSig Networks Private Limited:

WiSig Networks, a Startup incubated at IITH, is a leading provider of wireless communications solutions, specialising in cutting-edge technologies such as Massive MIMO, 5G ORAN, NB-IoT SOC solutions, Open RAN and advanced 5G/6G technologies, played a crucial role in the integration and seamless operation of equipment throughout the trials. IIT Hyderabad's extensive indoor and outdoor facilities provided an optimal environment for comprehensive real-world wireless testing. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, WiSig is dedicated to shaping the future of Wireless connectivity. www.wisig.com

Japan's Sharp Semiconductor Innovation, IIT Hyderabad and WiSig Networks Successfully Demonstrated Advanced Beyond 5G and 6G Technologies

• The initiative represents a strong partnership between Japanese and Indian institutions, blending academic research, industrial innovation, and international cooperation to advance global 6G standards.
• SSIC exhibited its advanced SDR technology at MWC25 in Barcelona, reinforcing its role as a leader in future wireless communication platforms.
• The collaboration aims to expand in the year 2026 to support advanced applications such as Fixed Wireless Access, Mission-Critical Push-to-Talk, V2X autonomous navigation, and satellite-compatible NB-IoT smart metering.
• The trials validated the interoperability of SSIC’s customizable Software-Defined Radio (SDR) SoC User Equipment with WiSig’s Open RAN base stations, confirming high-performance wireless connectivity comparable to commercial 5G systems.

Sharp Semiconductor Innovation Corporation (SSIC), The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and WiSig Networks Private Limited (Startup incubated at IITH), have announced the successful completion of ground-breaking field demonstrations for advanced Beyond 5G (B5G) and 6G technologies. This collaboration signifies a major advancement toward Japan and India’s shared vision of a digitally connected future.

The joint demonstrations, conducted at IITH Campus in Hyderabad, India, validated the performance and interoperability of SSIC’s flexible Software-Defined Radio (SDR) System-on-Chip (SoC) User Equipment (UE) and WiSig Networks’ Open RAN (O-RAN) base stations. The experiments showcased the compatibility and effectiveness of advanced communication terminals developed by Sharp Semiconductor Innovation Corporation in Japan.

Leveraging SSIC’s state-of-the-art ASUKA SDR-Box, equipped with a versatile communication SoC designed to support future communications protocols, the trials confirmed high-quality wireless connectivity and performance comparable to existing commercial 5G SoCs.

Prof. Kiran Kuchi, Department of Electrical Engineering, IITH & founder of WiSig Networks (Startup incubated at IITH) and a prominent contributor to 5G and 6G global standards including 3GPP, emphasized the significance of the collaboration: "This initiative bridges academic excellence, industrial innovation, and international collaboration efforts, reinforcing the global partnership of India and Japan in next generation Wireless communications."

Toyofumi Horikawa from SSIC, who is a technical leader of development of the customizable SDR SoC, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership’s outcomes: "The results from tests and experiments carried out at the IITH campus demonstrate the immense potential of customizable SDR SoC platforms in accelerating the development of future wireless technologies. SSIC also exhibited its advanced SDR technology at the Mobile World Congress (MWC25) in Barcelona. In 2026, we plan to further expand this collaboration for advanced communication protocol testing."

Prof. B S Murty, Director of IITH, remarked, "This partnership underscores our commitment to fostering international collaboration and driving innovation in wireless communication technologies, placing IITH at the forefront of technological breakthroughs."

The partners intend to deepen their collaborative efforts by focusing on advanced use cases such as Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), Mission-Critical Push-to-Talk (MC-PTT), Autonomous navigation (V2X), and Smart metering applications leveraging NB-IoT technology compatible with Satellite communications.

This Indo-Japanese collaboration exemplifies the potential for international partnerships to shape global standards and drive innovation in next-generation Wireless communications.

Deeptech Co. Simpliforge with, Indian Army, Delivers World’s Highest On-Site 3D Printed Structure in Himalayan Range

In a monumental leap for defense infrastructure and construction technology, Simpliforge Creations and IIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with Indian Army represented by Arun Krishnan (who is also a PhD student at IIT-Hyderabad), have successfully delivered India’s first on-site 3D printed protective military structure at a staggering altitude of 11,000 feet above sea level in Leh under Project PRABAL.

This marks the world’s highest-ever in-situ 3D construction printing feat, accomplished under the extreme high altitude and low oxygen (HALO) conditions.

Under the guidance of Prof. K.V.L. Subramaniam of IIT-Hyderabad, Simpliforge Creations and IIT-Hyderabad Teams developed specialized 3D printing technology capable of operating under extreme environmental conditions. This innovation enabled the construction of a form-optimized protective bunker using locally sourced materials, completed over a total printing time of fourteen hours.

The PRABAL initiative showcases how homegrown technology and academic-industry collaboration can push the boundaries of construction science. The deployment of this 3D printed bunker is not only a first-of-its-kind in India but also sets the stage for rapid, on-site, deployable infrastructure in challenging terrains, further strengthening the country’s defense preparedness.

This groundbreaking project marks a convergence of engineering innovation, military utility, and the Make-in-India spirit—paving the way for future-forward infrastructure solutions.

Speaking on the occasion, Simpliforge Creations CEO Dhruv Gandhi stated "Executing this project in the high-altitude, low-oxygen environment of Ladakh was an immense operational challenge—for both our team and our machines. The Robotic printer system was set-up and commissioned in under 24 hours proving its agility & mobility. The reduced oxygen levels affected everything from power systems performance, which were delivering lower energy output than they would on normal plains, to human efficiency. The low humidity and high UV posed challenges in integrity of the built material. Despite these constraints, we were able to meet our production targets and deliver a robust structure within a record timeframe of 5 days.”

Prof KVL Subramaniam – IIT Hyderabad said, "One of the most critical aspects of this project was the development of specially engineered materials tailored to perform in extreme environmental conditions. Operating at high altitudes with low oxygen levels, low humidity and significant thermal variations required not just structural innovation, but also material science at its finest. Our team at IIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with Simpliforge Creations, designed a concrete mix that could be 3D printed on-site while offering superior mechanical performance, durability, and resilience. Before deployment, we conducted vigorous testing at IIT Hyderabad’s advanced facilities, including comprehensive studies on local sand and aggregates sourced from the region, rheology of mix. Understanding the material behaviour under simulated environmental stresses allowed us to optimize the mix design for on-site usage. This material innovation was fundamental to achieving the desired strength and structural integrity within such a challenging context."

Arun Krishnan commented, "Project Prabal was conceptualized and initiated during my M.Tech program at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad. Several teams and companies had attempted to bring 3D printed construction to the high-altitude terrain of Leh, but the extreme conditions of Ladakh proved to be a formidable challenge. It was the unmatched synergy between Simpliforge Creations and IIT Hyderabad that finally made it possible. Their technical depth, adaptability, and relentless focus on innovation enabled the successful execution of Project PRABAL. Together, we didn’t just build a structure—we proved that indigenous, cutting-edge technology can overcome even the harshest operational environments and deliver tangible impact for our armed forces. The printed structure has undergone rigorous trials."

Hari Krishna Jeedipalli, MD - Simpliforge Creations said, “we've been pushing the boundaries of additive construction since 2022—from building India’s first 3D printed bridge, to the world’s first 3D printed place of worship, and the Indian Army’s first in-situ 3D printed medical facility using locally available material. Each project has been a leap forward, and this bunker in Ladakh marks a crucial milestone in our journey towards extra-terrestrial”.

“Looking ahead, we envision commercialising this technology for remote terrain applications and extending this beyond Earth—towards space habitats on the Moon and Mars. Printing in the extreme, open conditions of Ladakh has given us vital insights and validation for operating in extra terrestrial environments. It’s more than construction—this is a stepping stone on our journey into space deep tech. added Mr Hari

CGDT of IIT Hyderabad and Goa Shipyard Ink MoU to Revolutionize Shipbuilding With AI and Digital Twin Technologies

• CGDT of IIT Hyderabad and Goa Shipyard Limited Forge Alliance to Transform Shipbuilding with AI & Digital Twin Technologies
• The collaboration will position India at the forefront of AI-driven maritime innovation.

The Centre for Geospatial AI and Digital Twins (CGDT) of IIT Hyderabad (IITH) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) have signed a ground breaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to revolutionize shipbuilding through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twin technologies. This strategic collaboration, undertaken in association with Neer Interactive Solutions Pvt Ltd and Andhra Mahila Sabha (AMS) Arts & Science College, will leverage the expertise of CGDT of IITH to enhance efficiency, security and sustainability in maritime operations.

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The partnership will drive innovation by optimizing vessel design, strengthening shipyard security, and implementing advanced 360-degree surveillance solutions powered by Geospatial AI and Object Detection AI. By integrating Generative AI and Digital Twin technologies, this initiative aims to set new global standards in India's shipbuilding sector.

Prof BS Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad emphasized the significance of safety in industrial operations, stating, “While Digital Twin technology is redefining industrial operations, yet safety remains an underexplored area. Through CGDT-IIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with Neer Interactive and Andhra Mahila Sabha, we are pioneering a holistic Geospatial AI model with 360- degree maritime security solutions. This initiative is the first of its kind in India and across Asia.”

Shri BK Upadhyay, CMD GSL expressed his happiness on the collaboration between GSL and IITH in improving maritime safety through digital technologies.

Sri Dittakavi Chakrapani, IAS (Retd.), Chairman, AMS, highlighted the urgency of safety in shipbuilding, saying, “Manufacturing and shipbuilding safety cannot be delayed. This partnership brings cutting-edge geospatial digital twin technology to industries that need it most. We commend GSL for its visionary leadership in driving this transformation.”

Sri Jai Sankar Aluru, CEO, Neer Interactive Solutions underscored the transformative impact of Digital Twin technology, noting, “Digital Twins are reshaping industrial processes, and when integrated with Geospatial AI and Object Detection AI, their impact is even more significant. At CGDT, we have cultivated an ecosystem blending expertise from law enforcement veterans, leading faculty, and top researchers to create validated, future-ready AI solutions for the maritime sector.”

A Landmark Advancement for India's Maritime Industry

Led by Prof BS Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, Shri. B.K. Upadhyay, CMD, GSL, Cmde. A. Vasudevan (Retd.), GM(TS), GSL, Sri Jai Sankar Aluru, CEO, Neer Interactive Solutions, and Sri Dittakavi Chakrapani, IAS (Retd.), Chairman, AMS, this collaboration marks a major milestone in India’s AI-driven shipbuilding journey. By integrating Geospatial AI, Digital Twin, and Industry 4.0 technologies, this alliance is set to redefine ship design, manufacturing, and security standards— positioning India at the forefront of global maritime innovation.

IIT Hyderabad and Marvell Launches World's First Data Acceleration and Offload Research Facility at IIT Hyderabad

• The facility aims to provide access to Marvell’s DPUs, switches, CXL processors, and NICs, accelerating advancements in AI, Networking, and Security.
• Research shows up to one-third of AI/ML processing time is spent waiting for network access—this initiative aims to tackle that inefficiency.

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has inaugurated the Marvell® Data Acceleration and Offload Research Facility at IITH in collaboration with Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL), a leader in data infrastructure Semiconductor solutions. This pioneering center is dedicated to advancing Network, Storage, and Security technologies, aiming to enhance the performance of accelerated data infrastructure.

The Marvell Data Acceleration and Offload Research Facility, the first of its kind globally, offers students, researchers, and industry professionals access to state-of-the-art Marvell technologies. These include Data Processor Units (DPUs), Switches, Compute Express Link (CXL) Processors, and Network Interface controllers (NICs). These resources are essential for accelerating Data security, Movement, Management, and processing across AI clusters, Cloud environments, and Networks. Industry research indicates that up to one-third of AI/ML processing time is spent waiting for network access and this initiative aims to tackle that inefficiency. A key feature of the facility is the availability of Marvell’s comprehensive software solution frameworks, optimized for developing solutions that leverage Integrated packet processing, Cryptography, and AI/ML accelerators within Marvell silicon.

The establishment of the Marvell Data Acceleration and Offload Research Facility follows the successful MLNetSec Workshop co-hosted by IITH and Marvell at the 26th International Conference on Distributed Computing and Networking (ICDCN) earlier this year. The workshop addressed key challenges in AI, Networking, and Cryptography, underscoring the importance of accelerated compute solutions in both academic and industrial research.

IITH and Marvell are committed to ongoing collaboration through joint courses, hands- on training, and research initiatives leveraging the facility's advanced infrastructure. Plans include hosting specialized workshops, conferences, and training sessions to foster innovation and empower future tech leaders in developing solutions for the evolving landscape of data infrastructure.

Prof. BS Murty, Director, IITH congratulated the team and emphasized that this partnership aligns with IITH's commitment to advancing technological research and education, positioning the institute at the forefront of accelerated infrastructure development.

Cary Ussery, Senior Vice President at Marvell, emphasized the significance of this collaboration: "The partnership between Marvell and IIT Hyderabad exemplifies the impact of academia-industry collaboration. By providing access to cutting-edge technologies, this initiative accelerates advancements in AI, Networking, and Storage, empowering the next generation of tech leaders to drive breakthroughs in data infrastructure."

Prasun Kapoor, Associate Vice President of Custom Compute and Storage at Marvell, added: "As cloud and AI infrastructure grow in complexity and scale, the need for innovation in technologies managing data flow between Servers, Processors, and Devices becomes paramount. Technologies such as DPUs, NICs, and interconnects will play a significant role in the evolution of AI. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with IIT Hyderabad and witnessing the outcomes of this initiative."

Prof. Antony Franklin, Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IITH, highlighted the facility's potential: "This research facility enables our students and researchers to engage with advanced technologies. It also establishes a platform for interdisciplinary research in emerging fields like AI/ML, Accelerated computing, Advanced encryption algorithms, and Network acceleration, paving the way for the next generation of technological innovation."

Dr. Praveen Tammana, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IITH, noted: "The research facility will enable Marvell and IITH to conduct cutting-edge research and bridge the skill gap at the intersection of AI, Systems, Security, and Networks."

About Marvell:

To deliver the data infrastructure technology that connects the world, they’re building solutions on the most powerful foundation: their partnerships with their customers. Trusted by the world’s leading technology companies for over 25 years, they move, store, process and secure the world’s data with Semiconductor solutions designed for their customers’ current needs and future ambitions. Through a process of deep collaboration and transparency, they’re ultimately changing the way tomorrow’s enterprise, cloud, automotive, and carrier architectures transform—for the better.

About IIT Hyderabad:

IITH, established in 2008, as one of the second Generation IITs, has reached a respectable position in both academics, research, technology development and startups in the short span of 16 years. In the Indian National Ranking (NIRF), IITH is placed 3rd in Innovation (for both 2023 & 2024) and 8th among Engineering institutes in India (since 2019, except 2022).

It has 325+ full-time faculty, 5,350+ students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%). The institute has a strong research focus with Rs. 1400+ Cr of R&D funding (Rs. 250 Cr funding in 2023- 24), 11,500+ publications, 460+ Patents (210 patents in 2024), and about 260+ startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr). Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for the latest updates.

L&T Technology Services and IIT Hyderabad Collaborate to Drive Advancements in ADAS and C2VX Communication

L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS) and the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) have announced a strategic partnership to drive advancements in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C2VX) communication. This collaboration is aimed at fostering industry and academia advancement in these domains, which are crucial for the development of autonomous vehicles and connected vehicle ecosystems.

The partnership will focus on research and application of ADAS and C2VX technologies, with a particular emphasis on elevating road safety, efficiency, and the overall driving experience. It seeks to harness the combined expertise of both entities to drive innovation and bring about transformative developments in connected vehicle ecosystems.

ADAS technologies are designed to automate, adapt, and enhance vehicle systems for safety and better driving. They include features such as collision avoidance, lane departure warning, pedestrian detection, and adaptive cruise control². On the other hand, C2VX communication is a key component of the intelligent transportation system, enabling vehicles to communicate with each other and everything around them for enhanced road safety and autonomous driving.

This partnership represents a significant leap in the automotive landscape by bringing cutting-edge technologies across these domains. It provides an opportunity for students at IIT Hyderabad to immerse in real-world industry projects, equipping them with practical experience and expertise in developing pioneering solutions within the ADAS and C2VX domains.

Dr. Rajalakshmi P, Professor and Head of Department (Electrical Engineering) at IIT Hyderabad, expressed confidence that the partnership will provide invaluable exposure to cutting-edge technologies, preparing students to excel in shaping a safer and more intelligent mobility industry[^10^]. Alind Saxena, Executive Director & President – Mobility & Tech at L&T Technology Services, also highlighted LTTS's successful track record of offering high-end engineering solutions to global automotive OEMs and the aim to pioneer transformative solutions that will elevate the safety and efficiency standards of connected vehicles.

iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad Partners with Hexagon to Open Up Precision Center Metrology Lab

iTIC Incubator recently signed an MoU with Hexagon Capability Center India to establish Precision Centre Metrology Lab.

The Lab will cater to prototyping and part fabrication requirements while offering skill development courses designed to empower and equip budding entrepreneurs.

iTIC Incubator, a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) situated at IIT Hyderabad (IITH), recently signed an MoU with Hexagon Capability Center India (Hexagon’s R&D Center in India), the single largest R&D hub of the technology major Hexagon AB. The Precision Lab aims to provide access to precision measurement tools and upskilling courses for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and startups.

As part of this partnership, Hexagon has set up a Precision Center Metrology Lab at iTIC Incubator, IITH campus. This facility will serve as a platform, enabling students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and startups to gain invaluable hands-on experience under the guidance of Hexagon's subject matter experts. The centrepiece of this lab will be the Precision Coordinate Measurement Machine, which is a high-precision instrument designed to elevate the standards of inspection capabilities.

The Precision Center Metrology Lab is set to be a game-changer, particularly for startups and organizations incubated at IITH. It will cater to their prototyping and part fabrication requirements while offering skill development courses designed to empower and equip these budding entrepreneurs. The cutting-edge machinery will also be instrumental in reverse engineering activities for research purposes.

The lab's resources will not be limited to just the academic community; it will also be accessible to external startups and organizations, promoting a collaborative environment where innovation and progress are boundless.

Hexagon has been steadfast in its commitment to fostering educational excellence. Over the years, it has consistently contributed to enhancing educational infrastructure, providing training programs, and developing facilities through partnerships with academic institutions, colleges, universities, and government agencies.

Expressing his joy at the start of this Lab, Prof B S Murty, Director IITH, commented, “Providing the necessary facilities to the aspiring entrepreneurs and startups to take their idea from Lab to Market is one of the key priorities of IITH and Academia-Industry collaboration is a crucial part of it. We hope that this facility at iTIC incubator will act as a catalyst for more such collaborations to come.’’

Commenting on the launch, Mr Navaneet Mishra, Senior Vice President and Head of Hexagon’s R&D Center India, said, “India has a thriving market in hardware manufacturing that often doesn’t get as much visibility as software does. Engineers need smart ways to test ideas, prototype faster, and do better inspections. With this Lab, we will power their passion with our technology and expertise. When more engineers gain easy access to cutting-edge technologies, devices and methodologies, they will build products that are faster to market with world-class quality. Hexagon’s partnership with iTIC, IIT Hyderabad will enable a broader impact in the overall ecosystem."

About iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad:

iTIC is a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) under the aegis of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. iTIC is a Not-For-Profit Society that focuses on creating a supportive and nourishing environment for budding entrepreneurs in the field of technology. The focus areas of the iTIC incubator are deep tech sectors such as Healthcare, AI/ML, Quantum Computing, AR/VR, Cybersecurity, Robotics, IoT, Industry 4.0, Blockchain, Electronics, Advanced materials, Drones, Biotechnology, etc. iTIC aims to help entrepreneurs leverage a premier quality research and startup ecosystem with the goal of building a comprehensive platform to practice innovation and entrepreneurship so that these entrepreneurial ideas can be turned into sustainable, scalable, profit-making business ventures. iTIC provides support to startups such as Mentoring, Financial Aid, IP Support, Networking, and access to Dedicated office/ Coworking space, Software, IITH Technological Infrastructure, and Makerlab. Since its inception in 2015, iTIC has supported 130+ startups through Pre-incubation, Incubation, and Acceleration programs and has directly sanctioned more than INR 8 crores to startups. So far, the iTIC startups have generated over INR 1200 crores of revenues and created 1000+ jobs.

To know more, please visit https://itic.iith.ac.in

About HCCI:

Hexagon’s R&D Center in India Hexagon’s R&D Center in India is the single largest R&D hub for the company globally. Over 2,000 talented engineers and developers create innovation from this center that powers Hexagon's products and solutions.

It was established with Hexagon’s acquisition of Intergraph, the first IT MNC in Hyderabad and has now grown to deliver innovations and create solutions for all business lines of Hexagon, including Asset Lifecycle Intelligence, Safety Infrastructure, and Geospatial, Geosystems, Mining, Manufacturing Intelligence and Autonomous Solutions. It also hosts a few dedicated services teams for global implementation of Hexagon's products.

To know more, please visit https://www.hexagon-cci.com

About IIT Hyderabad:

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become one of the top-ranked institutions in the country and has received global recognition. It has 300+ full-time faculty, 4,800+ students, 18 Departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 300+ state-of-the-art Research Facilities, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs 900+ crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 9500+ research publications with 1,42,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 3,700+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 135+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 1200+ Cr. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Koo, and YouTube for the latest updates.

UFIS Highlights:

• Envisions a future where urban flooding is a manageable challenge for the city of Hyderabad.
• Proposes an end-to-end flood information system integrating meteorology, hydrology and stakeholder-relevant aspects.
• Efforts have been made to understand the climatological aspects of rainfall and flood drivers, as well as the utilization of different types of rainfall products.
• Introduces data collection platforms with an emphasis on citizen's involvement via SnapFlood™ and Twitter (SnapFlood)™.
• Releases VarshaMitra, a mascot, illustrating the data collection aspect.

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) are embarking on an innovative journey to address the longstanding challenge of urban flooding in Hyderabad. The team, led by Dr Satish Kumar Regonda, is developing an Urban Flood Information System (UFIS) to minimize the effects of floods in the city of Hyderabad. The focus in setting up UFIS is the collection of flood-relevant data, understanding of the collected data, employing modeling techniques to simulate as well as forecast rainfall amounts, flood depths and its extent, and development of products as per the needs of policymakers and stakeholders. The absence of key input data, for example, rainfall at finer intervals, flood flow measurements, etc., hinders flood modelling efforts. Therefore, one of the preliminary tasks for setting a reliable UFIS is to have a medium through which flood-related data can be collected. In this regard, SnapFlood™ was envisioned to provide a platform for the citizens to provide flood-relevant information data, which may become an integral part of the UFIS data in the future. Efforts are also directed to social media platforms such as Twitter to yield flood information. In fact, one of the first works for the city of Hyderabad, which used the Twitter platform to identify flood hotspots, was presented at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) conference in the year 2021.

Research scholars from Dr Satish's research group, Rainfall-runoff Analysis modeling and Forecasting Tools (RAFT) have worked in multiple dimensions to address the aspect of urban floods in Hyderabad. Mohammed Azharuddin focused on climatological aspects of rainfall and understanding of weather patterns that bring rain to Hyderabad. Ponukumati Padmini examined alternate rainfall products for their utility in flood-relevant applications for the city of Hyderabad. Many works are in the pipeline, including weather, hydrology and hydraulic modeling at an urban scale, as well as real-time flood information dissemination through social media platforms. Further, as the UFIS project gains momentum, efforts are extended to developing different components of the UFIS. Thus, the research efforts are dedicated to improving the city's resilience to floods and ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents. This research exemplifies the institution's commitment to innovation and societal impact.

Complementing the team efforts, Prof B S Murty, Director IITH, said, "The UFIS project is a testament to our commitment to address real-world challenges through cutting-edge research. By bringing together experts from various domains and collaborating with government agencies, we aim to create a transformative solution that will benefit not only Hyderabad but also serve as a model for other flood-prone cities in the country."

Elaborating on the aim of the study, Dr Satish Kumar Regonda, Lead Researcher and Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering & Climate Change, IITH, said, "As a child, I used to like rain, and when it rains a significant amount, no school on that day, who does not like it? I do like rain now, too, and I do realize that its consequences are huge, particularly when it rains heavily. Rain that brings floods puts the city at a standstill, causing damages of different types, including human losses. This highlights the need to develop systems such as UFIS, which makes cities to be flood resilient via integrating meteorological, hydrological and stakeholders’ relevant aspects and develops products which may enhance flood awareness."

Video Abstract:

 

Salient Features of the Research:

• Weather Forecasting and Stakeholder Collaboration: The UFIS project is a multifaceted effort that aims at the collection of flood-relevant data, understanding of the collected data, employing of modeling techniques to simulate as well as forecast rainfall amounts, flood depths and its extent, and development of products as per the needs of policymakers and stakeholders. In this regard, RAFT emphasizes the involvement of citizens in data collection and collaborations with various academic institutes, organizations, and agencies¹. as they are critical to building a robust system to provide reliable and accurate rain- and flood-related information.
• Towards a Resilient City: The UFIS's goal is to provide reliable and accurate rain and flood forecasts and then deliver flood-relevant information in advance at different locations within the city. This proactive approach aims to empower stakeholders to make informed decisions and enhance the city's resilience to floods. By harnessing modeling techniques, including that work in data-scarce environments and collaborating with government agencies, IITH envisions a future where urban flooding becomes a more manageable challenge.

Published and Presented works:

• Mohammed, A., S. K. Regonda and N.R. Kopparthi, Climatological features of high temporal resolution rainfall over the Hyderabad city, India, Urban Climate, 42, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.uclim.2022.101118.
• Ponukumati, P., A. Mohammed, and S. Regonda, 2023: Insights on Satellite-Based IMERG Precipitation Estimates at Multiple Space and Time Scales for a Developing Urban Region in India. J. Hydrometeor., 24, 977–996, https://doi.org/10.1175/JHM-D-22-0160.1.
• Mohammed, A., & Regonda, S. K. (2023). Synoptic circulation patterns of urban floods for the city of Hyderabad. International Journal of Climatology, 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1002/joc.8250.
• Ponukumati, P., Azharuddin, M. and Regonda, S., 2021, December. Urban Flood Vulnerability Mapping using Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) for the city of Hyderabad, India. In AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts (Vol. 2021, pp. H35ZC-10). https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/2021AGUFM.H35ZC.10P/abstract

¹Abbreviations: Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and its divisions such as Enforcement Vigilance and Disaster Management (EVDM) wing, Indian Meteorology Department (IMD) Hyderabad, Telangana State Development Planning Society (TSDPS), Telangana State Irrigation Department, Central Water Commission (CWC), National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), National Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMWRF) and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) 

iTIC Incubator, IIT Hyderabad and US based DeepTech Accelerator H4XLabs Jointly Launch Accelerator Under INDUS-X

• Initiative part of INDUS-X innovation bridge aimed at linking Indian and United States defence ecosystems.
• Accelerator focuses on equipping defence startups to expand and navigate to the US defence markets.
• Collaboration between iTIC Incubator and H4XLabs to provide tailored go-to-market strategies and access to investors and defence stakeholders.

INDUS-X (India-U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem) is an initiative to build a defence innovation bridge by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), the Ministry of Defence, and the US Department of Defence (DoD). A collaboration agenda under INDUS-X includes an accelerator program for defence start-ups to be steered by iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad and H4XLabs. Acting over the same, a workshop was organised by iTIC and H4X to initiate the INDO-US CrossLinX accelerator program.

The CrossLinX accelerator would prepare Indian defence startups to expand to the US markets. Once the startups are ready, they would embark on a trip to the US for 7-10 days to engage with government officials, investors, defence contractors, and stakeholders. At the program's culmination, startups would showcase their products as part of Demo Day in India.

Team iTIC-IITH & H4X Labs during INDUS-X Accelerator launch event at Hyderabad

The launch event included a series of sessions on the US defence landscape by experts from diverse domains. The event saw the participation of various defence startups and MSMEs from across India. Other dignitaries witnessing the event included D. Alan Johnson (Lt Col-United States Air Force, Director-Defense Cooperation in Armaments DCA, U.S. Embassy, New Delhi), Jonathan Mangrum (Policy Advisor for South Asia, OSD - OUSD Policy- Indo Pacific Security Affairs), ecosystem partner EriK Azulay (Director and Founder-ACIR), Capt. Roy Joseph, Program Director, iDEX) and team from iDEX.

Conveying his best wishes for the success of the Accelerator, Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH, “We are confident about the blooming strategic cooperation between India and the US through various initiatives like iCET and INDUS-X and assure the support of IITH to such initiatives.”

At the launch event, Prof Suryakumar S, Dean ITS, IITH, said, “The Joint Accelerator Program is a testament to the collaborative spirit of INDUS-X and we hope that it will galvanise the Indian startups for a global presence”.

Capt. Roy Joseph talked about INDUS-X and the opportunities for startups under the Indo-US collaboration agenda. He also gave an overview of iDEX.

About iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad:

iTIC is a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) under the aegis of Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. iTIC is a Not-For-Profit Society that focuses on creating a supportive and nourishing environment for budding entrepreneurs in the field of technology. The focus areas of iTIC incubator are deep tech sectors such as Healthcare, AI/ML, Quantum Computing, AR/VR, Cybersecurity, Robotics, IOT, Industry 4.0, Blockchain, Electronics, Advanced materials, Drones, Biotechnology, etc. iTIC aims to help entrepreneurs leverage a premier quality research and startup ecosystem with the goal of building a comprehensive platform to practice innovation and entrepreneurship so that these entrepreneurial ideas can be turned into sustainable, scalable, profit-making business ventures. iTIC provides support to startups such as Mentoring, Financial Aid, IP Support, Networking, and access to Dedicated office/ Coworking space, Software, IITH Technological Infrastructure, and Makerlab. Since its inception in 2015, iTIC has supported 130+ startups through Pre-incubation, Incubation, and Acceleration programs and has directly sanctioned more than INR 8 crores to startups. So far, the iTIC startups have generated over INR 1200 crores of revenues and created 1000+ jobs.

To know more, please visit https://itic.iith.ac.in

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become one of the top-ranked institutions in the country and has received global recognition. It has 300+ full-time faculty, ~4,800 students, 18 Departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 500+ state-of-the-art Research Facilities, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs 900+ crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 9200+ research publications with 1,35,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 2,200+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 135+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 1200+ Cr. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Koo, and YouTube for the latest updates.

IIT Hyderabad and Kathmandu Varsity Launch Joint Doctoral Program

Prof Thapa (KU) & Prof Murty (IITH) during MoU signing ceremony at KU, Nepal

IIT Hyderabad and KU will jointly offer PhD to selected students.

IIT Hyderabad will host 10 BTech students from KU in their final year (4th year).

In an important development for internationalization, IIT Hyderabad (IITH) and Kathmandu University (KU) agreed to offer Joint Doctoral Programme (JDP) at the PhD level in all areas of research. Many more decisions to strengthen the ties between the two Institutes were taken during the recent visit of the IITH delegation to KU.

Under this JDP program, bright and motivated students from India and Nepal will have the opportunity to work on frontier areas of science, technology & design, and medical innovations. The students admitted to the JDP at KU will have an opportunity to spend up to one year at IITH, supported by an IITH scholarship during their stay at IITH and vice versa. This association is aimed at developing successful academic and research collaborations in the areas of common interest and complementary capabilities. It seeks to harness the synergy at both institutions to propel excellent research.

Further, IITH will host 10 BTech students from KU in the final year (4th year) from the August 2023 cycle with an aim to provide much-needed research exposure among undergraduate students. IITH also agreed to host undergraduate students from KU for a short research internship.

To take the mutual academic and research collaboration to newer heights, both Institutes also agreed to exchange their faculty to work collaboratively on the grand challenges which are common to both countries. Both Institutes agreed to further foster their ongoing collaboration, especially in the area of Medical Technology, Yoga and Heritage Science.

Voicing his pleasure at JDP by IITH and KU, Prof Bhola Thapa, Vice-Chancellor, KU said, “There are lots of opportunities for both the Institutes KU and IITH to work jointly to promote faculty exchanges, joint research programs, and international internships. Together we can do much more for us. Let’s march together to become Vishwaguru.”.

Enumerating the program’s merits with KU, Prof. B. S. Murty, Director, IITH, said, “The Joint Doctoral Program with Deakin & SUT Australia and NTHU Taiwan highlight IITH's commitment to global collaboration and academic excellence. Signing the JDP MoU with KU, Nepal showcases the potential for fostering regional development and empowering students as catalysts of positive change as we collaboratively Invent & Innovate in Technology for Humanity for which IITH stands for.”

The program was launched with a signing of the agreement (MoU) at KU, Nepal, by Prof Bhola Thapa (Vice-Chancellor, KU) and Prof B S Murty (Director, IITH) last month in the presence of Prof Manish Pokharel (Dean of School of Engineering), Prof Dr Manoj Humagain (Dean of School of Medical Sciences), Prof Janardan Lamichhane (Dean of School of Science), Associate Deans of the Schools, Heads of the various Departments, Dr V Natraj Prasad (Director of College of Medical Sciences), Prof Tarun K Panda (Dean - International Relations, IITH), Prof Saptarshi Majumdar (Dean - Academics, IITH), and Prof Chandra Shekhar Sharma (Dean - Sponsored Research and Consultancy, IITH) along with other officials from KU.

About Kathmandu University

Kathmandu University (KU) is an autonomous, not-for-profit, self-funding public institution established by an Act of Parliament in December 1991. It is an institution of higher learning dedicated to maintaining the standard of academic excellence in various classical and professional disciplines. The mission statement of the University is “to provide quality education for leadership”. At present, the University offers more than 200 long-term and short-term academic programs and courses from intermediate to PhD levels. As of June 2023, the University has produced 41,275 graduates. KU runs academic programs, most of which are credited for being introduced for the first time in the country. Business Administration, Pharmacy, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Human Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Development Studies, Social Work, Technical Education, Media Studies, Civil Engineering with Specialization in Hydropower, Landscape Management and Heritage studies, Doctor of Medicine (DM) in Gastroenterology, DM in Neurology and MS by Research in Glaciology count among the pioneering programs in Nepal.

To know more, visit https://ku.edu.np/

About IIT Hyderabad:

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become one of the top-ranked institutions in the country and has received global recognition. It has 300+ full-time faculty, ~4,200 students, 18 Departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 500+ state-of-the-art Research Facilities, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs 900+ crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 9200+ research publications with 1,35,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 2,200+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 130+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 1200+ Cr. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Koo, and YouTube for the latest updates.

IIT Hyderabad Researchers Help Find Evidence for the Humming of the Universe by Low Frequency Gravitational Waves

• IITH researchers, as part of the Indian Pulsar Timing Array (InPTA) consortium, find evidence for ultra-low frequency gravitational waves
• The results could not have been possible without the NSM (National Supercomputing Mission) facility Param Seva installed at IIT Hyderabad
• Such waves are expected to originate from a large number of dancing monster black hole pairs more than a million times more massive than the Sun.
• Link to papers: https://doi.org/10.1051/0004-6361/202346844 and https://doi.org/10.1051/0004-6361/202346842

A team of researchers from IIT Hyderabad (IITH) are part of an international team of astronomers from India, Japan, and Europe has published results from monitoring pulsars, nature’s best clocks, using six of the World's most sensitive radio telescopes, including India’s largest telescope uGMRT. These results provide a hint of evidence for the relentless vibrations of the fabric of the universe, caused by ultra-low frequency gravitational waves. Such waves are expected to originate from a large number of dancing monster black hole pairs, crores of times heavier than our Sun. The team’s results are a crucial milestone in opening a new, astrophysically-rich window in the gravitational wave spectrum.

Representative image

Such dancing monster Black Hole pairs, expected to lurk in the centres of colliding galaxies, create ripples in the fabric of our cosmos, and astronomers call them nano-hertz gravitational waves as their wavelengths can be many lakhs of crores of kilometres. The relentless cacophony of gravitational waves from a large number of supermassive black hole pairs creates a persistent humming of our universe. The team, consisting of members of the European Pulsar Timing Array (EPTA) and Indian Pulsar Timing Array (InPTA) consortia, published their results in two papers in the Astronomy and Astrophysics journal, and their results hint at the presence of such gravitational waves in their data set. These results include an analysis of pulsar data collected over 25 years with six of the world’s largest radio telescopes.

The IITH team which took part in this discovery consists of Dr Shantanu Desai, faculty in the Department of Physics and Department of AI, Mr Aman Srivastava, Physics PhD student, Mr Divyansh Kharbanda (2023 BTech graduate in Engineering Physics), Ms Swetha Arumugam (rising BTech senior in EE). Another B Tech student in EE, Ms Pragna Mamdipaka, is also part of InPTA and is playing an active role in ongoing InPTA efforts. IITH has been part of InPTA since 2018, and some of the past InPTA students from IITH are pursuing higher studies in Astrophysics and related industries.

Emphasizing the importance of this result and IITH’s contribution, Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH, said, “Congratulations to the InPTA collaboration and the IITH team involved in this discovery. I am delighted that the state-of-the-art NSM Param Seva computing facility at IITH has helped to create these path-breaking results. This achievement also underscores the power of collaboration in attaining scientific benchmarking results’’.

“I am elated that IITH students from both Physics and Electrical Engineering could be part of this historical discovery. These results are due to many years of painstaking efforts from many scientists. I am grateful for the support received from IITH. In particular, the results could not have been possible without the NSM (National Supercomputing Mission) facility Param Seva installed at IIT Hyderabad’’, said Prof Shantanu Desai, IITH.

The InPTA experiment involves researchers from NCRA (Pune), TIFR (Mumbai), IIT (Roorkee), IISER (Bhopal), IIT (Hyderabad), IMSc (Chennai) and RRI (Bengaluru) along with colleagues from Kumamoto University, Japan. More details about InPTA can be found at https://inpta.iitr.ac.in/

This combined IPTA data set is expected to be more sensitive, and scientists are excited about the constraints they can place on the GWB (Gravitational Wave Background) along with understanding various other phenomena that may have taken place when the Universe was in its infancy, just a few seconds old, which can also produce gravitational waves at these astronomically long wavelengths.

With An Aim To Become Global Knowledge Centre, IIT Hyderabad Starts Offering Open to All Teaching [OAT] To Working Professionals; Real-Time Learning with Live-Streaming of Classrooms

• Real-Time Learning for External Candidates: Live streamed from classrooms of IITH.
• Interaction with Instructors: Direct interaction with course instructors in real-time, making lectures dynamic, engaging, and highly interactive.
• Course Completion Certificates: Credits & grade obtained adds value to the learners' profiles.
• Courses Offered: 12 courses will be offered in Aug 2023 Cycle.
• Last Date to apply: July 14, 2023.

IIT Hyderabad is set to establish itself as a global knowledge centre by offering Open to All Teaching [OAT] (remote learning opportunities) to working professionals from different organizations, faculty members, and students from various colleges. The institute aims to extend its excellent technical education beyond the confines of traditional classrooms and provides access to select courses remotely through online mode. This initiative will enable reskilling and upskilling in new-age technologies, contributing to India's growth story and addressing the demand for skilled human resources. This initiative also addresses the limited availability of the physical infrastructure required for hybrid courses. The institute has implemented a set of criteria to prioritize the course offerings, giving preference to unique courses, faculty expertise, and expected registrations.

Professor B S Murty, Director, IITH, expressed his enthusiasm for this initiative and said, "We believe in making quality learning accessible to all towards inclusive growth. The Open to All Teaching (OAT) approach will enable us to reach a wider audience and create a global knowledge centre that contributes to both individual growth and the overall development of our nation."

Prof Saptarshi Majumdar, Dean (Academics), IITH, emphasized the importance of maintaining academic rigour in the ‘OAT’ courses, stating, "It was sincerely felt that we@IIT-Hyderabad need to a take the larger role to include more and more learners inside the academic network. One of the ways is to open some of our courses to all through online mode. I humbly feel that this is a bold step our Senate has taken towards an inclusive policy for any inquisitive learner."

Sharing his insights on the uniqueness of the courses, Prof Umashankar B, Chair of the Center for Continuing Education (CCE), stated, “These courses are live streamed from classrooms of regular courses taught at IITH. This provides an opportunity for the participants to interact directly with the course instructors in real-time, which help to make the lectures more dynamic, engaging, and highly interactive between the participant and the course instructors.”

The courses will be offered at an affordable fee of Rs. 10,000/- plus GST per one credit. 

Explore what each course (A video abstract of each course is available) has to offer & visit the website for more details: https://cce.iith.ac.in/Open-to-All-Teaching/

A video abstract about IITH’s OAT:

IIT Hyderabad Inks MoU with 9 NITs To Strengthen Them

IIT Hyderabad offers to strengthen NITs

• IITH has signed MoU with nine NITs for Faculty-Students Exchange that will offer the following benefits:
• Faculty of these NITs can visit IITH to collaborate with the faculty of IITH.
• Students exchange has the following fantastic benefits:
• Selected Final year BTech students with more than 8.5 CGPA will spend their 4th year at IITH.
• Interested students having a CGPA higher than 8 at the end of their BTech will be allowed direct PhD admission at IITH without any selection process.

IIT Hyderabad (IITH) has Innovation in its DNA. Every endeavour at IITH drives towards this motto. BUILD (Bold & Unique Ideas Leading to Development) Program that nurtures IITH Students, a Semester-long Internship for UGs & a 1-year Industry oriented Project for PGs and SURE Internships are all intended to develop ‘Innovation Quotient’ among UG/PG students, not only at IITH but across the country. IITH’s collaboration with NITs intends to usher the amazing talented youth from the NITs to develop enthusiasm towards Innovation and Invention in Technology for Humanity (IITH).

While elaborating on his strategy behind this alliance, Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH, said, “IITH is one of the fastest evolving academic institutes with a strong focus on Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship as we want Innovation as a magic wand to let our dynamic youth to be Job-Providers instead of a Job-Seekers. It is also important to nurture research interest among UG students for India not only to be “AtmaNirbhar” but also a global leader in innovation and technology development. I am confident this move will be a significant mark towards the above goal.

Emphasizing Academic Aspects, Prof Saptarshi Majumdar, Dean (Academics) IITH, said, "The collaboration between IITH and NIT has a long-term vision to strengthen the tech education ecosystem. Not only it connects the NIT students with the IITH PhD program, but also it nourishes the academic exchanges between two nationally important institutions. We @IITH sincerely believe that such an initiative will add value in NEP implementation, skill development and research excellence in the days to come.”

Stating this initiative as a significant step towards fostering Research Ecosystem, Prof Chandrashekhar Sharma, Dean (Sponsored Research & Consultancy), IITH, said, “The close cooperation between the IITs and NITs is very crucial to address the global challenges by strengthening the PhD programs. IIT Hyderabad has taken an excellent initiative by connecting with various NITs to give early exposure to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and make them aware of some cutting-edge research going on at IITH. This will motivate them to pursue research as their career, hopefully.”

The Nine NITs include:

1. NIT Sikkim
2. NIT Silchar
3. NIT Agartala
4. NIT Nagaland
5. NIT Meghalaya
6. NIT Srinagar
7. NIT Calicut
8. VNIT Nagpur
9. NIT Rourkela

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become a one of the top ranked institutions in the country and has received global recognition. It has 300+ full-time faculty, ~4,200 students, 18 Departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 500+ state-of-the-art Research Facilities, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs ~880 crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 8700+ research publications with 1,30,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 2,200+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 130+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 1200+ Cr. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Koo and YouTube for the latest updates. To know more, please visit https://www.iith.ac.in/.

iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad and Greenko Group Launches New BUILD Program to Support Studentpreneurs across India

BUILD Program launch at Technology Innovation Park, IITH

• Supporting 75 students led innovations across India
• Financial aid up to INR 1 lakh per innovator
• Funding provided by Greenko
• Implemented in collaboration with 14 incubators across India
• 12-month program by iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad
• Technology solutions to sustainability is the key focus

iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad, in collaboration with Greenko Group, has launched a new program called Bold & Unique Ideas Leading to Development (BUILD) on the emblematic occasion of World Environment Day on June 05, 2023. The program was launched at IIT Hyderabad by Dr Anil Chalamalasetty, MD and CEO, Greenko Group and Prof B S Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, in the presence of Dr A S Kiran Kumar (former Chairman, ISRO), Faculty of IITH and Partner Incubators. The primary objective of BUILD is to support undergraduate students and recent graduates to give shape to their innovative ideas and eventually turn them into a startup.

Under this BUILD initiative, iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad signed an MoU with 14 incubators pan India to promote the BUILD program and to scout, shortlist and support 75 innovators. i-TIC Incubator has launched a national call for applications on its website. Benefits to selected innovators include financial aid of up to INR 1 lakh, mentorship, prototyping support and co-working space. At the end of the 12-month program, innovators could get a chance for pre-incubation support and further grants at iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad.

Innovators can apply from the iTIC website: https:itic.iith.ac.in/build, with the deadline being July 5, 2023.

Prof IITH (L) and Dr Anil (R) exchanging MoU on BUILD Program by iTIC IITH & Greenko Group

Announcing the program’s launch, Prof B S Murty, Director IITH, said, “BUILD scheme has been in place at IITH for its own students for the past 3 years. After building the Technology Innovation Park (TIP) with about 1.5 lakh sqft, we felt that it is time for us to extend the BUILD program to the whole nation. With Innovation as its DNA, IITH believes in developing job creators instead of job seekers. By supporting such innovators from their student days, the BUILD Scheme provides a suitable platform for these young innovators to convert their ideas into successful products, thus aiding our urge towards making India self-reliant (Atmanirbhar) and a global leader.

Conveying his best wishes for the success of the initiative, Dr Anil Chalamalasetty, MD and CEO, Greenko Group, added, “BUILD program represents a remarkable milestone in our collective journey towards creating a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures and amplifies the innovation and creative genius of our youth. The BUILD program is a testament to our unwavering belief in the power of ideas.’’

Dr A S Kiran Kumar, (former Chairman, ISRO) congratulated iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad and Greenko Group for such a unique initiative and said, “BUILD program is like seeds of growth and initiatives like this are vital to support which will turn into branches and eventually trees.’’

About iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad

iTIC is a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) under the aegis of the Indian Institute of Technology Hydwerabad (IITH) and supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. iTIC is a Not-For-Profit Society that focuses on creating a supportive and nourishing environment for budding entrepreneurs in the field of technology. The focus areas of iTIC incubator are Deep tech sectors such as Healthcare, AI/ML, Quantum Computing, AR/VR, Cybersecurity, Robotics, IOT, Industry 4.0, Blockchain, Electronics, Advanced materials, Drones, Biotechnology, etc.

iTIC aims to help entrepreneurs leverage a premier quality research and startup ecosystem with the goal of building a comprehensive platform to practice innovation and entrepreneurship so that these entrepreneurial ideas can be turned into sustainable, scalable profit-making business ventures. iTIC provides support to startups such as Mentoring, Financial Aid, IP Support, Networking, and access to Dedicated office/ Coworking space, Software, IITH Technological Infrastructure, and Makerlab. Since its inception in 2015, iTIC has supported 130+ startups through Pre-incubation, Incubation, and Acceleration programs and has sanctioned more than INR 8 crores to startups directly while supporting the startups in raising more than INR 50 crores from external sources. So far, the iTIC startups have generated more than INR 1200 crores of revenues and created 1000+ jobs.

About IIT Hyderabad:

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs established by the Government of India in 2008. In a short span of 15 years, the institute has become a one of the top ranked institutions in the country and has received global recognition. It has 300+ full-time faculty, ~4,200 students, 18 Departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs, nearly 500+ state-of-the-art Research Facilities, and five research and entrepreneurship centres. The institute has a strong research focus with approx. Rs ~880 crores of sanctioned research funding, with PG+PhD students accounting for about 60% of total student strength. IITH has more than 8100+ research publications with 1,30,000+ Citations, 190+ Published Patents, 2,200+ sponsored/consultancy projects with 500+ running projects, and about 125+ startups that have generated 1000+ jobs and a revenue of Rs. 800+ Cr. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Koo and YouTube for the latest updates. To know more, please visit https://www.iith.ac.in/.