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The Day Traffic Stopped for a Mama Deer at IIT Madras

Let’s be honest for a second. If something stops in the middle of an Indian road, what usually happens? Honking. A lot of honking. Someone tries to overtake from the side, someone shouts, someone gets irritated, someone blames the government, someone blames the driver, and within two minutes everyone is…

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The making of Galgotias: An expansion powered by land deals and media blitz

A Chinese robodog dressed up as indigenous innovation. Students going viral outside the Congress headquarters in 2024, unable to explain the protest they were part of. For Galgotias University, spectacle has a way of recurring.

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‘My dearest friend Kedar’: IIT Madras graduate Saketh Sreenivasaiah’s LinkedIn post draws attention after US death

A heartfelt graduation post by 22-year-old Indian-origin student Saketh Sreenivasaiah has resurfaced on social media days after his body was recovered from a lake in California, drawing attention to an emotional tribute he paid to a “dearest friend and batchmate Kedar.”

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22-year-old Indian origin student Saketh Sreenivasaiah found dead in US, was missing for 6 days

A 22-year-old Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah, pursuing a Master's at UC Berkeley, has been found deceased. Reported missing on February 12th, his body was recovered by local police, confirmed by the Consulate General of India, San Francisco. Consular officers are providing full support to his family, including arrangements for repatriation.

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Graduated from IIT Madras in 2025: 22-yr-old Indian-origin student reported missing in US

Berkeley police are urgently seeking help to find Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian Master's student from UC Berkeley, last seen Tuesday. Authorities consider him an at-risk missing person. Sreenivasaiah, who studied at IIT Madras, is described as 6'1" with short black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is urged…

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IIT Madras launches first-of-its-kind cancer genome database

Cancer is one of the most fatal health problems globally. A recent Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) report indicated that the number of people living with this deadly disease continues to rise. The National Cancer Registry Program reported that one in nine people in India are likely to develop…

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NMAM Institute of Technology team win Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition 2024 in India

Forty-four finalists from 13 teams made it to the finale that was held in Bengaluru. The team comprising Meghraj M., Sathvik Poojary and Sanjana S. from NMAM Institute of Technology were declared winners of the competition.

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IIT Madras to hold global hyperloop contest next year

IIT Madras hosts global hyperloop conference to introduce futuristic transportation concept, paving the way for innovative teams worldwide.

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IIT Madras sets up research foundation to spur patents, technology commercialisation

IIT Madras Research Foundation accelerates startups, patents, and technologies, fostering global market access and industry partnerships for innovation.

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Tamil Nadu gives more equitable access to C-sections, but levels are alarmingly high: Data

IIT Madras study reveals equitable access to C-section in Tamil Nadu, but high rates in private hospitals, urging corrective action.

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Chennai Super Kings partners with IIT Madras

CHENNAI: Chennai Super Kings joined hands with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) to promote sustainable initiatives during the Indian Premier League 2024.

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Prof. M.V. Pylee Award for T. Pradeep

Professor Pradeep from IIT Madras wins prestigious Prof. M.V. Pylee Award 2023 for distinguished academician in India.

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Hafta 475: BJP’s candidates list, TMC strongman’s arrest in Sandeshkhali case

This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal and Anand Vardhan are joined by journalist Radhika Ramaseshan.

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IIT-Madras holds 4-day summit for researchers

IIT Madras hosts research scholars' summit with industry leaders discussing semiconductor innovation and research funding.

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IIT-M showcases an array of innovative technology

IIT Madras students showcase innovative technology projects at CFI Open House 2024, including InnoGuide robot and Agriscape products.

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IIT Madras, Walmart to help MSMEs with AI, IoT

IIT Madras and Walmart collaborate to train MSMEs in AI and IoT technology for sustainable growth.

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India-specific model to give accurate gestational age of foetus

Cutting-edge AI model accurately determines gestational age in Indian population, reducing errors and improving maternal and infant care.

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IIT-Madras building a world class facility for ocean engineering and maritime technology

The centre will create technologies that will impact offshore / coastal engineering, green shipping, future ports and offshore renewable, among others. It will soon start accommodating start-ups in similar space. And plans are on anvil to raise funds for its future projects.

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IIT Madras to offer 2 seats under sports quota in UG programme from 2024-25

IIT Madras introduces sports quota seats in undergraduate programs, with at least half reserved for women students.

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IIT researchers engineer plant cells to produce drug for cancer

Drug for Cancer: Researchers at the Indian Institutes of Technology Madras and Mandi have metabolically engineered plant cells to increase production of anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT)

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Extra-curricular activities help students identify their uniqueness

Explore college experiences in India, from IIT Madras to MCC, and discover the unique events, activities, and alumni support that help students grow and develop.

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T.N. will implement social justice in startup ecosystem, says IT Minister

Tamil Nadu govt. strives to ensure equitable access & social justice in start-up & innovation ecosystem. IIT Madras' CREST lauded for research & thought leadership.

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IIT Madras, Columbia and Colorado varsity scientists develop sustainable plastic recycling technique

Researchers at IIT Madras, Columbia University and Colorado State University in the US have developed a technique to merge diverse plastics into strong and recyclable materials.

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Artists with disabilities felicitated

MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian highlights need for platform for persons with disabilities. Awards presented to Hemalatha Mani, Narthaki Nataraj, Vaikom Vijayalakshmi, Kanmoni Sasi. Inclusive festival features cross-culture, transgender, cross-genre artists. ARTABILITIES 4 All Wall of Fame with IIT Madras launching Dec 6. Lalithambikai felicitated for helping design blouses for 100 women…

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IIT start-up creates digital twin to monitor health; study shows success in controlling blood sugar levels

Twin Health, an IIT Madras startup, developed a digital twin to monitor health parameters. A study of 206 prime patients and 82 controlled patients found that 90% of precision treatment patients achieved normal blood sugar, stopped taking diabetes meds, and 73% achieved remission. 50% reduction in cardiovascular events was also…

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