IIT Bombay names its newly reconstructed largest dining hall at Hostel 4 after Distinguished alumnus Dr. Pramod Chaudhari
IIT Bombay is proud to acknowledge the latest act of generosity by Distinguished alumnus Dr. Pramod Chaudhari (B. Tech., Mechanical Engineering, 1971), Founder Chairman, Praj Industries Limited, whose philanthropic leadership continues to strengthen both academic and residential life at the Institute. His recent contribution has made possible the creation of a new, modern dining space at the 800
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Dr. K. Radhakrishnan Inaugurates IPC 2025, India’s Largest Philosophy Meet in History with over 800 participants
Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairperson, Board of Governors, IIT Bombay and Prof. Shireesh B. Kedare, Director IIT Bombay inaugurated the Centenary Session of the Indian Philosophical Congress (IPC 2025) at the Convocation Hall, IIT Bombay on 9th December 2025. Prof. Shrinivasa Varakhedi, Vice-Chancellor, Central Sanskrit University, joined as the Guest of Honour. The IPC, founded by Nobel Laureate
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IIT Bombay Inaugurates Hostel 19
A significant milestone in student infrastructure development was achieved with the inauguration of Hostel 19, located adjacent to Hostel 18 in the IIT Bombay campus. The event commenced with a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by address of Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, the newly appointed Chairperson of the Board of Governors, IIT Bombay in the presence of Director Prof. Shireesh Kedare; Prof. Ravindra
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IIT Bombay unveiled its Strategy Plan 2026–2030
IIT Bombay unveiled its Strategy Plan 2026–2030 & Beyond, outlining a bold strategic direction to position the Institute among the world’s leading technology universities by 2030, while strengthening its long-term leadership in education, research, innovation, and societal impact with a strong emphasis on excellence. The plan is anchored around three strategic themes: 1. Learning-Centric Education
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SINE, IIT Bombay Launches India’s First Incubator-Linked Deep Tech VC Fund Worth INR 250 Crore
The Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SINE), IIT Bombay today launched India’s first-ever deep tech venture capital fund, Y-Point Venture Capital Fund, which is managed by an academia-linked incubator. With a total fund size of INR 250 crore, this landmark initiative is set to redefine the trajectory of India's deep tech startups by providing crucial risk capital at an early stage of
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IIT Bombay Signs License Agreement with Ainwesha Engineering for Debris-Removal Technology
IIT Bombay and Ainwesha Engineering & Project Ltd. signed a License Agreement on 8th December, 2025 for commercialization and deployment of IIT Bombay’s technology “A system to remove floating debris in open water channels”. The agreement was signed by Prof. Sachin C Patwardhan, Dean (R&D), IIT Bombay and Mr. Ram Khubchandani, Director, Ainwesha Engineering & Project Ltd. Prof. V. Jothiprakash
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IIT Bombay Celebrates International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2025 with a Strong Message of Inclusion and Accessibility
The PwD Cell, IIT Bombay, commemorated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2025 on 3rd December at the IDC Auditorium, reaffirming the Institute’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible campus environment. The event brought together students, staff, faculty and invited guests in a collective celebration of diversity, empowerment and equal opportunity. The program
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IIT Bombay hosted a three-day International Conference on “Role of IPR in Promoting Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS) and Viksit Bharat”
IIT Bombay successfully hosted a three-day International Conference on “Role of IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) in Promoting Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS) and Viksit Bharat” during 26–28th November, 2025. The conference brought together leading experts from industry, academia, policymakers, practitioners, innovators and representatives of indigenous communities to discuss the role of IPR in
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IIT Bombay Observes 76th Constitution Day With A Special Address
IIT Bombay celebrated the 76th Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas, reflecting the Institute's commitment to constitutional values, today, at F. C. Kohli Auditorium, Kanwal Rekhi Building (KReSIT), IIT Bombay. The event commenced with a collective reading of the Preamble led by Ms. Shyama Iyer, Ex National Training Coordinator, Spoken Tutorial, IIT Bombay. The highlight of the event
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Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announces Quantum Fabrication Facilities under NQM, a major step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat
Union Minister for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today announced the establishment of two major state-of-the-art Quantum Fabrication and Central Facilities under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) during his visit to IIT Bombay. With a total investment of ₹720 crore, these two central fabrication major facilities to be set up at IIT Bombay and IISc Bengaluru will indigenise the
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