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MSMEs contribute nearly 40% to the GDP, and seamless collaborations between industry, academia, and research organisations will help to develop new technology – Dr N Kalaiselvi

MSMEs contribute nearly 40% to the GDP, and seamless collaborations between industry, academia, and research organisations will help to develop new technology – Dr N Kalaiselvi

Nov 7, 2023 | ,

STORY CREDITS Writer: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: DSIR – CRTDH Conclave, IIT Gandhinagar The two-day “DSIR - CRTDH Conclave 2023: Viksit Bharat Abhiyan - Empowering MSMEs & Startups” concludes at IITGN with focused discussions and knowledge exchanges on (1) Environmental Interventions, (2) New Materials/Chemical Processes, (3) Affordable Healthcare, (4) Electronics/Renewable Energy, and (5) Low-cost Machining “Nearly 40% of India’s GDP’s share is growing from the contributions of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and seamless collaborations between industry, academia, and research organisations will result in the emergence of new ideas and development of new technology for the common people”, said Dr...

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Effective flood management in cities requires more than green infrastructure, finds a joint study by IITGN and the University of Cambridge

Effective flood management in cities requires more than green infrastructure, finds a joint study by IITGN and the University of Cambridge

Nov 5, 2023 | ,

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The team carried out comprehensive field surveys using a hydrodynamic model after major flood events in the west zone of Ahmedabad, India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City, a day after the flood levels receded In the face of increased incidences of erratic weather and resultant flooding in rapidly urbanising cities, effective urban flood management strategies have become both a challenge and an urgent requirement. While many large cities around the world, including India, have employed alternative solutions like Green Infrastructure (GI) interventions, its effectiveness in mitigating urban flooding and...

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Millets are best for human health, soil, and environment; Increased use of rice, wheat, and sugar has given birth to diseases – said Dr Khader Vali at IITGN

Millets are best for human health, soil, and environment; Increased use of rice, wheat, and sugar has given birth to diseases – said Dr Khader Vali at IITGN

Oct 31, 2023 | ,

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Mayur Bhatiya “Reintroducing millets as our staple diet can contribute hugely in reducing environmental impact and ensuring food security. The same huge amount of water used for growing only one kg of rice can grow about 30 kgs of kodo millet. Moreover, each kg of millet can feed ten people, while one kg of rice can feed only five people” – Dr Khader Vali Joining forces to celebrate 2023 as the International Year of Millets as declared by the United Nations following an appeal by the Government of India to create awareness...

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IITGN bestows four of its alumni with Young Alumni Excellence Awards 2023 for making waves in academia and entrepreneurship

IITGN bestows four of its alumni with Young Alumni Excellence Awards 2023 for making waves in academia and entrepreneurship

Oct 27, 2023 | ,

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Designer: Gaurav Shukla This year’s awardees have demonstrated excellence in the fields of AI and Computer Science, Radar Technology, and FinTech The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), has announced the Young Alumni Excellence Awards 2023, and this time, the Institute has honoured four of its alumni for achieving excellence and success in their careers in academia and entrepreneurship.  Following four alumni members will receive awards during the annual alumni meet – ‘Homecoming’ – at IITGN in December 2023: Aishwarya Agrawal (BTech in Electrical Engineering, IITGN Class of 2014), Assistant Professor, University of Montreal, for Outstanding Academic Achievement Silky...

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IIT Gandhinagar emerges as the highest medal winner during the 37th Inter IIT Aquatics Meet 2023

IIT Gandhinagar emerges as the highest medal winner during the 37th Inter IIT Aquatics Meet 2023

Oct 10, 2023 | , ,

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor:  Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo:  Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The Institute won a total of 10 medals, including 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 2 Bronze in various swimming championships for Men and Women In a magnanimous victory, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) emerged as the highest medal winner by earning a total of 10 medals, including 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 2 Bronze in various swimming championships for Men and Women at the 37th Inter IIT Aquatics Meet held at the Institute between 17 IITs from October 4 to 8, 2023. The Institute also secured the...

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