Author: Corena Pereira

IIT Gandhinagar Hosts 13th Academic Advisory Council and 14th Leadership Conclave

IIT Gandhinagar Hosts 13th Academic Advisory Council and 14th Leadership Conclave

Jan 12, 2026 |

The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) successfully hosted its 13th Academic Advisory Council (AAC) on January 9, 2026, followed by the 14th Leadership Conclave (LC) on January 10, 2026. These flagship forums brought together eminent academicians, policymakers, industry leaders, and global experts to deliberate on the Institute’s academic, research, governance, and institutional development priorities. The 13th Academic Advisory Council commenced with welcome remarks by Prof Madhav Pathak, Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering, IITGN, and Prof Vaibhav Tripathi, Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Brain Sciences, IITGN, followed by opening remarks by Prof Rajat Moona, Director, IIT Gandhinagar. Addressing the Council, Prof...

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International Conference at IIT Gandhinagar Explores India’s Metallurgical Heritage

International Conference at IIT Gandhinagar Explores India’s Metallurgical Heritage

Jan 6, 2026 |

The second day of the International Conference-cum-Workshop on the History, Science and Technology of Indian Civilisation, focused on Indian metals and metallurgy, brought together scholars, researchers, and practitioners from across India and abroad at IIT Gandhinagar. The week-long event, which began on January 5, will continue until January 9, 2026. “India has an exceptionally rich cultural heritage, and scientific analysis enables researchers to go beyond physical examination to understand the composition, provenance, trade networks, and technological advancements associated with ancient objects. These approaches help us gain a deeper and more accurate understanding of our past,” said Prof Alok Tripathi,...

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Back to Where It All Began: IIT Gandhinagar Alumni Return for Homecoming 2025

Back to Where It All Began: IIT Gandhinagar Alumni Return for Homecoming 2025

Dec 22, 2025 |

“When we began the journey of building IIT Gandhinagar, we were clear that an institution cannot be defined only by buildings or rankings. It is shaped by the culture it nurtures, the questions it allows students to ask, and the values it chooses to uphold,” said Prof Sudhir Jain, former Director of IIT Gandhinagar. He was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Homecoming 2025 Alumni event held on December 20 at the IIT Gandhinagar campus. “We consciously created an environment where learning was open, interdisciplinary, and rooted in curiosity rather than rigid boundaries. There were moments of hesitation...

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IIT Gandhinagar hosts Caltech, USA students for short-term India Ki Khoj Programme, Spotlighting India’s Scientific and Cultural Legacy

IIT Gandhinagar hosts Caltech, USA students for short-term India Ki Khoj Programme, Spotlighting India’s Scientific and Cultural Legacy

Dec 17, 2025 |

The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) inaugurated – India Ki Khoj, a 7-day residential programme for California Institute of Technology (Caltech-USA) students providing exposure and experience of India’s intellectual, scientific, and cultural heritage on December 15, 2025.  The inauguration began with a Welcome and Introduction to India Ki Khoj by Prof Mana Shah, followed by Deep Prajvalan (lighting of the lamps) and Shlok recitation, marking an auspicious beginning to the programme. Liz Jackman, Associate Director of Student Programs, The Caltech Y, introduced The Caltech Y initiatives. “This is my second visit to the programme, having first attended in...

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IITGN’s Deep Tech Venture Summit 2025 Showcases India’s Emerging Deep-tech Startups

IITGN’s Deep Tech Venture Summit 2025 Showcases India’s Emerging Deep-tech Startups

Nov 26, 2025 |

India Must Build Its Own Critical Technologies for a Self-Reliant Future,” says Shri Kris Gopalakrishnan The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) successfully hosted the Deep Tech Venture Summit 2025 on November 21, 2025, bringing together innovators, investors, and thought leaders to explore the future of deep-tech entrepreneurship. The Summit provided a unique platform for participants to engage with IP-driven startups and connect with IITGN’s dynamic startup ecosystem. Attendees gained insights into emerging deep-tech trends, investment opportunities, and strategies to scale transformative technologies. In his opening remarks, Anand Pandey, Deputy Manager (Commercialization) highlighted the institute’s purposeful journey in building...

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