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Mar

03

2025

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Inauguration of VATIKA: The Biophilic Studio at IIT Kharagpur Research Park – A Milestone in Sustainable Innovation

Alumni Corner, Engagement, Events, Funded Projects, Humans of KGP, Outreach ActivityAcademia, bio-reclamation, Biophilic Studio, Design Principles, Governance, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kharagpur Research Park, industry, Innovation Ecosystems, innovative dialogue, Intellectual Exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, KarmYog, Miyawaki Method, podcast, Prakriti Jagaran Yatra, research, sustainability, Sustainable Innovation, VATIKA, Vetiver System Technology, Well-being

A significant milestone in sustainable innovation was achieved with the inauguration of VATIKA: The Biophilic Studio at the IIT Kharagpur Research Park. The event was graced by Dr. Amit Patra, Director of IIT Kharagpur, along with Dr. Rintu Banerjee, Deputy Director, and Dr. Khanindra Pathak, Professor-in-Charge of the Research Park. This inauguration marked the first Biophilic Studio of its kind in the country, ushering in a new era of biophilic design principles within academic and innovation ecosystems. “Our Kharagpur campus faces a challenge as it isn’t located in a metro city. This research park in New Town is a bridge…

Feb

18

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

IIT Kharagpur Inaugurates the Zen Lounge: A New Space for Mindfulness and Well-being

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In a remarkable addition to its student welfare and campus facilities, Zen Lounge, a yoga and meditation hall located within the SNIG Girls Hostel at IIT Kharagpur was inaugurated recently. The Zen Lounge is dedicated to foster mindfulness, well-being, and mental wellness for the students, and marks an important milestone in promoting holistic education at IIT Kharagpur. With the generous support of Ms. Viji Narayanan, a distinguished alumna of IIT Kharagpur, who resided in the same girls’ hostel during her undergraduate years from (1986-1991), her vision is to create a space for mindfulness which stems from her own transformative experiences…

Feb

12

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

A Journey Through Time and Legacy – Reunion of Batch 1970

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In the winter of January 2025, a remarkable reunion took place at IIT Kharagpur. The “Incredibles,” the batch of 1970, returned to their beloved alma mater to celebrate a grand milestone—the 55th anniversary of their graduation. What began as a five-day reunion turned into an unforgettable journey of nostalgia, achievements, and lasting memories, woven together by a series of special events and heartfelt moments. A Warm Welcome and Cultural Celebrations From January 24th to 26th, the campus buzzed with excitement as alumni of the 1970 batch arrived for their two-day visit during IIT KGP's Spring Fest. The Office of Alumni…

Jan

10

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

The Celebration of Forgotten Times – Alumni Meet 2025

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"The Celebration of Forgotten Times" evokes a poignant reflection on the passage of time, nostalgia, and the act of revisiting memories that may have faded with the years. It is a celebration of not just of the present or the future, but of the past—moments that may have once seemed distant or even forgotten, but are now being rediscovered and cherished. A reunion, a retrospective event and a personal moment of reflection, Alumni Meet 2025 at IIT Kharagpur brew the essence of relieving those moments of camaraderie among the batches of 1975, 1985 and 2000. Alumni Meet reflects a celebration…

Dec

02

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

IIT Kharagpur partners with TCS to launch Advanced Research Center for Innovation in Digital Health, Robotics & Intelligent Systems

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New Centre to house three state-of-the-art labs that enable TCS scientists to work on cutting-edge technologies and a Customer Experience Center that offers clients an experience of original research concepts driven by TCS. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur partners with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions to set up an advanced research center to produce high-quality research in the areas of digital health, robotics and intelligent systems leveraging cutting-edge computing, embedded systems, and AI. Located in IIT Kharagpur Research Park in New Town, Kolkata, the TCS Research Center will feature three state-of-the-art…

Nov

29

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

IIT Kharagpur Partners with z21 Ventures, founded by IIT Alumni, to Launch ‘KGP Forge Entrepreneur’ a Start-up Accelerator Program

Alumni Corner, Collaborations, Engagement, Humans of KGP, Outreach Activity, Study@IITKgpAccelerator Program, alumni, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, KGP Forge Entrepreneur, Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship, startup, venture Capital, z21

In a powerful move to spark innovation and drive entrepreneurship among the brightest minds in India, Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship, IIT Kharagpur has joined forces with z21 Ventures, an early-stage, operator-led venture capital firm founded by esteemed IIT Kharagpur alumni. This partnership heralds the launch of a ground-breaking startups accelerator program tailored for final-year students, setting the stage for a new era of entrepreneurial excellence. The MoU was signed today in…

Oct

28

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

Agri Business Incubation Foundation at IIT Kharagpur conducts Start-up EXPO 2024 incubating 115 Start-ups

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A total of 115 start-ups are currently being incubated, accelerated and graduated from across the country by the Agri Business Incubation Foundation (ABIF) at IIT Kharagpur. Out of 115, 37 Start-ups successfully participated in the ABIF Start-up EXPO 2024 organized from 24th - 25th October, 2024. Shri Partho Saha, CGM OFDD, NABARD, Mumbai attended the EXPO as the Chief Guest in the presence of Prof. Rintu Banerjee, Deputy Director, IIT Kharagpur; Shri P.K Bhardwaj CGM NABARD WBRO; Prof. Madan Kumar Jha, HOD, Agriculture and Food Engineering Department and Shri K.V Iyer, Director ABIF along with other senior professors. Shri Partho…

Sep

05

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

Empowering Educators With Digital Pedagogy by Centre for Teaching Learning and Virtual Skilling

Community, Engagement, Outreach Activity, Research & Innovation, Social ImpactAssessment, ATDC, Augmented Reality, CTLVS, Digital Pedagogy, Digital Tools, Empowering Educators, Game-based Learning, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, Interactive Technologies, School Teachers, Teaching Practices, teaching-learning, technology, Technology-based Teaching., Virtual Reality, Virtual Skilling

Is virtual reality teaching possible? How positive impact can digital content have on student assessment? Ahead of Teacher's Day, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur organized a special one-day workshop to find answers to some of these questions. The Centre for Teaching Learning and Virtual Skilling (CTLVS) at IIT Kharagpur successfully conducted a one-day workshop titled "Empowering Educators With Digital Pedagogy and Technology," on 4th September 2024. The workshop, aimed at school teachers from KVS, introduced innovative methods for enhancing teaching practices through digital tools and interactive technologies. A total of 30 teachers from different branches of Kendriya Vidyalayas of Kolkata participated in…

Aug

28

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

IIT Kharagpur celebrates its 74th Foundation Day in the presence of Shri Amitabh Kant, Chairman ISRO & Chairman DRDO

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As the country enters its 78th year of Independence, IIT Kharagpur also enters its 74th year of foundation on 18th August 2024 which was adorned by the eminent personalities. Shri Amitabh Kant, India’s G-20 Sherpa and Former CEO of NITI Aayog graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. S P Somanath, Chairman ISRO; Dr. Samir V Kamat, Chairman, DRDO and Dr. Sonal Mansingh, Padma Vibhshan Awardee and Former MP, Rajya Sabha also graced the occasion as the Guests of Honour. The invocation started by hoisting the national flag and institute flag at the main building. Gitindra Saran Sanyal…

Aug

07

2024

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By Poulami Mondal

Arjun Malhotra sends heart warming message to welcome the new KGPians of Y2024

Alumni Corner, Engagement, Humans of KGP, Outreach Activity, Study@IITKgpAI/ML, Altysys, alumnus, Arjun Malhotra, Cloud First Start-up, Data analytics, Data Interoperability, Electrical Communication Engineering, Electronics Engineering, GenAI, growth, HCL Group, Health Clouds, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, IT, Kgpians, TechSpan, welcome freshers

Esteemed Alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, Mr. Arjun Malhotra who is widely renowned for his instrumental role in co-founding the HCL Group, way back in 1975 and is currently the Chairman of the Advisory Board of Altysys sent a heart-warming message to welcome the Freshers of the Y2024. As a proud Alumnus, he recalls his days in his Alma Mater and shares the anecdotes that will help the new undergrads to have a home away from home. The Institute is indeed overwhelmed for the inspiring words of Mr. Malhotra for our newbies. ""Hello KGPians, this is Arjun Malhotra. I am…