Research & Innovation – The KGP Chronicle

Jun

20

2025

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IIT Kharagpur ranked 4th in India & 215th in the World in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026

Awards & Accolades, Institute, Research & Innovation, Study@IITKgpCitations Per Faculty, Employer Reputation, global recognition, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, Interdisciplinary Learning, International Research Network, knowledge creation, QS World University Rankings 2026, societal impact, sustainability

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur ranked 4th in India in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026. The institute jumped ahead 07 places in comparison to its 2025 performance to become the 215th University in the world. The World University Ranking 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) featured 1501 Universities from all over the world and evaluated 8467 institutions in total. The institute has performed well in parameters like Sustainability, Employer Reputation, Citations per Faculty and International Research Network. Media Coverages: Times of India (Print) …

May

28

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

IIT Kharagpur and A*STAR Singapore Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Semiconductor Innovation in Asia

Academia, Collaborations, Institute, MoU, Research & InnovationA*STAR, AI hardware accelerators, chip design, Chip reliability, CMOS technologies, Failure Analysis, global collaboration, IIT Kharagpur, industry partners, Innovation, Institute of Microelectronics, microelectronics, nano-fabrication, Next-generation memory systems, Photonics, quantum devices, R&D, Science, SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, semiconductor, semiconductor ecosystem, semiconductor innovation, semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor research, Strategic Partnership, technology, Thermal Management

In a landmark move to foster global collaboration in semiconductor research and talent development, IIT Kharagpur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) under Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). The announcement was made during SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, where IIT Kharagpur represented India’s academic and technological prowess in the semiconductor domain. This partnership underscores the shared commitment of India and Singapore to build a resilient, innovative, and skilled semiconductor ecosystem through international collaboration. IIT Kharagpur, India’s premier institution for science and technology, brings decades of expertise in microelectronics, chip design, nano-fabrication,…

Apr

29

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Revolutionizing Sustainability: IIT Kharagpur Scientists Unlock Graphene-Powered Solution for Effortless Oil-Water Separation

Environment & Social Impact, Expert Insight, Research & Innovation, Social ImpactAdsorption, chemical dispersants, chemical stability, cutting-edge method, energy-efficient, environmental protection, environmental threats, external energy inputs, filtration, Graphene, industrial effluent management, marine ecosystems, mechanical skimming, mechanical strength, offshore exploration, oil spill cleanup, oil spill mitigation, oil spills, Oil-Water Separation, sustainability, tanker collisions, wastewater treatment

In a remarkable stride towards sustainable environmental solutions, researchers at IIT Kharagpur, led by Dr. Chirodeep Bakli, from Department of Energy Science and Engineering have developed an innovative technique for separating oil and water using ultra-thin, two-dimensional graphene channels. This cutting-edge method promises to transform the way industries tackle oil spills and water contamination, offering an energy-efficient alternative to conventional techniques. Graphene, a wonder material discovered in the early 21st century, has captivated scientists worldwide due to its extraordinary mechanical strength, atomic thinness, and excellent thermal and chemical stability. At the heart of this breakthrough is the exploitation of these…

Mar

19

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

….And then there was light!

Environment & Social Impact, Institute, Research & Innovation, Social Impact, Spotlight InnovationClean Energy, Cost Effective, deep water, Economic Development, energy harvesting machine, green energy generation, hydroelectric power generation, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, local transportation, no turbine, power generation technology, Static Electricity, strong current, Subarnarekha River, sustainable energy, water currents, water power

Researchers at IIT Kharagpur are generating electricity from Subarnarekha river by harnessing the flow of water without turbines A groundbreaking initiative by researchers from IIT Kharagpur is transforming how we think about hydroelectric power generation. Instead of relying on traditional turbines or large dams, this team is harnessing the power of water flow in the Subarnarekha River to generate electricity using a unique and innovative method. In the past five to six months, the researchers, along with local workers, have successfully lit LED lights using electricity generated from the river’s flow in Keshiari block, Paschim Medinipur district. Their initial success…

Mar

12

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Meet Prof. Suman Chakraborty – A Visionary Innovator Revolutionizing Healthcare

Academia, Awards & Accolades, Expert Insight, Humans of KGP, Research & Innovation, ResearcherAffordable Healthcare, Consultancy, COVIRAP, Diagnostic Technologies, Healthcare, IIT Kharagpur, industrial research, Infosys Prize, Innovative Solutions, Institute Chair professor, mechanical engineering, National Award, Paper and Pencil Microfluidics, Paper-based Hemoglobin sensor, Precision Manufacturing, Researcher, Rural Livelihoods, Science, Suman Chakraborty, technology, Technology Development, Technology Transformation, TWAS Award, UNESCO

Prof. Suman Chakraborty has recently been awarded the 2026 TWAS Award in Engineering and Computer Sciences by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for his seminal work in micro and nanoscale flows, enabling innovations in diagnostic technologies and improving rural livelihoods and healthcare access for marginalized populations. Prof. Suman Chakraborty is the Institute Chair professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department of the IIT Kharagpur, and a Sir J.C. Bose National Fellow of the Department of Science and Technology of India. Based on his outstanding research contributions, he has also featured in the list of top 100 Researchers…

Feb

18

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Breakthrough in Nanoscale Laser Technology by IIT Kharagpur Researchers Paves the Way for Quantum Communications

Academia, Expert Insight, Funded Projects, Research & Innovation, Spotlight Innovationanisotropic semiconductor, anoscale laser technology, atomic layers, frequency, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Ministry of Education, optical microcavity, pump laser, Quantum Communications, quantum light, Raman Laser, Researchers, S. Pancharatnam, Science and Engineering Research Board, semiconductor, STARS, Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States, Symmetric Polariton, Zero-Threshold

New Zero-Threshold Raman Laser Holds Promise for Advanced Quantum Technologies In a ground-breaking discovery, researchers from IIT Kharagpur, led by Dr. Sajal Dhara, have developed a zero-threshold Raman laser that could revolutionize nanoscale laser technology with immense potential for quantum communications. This innovative development marks a significant milestone in the field of Laser technology. The research team’s work, which has been recently published as a letter in the prestigious journal Physical Review B under the title “Zero-threshold PT-symmetric Polariton Raman Laser,” was funded by Science and Engineering Research Board (CRG) and Ministry of Education (Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States…

Feb

13

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Kshitij 2025: A Journey of Innovation to Excellence

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The 22nd edition of Kshitij, Asia’s largest techno-management festival, unfolded a mesmerizing journey from January 17 to 19, 2025, at IIT Kharagpur. This year’s festival stood as a testament to the boundless spirit of innovation, bringing together brilliant minds from across the country for a grand celebration of technology, creativity, and intellect. A Battlefield for Young Innovators Kshitij 2025 was not just an event; it was a fierce arena where over 25 competitions tested the mettle of some of the brightest minds in fields ranging from robotics and AI to finance and engineering. Events like Robowars mesmerized the crowd with…

Dec

02

2024

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

Collaborations, Engagement, Funded Projects, Institute, Research & Innovation, Study@IITKgpAcademia-Industry, accelerate innovations, Advanced Research Center, Advanced Tools, Agriculture, AI, analytics, Artificial Intelligence, automation, business solutions, Collaboration, communications, consulting, cutting-edge, digital health, Edge Computing, embedded systems, Healthcare, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Innovation, innovations, Intelligent Systems, interdisciplinary collaborations, IT services, laboratories, manufacturing, Mining, Mobility, Research Capabilities, Research Center, Research Centre, research concepts, Researchers, retail, robotics, Sensing, state-of-the-art laboratories, Subject Matter Experts, technologies, Technologists, Visual computing

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…

Oct

28

2024

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

Engagement, Events, Funded Projects, Outreach Activity, Research & Innovation#AgFE, ABIF, Agri Business Incubation Foundation, agri-tech, Agriculture, Entrepreneurs, entrepreneurship, EXPO, farmers, Food engineering, incubators, low cost technologies, nabard, Product based start-ups, rural development, Rural SME sector, rural value chains, Section-8 company, service based start-ups, Start-up, start-up ecosystem

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

19

2024

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Researchers at IIT Kharagpur use Diffused Reflectance Spectroscopy based Rapid Soil Testing method for Agri-small holder farms

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In a recent study by IIT Kharagpur in collaboration with the International Crops Research Institute of Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), Hyderabad, has developed and validated the efficiency of Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy (DRS) models for high throughput soil analysis for impact at scale in small-holder systems. Years of research at the Agricultural and Food Engineering (AgFE) Department of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur shows that Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy (DRS) may be used safely for rapid soil assessment. Conventional soil testing laboratories use wet chemistry-based soil testing methods that are time consuming and can become expensive when a large number of…