IIT Kharagpur – The KGP Chronicle

Apr

09

2025

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Where the Earth Meets the Minds – Prithvi 2025

Department, Engagement, Events, Outreach ActivityAcademic Collaboration, academic exchange, Climate Geopolitics, environmental chemical mixtures, fossil, Fossil Fuels, Geodyssey, geological carbon sequestration, Geological Survey of India, Geologists, Geology, Geophysics, Geoscience, Geoscience Technologies, IIT Kharagpur, industry engagement, innovative research, landslide mitigation, mineral, Minrex, Prithvi 2025, renewable energy, Reservoir Geophysicist, Ring of Fire, Rock Riddle, Triviasaurus, University of Texas

From March 21st to 23rd, 2025, the Department of Geology and Geophysics at IIT Kharagpur hosted the highly anticipated annual departmental fest, Prithvi 2025. This three-day event brought together over 250 students from across India for a rich blend of competitions, technical sessions, and networking opportunities, all centered around the fascinating world of geosciences. The fest kicked off with an inaugural ceremony attended by a distinguished group of dignitaries, including Prof. Rintu Banerjee, Deputy Director, IIT Kharagpur; Prof. Krishna Kumar, Dean, Faculty of Science, IIT Kharagpur and Prof. Shashi Prakash Sharma, HOD, Department of Geology and Geophysics, IIT Kharagpur. Special…

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…

Mar

03

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

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

21

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Prof. G. P. Raja Sekhar appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University

Appointments, Humans of KGP, Institute, ResearcherAcademic, Andhra University, Applied Mathematics, Appointments, Computer Applications, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, CSIR, Dean of Faculty of Sciences, Fluid Mechanics, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Mathematical Methods, Mathematics, Partial Differential Equations, Professor, Science and Engineering Research Board, SERB, Stokes Flows, Vice Chancelleor, viscous droplets

Prof. G. P. Raja Sekhar has an extensive academic background in mathematics and applied sciences. He completed his Ph.D. in Mathematics (Fluid Mechanics) from the University of Hyderabad in 1997, following an M.Phil. in Applied Mathematics (Fluid Mechanics) in 1993, and an M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics in 1992 from the same institution. His foundational education includes a B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from Andhra University in 1990, as well as Intermediate and S.S.C. education from the Andhra Pradesh Board of Intermediate Education and Board of Secondary Education, respectively. With over 27 years and six months of experience in teaching…

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

18

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

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

Alumni Corner, Collaborations, Community, Engagement, Outreach Activity, Social ImpactIIT Kharagpur

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

Alumni Corner, Engagement, Events, Humans of KGP, Study@IITKgpachievements, alumnus, Batch 1970, camaraderie, Classical Night, Contributions, Cultural Celebrations, Donations, encouragement, Entrepreneurial ideas, Entrepreneurs, Friendships, guidance, Hall Visits, halls of residence, IIT Kharagpur, Incubation Cell, Innovation, Kavi Sammelan, lasting memories, Legacy, Nostalgia, Planet Parade, reunion, Star Gazing, Time, wisdom

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

Alumni Corner, Engagement, Events, Humans of KGP, Outreach Activity, Study@IITKgpalumni meet, Celebration, Engagement, Events, Friendships, fun-filled activities, Hall Visits, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, memories, Nostalgia, reunion, rich legacy

"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…

Jan

08

2025

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By Poulami Mondal

Alumnus of IIT Kharagpur Dr. V Narayanan becomes the New Chairman of ISRO

Alumni Corner, Appointments, Humans of KGP, Institute, Study@IITKgp25 Cryogenic Propulsion System, ASLV, Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle, C25 Cryogenic Project, Cabin Pressure Control Systems, Cryogenic Engineering, Cryogenic Propulsion, Cryogenic Rocket Engine, Cryogenic Upper Stage, GSLV Mk-II, GSLV Mk-II D3, GSLV Mk-II F02, GSLV Mk-III, Human Rating of C25, IIT KGP, IIT Kharagpur, Indian Space Research Organization, ISRO, L110 liquid stages, Launch Vehicles, liquid propulsion systems, Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, Lox-Kerosene Semi Cryogenic Propulsion System, LPSC, LVM3 vehicle, New Chairman, Passive Cryogenic Stage, Satellite, Solid Propulsion, Space Craft Propulsion, space exploration, space technology

Dr. V Narayanan, an Alumnus of IIT Kharagpur, is appointed as the new Chairperson of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He is currently serving as the Director of Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), Thiruvananthapuram. The government has also appointed him as the Secretary of the Department of Space. According to an order from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, Dr. Narayanan will succeed Dr. S Somanath, the current ISRO Chief, on January 14, 2024. Dr. V Narayanan receiving the Life fellow Award from Hon'ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu Dr. V Narayanan, a Distinguished Scientist and the Director…