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Valuation of top diaspora-led firms jumps 53 pc to USD 15 trillion on AI boom: Report
The valuation of top global companies led by the Indian diaspora has surged to USD 15 trillion. The sharp increase is largely attributed to the recent artificial intelligence boom in the market. Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, and Sanjay Mehrotra lead the ranking of these companies. A significant number of firms on the list are AI-driven or AI-integrated.
IIT Kharagpur becomes first IIT to offer NMC-accredited postgraduate medical degrees
IIT Kharagpur is set to become the first IIT to offer postgraduate medical degree programmes. The inaugural cohort of MD students will begin in the academic session 2026-27 at the Dr B C Roy Multi-Speciality Medical Research Centre. Admissions will be conducted through the NEET-PG online counselling process for qualified candidates. Six MD disciplines will be offered, each with two available seats.
Sundar Pichai tops HSBC Hurun Global Indians List as Alphabet overtakes Microsoft
Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet, heads the HSBC Hurun Global Indians List 2026, marking a staggering company valuation of $4.2 trillion. Featuring 236 leaders of Indian descent, the collective value of these companies reaches an impressive $15 trillion. Noteworthy is the growth in artificial intelligence, boasting 18 companies valued at $227 billion.
My cook earns Rs 1 lakh a month and is going to Thailand: Mumbai man says he has better financial planning than MBA, IIT graduates
A Mumbai man's LinkedIn post about his cook earning Rs 1.05 lakh monthly through multiple jobs has sparked a debate on financial planning. He compared the cook's savings, income sources and spending habits with those of MBA and IIT graduates. The 34-year-old cook is now planning his first international trip to Thailand.
IIT Madras develops real-time digital twin platform for autonomous maritime navigation
Researchers at IIT Madras have created SEANAV, a digital twin platform for testing autonomous maritime navigation systems. This innovation simulates real-world conditions, reducing the costs and risks associated with testing. The platform supports applications in search-and-rescue operations and maritime defense. It is aimed at enhancing safety at major Indian ports and improving navigation strategies.
Delhi AQI crosses 321: IIT Delhi records Delhi's highest AQI of 414 on November 12 as city's overall pollution level increases 21 points in a day
Delhi AQI today: Delhi recorded an overall AQI of 321 at 7 am on November 12, placing the city in the very poor category. IIT Delhi reported the highest reading at 414, in the severe category. Of the 57 monitoring stations reporting data, 39 recorded very poor air quality and 16 reported poor readings.
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NECTAR to host international workshop on cold plasma and pulse power in Shillong
The Northeast Center for Technology Application and Reach will hold the COFHA workshop in Shillong in December 2026. Participants will include scientists, engineers, and researchers from India and abroad. The workshop aims to explore cold plasma applications in various sectors, including food and agriculture. Sessions will cover food safety, seed treatment, and biomedical applications, focusing on emerging technologies. Keynote speakers will include experts from prominent universities around the world.
Indian IIT talent thrives in Japan's MIRAI-Setu programme as nations near 75th anniversary
As India and Japan approach 75 years of diplomatic ties in 2027, 40 IIT and IIIT students visited Japan under the "Foster System = MIRAI - Setu" programme. Immersed in Japanese universities and corporations, they developed strong industry insights, proposing innovative solutions for bilateral growth.
Delhi AQI today: Air quality improves to 'poor' category, no station records 'severe' levels; check IMD weather forecast and other details
Delhi air pollution news: Air quality in Delhi showed improvement as the AQI dropped below 300 on Wednesday. The city had been experiencing very poor and severe air quality previously. Data from 59 monitoring stations indicated that 29 stations recorded very poor levels. An increase in wind speed is anticipated to lead to further improvement in air quality.
GATE 2027 correction window opens: Check fees, editable details, deadlines and how to make changes
GATE 2027: IIT Madras has opened the GATE 2027 application correction window from November 10 to 14. Candidates can modify specified details by paying a fee starting at Rs 500. A separate, free facility to rectify scrutiny-related defects remains open until November 30. Check the editable fields, charges and application process.
AQI differences with private apps due to different methodology, not data under-reporting: CPCB
The Central Pollution Control Board clarified the differences in Air Quality Index readings from private applications and its platform. It emphasized that the variations stem from differing measurement methodologies rather than under-reporting. The CPCB noted that during extreme episodes, data gaps may appear due to calibration limits of monitoring instruments. Since 2015, improvements in monitoring technology have been ongoing to enhance air quality reporting.
Assam Cabinet approves Rs 200 crores for Ayushman Asom, enhances ex-gratia for Samagra Shiksha Employees
The Cabinet approved an enhancement of the one-time ex-gratia assistance payable to the families of Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan employees in the event of their unfortunate death. The assistance has been increased from Rs 5 lakhs to Rs. 7.5 lakh, providing greater financial support to bereaved families.
IIT Indore reveals severe pollution in drain leading into Kshipra river ahead of Simhastha 2028 pilgrimage
IIT Indore conducted an investigation revealing significant pollution levels in Nagdhaman Nala, which impacts Kshipra river water quality. The study identified a lack of oxygen and high levels of faecal bacteria in the water. Experts expressed concerns regarding the water's unfit status for recreational use ahead of Simhastha 2028. Madhya Pradesh government has not taken necessary actions to address these pollution levels despite growing environmental concerns.
Good at studies, Anirudh Ravichander was 'IIT material' and prepared for it. Why did he change his career path suddenly
Anirudh Ravichander gained fame as a music composer with his viral song Why This Kolaveri Di. He transitioned from a potential IIT student to pursuing a music career during his college years. Anirudh's remarkable talent led him to compose for several blockbuster films beyond the Tamil industry. He is set to marry Kavya Maran in Greece and has a grand reception planned in Chennai.
IITians get shocked when they learn a paani puri seller has Rs 4.5 lakh per month in profit: ‘He works for six hours…’
A group of IITians was astonished to learn that someone earning more than Rs 1.2 lakh a month lacked a degree from IIT or any other university. He was a modest paani puri vendor, and this income originated from merely one stall.
He was inconsolable after his IIT results in 2005; 21 years later, Bombay Shaving Company founder meets the teacher who told him 'do your best and forget the rest'
Bombay Shaving Company founder Shantanu Deshpande recently reunited with his former mathematics teacher, JJ Sir, after 21 years. Recalling a difficult phase during his IIT preparation in 2005, Deshpande shared how his teacher's reassuring words, "Do your best and forget the rest", stayed with him over the years. The emotional reunion struck a chord with LinkedIn users, prompting many to share memories of teachers who supported them during challenging times.
Delhi AQI today: National capital’s air continues to remain toxic, AQI crosses 400 at over 22 stations; check IMD weather forecast and AQI
Delhi air pollution news: Delhi is experiencing a serious decline in air quality with an AQI reading of 365. As Diwali approaches, pollution levels may increase due to firecracker use and stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented stage three measures to manage air quality. Forecasts indicate continued poor air quality, likely reaching severe levels from November 7 to 9.
IIT alumni explains why his company treats people who scored 90% on his test as very ‘low trust’: ‘Anyone who scored that high always…’
A former IIT Madras student recently launched into an angry tirade. A Reddit user on the IIT Madras subreddit shared that he had created a test that he was unable to pass with a perfect score. He encountered graduates who manipulated the system and achieved 90% on the exam. He expressed regret that these individuals are not suitable candidates for hiring.
Delhi pollution: Supreme Court to go by expert opinion on plea for online classes if AQI rises
Supreme Court is evaluating expert opinions concerning potential school closures amid worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR. The average Air Quality Index has been categorized as 'very poor', with severe pollution levels reported in many areas. Authorities have noted that vehicular emissions significantly contribute to the region's pollution crisis. The implementation of measures, including truck-mounted water sprinklers, is part of the effort to improve air quality.
As Delhi AQI worsens, govt conducts two cloud-seeding trials at 30,000 metre height to explore artificial rain
Delhi Cloud Seeding News: The Delhi government has conducted two rounds of cloud-seeding trials near IGI Airport in the last 15 days to explore artificial rain as a possible solution to rising air pollution. The trials took place at an altitude of around 30,000 metre, compared with 10,000 metre during last year's experiments. More trials are likely after Diwali and Chhath. The government had earlier conducted cloud-seeding experiments with IIT Kanpur in October 2025, but those operations did not produce rainfall.
Ramayana director Nitesh Tiwari is an IITian, worked as a techie for just 4 months. His first film won two National Awards, and he went on to direct highest-grossing film that earned over Rs 2,000 crore
Nitesh Tiwari, an IIT Bombay alumnus in Metallurgical and Materials Science engineering, opted for advertising and filmmaking instead of a typical engineering path. He helmed the hit film Dangal, which earned Rs 2,200 crore globally in 2016. He is now preparing for Ramayana, a two-part epic supposedly budgeted at Rs 4,000 crore.
Delhi AQI today: National capital's air remains toxic, crosses 400 AQI mark in Jahangirpuri, IIT Delhi and other regions
Delhi AQI news: Delhi continues to experience severe air quality, recording an average Air Quality Index of 368. High pollution levels are noted in various areas, with Jahangirpuri and IIT Delhi significantly impacted. Main pollutants are PM2.5 and PM10, with transport emissions and stubble burning as leading contributors. The city is currently under Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan.
No IIT, no NIT: Mahesh Babu invests in Mumbai's PC and console gaming company. Who are co-founders Jeet Chandan and Vidhit Mehta?
Mahesh Babu has joined Mumbai-based Shortgun Games as a strategic investor. Founded by Jeet Chandan and Vidhit Mehta, the studio is developing Project Takedown, an action-adventure game set in a futuristic Mumbai. The founders studied at Jain International Residential School and Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce, respectively, and target a 2028 release.
IIT graduate’s father was a sweet seller in Lucknow; he got 48% in class 5, later went on to get top grades in IIT, today earns more than Rs 2 crore per year as AI engineer: ‘I earn in a month…’
Tejash Vaish was once part of a humble family in Lucknow, where his father made a living by selling sweets. Although he faced academic challenges throughout his school years, he ultimately changed his circumstances through dedication and effort. Currently, he has a computer science degree from IIT Kanpur and is employed in Dubai, earning an impressive yearly salary exceeding Rs 2.5 crore.
India adds 34 new universities to QS Asia rankings; top six slip
QS Asia University Rankings 2027: India has strengthened its higher education system, with 325 universities ranking in QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027. While the country added 34 new institutions, its leading universities experienced declines in their rankings. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi remained the highest-ranked institution but fell to 66th position. Despite setbacks, India excelled in research output relative to academic staff among Asian countries.
Students going abroad must return to country to give back to nation: DRDO DG Binay Das
Binay Kumar Das expressed the crucial importance for students studying abroad to keep their cultural roots and identity alive. At the Open House event held at the Indian Institute of Technology, he motivated students to return to India and make meaningful contributions.
IIT and IIM graduates shun startups as AI jobs gain appeal amid rising startup activity in India
Only 79 IIT alumni and 20 IIM alumni launched new tech startups between January and August this year, compared to 307 IIT graduates and 71 IIM graduates who founded startups in the entire 2025, according to Tracxn data collated for ET. The platform tracks only the year of incorporation for tech startups, so it does not have comparable January-August 2025 data.
IIT Guwahati, Tata Electronics join hands to build semiconductor talent pipeline
IIT Guwahati has signed an MoU with Tata Electronics to establish a Centre of Excellence for semiconductor education. This collaboration aims to develop educational programmes that align with industry needs and create skilled professionals. Additionally, the partnership will provide hands-on training opportunities for students at Tata Electronics. It includes developing relevant course content and training faculty from various institutions.
Centre to tap IITs, NITs for nuclear tech courses to power India's 100 GW dream
India is addressing the workforce challenge posed by its 100GW nuclear power goal through new courses. Leading technical institutes like IITs and NITs are expected to introduce nuclear tech programs. A dedicated institute for nuclear technology training is also being planned as workforce development efforts gain momentum. Current estimates show that 2.5 lakh skilled personnel will be needed in the coming two decades.
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