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IIT Delhi Welcomes Delegation from the University of Saskatchewan to Explore Collaborative Opportunities

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IIT Delhi Welcomes Delegation from the University of Saskatchewan to Explore Collaborative Opportunities

November 03, 2025 | 91̽��

The 91̽�� was delighted to host a distinguished delegation from the University of Saskatchewan, led by President Dr. Peter Stoicheff. The visit focused on strengthening academic ties and exploring future collaborations across multiple disciplines.

During the interaction, the Director of IIT Delhi shared insights into the Institute’s academic programmes, cutting-edge research, and innovation ecosystem spanning various departments. The discussions highlighted potential partnerships in areas such as medicine, mining, agritech, and energy, with a shared interest in advancing research and technology for global impact.

The meeting underscored a mutual commitment to fostering international academic cooperation and facilitating multidisciplinary research efforts between India and Canada.

The delegation included Dr. Peter Stoicheff, Dr. Kathryn Warden, Dr. Baljit Singh, and Dr. Ajay Dalai. Representing IIT Delhi were Prof. Anil Verma, Prof. Rajendra Singh, and Prof. Prabal Talukdar.

IIT Delhi looks forward to building a strong partnership with the University of Saskatchewan and advancing joint research across these vital domains.

Celebrating Global Culture at IIT Delhi

root — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:23:00 +0000

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Celebrating Global Culture at IIT Delhi !

October 30, 2025 | 91̽��

The 91̽��, in collaboration with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), hosted a vibrant International Cultural Event on 30^th October 2025, bringing together students, faculty, and guests for an evening filled with art, rythm, and cultural harmony.

The event began with an address highlighting IIT Delhi’s commitment to fostering internationalization and cultural inclusivity on campus. The performances that followed beautifully reflected India's artistic heritage and the global diversity of IIT Delhi’s student community.

The audience was captivated by:

Ms. Purnima Roy, a renowned Kathak dancer, who enthralled the gathering with her graceful expressions and rhythm.
The Rajasthani Folk Dance & Music group led by Shri Ismail Khan Langa from Jodhpur whose soulful tunes and energetic dance brought alive the essence of Rajasthan’s rich tradition.
International students of IIT Delhi, who showcased their own cultural performances, adding a truly global flair to the evening.

The celebration concluded with a networking get-together over dinner, where participants interacted and shared experiences, strengthening bonds across cultures.

IIT Delhi Hosts Government Delegation from Burkina Faso to Explore Collaboration Opportunities

root — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:20:00 +0000

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IIT Delhi Hosts Government Delegation from Burkina Faso to Explore Collaboration Opportunities

October 30, 2025 | 91̽��

The 91̽�� (IIT Delhi) was honored to welcome a government delegation from Burkina Faso, led by Dr. Doulaye Sanou, Secretary General, Ministry of Energy, Burkina Faso. The visit aimed to explore avenues of collaboration in education, research, and training.

During the visit, the Director of IIT Delhi provided an overview of the Institute’s academic programmes, advanced research facilities, and its dynamic startup incubation ecosystem. The discussions focused on developing capacity-building initiatives, including workshops and training programmes in Burkina Faso, particularly in the field of energy.

The delegation expressed keen interest in establishing long-term partnerships to promote knowledge exchange and skill development. IIT Delhi reiterated its commitment to fostering international collaborations that contribute to global education and innovation.

The visiting delegation comprised Dr. Doulaye Sanou; Dr. Boukari Koutou, Director General of Energy; and Mr. Aime Yves Bado, Minister Counsellor at the Embassy of Burkina Faso. Representing IIT Delhi were Prof. Anil Verma, Prof. Virendra Kumar Vijay, Prof. Vivek Kumar, and Prof. Priyanka Kaushal, all from the Centre for Rural Development and Technology (CRDT).

IIT Delhi looks forward to strengthening its ties with academic institutions in Burkina Faso to advance shared goals in education, research, and sustainable energy development.

IIT Delhi and HSE University Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration

root — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:04:00 +0000

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IIT Delhi and HSE University Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration

October 29, 2025 | 91̽��

An important milestone was achieved in strengthening the academic partnership between the 91̽�� (IIT Delhi) and HSE University.

The two institutions took a significant step forward in realizing the potential of their collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to deepen research collaboration and foster joint academic initiatives between IIT Delhi and HSE University.

During the MoU signing, Prof. Anil Verma, Dean (International Programmes), IIT Delhi, and Dr. Anna Tyshetskaya, Vice-Chancellor & Director, HSE University – Saint Petersburg, discussed multiple avenues of engagement to promote joint academic and research initiatives.

Both institutions expressed enthusiasm for creating opportunities that bring together faculty and students to foster impactful and collaborative research outcomes.

HSE University Delegation

Dr. Anna Tyshetskaya
Vice-Chancellor & Director, HSE University – Saint Petersburg
Associate Professor, Department of Media, School of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Manoj Sharma
Vice President, HSE University – Saint Petersburg
Mr. Selivanov Dmitry
Head, Department of India, HSE University – Saint Petersburg
Ms. Daria Ivanova
Assistant to Director (International Relations), HSE University – Saint Petersburg

The visit underscored the shared vision of IIT Delhi and HSE University to advance global academic partnerships and drive collaborative innovation.

IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from the University of Liège, Belgium

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IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from University of Liège

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IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from the University of Liège, Belgium

October 28, 2025 | 91̽��

The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi) was pleased to welcome a delegation from the University of Liège (ULiège), Belgium, led by Prof. Pierre Duysinx, Vice-Rector for Mobility and International Affairs.

The meeting began with a presentation by Prof. Anil Verma, Dean (International Programmes), who shared an overview of IIT Delhi and its global engagement initiatives. The ULiège delegation presented their internationalisation activities, with a special focus on their work in space sciences, aerospace and mechanical engineering, and interdisciplinary AI.

The discussions explored avenues for collaboration, particularly in the areas of physics, astrophysics, and geophysics, with both sides expressing enthusiasm to strengthen academic and research ties.

Delegation from University of Liège

Prof. Jean Surdej, Astrophysicist, University of Liège
Dr. Anna Surdej, University of Liège
Prof. Pierre Duysinx, Vice Rector, International Affairs
Prof. Michael De Becker, Department of Astrophysics, Geophysics and Oceanography
Dr. Anthony Cioppa, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Dr. Christophe Grodent, Principal Project Manager, CSL (Centre Spatial de Liège) and STAR Research Unit
Prof. Serge Habraken, Department of Physics and STAR Research Unit
Ms. Oriana Bertucci, Director of International Relations

IIT Delhi Faculty Present

Prof. Suprit Singh, Department of Physics
Prof. Anil Verma, Dean (International Programmes)
Prof. Abhishek Iyer, Department of Physics
Prof. Ashmeet Singh, Department of Physics
Prof. Jitender Madaan, Department of Management Studies
Prof. Aakash Arora, Centre for Applied Research in Electronics (CARE)
Prof. Om Prakash, Department of Chemical Engineering

The meeting concluded with both institutions expressing optimism about establishing meaningful academic partnerships and exploring joint initiatives in research, innovation, and student mobility.

IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from the University of Tokyo

root — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:04:00 +0000

IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from University of Tokyo

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IIT Delhi Hosts Delegation from the University of Tokyo

October 27, 2025 | 91̽��

The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi) was delighted to host Prof. Ippei Maruyama from the Department of Architecture and Prof. Yuya Takahashi from the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Tokyo (UTokyo).

During their interaction with the Director, IIT Delhi, in the presence of Prof. Anil Verma, Dean (International Programmes), and Prof. Shashank Bishnoi from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, discussions focused on strengthening academic cooperation between the two institutions.

The dialogue explored potential areas of collaboration including co-supervision of research scholars, faculty and student mobility, joint workshops, and winter/summer schools.

Both sides expressed a shared commitment to deepening the IIT Delhi–University of Tokyo partnership and to exploring new avenues of engagement in research and education.

IIT Delhi looks forward to taking this collaboration to the next level.

IIT Delhi Welcomes Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Nireka Amarasuriya to Strengthen Bilateral Academic Ties

root — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:20:00 +0000

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IIT Delhi Welcomes Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Nireka Amarasuriya to Strengthen Bilateral Academic Ties

October 17, 2025 | 91̽��

The 91̽�� was honoured to host Her Excellency Harini Nireka Amarasuriya, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, during her visit to India on October 17, 2025.

The delegation engaged with IIT Delhi’s leadership, faculty, international students, and start-ups incubated on campus.

The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka expressed keen interest in enhancing bilateral cooperation, stating that the primary objective of the visit was to explore avenues for strengthening collaboration between Sri Lanka and IIT Delhi. Emphasizing the ongoing partnerships with Sri Lankan universities, the Prime Minister highlighted that both nations have set ambitious goals in the education and IT sectors and reaffirmed a commitment to deepening the relationship further.

Prof. Arvind K Nema, Deputy Director (Operations), welcomed the delegation and highlighted mutual opportunities for capacity building and knowledge exchange between the two nations.

On this occasion, Prof. Anil Verma, Dean (International Programmes), presented an overview of IIT Delhi and highlighted the existing academic and research collaborations between IIT Delhi and Sri Lankan universities. He also proposed establishing a Sri Lanka Academic and Research Hub at IIT Delhi to strengthen bilateral cooperation in education, research, and innovation.

IIT Delhi currently enrolls a limited number of students from Sri Lanka and seeks to further expand its collaborative initiatives aimed at capacity building. Sri Lankan students are encouraged to pursue Master’s, Ph.D., and B.Tech. programmes at IIT Delhi and its international campus in Abu Dhabi.

“The establishment of dedicated scholarships funded by the Government of Sri Lanka for postgraduate studies at IIT Delhi is expected to serve as a catalyst for advancing capacity building,” Prof. Nema remarked.

Start-ups incubated at FITT–IIT Delhi showcased their innovations to the visiting dignitaries. CYRAN AI presented its BUDDHI AI DIY Kit for STEM education, while Cluix demonstrated its portable water quality analyser. The Prime Minister also witnessed several other emerging technologies at IIT Delhi’s Research and Innovation Park.

The visit marked a significant step toward deepening Indo–Sri Lankan academic partnerships and fostering regional collaboration in education, research, and innovation.

IIT Delhi Hosts Japanese Delegation to Strengthen India–Japan Academic and Industry Collaboration

root — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:33:00 +0000

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IIT Delhi Hosts Japanese Delegation to Strengthen India–Japan Academic and Industry Collaboration

October 15, 2025 | 91̽��

The 91̽�� was pleased to welcome Mr. Sadayuki Komori (Council Member, Takatsuki City, Osaka), Mr. Daiki Yoshimura (Member, Higashi-Osaka City Council), and Ms. Jenica Kalra (Assistant Director, JETRO) on 15th October 2025 for an interactive session focused on fostering academic, cultural, and industry collaboration between India and Japan.

The session was chaired by Prof. Anil Verma, Dean, International Programmes, IIT Delhi, and featured engaging discussions on strengthening partnerships, promoting student exchanges, and exploring new avenues for collaboration. An overview of the Japanese Language Programme under the Indian and Foreign Language Learning Programme (IFLLP) was also presented, followed by an interactive session with students.

Prof. Rajendra Singh, Associate Dean, Research and Development, highlighted IIT Delhi’s existing collaborations with Japanese stakeholders and emphasised the importance of enhancing them through meaningful knowledge exchange.

We were delighted to host the delegation for a productive exchange of ideas aimed at building sustainable academic and corporate linkages between the two nations.

India–Japan Collaboration in Science & Technology | ICFAST 2025

root — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:42:00 +0000

New Delhi, October 12, 2025: 91̽�� was honoured to host the International Conference on Frontier Areas of Science and Technology (ICFAST 2025), jointly organised by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), the Indian JSPS Alumni Association (IJAA), and the 91̽��.

Organised as part of the India–Japan Year of Science, Technology & Innovation Exchanges 2025, the conference brought together leading researchers, academicians, and policymakers to discuss advances in AI, quantum science, materials research, and sustainable technologies.

The Keynote Lecture was delivered by Dr. Akira Yoshino, Nobel Laureate (2019, Chemistry), recognised for his pioneering work on Lithium-ion Batteries (LIBs) — a landmark innovation that transformed portable energy systems worldwide.

The inauguration was graced by:

H.E. Mr. Ono Keiichi, Ambassador of Japan to India (Chief Guest)
Prof. Vivek Buwa, Deputy Director (DDSP), IIT Delhi
Prof. D. Sakthi Kumar, Chairman, IJAA
Prof. Anil Verma, Dean, International Programmes, IIT Delhi
Dr. Manoranjan Mohanty, DST, Government of India
Ms. Deepa Gopalan Wadhwa, Former Ambassador to Japan
Mr. Ito Sotaro, Deputy Director General, JST, Japan
Prof. Yoshio Otani, Director, JSPS Bangkok Office

ICFAST2025 featured enriching plenary lectures by distinguished speakers from Kyushu University, University of Tokyo, Nagoya University, Shimane University, and premier Indian institutions including IIT Delhi, JNU, DTU, and SSPL.

Such initiatives reaffirm the strong and growing India–Japan partnership in advancing global innovation, sustainability, and scientific excellence.

Bridging Startup Ecosystems: IIT Delhi Hosts Iranian Tech Delegation

root — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:08:00 +0000

It was a pleasure to welcome a delegation from the Technology Section of the Embassy of the I.R. of Iran to the .

The discussions revolved around building stronger ties in innovation and entrepreneurship, and it was inspiring to see their keen interest in our start-up ecosystem. The delegation also had the opportunity to interact with IIT Delhi–incubated start-ups, witnessing firsthand the creativity and impact driven by our young innovators.

Looking forward to seeing meaningful collaborations emerge between Iranian universities and IIT Delhi, fostering shared growth in research, technology, and innovation.