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IIT Kanpur bags 579 job offers at the end of Day 1 this placement season
The Class of 2025 at IIT Kanpur secured 579 job offers on the first day of the 2024-25 placement season. A total of 523 students received positions through campus placements and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs). There were 199 PPOs and 13 international job offers. Microsoft, Google, and Deutsche Bank were among the top recruiters.
JEE Advanced 2025 Exam Date Announced: Here is complete schedule
JEE Advanced 2025 Exam Date: IIT Kanpur has set May 18, 2025 as the date for JEE Advanced 2025. The exam includes two papers, each three hours long. JEE Main 2025 qualifiers can appear for JEE Advanced. Details on eligibility, application process, and fee will soon be available on the official website. Candidates should check the website regularly for updates.
?4.3 crore-plus top offer perks up IIT job scene
Jane Street has offered an IIT Madras student an annual package of ?4.3 crore-plus for a role in Hong Kong. This is the highest offer made through pre-placement offers at IITs this season. Several other high-paying offers were made by companies like BlackRock, Glean, and Da Vinci, indicating a better placement season than last year.
Placement season starts with burst of big-ticket offers at old IITs
As final placements for 2024-25 start at old IITs, top compensation offers of over Rs 1 crore come from firms like Optiver, Da Vinci, and Quantbox Research. High-paying roles include software development and quantitative research, with increasing CGPA requirements for candidates.
Hiring prospects better for IITs' class of 2025
Hiring sentiment is recovering for the Class of 2025 at the old Indian Institutes of Technology. Tech hiring is expected to rise by 10-15% compared to last year. Both established tech firms and new recruiters are participating. Placement cells have prepared by tapping alumni networks and inviting more companies, aiming for better results than last year.
IIT Kanpur's 7-year study finds PM 2.5 peaking in November third week
Delhi's air quality worsens between October and January. PM 2.5 levels peak in November's third week. The period from 10 pm to 11 am has the worst air quality. Daytime hours are better for outdoor activities. Pollution increases in October and peaks in November and December. Stricter measures are needed before November to improve air quality.
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Delhi's artificial rain plan remains stuck in barrage of letters
The Delhi government sought a detailed proposal from IIT Kanpur for a pilot project on artificial rain to tackle pollution. IIT Kanpur stated that a similar proposal was submitted last year, and they are awaiting necessary permissions from the Delhi government.
Technopark, IIT Kanpur joins hands with UAS Testing Foundation, Communication (Defence) Testing Foundation for defence testing infra
IIT Kanpur's Technopark has partnered with defence SPVs to establish testing centres for unmanned aerial systems and communication systems. Funded by the Ministry of Defence, these facilities aim to support the domestic defence industry and may evolve into certification centres in the future.
IIT Delhi rises to 44th in QS Asia University Rankings 2025, leading Indian institutions
IIT Delhi is now India's top university in the latest QS Asia University Rankings. It secured 44th position in Asia. IIT Delhi's improved research impact, academic reputation, and PhD-holding faculty contributed to its rise. The institute focuses on technology, startups, and societal problem-solving. IIT Bombay ranked 48th, followed by other Indian institutions in the top 100.
QS Rankings 2025: List of top 10 universities in Asia
In the latest QS Asia University Rankings, Peking University retains its top position. Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) demonstrate strong performance, with IIT Delhi climbing to 44th, surpassing IIT Bombay which dropped to 48th. Despite this, other leading Indian institutions experienced slight ranking declines, indicating heightened competition within the Asian academic landscape.
IIT Delhi graduates to the top, outpaces IIT Bombay in QS Asia Rankings
IIT Delhi has surpassed IIT Bombay to become India's top-ranked university in the QS Asia Rankings 2025. IIT Delhi's rise is attributed to significant improvements in citations per paper and faculty-student ratio, while both institutions maintain strong employer reputations and research output.
IIT Kanpur announces new admission entry for BTech and BS programmes via Olympiads other than JEE
Starting in the 2025-26 academic year, IIT Kanpur will offer admission to its B-Tech and BS programs based on performance in international Olympiads, in addition to the traditional JEE route. This new pathway will be open to students who have excelled in Olympiads in subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Informatics.
India's defence exports to touch Rs 50,000 crore in 2029-30: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India's Aatmanirbhar drive is showing success. He is confident that defence exports will hit Rs 50,000 crore by 2029-30.
Gopal Rai urges centre to expedite cloud seeding to combat air pollution
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has called on the central government to urgently convene a meeting with stakeholders to speed up approvals for cloud seeding. This emergency measure aims to mitigate the anticipated winter pollution spike, particularly post-Diwali, by inducing rain to cleanse the air of pollutants.
Vehicles, road dust & industries main Delhi-NCR polluters: Study
The Commission for Air Quality Monitoring is reviewing an IIT Kanpur-TERI report. It identifies road dust and traffic as the main pollution sources in Delhi. Industrial pollution dominates in the NCR. Corrective actions have been initiated, making coal-based plant emissions drop. The vehicle population in Delhi has significantly increased, affecting air quality.
IIM Lucknow, IIT Kanpur launch joint PG programme in healthcare management
IIM Lucknow and IIT Kanpur have launched a joint postgraduate programme in healthcare management. This initiative aims to integrate management principles with advanced medical technology, addressing the need for leadership in the healthcare industry. The programme will collaborate with international institutions and IIT Kanpur¡¯s Centre of Excellence in Digital Health to foster innovative solutions.
US firm ties up with Saankhya Labs for rollout of affordable D2M tech mobiles
Consumer trials will be conducted on a variety of D2M devices comprising smartphones, USB dongle accessories, set top boxes and gateways and also, low-cost feature phones, a statement from the Bengaluru-based Saankhya Labs said.
Dr D K Sunil appointed Chairman and Managing Director of HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd has appointed Dr D K Sunil as its new Chairman & Managing Director. Sunil, who joined HAL in 1987, previously served as Director (Engineering and R&D). His term will last until April 30, 2026. Sunil's leadership has been pivotal in developing new technologies and securing key projects for the company.
IIT Kanpur rolls out free online exam prep platform for CUET
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has launched 'Sathee CUET', an online platform for students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test. Developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, it offers free educational resources including recorded lectures, live sessions, and practice questions. The platform uses AI-driven analytics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
Watch: IIT Kanpur student tries sneaking into class; viral video sparks college nostalgia
A viral video from IIT Kanpur has captured a lighthearted moment where a student attempts to sneak into a lecture unnoticed. The student's stealthy entrance, met with giggles from classmates, quickly catches the attention of the amused professor. As the professor jokingly addresses the situation, the student makes a quick escape, leaving the entire class in laughter. The video, shared widely on social media, has resonated with viewers, sparking nostalgia for college days and showcasing the playful side of life at IIT.
Delhi contemplates using 'cloud seeding' to combat bad air: All you need to know about the process
The Delhi government is considering using cloud seeding to combat the city's air pollution. The method involves creating artificial rain to disperse pollutants, especially in winter. Experts indicate conditions must be right for the technique to be effective, with moisture levels and wind patterns playing critical roles.
International astronomers including IIT Kanpur professor discover 'super-Jupiter' exoplanet orbiting a Sun-like star
An international team, including Dr. Prashant Pathak from IIT-Kanpur, discovered a giant exoplanet, Epsilon Indi Ab (Eps Ind Ab), orbiting a Sun-like star. The exoplanet, six times the mass of Jupiter, is the first mature exoplanet found using direct imaging. The discovery, made with the James Webb Space Telescope, was published in Nature.
Nearby 'super-Jupiter' detected, could be one of coldest exoplanets, say researchers
As planets cool and contract over their lifetime, they become significantly fainter and, therefore, harder to image, they said. The US space agency has confirmed the existence of about 5,000 of the billion exoplanets in our galaxy. Orbiting the star Epsilon Indi A, Epsilon Indi Ab has been dubbed a "super-Jupiter".
OSU explores collaboration with premier Indian institutes
Oregon State University (OSU) is seeking partnerships with Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIITs). OSU president Jayathi Y Murthy announced they will visit IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Delhi, IIT-Madras, IIT-Hyderabad, and IIIT-Hyderabad to find research commonalities in AI and sustainability. The collaboration aims to enhance academic exchanges tackling challenges like AI and climate research.
Mend, don't throw away the safety NTA
Fixing NTA will also require regaining public trust. The committee must engage with stakeholders as well as experts, who can provide guidance on creating fail safes to localise and minimise impacts should the system be breached. Options for leveraging technology to improve the process and system - drawing on successful practices of similar organisations like ETS in the US - should be on the agenda.
Wadhwani Foundation ties up with 5 top schools, AICTE, C-CAMP for research commercialisation
Wadhwani Foundation partners with AICTE, IITs (Delhi, Bombay, Kanpur, Hyderabad), IISc Bangalore, and C-CAMP to establish WIN-COEs for commercializing academic innovations.
Inspiring! This IIT Kanpur graduate left a high-paying job to become a fitness trainer
Gupta, a graduate of the esteemed Indian Institute Of Technology Kanpur, surprised the world with a daring career transition¡ªshe departed from her position at a major multinational corporation to pursue her passion for becoming a fitness coach. Her LinkedIn post garnered widespread attention as she discussed the challenging decision she made and her determination to persevere, even after facing setbacks with her initial startup venture.
Aditya Srivastava from Lucknow tops UPSC CSE 2023: Check education qualification of former Goldman Sachs employee, IIT alumni
Aditya Srivastava, hailing from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, secures the top rank in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023, marking a remarkable achievement after dedicating himself to academic excellence and public service. His journey, from excelling in academics to transitioning from a corporate career to pursuing civil services, serves as an inspiration to aspiring civil servants nationwide.
IIT Kanpur alumnus Rajeev Gautam donates $250,000 to alma mater
The donation establishes three endowed programmes aimed at fostering innovation, excellence, and academic growth within the Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Kanpur.
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