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India Today
3 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
IIT Hyderabad Director BS Murty elected President of Indian Institute of Metals
Professor B S Murty, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), has been elected as the new President of the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM). He will officially take charge on August 1, 2025. The announcement was made during the institute's 79th Annual General Meeting in Kolkata, where outgoing President Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and Managing Director of JSW Group, handed over the Indian Institute of Metals, founded in 1946 with 42 members, has since grown into a premier professional body representing over 10,000 metallurgical and materials engineering experts across academia, research, and more than four decades of experience in teaching, research, and innovation, Professor Murty is regarded as one of India's most distinguished metallurgists. His pioneering work spans diverse areas such as non-equilibrium materials processing, high-entropy alloys, and advanced material development. Outlining his vision for IIM at the AGM, Prof. Murty said his focus will be on nurturing the science, design, engineering, and technology of minerals, metals, materials, and manufacturing. He emphasised the importance of creating platforms for young professionals, encouraging collaboration, and strengthening ties with academia, industry, and research institutions both in India and abroad. 'Carrying forward IIM's rich legacy while fostering innovation and inclusivity will be my key priorities,' he Murty's academic journey began with a diploma in metallurgy in 1983, followed by a BE from VRCE Nagpur in 1986, and postgraduate studies at IISc Bangalore, where he earned his ME in 1988 and PhD in 1992. He served at IIT Kharagpur for 12 years and later as a professor at IIT Madras for 15 years before assuming the role of Director at IIT Hyderabad in 2019. Currently in his second term, he will continue leading IITH until his leadership at IITH, Professor Murty also serves as an Institute Professor at IIT Madras and holds adjunct faculty positions at Toronto Metropolitan University, University of British Columbia, and Swinburne University in Australia.A prolific researcher, he has authored over 500 scientific papers, written four books, supervised 56 PhD scholars, and completed nearly 75 sponsored research projects worth approximately ?200 crore. He has also filed more than 15 patents. His contributions have earned him several prestigious honors, including the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award, the National Metallurgist Award, the Distinguished Alumnus Awards from IISc and VNIT, the INAE Outstanding Teacher Award, a Lifetime Achievement Award from IIT Madras, and an Honorary Doctorate from Deakin University.- EndsMust Watch
Indian Express
6 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
IIT Hyderabad Director appointed as President of Indian Institute of Metals
Professor B S Murty, Director of Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) has been elected president of the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM). He will assume office on August 1, 2025. His appointment was announced at the IIM's 79th Annual General Meeting held on July 26 in Kolkata, where outgoing President Sajjan Jindal, Chairman and MD of JSW Group, formally handed over the role. Professor B S Murty, according to an IIT Hyderabad statement, is a renowned metallurgist. The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) was established in 1946 with 42 founding members, has grown as a professional body representing metallurgical and materials engineering professionals across academia, industry, and research and has reached a membership of over 10,000, the statement added. Prof. B S Murty brings with him a wealth of experience spanning four decades in metallurgical education, research, and innovation. A distinguished academic and researcher, Prof Murty has made contributions in areas including non-equilibrium materials processing, high entropy alloys, and advanced materials development. Prof Murty outlined his vision at AGM and said 'I emphasized the importance of carrying forward the rich legacy of the organisation while actively advancing its vision and mission. My primary focus will be on promoting the Science, Design, Engineering, and Technology associated with Minerals, Metals, Materials, and Manufacturing. I aim to actively engage young professionals and create vibrant platforms for the exchange of ideas, dissemination of technological innovations, and collaborative efforts. Strengthening ties between IIM and stakeholders from Industry, Academia, Research institutions, and Professional bodies—both in India and globally—will be a key priority. As a step forward, we have already inducted several talented young professionals from Academic, Industrial, and Research backgrounds into the IIM Council.' Prof B S Murty's started his academic journey with a Diploma in Metallurgy (1983) and obtained his BE (1986) from VRCE Nagpur, ME (1988) and PhD (1992) from IISc, Bangalore. After serving at IIT Kharagpur for 12 years between 1992 and 2004), he has been a Professor at IIT Madras for 15 years (2004-2019) before taking up the Director's position at IIT Hyderabad in August 2019. He is now on a second term as Director of IITH until 2030. He is an Institute Professor at IIT Madras and an Adjunct Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, University of British Columbia, Canada and Swinburne University, Australia. Prof Murty has authored 500+ journal publications, 4 books, supervised 56 PhDs, completed about 75 Sponsored research projects (around Rs. 200 Cr) and filed 15+ patents. He is a recipient of numerous awards including Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award, Distinguished Alumnus Award of IISc and VNIT, National Metallurgist Award, Honorary Doctorate from Deakin University, INAE Outstanding Teacher award, Lifetime Achievement Award of IIT Madras and EMSI.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Give wings to India's chip dreams, minister tells students
India aims to produce its first commercial semiconductor chip by year-end, according to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Speaking at IIT Hyderabad's convocation, where 1,273 students graduated, he noted that eight student-designed chips were successfully 'taped out'. HYDERABAD: India is aiming to produce its first commercial-scale semiconductor chip by year-end, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, adding that eight out of 20 chips designed by students - including some from IIT Hyderabad, were succesfully 'taped out'. Taping out signifies the completion of a chip's design phase and commencement of its manufacturing process. The union minister was addressing IITH students during the institute's convocation ceremony held on Friday. A total of 1,273 students received their degrees. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad "You are entering a period of uncertainty, but also opportunity. There is huge turmoil in the outside world, but your foundation and value system will lead our country forward." He mentioned developments under the India AI Mission and said India built its own 4G telecom stack, which is ready to be upgraded to 5G. Speaking about railways, he referred to Kavach, an automatic train protection system developed in Hyderabad and now being implemented across the country. B S Murty, Director, said, "IITH was granted the status of Institute of National Eminence and recorded its highest annual research and development funding in 2024-25." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Walmart Cameras Captured These Hilarious 20 Photos Undo He also highlighted the graduation of students from newly introduced programmes focused on emerging areas of science and technology. Rahul Ramachandran, a student of the dept of computer science and engineering, was awarded the President of India's Gold Medal. The convocation marked the graduation of first batches from several new programmes: BTech in biotech and bioinformatics, computational engineering, and industrial chemistry; MTech in quantum and solid-state devices and sustainable engineering; MSc in medical physics; and the first PhD scholar in AI.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Give wings to India's semiconductor dreams, Union minister tells students at IITH convocation
Hyderabad: A total of 1,273 students received their degrees during the convocation ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) held on Friday. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed the students and said, 'You are entering a period of uncertainty, but also opportunity. There is a huge turmoil outside the world, but your foundation and value system will lead our country forward. ' He spoke about the govt's focus on electronics manufacturing and the Semiconductor Mission, and said India will produce its first commercial-scale semiconductor chip in 2025. Six fabrication units are under construction, and eight out of twenty chips designed by students, including some from IIT Hyderabad, were successfully taped out, he said. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad He also mentioned developments under the India AI Mission and said India built its own 4G telecom stack, which is ready to be upgraded to 5G. Speaking about railways, he referred to Kavach, an automatic train protection system developed in Hyderabad and now being implemented across the country. B S Murty, Director, said, 'IITH was granted the status of Institute of National Eminence and recorded its highest annual research and development funding in 2024–25.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo He also highlighted the graduation of students from newly introduced programs focused on emerging areas of science and technology. Rahul Ramachandran, a student from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, was awarded the President of India Gold Medal. The convocation marked the graduation of the first batches from several new programs: BTech in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Computational Engineering, and Industrial Chemistry; MTech in Quantum and Solid-State Devices and Sustainable Engineering; MSc in Medical Physics; and the first PhD scholar in Artificial Intelligence.
Hans India
13-06-2025
- Science
- Hans India
IIT-H, Central Sanskrit University ink pact to boost cooperation, research
Hyderabad: In a significant move to enhance interdisciplinary research and foster academic collaboration, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and the Central Sanskrit University (CSU) in New Delhi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting mutual cooperation in the fields of Sanskrit, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), and technology-enabled research. The partnership merges IITH, a leading institution in cutting-edge research and innovation, with CSU, a central university focused on preserving and advancing Sanskrit and India's rich traditional knowledge systems. The partnership between both institutes of higher education will focus on academic collaboration in Sanskrit, Indian Knowledge Systems, linguistics, computational Sanskrit, Vedic sciences, philosophy, and related disciplines; exchange programs for faculty, researchers, and students to facilitate shared learning and collaborative research initiatives; organization of joint academic events, including workshops, conferences, lecture series, and summer schools; mutual access to academic and library resources, manuscript repositories, and archival collections; development and supervision of interdisciplinary research projects and programs that integrate traditional knowledge with modern technology. And regular exchange of academic publications, course materials, and research outputs to enhance the quality of scholarship and learning. Speaking on the collaboration's potential between the two, Prof B S Murty, Director of IIT Hyderabad, stated, 'This partnership with Central Sanskrit University (CSU) offers a unique opportunity to merge the depth of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) with the innovation-driven environment of IITH. The Department of Heritage Science and Technology at IITH, in conjunction with CSU, aims to unlock new dimensions in research and education by engaging traditional wisdom in conversation with modern science and technology.' Highlighting the significance of the MoU, Vice Chancellor of CSU, Prof Shrinivasa Varakhedi, explained, 'This agreement marks a historic step in reviving India's knowledge tradition. We view Sanskrit not merely as a language but as a vast reservoir of scientific thought, profound philosophical insights, and a living embodiment of India's cultural and intellectual heritage.'
