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Economic Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Eight chipsets designed by IIT students sent to fabs: IT Minister Vaishnaw
TIL Creatives Students at Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have designed 20 chipsets and eight of them have already been 'taped out' and sent to global foundries and the Semi-Conductor Laboratory in Mohali for fabrication, electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on at the 14th convocation ceremony of IIT-Hyderabad, Vaishnaw also reiterated that the first commercial-scale, made in India semiconductor chip will be built this year. IIT students designed the chipsets using tools provided under the government's India Semiconductor Mission. A chip is a single piece of semiconductor material, typically silicon, onto which an electronic circuit is etched while a chipset is a group of interconnected chips designed to work together to manage and direct the flow of data between the processor, memory, storage, and other peripherals in a computing device. Taping out means completion of the design process before sending to a manufacturing facility or foundry for fabrication. As of July 2025, India has six semiconductor fabrication plants (fabs) approved or under development. Founded in 1976, the government-owned Semi-Conductor Laboratory remains operational but only at legacy technology nodes. "The way we are going into the building of capital equipment and materials needed to build semiconductors, India will become one of the top-5 semiconductor nations in the coming years," Vaishnaw credited the spurt in semiconductor research to the government providing the latest electronic design automation tools (EDA) to 270 colleges and 70 startups. As many as 700 students at IIT-Hyderabad used these tools for a cumulative 300,000 hours over the past six months, the minister said the Centre's open-source artificial intelligence resources platform, AIKosh, now has 880 data sets and 200-plus models electronics exports have topped $40 billion, marking an eight-fold increase over the last 11 years. "In just 11 years, we have increased our electronics production six times. That's a CAGR double digit, which any corporate would be envious of,' he said. Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. What's keeping real retail investors out of the Nvidia rally If data is the new oil, are data centres the smokestacks of the digital age? The hybrid vs. EV rivalry: Why Maruti and Mahindra pull in different directions. What's best? Instagram and YouTube make billions off creators. Should they pay up for their mental health? Trent trips on the ramp. Is it still worth the splurge or time to change brands? Best way to deal with volatility, just ' Hold' for wealth creation: 7 large-cap stocks with an upside potential of up to 41% Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement with an upside potential of 16 to 38% in 1 year Headwinds, yes, but long-term story intact. 7 stocks from the engineering sector with upside potential from 21 to 42%
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Eight chipsets designed by IIT students sent to fabs: IT Minister Vaishnaw
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Students at Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have designed 20 chipsets and eight of them have already been 'taped out' and sent to global foundries and the Semi-Conductor Laboratory in Mohali for fabrication, electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on at the 14th convocation ceremony of IIT-Hyderabad, Vaishnaw also reiterated that the first commercial-scale, made in India semiconductor chip will be built this year. IIT students designed the chipsets using tools provided under the government's India Semiconductor Mission A chip is a single piece of semiconductor material, typically silicon, onto which an electronic circuit is etched while a chipset is a group of interconnected chips designed to work together to manage and direct the flow of data between the processor, memory, storage, and other peripherals in a computing device. Taping out means completion of the design process before sending to a manufacturing facility or foundry for of July 2025, India has six semiconductor fabrication plants (fabs) approved or under development. Founded in 1976, the government-owned Semi-Conductor Laboratory remains operational but only at legacy technology nodes."The way we are going into the building of capital equipment and materials needed to build semiconductors, India will become one of the top-5 semiconductor nations in the coming years," Vaishnaw credited the spurt in semiconductor research to the government providing the latest electronic design automation tools (EDA) to 270 colleges and 70 startups. As many as 700 students at IIT-Hyderabad used these tools for a cumulative 300,000 hours over the past six months, the minister said the Centre's open-source artificial intelligence resources platform, AIKosh, now has 880 data sets and 200-plus models electronics exports have topped $40 billion, marking an eight-fold increase over the last 11 years. "In just 11 years, we have increased our electronics production six times. That's a CAGR double digit, which any corporate would be envious of,' he said.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Eight out of 20 semiconductor chips designed by students: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The country's six-decade aspiration to produce commercial-scale chips has finally come to fruition this year. Six semiconductor units are under construction, with major design and talent development efforts under way. Eight out of 20 semiconductor chips designed by students — many from IIT Hyderabad — have already been successfully taped out (completion of design phase), Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. Addressing graduating students at the 14th convocation of Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, Sangareddy, on Saturday, he spoke about advancements under the IndianAI Mission, telecom self-reliance — developing own 4G stack that is upgradable to 5G in three-and-a-half years, railway modernisation and indigenous innovation, particularly automatic train protection system Kavach, developed in Hyderabad and being implemented across the rail network. 'Today's graduates are entering a world of great uncertainty, but also immense opportunity, supported by a strong foundation built over the past decade,' he said, stressing the country's technological transformation such as in electronics manufacturing and India Semiconductor Mission. Mr. Vaishnaw invoked the country's economic leadership before colonial rule and called upon today's youth to lead the country back to being among the top two global economies by 2047. A total of 1,273 degrees, including 460 134 PhD and other courses, were awarded at the ceremony. Rahul Ramachandran of the Department of Computer Science won the President of India Gold Medal. Institute's gold medals were presented to Harmanpreet Singh, Ajith BS and Rishitha Mudunuri. Director, IITH, BS Murty presented the institute's report. He said the ceremony marks the graduation of the first cohorts of several new interdisciplinary programmes, including in Biotechnology & Bioinformatics, Computational Engineering, and Industrial Chemistry; in Quantum & Solid-State Devices and Sustainable Engineering; MSc in Medical Physics; and the first PhD in Artificial Intelligence. IITH was granted the 'Institute of National Eminence' status and recorded the highest-ever annual R&D funding in 2024–25, he informed.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
DTU Launches New BTech, MTech Courses; Collaborates With Foreign Universities
Last Updated: Admission to DTU's BTech programmes is based on JEE Main scores and Joint Admission Counseling (JAC) Delhi, while MTech admissions require a GATE score or DTU's entrance exam. Delhi Technological University (DTU) is garnering attention with its plans to introduce BTech and MTech courses in collaboration with foreign universities. DTU will launch programmes focused on innovation, including AI, cyber security, and semiconductors. This initiative, in line with the National Education Policy 2020, aims to provide students with excellent global opportunities in technical education. DTU's National Institute of Solar Energy and QUAD-STEM programme allow students to participate in international research and exchange programmes. Collaborations with prominent universities in Singapore, Canada, and Europe have enhanced DTU's global reputation. Furthermore, by establishing new centres like the Centre for Community Development and the Centre for Energy Transformation, the university is addressing social and environmental issues. New BTech courses: Undergraduate programmes in Data Science and Analytics, Cyber Security, and VLSI Design and Technology, aligned with the Government of India's India Semiconductor Mission and India AI Mission. New MTech courses: Master's programmes in Cyber Security, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), and Renewable Energy Systems, focusing on solving social and environmental challenges. Geospatial Science: DTU has founded the Department of Geospatial Science and Technology and initiated a postgraduate course in this field. Between 2012 and 2021, DTU signed over 30 MoUs with universities in Singapore, Canada, Europe, and other countries, collaborating with institutions such as Nanyang Technological University, University of Calgary, and CERN to offer students global research opportunities. In line with NEP 2020, DTU has launched new courses emphasizing research, digital education, and multidisciplinary learning. Admission to DTU's BTech programmes is based on JEE Main scores and Joint Admission Counseling (JAC) Delhi, while MTech admissions require a GATE score or DTU's entrance exam for non-GATE candidates. For the latest admission updates, visit DTU's official website at where comprehensive course details are also available. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 18:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
US eases restrictions on China: Will this hurt India's semiconductor ambitions?
The recent US decision to ease export restrictions on Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software to China represents a significant shift in the global semiconductor landscape. While this development may appear to benefit Chinese chip manufacturers, the implications for India's semiconductor ambitions are far more complex and potentially transformative. In May 2025, the Trump administration initially imposed stringent controls on EDA software exports to China, requiring licences for the sale of critical chip design tools from companies like Cadence, Synopsys and Siemens. However, just weeks later, the US government reversed course, lifting these export restrictions as part of a broader bilateral agreement. This reversal, negotiated during talks in London in June 2025, saw the US agree to lift export restrictions on chip design software in exchange for China's commitment to approve exports of rare earth elements to the US. For India, this development arrives at a crucial juncture in its semiconductor journey. The country has been aggressively pursuing semiconductor self-reliance through its India Semiconductor Mission, which offers up to 50 per cent fiscal support for approved semiconductor fabrication projects. The government's Design-linked Incentive (DLI) scheme provides matching investment support to accelerate the development of India's semiconductor design ecosystem. With Prime Minister Modi recently launching three semiconductor plants valued at over $15 billion, India is clearly positioning itself as a major player in global semiconductor manufacturing. On one hand, it removes a temporary competitive advantage that Indian semiconductor companies might have enjoyed while Chinese firms faced technology access limitations. Chinese companies can now resume full access to cutting-edge EDA tools, potentially accelerating their chip design capabilities and market competitiveness. This could intensify competition in global semiconductor markets where Indian companies are seeking to establish themselves. However, the broader implications may actually favour India's long-term semiconductor strategy. The rapid reversal of export restrictions demonstrates the volatile nature of technology trade policies and the risks of over-dependence on any single market or technology provider. This uncertainty is likely to drive multinational semiconductor companies to diversify their operations and supply chains more aggressively, creating opportunities for India as a stable, democratic alternative. Indian semiconductor entities are already showing promising signs of growth in this environment. The country's semiconductor market, valued at $35.18 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a remarkable 27.2 per cent CAGR through 2030. Tata Electronics has signed strategic partnerships with Tokyo Electron for equipment and services, focusing on workforce training and R&D enhancement. These developments demonstrate India's commitment to building a comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem that extends beyond mere manufacturing to include design capabilities. The EDA restrictions episode also highlights the critical importance of developing indigenous capabilities. While the immediate restrictions have been lifted, the fact that they were imposed at all underscores the vulnerability of any country dependent on foreign technology tools. India's semiconductor ambitions must include developing domestic EDA tools and capabilities to ensure long-term strategic autonomy. The country should view this as an opportunity to accelerate investments in indigenous semiconductor design software and tools. The geopolitical dynamics surrounding semiconductor technology also present India with unique advantages. As tensions between the US and China continue to shape global technology trade, India's position as a trusted partner for democratic nations becomes increasingly valuable. The country's participation in initiatives like the Quad's semiconductor partnership and its growing ties with Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan position it well to benefit from the ongoing realignment in global semiconductor supply chains. For Indian semiconductor companies, the current environment offers several strategic opportunities. First, the uncertainty around US-China technology trade is likely to drive demand for supply chain diversification, potentially benefiting Indian firms. Second, multinational corporations seeking to reduce their dependence on Chinese suppliers may be more willing to invest in Indian capabilities and partnerships. Third, the focus on supply chain resilience may lead to premium pricing for trusted alternatives, potentially improving margins for Indian companies. The Indian government's response to these developments will be crucial. Beyond the existing financial incentives, India needs to invest heavily in semiconductor education, research infrastructure, and indigenous technology development. The country should also consider establishing its own EDA development programmes, possibly through public-private partnerships or in collaboration with allied nations. The recent policy volatility should serve as a catalyst for India to accelerate its domestic semiconductor capabilities. Looking ahead, the semiconductor industry's future will likely be characterised by continued geopolitical tensions and policy volatility. The rapid reversal of EDA restrictions suggests that technology trade policies may become increasingly transactional and subject to broader diplomatic negotiations. For India, this environment of uncertainty creates opportunities to position itself as a stable, reliable partner for global semiconductor companies seeking to diversify their operations. The challenge for India is to leverage this opportunity while building sufficient indigenous capabilities to avoid dependence on any single country or technology provider. Success will require sustained government support, strategic international partnerships, and a commitment to developing comprehensive domestic semiconductor capabilities across the entire value chain. The recent EDA restrictions episode may ultimately prove to be a catalyst for India's semiconductor ambitions, highlighting both the opportunities and risks in the current global technology landscape. With the right policies and investments, India can emerge as a major beneficiary of the ongoing restructuring of global semiconductor supply chains, transforming from a chip importer to a trusted global semiconductor partner. The writer, a defence and cyber security analyst, is former country head of General Dynamics
