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The Hindu
22-07-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
IIT Bhubaneswar launches M.Tech in Systems Engineering for industry professionals
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar on Monday announced the launch of the blended mode programme in Systems Engineering, designed specifically for working professionals in the industry. The programme is set to commence soon, with participation from eligible industry professionals eager to advance their systems engineering competencies through this flexible learning model, the institute said. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, enabling engineers with a minimum of three years of experience in plants or industrial settings to enhance their expertise in Modern Systems Engineering, the institute said in a statement on Monday. This programme aims to help participants build the knowledge needed for understanding the behaviour of engineering systems through its courses on Modelling of System Behaviour, Testing Systems Performance, Design of Systems and the tools and techniques for predicting system behaviour, such as reliability engineering, statistical machine learning, the statement said. The institute said that the curriculum for the course was developed in collaboration with Applied Materials India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Applied Materials, Inc, the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor industry. Speaking on the launch of the programme, Director of IIT Bhubaneswar, Shreepad Karmalkar, said, "Such programmes foster deeper collaboration between academia and industry. Beyond professional development, they open avenues for joint R&D (research and development), leading to innovations that can significantly benefit society and contribute to the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat."
India Today
24-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
Not just coders, India needs other engineers too: IIT directors
In a recent panel at IIT Madras, directors of five IITs warned of the growing 'herd mentality' amongst students and parents fixated on Computer Science Engineering (CSE). They stressed that India urgently needs talent across other critical sectors to fuel growth and trend is driven by lucrative starting salaries in software roles, noted Shreepad Karmalkar of IITBhubaneswar: 'This herd mentality needs to be gotten rid of.' He pointed out that students often make choices based on perceived financial outcomes, rather than national or societal that focus leaves key industries—such as semiconductors, batteries, materials, chemicals and sustainability—understaffed and FOR A BROADER ENGINEERING VISION V Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, said, 'The country needs toppers in civil services. Only then can technology reach the common man and solve problems.' He stressed that India's technological progress requires well-rounded leadership in governance, not just in (IITTirupati) said a 'big vacuum' exists in sunrise sectors like batteries and semiconductors, making chemical and materials engineers truly 'the need of the hour.'BSMurty of IITHyderabad urged students to put national interest above personal gain, while VenkappayyaRDesai (IITDharwad) encouraged creative efforts aimed at societal ENGINEERING EDUCATIONPanel members stressed that 21stcentury engineering education must evolve. They advocated:Greater interdisciplinary learning, combining core engineering with computer science, AI and academicindustry partnerships to ensure realworld inclusivity to bring in students from varied socioeconomic DIVERSITY OF SKILLS MATTERSFocusing solely on CSE risks neglecting crucial sectors where India must build global capacity—particularly semiconductors, batteries, chemicals and materials science. This could hamper the country's competitiveness in key future panel's unanimous message was clear: while computer science has its place, India's future depends on nurturing engineers across all disciplines. Students and parents should choose based on passion and national needs—not just salaries.- Ends
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India needs more than coders: IIT directors speak out against ‘herd mentality' around computer science craze
The Price of Parity From Code to Country Redesigning the Future of Engineering You Might Also Like: 'Will date myself again': IIT graduate CEO falls in love with himself after an evening by the lake In a hard-hitting panel discussion held on the campus of IIT Madras on Friday, the directors of five prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology united in a common refrain: it's time to abandon the obsession with computer science engineering and instead channel talent into disciplines that are equally vital for India's growth. The session was part of the PanIIT Alumni Leadership Series (PALS), a voluntary initiative championing transformative conversations around engineering education in India As reported by The New Indian Express, IIT Madras director V Kamakoti set the tone for the discussion with a bold appeal: 'The country needs bright minds in other disciplines too.' He went on to emphasize that national toppers should be encouraged to pursue areas beyond computer science, noting that engineering knowledge should also find its way into civil services and policymaking for a more tech-savvy of the key reasons students are drawn almost blindly toward computer science, panelists said, is the lure of lucrative entry-level salaries. Shreepad Karmalkar, director of IIT Bhubaneswar, pointed out, 'This herd mentality needs to be gotten rid of.' He observed that while compensation packages for software roles might be tempting, this singular focus comes at the cost of neglecting critical sectors of national concerns were echoed by KN Satyanarayana, director of IIT Tirupati, who pointed to the growing void in core engineering disciplines . 'There is a big vacuum in the battery, semiconductor sectors which are the sunrise sectors,' he said, arguing that the need of the hour lies in nurturing chemical engineers and material scientists—professionals who can steer the nation's self-reliance in cutting-edge economic aspirations dominate student choices, BS Murty, director of IIT Hyderabad, delivered a stirring appeal to reorient that ambition. 'Put the country first over your personal aspirations,' he urged, calling on India's youth to think beyond just job security and high-paying R Desai, director of IIT Dharwad, chimed in with a message that connected engineering with social impact. He encouraged students to channel their creativity toward making India a better place to live in—reminding them that real engineering innovation solves problems for people, not just critiques of current trends, the panel also shared their forward-thinking vision for engineering education. Interdisciplinary learning , the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, a focus on sustainability, and stronger academia-industry partnerships were seen as key levers to make engineering education more relevant in the 21st was another focal point. The directors called for educational access to be broadened for students from varied socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring that engineering is not just elite but Chandrasekaran, chairperson of PALS, also weighed in on the discussion, supporting the vision that a paradigm shift in engineering education is not just necessary—but India stands at the crossroads of its technological and developmental journey, these IIT heads are urging the next generation of engineers to look beyond the keyboard. Because while coding may be king today, building the nation takes a much wider toolbox.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
IIT signs pact for research into sustainable EV tech
1 2 Bhubaneswar: IIT Bhubaneswar on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru-based Numeros Motors to develop rare earth-free electric motor technology. The two entities will collaborate for a two-year research initiative focused on exploring and evaluating various non-magnetic or rare earth-free (RE-free) motor topologies. Aimed at revolutionising the electric mobility space, the tie-up will identify robust, cost-effective and sustainable motor technology catering to India's rapidly growing EV market. IIT director Prof Shreepad Karmalkar said, "IIT Bhubaneswar is coming up with industry-academia collaborations in the field of electric vehicles and other related areas, with a vision to ensure sustainability." He also highlighted the initiatives being taken up by the institute towards the development of research, entrepreneurship and start-up ecosystem in the EV sector, along with other domains, through its Research and Entrepreneurship Park. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The new motor solutions are expected to play a pivotal role in advancing India's green mobility goals, promoting indigenous manufacturing and supporting the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat vision. "We believe rare earth-free motors will redefine the EV market by lowering production costs and reducing import dependency. Our alliance with IIT Bhubaneswar is a critical move towards building self-reliant, eco-friendly transportation systems in India," said Sreyas Shibulal, founder of Numeros Motors. As India's EV market is poised for exponential growth, the research-driven collaboration is expected to lay the foundation for a new generation of vehicles that are not only cost-efficient but also environmentally responsible. Ankit Dalal, assistant professor of department of electrical engineering, who will lead the project from IIT Bhubaneswar, said, "We are excited to embark on the two-year research journey with Numeros Motors to develop rare-earth-free motor technologies. The partnership represents a shared commitment to sustainable innovation and cutting-edge engineering. With Numeros' industry leadership and our research capabilities, we look forward to creating impactful solutions for the future of electric mobility."
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Numeros Motors partners with IIT Bhubaneswar for rare earth-free EV motor research
Numeros Motors has entered into a research partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar to develop electric vehicle motor technologies that do not rely on rare earth elements. The two-year programme will explore alternative motor designs that can support India's electric mobility goals while reducing dependence on imported raw materials. The collaboration aligns with national objectives to strengthen domestic manufacturing and promote clean transport solutions. Rare earth elements are commonly used in EV motors but are mostly imported, making supply and pricing vulnerable to global market shifts. Research to explore non-magnet motor designs The research will be led by IIT Bhubaneswar's Electrical Engineering Department, with technical collaboration from Numeros Motors' engineering division. The project will focus on designing and testing non-magnet motor topologies that can serve as alternatives to existing rare earth-dependent technologies. Shreyas Shibulal , Founder and CEO, Numeros Motors, said, 'Our partnership with IIT Bhubaneswar marks a significant step in our mission to transform India's electric mobility landscape. We believe that rare earth-free motor technologies will play a crucial role in building sustainable, affordable, and truly indigenous EVs. Scaling these technologies will help reduce import dependency, lower production costs, and contribute meaningfully to a greener, more self-reliant EV ecosystem in India.' Shreepad Karmalkar , Director, IIT Bhubaneswar, said, 'Industry-academia collaboration and entrepreneurship are among the primary focus areas of IIT Bhubaneswar. We are happy to collaborate with Numeros Motors in the field of electric vehicles with a vision to ensure sustainability.' The collaboration was formalised during a signing ceremony attended by representatives from both organisations.
