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IIT Roorkee’s Department of Water Resources Development and Management (WRD&M)

The Department of Water Resources Development and Management (WRD&M), IIT Roorkee, celebrated its 70th anniversary with two significant academic events that underscored its commitment to innovation and leadership in the field of water resources: Research Scholars Day 2025

IIT-Roorkee gets CII’s Most InnovativeInstt Award 2024 for 5th consecutive yr

IIT-Roorkee was awarded the Confederation of Indian Industry Award 2024, marking the fifth consecutive year of this prestigious recognition.

IIT Roorkee wins 10th CII Industrial IP Awards 2024 for excellence in India's IP

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has been awarded with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Intellectual Property (IP) Award 2024

IIT Roorkee, Kyoto University launch joint lab on healthy aging in Japan

IIT Roorkee and Kyoto University have launched a joint research lab, IN-CBI, in Japan to advance research on healthy aging, focusing initially on eye vision.

IITRoorkee inaugurates Uttarakhand’s first RuTAGe Smart Village Centre in Almora

The RuTAGe Smart Village Centre (RSVC) model, conceptualised by the Office of the Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA), Government of India, and led by IIT Roorkee, was honoured with the first prize at the NSE's Social Stock Exchange event in Varanasi on August 31, 2024.

IIT Roorkee's Perovskite Start-Up Wins in IOCL Challenge for Solar Innovation

IIT Roorkee's Perovskite Innovation Pvt Ltd wins Indian Oil's Start-Up Challenge award, aiming to drive green energy initiatives for a sustainable future. Know details here Perovskite Innovation Pvt Ltd, an Indian start-up focusing on indigenous perovskite solar cell production, incubated

IIT Roorkee-based startup develops gun-shot detection technology

A startup, Linearised Amplifier Technologies and Services (Linear-AmpTech), incubated at iHub DivyaSampark of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has secured the top spot in the Dare to Dream 4.0 contest hosted by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

IIT-R Partners with UTPL for urology & medical device technology

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee and UnivLabs Technology Private Limited, India, have signed a Technology Transfer Agreement and a MOA for translating research findings into real-world applications.

IIT Roorkee licences 3 environmentally sustainable tech to Permionics Global

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee on Monday signed a technology transfer agreement with Gujarat-based Permionics Global Technologies for licensing of three innovative, environmentally sustainable technologies.

IIT Roorkee professors discover fossil of 47-million-year-old snake in Gujarat

Researchers at the Department of Earth Sciences at IIT-Roorkee made a groundbreaking discovery in Gujarat, unearthing the fossil of a 47-million-year-old snake.

IIT Roorkee Wins Most Innovative Institute Awards At CII Industrial Innovation

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) was recognized with the Grand Jury Award for its outstanding innovative research contributions and was also presented with the Most Innovative Institute award for 2023 at the 10th edition of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

IIT Roorkee leads study on Advanced Grid-Scale Energy Storage Technologies

This comprehensive study positions IIT Roorkee at the forefront of cutting-edge research, showcasing its dedication to providing India-centric solutions for a sustainable and resilient energy future Secretary

IIT Roorkee shines at 'G20 Standards Dialogue', representing India on global

IIT Roorkee made its mark at the "G20 Standards Dialogue" event, showcasing its commitment to strengthening stakeholder engagement and global standardisation.

IIT Roorkee's Prof. Ashwani Kumar Sharma Awarded Prestigious Honorary Fellowship

The Asian Citrus Congress-2023, held in Nagpur, India from October 28th to 30th, celebrated a historic moment where over 300 delegates from 16 countries unites to advance the field of citriculture.

IIT Roorkee professor gets IEI Young Engineers Award 2023-24 in Environmental

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee professor has won the ‘IEI Young Engineers Award 2023-24’ in the Environmental Engineering discipline. The IIT Roorkee Professor Ankit Agarwal is from the department of hydrology.

IIT Roorkee Researchers Help In Understanding Humming Of Our Universe

An International team of astronomers from India, Japan and Europe has recently published the results from monitoring nature's best clocks, pulsars using six of the World's most sensitive radio telescopes, including India's largest telescope, uGMRT.

NIRF Rankings 2023: IIT Roorkee Ranked Top Institute Of Architecture & Planning

As per the NIRF Ranking 2023, the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, has ranked as the top Institutes of Architecture and Planning in India. The other top institutes include National Institute of Technology, Calicut; Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur; National Institute of Technology

IIT Roorkee Professor Felicitated For Outstanding Contributions

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) achieves another milestone. Prof Ramesh Chandra, Institute Instrumentation Centre, IIT Roorkee, was honoured at the recent DRDO-Academia Conclave organized by Defence Research and Development Organizations (DRDO) on May 25 – 26, 2023, at DRDO

IIT Roorkee-Backed Start-Up Indi Energy Wins National Award 2022

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee’s (IIT Roorkee) start-up Indi Energy, which specializes in manufacturing Sodium-Ion batteries, has won the National Startup Awards 2022 in ‘Energy Storage’ category.

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IIT Roorkee researchers discover potential drug to treat Chikungunya and other

The study conducted by IIT Roorkee is supported by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). It has been published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.

IIT Roorkee's eco-packaging extends fresh produce shelf life by one week

IIT Roorkee develops an innovative eco-friendly packaging solution that extends the shelf life of fresh produce by up to a week, reducing food waste and promoting sustainable storage methods for fruits and vegetables.

IIT Roorkee, Japan’s Niigata University to offer double PhD programme

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has associated with Japan’s Niigata University to offer a double PhD program where doctoral students will be able to pursue and earn degrees from both varsities.

IIT Roorkee Introduces “Tech for Transformation” to Promote Innovation and Skill

IIT Roorkee launched "Tech for Transformation" to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill development in advanced technologies. Supported by ICICI Foundation, the initiative includes EV training, green hydrogen courses, and drone workshops, fostering industry-academia collaboration

IIT Roorkee Hosts Short-Term Training Course on Assessment and Management of See

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), through its International Centre of Excellence for Dams (ICED), successfully started a Short-Term Training Course on “Assessment and Management of Seepage in Dams”

IIT Roorkee collaborates with Bhubaneswar municipal corporation for stormwater

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee and Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) have signed an agreement to develop a stormwater management plan for Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

IIT Roorkee explores the potential of mother’s milk as a probiotic delivery

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) researchers published a study that explores the potential of fat globules in human mother’s milk as a delivery vehicle for probiotics.

IIT Roorkee's new predictive model to assess smart city land cover

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee have developed an advanced predictive model to assess land cover changes.

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

Grand Opening of Virasat Festival 2025 and Zonal Convention at IIT Roorkee

The historic halls of IIT Roorkee, one of India’s oldest and most prestigious institutions with a 178-year-long legacy of excellence, came alive as the Virasat Festival 2025 commenced with grandeur.

IIT Roorkee transfers biomass fuel production technology to private agriculture

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has signed a technology transfer agreement with Jagatji Agri India Private Limited for the biomass torrefaction technology developed at the institute.

IIT Roorkee uses bacterial enzymes to degrade plasticizers

Once integrated into bacteria, the enzymes remain active for a longer time and the bacteria can be used continuously for degrading the plasticizers Besides plastics.

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

IIT Roorkee concludes Think India National Convention 2024; 300 from IITs, IIMs

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) concluded its three-day Think India National Convention 2024 themed “Bharat 4.0”.

IIT-Roorkee awarded CII’s Most Innovative Institution Award 2024

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee has been awarded the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)’s Most Innovative Institution Award 2024, marking the fifth consecutive year of this distinguished recognition.

IIT Roorkee wins prestigious 10th CII Industrial IP Awards 2024

IIT Roorkee's innovation shines bright as it wins the prestigious CII IP Award 2024, reaffirming its leadership in technology and IP management.

IIT Roorkee Innovates with Millet-Based Edible Straws for Sustainable Future

IIT Roorkee is combating plastic waste by introducing millet-based edible straws, offering a healthier and more eco-friendly alternative for the planet.

IIT Roorkee’s Research Uncovers Key Insights into Antibiotic Resistance Mechanis

Antibiotic resistance, a growing global concern, poses a serious risk as it can make once-treatable infections potentially fatal. By 2050, it is projected that antibiotic-resistant infections may lead to 10 million deaths each year, surpassing even cancer-related deaths.

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

IDEAS-2024 – A Milestone in Global Innovation for Sustainable Development

IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand,21st November 2024: IIT Roorkee, in collaboration with Queen’s University, Canada, recently hosted the first international symposium Innovative Design for Excellence, Affordability, and Sustainability (IDEAS-2024).

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

IIT Roorkee Partners with NAMTECH to Pioneer Experiential Engineering Education

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) and the New Age Makers’ Institute of Technology (NAMTECH) have entered into a strategic collaboration to advance experiential learning for engineering graduates, responding to the growing needs of India’s manufacturing and core engineering

IIT Roorkee and Kyoto University Launch IN-CBI Lab in Japan with a focus

The INitiative for INtelligent ChemBioInformatics (IN-CBI), a joint laboratory between IIT Roorkee and Kyoto University, has been opened at Kyoto University's iCeMS.

IIT Roorkee’s BArch 2000 batch donates Rs 5 crore in Silver Jubilee reunion

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) between November 15 and 17 celebrated its Silver Jubilee reunion for the 1999 (BArch 2000) batch.

IIT Roorkee Leads Yuva Sangam Phase 5 as the Nodal Office for Uttarakhand

IIT Roorkee proudly announces its role as the Nodal Office for Uttarakhand in the flagship Yuva Sangam Phase 5 program, under the Government of India’s Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) initiative.

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

IIT Ropar team wins IIT Roorkee's Power System Cybersecurity Hackathon 2024

Recently, IIT Roorkee’s Power System Cybersecurity Hackathon 2024 was concluded with a two-day event including innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

From the Ganga Canal to Global Innovation: The Story of IIT Roorkee's Boat Club

The Boat Club has been a crucial part of IIT Roorkee's identity since its inception located alongside the Upper Ganga Canal, the Boat Club at IIT Roorkee

IIT Roorkee licensed technology with EnrgEnv Smart Chemicals and Materials Pvt.

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) and EnrgEnv Smart Chemicals and Materials Pvt. Ltd. (https://enrgenv.com), a start-up, has signed a Technology Transfer Agreement on the technology that has been developed at IIT Roorkee

GATE, JAM 2025: Exams for those in Prayagraj shifted to Lucknow amid Mahakumbh

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) on February 1 and 2 and the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) set to be held on February 2 scheduled in Prayagraj.

IIT Roorkee partners with Ansys to empower students towards entrepreneurship

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee joined hands with Ansys Software Private Limited (Ansys, NASDAQ: ANSS), an engineering simulation software company, to empower students towards entrepreneurship through the Capacity Building on Design and Entrepreneurship (CBDE) program, launched

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