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NMDC, IIT Hyderabad Partner to Advance Green Steel and Critical Minerals Research

Newsmantra — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:50:31 +0000

HYDERABAD. NMDC’s R&D Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Hyderabad to collaborate on advanced research in green steel, ironmaking technologies, and critical minerals. The partnership aims to drive innovation-led solutions for sustainable steel production and strengthen India’s resource resilience.

The collaboration will focus on next-generation ironmaking processes, low-carbon technologies, and efficient mineral utilization aligned with global sustainability goals. Key areas include green steel and low-emission ironmaking, beneficiation and value addition of critical minerals, process optimization, waste reduction, and circular economy practices in mining and metallurgy.

Through joint research projects, pilot studies, technology development, and knowledge exchange, the initiative seeks to accelerate industry-academia cooperation and enable faster commercialization of scalable, environmentally responsible industrial solutions.

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GRID-INDIA Honours Young Researchers at 14th Power System Awards 2025–26

Newsmantra — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:37:46 +0000

HYDERABAD. The 14th GRID-INDIA Power System Awards (GIPSA) 2025–26 were presented during ICPS 2025 at IIT Hyderabad, recognising outstanding research contributions in the power systems domain. A total of 30 scholars, including 15 PhD and 15 postgraduate students from leading IITs, NITs and other premier universities, were honoured for their impactful and innovative work.

The award ceremony was attended by senior leaders from GRID-INDIA and IIT Hyderabad, reflecting strong industry–academia collaboration. Implemented by SIIC, IIT Kanpur, the GIPSA programme follows a rigorous and transparent evaluation process to promote industry-relevant research. The initiative underscores GRID-INDIA’s commitment to nurturing young talent, fostering innovation and strengthening India’s journey towards a resilient and future-ready power sector.

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Delhi Metro Partners with IIT Hyderabad’s TiHAN for Autonomous Navigation Solutions

Newsmantra — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:51:45 +0000

NEW DELHI – The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Technology Innovation Hub for Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) at IIT Hyderabad to collaborate on next-generation autonomous navigation solutions. The partnership aims to leverage the combined strengths and expertise of both organisations to develop safe, smart and advanced mobility solutions, particularly for last-mile connectivity in major metropolitan areas and public transport systems in Tier II and Tier III cities.

TiHAN is a Technology Innovation Hub established under the Department of Science and Technology’s National Mission on Cyber Physical Systems, focusing on the development of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems for ground vehicles, robots, unmanned aerial vehicles and other autonomous platforms. The MoU was signed by Shri Shobhan Chaudhuri, Advisor (R&D), DMRC, and Dr. Santosh Reddy, Hub Executive Officer, TiHAN, in the presence of Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRCL, Shri Manuj Singhal, Director (Infrastructure), other DMRC directors, and senior faculty members from IIT Hyderabad, including Prof. Malla Reddy and Prof. P. Rajalakshmi.

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GRID-INDIA Honours 30 Scholars at GIPSA 2025–26 for Excellence in Power Systems Research

Newsmantra — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:48:21 +0000

HYDERABAD. GRID-INDIA felicitated 30 scholars, including 15 PhD and 15 postgraduate students, at the 14th GRID-INDIA Power System Awards (GIPSA) 2025–26 held during ICPS 2025 at IIT Hyderabad. The awards recognised outstanding and impactful research contributions in the power systems domain, reflecting the growing role of academic innovation in addressing emerging challenges in India’s power sector. The ceremony was attended by senior leaders, including Shri Samir Chandra Saxena, Chairman and Managing Director, GRID-INDIA; Shri B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad; Shri Paresh R. Ranpara, Director (HR); Shri Amit Kumar Jain, Director (Finance); and Shri M.K. Ramesh, Head of Region, SRLDC, underscoring strong industry–academia collaboration.

The GIPSA initiative highlights GRID-INDIA’s commitment to nurturing research excellence and developing industry-ready solutions. Implemented by the SIDBI Innovation and Incubation Centre (SIIC), IIT Kanpur, the awards follow a rigorous and transparent evaluation process. Nominations received from IITs, NITs and leading universities across the country showcased the vibrancy of India’s research ecosystem, with the selected scholars recognised for pioneering work in power systems and allied fields. The initiative aims to inspire young researchers while strengthening India’s transition towards an innovative, resilient and future-ready power sector.

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Delhi Metro Signs MoU with IIT Hyderabad’s TiHAN for Next-Gen Autonomous Navigation Solutions

Newsmantra — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:04:24 +0000

DMRC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Hyderabad’s Technology Innovation Hub for Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN). This MoU will leverage each others strength and knowhow in implementation of Autonomous Navigation which is a Safe Smart and Next Gen Mobility solution for last mile connectivity in major metros and public transit in Tier II & III cities. TiHAN is a hub set up by Department of Science & Technology (DST) National Mission in the Cyber Physical Systems for development of Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems that enables Ground vehicles, Robots, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles / Drones or other autonomous platforms to navigate and collect data without human interventions.

The MOU was signed by Sh. Shobhan Chaudhuri Advisor / R&D from DMRC and Dr. Santosh Reddy Hub Executive Officer, TiHAN from IIT/Hyderabad in the presence of Dr. Vikas Kumar, MD/DMRCL along with Shri. Manuj Singhal Director / Infrastructure and other Directors from DMRC side and Prof. Malla Reddy, Dean/Innovation and Prof. P. Rajalakshmi from IIT/Hyderabad.

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Granules India Strengthens R&D Leadership with Two New Centres of Excellence at IIT Hyderabad’s Technology Research Park

Newsmantra — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:53:48 +0000

Bengaluru, December 1, 2025: Granules India Limited today inaugurated two advanced Centres of Excellence at the Technology Research Park of IIT Hyderabad: the Ascelis Center of Excellence for Peptide Development and Characterization and the Granules Center of Excellence for Particle Engineering.

The inauguration was led by Dr Krishna Prasad Chigurupati, Chairman and Managing Director, Granules India, Mrs. Uma Chigurupati, Executive Director, Granules India Limited & Prof. B S Murty, Director, IITH.

Ascelis Center of Excellence for Peptide Development and Characterization, established under Ascelis Peptides, the CDMO arm of Granules, this Centre will drive the development of cosmetic, therapeutic, and pharmaceutical peptides. It is Ascelis’ first development and characterization facility in India and is equipped for primary, secondary, and tertiary structure characterization. The Center brings advanced analytical and process development capabilities in-house and will work in collaboration with our Swiss-based R&D facility Senn Chemicals, strengthening the group’s integrated global peptide offering and reducing reliance on external partners.

Granules Center of Excellence for Particle Engineering, This Centre will advance polymorph research, material science, and novel drug delivery systems, including amorphous solid dispersions. It replaces earlier external and ad-hoc development with a dedicated research platform that enables first-to-file opportunities, enhances formulation performance, and supports the creation of proprietary technologies for regulated markets.

Speaking at the inauguration, Dr Krishna Prasad Chigurupati, Chairman and Managing Director, Granules India, said: “Scientific excellence and rigorous research have always shaped our long-term strategy at Granules. The launch of these Centres of Excellence significantly strengthens our capabilities in peptides and advanced material sciences, areas that will define the next wave of pharmaceutical innovation. With specialised infrastructure and deep scientific expertise, we are enhancing our CDMO ambitions, accelerating breakthrough development, and building differentiated technologies that elevate our global competitiveness and deliver meaningful value to our partners and patients worldwide.”

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