The IIT Bombay community is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. M. R. Srinivasan, former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission and Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy, on 20 May 2025 at the age of 95. Dr. Srinivasan was a stalwart of India’s nuclear energy program, whose pioneering work helped lay the foundation for the country's self-reliance in atomic energy. Beginning his career in the

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) held the interim session of its 63rd Convocation at the Institute’s Convocation Hall, where degrees were awarded to students who successfully completed their academic requirements between August 2024 and January 2025. At this special convocation, 354 degrees were conferred, including 219 PhD degrees (including dual degrees such as MTech/ MSc +

IIT Bombay celebrated अंतर्राष्ट्रीय मातृभाषा दिवस (International Mother Language Day) on February 21, 2025 to promote the use of mother tongue in the educational institution. Prof. Nand Kishore, Dean (Administrative Affairs) was the Chief Guest on the occasion. On this occasion, various programmes were organized to preserve the linguistic diversity of our country.

On 12th February, 2025, Director Prof. Shireesh B. Kedare officially dedicated a new playground for campus residents. The playground is located near the former Hostel 7, adjacent to Hostel 17. It is equipped with floodlighting, allowing for use during both daytime and evening hours. The facility features a mini-football field, a volleyball court, a basketball court and an open gym at the back of

On 4th February, 2025, Prof. Milind Atrey, Deputy Director (Academics, Research and Translation), inaugurated two important facilities at IIT Bombay Hospital: ‘Cafe Nirvana’ and ‘Vishranti,’ a waiting room specifically designed for senior citizens. The Institute functionaries and staff attended the function, reflecting a commitment to enhancing the hospital's services for the community.

The newly-renovated Accounts Section office of IIT Bombay was inaugurated by Director Prof. Shireesh Kedare on 3rd February, 2025. Institute functionaries and staff attended the function.

Mr. Bharat Desai and Ms. Neerja Sethi attended the launch of the Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE) at IIT Bombay on January 31, 2025. DSSE hosted a day-long symposium “Catalyzing University Entrepreneurship” with distinguished luminaries focusing on the role of academic institutions in driving innovation and fostering entrepreneurship on the occasion. DSSE, a pioneering

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) celebrated the 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025. The celebration began with the unfurling of the National Flag by the Director Prof. Shireesh Kedare at the Institute’s Gymkhana grounds. IIT Bombay security staff and NCC saluted the National Flag. Prof. Kedare addressed the gathering and conveyed his best wishes to the IIT Bombay community

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Academic Science Block 1 (ASB-1) building was held on January 21, 2025. The new academic science block, which comprises a basement, ground floor and 10 upper floors, will house the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Chemical Engineering. It is designed to house state-of-the-art research laboratories equipped with advanced instruments, providing world

On the occasion of World Hindi Day, the institute organized a special Hindi lecture titled "Linguistics: An Educational Discourse" and a book discussion (Pustak charcha) on "Agni Ki Udaan: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (Translated in Hindi by Arun Tiwari)" on January 10, 2025. The program started with an insightful lecture on linguistics by Dr. Krishna Kumar Mishra, the Chief Guest, who emphasized the