1. IIT Bombay Triumphs in Digital Design Hackathon, Leading India’s Semiconductor Innovation

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Team RISCB from IIT Bombay secured the top prize in the Digital Design Hackathon, a key event under the “Chips to Start-up” (C2S) Programme. This victory not only highlights the Institute’s leadership in advancing chip design innovation but also marks a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor ecosystem.

The C2S initiative, led by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), aims to strengthen India’s semiconductor capabilities by cultivating a new generation of engineers specializing in chip design. With support from industry leaders like AMD, Synopsys, and CoreEL Technologies, over 200 innovators and 40 elite teams competed to develop real-world solutions focused on LIVE image processing on FPGA hardware and optimizing complex voltage regulator circuits.

Shri. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Electronics and IT, lauded the contributions of IIT Bombay and other prestigious academic institutions across the nation. The hackathons played a crucial role in advancing the technical expertise necessary to drive India’s semiconductor industry forward.

This collaboration between MeitY, IIT Bombay, and other key institutions is pivotal in building a robust chip design ecosystem in India. Looking ahead, the establishment of the ChipIN Centre at C-DAC, one of India’s largest centralized chip design facilities, underscores the nation’s commitment to advancing semiconductor research and development. Through initiatives like C2S, IIT Bombay continues to play an integral role in shaping the future of India’s semiconductor industry.

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2. Yogastha: IIT Bombay’s Student Initiative Receives Global Recognition

Yogastha, IIT Bombay’s Yoga and Wellness Club under the Student Gymkhana, has been selected for the final round of the prestigious Yoga for Life: Lifestyle for Environment Conference 2025 in Tbilisi, Georgia.

IIT Bombay congratulates the Yogastha student community on this remarkable achievement and for championing the vision of sustainable yogic living on a global platform.

At the heart of Yogastha’s journey lies IIT Bombay’s vibrant campus culture that encourages student initiative, nurtures diverse interests, and supports meaningful engagement beyond the classroom. The Club’s selection for an international platform is not just a testament to the dedication of its members but also a reflection of the Institute’s commitment to fostering holistic development and global citizenship.