Category: IIT Bombay

National Green Tribunal Stops Waste Dumping at Hyderabad’s Jawaharnagar Dumpsite On October 28, 2025, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued a significant order halting all fresh waste dumping at the Jawaharnagar dumpsite in Hyderabad. This decision includes a ban on refuse-derived fuel (RDF) and allows only the processing of existing legacy waste, contingent on the […]

IIT Bombay Launches Online Certificate Courses in Cybersecurity and Software Development On November 8, 2025, the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) announced the launch of online professional certification programmes in two critical fields: cybersecurity and software development. These courses are designed to enhance the professional growth of candidates and open up opportunities in […]

MMRDA Begins Phased Resurfacing Of Atal Setu Under IIT Bombay’s Supervision The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has initiated a significant project aimed at enhancing the durability and driving experience on the Atal Setu, which is recognized as India’s longest sea bridge. This comprehensive resurfacing and pavement restoration effort is designed to address pavement […]

IIT JAM 2026: Application Correction Windows Closing Today The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay is set to close the application correction window for the IIT Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 today, November 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Candidates who have applied for the exam must ensure that their details are accurate before […]

IIT-Bombay Graduate MLA Uses Tech to Bridge Public-Government Gap Nagpur: In a significant move towards participatory democracy, Sanjay Meshram, the Umred MLA and an alumnus of IIT-Bombay, is leveraging technology to connect with constituents in rural Nagpur. As the sole Congress legislator from this region, Meshram is committed to making governance more accessible and responsive […]

Is Collagen Accelerating Type 2 Diabetes? New IIT Bombay Research Explains Recent research from IIT Bombay has unveiled a surprising connection between collagen and the progression of type 2 diabetes. This study indicates that collagen fibrils may play a significant role in the formation of toxic amylin aggregates, which contribute to pancreatic β-cell damage and […]

IIT Bombay and Osmania Hospital Reveal New Diabetes Risk Indicator In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Osmania General Hospital have identified 26 blood metabolites that could significantly enhance the early detection of diabetes risk. This research, published in the esteemed Journal of Proteome Research, sheds light on […]

Can Collagen Worsen Type 2 Diabetes? Indian Study From IIT Bombay Suggests Yes A new study from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) finds that the structural protein collagen I may accelerate disease progression in Type 2 Diabetes by promoting harmful hormone clumps in the pancreas. Understanding Collagen and Its Role in the […]