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An offer is not a job! Cover the risks between your old payslip and the new - 8 things you must understand in detail

Cover the risks between your old payslip and the new one, says Devashish Chakravarty. Read the print on your offer before you re sign. Routine conditions are fine, such as background verification, document checks and reference calls. Speed them up. Watch out for clauses that can delay or withdraw the…

The Economic Times · 14h ago

"I followed guidelines, never used casteist words": IIT Bombay professor Doolla tells Crime Branch on the suicide case

Mumbai Crime Branch has examined Professor Suryanarayan Doolla's statement regarding Sahil Wakode's tragic death. Doolla was questioned for eight to ten hours and denied all allegations against him. He claimed to have adhered to all institutional guidelines while interacting with Sahil. Sahil, a second-year student, died by suicide amid allegations…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

IIT Delhi develops India's first indigenously designed micro Graphics Processing Unit

Indian Institute of (IIT) Delhi studetns developed the country's first working micro Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). The micro-GPU architecture developed by IIT Delhi researchers will enable indigenous graphics and display-processing systems for embedded applications. The team is now exploring a roadmap towards an 8-16 core vector-style graphics processor architecture with…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

IIT Bombay suicide: IIT Delhi faculty forum backs Prof Doolla, flags 'mob-driven behaviour'

The IIT Delhi Faculty Forum has backed IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla, named in an FIR following the suicide of 20-year-old student Sahil Wakode, and raised concerns about “mob-driven behaviour” influencing institutional decisions. Doolla was the invigilator during an exam where Wakode was allegedly caught using a mobile phone. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

IIT Bombay students say stir only for reform, not shielding academic misconduct; Doolla suspended only from deanship

IIT Bombay students clarified their protest sought institutional reforms after a student's death. The student representatives engaged with the Director regarding their comprehensive set of demands. Professor Suryanarayana Doolla's administrative duties were suspended during the ongoing investigation. Sahil Wakode's family alleged caste-based harassment and sought a thorough CBI inquiry. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

'Bihari kahan nahi hai bhai': He studied chemistry at IIT Kanpur, now plays cricket for Japan

India vs Japan T20 Cricket Match 2026: Meet Abhishek Anand, an accomplished IIT Kanpur alumnus who has taken his talent to Japan's cricket team. His journey began with his studies, eventually leading him to work in Japan. As excitement builds for the upcoming India-Japan cricket match, a video featuring Anand…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

IIT-Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla, who faces SC/ST Act FIR in Sahil Wakode case, has multiple teaching, research awards

IIT-Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla's deanship was suspended after an FIR under the SC/ST Act in connection with the death by suicide of student Sahil Wakode, has received multiple teaching and research awards. Here's a look at his academic career, research work and administrative responsibilities.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

IIT-Delhi engineer, bank manager arrested by Mumbai Police for duping Rs 1.12 crore from a 68-year-old in a digital arrest scam

An IIT Delhi graduate and a private bank operations manager are among six people arrested in connection with a Rs 1.12 crore digital arrest scam targeting a 68-year-old retired professional in Dahisar. Police traced the money through a gold trading firm's account and alleged that the accused helped arrange mule…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Sundar Pichai’s IIT batchmate became a famous monk; what he told him when they met years later

Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, and Gauranga Das, an ISKCON monk, were IIT classmates back in 1993. Decades later, they reunited to explore their divergent journeys. Pichai leads a globally recognized tech powerhouse known for its stress-laden environment, while Das embraces a tranquil, faith-driven life. Their engaging conversation showcased…

The Times of India · Sep 12

Bus routes in Delhi to be reorganised: Govt asks IIT Delhi to prepare a revised plan by February 2027

Delhi’s bus routes are being reviewed to align services with passenger demand and the wider public transport network. IIT Delhi has been assigned the route rationalisation exercise, with the revised plan expected by February 2027.

The Economic Times · Sep 7