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IIT Madras
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    IIT Madras
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    Jan 25
    @iitmadras is delighted and proud to share that our Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, has been selected for the prestigious Padma Shri Awards 2026 by the Government of India. A distinguished academician and eminent researcher, Prof. Kamakoti has made transformative contributions in
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    IIT Madras
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    May 19, 2025
    “Operation Sindoor is not just an assertion of National Security — it is a powerful lesson in leadership, technological preparedness, strategic thinking, and national unity.” In this inspiring message, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of @iitmadras, reflects on the significance of
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    May 30, 2024
    Congrats @AgnikulCosmos !!! @iitmadras incubated Agnikul successfully completes world’s 1st rocket launch from India’s 1st & only private launchpad within SDSC-SHAR. It's the world’s 1st flight with single-piece 3D printed rocket engine. @satchakra_iitm @isro @EduMinOfIndia
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    IIT Madras
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    Jan 10, 2022
    Pleased to announce that Prof. V. Kamakoti has been appointed as the next Director of @iitmadras. Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him. We also express heartfelt gratitude to the incumbent Director, Prof. Bhaskar Ramamurthi for his stellar contributions to #IITMadras
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    May 9, 2022
    Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of @iitmadras & an Organic Farmer himself, throws light on the benefits of Healthy Soil. He further says that #IITM, as an institution, is open to contributing to the #SaveSoil movement! youtu.be/AyqSVu7k_G0 @cpsavesoil Credits: NSS IITM & IITM TV
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    IIT Madras
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    Apr 25, 2025
    The Bhoomi Pooja ceremony for the proposed “Maestro Ilaiyaraaja Centre for Music Learning and Research”, was held today in the presence of @iitmadras Director, Prof V Kamakoti and Maestro @ilaiyaraaja himself. This upcoming Centre is envisioned as a world-class hub for music
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    IIT Madras
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    Mar 18, 2022
    Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of @iitmadras appreciates and welcomes the Tamil Nadu Government's announcement in #TNBudget2022 to fund education for UG programs in IITs for the students who complete their schooling in Government schools. @CMOTamilnadu @ptrmadurai @SEDTamilNadu
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    IIT Madras
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    Jan 19, 2023
    Release of Indigenous #Atmanirbhar Mobile Operating System, “BharOS” today. The Operating System has been developed by #IITMadras incubated firm J and K Ops Pvt. Ltd. For full video: youtu.be/F58aT5BsM7k #AtmanirbharBharat #MakeInIndia
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    IIT Madras
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    Jun 28, 2025
    Blackbucks and deers take to track at the @iitmadras Manohar C Wasta Stadium under the morning sun, a daily reminder of the Institute’s unique coexistence with nature. Nestled next to the Guindy National Park, the IIT Madras campus is not only a hub of academic excellence but
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    IIT Madras
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    Jun 16, 2022
    NSS IITM had conducted various events within and nearby the institute to raise awareness about the #SaveSoil movement. An overwhelming response from the participants! Watch the video here: youtu.be/XXtFTSB7aJo @cpsavesoil
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    IIT Madras
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    Sep 9, 2021
    Proud to announce @iitmadras retains top spot in #NIRF Rankings. #IITMadras has been ranked #No.1 in India in Overall & Engineering categories & #No. 2 in Research in #NIRFRankings 2021, as announced by Sh. Dharmendra Pradhan ji @dpradhanbjp Hon'ble @EduMinOfIndia.
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    IIT Madras
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    May 30, 2022
    A research team from @iitmadras is developing mechanically-rechargeable zinc-air batteries as an alternative to Lithium-ion batteries used in Electric Vehicles. The team led by Dr. @aravindIITM has filed patents for this technology & is collaborating with major industries.
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    IIT Madras
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    May 30, 2024
    Thank you so much Hon'ble @PMOIndia Shri @narendramodi ji for the unwavering support and inspiration you provide to us! Your encouragement fuels our drive to strive for the best and contribute to our nation's progress.
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    Narendra Modi
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    May 30, 2024
    A remarkable feat which will make the entire nation proud! The successful launch of Agnibaan rocket powered by world’s first single-piece 3D printed semi-cryogenic engine is a momentous occasion for India’s space sector and a testament to the remarkable ingenuity of our Yuva
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    IIT Madras
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    Oct 23, 2022
    ‘Kashi Tamil Sangamam’, a month-long program, initiated by the GoI will be held from 16 Nov - 20 Dec 2022. It will bring people from 12 different clusters from TN to Kashi. @iitmadras & @bhupro has been selected as the knowledge partner for the program. kashitamil.iitm.ac.in