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From IIT Madras to the global stage in France, XYMA Analytics is showcasing how advanced sensing and AI can redefine industrial monitoring in extreme environments.

Selected to represent India at Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, XYMA Analytics is among India’s leading deep-tech startups taking breakthrough industrial technologies to the world.

Founded by Dr Nishanth Raja, Co-founder & CEO, an IIT Madras alumnus and former faculty member and Mr Ashwin Kumar Kathirvel, Co-founder & COO, an IIT Madras alumnus, with Mr Akshay Vinod Hankare, Vice President – AI from IIT Madras, the company has developed innovative ultrasonic sensing solutions that deliver real-time measurements in harsh industrial conditions where conventional sensors fail.

Its patented technology enables industries to monitor corrosion, erosion, scaling, and process parameters across critical assets, helping improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

With deployments across multiple industries and regions, a growing patent portfolio, and recognition including the NASSCOM Deep Tech Emergence 50, the ET Startup Award, and the AI Conclave Deep India Winner, XYMA Analytics exemplifies how IIT Madras-led innovation is solving global industrial challenges.

IIT Madras hosted the 3rd BRICS Neuroscience Symposium 2026, bringing this prestigious international event to India for the very first time.

Organised by the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre (SGBC), the symposium united leading neuroscientists, clinicians, researchers, and policymakers from BRICS nations and beyond to advance our understanding of the human brain.

Held under the theme “Expanding Neuroscience: BRICS & Extended Nations,” the event highlighted the importance of global collaboration in driving breakthroughs in brain science, neurotechnologies, and healthcare. Key highlights included expert talks, scientific discussions, cultural programmes, and the release of SGBC’s Human Brainstem Atlas.

By fostering international partnerships and knowledge exchange, the symposium reinforced a shared commitment to shaping the future of neuroscience and improving lives worldwide.

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From IIT Madras to the global stage in France, Planys Technologies is showcasing how robotics and AI are transforming underwater infrastructure inspection.

Selected to represent India at Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, Planys is among the country’s leading deep-tech startups taking cutting-edge engineering solutions to a global audience.

Founded by Tanuj Jhunjhunwala, CEO, an IIT Madras alumnus and Vineet Kumar Upadhyay, CTO, an IIT Madras alumnus, with Prof. Prabhu Rajagopal and Prof. Krishnan Balasubramanian of IIT Madras as advisors, Planys has pioneered advanced underwater inspection technologies powered by robotics, AI, and analytics.

The company’s remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and AI-driven inspection platforms help assess the condition of critical underwater assets with greater accuracy, safety, and efficiency. Serving sectors including ports, bridges, power plants, offshore energy, and defence, Planys has conducted inspections across hundreds of locations globally.
With over 150 customers, operations in 10+ countries, and a strong patent portfolio, Planys exemplifies how IIT Madras-led innovation is solving complex infrastructure challenges worldwide.

From IIT Madras to the global stage in France, Sea6 Energy is showcasing how biotechnology and ocean-based innovation can help build a more sustainable future.

Founded by IIT Madras Alumni, Sri Sailaja Nori, Co-founder & Chief Scientific Officer; Srikumar Suryanarayan, Co-founder & Managing Director; Nelson Vadassery, Co-founder & CEO; and Sowmya Lakshmi Balasubramanian, Co-founder & COO, Sea6 Energy has built a vertically integrated platform for cultivating and processing tropical seaweed at scale.

The company develops biofertilisers, biostimulants, biomaterials, and biofuels from sustainably farmed seaweed, creating solutions that support agriculture, climate resilience, and the bioeconomy. Recognised among the Top 11 Ocean Innovators by UpLink, World Economic Forum 2024, Sea6 Energy has emerged as a global leader in ocean-based biotechnology.

As Sea6 Energy heads to Bharat Innovates 2026, it exemplifies how IIT Madras alumni are transforming cutting-edge research into globally impactful solutions for sustainability and the blue economy.

Ready to build the next generation of intelligent AI systems?

ASTRA Lab, , invites developers, students, researchers, and AI enthusiasts to participate in the Agentic AI Hackathon 2026 — an innovation challenge focused on designing and building autonomous, goal-driven AI applications that solve real-world problems.

📅 Hackathon Timeline
* 5–8 June 2026: Registration & Online Assessment (Level 1)
* 9–10 June 2026: Solution Architecture Submission (Level 2)
* 11–17 June 2026: Full-Stack Agentic AI Application Development (Final Round)

The competition follows a rigorous three-stage evaluation process covering technical knowledge, solution design, agent orchestration, and end-to-end implementation.

🏆 Prize Pool
🥇 ₹20,000 + 6-month paid internship at ASTRA Lab, IIT Madras (₹15,000/month stipend)
🥈 ₹15,000
🥉 ₹10,000

Participants will gain hands-on experience in Agentic AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science while competing alongside top AI talent from across the country.

Design. Build. Deploy. The future of AI belongs to autonomous systems.

See full details here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eiBFJx8-7m2hN-jKep-9BrtxGK18me1qXMZc0UGPclg/edit?tab=t.0

A proud moment for IIT Madras as 2nd-year Computer Science student Mr. Aryaman Mandal (CS24B007) has been selected to represent the Tamil Nadu Senior Water Polo Team at the Senior National Water Polo Championship in July 2026.

Aryaman, who joined IIT Madras through the Sports Excellence Admission (SEA) category, earned his place in the state team through the Tamil Nadu State Water Polo Selection Trials held in Chennai. He also becomes the first student from IIT Madras to be selected for the Tamil Nadu Senior Water Polo Team, marking a significant milestone for the Institute’s sporting community.

His achievement reflects exceptional dedication, perseverance, and excellence in sport, highlighting the success of IIT Madras’ efforts to support talented student-athletes in pursuing both academic and sporting ambitions.

We congratulate Aryaman on this remarkable accomplishment and wish him the very best as he represents Tamil Nadu on the national stage.

IIT Madras Director Professor V. Kamakoti, along with members of the Institute team, met the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru C. Joseph Vijay, today in Chennai and conveyed their congratulations on his assuming office.

The meeting was very fruitful wherein the IIT Madras delegation discussed a range of projects for potential collaboration between the Institute and the Government of Tamil Nadu. The delegation highlighted several initiatives and projects that could be explored jointly for the State. IIT Madras looks forward to deepening its engagement with the Government of Tamil Nadu.