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NEW DELHI: The Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi celebrated its 14^thConvocation, honouring the achievements of 780 graduates across UG, PG, and doctoral programs. Dr. Anand Deshpande, Founder and Chairman, Persistent Systems, and Chief Guest, delivered the convocation address. The ceremony recognized outstanding academic performances, presenting honours such as the Chancellor's Gold Medal, Institute Silver Medals, All-Round Performance Medals, Best BTP Awards, and M.Tech. Excellence Gold Medal, Best M.Tech. Thesis Award, and Ph.D. Dissertation Awards.

The event awarded degrees to 517 B.Tech. graduates across fields like Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Design, Computer Science and Social Sciences, Computer Science and Biosciences, and Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Additionally, 226 M.Tech. students, including threeM.Tech. dual-degree holder, and 34 Ph.D. graduates in areas such as Computational Biology, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Human-Centered Design, Mathematics, and Social Sciences and Humanities were recognized for their achievements.

The Chancellor, Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Sh. Vinai Kumar Saxena, in his address to the students, extended his heartfelt congratulations and commended not only the students but also the educators, parents, mentors, friends, and supporters who stood by them throughout their journey.

The Chief Guest, Dr. Anand Deshpande, Founder and Chairman, Persistent Systems, delivered the convocation address. “He congratulated the graduating students who are on the cusp of entering the professional world. He stated that IIIT Delhi's well-trained and enthusiastic young graduates will play a vital role in reshaping technology and engineering as India progresses towards sustained growth, essential for realising Prime Minister Modi's vision of Swavalambi and Vikasit Bharat."

Prof. Ranjan Bose, Director of IIIT-Delhi, delivered an inspiring address and presented the Director’s Report for 2024-25, highlighting a year of significant growth and innovation, including pioneering academic programs, cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial initiatives, and global collaborations.

Addressing the graduates, he added, “The experiences you carry from here will shape how you navigate the challenges of tomorrow. As you step into a world that needs your talent, courage, and compassion, choose paths that excite your intellectual passions, ignite your creativity, and channel your abilities productively. At IIIT-Delhi, we have taught you to treat challenges as opportunities - opportunities to think differently, learn from mistakes, and realize your true potential. Be the leader, the innovator, and the change-maker, but always lean on kindness and compassion.”

Presiding over the ceremony, Prof. Rajesh Srivastava, Chairman of the Board of Governors, remarked, “IIIT-Delhi continues to embody the spirit of innovation, excellence, and social impact envisioned at its inception. As we celebrate our 14th Convocation, it is heartening to see the Institute’s remarkable progress in education, research, and entrepreneurship, from pioneering interdisciplinary programs to cutting-edge collaborations that address real-world challenges. Our graduates carry not only the knowledge but also the responsibility to make technology more humane and impactful. I am confident they will uphold IIIT-Delhi’s values and contribute meaningfully to India’s growth and global progress.”

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan. IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor