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National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF) defines learning outcomes at different qualification levels, thereby ensuring quality and consistency across institutions.

The Higher Education Budget Allocation increased by 11.28% (₹5,649.27 crore) in FY 2026–27 compared to FY 2025–26, reflecting the Ministry of Education's continued commitment to strengthening higher education institutions.

Pioneering Excellence: Celebrating IIT Roorkee Alumna Vinita Gupta

IIT Roorkee takes immense pride in celebrating the remarkable achievements of Ms. Vinita Gupta (Class of 1973, Electronics & Communication Engineering), who became the first Indian-origin woman to take her company public in Silicon Valley.

An alumna of IIT Roorkee, Ms. Gupta’s journey from the classrooms of Roorkee to becoming a globally recognized entrepreneur, technology leader, investor, and board member exemplifies the transformative power of engineering education, innovation, perseverance, and leadership. Her contributions to the telecommunications industry and her continued engagement in technology, philanthropy, and mentorship continue to inspire generations of students and professionals worldwide.

Her advice to young innovators, gain experience, learn continuously, and build with conviction, resonates strongly with IIT Roorkee’s commitment to nurturing future-ready leaders and entrepreneurs who create meaningful impact across the globe.

The Institute congratulates Ms. Vinita Gupta on her extraordinary accomplishments and wishes her continued success in all her endeavors.



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IIT Roorkee researchers have identified key bioactive compounds in Ayurvedic Cow Urine Distillate (Gau Mutra Ark), demonstrating significant antiviral activity against the Chikungunya virus.

Led by Prof. Shailly Tomar and her team from the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, the study reports over 90% reduction in viral load using Cow Urine Distillate and up to 99.85% reduction through an optimized natural compound-based formulation under laboratory conditions.

Published in ACS Agricultural Science & Technology, the research advances scientific understanding of Ayurveda-inspired antiviral therapeutics and highlights the potential of integrating traditional knowledge with modern biotechnology.

IIT Roorkee is proud to be part of Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, a landmark initiative bringing together India's leading innovators, startups, researchers, academic institutions, industry leaders, and global partners.

The event serves as a platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies, foster international collaborations, and strengthen the innovation ecosystem through meaningful academia-industry engagement.

Together, we continue to advance research, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven solutions that contribute to a sustainable, innovation-led future.



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