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Indian Express
7 days ago
- Health
- Indian Express
IIT Kharagpur to launch AI-based emotional monitoring tool for ‘anonymous check-ins' as part of new mental health programme
In response to rising concerns over student suicides on campus, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur is set to launch an AI-powered mental health and student welfare programme titled SETU, which is short for Support, Empathy, Transformation, and Upliftment. The programme will be rolled out as a pilot project and is expected to be extended to other IITs in the future. It combines AI-powered emotional monitoring with professional counselling and community-based support. The institute's in-house experts are developing the emotional health monitoring tool in collaboration with a tech consultancy firm. The tool will allow students to conduct anonymous self-assessments, with early-warning systems designed to flag emotional distress across academic, hostel, and administrative units. Professional mental health care will also be a part of the initiative, including access to licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and online counselling services such as YourDOST. The existing SARTH framework will be expanded to 'improve outreach and reduce stigma around mental health'. IIT Kharagpur will also continue to engage student-led groups such as the Student Welfare Group (SWG), Institute Wellness Group (IWG), and Technology Students' Gymkhana in mentorship and outreach activities. Officials said efforts would be made to build mental health awareness into regular campus life. As part of its community outreach, the institute plans to strengthen its student clubs and societies, which range from robotics and sustainability to gender rights and spirituality. Under the National Education Policy 2020, students will also have the opportunity to earn academic credit for working on real-world social challenges. The institute is also set to introduce the programme called Campus Mothers — a volunteer initiative involving faculty, staff, and their family members, trained by mental health professionals. These volunteers are expected to act as informal touchpoints for students seeking emotional support. Meanwhile, Director Prof Suman Chakraborty visited Lal Bahadur Shastri Hall of Residence on campus this week to meet newly admitted first-year undergraduate students and their parents.
The Hindu
20-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
QS world University Rankings 2026: IIT Kharagpur ranks 4th in India, 215th globally
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has been ranked 4th in India and 215th globally in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026, the institute said in a statement on Friday. The institute jumped seven places from its position in the 2025 rankings. The QS World University Rankings 2026 evaluated 8,467 institutions worldwide and featured 1,501 universities in the final list. IIT Delhi is the best-ranked Indian institution in the rankings, climbing more than 70 places in two years to secure the 123rd spot in the coveted list. IIT Kharagpur has performed well in parameters like sustainability, employer reputation, citations per faculty and international research network, the statement noted. "This global recognition is a testament to our collective pursuit of excellence in knowledge creation, dissemination, and societal impact. We remain committed to fostering innovation and interdisciplinary learning at a global level," said Prof. Amit Patra on the latest rankings before handing over the charge to his successor, the newly appointed director Prof. Suman Chakraborty. The official handing-over of charge is scheduled to take place next week. Patra has been serving as acting director since January 1, following the completion of tenure of Director Prof. VK Tewari on December 31.
Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
IIT Kharagpur forms committee to enhance campus mental health
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has established a ten-member committee comprising psychologists, legal and police professionals, educationists, counsellors, and alumni, in a move to evaluate the mental well-being of its campus community. JEE Advanced 2025 Admit Card Live Updates The committee is tasked with assessing the multiple factors, be they primary, secondary, or tertiary, and the impact on the mental health of students, faculty, and staff. It will also identify challenges such as inadequate resources, administrative shortfalls, and academic pressures that may hinder the resolution of mental health issues on campus. According to an official statement, the committee aims to gather comprehensive inputs, engaging with all stakeholders, to recommend measures that can strengthen the institute's mental health ecosystem. The committee is expected to submit its report within three months The emphasis on mental health comes at a time when IITs are witnessing significant changes in their admission processes. For instance, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) continues to be a critical gateway for postgraduate admissions, with candidates securing ranks below 200 typically considered for top IITs. However, opportunities also exist for those with lower ranks to pursue higher studies with fellowships. Moreover, the Supreme Court recently upheld the eligibility policy for JEE Advanced 2025, where it emphasised on the importance of academic autonomy. The court dismissed a plea seeking to allow students who cleared their Class 12 exams in 2023 to appear for JEE Advanced 2025, as per an earlier order issued by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA), last year. Meanwhile, the JEE Advanced 2025 admit cards will be available for download from May 12, 2025, at 10 am on using the application number and password. The exam is scheduled for May 18, 2025, with Paper 1 from 9 am to 12 pm and Paper 2 from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Candidates must bring a printed admit card and a valid government-issued photo ID to their examination centers, as entry without these documents will not be permitted. The examination will be conducted solely in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. It will consist of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2, each lasting three hours. Candidates are required to appear for both papers. Each paper will be divided into three sections: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
