Current Affairs - Education - Discussion

IIT Madras announced the creation of its first international deep-tech center in Menlo Park, California, with an investment plan of US$ 7.5 million. The initiative was introduced at the SelectUSA Investment Summit and aims to support Indian deep-tech startups by providing access to mentorship, funding opportunities, and global markets. Developed in collaboration with CA Startups, the centre is designed to encourage translational research, innovation, and international talent exchange. IIT Madras, established in 1959 with support from West Germany, is recognised as one of India’s leading engineering and research institutions and is headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.