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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
IIT Bombay vs IIT Madras: Where India's premier engineering institutes stand in QS World University Rankings 2026
As Indian institutions continue to climb global academic rankings, two names remain at the heart of the country's higher education rise—IIT Bombay and IIT Madras. The QS World University Rankings 2026 has once again placed both these institutions within the top 200, highlighting their academic influence, research prowess, and global potential. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But while they share the same legacy, their performances reflect two distinct trajectories. While is ranked #129, IIT Madras trails at #180. On the surface, this difference of 51 positions might seem significant, but the underlying data reveals a story of contrasting strengths and emerging academic identities. IIT Bombay vs IIT Madras: A parameter-wise comparison Here is a detailed comparison of how these elite engineering institutions have performed on the global stage. QS Metric (2026) IIT Bombay IIT Madras Global Rank 129 180 Overall Score 64.8 58.4 Academic Reputation 73.3 56.8 Employer Reputation 96.7 85.8 Employment Outcomes 72.6 45.8 Citations per Faculty 82.9 90.2 Faculty-Student Ratio 16.1 21.3 International Faculty Ratio 6.5% 3.1% International Student Ratio 1.6% 3.2% International Student Diversity 1.5 7.4 International Research Network 46.6 45.6 Sustainability Score 75.2 73 Total Students 13,073 10,287 International Students 94 147 Total Faculty 772 686 Domestic Faculty 96% 97% International Faculty 4% 3% Academic reputation and employability: Bombay in the lead IIT Bombay continues to be India's most recognisable brand in global academia. Its academic reputation (73.3) and employer reputation (96.7) position it as a trusted institution among both international scholars and recruiters. The institute's long-standing alumni presence across industries and academia globally contributes to this reputation. IIT Madras, while behind in these areas, still boasts a strong employer reputation (85.8), reflecting increasing recognition in Southern Asia and emerging tech sectors. However, its academic reputation (56.8) indicates a more regional visibility that is yet to scale globally. Research impact : Madras surpasses in citations Despite Bombay's edge in reputation, IIT Madras outshines in research impact. With a Citations per faculty score of 90.2, it surpasses Bombay's 82.9, suggesting a higher influence of its research outputs. This aligns with Madras's growing reputation in energy systems, sustainable technologies, and AI research. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Madras also holds a 31 global rank by subject, further reinforcing its subject-specific research depth. Employment outcomes : Bombay's strength The most striking contrast lies in employment outcomes. IIT Bombay scores a robust 72.6, while Madras lags behind at 45.8. This points to stronger post-graduate placement, higher mobility, and alumni success at Bombay, likely driven by its industry-linked curriculum and location advantage in Mumbai's tech ecosystem. Global diversity: Madras leads in student mix When it comes to internationalisation, both institutions have work to do. However, IIT Madras has a better international student ratio (3.2%) and a much higher diversity score (7.4) compared to Bombay's 1.5. It also hosts more international students in absolute numbers (147 vs 94), indicating a more active engagement with global postgraduate talent. Still, both institutions remain far behind global leaders in attracting international faculty and students, a reflection of systemic challenges in India's academic mobility and outreach. Sustainability and global networks Bombay continues to push forward in sustainability, scoring 75.2. While IIT Madras has attained a 73 score globally in the QS Sustainability Ranking, its rising research in renewable energy, clean tech, and climate innovation signals a growing commitment to this domain. In international research collaborations, both institutes are closely matched, 46.6 for Bombay and 45.6 for Madras.
Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
You Can Now Spend The Night At One Of London's Most Iconic Restaurants
A two-bed "lodging house," Permit Room Lodgings is set above Dishoom's all-day cafe/bar Permit Room Portobello With eight locations in London, the beloved Indian restaurant group Dishoom is widely praised for its beautifully nostalgic design and fantastic Bombay street food-inspired menus. Now, for the first time, the team behind the restaurants is inviting guests to not only dine but stay the night at the new Permit Room Lodging, which opened this month (June 2025) above its latest all-day bar/café, Permit Room Portobello. Set above the ground-floor restaurant with its own private street entrance, the new accommodation is a private apartment, sleeping four and comprising of two en-suite bedrooms connected to a separate living room. The concept borrows inspiration from the traditional lodging houses in Bombay, comfortable places often run by Parsi proprietors. That same asthetic theme underpins these new digs. 'We kept coming back to wanting to keep things rooted in Bombay, and the warmth that envelops you the moment you arrive there,' says Shamil and Kavi Thakrar, Co-Founders of Dishoom and Permit Room, via press release. 'Bombayites are kind, generous and proud of their city. We thought, what if we could extend our hospitality to our guests even more fully? Some of our most cherished memories are from staying with friends and family in Bombay; the types of visits where the door is wide open and you're ushered inside to be taken care of. What if we could transport our guests to a romantic Bombay residence? These feelings of nostalgia and looking after people to the best of our ability led us to come up with our Permit Room Lodgings.' Working with acclaimed UK hospitality design studio Macaulay Sinclair, which also developed many of the group's stylish restaurants, the team delved deep into Bombay's past to guide the vibe. Research trips took them to local lodging houses, private family homes, and vintage Deco hotels including Bombay's Bentley's Hotel and Sea Green Hotel on Marine Drive. One standout inspiration was Kekee Manzil, the 1920s home of legendary Bombay art patrons Kekoo and Khorshed Gandhy, where eclectic charm and layered personality offered a roadmap for the interiors. The end result is a space that feels as much like a cultured friend's apartment as a boutique hotel. Over 30 original pieces of Bombay-sourced vintage furniture now sit proudly in the Lodgings, alongside bespoke beds, reclaimed parquet flooring and arched windows that pour light in. Art plays a major role in this new chapter. Both the Lodgings and downstairs dining area are adorned with works curated by Rajiv Menon Contemporary, the Los Angelos-based gallery known for championing young South Asian artists. Expect bold, contemporary pieces by the likes of Mustafa Mohsin, Maya Varadaraj and Nibha Akireddy. Other highlights at the Lodgings include Mauli Rituals amenities; a bespoke drinks cabinet stocked for cocktail-making; and a record player and hand-picked collection of vinyls, sourced from nearby record shop Rough Trade West, naturally. Books and magazines come courtesy of other Notting Hill neighbours Shreeji News and Books for Cooks. Each guest gets a Key to the City: Dishoom's insider guide to London, full of handpicked spots and local perks, perfect for discovering the area like a resident. But the best perk? Dishoom's famous complimentary chai is just a call away, plus guests get to skip to the front of the line at any Dishoom restaurant during their stay. Rates starting at at £700 per night (with a two-night minimum). The lodgings include over 30 pieces of furniture souced from Bombay Artwork has been curated in collaboration with Los Angeles-based gallery Rajiv Menon Contemporary to highlight modern South Asia art Design comes care of Macaulay Sinclair, UK-based interiors architect with a portfolio that includes Dishoom restaurants in Kensington, Battersea, and Kings Cross Permit Room Portobello is a new all-day cafe and bar from Dishoom, located below the new Permit Room Lodgings
India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
QS University Rankings 2026: 54 Indian institutes on list, only 3 in top 200
The QS World University Rankings 2026 were released there's some good news, and some not-so-good. Fifty-four Indian universities have made it to the global list this year, which makes India the fourth most represented country overall, after the USA, UK, and China. But only three of those have made it to the top Delhi has climbed to the 123rd position, up from 150 last year, and 197 in 2024. It's now India's highest-ranked university in QS Rankings 2026. The institute has done well across key parameters -- 50th in Employer Reputation, 86th in Citations per Faculty, and 142nd in Academic Bombay, which was the top Indian institute in 2025 at rank 118, slipped slightly to 129. But the surprise rise came from IIT Madras, which jumped 47 spots to land at 180, making one of the biggest gains for India in this year's list.8 NEW INDIAN UNIVERSITIES JOIN RANKINGS In another boost, eight Indian institutions entered the QS rankings for the first time, the highest number of new entries by any country this year. This expansion shows how Indian universities are slowly gaining global from the IITs, IIT Kharagpur stands at 215, IISc Bangalore at 219, and Delhi University at 328. From the private sector, BITS Pilani sits at 668 and OP Jindal Global University remains in the 851–900 are the top 20 Indian universities as per QS World University Rankings 2026:Rank in IndiaGlobal RankUniversity NameLocation (State)1123Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD)Delhi2129Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)Maharashtra3180Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)Tamil Nadu4=215Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP)West Bengal5=219Indian Institute of Science (IISc)Karnataka6222Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK)Uttar Pradesh7=328University of DelhiDelhi8=334Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG)Assam9=339Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR)Uttarakhand10=465Anna UniversityTamil Nadu11503Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management SciencesHimachal Pradesh12=556Indian Institute of Technology IndoreMadhya Pradesh13=558Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)Delhi14=566Indian Institute of Technology BHU VaranasiUttar Pradesh15=566Savitribai Phule Pune UniversityMaharashtra16=575Chandigarh UniversityPunjab17=664Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)Telangana18=664University of MumbaiMaharashtra19=668Birla Institute of Technology and Science, PilaniRajasthan20=676Jadavpur UniversityWest Bengaladvertisement(Note: The rankings as mentioned below are at time accompanied by '=' which indicates that the position is shared by other institutes.)GLOBAL RANKINGS: MIT STILL ON TOPAt the global level, MIT continues to reign at Rank 1 for the 14th straight year. Imperial College London has moved up to second, pushing Stanford University to has also made impressive strides -- Peking University is steady at 14th, Tsinghua University rises to 17th, and Fudan University makes a strong leap to are the top 10 universities globally as per QS World University Rankings 2026:RankUniversity NameLocation1Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Cambridge, United States2Imperial College LondonLondon, United Kingdom3Stanford UniversityStanford, United States4University of OxfordOxford, United Kingdom5Harvard UniversityCambridge, United States6University of CambridgeCambridge, United Kingdom7ETH ZurichZrich, Switzerland8National University of Singapore (NUS)Singapore, Singapore9University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom10California Institute of Technology (Caltech)Pasadena, United StatesWHAT'S NEW IN THE METHODOLOGY?This year's rankings included over 1,500 universities from more than 100 locations. A new metric, International Student Diversity, was introduced (though not yet scored). It tracks both how many and how diverse the international student population is at each the full QS World University Rankings 2026 here
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Arvind Swamy Turns 55: What Made Roza Actor A Millionaire?
Last Updated: Happy Birthday Arvind Swamy: He became a household name with hit movies like Roja and Bombay. Happy Birthday Arvind Swamy: One of the most loved actors in Indian cinema, Arvind Swamy has won hearts with his strong performances. Today, on June 18, the actor is celebrating his 55th birthday. He began his acting journey in 1991 with the film Thalapathi directed by Mani Ratnam. Since then, there has been no turning back for him. For more than 30 years, Arvind has been a popular name in Tamil films. In the early 90s, he became a household name with his roles in hit movies like Roja and Bombay. Arvind Swamy's 5 Must-Watch Movies Roja (1992): Directed by Mani Ratnam, this romantic thriller was released in 1992. Arvind plays a man who works on a secret mission and ends up getting kidnapped in Kashmir. The story shows how his wife, played by Madhoo Shah, does everything she can to save him. Arvind's powerful performance made a big impact. Roja also won three National Awards and is considered a classic. Bombay (1995): Another powerful film where Arvind shines in the lead role. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the film tells the story of a Hindu man and a Muslim woman who fall in love and start a family. Arvind plays the role of the husband who tries to keep his family safe during religious tensions and violence in Bombay. Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya (2000): In Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya, Arvind plays a simple village boy named Mohit. One day at a fair, he sees a girl from the city, played by Manisha Koirala, and feels an instant connection. He truly believes she is the queen he has always dreamed of. Mohit then follows her to the city hoping to tell her how he feels but he struggles to express his love. Thani Oruvan (2015): Thani Oruvan shows a very different side of Arvind. In this action film, he plays a powerful villain. The movie is about a young police officer, played by Jayam Ravi, who is trying to stop Arvind's character from doing wrong. The film takes a little inspiration from the bond between Karna and Duryodhana from the Mahabharata. Thalaivii (2021): Arvind plays M.G. Ramachandran, a legendary actor and politician. The film, released in 2021, is based on the life of Jayalalithaa with Kangana Ranaut playing her. Arvind Swamy's Net Worth Despite being one of the well-established actors in the film industry, Arvind's journey has seen many ups and downs. In the early 1990s, he was one of the most loved faces in Tamil cinema. But by the end of the decade, things started to change. Some of his films faced production issues and a few didn't do well. His last films during that time included En Swasa Kaatre and the Hindi film Raja Ko Rani Se Pyaar Ho Gaya. After a short cameo in Mani Ratnam's Alai Payuthey, Arvind stepped away from acting. He chose to leave the film industry and focus on business instead. Arvind comes from a strong business background. His father, V.D. Swamy, was a successful entrepreneur. Arvind himself studied International Business in the US before entering the film world. Once he left films, he took charge of his family's company, VD Swamy and Co. He also worked in international trade and construction. Over time, he became the President of InterPro Global and also served as Chairman and Managing Director of Prorelease India. In 2005, Arvind started his own company called Talent Maximus. It deals with payroll services and temporary staffing. The company grew rapidly and by 2022, it was reportedly worth over Rs 3,300 crore. First Published: June 18, 2025, 07:20 IST
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hariharan mesmerises Mumbai with his music
Hariharan captivated the audience at the NMACC's Grand Theatre with a nostalgic journey through his iconic melodies, spanning Bollywood hits and independent tracks. The concert, featuring duets with his son Akshay Hariharan, showcased his versatility and infectious energy. He concluded the evening with a heartfelt tribute, earning a standing ovation for his performance of Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyaara Hai. Sunday evening (June 15) at the Grand Theatre at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) felt electric as Hariharan walked onto the stage, opening the concert with Kesariya Balam in all its folk-classical glory. 'So nice to be here, singing for you at this lovely theatre! Thank you very much for coming today,' he greeted the audience warmly. What followed was not just a concert — it was a mood, a memory, a masterclass. Hariharan's soul-stirring, crowd-favourite melodies including Roja (Bombay), Jhonka Hawa Ka (Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam), Chanda Re (Sapnay), Nahin Saamne Tu (Taal), and Ay Hairathe (Guru) created an atmosphere steeped in nostalgia and emotion. Introducing the title track from Yaadein, he said, 'Yeh gaana aap sab ko yaad hoga, toh hum saath mein gayenge,' inviting the audience to join in, and they did. From there, he eased into his evergreen tracks like Yeh Lamhe Yeh Pal (Lamhe), Chhod Aaye Hum (Maachis), and Bahon Ke Darmiyan (Khamoshi). His velvet voice flowed effortlessly, every pause turning into a silence worth listening to. The audience, an elegant blend of old-school connoisseurs and young music enthusiasts, sat enraptured. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Many mouthed the words, some sang along aloud, others simply remained still, soaking in every note. With his son Akshay Hariharan During the nearly three-hour-long concert, Hariharan also brought infectious energy to the stage. He performed upbeat tracks on stage with his son, Akshay Hariharan, who joined him in recreating songs like Bhaaga Sa (Chachi 420), Kabhi Main Kahoon (Lamhe), Telephone Dhun (Hindustani), and Dil Ne Dil Se Ikrar Kiya (Haqeeqat), engaging the audience with light-hearted anecdotes and behind-the-scenes trivia. A multiple National Award winner with over 8,000 songs in seven languages to his credit, Hariharan delighted fans not only with his voice but also his flair, changing jackets four times and glasses thrice as he delivered one beloved number after another. He also sang a Marathi song, some of his independent hits including Krishna, and ghazals like Kaash Aisa Koi Manzar Hota, which drew sighs and claps from fans. The final performance of the night was a heartfelt tribute in response to the recent airplane tragedy. As he sang Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyaara Hai, the audience rose in a standing ovation. Visibly moved, Hariharan folded his hands and said, 'Thank you,' as the applause continued to pour in.
