16 September - Insights

Need to bridge industry-academia gap in startup ecosystem: Mr. Anil Agarwal

“There is a need to bridge key gaps in the startup ecosystem in India, and GDC is doing exactly that. I would like to take this initiative to a national level.” -Mr. Anil Agarwal, Additional Secretary (DPIIT), & Chief Guest for the FINALE Read More

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16 September - Insights

“Commercializing university research is the need of the hour”

“I learnt to be an entrepreneur the hard way – through trial and error. What should have taken me a mere 2-3 years took twice the time to complete,” says Professor V. Ramgopal Rao, Director, IIT Delhi. Read More

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4 January - Insights

India needs Innovation across the spectrum

“There is a need to bridge key gaps in the startup ecosystem in India, and GDC is doing exactly that. I would like to take this initiative to a national level.” -Mr. Anil Agarwal, Additional Secretary (DPIIT), & Chief Guest for the FINALE Read More

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10 March - Insights

The Emerging role of academicians and researchers in the Indian startup ecosystem: A discussion

The 10th Annual Deshpande Symposium was held as an online event in June this year. GDC conducted a panel discussion at the event, on the ‘Emerging role of academicians and researchers in the Indian startup ecosystem’. The panel comprised distinguished academicians from across India - Prof. Ravinder David Koilpillai from IIT Madras, Prof. J. Ramkumar from IIT Kanpur, Dr. Manish Arora from the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, and Ms. Poyni Bhatt, CEO of Society for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (SINE) at IIT Bombay. The discussion was moderated by R. Raghuttama Rao, CEO, GDC. Read More

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11 March - Insights

How I-NCUBATE helps deep-tech startups go from the lab to market?

The Gopalakrishnan-Deshpande Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, IIT Madras, has completed 18 cohorts of its flagship I-NCUBATE program. Almost every startup that participated in the eight-week program found it to be transformational. What happens during those eight weeks? Read More

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5 June - Insights

Navigating Entrepreneurship:
The I-NDUCT Program at GDC

Curious about diving into the startup world? Discover how GDC’s transformative program equips STEM researchers and students with essential skills for entrepreneurial success. Read more for insights into bridging the … Read More

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5 June - Insights

Unraveling the Enigma of Sustainable Revenue for Startups

Unraveling the Enigma of Sustainable Revenue for Startups. Dive into our latest article to uncover the secrets behind startup success! Explore how prioritizing customer needs can lead to lasting revenue … Read More

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22 July - Insights

Transforming STEM Education: GDC’s I-NITIATE Program

In the swiftly evolving realm of Indian academia, innovation and entrepreneurship stand as crucial catalysts for advancement. Yet, amidst these burgeoning opportunities, many educational institutions lack structured support to fully … Read More

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23 July - Insights

Transforming Lab Innovations into Market Success: Inside GDC’s I-NCUBATE Program

Have you ever wondered why brilliant ideas born in labs sometimes struggle to make it in the real world? It’s a conundrum that has puzzled entrepreneurs, researchers, and academics alike … Read More

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18 October - Insights

XCarb® India Accelerator Programme Case Study : Bridging Research and Market Application through Open Innovation

In an era where innovation is paramount for competitive advantage and addressing global challenges, open innovation emerges as a transformative approach. The XCarb® India Accelerator Programme, launched in July 2023 … Read More

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18 October - Insights

Bridging Aspirations and Entrepreneurship :
GDC’s I-NITIATE Program

In a time marked by rapid economic change, the link between entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial intentions has emerged as a vital focal point. Conventional entrepreneurship programs, which typically emphasize the … Read More

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24 January - Insights

Redefining Innovation: The DST-GDC I-NCUBATE Program

Startups often begin with grand ideas and ambitious dreams, yet many stumble before reaching the finish line. It’s rarely the lack of innovation or funding that causes these failures—it’s the … Read More

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15 April - Insights

Unlocking Innovation with GDC’s I-GNITE Program

In the world of deep tech innovation, the transition from lab-based research to a commercially viable product is one of the most challenging yet crucial phases for startups. Moving from … Read More

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16 April - Insights

5th Annual GDC Symposium – Highlights

The 5th Annual Symposium of the Gopalakrishnan-Deshpande Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (GDC) at IIT Madras, held on January 30, 2025, brought together a distinguished group of innovators, policymakers, and … Read More

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28 July - Insights

Empowering Deep-Tech Innovators: DST-GDC
I-NCUBATE Program

There’s a certain romance in how most start-ups begin—charged with possibility, driven by purpose. Grand ideas take shape in labs and classrooms, animated by bold visions and brilliant minds. Yet … Read More

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