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As a part of education technology, AI-powered browsers have the potential to really change how students find information, teachers share it, and platforms are tailored to fit learners.

Next-generation web browsers can be defined as enhanced web browsers with artificial intelligence features such as context awareness, summarisation, and automation of tasks. Using the example of Microsoft Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge, Microsoft has defined an AI browser able to understand intent, open and close tabs, and assist with workflows. As a part of education technology (EdTech), AI browsers are going to change the way students find information, teachers share it, and platforms can be tailored to fit learners.

AI browsers upgrade personalized learning

AI browsers support not just learners but also educators and EdTech platforms. AI browser functionalities would let teachers compress research, write teaching plans, and flip thick academic documents into student-readable formats. Course designers and content creators would be more productive with AI browsers in their existing processes and devote more time to pedagogy rather than curation. On the platform level, EdTech firms can integrate the AI support via web-based platforms into their portals to make it seamless for learners to switch between web-based resources, platform modules, and interactive learning, all within the same smart browsing experience.

Real-time content, contextual learning with AI browsers

The problems with EdTech are issues such as maintaining content and contextuality. The AI browsers can support that in their ability to automatically retrieve new information on the web, thus providing the context of new topics or the latest news. For example, during a live science module, an AI browser could import the most recent research paper or data visualisation, which would make a lesson dynamic. Furthermore, AI browsers are designed to process context and reasoning across multi-tabs and open tabs-functionality improving research and learning processes.

Risks, adoption and strategic implications

Analytically, there are factors of AI browsers in EdTech, though the prospect is powerful. First, there is an issue of data safety and confidentiality-the threat is not negligible. Educational institutions and websites should make sure that AI browsing agents do not exceed the permissions and show student information. Second, equity and access should be considered: students who have no access to high-speed internet or modern devices might experience the beneficial effect of AI browser enhancements differently, which further increases learning inequality. Third, workflow integration is important: just the ability to use an AI browser will not help to achieve improved results unless it is supported by pedagogy exploiting its capabilities in a purposeful manner. Strategically, EdTech companies integrating AI browsers or collaborating with browser providers are at an advantage in terms of competition-they have access to richer, smarter forms of learning based on the browser, and can differentiate based on better content engagement and retention.

What to watch ahead?

To the EdTech stakeholders and practitioners in India and other parts of the world that are observing this space, five-year horizon cues are:

Browser-platform synergy: EdTech platforms that are compatible with browser-based AI, providing embedded learning experiences.

Context-aware learning modules: The lessons that do not just respond to the student, but also to the tabs, resources, and browsing context of the learner. Governance models: norms and regulations of what AI browsers may access in learning, how it uses privacy, and how it facilitates ethical education. Ready devices and infrastructure: Institutional readiness will become a factor since AI browsers are either computationally or connectivity-intensive. Outcome measurement: It would be required to show that AI browsers can deliver better learning outcomes, rather than engagement. AI browsers are bringing the wider AI ecosystem to the EdTech sector, and they have real potential to transform methods of educating, experiencing, and designing education. Worth noting is that AI browsers are nothing new; rather, they are a strategic layer in between the learner, the web, and the platform. They could lead to deeper personalisation, if done carefully, a more efficient educator and more relevant content. However, governance will determine success, equal access, and significant integration. Probably the next stage of digital learning innovation will be driven by an EdTech sector which will adjust to this browsing-based change.

A team of researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic University has made a significant leap in solar technology: the development of semi-transparent and colourful solar cells that are a more attractive option for green energy. Unlike normal opaque panels, the new cells produce electricity when used on windows, facades and other forms of glass. Electrical power can be obtained on buildings without compromise to their appearance or optical transmission.

A Smarter Way of Capturing Light

To address this challenge, the researchers developed a novel performance indicator for clear photocathodes called Figure of Merit for Light Utilisation Efficiency (FoMLUE), which can be used to optimize light absorption properties of photoactive materials without sacrificing transparency simultaneously. The researchers were able to increase energy absorption without affecting clarity by choosing materials with greater values of FoMLUE.

Reimagining the Sun in Urban Design

These clear cells can be used throughout a building to make entire buildings power-independent and turn glass walls or skylights into sources of clean energy. This solution would be capable of reducing electricity usage from traditional power wires while it lowers carbon emissions, in the interest of international environmental goals.

The researchers further add that the savings can even be realized in the long run, as organic solar has been cited as inexpensive per unit and with possible growth across many sectors; thus, ST-OPVs have the potential to become a significant renewable energy source.

The Future of Energy-Generating Architecture

Another way of putting it is that buildings will no longer have to sacrifice see-through appearances for energy savings. Semi-transparent solar technology could soon turn every window on every skyscraper — and every glass facade — into another part of the citywide power grid, taking us step by step toward a cleaner, greener urban future.

The situation in higher education in India is shifting at a very fast rate, particularly in the areas of technology, which spur economic growth and innovation. ISIL techniques, basic technological infrastructure, and collaboration with the industry: Indian universities that are privately owned are pumping a lot of money into high level faculty, state of the art facilities and industry partnering efforts to offer students the latest technological training. Some of the best private universities in India with the latest technology based programs in 2025 are listed below:

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Tamil Nadu.

According to various rankings, such as NIRF 2025 and Outlook, VIT is the leading favorite among the list of the top private tech universities. It provides several technological courses such as BTech, MTech, and PhD with majors in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Cybersecurity and others. VIT has a large campus with state of the art laboratories and a great track record of placements with such companies as Amazon and Microsoft.

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, Rajasthan.

BITS Pilani is a mixture of high academic standards with a culture of entrepreneurship. The BITS, which boasts of a flexible higher education system, provides innovative BTech and MTech programs with focus on research, innovation and international internship. It is a pioneer in STEM education that has excellent industry networks and graduate achievements.

SRM Institute of science and technology (SRMIST), Tamil Nadu.

SRMIST is one of the most favored privatized universities when it comes to technology education that revolves around new infrastructures such as IoT, Robotics, and Renewable Energy. The institute is rated very high in research output but also has international university partners and so offers its tech students a lot of exposure. 

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Karnataka

Manipal University is known for its comprehensive tech programs along with interdisciplinary courses. It integrates industry internships and innovation labs extensively, preparing students for future tech challenges and careers.

Shiv Nadar University (SNU), Uttar Pradesh

SNU is a rising tech university offering cutting-edge programs in computer science, data science, and computational biology. Its research facilities and industry partnerships aim to nurture problem-solving skills and technological innovation.

Amity University

Amity boasts of over 300 courses in various streams such as advanced technology courses such as AI, Blockchain, and Cloud Computing among other campuses around the country. It boasts of international diversification and high-quality industry-related programs.

Thapar Institute of Technology, Punjab.

Thapar University is a well-known institution of engineering innovation and research based education. It is well-connected as far as industry is concerned and targets such directions as artificial intelligence, signal processing, and embedded systems.

Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology (DA-IICT), Gujarat

DA-IICT specializes in information and communication technology with programs specially tailored to emerging trends in digital technologies, cybersecurity, and machine learning.

Lovely Professional University (LPU), Punjab

LPU is a large multidisciplinary private university offering diverse tech programs with a focus on digital transformation and emerging technologies. It boasts a high number of industry tie-ups and experiential learning opportunities.

International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Hyderabad

Though a deemed university, IIIT Hyderabad is famed for its advanced research and education in AI, data science, and computer science, drawing top tech talent with its rigorous curriculum and collaborative projects.

What Are the Strengths of these Universities?

1. Unique Curriculum: The universities continuously revise the courses to align with industry dynamics like AI, machine learning, IoT, blockchain and data analytics.
2. Faculty Competencies: well-experienced faculty members who have good research and industry background.
3. International Partnerships: International cooperation with technological educational institutions of other countries expands knowledge sharing and possibilities.
4. Research and Innovation: Specialized labs, incubators and funding of student startups and research projects.
5. Industry Interface: Frequent internships, workshops, and final placement drives with major employers make one career ready.
6. Infrastructure: Contemporary classrooms, computer labs, and facilities promote a simulative learning experience.

The technology education landscape in the private sector in India is extremely competitive and dynamic with these universities in the frontline towards generating industry ready professionals. These institutions will be the best private universities in India to offer the latest technology education in 2025 because students who wish to pursue a career in advanced technology and innovation can obtain the top education and opportunities available in these institutions.

APG Shimla University is taking strong steps in the upcoming technology education by  blending cutting-edge curriculum, practical experience, and close industry collaborations to empower the next generation of tech leaders and innovators. The university is rapidly becoming a technological education center in Himachal Pradesh and North India with industry-congruent courses, advanced research, and attention to new-age specializations.

Industry-Focused and Emerging Technology Programs

School of Engineering & Technology of APG Shimla University offers a comprehensive portfolio based on emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, IoT, and Cloud Computing. This is evident in the form of specialty B.Tech, M.Tech, BCA, and MCA degrees. 

Recently, it signed an MoU with CTPL Next Gen introducing new industry-centric courses, focusing on hands-on experience, employability, and exposure to real-world projects through workshops, live projects, and guest lectures. Its regular tie-ups with local and national information technology firms ensure that practical experience is ever paramount.

State-of-the-Art Learning and Research

APG Shimla University's schools of Engineering have modern labs, cloud labs, and coding arenas for hands-on technical training. Professors arrive with industry and research experience, so students get academic rigor as well as practical mentoring. Industrial visits, hackathons, seminars, and guest lectures (e.g., on AWS, Cloud, Dot Net) bring students into direct touch with contemporary industry practice.

Student-Centric Innovations and Achievements

One of the key focuses  of APG Shimla University is to create industry-ready students. Placement drives with firms such as Coding Blocks, Hoping Minds, and Think Next facilitated hundreds of students in getting positions in prestigious organizations. Entrepreneurship and innovation through projects, mentor-mentee interaction, and industry internship is encouraged by the university, developing inventive problem-solving and leadership in students.

Locally Relevant, Globally Competitive Vision

Consistently updating its curriculum and forging industry links, APG Shimla University encourages local talent and bridges Himachal Pradesh's technology gaps. Its rigorous system of mentoring and counseling in academic choices gets students globally, competitively ready for tech careers while keeping them rooted in local needs. New initiatives, such as webinars on sustainable engineering and career counseling, make students regionally job-ready while capable of contributing globally.

Admissions and Eligibility Aspiring students can take admissions in new age technology disciplines such as B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering, Data Science, or AI after securing at least 45–50% aggregate in 10+2 (with PCM), and through national or state engineering entrance exams or JEE Main or through HP CET. Online, flexible application process enables these new age programs to open up for tech enthusiasts from all nooks of the country.

All-in-all, APG Shimla University's persistent efforts in curriculum development, research, and industrial interaction are enabling regionally relevant as well as globally sought-after talent in the information technology workforce for the future-ready world.

State's minister of science, technology and technical education, Sumit Kumar Singh, on Monday made a declaration stating that students who obtain top three ranks in various streams of polytechnic and engineering all over the state would be provided with laptops from next year under "Medhavi Chhatra Protsahan Puraskar".

Currently, the award carries a medal, certificate, memento and cash prize of Rs 5,000, Rs 4000 and Rs 3,000 for students achieving first, second and third positions, respectively, at state-level—both in engineering colleges and polytechnic.

"We must not limit the award to five streams alone. Rather, we want to provide all the students who have topped at state level in all the streams of polytechnic and engineering. It will instill healthy competition among the students," Singh said.

He was speaking at a meet of students and parents at a function, held to distribute the toppers with "Medhavi Chhatra Protsahan Puraskar 2025", awarded to students who have secured top three positions at state level in five streams.

The event was held on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna and illustrious engineer Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. The day is observed as 'Engineer's Day'.

"To encourage performing teachers in engineering colleges and polytechnic, they too should be rewarded," said the minister.

The secretary in the department, Pratima, said that the award would encourage others to study diligently to become top performers.

Asserting that focus is being placed on "technical education" and STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) throughout the country since it's a world of technology, she asserted that engineers, being technology drivers, act like facilitators to produce "ease of living.".

"Chief minister has laid particular stress on technical education which is clear from the fact that he had aimed for there to be one engineering and polytechnic college in every district of the state," she said.

"CM-led by us, we are now focusing on quality technical education. We have to design curriculum continuously with industry requirements in mind," Pratima stated, mentioning that the department is also striving hard for NBA accreditation and NIRF ranking for engineering colleges beyond launching new streams.

After a slowdown and uncertainty post the Byju's crisis, India's edtech industry made a robust revival in the first half of 2025. Activity on the investment front increased more than fivefold from the year ago, with study-abroad service, workforce training, and AI-based language remain the areas of focus for start-ups.

After slowing down and increasing doubt after the Byju's drama, India's education technology  industry rebounded well in the first half of 2025. Investment in edtech start-ups increased more than fivefold from a year ago during the same period. It raised $120 million in 11 deals during Janury-June, data by Venture Intelligence quoted by The Economic Times revealed.

The industry's raise was $22 million through seven deals during the same period last year, according to the report. Still, this figure is less than the $230 million of funding raised during the first half of 2023.

A majority of the funding went into start-ups providing study-abroad solutions, workforce upskilling platforms, and AI-driven ventures venturing into language learning, as well as regional education.

The space is also set to grow more as PhysicsWallah is set to list. This is a revival of momentum following the industry's reboot after the ongoing insolvency process of Byju's meltdown.

Indian Edtech Start-Ups

PhysicsWallah has submitted revised draft papers with markets regulator Sebi (Securities and Exchange Board of India) to mop up ₹3,820 crore through an initial public offering (IPO) for growth and expansion plans.

The IPO has a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating ₹3,100 crore and an offer for sale of up to ₹720 crore by promoters, as per the revised draft red herring prospectus (UDRHP) submitted on Saturday.

Both promoters, Alakh Pandey and Prateek Boob, will offer shares aggregating ₹360 crore each through the OFS. Currently, both own 40.35% stake each in the company.

The edtech provides competitive exam test preparation courses on JEE, NEET, GATE and UPSC, and upskilling courses, all through online channels (YouTube, website, and apps), technology-enabled offline facilities, and hybrid centres, which provide a combination of online classes with on-site assistance.

Also, Softbank-funded edtech unicorn Eruditus recently closed a refinancing of up to $150 million headed by MARS Growth Capital, a joint fund of Liquidity and Japan's biggest bank MUFG Bank. CollegeDekho has also raised ₹40 crore from debt marketplace Recur Club.

Former COO of Unacademy Vivek Sinha's edtech venture Emversity has raised $5 million in its pre-Series A round from existing investors Z447 and Lightspeed Venture Partners. And even Byju Raveendran also made the announcement that the founder will introduce Byju's 3.0 once insolvency proceedings are over.

Some of the leading start-ups in this category are Byju's and Unacademy, among others. This category also experienced a subsequent growth in its funding during 2021, followed by a decline.

As of August 2024, this category raised $151 million in funding, a 28% rise compared to the same time in 2023, based on data from Tracxn. The test preparation category is another category that is picking up pace.