Apdeops Technologies apdeops.com/ which is incubated and supported by CIIC, was featured in The New Indian Express for its contribution to cyber awareness and digital safety through the Cyber Shield 360 initiative. The feature highlights the importance of staying alert, recognising cyber threats, and practising safe digital habits. Check out the article @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

Interaction with Bio-NEST Startups! Bringing together life sciences innovators, startup founders, and industry leaders to celebrate innovation, exchange insights, and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Check out the highlights from an evening of meaningful conversations, expert perspectives, and networking at CIIC! 🎥 youtu.be/EsZmsUwOXgM?si=l3ZM…

A New Milestone in Collaborative Innovation! We are pleased to announce the inauguration of the Cobotics Lab at the IHFC – Co-Innovation Centre, at Crescent Innovation & Incubation Council (CIIC), B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. Funded by IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics) ihfc.co.in/, the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi, this initiative aims to promote hands-on learning, strengthen industry–academia collaboration, and encourage innovation in collaborative robotics and automation. The lab will provide opportunities for students, researchers, and innovators to explore emerging technologies and develop solutions for the future of manufacturing and automation. Date: Friday, 30 October 2026 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue: AIC – CIIC, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai We look forward to this important milestone and the new opportunities it brings for innovation, learning, and collaboration.

CIIC and AIC-CIIC team welcomed Dr.A.Srivatsan, Head of CRDF crdf.org.in/, Dr.Jaffer AA Khan, Director of the the RICS Crescent Centre of Excellence for Built Environment crescent.education/rics/ and Mr.Sajid Sathak, Co-Chair of the RICS Crescent Centre of Excellence for Built Environment, to explore potential collaborative opportunities. The visit provided an opportunity to exchange ideas, share expertise, and discuss avenues for collaboration in innovation, research, and entrepreneurship. At CIIC and AIC-CIIC, we believe that meaningful partnerships can bring diverse perspectives together, create new possibilities, and strengthen the innovation ecosystem. 🚀

Turn Moringa into Value. Turn Your Ideas into Business! Join CIIC–LBI, Madurai’s Moringa Value-Added Products Training Programme and explore opportunities to create products from moringa leaves, pods and flowers. 📚 Explore a range of products: ✅ Leaf-based products: Moringa powder, tea, soup mix, health drink mix, herbal salt and traditional food mixes. ✅ Snacks & food products: Laddu, biscuits, cookies, brownies, noodles, smoothie mix and pancake mix. ✅ Pod-based products: Pod chips, dehydrated pods, ready-to-cook packs and pod powder. ✅ Flower-based products: Dried flowers, flower tea and flower powder. 👥 Who can participate? Aspiring entrepreneurs, food business owners, farmers, SHG members and students. 📅 Date: 27 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Crescent Madurai Campus, Kallampatti, Chatrapatti Post, Madurai – 625014. 💰 Special offer: ₹999 instead of ₹2,999! 🌱 CIIC facility highlight: Fluid bed dryer available for drying moringa leaves. 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register

Crescent Innovation & Incubation Council (CIIC), in collaboration with MIC Business Solutions, is organising an ONDC Awareness & Onboarding Training Programme to introduce entrepreneurs and business owners to the opportunities offered by digital commerce. The programme will cover the fundamentals of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), its benefits, seller onboarding, registration requirements, and technical guidance to help businesses expand their digital presence and reach new markets. MSMEs, small business owners, startups, entrepreneurs, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), food and agro-based businesses, and aspiring entrepreneurs are encouraged to participate. 📅 Date: 30 October 2026 💻 Mode: Online 💰 Registration Fee: ₹299 per participant Take the next step towards digital growth and discover how ONDC can help your business reach a wider customer base. Apply here: ciicventures.accubate.app/ex…

Young Sparx Entrepreneurship Program 🚀 The Young Sparx Entrepreneurship Program was held on October 17, 2026, at the Anjuman Boys School Auditorium for students of Anjuman Matriculation Higher Secondary School. Guided by the theme “Think. Innovate. Build. A Better Tomorrow.”, the program introduced students to entrepreneurship, encouraging them to identify real-world problems and explore innovative solutions. The program was graced by Mr.Kiran Chandran, General Manager, CIIC, as the chief guest. The students presented 10 innovative ideas, showcasing their creativity, curiosity, and entrepreneurial thinking. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr.S.Yoosuf Mohamed, Director, UEF and CEO, FAMY Consulting, for inviting the guest and supporting the program. We thank the school management, teachers, and students for their enthusiastic participation and contribution to making the program a success. At Crescent, we believe that nurturing innovation and entrepreneurial thinking from the school level is key to building the next generation of changemakers. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

Happy Vijayadashami from CIIC & AIC-CIIC! May this Vijayadashami mark the beginning of new ideas, bold ambitions, and meaningful achievements. May every challenge pave the way for growth, every idea spark innovation, and every step forward create a lasting impact. Wishing you success, prosperity, and new beginnings! ✨

BSACIST x XBT Ventures, Dubai & India | Industry–Academia Collaboration BSACIST explored strategic collaboration opportunities in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity with XBT Ventures, with a shared vision of bridging academia and industry. The meeting featured an insightful discussion with Mr.Dipak Nair, Founder and Managing Director, XBT Ventures, alongside the Crescent leadership team. Through its initiatives, Upskill Nexus and XBT Ventures, the group expressed keen interest in collaborating with BSACIST’s Department of CS, IT and CA, along with CIIC, to strengthen academic partnerships and promote deep-tech innovation in Cybersecurity. The meeting was graced by Mr.Syed Mohammed Bukhari, Executive Council Member and Director, CIIC; Dr.N.Raja Hussain, Registrar; Dr.M.Parvez Alam, Executive Director, CIIC and AIC-CIIC; Dr.Nisha Mukund, CEO, CIIC; Dr.Sharmila Sankar, Professor and Dean, School of Computer, Information and Mathematical Sciences (SCIMS); Dr.N.Prakash, HOD, Department of IT; Dr.M.Syed Masood, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Computer Applications; along with the CGOM team. Key areas of collaboration include student skill development, placements and career opportunities, industry internships, and collaborative R&D. This marks a promising step towards building future-ready talent and fostering innovation through meaningful industry–academia collaboration. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

CIIC and AIC-CIIC extend their warmest wishes to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Ayudha Puja. May this sacred festival inspire us to honour the tools, knowledge, and skills that empower our work, fuel innovation, and turn ideas into meaningful impact. May the blessings of the divine bring prosperity, success, and new opportunities in all our endeavours. Wishing everyone a joyful Ayudha Puja filled with positivity, progress, and new beginnings!

Every great venture starts with a vision, but scaling it takes the right ecosystem, timing, and community. For Crescent alumni, that foundation is closer than ever. CIIC and AIC-CIIC is hosting CABN Business Leadership Meet-2: Startup Connect, an exclusive platform for Crescent alumni entrepreneurs to connect, converse, and collaborate. Building a business can often feel like a solo journey, but bringing together aspiring founders, MSME owners, tech innovators, and seasoned mentors opens doors to new possibilities. The evening will feature insights into the incubation opportunities, alumni success stories, and opportunities for participants to introduce their ventures. The event will conclude with dinner and focused networking, creating opportunities to spark meaningful collaborations and explore mentorship and funding avenues. 📅 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM onwards 📍 Venue: Hablis, Guindy, Chennai This event is exclusively for Crescent alumni, and seats are limited. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and be part of an evening of entrepreneurial connections and new possibilities. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

From Innovation to Impact: Accelerating India’s Deep Tech Revolution How can India transform breakthrough research and technological innovation into scalable solutions that drive economic growth and address real-world challenges? On 9 October 2026, CIIC and AIC-CIIC attended the Deep Tech Innovation Summit 2026, hosted by NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Bengaluru, nitte.edu.in/nmit/ contributing to an important conversation on the future of India's deep-tech ecosystem. The panel discussion, “From Innovation to Impact: Accelerating India’s Deep Tech Revolution,” explored the opportunities and challenges involved in translating promising technologies into market-ready products and globally competitive businesses. An important institutional connection at the summit is NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology's association with IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics), the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi, as a Co-Innovation Centre. Similarly, B.S Abdur Rahman Crescent Insitute of Science and Technology (BSACIST) is also part of IHFC's Co-Innovation Centre network, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing innovation and strengthening India's deep-tech ecosystem. Through this institutional association, our leadership team participated in the summit, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing deep-tech innovation, strengthening institutional collaboration, and supporting the translation of promising research into impactful solutions. At CIIC and AIC-CIIC, our commitment to nurturing startups in smart and clean mobility, electric mobility, renewable energy, green chemistry, recycling, and allied sustainable technologies aligns with this broader national ambition. Together, let us strengthen the bridge between research, entrepreneurship, industry, and investment to accelerate India's journey towards becoming a global deep-tech leader. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

The interaction with BioNEST Startups event at Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council (CIIC) has been featured in Thanthi Seithi, highlighting our continued efforts to foster life sciences innovation, support emerging startups, and strengthen India’s biotechnology ecosystem. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

The Interaction with Bio-NEST Startups event hosted by Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council (CIIC) was featured on PBC news, highlighting CIIC’s efforts to nurture life sciences startups and advance biotechnology innovation. The event underscored the role of Bio-NEST in supporting emerging biotech ventures and strengthening India’s life sciences ecosystem. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

The Interaction with Bio-NEST Startups event hosted by Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council (CIIC) was featured on GEM TV. The event highlighted CIIC’s commitment to nurturing life sciences startups and advancing biotechnology innovation and entrepreneurship. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

The Interaction with Bio-NEST Startups event hosted by Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council (CIIC) was featured in Malai Thanthi newspaper. The event highlighted meaningful engagement with life sciences startups and CIIC Bio-NEST’s role in fostering biotechnology innovation and entrepreneurship. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

Strengthening India’s Innovation Ecosystem | Highlights from ISBACON 2026 Representing CIIC (Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council) and AIC-CIIC (AIC – Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council), it was a valuable opportunity to participate in ISBACON 2026 – the 18th Annual Conference of the Indian STEPs and Business Incubators Association (ISBA), held on 8–9 October 2026 at Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab. The conference brought together leaders from government innovation initiatives, technology business incubators, academic institutions, investment firms, and startup-support organisations to exchange ideas and explore opportunities to strengthen India's startup ecosystem. The two-day programme featured discussions on AI in incubation operations, deep-tech innovation, startup financing, corporate and government collaboration, global ecosystem linkages, and building stronger incubation capabilities to support India's vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. It was a pleasure to meet and connect with the following distinguished professionals from across the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem: 🔹 Dr. Panneerselvam Madanagopal – CEO, MeitY Startup Hub 🔹 Mr. Ashish Pandey – Innovation Lead, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog 🔹 Mr. Prasad Menon – President, Indian STEPs and Business Incubators Association (ISBA) 🔹 Ms. Mahima Jinah Kim – Managing Partner and Founder, Unicorn Incubator 🔹 Dr. K. Suresh Kumar – President, ISBA and Executive Director, PSG-STEP 🔹 Dr. A. Balachandran – Director, VIT Technology Business Incubator (VIT-TBI) 🔹 Mr. P. S. Kannan – Executive Director, Kongu Technology Business Incubator (KonguTBI) 🔹 Mr. Ismail Akbani – CEO, AIC-Mahindra 🔹 Ms. Archita Nandi – CEO, Chandigarh University Technology Business Incubator (CU-TBI) 🔹 Mr. Shashank Randev – Founder and General Partner, 247VC 🔹 Mr. Abishek Srivastava – Senior Client Success Partner, Startup Banking, IDFC FIRST Bank 🔹 Mr. Sankar Chozhan – Incubation Head, KSRCE Council for Innovation and Incubation 🔹 Mr. G. Krishna Moorthi – Lead, Incubation, Sathyabama Technology Business Incubator These connections provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on incubation practices, institutional collaboration, funding access, industry engagement, and the evolving needs of startups. Interactions with professionals from diverse organisations also opened avenues to explore knowledge sharing, partnerships, and collaborative initiatives. At CIIC and AIC-CIIC, we look forward to building on these connections, strengthening our institutional partnerships, enhancing support for startups, and contributing to a more connected and collaborative innovation ecosystem. Together, let’s turn connections into collaborations and ideas into impact. @bsacrescentinst @edichennaitn @aicciic @AICTE_INDIA @startupindia @meitystartuphub @itntHub @TheStartupTN @DBTIndia @meitystartuphub @AIMtoInnovate @parvezalamm @nisha_muks #CIIC #Crescent #officespace #Investors #Networking #Startup #Tamilnadustartups #Incubator #StartupEcosystem #Accelerator #Students #Startupenabler #Innovation #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #StartupCommunity #StartupSupport #InnovationHub #StartupLife #Mentor #EntrepreneurGoals #BusinessGrowth #Industryconnect #TechnicalAdvisors

The inauguration of the Crescent Club of Cobotics (CCC) marks the beginning of another exciting year dedicated to learning, innovation, and entrepreneurship. CIIC and AIC-CIIC are pleased to support the establishment of this student club, creating opportunities for students to engage with initiatives of the I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics (IHFC) ihfc.co.in/ participate in laboratory activities, gain hands-on experience, and explore innovation-driven projects. This initiative aims to strengthen the connection between students, research, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship. IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics) is a Technology Innovation Hub at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), established under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), supported by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Through its focus on cobotics and emerging technologies, IHFC promotes research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, helping translate technological advancements into practical applications. B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology (BSACIST) is a Co-Innovation Centre of IHFC, strengthening its engagement with the hub's initiatives. Through this association, our leadership team participated in supporting initiatives such as the Crescent Club of Cobotics (CCC), creating opportunities for students to explore emerging technologies, engage in hands-on learning, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset. We sincerely thank our faculty members for their valuable guidance, encouragement, and support in establishing and nurturing this student-led initiative: 🔹 Dr.Karthikeyan Ramalingam – Professor, School of Life Sciences, Dean of Student Affairs & Chief Proctor. 🔹 Dr.K.Indra Gandhi – Assistant Professor (Selection Grade), Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering & Deputy Dean (Student Affairs). We also extend our sincere appreciation to Ms.M.M Noor Fasla – Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, for her dedicated efforts and support in making the event a success. At CIIC and AIC-CIIC, we believe that empowering student communities is an important step towards nurturing future innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs. We look forward to supporting CCC in its journey of learning, collaboration, and innovation. Here's to a new year of ideas, opportunities, and meaningful impact with CCC! 🌟

A centenary of leadership, vision, and transformative impact. ✨ Today marks the 100th Birth Anniversary of our legendary founder, Alhaj Dr.B.S. Abdur Rahman—a visionary, master entrepreneur, educator, and philanthropist whose wisdom laid the foundation for world-class education and innovation at Crescent. A pioneer far ahead of his time, Dr.Abdur Rahman created and nurtured multiple successful businesses across diverse industries, embodying the true spirit of enterprise. Beyond his own commercial success, he was deeply committed to nurturing entrepreneurship in others—empowering young minds with the confidence, skills, and resources to build their own ventures. He firmly believed that empowering individuals through education, opportunity, and business creation creates a ripple effect that transforms whole communities. That philosophy remains the guiding spirit behind everything we build at CIIC and AIC-CIIC. As we celebrate 100 years of his enduring legacy, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who continue to shape a brighter future.

"Dreams transform into thoughts and thoughts result in action.” — Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam ✨ Today, on 15th October 2026, we pay tribute to the visionary, the Missile Man of India, and the eternal People’s President, Dr.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam, on his birth anniversary. Dr.Kalam believed that young minds hold the power to shape the nation’s future. His passion for innovation, scientific temper, and relentless commitment to empowering students continue to guide India’s startup and technological ecosystem forward. At CIIC and AIC-CIIC, we are inspired daily by his vision—empowering young dreamers, fostering innovation, and building a brighter, self-reliant India. Let’s honor his legacy today by daring to think differently, innovating fearlessly, and pursuing excellence in everything we build. Happy Birth Anniversary to the ultimate mentor and guide! 🚀