The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has crossed the milestone of 113 patents, marking a significant achievement in its innovation and research ecosystem as Bharat Innovates 2026 commenced in Nice, France. Bharat Innovates 2026 is aimed at showcasing India's innovation and deep-tech capabilities on the global stage by connecting Indian startups with international partners to accelerate technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship and innovation-driven economic growth. Over the past few years, IUST has established a robust innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem through the creation of incubation centres, innovation hubs, maker spaces and technology-enabled platforms that support the journey of ideas from conception to commercialisation.