IIT Madras’ WSAI launches a one-week AI startup course for students and entrepreneurs. According to reports, the program provides hands-on training focused on building an AI startup pitch within a short timeframe. Participants are expected to work on developing and presenting their ideas as part of the course activities. The course is also tied to a competition element, with a cash prize of Rs 4 lakh awarded for the best pitch. The outlets describe the initiative as an effort to support early-stage startup development and practical learning in the field of AI, bringing participants through structured course sessions over the week. While details such as eligibility criteria, pitch judging format, and schedule are not specified in the provided summaries, both sources confirm the main components: the one-week duration, the AI startup focus, the target audience of students and entrepreneurs, and the Rs 4 lakh prize for the top pitch. The program is presented as a start-up oriented training initiative run under WSAI at IIT Madras.