2, May 2024
Kumar Vikas Saxena’s It Makes Me Wonder Art Exhibition Captivates Art Enthusiasts
The preview party for Kumar Vikas Saxena’s Art Exhibition, titled “It Makes Me Wonder,” was filled with excitement. Kumar Vikas Saxena, who is not only the President of NGO Empowerment but also a passionate painter, has made a big impact in the art world.
Saxena’s art is all about blending dreams with reality. He paints pictures of grand buildings like monuments and temples but adds a modern twist. His goal is to make people ponder the connections between the past, present, and future.
The event was attended by many of Saxena’s friends, art enthusiasts, and fellow artists, as well as diplomats. Notable attendees included Nupur Kundu, Anadmoy Banerjee, Kanchan Chandra, Shampa Das, Curator Prayag Shukol, and Nidhi Jain.
Saxena believes that artists are always innovating. His art is influenced by his surroundings and where he lives. While he loves to showcase India’s rich history in his paintings, he also wants his art to resonate with everyone, not just a select few. With “It Makes Me Wonder,” Saxena wants to show how great our past was and how hopeful our future can be. He has made 12 paintings for this show, all done with acrylic paint on canvas. He hopes his art will make people think about how humans are all connected across time.
This show is a big deal for Saxena. He’s already had four shows of just his art before this one. His journey as an artist has been like a big, colorful blanket made with lots of hard work and love. He had some personal problems along the way, but people from all over the world have praised his art.
Saxena has been honored by important people like the Princess of Thailand and the Ministry of Culture in China. He feels grateful for the recognition of his art, which has been all about bringing different cultures together. From big art camps to living in different countries to make art, his paintings show how people from all over the world are connected.
As Saxena looks forward to the future, he wants to keep telling stories with his art. Every time he paints, he’s discovering new things about life. His paintings show the beauty and complexity of life with lots of energy and determination.
Kumar Vikas Saxena, an artist, grew up in Bareilly, a city in Uttar Pradesh, surrounded by art. His father and uncle were painters, so he learned about art from them. He also spent a lot of time in the mountains of Uttarakhand during his childhood, where he developed a deep love for nature. He finds beauty in nature’s rawness and reflects this love in his textured paintings.Artist Kumar Vikas has a strong love for earthy colors, especially yellow ochre. He believes that yellow is the most beautiful color, and almost all earthy tones make him feel a sense of belonging. These colors remind him of his hometown and the smell of its soil. Besides yellow, no other color gives him the same feeling of energy and positivity.
Kumar Vikas also has a special liking for earthy and dusty colors, but he can’t remember when they became so important to him. Maybe it’s been since he fell in love with his cultural heritage. Throughout history, yellow has been linked to rebirth and wisdom. Different cultures have used yellow in sacred and mythological symbols in various ways.
Yellow acts as a catalyst for Kumar Vikas’s original thoughts and curiosity. He longs to experience human civilization and history firsthand. When he sees historical buildings, temples, and places of worship, he wishes he could travel back in time and live among them.
The natural and rustic appearance of ancient buildings touches Kumar Vikas’s heart. The combination of earthy tones, stones, and rocks sparks new ideas in his artistic mind. It inspires him and gives him the energy to create, think, and paint.
Kumar Vikas’s journey begins at the site of a battle between the British army and fighters from Rohilkhand. Although it’s far from his hometown, the sight of the memorial excites him. The vast expanse of land and the dilapidated memorial attract him with their environment and colors. The atmosphere captivates him, leaving him feeling hypnotized.
This marked the beginning of Saxena’s journey as an artist, which has included many group shows, solo exhibitions, and international art projects. He studied painting at Kumaun University and started a non-profit organization called “Sashaktikaran” in 2002 to promote arts and crafts. Saxena’s art is inspired by grand structures and historical monuments. He admires the architects and artists behind these structures and tries to capture their essence in his paintings. He has traveled to various countries, including Sri Lanka, China, Thailand, and Europe, where he draws inspiration from different architectural styles. Saxena’s paintings reflect a blend of dream-like imagery and reality, depicting the connection between the past, present, and future. He incorporates nature into his work to convey a message about the importance of preserving the environment. His art often portrays the co-existence of human civilization and nature, showing both the beauty and destruction caused by human activities.
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2, May 2024
PLUSS Advanced Technologies launches Brrf PLUSS Jackets
New Delhi, 2nd May 2024: Pluss Advanced Technologies has launched a cooling wearable technology that can be worn by workers who are outdoors, such as on construction sites, mines, furnaces, shopfloor, in order to prevent heat stress related injuries and fatigue during hot temperatures.
A study conducted across 70,000 factories in India has estimated that there is a 4% drop in productivity for every 1 °C increase in temperature above 27 °C, as workers tend to be less productive and be absent more often at higher ambient temperatures. The wearable tech uses ‘phase change materials,’ which work on the principle of ‘energy storage and release’ to maintain a lower temperature than the ambient temperature.
The wearable cooling tech have been designed to offer two options:
The first design maintains the optimum thermal comfort for the body for up to 8 hours at an ambient temperature lower than 40 deg C. The solution consists of an inner vest which houses a pouch containing Phase Change Materials (PCM), and an outer jacket which is connected to pair of small ventilation fans attached that is powered by a portable Li-ion battery pack and the complete kit weighs just under 500 grams.
The second design maintains the optimum thermal comfort for the body for up to 8 hours at an ambient temperature higher than 40 deg C. The solution consists of an inner vest which houses four pouches containing Phase Change Materials (PCM), and an outer jacket which is connected to pair of small ventilation fans attached that is powered by a portable Li-ion battery pack and the complete kit weighs just under 2 Kilograms.
The Brrf-PLUSS wearable cooling tech is based on Phase Change Materials (PCM) technology that can maintain a temperature gradient of up to 15°C lower than the ambient temperature. The Phase Change Materials’ (PCM) pouches for the Brrf-Pluss jackets can be easily recharged by placing it in a refrigerator. A conventional refrigerator or commercial cooler that maintains a temperature of +10 deg C is sufficient to recharge the PCM packs. The Brrf-Pluss cooling tech themselves are easy to assemble, use and maintain, and come in a number of sizes and colours.
Commenting on the launch, Vishnu Sasidharan, Vice President, Pluss Advanced Technologies said, “The body’s normal temperature is 37 to 38 °C, when heat is excessive in the environment the body’s cooling mechanism takes up more energy and the rest of the body has to bear with less energy, which can explain the lower productivity during hot conditions. Brrf-Pluss jackets have been designed to make wearer constantly exposed to the environment comfortable during high temperatures.”
Use of PCMs for cooling serves as a better alternative to ice as temperature maintained with ice packs rise with time as ice melts. The ‘phase change materials’ have been designed and developed in India by Pluss Advanced Technologies; the vest fabric and design has been made by Mumbai based manufacturer. Pluss has received the National Technology Award from the Government of India in 2021 for development of ‘phase change materials’-based shipping box that maintains the desired temperature for pharma products, such as vaccines, during transportation and storage.
2, May 2024
Packplus South 14th Edition Wraps Up: 150 Brands, 8000+ Visitors Attend
Bangalore, May 2nd 2024– The 14th edition of PackPlus South, the esteemed trade exhibition dedicated to the packaging, printing, converting and supply chain industries in Southern India concludes. The exhibition was graced by the presence of V. Krishnamoorthy President, KOPA (Karnataka offset printing association),Balasaheb Ambekar President, Maharashtra Mudran Parishad and Hariram Thakkar,KSPA
The 14th Edition of PackPlus South hosted over 100 exhibitors, 150+ brands and 8000+ attendees. The trade show served as an unparalleled platform for networking, collaboration, and exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the packaging and printing sectors. Top Brands like Canon, Konica Minolta, Epson, Brother, Carrywell Packaging, Pragati Polymers, Bahubali Electronics, Anjali Engineering, Vignnesh Techpack, Elite Global Exim, Bikaner Polymers, Great Eastern, Banner Engineering, Mehta cad cam, Markem Image, Gagan Printing solutions, Jet Pro solutions participated in the exhibition
The exhibition showcased a diverse array of products including cutting-edge packaging machines, materials, coding and marking solutions, printing presses, label printing equipment, & more PackPlus South 2024 redefined industry standards. With a focus on industry advancements, the three-day exhibition featured live running machines, allowing attendees to witness firsthand the capabilities of state-of-the-art machinery and gain valuable insights into their functionalities.
Speaking on the conclusion of PackPlus South, Varun Sharma, Portfolio Director at RX India, said “The 14th Edition of Pack Plus South witnessed participation from the top 150 brands. We are overjoyed that Pack Plus South served as a holistic platform for industry professionals to engage, exchange insights and discover leading-edge solutions. We are pleased The trade show witnessed the closure of business deals worth 2.5 crore. By focusing on the distinct requirements of the printing and packaging industry Pack Plus South sets the stage for the National trade show i.e Pack Plus slated to happen in Delhi in the month of August.”
Concurrently, PrintFair, co-located with the event,showcased the newest advancements in Flexo & Gravure printing, Digital presses, Offset presses, and Wide format Printers. This simultaneous exhibition offered attendees a distinct opportunity to discover state-of-the-art printing solutions and interact with leading solution providers.
In addition to the extensive product display, PackPlus South 2024 facilitated productive business meetings, fostering collaborations and innovation among industry professionals.
2, May 2024
Commemorative coin release by Former Prez Kovind ji
Hyderabad, 2nd May, 2024: Day 2 of the 125th birth anniversary week celebrations of Babuji Maharaj – the second in the lineage of Masters of Shri Ram Chandra Mission – took place at Kanha Shanti Vanam today. Former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind was the Chief Guest to the occasion. The event witnessed the Ministry of Finance – Govt. of India launching a special commemorative silver coin from the RBI. Hon’ble Former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji and Rev. Daaji – Guide of Heartfulness and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission jointly released the special commemorative coin. The coin can be ordered directly from the Reserve Bank of India. A special souvenir was also released today to mark the landmark occasion on 125th birth anniversary of Babuji Maharaj available at various points at Kanha Shanti Vanam to take for the future generations as a memory for this unique occasion.
Former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind ji (also Chairman – Celebrations Committee) officially launched the 125th birth anniversary celebrations of Pujya Shri Babuji Maharaj. Extending his heartfelt greetings on the auspicious occasion of birth anniversary celebrations of Pujya Babuji Maharaj said, “We are here to honour his profound legacy as spiritual leader. I am filled with gratitude to beloved Daaji who continues to carry forward the vision of Babuji Maharaj with unwavering dedication.” He spoke about his association with Shri Ram Chandra Mission right when Chaari ji was the Guide of the organisation. “The Master has immense love and compassion and I got to experience it.” He appreciated how well the Bhandaras are organised such that all the practitioners benefit from their visit to Kanha Shanti Vanam from all over the world. “Babuji Maharaj shared his vision of universal religion which is realised now in 2024 through Daaji’s visionary leadership of the Heartfulness Movement. Babuji Maharaj’s teachings have been ahead of their times. Today as science begins to validate the health benefits of meditation we see his foresight coming to fruition. The journey of Sahaj Marg from its inception to its global reach today is the testament to Babuji’s spiritual leadership through the special technique called Pranahuti and spiritual cleansing. This revolutionary way has transformed the access to spirituality regardless of the spiritual advancement. Babuji Maharaj always emphasised on restraint and simplicity. Babuji Maharaj’s message of special personality present in every generation gives us hope and reassurance in these challenging times. Under Daaji’s guidance Heartfulness Movement has grown exponentially in 160 countries and 17000 trainers and all the activities taken up by Heartfulness benefiting humanity and creating a brighter future for the next generation. The health and wellness benefits of Heartfulness are remarkable. Listening to the heart has never been so simple. If we listen to our heart there would be never any challenges for the 8 billion people in the world. Let us reaffirm our commitment to spreading Babuji Maharaj’s message and honour his legacy.”
Rev. Daaji – President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission and Guide of Heartfulness said, “We are grateful to the Govt. of India to recognize the spiritual significance made by Babuji Maharaj. Babuji Maharaj showed that spiritual evolution is the ultimate goal of human life. Babuji was an epitome of simplicity and purity and true signature of divinity guiding us towards the real goal. I am also very pleased with the kind words of Shri Ram Nathi Kovind ji and for sharing his thoughts on Heartfulness and his association with it.”
A few special books were also released today – ‘From Daaji with Love’ a new book in English and Telugu, ‘Complete works of Ram Chandra Babuji Maharaj, vol 1’ in Thai, Yearning of the Heart in Gujarati; ‘Complete Works of Ram Chandra – vol. 3’ in Malayalam; and a very special Spiritual Anatomy – English edition which is a hard-bound edition with a larger font. These books are available from ‘Books n More’ at Kanha Shanti Vanam and http://hfnlife.com/
The event closed with a beautiful musical rendition by Mr. Charanjit and his daughter Ms. Divyajyot.
Pujya Babuji Maharaj was the second in the lineage of the Masters of Shri Ram Chandra Mission. Regarded as the greatest spiritual scientists of the modern millennia, his profound influence extends beyond the boundaries of individual spiritual journeys, as he believed that India has always been the cradle of spirituality, and it is spirituality itself that possesses the potential to unite the entire world.
2, May 2024
Switzerland Tourism unveils new logo
After almost 30 years of Swiss tourism advertising under the “Goldflower” banner, a new era is
dawning. Instead of a mere logo, Switzerland is for the first time adopting a comprehensive
tourism brand world with “Switzerland”. ST presented this today in Geneva and is now taking
the new image out into the world. The new, digital and modern brand world stands for
Switzerland’s long-standing tourism promise: nature, hospitality and reliability.
In 1995, the venerable “Swiss Transport Center SVZ” became today’s national tourism marketing
organization Switzerland Tourism. At the same time, the common image of tourism in Switzerland was
created under the umbrella of a new logo, the “Gold Flower”. This gold flower became the well-known
and popular symbol for Swiss tourism advertising for a generation. For many years, not only the then
new marketing organization ST, but also a number of industry organizations, destinations and service
providers promoted Switzerland’s tourism offerings with the same logo. The gold flower has
accompanied an entire generation and is now associated with tourism in Switzerland by the Swiss
population and many guests.
“Switzerland” – a sharpened brand
Today, almost 30 years later, the requirements for a brand are completely different than they were in
the 1990s. ST has therefore decided to create a new, unique and recognizable digital Swiss brand
worldG. For the first time in the history of Swiss tourism advertising, a pure logo is now becoming a
complete brand world. In the future, Swiss tourism promotion will not only promote the destination, but
will also accompany tourists on their entire journey, from inspiration to travel planning.
“Switzerland” – exclusively in English – is the logical basis for the brand of Switzerland as a holiday
and travel destination, and stands for the global tourism promise to all guests of Switzerland about
nature, our hospitality and the reliability of Switzerland as a travel destination.
Instead of the letter T, a Swiss cross in the “Switzerland” brand symbolizes the trustworthy origins and
radiates the optimism of the Swiss destination. But the symbolic cross goes far beyond just a national
flag: it was expanded and given a so-called “color tone” of five different shades of red, a symbol of
modernity, diversity and independence.
Brand for the entire tourism sector in Switzerland – for a new generation
The idea from the founding days of the Goldflower is proudly carried forward and perfected.
“Switzerland” stands for all hosts in Switzerland. In this sense, ST enables its members and partners
to provide orientation and create trust. The new, comprehensive brand world offers countless
possibilities on all channels, now and in the future. The new brand will be designed and implemented
gradually worldwide with immediate effect – both in all ST markets and across the entire tourism
industry. The complete transition to the new brand world is likely to take a few months. Martin
Nydegger, Director ST, is pleased: “The Gold Flower defined an era for a generation of tourism
professionals. The Switzerland brand conveys trust, has a modern design and is forward-looking for
another generation.
The new tourism brand is being closely watched throughout Switzerland and will represent
Switzerland far beyond tourism, including internationally.
The new brand identity was developed together with the Zurich branding agency MADE Identity.
When developing “Switzerland”, MADE focuses on three main areas. On the one hand, the brand
should become more visible and noticeable internationally through a consistent one-brand strategy. In
addition, the brand should have maximum impact digitally, tactilely and spatially. And finally,
“Switzerland” as a brand should be able to accompany guests through the travel experience: from
advertising, to the experience, to the souvenir.
2, May 2024
Tata Communications Continues To be Recognised for 11th Straight Year in Gartner Magic Quadrant
Mumbai, INDIA- 2nd May 2024 – Tata Communications, the global commtech (communications
technology) player, proudly announces that it has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic
Quadrant™ for Global WAN Services for the 11th consecutive year. The evaluation from Gartner was based
on specific criteria that analysed the company’s overall Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute.
During the course of the year, to enable global enterprises to become more resilient and future-ready, Tata
Communications empowered them to deliver elevated customer experiences — through enhanced
network performance, flexibility and availability. It also introduced new and innovative solutions like IZO™
Multi Cloud Connect and a ‘zero-base bandwidth’ option for WAN links. Furthermore, it provided
enterprises with the fastest and flexible ways to modernise their network with Cloud-Connect enabled,
‘Bandwidth-on-Demand’ offering speed, convenience and cost efficiency on a pay-as-you-go model. Finally,
Tata Communications further strengthened its internet services with proactive security at both enterprise
and branch levels.
“We appreciate this recognition by Gartner for the eleventh consecutive year and remain focussed to
deliver ‘future ready’ networks for delightful customer experiences. As the pace of innovation accelerates
towards the next generation of connectivity, we will continue to provide flexible network options that
serve a diverse spectrum of business requirements,” said Genius Wong, Executive Vice President – Core
and Next-Gen Connectivity Services & Chief Technology Officer. Adding, “Tata Communications leverages
its investments in innovation, contextual knowledge, and expertise in next-gen technologies to develop a
digital fabric of solutions which helps our customers realise their aspirations.”
As per the report, providers in the Leaders quadrant are performing well and maintaining a stable
organisation, with a clear vision of market direction. They deliver comprehensive portfolios of quality
network services across the broadest geographies and address the global networking needs of a broad
range of enterprises in terms of size, geographic distribution and vertical industry. Leaders shape the
direction of the market by extending their coverage, developing new class-leading capabilities and
commercial models, and deploying them at scale. According to Gartner, Leaders execute well against their
current vision and are well positioned for tomorrow.
2, May 2024
School of Business Management NMIMS Mumbai successfully hosted its 21st Convocation
Tuesday, 2nd May 2024: SVKM’s NMIMS School of Business Management (SBM) Mumbai recently hosted its 21st Convocation ceremony. This year’s Convocation felicitated a total of 770 students as they graduated from four programmes, namely the Ph.D., MBA, MBA (Human Resources) and MBA (Pharmaceutical Management) programmes.
Shri Somanath S, Secretary of the Department of Space, Chairman of the Space Commission and the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation graced the event as the Chief Guest. Mr. Jagrut Kotecha, CEO of PepsiCo Inc. was SBM’s special guest and was conferred the Distinguished Alumnus Award 2024.
The Chief Guest was joined on the dais by Dr. Jayant Gandhi, Secretary of the SVKM Trust and Nominee of the Honourable Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS, who presided over the ceremony as also Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Meena Chintamaneni, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dr. Ashish Daptardar, Additional Registrar, and Dr. Chandrima Sikdar, Associate Dean of Programmes and Student Learning Experience at SBM.
Addressing students at the event, Shri Somanath S. emphasized, “We must realise the potential of our nation and organise ourselves towards that. With the success of Chandrayaan 3, we have made a significant mark. It has made a huge impact not only in India but globally. This accomplishment at frugal costs talks of our engineering capabilities. We owe the ability of our space sector to 60 years of hard work and the guidance of visionaries. As India moves towards becoming the 3rd largest economy in the world, I strongly believe our mastery of technology will drive our nation to the top.”
Reminiscing his student days at NMIMS, Mr. Jagrut Kotecha shared, “Life has come a full circle today. Thirty years ago, I was part of a similar ceremony. NMIMS laid the foundation for my business and management acumen, moral compass, entrepreneurial spirit and hunger for learning. It is good to see that even today, these are still embedded in the programs. I urge each one of you to never stop learning, networking, and thirdly always do things the right way.”
In his inspiring address to the graduates, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor stated, “This day marks the beginning of an exciting chapter filled with infinite possibilities and opportunities. As you look forward to your future, it is important to remember the lessons you have learnt and the experiences that have shaped you. Always remember that wherever you go and whatever you do, your actions will be like your fingerprints – proof of where you have been and what you have touched. You are going out in the world with excellent NMIMS credentials. Let’s take the first step forward towards a future with courage, determination and a commitment to excellence.”
Dr. Chandrima Sikdar presented the review of the Full-Time MBA programs of the SBM. Dr Jayant Gandhi, Dr. Ramesh Bhatt conferred the degrees on the graduating students and Shri Somanath S. gave away awards to the meritorious students. The event also witnessed the release of the Roster of Events, Convocation Brochure, and NMIMS Management Review.
The academic year 2023-2024 was one of notable achievements for SBM. It became the first B-School in Western India to be reaccredited by the AACSB. It was ranked 83rd among the 100 Global B-Schools in the FT – Masters in Management 2023 Rankings and 21st as per the National Institute Ranking Framework 2023 (NIRF 2023). 2023 saw 166 companies visit SBM’s campus for the MBA program, 46 for MBA HR and 32 for MBA Pharmaceutical Management programs.
Research and collaboration were at the forefront in the academic year 2023-2024. Nearly 40 research publications were published in journals of national and international repute, with 9 papers published in ABDC A category journals. Special mention was made of goes to Dr. Sachin Mathur, Associate Professor and Dr. Mayank Joshipura, who published the highest impact factor paper for the year in a 12.5 Impact Factor journal.
The memorable convocation ceremony concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Meena Chintamaneni. Quoting the late President of India, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, she recalled, “He had said at one of our convocations, ‘If you imbibe four things – great aim, seeking knowledge, hard work and perseverance – success can’t elude you.’ Every graduate should remember this as they embark on their careers.” The Convocation ceremony concluded in the midst of cheer, excitement and optimism for the graduating students, as they transitioned to becoming SBM’s alumni.
2, May 2024
Woodward’s Gripe Water’s latest campaign focusses on making fussy mothers and fussier babies’ smile
Chennai, May 02, 2024: Woodward’s Gripe Water, a reputed Ayurvedic Formulation brand for babies, has launched its latest campaign celebrating the new mother and her baby.
The new film celebrates this New Mother, her intelligence, and her discerning way of choosing the right products for her baby like Woodward’s Gripe water; which has been putting smiles on fussy & gassy babies for 170+ years by giving instant relief to stomach pain & acidity while ensuring baby growth. Now Woodward’s has taken the mantle to be the guardian of not just baby smiles, but also the smiles of discerning mothers.
While the formulation and the pack reflect the modern moms, Woodward’s created the new TV Commercial based on this insight. While today’s women are modern, independent, have access to the latest information, and are more aware, they are also caring and protective of their child’s well-being. They seek information to make their own decision.
Saket Govind, DGM TTK Healthcare, says, “With increased awareness and worldview, today’s mothers are becoming a lot more choosier on everything. They are willing to trust a brand only based on its transparency and how much it is willing to share the information she seeks.” He adds “Gone are the days when marketers could get away with tall claims. Today’s Mothers expect the marketers to walk the talk.”
Armed with this insight, Woodward’s created an improved ayurvedic formulation that is gentler as well as tastier & comes in a new Royal Blue pack. A brand-new pack reflects the ethos of the new generation of mothers. Woodward’s has successfully recreated the same magic but in a gentler, safer, and tastier ayurvedic formulation. The improved Woodward’s has been introduced recently and is being quickly adopted by the New Mothers.
2, May 2024
LPU organized 2nd International Conference on Networks, Intelligence and Computing
Jalandhar: The School of Computer Application at Lovely Professional University (LPU) organized its 2nd International Conference on Networks, Intelligence, and Computing (ICONIC-2024) at the Shanti Devi Mittal Auditorium. Organized as Bartik 100, the conference marked the 100th birth anniversary of Jean Bartik, who was one of the original six programmers for the ENIAC- the first computer of its kind. She began work at the University of Pennsylvania, first manually and then using ENIAC to do so. Bartik and her colleagues developed and codified many of the initial fundamentals of programming while working.
Held in hybrid mode, the conference provided a common platform for scientists, researchers, academicians, industrialists, and students to assimilate the knowledge. LPU’s Pro-Chancellor Smt. Rashmi Mittal inaugurated the conference by releasing an abstract book. On this occasion, Mrs Mittal was accompanied by LPU’s Vice-Pro Chancellor Prof Dr. LR Gupta, and Austria’s Prof Dr Radu Prodan from the Institute of Information Technology, University of Klagenfurt.
The released book contains briefs about various computer applications that are to help the global society in innumerable ways. Some of the topics relate to predicting diabetes early; smart parking systems; lung infection prediction; malware detection, enhancing cyber security; recognizing human activity in ATMs; reality in breast surgery education; multiple eye diseases; hearing loss; and, many more
Dr Radu addressed the conference as a keynote speaker. While talking with the hundreds of students attending the conference from across India, Dr Radu talked about sustainable computing by illustrating all about new developments in information technology. A PhD in Computer Science from the University of Innsbruck, Dr Rado’s current research interests include parallel and distributed systems, cloud computing, high-performance scientific computing, and software tool optimization.
Prof Dr L R Gupta desired a definite road map for students to make them future-ready. He hinted that the biggest challenge before all is to standardize norms and regulations for generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) modes.
It was also shared that presently we all live in a digital world estimated to host around 4.5 billion Internet users and 10 billion of mobile connections 2.5 billion of data every day. Managing and extracting value from the sheer amount of raw data requires deep software analysis. The talks provided an overview on optimizing system software support for extreme-scale data processing applications. The focus stayed on social media, entertainment and streaming, engaging billions of people expected to grow to 4.41 billion in 2025.
2, May 2024
Marriott Bonvoy Unveils Exclusive Resort Escapes Offer
India, 2nd May 2024: Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning loyalty program by Marriott International is excited to announce the ‘Resort Escapes’ promotion offering travellers rewarding benefits ahead of the holiday season. Whether you’re seeking the serene embrace of a mountain retreat or the captivating allure of a beachside escape, our selection of 45 hotels spans over 20 breathtaking destinations throughout South Asia, offering travellers the best deals and a host of unforgettable experiences.
With Marriott International’s diverse portfolio nestled amidst nature’s most captivating landscapes, the offer aims to invite travellers to embark on a journey of discovery and relaxation with the best limited-time deals.
Encompassing over 20 captivating locations, from Dehradun to Goa and Jaisalmer to Shillong, each destination promises unparalleled experiences and deep rejuvenation. Through this campaign, Marriott Bonvoy is poised to offer compelling deals that cater to various categories and needs of travellers be it- a solo lover of wanderlust to families and friends catching up on the good times, or couples in search of a romantic getaway.
The package entails:
· Daily hotel credit up to INR 2,000 per stay at select Marriott properties.
· Daily buffet breakfast
· A bucket of beer or a bottle of wine
· 20% discount on spa treatments
· Curated experiences at the hotel/ resort
· 50% savings for kids under 12 years of age
· *Earn 1000 bonus points per stay for Marriott Bonvoy® HDFC Bank credit card holders
Embark on a journey to a picturesque paradise at Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar, nestled atop the Sahyadri mountain range of Maharashtra. Offering an unparalleled escape for those craving luxury and serenity, our resort boasts breathtaking views of lush green valleys and mist-covered hills from its exquisitely appointed rooms, suites, and private pool villas. Whether you’re indulging in holistic spa treatments, venturing out to explore the surrounding beauty through trekking, strawberry picking, and nature walks, or looking for a special picnic in nature, Courtyard Mahabaleshwar is dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences, where each moment is carefully curated just for you.
The resort campaign is catering to families and couples who are increasingly seeking properties that offer a multitude of amenities within their premises. With the changing seasons, these demographics are naturally inclined towards resort destinations. Whether it’s the summer break or school vacations, resorts provide an ideal escape for families, while couples seek out destinations year-round.
