14, Dec 2023
First batch of online MBA & MCA students graduate from Manipal University Jaipur
National, 14th December, 2023: The first online batch of students from Manipal University Jaipur graduated recently. The convocation was held for 969 students who successfully completed MBA and MCA degrees through a 100% online mode, from 2021 to 23. The in-person convocation ceremony was held in Jaipur, at the sprawling Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) campus. The convocation marks the culmination of the journey of these students who commenced their study in April 2021.
As per UGC guidelines, the online degree is recognized as equivalent to the conventional degrees offered on campuses and students can apply for all job opportunities and higher education as per their eligibility.
The Convocation was inaugurated by Dr G K Prabhu, President, of Manipal University Jaipur. The event was presided over by other top dignitaries including Cmde (Dr) Jawahar M Jangir, Pro President, MUJ, Dr. Mallikarjuna Gadapa, Director, Online Education, MUJ, and Mr Ambrish Sinha, CEO, UNext Learning. The Chief Guest was Dr Nalin Mehta, Managing Editor at Moneycontrol, a leading media and news company in India.
Dr G K Prabhu addressed the first batch of online graduates and said, “Today marks a momentous occasion as you step into the next chapter of your lives. As you embark on new adventures, remember the knowledge and skills that you have gained here and use them to make a positive impact on the world. May you continue to learn, grow, and inspire those around you.”
Speaking about the grand success of the convocation, Dr Mallikarjuna Gadapa, Director, Online Education, MUJ, said, “In the digital era, online degrees from Manipal University Jaipur help learners unlock future potential while not giving up on their present commitments and work. By offering quality education in the virtual realm, we are not only shaping minds but also revolutionizing the job landscape, ensuring that our graduates stand shoulder to shoulder with their peers, armed with skills that transcend traditional limitations.”
Congratulating the online graduates, the Chief Guest, Dr Nalin Mehta, Managing Editor at Moneycontrol, said, “I was amazed to hear about the length and breadth of this cohort- ranging from early twenties to almost sixty. That is testament to the kind of opportunities this program has created. This first batch is historic not just for Manipal University Jaipur, but also for the nation at large.”
The online graduates comprised of fresh graduates and working professionals from over 70+ fields like defense services, entrepreneurs, freelancers, etc. The online graduates were enthralled by visiting the scenic Manipal University Jaipur campus and expressed enthusiasm in getting the opportunity to receive their degree certificates at such a prestigious gathering and to meet their peers & faculty in person.
Here’s what a few online graduates had to say after receiving their degrees.
Aritraa Chatterjee, online MBA, MUJ “I did not expect so many people to attend the convocation. I got the opportunity to network with my peers here. I would like the future online graduates to also attend this event, as it is a one-time opportunity.”
Taniya Kulkarni, online MCA, MUJ “It was a wonderful experience, and we are proud to be the first batch of online graduates at MUJ.”
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14, Dec 2023
Rockwell Automation Lights Up Homes and Schools Across the Country
National, 14th Dec 2023: Rockwell Automation, the world’s largest company focused on industrial automation and digital transformation, has successfully concluded another phase of its nationwide solar energy access project. The project is a collaboration with Habitat for Humanity India and supports schools and families in Assam, Delhi NCR, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal with renewable energy through the installation of rooftop solar systems. The panels will generate more than 20 units of electricity per day, helping schools and families to meet their energy needs and save on utility bills.
The installation has been completed at Gurukul Academy in Balijokaibowa, Majuli Island district, Assam, benefiting 207 students. Solar panels were also installed at Mairapur (Garo Basti), Rani, Kamrup Rural, in the state, where it benefited as many as 514 students. Additionally, solar panels were installed at Bankati and Malandighi village of Kanksa Block at Durgapur in Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, which will power 50 households. Installations have also been completed at the Government Primary School and the Holy Family School at Ghaziabad in Delhi NCR.
Speaking on the occasion, Dilip Sawhney, managing director, of Rockwell Automation India, said, “At Rockwell Automation, we put technology to use to expand human potential and cultivate sustainable societies. Our partnership with Habitat for Humanity India to light up the lives of underprivileged families’ homes and schools in the remotest corners of India using renewable solar power is a marvelous example of expanding human possibility and we are thrilled with the progress that the project is already delivering for schools and families across India.”
Solar panels were also installed in two schools at Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu. Around 1,177 students benefitted from the project at the Government Model Higher Secondary School in Alamathi and 2,300 at the Government Girls Model Higher Secondary School in Avadi in the district. Installations are ongoing in Maharashtra. In addition to the installation of the solar power appliances, the communities were given an orientation and demonstration on its usage and maintenance by Habitat for Humanity India.
James Samuel, National Director (Interim), Habitat for Humanity India, said, “We are delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the latest stage of the nationwide project providing solar energy in collaboration with Rockwell Automation. In alignment with our core mission of ensuring decent housing for all, the installation of rooftop solar systems marks a significant milestone. Beyond meeting immediate energy needs, the project also plays a crucial role in promoting long-term savings, contributing to a brighter and more sustainable future for communities. Through collaborative efforts, we are not just installing solar panels; we are illuminating the path toward a more resilient and prosperous tomorrow for everyone involved.”
Rockwell Automation has previously provided sustainable and renewable energy solutions through solar home lighting systems to 905 families across Bengaluru (Karnataka), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Pune (Maharashtra), Kangpokpi, Churachandpur (Manipur) and Peren (Nagaland).
14, Dec 2023
Vector Brand Solutions Appoints Nikhil Fernandes as Chief Creative Officer
Mumbai, 14th December 2023
Vector Brand Solutions, a brand-first full-funnel agency, and part of Quotient Ventures, has announced the appointment of Nikhil Fernandes as its Chief Creative Officer (CCO). With an extensive background in digital marketing, brand communications and design thinking, Nikhil brings a wealth of relevant experience to this role.
Nikhil has an impressive track record, having worked with agencies such as FCB, Creativeland Asia, MSLGROUP and OgilvyOne; and has won numerous creative and design awards. His experience spans diverse brands, including Airtel, Nestle, ICICI, Samsung, Domino’s, Visa, TATA Motors, Mahindra, Taj Hotels, and Mercedes-Benz India, to name a few.
Speaking of his appointment Nikhil said, “I am excited about joining Vector Brand Solutions and contributing to what is being built out at Vector. Vector has been the first to conceive a brand-first and full-funnel agency model, and I feel both thrilled and privileged to be a part of Vector’s leadership team in leading the fulfillment of this ambition.”
Nikhil also serves as visiting faculty at the National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad. His notable accomplishments include being selected as one of the 60 digital professionals for the Google India and ISB Insider Program and winning the national title at the global Amazon Alexa Cup, a hackathon celebrating the fusion of creativity and technology.
Nikhil will report to Shriram Iyer, Co-Founder and Group Chief Creative Officer, of Quotient Ventures.
Shriram added, “Nikhil’s appointment reaffirms our intent to build out Vector’s unique offering. Nikhil’s experience and interests fully complement our vision for our journey ahead. With him on board, our brand-first and full-funnel ambition gets bigger, better and stronger wings.”
14, Dec 2023
MAHE celebrates the first light image from SUIT onboard Aditya-L1
National, 14 December 2023: The first light image from the Solar ultraviolet imaging telescope (SUIT) onboard India’s first dedicated space observatory Aditya –L1 brought cheers from the members of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched Aditya –L1 to study the Sun on 2nd September 2023.
Dr Sreekumar, Director, Manipal Centre for Natural Sciences (MCNS), MAHE, and the former director of Space Science Program Office, ISRO, explains “Aditya-L1 will be positioned in a unique location, Lagrange point 1, where the gravitational attraction by Sun and Earth on the spacecraft, is nearly balanced, providing a low-maintenance orbit. It facilitates almost continuous visibility of the Sun.”
One of the prime onboard telescopes SUIT was developed jointly across multiple institutions, with the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune as the PI institute and major contributions from ISRO and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), along with other institutes.
Dr. Sreejith Padinhatteeri, Assistant Professor, MCNS, MAHE, who is also the Project Scientist and Operational Manager of SUIT, elaborated SUIT is unique, as globally it is for the first time, we observe the full Sun in the near ultraviolet spectral range of 200nm – 400 nm. The magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) processes in the solar plasma create features on the Sun like Sunspots, Plages, Filaments, etc. They also cause the sudden release of huge amounts of energy (equal to millions of atomic bombs going off together), known as Solar Flares, and the eruption of Plasma, called Coronal Mass Ejections. SUIT will study these processes and in near ultraviolet regime to explore it’s underlying physics. We know that ultraviolet radiation coming from the Sun has a direct impact on Earth’s atmosphere, especially the upper stratosphere. SUIT will investigate how much ultraviolet radiations are emitted from the Sun regularly and during magnetic activities.”
Vice Chancellor of MAHE, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd) expressed his happiness and said “It is a proud moment for all of us at MAHE, we will continue to support and contribute to such missions of national importance.”
Two first light images from SUIT onboard Aditya-L1. The left image is taken in a spectral bandwidth peak transmission at 388nm and 1 nm bandwidth. The right image is taken in Mg II h (280.3 nm with 0.4 nm bandwidth). The dark spots seen are known as Sunspots, where the magnetic field strength is extremely high to the quiet Sun region. The region around the n around the sunspot emits lots of UV radiations especially in certain spectral bands like MgII h (as seen in the right-side image), and they are called Plages. More such images can be seen at ISRO page https://www.isro.gov.in/Aditya_L1_SUIT.htmll
14, Dec 2023
Microsoft Patch Tuesday 2023 Wrapped
Bangalore, 14th December – To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Microsoft Patch Tuesday, Tenable Research published its annual reflection on Patch Tuesday releases in 2023, delving into significant trends and insights.
Throughout 2023, Microsoft addressed a total of 909 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), representing a marginal decrease of 0.87% compared to the 917 CVEs patched in 2022. The trajectory of Patch Tuesday releases has exhibited a consistent upward pattern since 2017, reaching its zenith in 2020 with 1,245 CVEs addressed.
July emerged as the pinnacle month for Patch Tuesday in 2023, witnessing Microsoft’s resolution of 130 CVEs. Notably, only two months surpassed the 100 mark in terms of CVEs patched (July and October), while four months recorded fewer than 60 CVEs addressed (May, September, November, December).
Patch Tuesday 2023 by severity
In 2023, most vulnerabilities were rated as important, accounting for 90% of all CVEs patched, followed by critical at 9.6%. These figures are relatively consistent with 2022 figures, when Microsoft patched 831 important CVEs, which accounted for 90.2% while critical vulnerabilities accounted for 85 CVEs or 9.2%. Further analysis reveals that most vulnerabilities patched by Microsoft fell into the Remote Code Execution (RCE) category, accounting for 36%, followed by Elevation of Privilege (EoP) vulnerabilities at 26%. Information Disclosure vulnerabilities accounted for 12.5% of vulnerabilities patched.
Patch Tuesday 2023 zero-day vulnerabilities
Throughout the year, Microsoft addressed 23 zero-day vulnerabilities in its Patch Tuesday releases, with a noteworthy 52.2% attributed to EoP flaws. EoP vulnerabilities, often exploited by advanced persistent threat (APT) actors and determined cybercriminals, serve as a means to escalate privileges in the aftermath of a compromise.
Among the prominent zero-day vulnerabilities unveiled in the Patch Tuesday releases of 2023 is CVE-2023-23397, an EoP vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook that has been exploited by the Russian APT group APT28, also known as Forest Blizzard. Despite receiving a patch in March, ongoing observations by Unit 42 researchers reveal a campaign exploiting this flaw as recently as October 2023.
“Despite the routine monthly cadence of Patch Tuesday, the persistence of known vulnerabilities necessitates continuous organisational efforts. The year’s Patch Tuesday remained eventful, marked by the presence of multiple zero-day flaws and critical vulnerabilities spanning various Microsoft products. This underscores the ongoing challenges in maintaining robust cybersecurity despite regular patch releases,” said Satnam Narang, senior staff research engineer, Tenable.
14, Dec 2023
Advancing Towards Net Zero: International Workshop at BITS Pilani Goa sheds Light on Forestry and Agroforestry Strategies”
National, 13th Dec, 2023: The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences of BITS Pilani Goa, in partnership with the IUCN CEM Forest Specialist Group, CEM South Asia, the Goa State Biodiversity Board, and CEEW, New Delhi has successfully hosted a One-day International Consultative Workshop titled ” ‘Role Of Forestry, Agroforestry, And Land Restoration in Achieving Net Zero in the Asian Region’.
The primary objective of the workshop was to formulate a comprehensive roadmap or guideline document for assessing the pivotal role of forestry and agroforestry-based strategies in supporting national Net Zero Goals. Furthermore, the workshop aimed to identify challenges, hurdles, and roadblocks hindering the realization of mitigation potential from these sectors. It also sought to foster collaboration and partnerships among various organizations in Asia dedicated to these sectors.
The event saw participation from distinguished guests like Professor Mohan Kumar B, Former Vice Chancellor of Arunachal University and one of the authors of the National Agroforestry Policy, and Prof. Amit Garg, Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. The event also witnessed the participation of Mr. Namgyel Wangdi, Senior Programme Officer of Bhutan Ecological Society, as a speakers. Mr. Wangdi shared insightful perspectives on Bhutan’s remarkable success in attaining the Net Zero goal, emphasizing the significant contribution of the forest sector. The workshop welcomed the Chief Wildlife warden of the State of Goa Mr. Umakant and Dr. Pradip V Sarmokdam, Nodal Officer, Climate Change, State of Goa. Additionally, the workshop welcomed Mr. Anindya Bhattacharya, Celestial Earth, the agency entrusted with formulating the Net Zero Strategy for the state of Goa.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Rajiv Kumar Chaturvedi, Associate Professor BITS- Pilani, Goa Campus said, “Different modelling studies suggest that despite best efforts and most optimistic scenarios, there will still be considerable residual emissions towards the second half of the century, in this context forest sector can play an important role in bridging a part of this emission gaps”. He further said, “BITS Pilani’s Goa campus has considerable expertise in this area and we are associated with India’s official national Greenhouse gas inventory programme.”
As we reflect on the success stories shared, let us collectively harness the wisdom of Bhutan’s accomplishments, ensuring that our state reaps the full benefits of sustainable practices and learnings from there. I emphasized the idea of ‘think global but act local,’ meaning we should have big goals but also take practical steps in our own communities. This guides our work as we try to manage and care for forests in the best way possible.”
Setting the broad context for Net Zero, Prof. Amit Garg, IIM Ahmedabad said The Government of India has made commitments to reduce emissions and increase non-fossil electricity generation. It’s like setting goals for a better future. Achieving Net Zero by 2070 is a big challenge, but with smart state-level policies, it’s possible. I’m encouraged by Gujarat’s commitment to becoming Net Zero by 2070, showing that change is happening at the regional level for a greener tomorrow.
The discussions centred around the critical role of agroforestry, Land-Use Change, and Forestry (LULUCF) sector in achieving Net Zero goals on both national and global scale.
14, Dec 2023
Madan Padaki of TiE Bangalore Appointed to TiE Global Board of Trustees
Bengaluru: TiE Bangalore proudly announces the election of Mr. Madan Padaki, the President of TiE Bangalore, to the Global Board of Trustees at TiE Global.
With an illustrious career spanning pioneering ventures and foundations, Mr. Padaki stands as a luminary in the entrepreneurial landscape. His dynamic roles as the Founder & CEO of 1BRIDGE, Managing Trustee of Head Held High Foundation, and Co-founder of GAME – Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship (GAME) exemplify his commitment to fostering innovation and social change.
Mr. Padaki’s journey is marked by milestones, including the co-founding of MeritTrac Services, Asia’s largest skills assessment company, subsequently acquired by Manipal Education. His expertise extends further as Co-founder & Director of Sylvant Advisors and Strategic Advisor & Board Member of YuWaah India at UNICEF/UNICEF.
His global influence is underscored by keynote addresses at international forums and a distinguished invitation by Prime Minister Modi to the Champions of Change Conclave in 2017. This recognition culminated in the Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award in January 2021, presented by India CSR Network.
A Mechanical Engineering graduate from NIE, University of Mysore, coupled with a Post-graduate Diploma in Management from SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai, Mr. Padaki’s multidisciplinary background mirrors his passion for entrepreneurship and social innovation.
In anticipation of the #TiE Global Summit 2024 in Bangalore and Mysore, TiE Bangalore gears up to soar to greater heights under Mr. Padaki’s leadership. His representation on the TiE Global Board reinforces TiE Bangalore’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship and fostering vibrant ecosystems.
14, Dec 2023
NXP India, in collaboration with FabCI, IIT Hyderabad, announces Winners for Season 2 of Semiconductor Startup Incubation and Acceleration Program for Tech Startups
The impressive response to Season 2 reflects the entrepreneurial spirit propelling our nation forward where Startups thrive, and India shines as a global innovation hub,” says Mr Hitesh Garg, NXPA
This initiative considerably contributes to India’s INR 760 billion semiconductor and display manufacturing scheme, with the two entities remaining at the forefront, driving technological advancements and making India Atmanibhar a global leader in this critical sector”, said Prof B S Murty
Highlights:
- The Programme will support and mentor semiconductor and IP design startups to foster growth in the fabless chip design sector in India
- Companies selected for the core program will have access to EDA tools and MPW access worth INR 1 crore
New Delhi, December 14, 2023 — NXP India, one of the biggest R&D centres for NXP and a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, in collaboration with Fabless Chip Design Incubator (FabCI) at IIT Hyderabad (IITH), Startup India and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), proudly announces Smartkosh Technologies, Droame LLP, FermionIC Design, Smartway Electronics and Pramatra Space Technology as the winners for the Season-2 of the Semiconductor Startup Incubation and Acceleration Program. Mokkomotto won the Special Jury Award for their innovative product solution.
The Top 5 winners will get a Cash reward of INR 1 lakhs and the Special Jury award winner will have access to program benefits. Winners will also have EDA tools and MPW access, mentoring access during the design and development phase, selective-based IP access for processor or interconnect aspects, Foundry/Packaging access, characterization lab access, and demo day visibility with NXP. Furthermore, the top 5 promising start-ups will be incubated for a period of two years in each cohort every year and will be given invaluable experience and opportunity to showcase their products to investors and the business community.
The primary objective of the program is to identify, nurture, and mentor emerging semiconductor and IP design startups across India. It also focuses on creating IP Design and SoC Design semiconductor startups, recognizing their potential to add significant value to the Semiconductor and ESDM value chain. This segment is crucial for strengthening the core technology-driven system pillar of the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India vision.
“India boasts one of the world’s largest and most dynamic startup ecosystems, where innovative minds harness cutting-edge technologies to shape groundbreaking ideas, products, and services. At NXP Semiconductors, we are committed to transcend boundaries and foster disruptive innovations to boost the startup ecosystem in the semiconductor industry. The impressive response to Season 2 reflects the entrepreneurial spirit propelling our nation forward where startups thrive, and India shines as a global innovation hub,” says Mr Hitesh Garg, Vice President and India Managing Director, NXP India.
Congratulating the winners, Prof B S Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, said, “NXP India’s Semiconductor Startup Incubation and Acceleration Program, in partnership with IITH, celebrates the success of these future leaders of drive India’s semiconductor mission. IITH takes a leadership role in semiconductor research and resource development with India’s 1st BTech in IC Design and MTech in Integrated Circuits and Microsystems Packaging. FABCI, as a trailblazing centre of excellence, propels semiconductor manufacturing innovation.
With 117 applicants participating this year, season 2 witnessed an overall 125% growth in the applications compared to last season. This year’s surge in applications highlights the growing interest and recognition of the program’s significance in fostering hardware design and manufacturing, which is essential for Atmanirbhar Bharat. A rigorous evaluation process by NXP experts across 10 panels led to the selection of the top 10 startups, showcasing the impressive diversity and innovation prevalent in the semiconductor ecosystem.
The other finalists are:
- Biba Electronics Private Limited: Manufacturer and distributor of LCD displays and Touch Panels.
- SMPS Electric Control Private Limited: Developing Microcontrollers for Power Electronics, IoT & Telecom.
- Mokkomotto (OPC) Private Limited: Ultracompact and Highly Efficient Smart EV Chargers.
- Voltere Power Solutions Private Limited: EV Charging solutions.
- Droame LLP: Building highly efficient drones that consume 54% less battery power, with increased flight time and range.
- FermionIC Design Pvt Ltd: Fabless semiconductor in PMIC, Mixed Signal, and RF IC.
- Smartway Electronics Private Limited: Pulse Oximeter integrated with IR Thermometer.
- Bendra Aerospace Private Limited: Leading Space & Defence electronics manufacturing company.
- Smartkosh Technologies Private Limited: Next Generation Battery Management System.
- Pramatra Space Technology Private Limited: Generate and Distribute Ultra Secure Quantum Encryption Keys.
14, Dec 2023
3rd Edition of Bio-Agri 2023 organised by Hyderabad BIPA, world’s oldest trade body Bio Agri industry begins at HICC in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, December 14, 2023….We live in a country where touching the earth is considered a good omen. Be it a sport like Kabaddi, an artist performing on a stage, a farmer who cultivates the land, touching the earth is practiced from ages. It is an age-old practice in our country. But, we don’t pay much attention to soil health. Instead, a lot of attention is given to producers and production said Dr Sagar Hanuman Singh, DG, NIPHM (National Institute of Plant Health Management, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt of India while addressing a gathering at the opening of Bio-Agri conference at HICC, Madhapur on Wednesday.
He was the Chief Guest at the Bio-Agri 2023, a two-day conference on Bio-Agri Industry. 300 delegates from across India and the world are participating in the conference.
The theme for Bio Agri 2023 is “BioAg by 2030 – Miles To Go– Billions to Reach”. BIPA International Journal of Biological Agriculture was launched during the conference. An exhibition was also inaugurated along with the conference and several companies exhibited their products.
Soil gives us so much. In the food pyramid, we must start with soil. We have been abusing soil for the past 70 years with chemical fertilizers due to pressure to feed the rising population. As a result, the soil is now contaminated. It has lost its vigor, vitality, and fertility. This is where soil regeneration has arisen. So keep an eye on deteriorating soil health. Government of India schemes emphasize on soil health, in turn, plant health and human health, he added. Help soil regain its original blissful state, emphasised, Dr Sagar Hanuman Singh, DG, NIPHM
We at NIPHM train farmers how to produce Bio-fertilisers using local resources without using chemicals and technology. Associations like BIPA must discourage fly-by-night operators. More emphasis must be on quality rather than on cheap cost which these fly-by-night operators offer.
In our testing, we found that quite a significant number of Biological products and bio-pesticides do not meet standards. Quite a lot of products contain chemical pesticides, said Dr Hanuman Singh.
Dr. SK Malhotra, Project Director of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-Directorate of Knowledge Management in Agriculture (DKMA-ICAR) delivered the Bio Agri Conference address. He said the Observers Research Foundation put India in first place compared to G-20 countries in climate-smart agriculture.
He maintained that our production levels rose despite hiccups due to climate change-related problems. The country has adopted climate-resilient agriculture. India now needs to bring back nature-positive agriculture. The Pandemic taught us many lessons. We should now scale up natural-positive food systems that would simultaneously promote crop, soil, and human health, he said.
The good news is that Microbial Bio Stimulants can be registered now. Biostimulant products which are now being regulated under new Gazette Notification guidelines in India he announced
Further, he said by 2047, when India becomes 100 years of being Independent, the government of India will set an agenda to become a global powerhouse for the Food System.
Dr Praveen Rao, Former Vice Chancellor of Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) spoke about soil health and its importance. We have forgotten 5 Cs. One C is Capability. Without knowing what the soil is capable of producing we are cultivating he said. The second C is the condition of Soil, we should know what best management practices to be adopted. Third C is Capital, the natural capital of soil.
The fourth C is Connectivity and the fifth C is Codification, which talks about the favourable policies, education, governance, etc. Soil health will decide plant health which in turn decides animal health, which subsequently decides ecology health that will have an impact on planet health. In the 1960s fertilizers and water were key areas and now it is soil health he was served.
Dr. KRK Reddy, President of Bio Agri Input Producers Association (BIPA), a 20 years old, non profit body said 90 companies are supporting BIPA
Dr D. R. Venkatesh, Secretary of BIPA gave a report of activities undertaken during the last year. He mentioned that BIPA is the oldest Bio-Agri industry body in the world. He shared that BIPA would be moving into their own office premises next year which was acquired at an investment of Rs 40 lakhs. Govt of Telangana has allocated space on 35 years lease it was informed.
Some of the topics to be addressed during the two-day conference include Bio-abling the future –India opportunity; Global business opportunities in Biologicals, bio-nutrition; Ag-biologicals: opportunities beyond agriculture, emerging technologies and business opportunities, investment opportunities in India, and many others.
14, Dec 2023
Quote on behalf of Harshvardhan Tibrewala, Director, Roha Realty
“Mumbai’s real estate market sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. It is primarily driven by the presence of reputable developers such as Roha, who are known for on-time project delivery, commitment to promised amenities, and construction quality. Aside from the RBI’s recent pause in interest rate hikes, the country’s stable economic performance, growth projections, and post-Covid desire to own a home have all played a role. Furthermore, there is a preference for larger homes with modern amenities within the apartment complex. Roha always incorporates green building principles and eco-friendly materials to minimise environmental impact, with features such as rainwater harvesting, waste management, and energy-efficient lighting to reduce the caArbon footprint. With growing interest in eco-friendly and energy-efficient buildings, sustainability will undoubtedly remain a priority. Technology, such as smart home amenities and virtual reality for property tours, will shape the home-buying experience. The Indian real estate industry is transforming due to these technological advancements, demographic shifts, and economic development. Long-held paradigms in the sector are evolving, bringing new opportunities.” ~ Harshvardhan Tibrewala, Director, Roha Realty
