Kannada actor Sathyajith passes away
Bengaluru, Oct 10: Noted Kannada film actor Sathyajith died in a hospital here on Sunday following prolonged illness, family sources said.
He was 72.
Satyajith was his screen name, whereas his actual name was Syed Nizamuddin.
The actor who made a mark with his debut movie 'Ankush' in Hindi in 1986 with Nana Patekar, had acted in more than 600 movies.
His prominent movies were Yuddha Kanda, Mandyada Gandu, Police Story, Shiva Mecchida Kannappa, Nyayakkagi Nanu, Sangharsha, Apthamithra and Padma Vyuha.
The seasoned artist had donned various roles ranging from villain to comedian. He has worked with iconic actors of the Kannada film industry such as Rajkumar, Ambareesh and Vishnuvardhan.
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CIIC hosts Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen Bhatkal’s president Yunus Kazia
Chennai: The Crescent Innovation and Incubation Council (CIIC) hosted Yunus Kazia, Chairperson of Imam Abdul Rahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia and President of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, Bhatkal, and Ameen Moshin, Trustee of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, Bhatkal, for a strategic meeting to explore avenues for cross-border collaboration in fostering innovation and economic development.
The discussions centered around establishing an Innovation Hub in Saudi Arabia, leveraging global best practices in research and technological advancements. The proposed collaboration aims to strengthen ties between India and Saudi Arabia in innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.
Yunus Kazia and Ameen Moshin were welcomed by the CIIC team, including its registrar and senior representatives. During the meeting, CIIC outlined a strategic vision for creating an Innovation Hub in Saudi Arabia. The proposed initiative would facilitate the exchange of ideas, technology, and resources between the two countries, foster the growth of startups and entrepreneurial ventures, and support the commercialization of research through advanced technological collaboration.
The meeting also focused on knowledge exchange in emerging technologies and innovation practices. CIIC highlighted its expertise in building structured innovation ecosystems, emphasizing its role in training programs to enhance research and innovation capabilities. Collaborative research and the sharing of best practices in incubation, mentorship programs, funding models, and international partnerships were discussed as critical areas of focus.
Both parties explored the potential for bridging the gap between the two countries in technological innovation and economic development. The discussions included plans for fostering startups in technology, healthcare, education, and sustainability sectors. The partnership aims to create a global ecosystem of innovation while contributing to economic prosperity by aligning with emerging industrial trends.
A shared vision for the future emerged from the meeting, with both sides expressing a commitment to advancing innovation and entrepreneurship. Plans to develop a roadmap for the proposed Innovation Hub include conducting a feasibility study, drafting a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), and initiating joint research, workshops, and conferences to ensure knowledge transfer.
The visit was described as a significant step toward strengthening India-Saudi ties in technological development and fostering a culture of innovation.
Abdul Rahman Badar, Secretary, Bhatkal Muslim Association Chennai was also present during the visit.
