New Delhi, April 21: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is all set to open its new engineering college in July this year with 50 seats, which will be increased later, a varsity official said on Saturday.
Dismissing the news of no allocation of funds for the centre, the official said a total of Rs 180 crore has been allocated to the university for two new schools, the other being School of Management and Entrepreneurship.
"We have been provisioned an allocation of 180 crore for the two schools. A total of Rs 23 crore has already been released for the one meant for engineering, " the official speaking on n the condition of anonymity, told IANS.
The engineering college will start with three courses initially in five year dual degree programme, for B. Tech and M. Tech/M. Sc.
A news report published early this month, had claimed that the varsity has not been allocated any funds for the engineering school despite its announcement. It had cited an RTI reply from the University Grants Commission which did not mention any such grant. However, the date mentioned on the reply letter as posted on the publishing website, was of last year.
The details for School of Management and Entrepreneurship are yet to be finalised and it won't start till next year, the official added.
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Army operationalises 3D concrete printing tech for quick construction of bunkers, sentry posts
Gangtok (PTI): The Indian Army, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, has operationalised on-site 3D concrete printing technology for quick construction of bunkers, sentry posts and protective structures in forward areas of Sikkim, a Defence statement said.
The capability -- already proven in other operational areas earlier -- has been effectively employed by the Trishakti Corps in the Himalayan state, it said.
"The indigenous robotic 3D concrete printer, equipped with a robotic arm, circular mixer, piston pump and generator, is fully vehicle-portable and optimised for rapid movement in mountainous terrain," the statement said.
The printed structures have undergone live ballistic trials, validating their strength and protective performance.
The 3D concrete printing provides major operational advantages, including customised designs, enhanced blast and ballistic resistance, higher compressive strength, improved quality control, efficient use of local materials and rapid construction in tactically acceptable timelines.
It also supports terrain-specific designs and advanced camouflage needs.
The continued adoption of on-site 3D printing represents a significant leap in the Army's engineering and operational readiness, enabling fast, sustainable, and mission-oriented infrastructure development in challenging environments, it added.
