Bearys Institute of Technology observes World Earth Day with focus on sustainability
Mangaluru, April 28: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore, marked World Earth Day 2025 with a special programme organised at the International Seminar Hall on Monday. The event, conducted by the Department of Civil Engineering and Basic Science, was held under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting the need to protect the environment and adopt sustainable lifestyles.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Bhagya B. Sharma, Deputy Director at the Centre for Environmental Studies, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). Speaking on the topic “Powering the Future: The Earth Day Call to Action,” she encouraged students to explore clean energy solutions and take innovative steps to protect the planet.
Following her address, Dr. Purushothama C.T. from the Civil Engineering Department delivered a talk on “Sustainability: The Revolution Earth Needs,” where he discussed practical approaches to face environmental challenges and called for urgent action to adopt eco-friendly practices.
The programme began with a welcome by Dr. Altamashuddin Khan, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, who urged students to take active roles in conservation efforts. Principal Dr. S. I. Majur Basha shared a message emphasising the power of individual responsibility in preserving the environment through small, consistent efforts.
Over 200 students and faculty members took part in the programme, which sparked productive discussions and encouraged participants to contribute to a greener future.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Pooja K, Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department. She thanked all the speakers, organisers, and attendees for their support and participation.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Purushothama C.T. and Mr. Zaheer Ahmed from the Civil Engineering Department.
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I just hope it ends very quickly: Trump on India's military strikes on terror infra in Pakistan
New York/Washington (PTI): Shortly after India carried out military strikes targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir early Wednesday, US President Donald Trump said he hopes that the hostilities will end "very quickly".
"It’s a shame, he said, adding, "We heard about it just as we were walking in the doors of the Oval (Office). I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past."
"They've been fighting for a long time. They've been fighting for many, many decades and centuries, actually, if you really think about it,” Trump said.
Asked if he has any message for the countries, he said, “No, I just hope it ends very quickly.”
In retaliation against the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) including Bhawalpur, a stronghold of the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror outfit.
The military strikes were carried out under 'Operation Sindoor', the defence ministry said.
India's actions came two weeks after the Pahalgam terror attack triggered widespread outrage in India and abroad.
"These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were murdered," the Defence Ministry said in the statement.
"We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable," it said.
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged the National Security Advisors of both countries to keep lines of communication open and avoid escalation, his office said on Wednesday.
“Earlier this afternoon, @SecRubio spoke to the national security advisors from India and Pakistan. He urged both to keep lines of communication open and avoid escalation,” the State Department said on a post X.
Rubio also spoke with Pakistani National Security Advisor Asim Malik.
Rubio said he is monitoring the situation between India and Pakistan closely and hopes this “ends quickly”.
"I am monitoring the situation between India and Pakistan closely. I echo @POTUS's comments earlier today that this hopefully ends quickly and will continue to engage both Indian and Pakistani leadership towards a peaceful resolution," Rubio said in a post on X.
