BIT hosts faculty conclave 2025, highlights role of academics in nation building
Mangaluru, Sept. 20: The Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangaluru, in collaboration with the IEEE Bangalore Section and IEEE Mangalore Subsection, organised the Faculty Conclave – 2025 at its International Seminar Hall on Saturday. The event brought together senior academicians, researchers, and professionals from across Karnataka to deliberate on the role of faculty in driving research, technology, and nation building.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Chandrakanta Kumar, Chair of IEEE Bangalore Section and Project Director at ISRO, urged the academic community to “wake up to the dream of a developed nation.” He emphasised the need for preparedness across service, agriculture, and industrial sectors and stressed on how faculty play a crucial role in shaping students to meet future challenges.
Speaking on the theme of nation building in a broader context, Dr. Chengappa M. R., Vice Chair (TC), IEEE Bangalore and ORAN Specialist, underlined the importance of collective responsibility in strengthening the country’s growth trajectory.
Dr. Parameshachari B. D., Vice Chair (MDC), IEEE Bangalore Section and HoD of ECE at NMIT, elaborated on the benefits of IEEE membership, while Dr. Devanathan M., Associate Professor at Reva University and SAC Chair of IEEE Bangalore Section, stressed on the need to bridge the gap between industry and academia.
A session by Mr. Subramanya Navada, Secretary of IEEE Bangalore Section, Associate at JPMorgan Chase, and National Balshree Awardee, on “AI Enigma: The Realities,” offered fresh insights into the challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence.
Earlier, Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT, welcomed the gathering and expressed pride in the institute hosting faculty members from different parts of Karnataka. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Head of the ECE Department, while Prof. Joyson served as the Master of Ceremonies.
The conclave also featured the presence of Dr. S. V. Sathyanarayana, Dean (R&D) at JNNCE and Chair of IEEE Mangalore Subsection, and Dr. Arun Balodi, Professor at DSU, Senior Member of IEEE, and Execom Member of IEEE Bangalore Section.
The day-long conclave served as a platform for exchanging ideas on innovative teaching methods, research, industry partnerships, and emerging technologies.
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Kane scores hat trick and Bayern extends Bundesliga lead to 11 points
Berlin (AP): Harry Kane was substituted in at the hour mark and still had enough time to score a hat trick on Saturday.
The England captain took his goal tally for Bayern Munich this season to 28 and the defending champions extended their lead to 11 points after thrashing Stuttgart 5-0 on the road.
Second-placed Leipzig later hosted Eintracht Frankfurt.
With Kane on the bench, Konrad Laimer took on the scoring duties and produced a superb finish. The Austria midfielder collected a long ball and combined with Michael Olise before slotting home from close range with a subtle backheel past goalkeeper Alexander Nübel in the 11th minute.
Kane made it 2-0 with a low shot into the bottom corner and Josip Stanišic added his name to the scoresheet. Kane added further luster to the win from the penalty spot after Stuttgart was reduced to 10 men for Lorenz Assignon using his arm to clear a ball in the 81st.
Kane completed the rout with a flick from an Olise cross with two minutes left. He has found the net five more times with England this season, taking his total to 33 goals for club and country.
Stuttgart had chances before halftime but lacked a cutting edge. Midfielder Nikolas Nartey thought he equalized only for his goal to be ruled out for offside after a VAR check.
Bayern Munich is unbeaten in 16 league and cup games against German opposition this season.
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Bayer Leverkusen suffered a fourth loss, 2-0 at Augsburg.
Defender Dimitrios Giannoulis put the host in front after six minutes then turned provider to set up forward Anton Kade. Leverkusen, which hit the woodwork, remained in fourth place, 14 points behind Bayern.
Wolfsburg scored from all of its shots on target and moved four points clear of the relegation zone after beating Union Berlin 3-1. Heidenheim defeated Freiburg 2-1. Cologne and St. Pauli drew 1-1.
