Mangaluru, Oct 29: The foundation stone was laid for the construction of Shepherd International Academy under Hikma Educational Trust located near Arkula on NH-73 in Mangaluru.

M Ahmed, chairman of the AK Group of Companies, unveiled the new name of the Institute. Khatib Altaf Moulavi of Al-Ihsan Masjid, Mangaluru offered prayers.

Speaking on the occasion, Chairman of Shaheen Group of Institutions, Bidar; and Advisor of Hikma International Academy Dr. Abdul Khadir said, "Education plays an important role in society. It is necessary to create an atmosphere of getting educated. Schools should not be limited to one community. It should be a place where children from all communities and classes should mingle with each other. The parents of the students, as well as the locals, must support this institute, which is being set up by a team of young entrepreneurs" he urged.

Hikmah International Academy's trustee, noted author and international resource person Syed Habib Pasha, who also spoke on the occasion, said " one cannot achieve happiness merely by wearing good clothes and eating food. Rather, human beings must live with love, togetherness and patience. That brings real joy. I hope that this institution would be the best educational institute in South India by treating all the students  equally."

Athar Khan, the trustee of Hikma International Academy and CEO of Al-Asar Foundation of Bhopal,   said "Success can be achieved when one moves ahead with a goal and belief in Allah.

SM Bashir, Director of SM Marine Group of Companies and strategic advisor to the Hikma International Academy, said "Parents dream and wish that their children should become the good citizens in society. This institution to achieve that."

Bhatkal PBI Construction's Managing Director PB Ibrahim, Vijayavahini Enterprises' Proprietor K. Mohan Amin, Chief Executive Officer of Hikma International Academy Hasan Yusuf, Office bearers of the Hikma International Academy Niyaz A.K, Naushad A.K, Nazim AK, Sajid A.K, S.M Farooq, Muhammad Rizwan were present.

Briefing the details about the Shepherd International Academy, Dean of BEADS and Chairman of Hikma, Architect Muhammad Nisar informed that the academy will come up on 3.6 acres of land. He explained that the institution established two years ago is now running in Mangaluru. Pre-KG, LKG and UKG classes are being run. In coming days, it will operate from a well-equipped campus in Arkula. Priority will be given to impart quality and valuable education with advice from renowned educational experts and co-operation of the skilled teacher. The organization's main mission is to create a better future for students. Special classrooms will be built for a pleasant atmosphere. Swimming pool, horse riding, karate, computer, labs, library and prayer halls will also be opened.

The campus will house 50 deserving widows who will get suitable jobs in the School and their children will get free education , said Muhammad Nisar.


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TraceX Labs has announced the launch of GEOX AI, an advanced artificial intelligence platform capable of identifying the real-world location where a photograph or video was taken using only the visual content within the media.

Positioned as an enterprise-grade intelligence solution, GEOX AI leverages advanced computer vision and multi-agent AI to analyze pixel-level details such as architecture, road patterns, vegetation, signage, lighting, and environmental context. By interpreting these visual clues, the system can estimate—and in many cases precisely determine—the origin of an image or video.

AI-Powered Geolocation Intelligence

Marketed under the concept of “Locate Anywhere From Any Image,” GEOX AI is designed for intelligence operations where speed, accuracy, and reliability are critical. The platform currently supports:

  • 400+ analyses available
  • <10 seconds average response time
  • Up to 99% accuracy on landmark-based identification
  • Global coverage across diverse terrains and environments

Core Capabilities

GEOX AI integrates multiple intelligence features into a single platform:

  • Precise Geolocation:
    Identifies exact geographic coordinates using visual landmarks, architecture, vegetation, and cultural indicators.
  • Satellite Map View:
    Results are plotted on live satellite imagery with 2D/3D viewing options and multiple map styles for deeper analysis.
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    Provides a detailed explanation of how the system arrived at a conclusion, including confidence scoring.
  • Multi-Result Analysis:
    Returns multiple possible locations ranked by confidence, enabling cross-verification.
  • Intelligence PDF Export:
    Allows one-click generation of professional reports containing maps, coordinates, analysis, and structured findings.
  • Credit-Based Access:
    Agencies are allocated credits, with each analysis consuming one credit. Additional credits can be requested directly.

Speed Meets Intelligence

GEOX AI is designed to balance rapid processing with analytical depth:

  • Fast Mode: Delivers results within seconds for clear and high-context images
  • Advanced Mode: Performs deeper multi-step analysis for complex or ambiguous visuals
  • Built for real-time decision-making in high-pressure environments

How GEOX AI Works

The platform follows a simple and efficient workflow:

  1. Upload any image or video frame
  2. AI analyzes visual clues such as structures, terrain, and environment
  3. The system identifies location with coordinates, confidence score, and reasoning
  4. Results are displayed on an interactive satellite map
  5. Export a professional intelligence report in one click

A Breakthrough for Investigations

GEOX AI is expected to have wide-ranging applications across multiple domains:

  • Tracking the origin of images from social media and open sources
  • Supporting digital forensics and cyber investigations
  • Assisting law enforcement and intelligence operations
  • Helping journalists and OSINT analysts verify visual content
  • Providing support in missing person cases and threat intelligence scenarios

Enterprise Access and Deployment

GEOX AI is available to verified law enforcement agencies, intelligence organizations, and authorized enterprises. Access is provided through a structured system where organizations can request credentials and define their operational use cases.

Interested users can request access via tracexlabs.com or contact contact@tracexlabs.com, with response times typically within 24–48 hours.

Privacy Debate Intensifies

The launch of GEOX AI has also sparked renewed discussion around digital privacy. By demonstrating how location data can be extracted purely from visible elements within images, the platform highlights the potential risks associated with sharing photos online without considering what those visuals may reveal.

Conclusion

With GEOX AI, TraceX Labs is entering the rapidly evolving geolocation intelligence space with a platform that combines speed, precision, and real-world usability. As artificial intelligence continues to advance, tools like GEOX AI are expected to play a critical role in shaping the future of investigations, security, and digital intelligence.