Mangalore: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore, in association with the IEEE Bangalore Section and IEEE Mangalore Subsection, will host the Faculty Conclave – 2025 on September 20 at the institute’s International Seminar Hall.

The conclave will be inaugurated by Dr. Chandrakanta Kumar, Chair of IEEE Bangalore Section and Project Director at ISRO. He is expected to speak on the role of faculty in fostering innovation, promoting research, and preparing students for the demands of a rapidly changing technological environment. Drawing from his experience at ISRO, he is also likely to encourage faculty to strive for excellence in both teaching and research.

The event will be attended by several academicians and IEEE leaders, including Dr. S. V. Sathyanarayana, Dean (R&D), JNNCE and Chair of IEEE Mangalore Subsection; Dr. Chengappa M. R., Vice Chair, TC, IEEE Bangalore and ORAN Specialist; Dr. Parameshachari B. D., Vice Chair, MDC, IEEE Bangalore Section and HOD of ECE at NMIT; Dr. Arun Balodi, Professor, DSU and Senior Member of IEEE Bangalore; Mr. Subramanya Navada, Secretary, IEEE Bangalore Section and Associate at JPMorgan Chase; and Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Principal, Bearys Institute of Technology.

Sessions during the conclave will focus on innovative teaching practices, industry-academia partnerships, designing future-ready curricula, and the importance of faculty development initiatives. Speakers are also expected to stress interdisciplinary collaboration and share perspectives on emerging areas such as communications and space technologies.

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Amritsar (PTI): Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said that with digital transformation, economic reforms and a strong focus on the ease of doing business, India is moving towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.

He was speaking after inaugurating the 19th edition of the Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar.

The former president said that this 19th edition of PITEX is being organised at a time when India is recognised as one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the event organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) the former president, while referring to Punjab, said the state is a living example of courage, sacrifice and enterprise.

"The spiritual light of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) inspires peace and humanity across the world. The heritage of Punjab is deep and inspiring," Kovind said, according to a statement issued by the PITEX.

The former president congratulated the PHDCCI for hosting the 19th edition of PITEX and suggested that the chamber should expand PITEX outside Punjab.

He proposed that a similar event should also be held in New Delhi.