BIT hosts international faculty development program on new-age alloys, composites
Mangaluru: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangaluru, successfully conducted a Three-day 1st International Faculty Development Program (FDP) on "New Age Alloys and Composites in the Advent of AI, ML, and 3D Printing" from April 7th to 9th, 2025. The program brought together leading academicians, researchers, and industry professionals from across the globe to discuss the convergence of advanced materials with emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) with over 230 participants in each session.
The event was inaugurated in the presence of Principal Dr. SI Manjur Basha, who emphasized the significance of integrating interdisciplinary technologies in engineering education and research. Dr. Vasantha Kumar, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomed the gathering and highlighted the department’s commitment to fostering innovation and knowledge exchange through such global platforms.
Esteemed guests who delivered keynote sessions and technical talks during the program included Dr. Jinoop Arackal Narayanan from Teeside University, UK, Dr. K R Ramkumar from Iowa State University, USA, Dr. Manjiah from NIT Warangal and Dr. Sathyashankara Sharma from MIT Manipal. Their sessions covered cutting-edge developments in smart materials, AI-powered materials design, sustainable composites, and the future of digital manufacturing.
The FDP was coordinated by Dr. Sandeep Nambiar S Assistant Professor and Prof. Prithviraj M., Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering, who ensured the smooth execution of the sessions, workshops, and interactive discussions. Faculty members from various institutions across India and abroad actively participated, making it a dynamic and enriching experience for all attendees.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Imran Mokashi, Associate Professor in Department of Mechancial Engineering.
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Belagavi youth’s murder case projected as road accident, cracked in Uttara Kannada; Three arrested
Karwar: Uttara Kannada police have cracked a murder case in which a Belagavi youth was killed and his body burnt inside a car to make it appear like a road accident.
Addressing a press meet in the city, Superintendent of Police Deepan M.N. said three accused from Old Hubballi have been arrested in connection with the case. The crime was a pre-planned act driven by personal enmity, he said.
The case came to light on April 8 morning when a car (KA-04/MJ-8996) was found completely burnt in a roadside ditch near Talekumbri bus stand in Yellapur. Only charred human remains were found inside the vehicle. Initially, it was suspected to be an accident caused by overspeeding, and a case was registered at Yellapur police station based on a complaint filed by the deceased’s father, Jagannath Dhapale.
However, the father later expressed suspicion that his son’s death was not accidental, prompting a detailed investigation.
Taking the matter seriously, two special teams were formed under the leadership of Yellapur Inspector Ramesh Hanapur. On analysing technical evidence and CCTV footage, police found that it was a planned murder.
The accused have been identified as Abdul Raheem Basheer Ahmed Mujawar (32), Maulasab Bavahan Wada (36) and Dadapeer alias Aftab Mehboob Saab Balasangi (22), all chicken traders from Old Hubballi.
Police have seized the car used in the crime along with two scooters. The accused have been remanded to judicial custody.
Investigations revealed that the accused killed Nitesh Dhapale due to personal enmity and later set the car on fire along with the body to project it as an accident.
SP Deepan M.N. appreciated the efforts of Inspector Ramesh Hanapur, PSIs Rajashekhar Vandali and Siddappa Gudi, and the entire team for solving the complex case.
