Ecoverse Makethon at BIT showcases student innovation for sustainability
Mangalore: The Departments of Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering at Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT) organized a 24-hour inter-department Makethon, “Ecoverse,” on September 23 and 24 at the Bearys Knowledge Campus, supported by the IEEE BIT Student Branch.
The event, themed “Innovate Today, Sustain Tomorrow,” focused on solutions around clean air, pure water, green mobility, safe cities, and vibrant shores. A total of 31 teams participated, presenting innovative prototypes. Prizes and certificates were awarded to the top three groups, while all participants received certificates of participation.
The inaugural session was compered by Rahila, a 3rd-semester CSE student, with the welcome address delivered by Mohammed Owais of 5th semester CSE. Principal Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha stressed the importance of student participation in technical activities. Event coordinator Prof. Mohammed Sinan emphasised entrepreneurship as a driver of sustainability, and Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Head of ECE, encouraged students to think creatively to solve real-world problems.
The Makethon witnessed enthusiastic involvement, combining creativity, technology, and social responsibility in addressing sustainability challenges.
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India moving towards becoming global economic powerhouse: Kovind
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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.
