Knowledge is the only true investment that leads to success: Umar Teekay
Orientation program held for first-year students of BIT, BEADS,BIES at Bearys Knowledge Campus
Mangaluru: The orientation program for the first-year students of Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Bearys Enviro-Architecture Design School (BEADS), and Bearys Institute of Emerging Sciences (BIES) was held at the Bearys Knowledge Campus on Wednesday.
During the event, Dr. UT Iftikhar Ali was also felicitated for his appointment as the Chairman of National Commission for Allied and Healthcare.
Addressing the students, Umar Teekay, MD of the Teekays Group, Bengaluru, and honorary president of MEIF, emphasized that the ultimate goal of every human being, whether consciously or unconsciously, is happiness, which he stated can only be attained through achievements. He highlighted that there is no achievement without action and distinguished success from achievement, explaining that success is merely the recognition of one's accomplishments.
Umar Teekay encouraged the students to dream big and cultivate the mindset of a go-getter and achiever. He further advised them to accumulate as much knowledge as possible, noting that knowledge is the only true investment that leads to success.
Ibrahim Sharief, CEO of TruGlobal Inc, USA, spoke to the students about the benefits of pursuing a corporate career, emphasizing that it offers financial stability, career growth, work-life balance, skill development, and opportunities to travel around the world. He further explained that the key to corporate success lies in hard work, education, specialization, effective communication, and applying for the right jobs.
Syed Mohamed Beary, Chairman of Bearys Academy of Learning, presided over the event. During his address, he praised the humility and professionalism of Dr. UT Iftikhar Ali, congratulating him on his recent appointment as the Chairman of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare. Syed Mohamed Beary also shared his vision of promoting diversity at Bearys Education, aspiring to make the institution a reflection of India's rich cultural variety.
Addressing the students, Syed Mohamed Beary stressed the importance of character building. He remarked that while academic success is vital, it holds no true value without a strong moral foundation. "Your achievements will mean nothing if they are not backed by a good character," he said, urging students to focus on integrity and ethics alongside their studies.
He further advised students that their time at the Bearys Education institutions would be among the most crucial years of their lives, as the experiences and education they acquire would shape their future. He urged them to make the most of their time and avoid any activities that could bring dishonor to their community, the institution, or the country.
Syed Mohamed Beary also outlined the future plans for the campus, including the construction of the Late UT Fareed Sports Arena and a PU College, aiming to expand the opportunities available to students and the local community. He expressed the Bearys Group’s commitment to reaching out to every family, positioning the institution as a beacon of hope and progress for society.
Speaking after being felicitated, Dr. UT Iftikhar Ali expressed his gratitude to Syed Mohamed Beary for the honor and urged the students to recognize the sacrifices their parents have made to help them reach this stage of their education. He reminded them of the challenges and hardships their families may have faced and encouraged the students to work hard and make their parents proud through their achievements at the institution.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Aziz Mustafa, Principal of Bearys Institute of Emerging Sciences. In his speech, Dr. Mustafa highlighted the rapid advancements in technology and emphasized the need for students to stay updated. He also linked this concept with the institution's slogan, "Get Future Ready," encouraging students to prepare themselves for the future challenges in the field of technology and innovation.
Dr. Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT proposed vote of thanks.
Prof. Prithviraj, Director of BIT Polytechnic, Ar. Khalil Razzak Shaikh, Principal, BEADS were present on the dias during the event.
Asst. Prof Joyson and Hanina compered the event.
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Karnataka will withhold approval to Goa-Tamnar project, as Goa opposes Kalasa project: CM
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has said the state will withhold its approval to Goa-Tamnar transmission project, which will be passing through ecologically sensitive Western Ghats region, as Goa is objecting to its Kalasa-Bandhuri Nala Diversion project.
In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, the CM urged Modi to intervene and ensure that the Kalasa project receives the necessary wildlife clearances at the earliest.
According to him, not only the project, which is crucial for fulfilling the drinking water needs of North Karnataka, has been pending for an unusually long time for Wildlife Clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), but the Goa Chief Wildlife warden has also passed an illegal order restraining Karnataka from undertaking any activities in it.
In view of the objections raised by Goa to the legitimate and long-pending drinking water project with minimum disruption to wildlife, and the consequent litigation that Karnataka has been forced into, the state has no choice but to reconsider its decision on clearance to the Goa-Tamner power Line, he stated in his letter.
He further stated that the Mahadayi Water Dispute Tribunal Award was pronounced on August 14, 2018 and published in the Gazette of India on February 27, 2020.
"Total allocation made to Karnataka is 13.42 TMC, of which 3.9 TMC of water is for diversion for drinking water purposes (1.72 TMC from Kalasa Nala and 2.18 TMC from Bandura Nala). The state government has submitted a modified pre-feasibility report of Kalasa & Bandhuri Nala Diversion scheme (Lift schemes) to CWC on June 16, 2022 for clearances," said the CM.
Siddaramaiah said in his letter that Karnataka has challenged the Goa Wildlife Warden order in the Supreme Court, which is pending adjudication.
"The Standing Committee of the NBWL, in its meeting held under the chairmanship of the Minister for Environment, Ecology and Climate Change, on July 31, has deferred the proposal stating that the matter is sub-judice. Whereas, the same standing committee in its meeting held on August 23, has recommended the Goa portion of the Goa-Tamnar Transmission Line, for Wild life clearance," the letter further stated.
The CM also said Karnataka had agreed to the project only after the Power Minister in his letter on August 1 had assured him that instead of 72,817 trees, only 13,954 trees will be cut.
"Although cutting any tree in eco-sensitive zones is not desirable, in the interest of national development, Karnataka was ready to agree in principle despite the lands crossing the elephant corridor," he said in his letter.
In the event the wildlife clearance is given to Kalasa Project, Siddaramiah said he "would definitely look into the issues of giving approval to Goa-Tamnar Transmission Project".
