US announces $200 mn military aid to Ukraine
Washington, July 21 : In a move to counter Moscow's influence in Ukraine, the US has announced $200 million in security assistance to Kiev.
The aid will fund additional training, equipment and advisory efforts to build the defensive capacity of Ukraine's forces, the Pentagon said in a statement on Friday.
"This reaffirms the long-standing defence relationship between the US and Ukraine," the statement noted, adding that Washington's security assistance to Kiev totalled more than $1 billion since 2014.
The Pentagon statement came after the White House on Friday rejected a proposal from Russia to hold a referendum in eastern Ukraine on the fate of the region, Xinhua news agency reported.
Russian President Vladimir Putin raised the possibility of a referendum in Ukraine during his meeting with US President Donald Trump on Monday in Helsinki, Finland, Russia's Ambassador to the US Anatoly Antonov said.
The conflict in eastern Ukraine started in 2014 between the government forces and armed groups that declared independence from Kiev.
Ukraine has long accused Russia of aiding the insurgents while Moscow has repeatedly dismissed Kiev's claims.
"To organise a so-called referendum in a part of Ukraine which is not under government control would have no legitimacy," the White House National Security Council said Friday.
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Expert Session on VLSI Industry and IC Fabrication Held at BIT
Mangalore, December 26, 2024: The Department of Training & Placement and the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering at Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), in collaboration with the IEEE Mangalore Subsection and the IEEE BIT Student Branch, organized an insightful session on VLSI Industry and IC Fabrication at the National Seminar Hall.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Head of the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, who emphasized the importance of VLSI design and IC fabrication in shaping the future of technology. He highlighted how such sessions bridge the gap between academia and industry, inspiring students to explore cutting-edge advancements in the electronics sector. The event reflects BIT’s commitment to providing its students with exposure to real-world technological advancements and fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation.
The session was led by Mr. Pavan Raj, Senior Layout Design Engineer at Karmic Design Pvt. Ltd., Manipal, who provided an in-depth overview of chip design and the intricate steps involved in IC fabrication. His talk covered the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the VLSI industry, offering students a clear understanding of the practical aspects of semiconductor technology.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Bibi Fathima, a student of the ECE department, who expressed gratitude to the resource person for sharing his valuable knowledge and to the organizing team for their efforts in making the event a success.
The session was well-received by the attendees, who actively participated in discussions and appreciated the opportunity to learn from an industry expert.
