KLE Tech University Selects Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Platform To Bring Research And Project-Based Learning

 

·         The 3DEXPERIENCE platform, implemented by EDS Technologies, will help close curricular gaps through tailor-made training solutions in the university

·         Students can benefit from an industry-like work environment

·         The collaboration is tightly aligned with Dassault Systèmes’ commitment to empower the workforce of the future

Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) today announced that KLE Technological University, one of the premier engineering institutions of Karnataka, has selected the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to enhance their curriculum with research and project-based learning solutions. The university is offering several novel courses on modelling and simulation including product lifecycle management (PLM). These also include a theme-based mini project focused on the improvisation of an existing product where new market requirements are analysed, and new features and functionalities are incorporated and redesigned again in a collaborative environment offered by the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Implemented by EDS Technologies on-site, the 3DEXPERIENCE platform will help teachers connect with students and enable them to collaborate and streamline learning activities with the latest pedagogical techniques. Students can acquire in-depth knowledge and preparation in domains, through this unique industry-like environment.

“The curriculum enhancement demonstrates our commitment to establishing the groundwork for contemporary engineering education and improving student learning experiences. We believe in project-based learning, and this is a significant step in that direction. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform will give our students the right exposure to new and cutting-edge technology, increase their enthusiasm for learning, and provide uninterrupted learning environment. Additionally, this will prepare students to gain sufficient knowledge in the selected technical subject in order to be productive from day one. We are thrilled to be collaborating with Dassault Systèmes to bring the best of innovations to our students,” said Dr. B. B. Kotturshettar, Head of School of Mechanical Engineering and, Dean, Planning and Development, KLE Technological University.

“Dassault Systèmes is committed to increasing the attractiveness of engineering and science to young people; developing skills to foster employability, and promoting innovation in education with experience-based learning,” said Deepak N.G., Managing Director, India, Dassault Systèmes. “The 3DEXPERIENCE platform can help institutions improve their teaching, learning, and solution creation experiences, much as it has helped industry transform the way products are created and built. This is an essential step towards honing the right skills and arming the workforce of the future for the jobs of the future. Our collaboration with KLE Technological University is a part of this commitment, as we help students explore emerging technologies with hands-on experiences.”

Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Edu department provides programs and resources to enable continuous collaboration among the university’s students and its faculty. Furthermore, it will facilitate effective project tracking in a rapid and collaborative manner for both students and professors, as well as access to data anywhere and at any time.

“Congratulations to KLE University on adopting Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform,” noted S. Senthil, President, EDS Technologies. “As Dassault Systèmes’ platinum partner with more than 1,500 customer sites, this collaboration reinforces our skill-up initiative, enabling educational institutions to adopt industry-leading solutions and put them into practice. It is heartening to note the superior teaching and learning experience the university and its students enjoy through the 3DEXPERIENCE platform implementation.”

Dassault Systèmes is committed to inspire, nurture and develop the workforce of the future in India in technologies that matter. Subject matter experts and global teams from Dassault Systèmes provide focused trainings to enhance learning for undergraduate, post-graduate and Ph.D. students on areas like design, multi-disciplinary engineering, manufacturing, information intelligence, and program governance, leveraging the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Bridgestone India Announces Winners Of Mobility Social Impact Awards

* The Award Recognizes dedication to safe and smart mobility solutions across Healthcare & Nutrition, Livelihoods, Education and Social Inclusion

Bridgestone India today announced the winners of its Mobility Social Impact Awards. These awards identify, recognize and promote mobility innovations through advanced technologies and solutions in the field of social advancement. The total price money is of Rs. 30 lakhs.

The Social Impact Foundation Delhi, has won the Mobility Social Impact Award for their Project Asbah. The project's goal is to provide clean drinking water to underprivileged communities in both rural and urban slums at very low cost. The foundation provides 20 litres of clean drinking water for a pittance of Rs. 4 through their 1000 LPH Water Treatment Plants.

Motivation India Bengaluru, receives the first runner-up award for their project Improving Mobility of Persons with Disabilities. The project's primary goal is to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities (PwDs). In collaboration with local NGOs, the goal was to provide 4000 appropriate wheelchairs to people with mobility disabilities across India.

AICAPD (All India Citizens Alliance for Progress and Development) Delhi, is the second runner-up for their School Aapke Dwar project. The project travels to locations where migrant workers set up temporary hutments/jhuggies, usually near construction sites. For the past decade, the initiative has benefited approximately 5000 migrant children, and currently 680 children are receiving free education at their doorstep through this innovative initiative in Gurugram and Hardoi.

In addition, the Samaan Social Development Society Indore, received a special recognition award for its Women Mechanic Project, which aims to change gender norms by promoting livelihood skills among girls and young women. The goal of this project is to connect women with technical and mobility-based jobs. Through this programme, an attempt has been made to change the society's beliefs and thinking.

The Awards have three focus areas: accessible, safe and smart mobility solutions. Innovative mobility solutions that provide better accessibility to healthcare & nutrition, livelihoods, education and social inclusion is one area. Second is to assess safe mobility solutions that enhance safety and inclusion bridging the present gender gap, disaster mitigation and increase road safety. Thirdly, smart mobility solutions that yield positive social impact eliminating poverty, promote biodiversity conservation and development of our rural society will be most appreciated and considered. 

“As a leading mobility solutions provider towards the progress of a journey, Bridgestone India firmly believes that mobility solutions also have a role in reaching out to communities to address societal issues and improve the quality of life. The winners of Bridgestone Mobility social impact Awards have exemplified and proven this right and we are honoured to recognize such innovators” said Mr. Parag Satpute, Managing Director, Bridgestone India

The Original Muffler Man: Living Biography Of Mr. Kasturi Lal Jain Released By HarperCollins India

The biography of Mr. Kasturi Lal Jain, Chairman of the Jain Amar Group which owns popular brands like MADAME, CAMLA Barcelona and MSecret was released at a ceremony in Delhi on 16th February. The event took place at a premium hotel in New Delhi. The book launch was preceded by a candid conversation with the author of the book Shubhra Krishan and Mr. Kasturi Lal Jain. Mr. Jain shared various snippets from his eventful life and about his success.

Mr. Jain has been an inspiring figure in the business community in India, especially in the apparel industry. His journey started in the year 1940 when he began manufacturing and selling mufflers in Punjab’s Ludhiana.

Hailing from an underdeveloped city named Kasur in undivided India, Mr. Jain made a name for himself and could gradually expand his muffler business even at a time when the subcontinent was fighting the menace partition and subsequent disturbances.

This was also the foundation of what would later come to be known as the Jain Amar Group, a household name in India when it comes to fast fashion, affordable clothing and fashion accessories. Jain Amar was founded in 1939 by Mr. Kasturi Lal’s father, Sh. Chunni Lal Duggar.

The group currently owns three popular clothing brands – MADAME, CAMLA Barcelona and MSecret – catering to the fashion requirements of the Indian millennial through the generations. Currently, the group runs over 150 exclusive stores across the country; the presence is over 600 other points of sale like MBOs and LFRs, across three continents.

“When I first heard the story of Mr. Kasturi Lal Jain, I was thrilled to know that he is the Chairman of the company behind MADAME. I immediately knew it was an inspiring story that needed to be published. The book carries a strong message – that hard work and sincerity will help achieve success in all facets of life, no matter what,” said Mr. Rakesh Chander of HarperCollins India.

The biography takes the readers through the journey of Mr. Jain from Kasur to Ludhiana, and his hard work which led to the creation of one of the biggest clothing brands in India. “Woven together with fond recollections and affectionate tributes from family, friends and co-workers, The Original Muffler Man reminds you of the things that really matter – gumption, grace and giving.”

The biography’s author, Shubhra Krishan said, “Writing this book was a pleasure and a privilege. It gave me the opportunity to meet a true legend, whose 8-decade journey is an inspiration to us all.” She is a seasoned television and print journalist who has written five outstanding books on food and well-being. The book is available in marketplaces like Amazon and Flipkart, offline bookstores, and on own website, glamly.com.

Honeywell Launches Indoor Air Quality Monitor, To Help Building Owners Identify Improvement Opportunities

* Device measures key IAQ parameters and provides indexed results to help gauge the health of indoor environments

* Developed by engineers at Honeywell Technology Solutions in India

Honeywell today announced the launch of its Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitor, which alerts building owners and operators of potential issues to proactively improve indoor air quality, thereby potentially decreasing the risk of transmitting airborne contaminants. A Make in India offering, the compact, touchscreen-enabled device measures key IAQ parameters including temperature, relative humidity, and indoor air pollutants, and provides an IAQ index based on the readings.

Studies show that viruses can spread faster in stale and compromised air, and poor IAQ can also cause symptoms such as asthma, fatigue, irritation or headache.[1] Honeywell’s IAQ monitor can be installed in buildings to help provide actionable insights, portfolio analytics and contribute to the site’s Healthy Buildings score, enabling building owners to make informed decisions to increase occupant well-being and comfort.

A recent survey by Honeywell shows that an overwhelming majority of surveyed workers in India (86%) say it is very to extremely important to be kept informed of their building’s air quality, a 20-percentage point increase from the global average of 65%, and 82% of office workers in India say the will leave their jobs if employers do not provide a healthy workplace.

Ashish Modi, President, Honeywell Building Technologies (HBT), Asia, said, “The pandemic has brought renewed attention to indoor air quality, which remains a significant yet invisible threat to building occupants. The ‘new normal’ demands building owners to constantly monitor IAQ and course-correct in real time. Hence, Honeywell’s IAQ monitor becomes a strategic investment in helping to create healthier spaces for occupants and also helping building owners to better adhere to safety guidelines as well.”

Developed by engineers at Honeywell Technology Solutions (HTS) in India, Honeywell’s IAQ monitor uses an array of sensors for better accuracy. Optional sensors for formaldehyde (HCHO) and ozone (O3) can be added to the unit. In addition to analyzing the air and displaying readings on the device’s touchscreen, the monitor can also communicate to any building management system (BMS) via Modbus protocol, further providing actionable insights to facility managers.

“Our engineers incorporated customer insights to develop an intuitive IAQ device that can be used as a standalone product or be integrated into an existing BMS. It provides facility managers with insights to make informed decisions on how to adjust key systems to create a healthier environment,” said Rajeev Bhandari, Senior Director of Engineering, HTS-HBT.

The monitor, available in white and black housings, is easy to install and can be mounted on the wall, ceiling or placed on a table. It comes with two options: with complete display and with color-coded LED lights.

The IAQ monitor complements Honeywell's Healthy Buildings solutions that integrate air quality, safety, and security technologies along with advanced analytics to help building owners improve the health of their buildings, operate more cleanly and safely, comply with new guidelines, and help reassure occupants. Honeywell’s advanced indoor air quality portfolio can help improve occupant well-being, meet energy efficiency goals, and importantly, change the way that occupants experience a building. To learn more about the product, visit https://hwll.co/a7qe5h

India Post Budget Seminar: Fostering Strong Industry-Skill Linkage

The Budget 2022 for the education and skilling sector rightly focused on expanding reach, improving quality education, building capacity, and strengthening the digital skill ecosystem. Further, to brainstorm and discuss ways for effective implementation of initiatives announced in the Budget, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the Ministry of Education, along with other ministries, is organising a session in Skill India webinar themed- ‘Towards Fostering Stronger Industry-Skill Linkage,’ on Monday, February 21, 2022 from 12:15 PM to 2:15 PM. The webinar will be attended by the government officials, industry experts and representatives of key associations. The session is a part of a series of seminars being inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He will be addressing the first webinar themed on ‘Digital University: Making World Class Higher Education Accessible for All’.

The Skill India webinar will be co-chaired by Shri Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Shri Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, MSDE, and Shri Anurag Jain, Secretary, DPIIT. The panellists for the session are Shri N.S Kalsi, Chairman, National Council for Vocational Education & Training (NCVET); Shri Amber Dubey, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Shri Manish Sabharwal, Vice Chairman, Teamlease Services. The session will be moderated by Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, COO, National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).

During the session, broader aspects on strengthening the skill ecosystem by enhancing digital skills will be discussed. The panellists will share their views on the recent announcements made by our finance minister in the Budget 2022 including deliberations on DESH stack that aims to empower citizens to skill, reskill or upskill themselves through digital training. Further, the session will cover aspects of successful implementation of National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) targeted to fulfil the dynamic industry needs, expansion of emerging technologies and training through Drone Shakti scheme, helping increase domestic manufacturing and creating employment. The facets related to PM Gati Shakti programme will also be discussed during the discourse. The session will also put spotlight on sectors like Tourism and Logistics.

The participants who will join the interactive mode of the session are:

Col Pankaj Fotedar, COO, Geokno

Dr. Shankar Goenka, Managing Director of WOW Factors India

Rachit Bhatnagar, CEO – Aerospace and Aviation SSC

Capt Gaurav Nath, CEO ClearSkies Aviation OPC Pvt Ltd

Smit Shah, Director of Partnerships, Drone Federation of India

Sujith Nair, Beckn Foundation

Anand Gautam, EkStep Foundation

Sujeet Suryawanshi, Protean eGov Technologies Limited

Abhay Karandikar, Director, IIT Kanpur

Dr. Satender Arya, CEO - Agriculture Skill Council of India

The participating ministries and departments in the webinar are- The Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Dept. of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Skill Development &  Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Dept. of Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade, Dept. of Telecom, Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N), Ministry of Tourism, Dept of Economic Affairs, Academia and Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

To join the session please https://youtu.be/RAk0cgw8itY

TECNO Launches SPARK 8C, A 6GB RAM And 90Hz Refresh Rate Smartphone At Launch Price Of Rs.7499

* Available in exciting colors including Magnet Black, Iris Purple, Diamond Grey and Turquoise Cyan

* The all-new TECNO SPARK 8C can be purchased on Amazon.in as Amazon Specials starting 24th February 2022

* Interested buyers can click Notify Me tab on Amazon.in

TECNO, the global premium smartphone brand, is once again poised to disrupt the market, with its latest offering, TECNO SPARK 8C under its reputed Spark 8 series.

TECNO SPARK 8C is a premium smartphone with all-rounder capabilities especially in memory, processor, display, camera, and battery. All these collectively gives it an edge over its counterparts. TECNO SPARK 8C is a true value for money product.

The smartphone boasts of best-in-the-segment features such as Octa-core Processor, 90Hz higher Refresh Rate, 6.6 HD+ Rich Display, Massive 5000mAh Battery, and 13MP AI Dual Rear Camera. Speed and agility are the two key features that are indispensable to most users today. In line with the same, TECNO SPARK 8C offers up to 6GB* RAM with Memory Fusion and 64GB ROM. In addition, the smartphone packs in various smart features such as IPX2 Splash Resistant, DTS Sound, Soplay 2.0, HiParty, Anti-oil Smart Fingerprint, Face Unlock, 3-in-1 SIM slot with Dual 4G VoLTE and many more – all in a premium design and vibrant colors. The phone is powered by HiOS 7.6 based on Android 11.

Commenting on the launch, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of TRANSSION India, said “Our aim has always been to deliver the best possible smartphone experience at competitive pricing to our customer base. The launch of Tecno Spark 8C testifies our commitment towards this aim. We hope, with the all-new Tecno Spark 8C hitting the markets, premium smartphone experiences will now be more accessible and affordable.

Key USPs of TECNO SPARK 8C:

6GB* RAM with 64GB ROM for quick and seamless operations

TECNO SPARK 8C is equipped with 6GB* RAM for faster speed and lag free operations. It offers up to 6GB* RAM with the help of memory fusion technology. It comes with 3GB installed RAM which can further be extended up to 3GB with memory fusion. With this bigger RAM, you get ultra-fast speed, up to 45% improvement in launching the apps and up to 15 apps support in the background thus, enhancing your multitasking experience. Memory Fusion will allow users to borrow additional RAM from storage capacity to offer a better experience. Its 64GB eMMC 5.1 internal ROM with up to 256GB expandable support through SD card, is sufficient for your daily multimedia needs.

Octa Core Powerful Processor

The smartphone features an ultra-efficient Octa-Core Processor with AnTuTu score of 144753. The Octa-core Processor is made up of eight processor cores that powers Tecno Spark 8C. The processor enables the smartphones to carry out more advanced tasks such as handling high resolution videos and graphic-heavy games without draining the battery, making the devices capable and efficient. The Octa-core processor also gives Tecno Spark 8C devices faster load times.

The smartphone features Superboost for system optimization to enjoy lag free experience for long use. Superboost basically optimize your application launching time, sliding operation, switching operations and gives the user smooth experience of multi-tasking. 

90Hz Refresh Rate with 6.6 HD+ Dot Notch Display

With an 89.3% screen to body ratio and 269PPI Pixel Density, the 16.66cm (6.6) HD+ display of TECNO SPARK 8C give users a premium display experience, vis-à-vis its counterparts in the market. Its 480nits max Brightness makes the display easy to see, even under bright sunlight. The SPARK 8C’s 90Hz high refresh rate delivers users an unmatched touch experience in the category.

13MP AI Dual Rear Camera for clear images

TECNO SPARK 8C’s 13MP AI rear camera with F1.8 wide aperture, Samsung image sensor and brilliant image processing technology enables you to click clear and vivid photos every time. Various modes like AI Beauty 3.0, Portrait Mode, Wide Selfie, HDR, Filters etc. add more flavors to your photos. Users can click outstanding selfies either in the day or at night with its 8MP selfie camera with front flashlight. The phone also features 1080P Time lapse video and Slow Motion video.

5000mAh mega Battery for unstoppable entertainment

TECNO SPARK 8C provides an ultimate battery backup with 5000mAh mega battery. The user will get a standby time of upto 89 days and can talk for up to 53 hours or enjoy music for up to 137 hours. Additionally, the Battery Lab features like Ultra Power Saving, Sleep Mode Optimization, etc. provides longer battery backup with need-based intelligent optimizations.

Trendy and stylish design with attractive colors

The glossy finish with Iconic Design and Punchy Colors including Magnet Black, Iris Purple, Diamond Grey and Turquoise Cyan of TECNO SPARK 8C makes it a flaunt-worthy smartphone. With various attractive and energetic colors with bolder brand logo further enhances the premium appeal of the smartphone.

Other Segment Breaking Features

TECNO SPARK 8C is IPX2 Splash Resistant and promises a 90Hz high refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate to provide faster touch inputs and zero lag experience to users while playing games.  The phone offers localized features such as Vault 2.0, Smart Panel 2.0, Kids Mode, Social Turbo, Anti-Theft Alarm, Phone Cloner, Voice Changer, Peek Proof, Game mode, and many more.

Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, FM radio, GPS/ A-GPS and a 3.5mm Jack. A perfect smartphone for the Gen Z in the sub 10K segment. Tecno Spark 8C comes with Soplay 2.0 for customizing music where in a user can customize and produce the music without need of Internet connectivity. The smartphone comes with powerful Octa-core Processor. Super boost for system optimization which will optimize your application launching time, sliding operation, switching operations and give you smooth experience of multiple operations. Tecno Spark 8C comes with 3-in-1 SIM slot with Dual 4G Volte to give its users multiple connectivity options.

*With 3GB Extendable Virtual RAM. Memory Fusion may need OTA update.

Commenting on the launch Mr. Nishant Sardana Director- Mobile Phones, Amazon India said, “We are happy to partner with TECNO for another stellar product from their 8 series. The smartphone promises to bring premium features in the affordable category while focusing on performance. We look forward to the launch of the much-awaited TECNO SPARK 8C.”

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IIHM Launches Institute Of Pastry And Culinary And The First Ever Chocolate Hotel

The International Institute of Hotel Management has launched a world-class Pastry School, IIHM Institute of Patisserie and Culinary (IIPC) headed by renowned Pastry Expert, Chef Avijit Ghosh, Brand Ambassador the Belgian chocolate company Callebaut and former Corporate Pastry Chef, Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts.

IIPC’s first ever unique “Chocolat Hotel” is all set to open doors in Bangalore. A hotel, café, banquet, rooms and buffet designed, inspired and themed on chocolate is an incredible and unexplored area.  The new hotel will have its own chocolate café and chocolate buffet with the best international chocolate brands displaying their products here. Chocolate-lovers will also get to see, taste and buy a variety of items that will be available at the chocolate exhibitions that will be held here from time to time.

The good news for young culinary talents who aspire to become pastry chefs or homemakers who want to master the art of making chocolates is that IIPC will start special classes to learn chocolate-making. Interested people are welcome to come to the hotel, stay for six days and learn the art of chocolate making. It’s a residential programme open to all interested candidates.

The hotel rooms, too, will be themed on chocolate. Chocolate exhibitions displaying the best chocolate brands and their products. This is the very first Institute in India promoting culinary tourism. The attempt is to make The Chocolate Hotel a destination for holiday – goers.

IIPC will be offering nine months and a six months certificate course in patisserie which also have the residential option. IIPC will also offer weekend courses and customised residential courses for the matured students.

Chef Avijit Ghosh said, “This is a unique and innovative idea of starting a Chocolate Hotel. This will be the first of its kind and people will experience chocolate in so many forms like never before. At IIPC, people interested in learning the art of chocolate-making will find a lot of inspiration for making various kinds of chocolates and pastries.”

Dr Suborno Bose, the Chairman and Chief Mentor of IIHM said, “This is going to be the first Chocolate Hotel in India where everything will be themed on chocolate. Everyone loves chocolate and it is a way of expressing a lot of emotions for most people. I think this new concept will provide a unique opportunity to taste and experience chocolate in various forms. We are starting IIPC as well where the very talented and renowned pastry chef, Chef Avijit Ghosh will lead the pastry and chocolate-making classes.”