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India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Quantum Valley will transform Andhra Pradesh into hub of quantum technology: AP Governor
Amravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 17 (ANI): Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Chancellor of JNTU Anantapur, S Abdul Nazeer, presided over the XIV Convocation of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, held at the University Auditorium in Anantapur on Saturday. Addressing the students, Governor Abdul Nazeer has said that the State government's plan to establish Quantum Valley, a quantum computing hub in Amaravati, as part of India's National Quantum Mission, will position the State as a leading centre for quantum technology research and development in India, an official statement said. The Chancellor said that the concept of 'Viksit Bharat' focuses on achieving economic prosperity, social inclusiveness, technological advancement, and sustainable development and envisions an India where every citizen has access to quality education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and a dignified life, the statement added. To achieve this vision, several programmes like digital economy, renewable energy, start-ups, education, health, and skill development have been initiated with a participatory approach, encouraging citizens, students, youth, and all institutions to actively contribute towards this dream. He further said that the Swarna Andhra 2047, the state's own vision aligns with the national mission of Viksit Bharat and the roadmap drawn up by the State government aims to achieve economic prosperity, technological advancement, social equality, and environmental sustainability by 2047. Governor Abdul Nazeer congratulated the students who received gold medals, merit certificates and degrees in the Convocation. Prof M R Madhav, Emeritus Professor (Retd.), IIT Kanpur, has participated as Chief Guest-cum-Orator and Dr. Satyanarayana Chava, founder & CEO of Laurus Labs Ltd, was conferred the Degree of Honoris Causa by the University. Prof. H. Sudarsana Rao, Vice-Chancellor, read out the annual report of the University. Dr M Hari Jawaharlal, Secretary to Governor and other dignitaries attended the Convocation. (ANI)
The Hindu
16-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
JNTUA's 14th Annual Convocation on Saturday
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA) is spruced up for its 14th Annual Convocation on Saturday. The celebrations will be held at the NTR Auditorium on the campus here. Addressing a press conference here on Friday (May 16), JNTUA Vice-Chancellor H. Sudarsana Rao said that the convocation marked a significant academic milestone of the institution, which achieved excellence in education, research, and innovation. Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Chancellor of JNTUA S. Abdul Nazeer, will preside over the convocation and will also confer degrees on the passing out candidates and deliver his presidential address. Minister for Human Resource Development and IT Nara Lokesh, the special guest of honour, will deliver his address on the State's vision for transformative education and digital empowerment. Emeritus Professor and former faculty member of IIT Kanpur M. R. Madhav, will deliver the Convocation Address. Founder and CEO of Laurus Labs Ltd., Hyderabad, Satyanarayana Chava will be awarded a honorary degree of Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) for his contributions to the pharma and public health sectors. As many as 30017 undergraduate degrees, 9564 PG degrees, and 361 Pharm. D degrees and 167 Ph. D.s would be awarded on this occasion.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Emphasis on selfless humanitarian services
Bhimavaram: West Godavari district collector Chadalawada Nagarani called on everyone to come forward to provide selfless humanitarian services in times of disaster. She received the award and the gold medal from Governor of Andhra Pradesh and President of Indian Red Cross Society Andhra Pradesh State Branch S Abdul Nazeer at Raj Bhavan in Vijayawada on Thursday. Collector Nagarani was selected for the Red Cross Award for the year 2024-25 in recognition of her outstanding services during the floods in West Godavari district. Speaking at a programme, the collector said that it is a great honour for her to be selected for the Red Cross Award and receive the award from the Governor, and she thanked everyone for this. 'We all know that the Red Cross helps those in difficult times. The Red Cross follows some important rules to guide it, such as always being kind to everyone, being independent, relying on volunteers who give their time freely, working together as a large team, and being available to help people everywhere,' she said. She expressed her appreciation for the invaluable services of the Red Cross during challenging times. Reflecting on her selection for an award following her efforts during the floods eight months ago, she acknowledged the difficulty of starting her duties just days before the disaster. Determined to understand the situation, she visited remote areas, encountering heartbreaking conditions and urgent needs. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the government, the Red Cross Society, NGOs, and local volunteers, significant improvements were made. She thanked everyone who supported the relief efforts, highlighting the generosity of donors and citizens of West Godavari district who contributed to the flood relief. The large cheque she presented to the Chief Minister symbolizes this solidarity. She emphasized that the award is not just for her but is dedicated to all who helped the flood victims, recognizing their hard work and compassion. She expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for his leadership and thanked the State Branch of the Indian Red Cross Society and the Governor for the honour. She pledged to continue working tirelessly to create a positive impact on the lives of those she serves.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
A.P. Governor presents Red Cross awards to eight Collectors for outstanding services
Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, who is also the president of Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) A.P. State branch, participated in the World Red Cross Day celebrations, and also the International Thalassemia Day programme, at Raj Bhavan here on Thursday. The Governor virtually inaugurated the Red Cross Thalassemia Blood Transfusion Centre in the Srikakulam district Red Cross Blood Centre, from the Durbar Hall in Raj Bhavan. He also unveiled the plaque of the Red Cross Child Care, Women Welfare and Skill Development Centre, established in Kakinada. Addressing the District Collectors and other officers, Mr. Abdul Nazeer congratulated the officers and staff of the Srikakulam district branch, for their initiative to support children and patients who were in need of blood transfusion during treatment. The IRCS A.P. State branch was collecting more than 65,000 blood units every year from 20 blood centres, the Governor said. He directed the State branch officials to expand the blood transfusion services at all the IRCS Blood Centres where component facility was available. Later, the Governor presented Red Cross awards to East Godavari District Collector P. Prasanthi, Krishna Collector D.K. Balaji, Nellore Collector O. Anand, Nandyal Collector G. Raja Kumari, Kakinada Collector Sagili Shan Mohan, Kurnool Collector P. Ranjit Basha, West Godavari Collector C. Naga Rani, and Bapatla District Collector J. Venkata Murali, for their outstanding services and mobilising the maximum contributions towards the cause of Red Cross movement. First Lady Sameera Nazeer, Secretary to Governor M. Hari Jawaharlal, A.P. Red Cross Chairman Y.D. Rama Rao, CEO and General Secretary A.K. Parida, Chairmen of Red Cross district branches, officers and staff of Raj Bhavan were present.
