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Business Standard
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Nhance.ai Showcases Vision for Self-Thinking Buildings at San Francisco Leadership Panel
VMPL San Francisco [US], August 13: a global smart building technology provider, unveiled its strategic vision for autonomous, AI-driven buildings at a high-profile leadership panel in San Francisco's technology district. The event brought together Chief Product Officer Krishna Prasad, Chief Executive Officer Deepak Nagraj, and Business Director for the Americas Adam Guli, highlighting how artificial intelligence is set to transform the built environment. The discussion focused on the future of "self-thinking" buildings capable of autonomously monitoring, managing, and enhancing operational performance, occupant comfort, and sustainability. Drawing parallels with autonomous vehicles, the leadership team emphasised that smart buildings can move beyond passive data collection to active, real-time decision-making. According to CEO Deepak Nagraj, the economic benefits for property owners are substantial. "Energy optimisation alone can deliver returns within the first year, while enhancing asset value and market premium in the long term," he said. ( platform integrates digital twins, AI analytics, and sustainability tools to provide measurable ROI and future-proof real estate assets. For occupants, the company's technology focuses on seamless user experience. Krishna Prasad explained that the system can automatically adjust lighting, temperature, and other environmental factors without manual intervention, boosting productivity and comfort. A client case study demonstrated how eliminated daily troubleshooting tasks, saving staff time and improving operational efficiency. Highlighting the advantages for facility managers, Adam Guli noted that predictive intelligence enables proactive maintenance and operational foresight, reducing downtime and extending asset life. The company's modular integration approach also ensures compatibility with legacy systems, enabling gradual, cost-effective smart upgrades. leadership reaffirmed their commitment to driving innovation in the commercial real estate sector, aiming to create adaptive, sustainable, and high-performance buildings that align with the evolving needs of global cities. About is a smart building operating system designed to transform the way commercial real estate assets are operated, experienced, and valued. By combining digital twins, AI-powered analytics, and sustainability tools, empowers property stakeholders to unlock new levels of efficiency, engagement, and asset performance. For more information, visit
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Science
- The Hindu
632 students receive engineering degrees at BVC College graduation day
As many as 632 students from the 2024–25 batch received their engineering degrees during the Graduation and Achievers' Day celebrations at Bonam Venkata Chalamayya Engineering College, Odalarevu, in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district on August 9. In addition, at least 500 alumni from recent batches of BVC Engineering College were felicitated by Prof. M.H.M. Krishna Prasad, Academics Director, JNTU-Kakinada. Ramesh Kanneganti, founder and executive director of Human Security Studies, Hyderabad; BVC Educational Institutions secretary Bonam Kanakayya; chairman Bonam Krishna Satish; and vice-chairperson Bonam Kanaka Durga were present.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Time of India
Two arrested for assaulting police officer
T'puram: Two known criminals assaulted an officer from Fort Police station while attempting to interfere with police duties at Pazhavangadi on Tuesday. The accused—Krishna Prasad (21) and Sharukh Khan (27), both residents of Thiruvallam—were arrested shortly after the incident. Prasad faces criminal cases across multiple police stations, while Khan previously served a one-year sentence under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act. According to police, the duo, reportedly under the influence of drugs, were creating a public disturbance near Horticorp. When officers arrived following local complaints, they found the two assaulting a civilian. While trying to intervene, civil police officer Rahul T sustained serious injuries after being slapped and kicked by the accused. Other officers at the scene managed to subdue the duo and take them into custody. Fort police booked the accused on non-bailable sections of BNS and Kerala Police Act. As per data shared by the district crime records bureau, the number of attacks against cops rose to 37 in 2024 from 12 in 2022. TNN
News18
02-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Cases Of Cyber Fraud In Rural India: MPs Express Concerns Despite Govt Assurances
Last Updated: At a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, MPs urged the government to enhance financial and digital literacy campaigns in smaller towns and villages Amid growing concerns over rising cyber fraud —particularly in rural parts of the country—the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs held a high-level meeting on Wednesday to examine the situation. Officials from key ministries, including Finance, Electronics & IT, Telecommunications, and regulatory agencies like TRAI and CERT-In, briefed the panel on the current landscape and preventive measures in place. The meeting follows a major CBI-led probe that uncovered 8.5 lakh suspicious bank accounts across 743 branches, triggering nationwide raids and the arrest of 10 individuals last week. The incident raised fresh concerns about the scale and reach of cybercrime. However, government officials presenting before the committee maintained that cyber fraud was on the decline. Officials from the Department of Financial Services (DFS), under the Ministry of Finance, claimed that only 9 paisa is lost to fraud in every Rs 10,000 of digital transactions—figures they described as indicative of a low fraud rate. This assessment did not sit well with several MPs, who questioned whether these statistics reflected the ground realities, especially in rural areas. 'Most rural users are digitally and financially illiterate. Meanwhile, in urban areas, even those who are well-educated often fall victim to scams," one MP said. 'We cannot generalise based on a few case studies or averages." Lawmakers cutting across party lines urged the government to enhance financial and digital literacy campaigns in smaller towns and villages. They highlighted the widespread use of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) systems for schemes targeting farmers, women, and low-income households, pointing out that these schemes often reach beneficiaries who lack the digital know-how to detect or report fraud. 'More than 70% of India's population lives in rural India. DBT and Jan Dhan are excellent initiatives, but they need to be supported by proper awareness and redressal mechanisms," National Democratic Alliance (NDA) member Krishna Prasad from the TDP stressed, say sources. Another MP from the opposition added, 'While digital coverage under government schemes is nearly 100%, awareness levels remain dismally low. How do we expect people to protect themselves?" In response, officials said efforts were underway to enhance cybersecurity infrastructure. These included additional firewalls, better grievance redressal systems, and interagency coordination. Some members raised deeper questions about systemic vulnerabilities. 'If all precautions are being taken, how do cases like Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi still happen?" an opposition MP asked, pointing to high-profile financial crimes that have dented public trust. 'Despite the government calling the kind of frauds happening as small, for a rural area, even a few paisa lost is money lost. We have seen such episodes and the ripple effect they can have, even on TV shows and OTT. It is the responsibility of the government to protect the common man's interest and every penny that they are entrusting the bank with," a member is said to have stated during the meeting. The two-day discussion titled 'Cyber Crime—Ramifications, Protection and Prevention" is being chaired by BJP MP Radha Mohan Das Agrawal. Thursday's session will include presentations from the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and National Investigation Agency (NIA), among others. Members are expected to ask questions on various aspects of international fraud in cyberspace and what the government is doing to protect the common man, especially with the risk of this money being used for anti-national activities. First Published: July 03, 2025, 00:51 IST
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UST deploys Juniper's AI-driven networking solution Mist across offices globally
NEW DELHI: Digital transformation solutions provider UST has deployed Juniper Networks ' artificial intelligence (AI)-led networking platform, Mist, across all its offices in the Americas, Asia Pacific (APAC), and the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). By unifying wired access, wireless access, and data center switching under a common Marvis AI engine , UST said it has been able to achieve reduced total cost of ownership (TCO), along with enhanced network performance , connectivity, and reliability for its global workforce. Since deployment, UST has already seen a significant drop in trouble tickets and better network performance across the board. The integration of the Marvis AI engine may also unlock further opportunities for applications such as smart infrastructure and geolocation services for UST's 30,000-plus employees, according to a joint statement released on Wednesday. 'Partnering with Juniper Networks to deploy its Mist AI-Native Networking Platform has been instrumental in not only enhancing our global network infrastructure, but also in enabling seamless connectivity, reliability, and security for our workforce,' said Krishna Prasad, chief information officer, UST. 'With Juniper, UST has not only improved the user experience of its global workforce, but it has also streamlined IT operations and reduced complexity, all while paving the way for future innovation,' said Sajan Paul, area vice president & country manager (India & SAARC), Juniper Networks. 'From the Marvis AI engine and assistant, every layer of Juniper's solution empowers our IT teams to proactively manage and resolve issues, delivering seamless user experience for our employees worldwide,' said Ranjith Ravindran, head of infrastructure, UST.
