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The Hindu
16 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Dravidian University gets government nod for engineering college, courses to begin this year
Dravidian University in Kuppam is spruced up for the launch of its engineering college after the State government on Friday approved its proposal, and paved the way for the university to commence technical courses from the academic session 2025–26. This marks a significant initiative towards expanding higher education options at the tri-State Kuppam junction. The initiative is directly supported by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, the MLA of Kuppam Assembly constituency since 1989. Dravidian University, which remains a traditional university for language studies and subjects of the humanities division, will hereafter make a strong presence in professional technical education. As part of the initiative, the engineering college will offer two undergraduate engineering courses, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), and CSE with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML) in the first phase, with 60 seats available in each stream. This arrangement will benefit local students, who can now save time by avoiding travel to longer distances such as Tirupati, Chennai, or Bengaluru to pursue professional studies. The university authorities thanked the State government and acknowledged the Chief Minister's role in the sanction. 'This long-awaited dream that came true would not only galvanise the institution's academic scenario but also open great avenues for the students of this rural region. It would also enhance the reputation of the university and provide a big scope for students not only from the Kuppam region but from elsewhere in the southern States,' said Mr. Kancharla Srikath, MLC from Kuppam and government chief whip.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Artificial Intelligence will boost agricultural productivity: Rajasthan CM Sharma
Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday emphasised that the state government is committed to transforming Rajasthan into a $350 billion economy through sustained reforms and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across key sectors like agriculture, infrastructure, education, and industry. Addressing a meeting at the Chief Minister's residence which was focused on agricultural reforms, multi-modal logistics development, and employment-oriented training, CM Sharma said the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in agriculture will significantly enhance farm productivity. He added that state-of-the-art skill training will empower the youth, and an investment-friendly ecosystem will transform Rajasthan's industrial landscape. The Chief Minister highlighted that the Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture, announced in the state budget, will play a crucial role in solving sectoral challenges through modern technology. He directed officials to expand skill training in agriculture, ensuring both qualitative growth in farming and employment generation for the youth. Sharma stated that Rajasthan offers vast opportunities for investors, supported by the government's proactive measures like the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, new industry-friendly policies, and the effective implementation of a Single Window Clearance System. In line with it, the Rajasthan Logistics Policy 2025 has been introduced to reduce logistics costs and improve industrial connectivity. He added that the 2025-26 budget includes a provision for developing logistics parks linked to the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), which will elevate Rajasthan's logistics capabilities to a new level. Sharma reiterated his government's commitment to making the youth "future-ready and industry-ready" through world-class skill training. He instructed officials to take all necessary steps to enhance the quality and reach of vocational training. During the meeting, presentations were made on the proposed AI-based Centre of Excellence in Agriculture, Polytechnic Skill Development Centers, and the development of Multi-Modal Logistics Parks. Senior officials and public representatives from relevant departments were present at the event.
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Former USPTO Director and AWS/Google Executive Michelle K. Lee Joins Patlytics as Senior Strategic Advisor
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Patlytics, the AI-powered patent workflow platform, today announced the appointment of Michelle K. Lee as Senior Strategic Advisor. A pioneering and respected leader in both intellectual property and artificial intelligence, Lee brings unmatched experience leading innovation at the highest levels — including her Presidential appointment as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, as well as her executive leadership roles as Vice President of AI/ML at Amazon Web Services and Deputy General Counsel at Google. Lee's appointment underscores Patlytics' priority to lead the next era of patent intelligence, combining generative AI with deep expertise at the intersection of AI, innovation, and IP. 'With the recent advances in AI, the IP field is poised for disruption,' said Michelle K. Lee. 'By applying generative AI to accelerate infringement and invalidity analysis, patent application drafting, and more, Patlytics is transforming how IP professionals work with patents in ways that are practical, impactful, and aligned with their needs.' At the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Lee led one of the world's largest intellectual property agencies, introduced AI and data analytics to improve patent quality and consistency, and served as the principal advisor to the President, through the Secretary of Commerce, on IP policy. Lee later led global AI/ML initiatives at Amazon Web Services and previously spent eight years as a senior legal executive at Google. Lee also served as the Herman Phleger Visiting Professor of Law at Stanford University and began her career as a computer scientist at the MIT Artificial Intelligence Lab and Hewlett-Packard Research Labs. Lee was appointed to serve as Special Advisor to the American Bar Association's Task Force on Law and Artificial Intelligence to study the impact of AI on law practice and the ethical implications for lawyers. Lee is a frequent keynote speaker on AI, innovation, IP, and AI governance. Lee holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT and a J.D. from Stanford. Lee serves on the boards of the MIT Corporation and MassMutual. Lee is also the Founder and CEO of Obsidian Strategies, where she advises companies and board directors on digital transformation through artificial intelligence. 'We are honored to have Michelle join as a Senior Strategic Advisor to Patlytics,' said Paul Lee, CEO and co-founder of Patlytics. 'She's seen this industry from every angle, understands what's possible with AI in IP, and brings invaluable expertise and perspectives. Her involvement reinforces what our customers already know: Patlytics is leading the transformation of patent strategy in the age of AI.' About Patlytics Patlytics unlocks massive productivity gains across the patent lifecycle — from patent prosecution, litigation, and pruning to invention disclosure processes. Patlytics' advanced large language models (LLMs) and generative AI-powered engine custom-built for IP is transforming the discovery, analytics, and reporting of intellectual property. Our platform delivers the global market standard of accuracy, speed, and security — enabling patent professionals to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making and IP protection, and reduce costs. Patlytics is the trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies, leading Am Law 100 law firms, and enterprise innovators across invention sectors, including Foley & Lardner LLP, Google, Koch Disruptive Technologies, Abnormal Security, Richardson Oliver Law Group, and more. For more information, visit
India.com
4 days ago
- Business
- India.com
This company begins sacking employees with..., up to 20% cuts in..., Not Ratan Tata's TCS or Azim Premji's Wipro
Narayana Murthy, Late Ratan Tata and Azim Premji- File image (Left to right) Intel begins layoffs: In a massive setback for Intel employee across the world, the semiconductor manufacturing corporation has reportedly started its first wave of layoffs under the leadership of its new CEO, Lip‑Bu Tan. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice filed with the state of California, Intel plans to lay off 107 employees connected to its headquarters in Santa Clara. Here are all the details you need to know about the recent development and Intel's layoff plan. Intel layoff plan to impact THESE employees Although the roles affected by the layoffs were not officially detailed in the notice, media reports cited by CRN hint that layoff round will likely be a broader restructuring of Intel's chip manufacturing division, impacting 15 to 20 percent of employees. 'As we announced earlier this year, we are taking steps to become a leaner, faster and more efficient company. Removing organisational complexity and empowering our engineers will enable us to better serve the needs of our customers and strengthen our execution', CRN, an Intel spokesperson confirmed the layoffs. Reasons behind Intel's layoff plan We are making these decisions based on careful consideration of what's needed to position our business for the future, and we will treat people with care and respect as we complete this important work,' the statement said. IndiaAI Mission, Intel India tie up to advance AI capabilities and skilling In another significant development, the India AI Mission, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) recently announced a collaboration with Intel India to advance Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and skilling, as per a report by IANS news agency. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between organisations aims to empower youth, professionals, startups, and public sector leaders to harness the potential of AI. It also underscores the shared vision of both organisations to advance AI readiness, enable the AI startup ecosystem, and strengthen AI-led governance in India. (With inputs from agencies)
USA Today
4 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
From buzzword to must-have: Why AI is now an imperative for business leaders
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic buzzword − it's a strategic imperative. For today's C-suite executives, AI offers far more than just automation. It's a tool to unlock growth, spark innovation, and empower smarter decision-making − if deployed wisely. 'Most leaders at the moment are using AI to find productivity boosts, to save costs, to reduce headcount,' said Amy Webb, CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group, a New York consulting firm specializing in strategic foresight. 'But the real opportunity is top-line growth' − identifying the next waves of innovation and creativity, executing those ideas, and planning for the future more effectively. To use AI strategically, leaders must first understand what kind they're dealing with. What's the difference between analytical AI and generative AI? There are two main types, said Tom Davenport, professor of IT and management at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts: analytical AI, which makes predictions based on structured data, and generative AI, which creates content such as text, images or product ideas. For companies in manufacturing or logistics, analytical AI can predict equipment failures or optimize pricing, he said. For those in media, law, or marketing, generative AI can drastically boost content creation. For instance, Colgate-Palmolive uses generative AI to simulate customer reactions to new products, while Kroger's analytic AI predicts nightly inventory needs for every grocery store, said Davenport, co-author of 'All-in On AI: How Smart Companies Win Big with Artificial Intelligence.' Why AI should also be people-powered or The human side of artificial intelligence Despite AI's power, experts argue for always keeping humans in the loop. Viewing AI just as a job killer is short-sighted, said Thomas Malone, Patrick J. McGovern professor of management at the MIT Sloan School of Management and founding director of the MIT Center for Collective Intelligence. He sees it as a collaborator, not a competitor. Executives should be thinking about 'how can I use this technology (along with its generation of) new ideas about new kinds of products and services to create new jobs and make more profit?' said Malone, author of 'Superminds: The Surprising Power of People and Computers Thinking Together.' Davenport calls for an augmentation mindset – deploying AI to empower employees, rather than to replace them. 'Most of these technologies are not powerful enough or accurate enough to use without some human intervention,' he said. Beyond the rewards, what are the risks of AI? Embracing AI brings risks – but they're not the pop-culture notions that robots will take our jobs and murder us in our sleep, said Webb, author of 'The Big Nine: How the Tech Titans and Their Thinking Machines Could Warp Humanity.' One top risk is data decay – the way information can quickly become obsolete, undermining the effectivenes of AI that depends on it, she said. Over-reliance on external partners is another danger. 'I see a lot of organizations, big and small, bringing in armies of consultants,' a short-term win, that sets up a long-term deficiency, Webb said. 'It creates a huge vulnerability, because that company won't have developed any skills (and remains) reliant on these consultants going forward.' A third risk centers on policy and regulatory uncertainty, she said, meaning companies may have to constantly change gears as laws evolve. AI should be rooted in business strategy, not just handed off to IT, experts say. Embedding it throughout a company is more effective than trying to manage it from above, Malone said. Letting lots of employees experiment with AI, while offering support and training, may yield opportunities both big and small, and get more AI knowledge spread throughout a company. 'There's more risk of trying to steer it top down than trying to have a lot more flowers blooming,' he said. With AI's rapid-fire evolution, leaders need to make sure they don't get boxed into just today's capabilities, Webb said. Rather, they should factor AI into strategic foresight – building scenarios for long-term, data-driven planning, rather than a narrow focus on the next few quarters or years. 'Decisions that are made on artificial intelligence today will have a reverberating effect for decades into the future, at a business level, at a societal level,' she said. Leaders need to plunge into AI now without waiting for others to show the way, Davenport said. That means training people, developing good data and figuring out how AI fits into your business. 'Don't think you can be a fast follower in this area,' he said. 'The idea that you can catch up really quickly without having to make some of the early mistakes that your competitors do, is probably not going to be a good idea. It takes too long to get really good at it – so you should start now.' AI is one case where the hype about transformation may be real. 'This technology has the potential to change business at least as much as the internet did, maybe quite a bit more,' Malone said.
