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India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Amarnatha Yatra 2025: Devotees 'neglected' terror attacks, reached in huge numbers, says J-K LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu and Kashmir [India], July 2 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha applauded the Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces for maintaining excellent security after he flagged off the first batch of pilgrims on Wednesday. The 45-day pilgrimage will commence on July 3. He also congratulated the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine for providing excellent facilities. 'Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board has made excellent facilities for the Yatra. Jammu and Kashmir Police and security forces have also maintained tight security. Devotees from all over the country are here. The enthusiasm is very high. The devotees of Bholenath have neglected all the terror attacks and have reached in huge numbers', he told reporters. LG Sinha also added, 'I am hopeful that this year's Yatra would be even better than the previous ones.' Speaking on the arrangements, Sinha said, '...For the pilgrims, the J&K administration, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board and the residents of J&K have performed their duties well. From 2022, the facilities for devotees have been improved. Both routes leading to the cave used to be six feet wide, but are now 12 feet wide. There used to be darkness on the route; now, grid connectivity has been established.' 'Telecom connectivity has become completely prominent throughout the way. High-quality cameras have been installed for the Yatra LIVE feed. Yatra is monitored 24/7 from the Integrated Command and Control Centre in the Raj Bhawan and the Police Control Room... RFID-based tracking system has been established,' he added. Before the flag-off, LG Sinha offered prayers at the Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu. As the pilgrims departed, chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Bam Bam Bhole' filled the air. BJP leader Sat Sharma told ANI, 'Thousands of devotees have come here for Baba Amarnath Darshan. Just two months ago, a different environment was created, but today we can see how the devotees are raising Baba Bhole's slogans. The people have faith that they are in safe hands.' A devotee named Shalu, who is part of the first batch, said she was happy with the arrangements and felt completely safe.'...We are delighted... We waited for it for an entire year. The arrangements are excellent, from food to accommodation. There is nothing to be scared of. The security is perfect,' Shalu told ANI. Another devotee, Akanksha, said, '...We planned to be a part of the first batch. We were not scared because we knew that the security would be adequate... The arrangements are very good; food, accommodation, sanitation, and all facilities are very good...' The Amarnath Yatra is being conducted through the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. The Jammu-Srinagar Highway is a key route for the thousands of pilgrims heading to the shrine. (ANI)
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Devotees 'neglected' terror attacks, reached in huge numbers, says J-K LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu and Kashmir [India], July 2 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha applauded the Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces for maintaining excellent security after he flagged off the first batch of pilgrims on Wednesday. The 45-day pilgrimage will commence on July 3. He also congratulated the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine for providing excellent facilities. 'Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board has made excellent facilities for the Yatra. Jammu and Kashmir Police and security forces have also maintained tight security. Devotees from all over the country are here. The enthusiasm is very high. The devotees of Bholenath have neglected all the terror attacks and have reached in huge numbers', he told reporters. LG Sinha also added, 'I am hopeful that this year's Yatra would be even better than the previous ones.' Speaking on the arrangements, Sinha said, '...For the pilgrims, the J&K administration, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board and the residents of J&K have performed their duties well. From 2022, the facilities for devotees have been improved. Both routes leading to the cave used to be six feet wide, but are now 12 feet wide. There used to be darkness on the route; now, grid connectivity has been established.' 'Telecom connectivity has become completely prominent throughout the way. High-quality cameras have been installed for the Yatra LIVE feed. Yatra is monitored 24/7 from the Integrated Command and Control Centre in the Raj Bhawan and the Police Control Room... RFID-based tracking system has been established,' he added. Before the flag-off, LG Sinha offered prayers at the Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu. As the pilgrims departed, chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Bam Bam Bhole' filled the air. BJP leader Sat Sharma told ANI, 'Thousands of devotees have come here for Baba Amarnath Darshan. Just two months ago, a different environment was created, but today we can see how the devotees are raising Baba Bhole's slogans. The people have faith that they are in safe hands.' A devotee named Shalu, who is part of the first batch, said she was happy with the arrangements and felt completely safe.'...We are delighted... We waited for it for an entire year. The arrangements are excellent, from food to accommodation. There is nothing to be scared of. The security is perfect,' Shalu told ANI. Another devotee, Akanksha, said, '...We planned to be a part of the first batch. We were not scared because we knew that the security would be adequate... The arrangements are very good; food, accommodation, sanitation, and all facilities are very good...' The Amarnath Yatra is being conducted through the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. The Jammu-Srinagar Highway is a key route for the thousands of pilgrims heading to the shrine. (ANI)
Hans India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Pradhan praises use of drones for Rath Yatra
Puri: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday praised Odisha Police's use of drones and other technology for foolproof security arrangements during Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra. Pradhan and Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat accompanied by Odisha Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj and Puri MP Sambit Patra, visited the 'Integrated Command and Control Centre' (ICCC) set up by Odisha Police in Puri to reviewsecurity and surveillance preparedness during the Rath Yatra. 'To maintain order during the Rath Yatra in Puri and to control the crowd, Ivisited the Integrated Command and Control Centre established by Odisha Police. For the first time in the Rath Yatra, this arrangement by Odisha Police, utilising drones and other technology for monitoring, is highly useful and commendable,' Pradhan said in a post on X. Pradhan also said that this is a shining example of how technology can be used to safeguard tradition. The synergy of AI, drone surveillance and real-time command capabilities is commendable, he said. The ministers appreciated the use of technology-driven solutions implemented by Odisha Police and developed by Odisha-baseddefence tech startup IG Drones, a statement issued by the company said. For the first time in the history of Rath Yatra, Odisha Police has deployed advanced drone surveillance technology across key areas of the city—enabling real-time aerial monitoring of crowd movements, traffic flow and potential emergencies. Apart from drones, the police have also installed 275 AI-powered CCTV cameras, a real-time WhatsApp chatbot for public assistance and an Integrated Command and Control Centre for centralised coordination and data-driven decision-making, an official said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Dharmendra Pradhan praises Odisha Police use of drone, AI for Rath Yatra security arrangements
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauded Odisha Police's tech-driven security measures during Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra, including drone surveillance and AI-powered CCTV cameras. He visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre, praising the use of technology to maintain order and control crowds. The initiative, featuring real-time monitoring and a WhatsApp chatbot, marks a significant advancement in safeguarding the tradition. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Puri, Union Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday praised Odisha Police 's use of drones and other technology for foolproof security arrangements during Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra Pradhan and Union Culture and Tourism minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat accompanied by Odisha Higher Education minister Surjyabanshi Suraj and Puri MP Sambit Patra, visited the ' Integrated Command and Control Centre ' (ICCC) set up by Odisha Police in Puri to review security and surveillance preparedness during the Rath Yatra 2025."To maintain order during the Rath Yatra in Puri and to control the crowd, I visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre established by Odisha Police. For the first time in the Rath Yatra, this arrangement by Odisha Police, utilising drones and other technology for monitoring, is highly useful and commendable," Pradhan said in a post on also said that this is a shining example of how technology can be used to safeguard tradition. The synergy of AI, drone surveillance, and real-time command capabilities is commendable, he ministers appreciated the use of technology-driven solutions implemented by Odisha Police and developed by Odisha-based defence tech startup IG Drones, a statement issued by the company the first time in the history of Rath Yatra, Odisha Police has deployed advanced drone surveillance technology across key areas of the city-enabling real-time aerial monitoring of crowd movements, traffic flow, and potential from drones, the police have also installed 275 AI-powered CCTV cameras , a real-time WhatsApp chatbot for public assistance, and an Integrated Command and Control Centre for centralised coordination and data-driven decision-making, an official said.
Techday NZ
26-06-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
AvePoint launches new command centres to boost cloud resilience
AvePoint has announced a set of updates to the AvePoint Confidence Platform, including the introduction of new command centres and expanded security capabilities for agentic AI deployments. The recent enhancements to the platform consist of the launch of the Optimization and ROI Command Center as well as the Resilience Command Center. These additions are designed to provide organisations with centralised oversight to drive cost savings, manage data resilience, and support governance as more enterprises adopt multi-cloud strategies and artificial intelligence technologies. Drive for operational efficiency A key feature of the new command centres is their aim to help organisations manage operational pressures more effectively. The Optimization and ROI Command Center offers a consolidated view intended to uncover cost-saving opportunities throughout the data landscape, including integrated license management, information lifecycle management, and strategies to consolidate and optimise cloud storage. According to the company, research shows that 92% of organisations are planning to implement cost reduction measures by decommissioning unnecessary infrastructure, reviewing vendor agreements, and leveraging automation. The platform's new command centre aims to address these goals directly by providing actionable insights in a single interface. John Hodges, Chief Product Officer at AvePoint, said: "These updates represent our holistic approach to the challenges defining the modern data landscape. Whether organisations are looking to optimise costs, scale AI safely, or govern data across multiple clouds, the AvePoint Confidence Platform provides the unified intelligence and control they need to transform operational pressure into strategic advantage." Data resilience in a multi-cloud world The Resilience Command Center is focused on supporting organisations as they adopt increasingly complex, multi-cloud environments. With 89% of enterprises using multi-cloud strategies to limit vendor lock-in and improve operational resilience, AvePoint's new feature is intended to give comprehensive oversight into data resilience across these diverse setups. This command centre provides monitoring and insights for Microsoft 365 services, including tracking storage consumption, overseeing backups, and making recommendations for cost and protection optimisations. The tool's capabilities are set to expand to cover additional platforms such as Salesforce and Google Workspace in 2025. Enhancing agentic AI security AvePoint has also introduced expanded AI management within its platform, reflecting the increased adoption of agentic AI across enterprise software. According to Gartner, it is predicted that by 2028, agentic AI will be present in 33% of enterprise applications, compared to less than 1% in 2024. This growth anticipates 15% of day-to-day business decisions to be made autonomously. Recognising that every AI agent deployment becomes a new endpoint requiring oversight, the platform updates include enhanced governance tools for Microsoft Copilot agents, scalable security deployment across AI rollouts, expanded prompt monitoring, and detailed recommendations for reporting and management. Hodges remarked that the platform's aim is to unite risk and resilience management, cost optimisation, and governance of artificial intelligence in a single ecosystem. This, the company states, enables organisations to maintain control over increasingly complex data operations. Strategic direction for the Confidence Platform The new features are part of AvePoint's intention to provide centralised control and intelligence across data, cloud environments, and AI agents. According to AvePoint, its Confidence Platform is used by more than 25,000 customers globally within Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce collaboration environments, supported by a worldwide network of managed service providers, resellers, and integrators. The company's expansion of its command centres and AI capabilities is positioned in response to changing data management challenges, driven by the growth of multi-cloud usage and the rapid emergence of agentic AI within enterprise IT environments.
