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Time of India
an hour ago
- Business
- Time of India
New VC aims to make GIPE ‘go-to place' for economics education
Pune: Umakant Dash, the new vice-chancellor of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE), said his focus would be on quality, transparency and inclusive governance, after taking charge on Tuesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Dash said he would remain sensitive to both legacy and current challenges, and aim to balance tradition with necessary reforms, prioritising the interests of the institute and its stakeholders. While holistic development of GIPE students would be his objective, he said placements were a key concern, especially for postgraduate PG) students. "For undergraduates, the focus is on preparing them for higher studies and ensuring the institute's brand value helps them. For the PG students, the plan is to engage with employers and analyse systems to improve their market acceptance," he said. Acknowledging the recent controversies surrounding the institute, Dash said for him, the institute's interests were of priority. Going forward, he would focus on consultation, consensus-building and inclusiveness among all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, employers and society. "I plan to look into introspecting and learning from the institute's alumni and historical case studies. We also need to critically analyse international models before adopting them to suit Indian contexts. The quality of students and value in education are very important to me. The quality of teaching as well as the quality of life of students on the campus and various facilities are equally important," said Dash, expressing hope to make the institute a "go-to place" for economics education in India. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He said he would draw from his experience at IIT Madras and other institutes, and stressed on the need to make processes smooth and transparent. "It is important to have inclusiveness in decision-making so that there is a collective sense of responsibility. Tomorrow (Wednesday) I plan to meet with students, faculty, staff and committees to understand issues of each stakeholder," said Dash, whose tenure would be five years. Dash has nearly two decades of experience in academia and research with institutes of national and international repute. Before joining IRMA, he was professor and head of the department of humanities and social sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and adjunct professor at the Indian Institute of Management, Tiruchirappalli. GIPE has been without a full-time VC since last year, when questions were raised about the appointment of then VC, Ajit Ranade, culminating in then chancellor Bibek Debroy's resignation. Ranade also resigned, citing personal reasons. Shankar Das from TISS then took over as the interim VC, but controversies didn't leave GIPE. Earlier this year, the Servants of India Society (SIS), the parent body of GIPE, raised questions over alleged irregularities in appointments within GIPE by Das, which then led to SIS removing the chancellor, Sanjeev Sanyal, from his post and then reinstating him. This was followed by both parties — SIS and GIPE — trading allegations against each other. GIPE registered a case in April against SIS for misuse of its funds, resulting in the arrest of the SIS secretary, now out on bail. In June, GIPE wrote to the charity commissioner seeking suspension of SIS and appointment of an administrator.
Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Dash Bio Secures $11M to Accelerate a New Era in Bioanalysis
Dash's Fully Automated Bioanalysis Platform Is Reshaping Drug Development with Speed, Precision, and Scale NEWTON, Mass., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dash Bio, a preclinical and clinical bioanalysis company reinventing the speed and scalability of drug development, today announced it has raised an additional $11 million in funding, bringing its total raised to $17.5 million. The new financing was led by The Aligned Fund, with participation from Freestyle Capital, Cybernetix Ventures, Swift Ventures, LifeX Ventures, Drive Capital, and others. Dash Bio's mission is bold but urgent: to rebuild drug development for a modern biotech era. While drug discovery has seen massive innovation through AI, mRNA, and CRISPR, drug development — the 7–12 year, multi-billion-dollar black hole between discovery and approval — remains stuck in a slow, expensive, and highly manual past. Over 70% of development work is outsourced to CROs whose labor-intensive service models are misaligned with the industry's need for speed. Dash Bio is tackling this bottleneck head-on. The company has built the first highly automated, GLP-compliant bioanalysis lab purpose-built to eliminate the friction of traditional CROs. Dash delivers assays like ELISA, LC-MS, and qPCR at speeds up to 10x faster than current providers — helping drug developers move from idea to IND to approval faster than ever before. 'We founded Dash because the broken state of development is one of the biggest threats to progress in biotech,' said Dave Johnson, co-founder and CEO of Dash Bio and former Chief Data & AI Officer at Moderna. 'Our platform was designed the right way from day one: real automation, real integration, and real science. This funding is a strong signal that the industry is ready to embrace a new standard — one where bioanalysis is a catalyst, not a constraint.' The company's approach is resonating. Since its initial raise, Dash has added top-tier biopharma companies as customers and assembled a powerhouse team including former colleagues from Moderna, Science Exchange, Rootpath, and other trailblazers. With deep expertise in bioanalysis, software engineering, and lab automation, the team is uniquely positioned to bring industrial-grade efficiency to drug development. 'Dash Bio isn't just faster — it's foundational,' said Ariel Winton-Jones, Partner at The Aligned Fund. 'Their team has built the kind of tech-forward infrastructure that biotech has needed for years. We believe Dash is creating the modern stack for bioanalysis and beyond.' With this funding, Dash Bio will continue scaling its automated platform, expanding its assay menu, investing in its proprietary sample and assay management software, and onboarding new customers from preclinical through late-stage clinical development. About Dash BioDash Bio accelerates clinical development by delivering high-quality, technology-driven bioanalysis at unprecedented speed. Its fully automated, GLP-compliant lab platform combines robotics, AI, and integrated software to deliver faster results and better data — helping biopharma teams get therapies to patients faster. Learn more at
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
7 Shadow Labyrinth tips to help you get started
(Image via Bandai Namco Entertainment) To dive into Shadow Labyrinth Metroidvania's challenging world can be quite overwhelming. With the game offering a blend of exploration, combat and upgrade systems, it leads players to intense and deeper exploration. Success here remains hinged on smarter strategies, right from its outset. Whether one remains new within the genre or is a seasoned player, here are the 7 foundational tips that will help sharpen skills and prevent any early frustrations. Knowing them all, get ready to navigate smartly through the game's offered treacherous paths. Shadow Labyrinth tips to get a head start In order to defeat Shadow Labyrinth enemies and to make the most of the abilities within the game, here are the top 7 aspects that one must keep in mind. Master it to enjoy smoother Shadow Labyrinth gameplay. Make sure to save religiously. Always use the Miku-Sol save points before you quit. To lose progress can be a harsh penalty within the game. Scour up every corner. The vital crystals and some power-ups remain hidden off the game's main path. Remember, Shadow Labyrinth exploration here is just non-negotiable. Shadow Labyrinth - Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 (FULL GAME 2025) Activate the Gaia wiser. The powerful mech form, which gets unlocked after the second boss, can be a lifesaver in cases of tougher fights and ambushes. Make sure to watch its icon. Devour for essential supplies. Make sure to eat all stunned foes. It would fuel Gaia form and would also help gather some essential upgrade materials, which would be fruitful later. Learn the enemy's moves. HP recovery can be quite tough. So, study attack patterns. It is the key to survival, especially early in the game. Do master Dash. It grants brief and crucial invincibility. Make sure to perfect its timing to avoid some devastating AoE attacks. Replay the Shadow Labyrinth minibosses . Farm up materials, ensuring that yellow skull icons are revisited on the map for re-fighting all defeated minibosses. Understand the Shadow Labyrinth challenge for better gameplay SHADOW LABYRINTH – Summer Showcase Gameplay Demo Shadow Labyrinth throws players into a vast and interconnected world that's been highly inspired by the Pac-Man lore. But it's twisted into a Metroidvania experience that's quite demanding. So, right from the story's start, one can expect some brutal combat intertwined with the deeper crafting and upgraded systems. The progression here is gated by the acquisition of newer abilities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo It pushes players to constantly explore and adapt. To navigate Shadow Labyrinth's perilous zones requires better observation and patience, too. The game here features some distinct save points for full and better functionality. It comes with simpler checkpoints that can only restore health. It makes resource management quite critical in-game. While it all seems to be challenging, mastering the mechanics and using the above-mentioned Shadow Labyrinth guide full of tips, would ensure a rewarding journey through the intricate and dark corridors. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
16-07-2025
- USA Today
You deserve a treat: Get Dash's viral ice cream maker for $22 at Amazon 🍦
Perfect for whipping up ice cream desserts, sorbets and frozen yogurt—all in a matter of just minutes! It's that time of the summer when my diet unironically revolves around ice cream. The more the temperatures heat up, the more I find myself reaching for an icy, decadent treat in the evenings that will not only satiate my sweet tooth, but also keep me feeling cool—when the weather is anything but. Evidently, I'm not alone; the Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker has become a fixture on my TikTok feed, with users calling it a "summertime essential" and raving about the mini ice cream machine's small but mighty design. Unlike other popular ice cream makers, this Dash appliance boasts a single-serve design that's great for anyone in single-person households (hi) or just those who crave ice cream in more controlled portions. The clever kitchen gadget has been this summer's hot-ticket item, and for a limited time, it's not only restocked at Amazon—but also on sale. See what makes this Dash ice cream maker so unique below, and take advantage of this Amazon deal while you still can: Shop Amazon's best ice cream maker deals Amazon deal: Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker on sale This Dash ice cream maker is dangerously easy to use—so much so, you can whip up ice creams, sorbets and other frozen yogurt creations in a matter of just minutes. To start, freeze the ice cream maker's base for 24 hours. Once that's been properly chilled, you can add ingredients of your choosing and then press the device's "on" button. In as little as 20 minutes, your ice cream treat will be perfectly combined and ready to eat. The Dash gadget is equipped with a built-in ingredient chute that makes it easy to personalize what's included in the formula and create a unique dessert every time. MORE: 12 clever kitchen gadgets on sale at Amazon: Juicers, choppers, food storage Both are very different models, so it's hard to compare the two. The Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker is specifically designed to be a single-serve option; it's easy to clean, easy to store in small spaces and a great option for those who want ice cream in smaller portions. It also whips up ice cream concoctions at a faster rate than the Ninja Creami, with users citing that the desserts can be ready in about 20 minutes without freezer burn. Alternatively, the Ninja Creami is a much larger and more advanced option that, naturally, makes a lot more ice cream. It's undoubtedly the better investment for larger households or those who want to make their ice cream in bulk batches.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Wild dog pair spotted in Debrigarh
1 2 Bhubaneswar: In a rare development that brings cheer to Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary, a pair of wild dogs was sighted after two years of a lone male wild dog being captured for the first time. Debrigarh authorities said the sighting raises hope for breeding. The endangered wild dog, also known as the Indian dhole, and they don't bark but whistle. They are also known as the whistlers of the wood. "After more than a decade, a wild dog reappeared in Debrigarh during the winter of 2023. But its number remained one continuously until a pair—one male and one female—was recorded on Monday. Initially, the lone dog stayed confined to the core, but it started roaming in the tourism zone of the sanctuary, making itself visible to a number of tourists during safaris," said Anshu Pragyan Das, divisional forest officer, Hirakud wildlife division. Wildlife officials said Debrigarh records a healthy population of prey base for wild dogs, with an increasing number of fawns and calves in sambar, chital, and wild boar herds this year, besides plenty of small mammals and other animals in its forest. "Competition to grab food sources is equally high, as the sanctuary records a good population of leopards, more than 80, and also a healthy population of hyenas. In 2023, for the first time, one wolf was recorded in the sanctuary, and till now, the single wolf is seen moving in the core area," Dash added. Officials said the wild dog is a Schedule-1 species, endangered with a global population averaging 5,000. They are mostly seen in secured, protected areas, never outside forests or in disturbed and fragmented habitats. Wild dogs are carnivores, and tigers and leopards are their competitors as far as prey hunting is concerned. "Because of habitat fragmentation, their number is decreasing in the wild. Inbreeding or repeated breeding is also one of the reasons for their dwindling number," wildlife officials said. Officials said there could be more wild dogs in the sanctuary and along the periphery areas. They move in packs to hunt prey animals, the ones the tigers and leopards choose for their food. "Focused grassland (meadow) management has helped attract herbivores towards the sanctuary. So, instead of them moving along the boundaries and along peripheries (fringes) for grass, now they move inside the sanctuary. This ultimately results in an ever-increasing carnivore population," a wildlife officer said.
