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News18
21-07-2025
- News18
Punjab Police opens cyber kiosk for malware analysis in Mohali
Chandigarh, Jul 21 (PTI) In a step towards enhancing cybersecurity, Punjab Police on Monday inaugurated a cyber kiosk for malware analysis of mobile devices at the state cybercrime office in Mohali. The self-service kiosk is designed to scan and sanitise Android and iOS mobile devices, as well as USB drives and external storage, from malicious, banned, or unsafe applications and files. Inaugurating the cyber kiosk, Special DSP (cybercrime) V Neeraja said, 'This is a public initiative for the citizens which has been set up at four places — in Mohali and CP (commissioner of police) offices in Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Amritsar. Similar cyber kiosks will be set up in other districts as well." Addressing representatives from public welfare and industry associations, Neeraja emphasised that the kiosk provides a quick, secure and free 24×7 service, with each scan taking just 2-5 minutes. 'There is no risk of data leakage – citizens can safely check their devices for malware and remove threats instantly," she said. The officer also urged people to remain vigilant against cybercrimes and stressed the importance of immediate reporting via the cybercrime helpline – 1930 – or the 'Cyber-Mittar' chatbot on the portal Jashandeep Singh Gill, SP (cybercrime), said the kiosk identifies IMEI details, SIM information and performs quick and deep scans of applications and internal storage. 'Users can uninstall infected apps, delete harmful files, and generate scan reports instantly. The report can be sent to the user's email or stored on a USB device. The system is user-friendly, secure, and operates through a touch screen interface," he said. An official statement said that developed by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in collaboration with Arishti Info Labs, the kiosk brings malware analysis directly to the public domain without the need for advanced technical skills. The cyber kiosk in Mohali has been set up in collaboration with real estate company Omaxe as part of its corporate social responsibility facility, it said. PTI SUN ARI view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 22:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Pattu, the Doberman rescued in Chennai, finds forever home 7,200 km away in Prague
Cruelty follows a pattern, gliding down a groove chiselled with indifference and abuse. Kindness follows one too, traversing a path cobbled with engagement and empathy. An astounding act of kindness usually ends up enhancing the pattern. An incredibly villainous act can add to the pattern too, but seldom to the degree with which kindness can. Doberman Pattu's story splices episodes of cruelty and kindness. The kindness the canine received has been so out of the way — as you would soon find out, 7,200 kilometres out of the way — that the effects of cruelty he suffered have been wiped out, in entirety. An animal lover in Chromepet rescued Pattu, his bones sticking out due to subcutaneous fat dwindling on account of malnourishment. The problem was deeper than meals having been persistently denied: Pattu was paralysed, and lying down helplessly. The rescuer brought Pattu's plight to the attention of Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), and before long, Pattu came under the care of Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD). 'He came to us on November 7, 2024,' says Neeraja Venkateswaran, Head of Operations at BMAD. What followed was intense effort — as Neeraja puts it, 'rigorous physiotherapy' with which 'the team nursed him back to health'. 'He was with us till March 2025; by then, he had started walking normally again. Between March and June, he was at ROA shelter run by Dinesh Baba in Koovathur on East Coast Road for temporary boarding until his departure to Czech Republic,' says Neeraja. Czech Republic it was: all the way to Prague from Chennai, and finding his forever home 7,200 kilometres away — that was the twist in the tail. After Pattu's rehabilitation was complete, BMAD posted about him for adoption. 'We were approached by many families for adoption and this one really stood out.' Pattu had caught the eye of Pavlina Buskova from Czech Republic . 'She has had Doberman dogs all her life, had an admiration for the breed,' explains Neeraja. Pattu was flown from Chennai to Vienna in Austria with a stop at Dubai. From Vienna in Austria to Prague in Czech Republic, the adopters themselves travelled with him on the road. Neeraja says: 'We employed the services of 'Pawfly', a pet relocation service. This is our fifth international adoption with them. The adopters chose to take up the expenses.' Recently, a buoyant Pattu figured in a video Palvina shared with BMAD. Pattu must be just three years old, not a day over that, and he has already witnessed the duality of human nature with its capability for cruelty as well as compassion. Another international adoption Prior to finding Pattu a home abroad, BMAD had driven another adoption of similar proportion. A Labrador in a deplorable condition had been brought to BMAD . Neeraja recounts the events: 'Momo (a name the Labrador was given at BMAD) came to us on October 4, with swollen paws and she was too weak to walk and had severe tick infestation. Chitra, a regular rescuer and feeder, brought the Lab here. Despite coming from a humble background, Priya and her husband Kannan, an auto driver, have helped many rescues around the city.' When she heard about Momo, Dr. Shobana Balakrishnan, a long-time donor of BMAD from the United Kingdom, had no doubt in her mind that this dog had to enrich her hearth. And it does enrich Dr. Shobana's hearth at Ashgrove Gardens in Edinburgh.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Flying away from Chennai to a home 7200 km away in Prague
Cruelty follows a pattern, gliding down a groove chiselled with indifference and abuse. Kindness follows one too, traversing a path cobbled with engagement and empathy. An astounding act of kindness usually ends up enhancing the pattern. An incredibly villainous act can add to the pattern too, but seldom to the degree with which kindness can. Doberman Pattu's story splices episodes of cruelty and kindness. The kindness the canine received has been so out of the way — as you would soon find out, 7200 kilometres out of the way — that the effects of cruelty he suffered have been wiped out, in entirety. An animal lover in Chromepet rescued Pattu, his bones sticking out due to subcutaneous fat dwindling on account of malnourishment. The problem was deeper than meals having been persistently denied: Pattu was paralysed, and lying down helplessly. The rescuer brought Pattu's plight to the attention of Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), and before long, Pattu came under the care of Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD). 'He came to us on November 7, 2024,' says Neeraja Venkateswaran, Head of Operations at BMAD. What followed was intense effort — as Neeraja puts it, 'rigorous physiotherapy' with which 'the team nursed him back to health'. 'He was with us till March 2025 by then he had started walking normally again. Between March and June he was at ROA shelter run by Dinesh Baba in Koovathur on East Coast Road for temporary boarding until his departure to Czech Republic,'says Neeraja. Czech Republic it was: all the way to Prague from Chennai, and finding his forever home 7200 kilometres away — that was the twist in the tail. After Pattu's rehabilitation was complete, BMAD posted about him for adoption. 'We were approached by many families for adoption and this one really stood out. ' Pattu had caught the eye of Pavlina Buskova from Czech Republic . 'She has had Doberman dogs all her life, had an admiration for the breed,' explains Neeraja. Pattu was flown from Chennai to Vienna in Austria with a stop at Dubai. From Vienna in Austria to Prague in Czech Republic the adopters themselves travelled with him on the road. Says Neeraja: 'We employed the services of 'Pawfly', a pet relocation service. This is our fifth international adoption with them. The adopters chose to take up the expenses.' Recently, a buoyant Pattu figured in a video Palvina shared with BMAD. Pattu must be just three years old, not a day over that, and he has already witnessed the duality of human nature with its capability for cruelty as well as compassion. Another international adoption Prior to finding Pattu a home abroad, BMAD had driven another adoption of similar proportion. A labrador in a deplorable condition had been brought to BMAD . Neeraja recounts the events: 'Momo (a name the Labrador was given at BMAD) came to us on October 4, with swollen paws and she was too weak to walk and had severe tick infestation. Chitra, a regular rescuer and feeder, brought the Lab here. Despite coming from a humble background, Priya and her husband Kannan, an auto driver, have helped many rescues around the city.' When she heard about Momo, Dr. Shobana Balakrishnan, a long-time donor of BMAD from the United Kingdom, had no doubt in her mind that this dog had to enrich her hearth. And it does enrich Dr. Shobana's hearth at Ashgrove Gardens in Edinburgh.
India Today
12-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
BITS-Pilani gets $1 million donation from alumni for rural innovation centre
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) has received a donation of one million USD to establish Kakatiya Rural Innovation, Technology and Implementation (KRITI) Centre. The new centre is aimed at inspiring and enabling students and alumni to create meaningful social impact across India, a statement issued in this regard meaning creation or work of significance in Sanskrit, will be a centre made possible by an endowment contribution of $1 million from BITS Pilani alumnus Raju Reddy and his wife Neerja Reddy. Both are accomplished change makers and deeply involved in rural development initiatives, the statement Reddy is a visionary entrepreneur, angel investor, board member, and former Chairperson of BITSAA International. Phanindra Sama, former ceo and founder of redBus and an alumnus, is also helping shape the vision and strategy for the centre. He and Sarika, his wife will also join Raju & Neeraja as founding donors for the centre, it added. KRITI will expand BITS Pilani's engagement in the social impact sphere, building upon the legacy of successful alumni-led initiatives such as Sattva, Nirmaan, Thinkerbell Labs, and Ashoka Changemakers. By harnessing the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of BITS students and alumni, the Centre will develop sustainable and scalable solutions to pressing rural and social challenges.'The establishment of KRITI marks a pivotal moment in BITS Pilani's journey,' stated Prof. Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS reinforces our unwavering commitment not only to academic excellence but also to nurturing socially responsible innovators who can transform the future of rural India. This Centre will serve as a vital launchpad for a new generation of change makers dedicated to building inclusive growth . We are profoundly grateful to Neeraja and Raju Reddy for their visionary support; their commitment is a powerful testament to their belief in the ability of BITS students and alumni to drive meaningful change,' the Vice-Chancellor Centre's core objectives include cultivating value-based leadership for social transformation, supporting the incubation of high-impact ventures, creating robust pathways for engagement with non-profits, social enterprises, grassroots innovators, and fostering empathy, volunteerism, and responsible citizenship. KRITI also aims to cultivate a vibrant community of faculty and alumni who will collaboratively develop and implement technology driven solutions for rural development. Trending Reel
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
BITS Pilani gets $1 million donation from alumni to establish new centre
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) has received a donation of one million USD to establish Kakatiya Rural Innovation, Technology and Implementation (KRITI) Centre. The new centre is aimed at inspiring and enabling students and alumni to create meaningful social impact across India, a statement issued in this regard said. KRITI, meaning creation or work of significance in Sanskrit, will be a centre made possible by an endowment contribution of $1 million from BITS Pilani alumnus Raju Reddy and his wife Neerja Reddy. Both are accomplished change makers and deeply involved in rural development initiatives, the statement added. Raju Reddy is a visionary entrepreneur, angel investor, board member, and former Chairperson of BITSAA International. Phanindra Sama, former ceo and founder of redBus and an alumnus, is also helping shape the vision and strategy for the centre. He and Sarika, his wife will also join Raju & Neeraja as founding donors for the centre, it added. KRITI will expand BITS Pilani's engagement in the social impact sphere, building upon the legacy of successful alumni-led initiatives such as Sattva, Nirmaan, Thinkerbell Labs, and Ashoka Changemakers. By harnessing the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of BITS students and alumni, the Centre will develop sustainable and scalable solutions to pressing rural and social challenges. 'The establishment of KRITI marks a pivotal moment in BITS Pilani's journey,' stated Prof. Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS Pilani. 'It reinforces our unwavering commitment not only to academic excellence but also to nurturing socially responsible innovators who can transform the future of rural India. This Centre will serve as a vital launchpad for a new generation of change makers dedicated to building an inclusive growth . We are profoundly grateful to Neeraja and Raju Reddy for their visionary support; their commitment is a powerful testament to their belief in the ability of BITS students and alumni to drive meaningful change,' the Vice-Chancellor added. The Centre's core objectives include cultivating value-based leadership for social transformation, supporting the incubation of high-impact ventures, creating robust pathways for engagement with non-profits, social enterprises, grassroots innovators, and fostering empathy, volunteerism, and responsible citizenship. KRITI also aims to cultivate a vibrant community of faculty and alumni who will collaboratively develop and implement technology driven solutions for rural development.
