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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
Role of Computational Fluid Dynamics in making of missile systems highlighted in Andhra
VIJAYAWADA: The first International Conference on Computational Science and Mathematical Modelling (ICSMM) was organised by the Department of Mathematics at VIT-AP University in collaboration with the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, on Friday. Addressing participants of the two-day event, the Director of Computational & Fluid Dynamics at the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL)-Hyderabad, P K Sinha, highlighted the role of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the design and development of state-of-the-art missile systems and technologies required for the deterrence and defence of the country. He explained that CFDs enable engineers to analyse and optimise aerodynamic performance, structural integrity and overall system effectiveness through advanced high performance computer simulations. Academic leader of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Prof. Fortune Massamba, joined the event virtually as the guest of honour. VIT-AP Vice-Chancellor Prof. SV Kota Reddy emphasised the contribution of mathematical modelling and CFDs in numerous real-life applications and utilities. He also presented VIT-AP's efforts to promote industrypartnership and plans on academic and research fronts to contribute to the national missions on Quantum Technologies and Green Hydrogen in line with the Vision 2047.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
VIT-AP organises meet on computational science
Amaravati: Firstinternational conference on Computational Science and Mathematical Modelling has been organised by the Department of Mathematics at VIT-AP University in collaboration with the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. PK Sinha, Director of Computational & Fluid Dynamics at the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad who was the chief guest, highlighted the critical role of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the design and development of state-of-the-art missile systems and technologies required for the deterrence and defence of the country. He explained that CFDs enable engineers to analyse and optimise aerodynamic performance, structural integrity and overall system effectiveness through advanced high performance computer simulations. The insights into aerodynamic parameters such as lift, drag, stability and the response of the missile control surfaces are essential for trajectory accuracy and target precision. Additionally, CFD is instrumental in evaluating thermal loads and structural stresses, thereby informing design refinements that improve performance and safety. Academic leader of University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Prof Fortune Massamba, joined the event virtually as guest of honour. Vice-Chancellor of VIT-AP Prof SV Kota Reddy emphasised the contribution of mathematical modelling and CFDs in numerous real-life applications and utilities. He also presented VIT-AP's dedicated efforts for promoting industry partnership and plans on academic and research fronts to contribute to the national missions on Quantum Technologies and Green Hydrogen in line with AP Government's Swarnandhra vision 2047. Dean of School of Advanced Sciences Prof S Srinivas extended a warm welcome to all attendees of the conference, setting a gracious tone for the event and wished for vibrant knowledge sharing sessions and new collaborations until 19 July 2025. Conference convener, Dr Prashanth Maroju elaborated on the vision and objectives of ICSMM-2025. Dr Sukanta Nayak proposed a vote of thanks for the inaugural ceremony.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Punjab govt suspends VB chief director, two other officers for ‘grave misconduct, dereliction of duty'
Chandigarh: A month after his appointment, the Punjab govt on Friday suspended Vigilance Bureau (VB) chief director cum additional director general of police (ADGP) S P S Parmar for "grave misconduct and dereliction of duty." The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led govt gave Punjab Police intelligence wing chief ADGP P K Sinha, who is also the ADGP NRI, additional charge of VB chief director. In separate suspension orders, the Punjab home department also suspended VB assistant inspector general (flying squad) Swarandeep Singh and Jalandhar VB senior superintendent of police Harpreet Singh Mander on similar grounds of "grave misconduct and dereliction of duty." The All India Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules were mentioned for IPS officer Parmar, while the Punjab Civil Services (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 1970 were cited for the Punjab Police Service (PPS) officers Swarandeep and Mander. A govt functionary said the action against the trio was taken following "inaction" in arresting at least two officers of the transport department who were among those booked on corruption charges by the VB. This followed a state-wide crackdown where surprise inspections were conducted at Regional Transport Authority (RTA) offices and driving test centres across the state. The crackdown led to the arrest of 24 individuals allegedly involved in bribery and malpractice. A total of 16 FIRs were registered, and Rs 40,900 was confiscated from middlemen who were allegedly extorting money from citizens seeking driving licences, driving tests, and other services. A senior Punjab govt functionary said, "The inaction obviously points to corruption. I cannot comment more at this stage." The suspension of the VB chief director and two other officers of the wing comes close on the heels of the VB Jalandhar obtaining the arrest warrant of Ravinder Kumar Bansal, a Punjab Civil Service Officer serving as Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Nawanshahr, in an FIR registered against him following the VB crackdown, and of Mohali RTO Pardeep Singh Dhillon. On April 24, Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Mohali directed the arrest of Dhillon and his production before the court on May 2. On April 23, the court of CJM Nawanshahr directed the arrest of Bansal and the return of the warrant on or before May 1 with an endorsement certifying the day and how it was executed, or reasons why it was not executed. Concerned govt officials did not respond to calls and texts for their version. Parmar was appointed as VB chief director on March 26, replacing G Nageswara Rao, who in turn replaced Varinder Kumar as Vigilance Bureau chief on Feb 17. With P K Sinha being given additional charge of the VB chief director, he would be the fourth officer to head the VB this year.
