India witnessing innovation in every sphere of life, events like Tech Invent give wings to student ideas, says MP & Chandigarh University Chancellor Satnam Singh Sandhu

CHANDIGARH, India, Oct. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Chandigarh University’s annual tech fest, Tech Invent 2024, was inaugurated by the Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on Friday, bringing together young minds from all over the country to create, innovate and foster innovation across diverse domains at one of India’s biggest tech event.

The dignitaries present at the grand inaugural ceremony of the event included Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chandigarh University Chancellor Satnam Singh Sandhu.

With nearly 20,000 registrations from over 1500 top-ranked universities and educational institutions like IITs, NITs, IIITs and IIMs across the country, the two-day national level spectacular extravaganza at Chandigarh University campus is witnessing an impressive turnout of students from diversify fields of Engineering, Management, Mass Communication, Hotel Management, Fine Arts, Law, Science and Technology, Fashion designing, Industrial Design, and Architecture from all over India.

The Tech Invent 2024, the annual tech fest of Chandigarh University which is ranked among India’s s top 20 universities in the NIRF Rankings 2024, includes over 55 engaging competitions besides workshops, exhibitions and expert talks in diverse fields.

Prizes worth Rs 10 lakh will be given by Chandigarh University, India’s premier university globally recognized for academic excellence, to the winners of various technical events on the concluding day of the tech Fest which has progressed to become one of the most popular platform for youth talent hunt in India since its inception in 2014.

The opening day of the Tech Invent included a cultural extravaganza with star-studded performances by singer-actress Shirley Setia, Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma and Bollywood actor and film producer Arbaaz Khan. The tech fest will conclude with DJ night, ‘Sunburn Campus’ on Saturday.

In his address, the chief guest Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said Tech-Invent is one of the largest national level technical festivals organised by any Indian University.

“Tech events like this organised by Chandigarh University will play an important role in your and the country’s bright future. Such tech fest help to promote interaction and collaboration and provide valuable insights on emerging trends in various fields,” he said.

The Haryana Governor said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is leaving no stone unturned to take maximum advantage of technological advancement and upgradation in every important sector.

“From health to education, defense to agriculture, concrete efforts are being made for technological intervention. These are not only creating more employment, increasing trade, but also helping people to make their lives easier. Technological development should be in line with human needs, which is happening very well in our country today. Today, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we are continuously moving ahead in the use of Artificial Learning, Automation, Intelligence, Machine Robotic Edge Process Computing, Quantum Computing, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, Block chain, Internet of Things, 5G, Cyber Security etc. 5. India has the third largest startup ecosystem in the world with more than 100 Unicorns. India is poised to match global standards in Quantum, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. In some ways, it is even ahead of others,” the Haryana Governor said urging students to become job creators than just being the job seekers.

On the occasion, Rajya Sabha Member and Chandigarh University Chancellor, Satnam Singh Sandhu said, “Education has three major components that includes curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. These all are equally important, but I believe that co-curricular activities play most important role in shaping student’s future; it complements the education as it goes on to state that students work on hands-on projects and take on real-world challenges in these competitions. The outcome that co-curricular activities can bring, perhaps classrooms learning cannot bring produce; unlike fundamentals and theories, students come face-to-face with real-time projects, challenges at such events.”

On the occasion, Sandhu announced Chandigarh University will further strengthen the co-curricular domain and introduce an independent department to design co-curricular programs.

The Rajya Sabha Member said at present India is witnessing innovation in every sphere of life. “And I am quite confident that as an outcome of this fest, we will give a minimum of 10 start-ups to the country which would further endow employment opportunities for thousands of others. CU will be funding these projects. At CU your ideas mean a lot to us, and we won’t be restricting them to just certificates, but we will give them concrete shape to bring out the best out of them. Today, world’s top universities and MNCs are collaborating with Chandigarh University. World’s top 5 brands are hiring students of CU today,” Sandhu said.

“We are privileged that for a third consecutive time, people of the nation reposed faith in the strong and visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi. Our PM has not only shown us dreams but he led from the front and demonstrated how those reams can be turned into reality. PM Modi, right after assuming the helm of affairs for the 3rd consecutive term, announced to provide internships to 2 crore youth of the country. He has decided to dedicate this tenure to the youth of the country as future of the country depends on them. The government is working on something big for students who face financial hurdles to get education. We want to take the country forward and make it a developed nation by 2047 when we complete 100 years of independence. We have become 5th largest economy in the world in a span of just 10 years under Modi government and rapidly moving forward to become 3rd largest economy in the world,” he added.

Besides events like Circuit Scramble, CodeForge2024, Ideathon Insomnia (Overnight Coding Tech Hunt), Robo Race, Zinnovatio (a hackathon) and GameWave: IGDC Game Jam (a completion for to creating innovative games), Mapathon (a collaborative map-making competition), “E-Combat” (an epic gaming competition which brought together the best players from around the globe) and Game Challenge, the Tech Invent includes Maths Carnival (Treasure Hunt), Venture Voice, GenAI Hackathon, Spark Tank: The Ultimate Startup/ Business Idea Pitch Competition, Zerodha Wealth Craft Challenge.

Besides this, the tech fest will include Shelter Genius 2.0, Design Marathon, Edu Quest, Social Design and Innovation Competition, Reel Making Contest, Youth Parliament and Fashion Show with the theme ‘fashion beyond boundaries’.

On the opening day of Tech Invent, among other events, Robo War caught the fancy of students. As many as 12 teams (4 to 10 members each team) from all over the country including NCR region, Uttar Pradesh, South Indian states participated in the Robo War event. Robots, designed by students in different sizes and shapes were seen fighting it out in the Robo war arena. The prize money of this event was Rs 2.20 lakh. The weight limit for the robots representing each team was kept at 30 kg.

Another interesting event after Robo War was Robo Race-Line Follower. In this event, as many as 13 teams (4 to 6 members in each team) from different universities in the country showcased their robot designing skills. Students of Mechatronics, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Desing participated in this event.

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address:  https://www.cuchd.in/

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AI takes centre stage, setting new benchmarks for innovation and global collaboration

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GITEX GLOBAL 2024 concluded on Friday, underscoring AI’s pivotal role as a transformative tool that will continue to reshape industries and drive business and economic growth globally.

For the final time this week, 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, and 1,200 investors, alongside governments from more than 180 countries—marking the highest-ever international participation—gathered in Dubai, along with 200,000 visitors, solidifying the city’s reputation as a premier global hub.

The unparalleled event brought together the most influential names in technology from every corner of the globe, further cementing its position as the world’s largest and most impactful tech gathering.

This 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL, held under the theme of ‘Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy’, not only set new benchmarks for innovation and business opportunities but also reinforced the event’s critical role in shaping a technology landscape increasingly defined by AI adoption.

Over the five days, numerous Memorandum of Understanding agreements were announced, with these strategic deals set to accelerate the growth of the global AI market, projected to reach USD $1,339.1 billion by 2030, according to Markets and Markets.

With the inclusion of over 40% new nations – including South Africa, Puerto Rico, Vietnam, alongside Europe’s largest-ever presence – GITEX GLOBAL has paved the way to forge new cross-regional partnerships between leading and emerging tech nations that will accelerate the growth of the AI ecosystem even further.

Each day of the mega event focused on different themes – investment, cybersecurity, data centres, futuristic tech, and AI, reflecting the central pillars of the digital economy.

With the UAE welcoming the global ecosystem, GITEX GLOBAL has enhanced its position of being at the forefront of redefining the world’s digital landscape with many organisations praising the impact of the event and its focus on key trends.

Key Industry Impact and Strategic Outcomes at GITEX GLOBAL 2024

This week, top global players such as Oracle, Dell Technologies, and Microsoft, amongst several others, made significant strides in showcasing their latest innovations in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, edge computing, and other technologies. The event catalysed these industry giants to forge new partnerships, drive technological advancements, and contribute to the future of the global digital economy.

Nick Redshaw, Senior Vice President of Tech Cloud, Middle East and Africa, and UAE Country Leader at Oracle, highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s AI vision and how GITEX GLOBAL 2024 was pivotal for Oracle’s AI and cloud innovations. He said: “At GITEX, we celebrated 35 years of supporting the UAE’s growth ambitions with state-of-the-art local cloud infrastructure, latest cloud technologies, developing top talent, and expanding our local presence. Industry-leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) and multi cloud innovation that is geared to solve complex business challenges in every industry, and help accelerate the UAE and wider Middle East’s AI economy was Oracle’s key focus at GITEX GLOBAL 2024.”

At the event, Oracle announced significant collaborations, with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment to accelerate Dubai‘s housing strategy using Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and with Mashreq Bank to support its global expansion. These partnerships highlight how GITEX GLOBAL serves as a premier platform for unveiling strategic innovations and driving digital transformation across the region.

Dell Technologies was another tech giant to have a presence and reap the benefits of participating at GITEX GLOBAL. Mohammed Amin, Senior Vice President, CEEMETA, Dell Technologies, said: “Over the last four decades, GITEX GLOBAL has been a catalyst for advancing technological innovation across the Middle East region. Dell Technologies has been a part of this growth for more than 30 years and being at GITEX allows us to connect with regional decision-makers and support them in navigating today’s rapidly changing business environment.

“This week, we had many encouraging discussions around the Dell AI Factory offerings. Our conversations with our regional customers revealed a strong commitment to AI. They have a clear vision and a solid strategy and are actively implementing innovative AI solutions to drive their business forward. At Dell, we are at the epicenter of our customers’ AI innovations and take pride in helping them become future forward in their AI journeys.”

Meanwhile, Microsoft capitalised on GITEX GLOBAL to highlight its impactful initiatives to enhance the global digital economy. Naim Yazbeck, General Manager of Microsoft UAE, stated: “We are proud to have shared the results of our latest Cloud Dividend Snapshot report for the UAE, which underscores the critical role our globally trusted cloud ecosystem plays in driving economic growth and job creation across the nation. Additionally, our announcement of the AI National Skilling Initiative, launched at the show in partnership with key government departments, demonstrates our commitment to empowering individuals and organizations with the skills needed to thrive in the new AI era. I’m confident we will continue to witness strong business impact from GITEX Global for months to come.”

Catalysing Change Through Strategic Dialogues on Global Digital Transformation

This edition of GITEX GLOBAL served as a strategic platform to address pressing challenges and opportunities of AI, focusing on its application across critical sectors that shape the global digital future.

The event featured the first-ever World Future Economy Digital Leaders Summit and the debut of GITEX Editions, spotlighting innovation, connecting top global unicorns, and fostering dialogue on AI regulation, economic strategies, and digital finance.

Cybersecurity emerged as a key topic, emphasising the need to secure digital infrastructure amid evolving cyber threats. Future mobility took centre stage, showcasing next-generation innovations like autonomous vehicles, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and AI advancements in the auto-tech industry.

AI’s role in the development of hyperscale, modular, and edge data centers was a significant focus, reflecting the burgeoning demand for scalable solutions and the region’s rise as a hub for AI-powered data infrastructure. GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 also gathered industry leaders to explore how AI is revolutionizing patient care and reshaping the future of healthcare, highlighting the technology’s transformative potential in delivering improved outcomes.

Other discussions revolved around 5G and intelligent connectivity, EdTech, digital cities, and energy transitions. Together, these conferences showcased critical dialogues shaping the future of digital transformation on a global scale, featuring insights from industry visionaries – such as Jong-Soo Choi, CTO of Samsung Medical Centre in South Korea, Stéphane Ouaki Head of Department at the European Innovation Council (EIC), Dr. Mark Sagar, Co-Founder of Soul Machines from New Zealand, Heman Bekele, TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year, Valentyn S. Volkov, PhD, co-founder of XPANCEO, and renowned cybersecurity figure, Dr. Diane  Janosek, who served legal, policy & executive roles at the National Security Agency, White House & the Pentagon. Additionally, GITEX GLOBAL brought together ethical hacker, Inti De Ceukelaire, and Brett Johnson.

What’s Next?

GITEX GLOBAL is seamlessly connecting the world’s largest network of tech events. with upcoming GITEX AFRICA Morocco from 14-16 April and GITEX ASIA Singapore on 23-25 April. Following these, GITEX EUROPE Berlin will take place from 21-23 May 2025, leading to the debut of GITEX NIGERIA in September 2025, all part of its expanding portfolio. Each of these events will foster collaboration and drive innovation, shaping the tech landscape of tomorrow.

Looking ahead, GITEX GLOBAL is set to take place from 13-17 October 2025, promising another year of heightened innovation and cross-collaboration within the tech industry. In 2026, GITEX GLOBAL will relocate to Expo City Dubai, further expanding its reach and impact.

More information on GITEX GLOBAL, please visit www.gitex.com

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About GITEX GLOBAL

GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest tech event, is returning for its 44th edition at Dubai World Trade Centre from 14-18 October 2024. The 2024 edition will feature 6,500 exhibitors, and welcome 200,000 tech executives from 180 countries, converging the best minds, future-focused government leaders, and the most visionary enterprises and start-ups to scrutinise, challenge, define, and empower the digital agendas of the world. Independently rated globally as the world’s best tech show, GITEX GLOBAL’s continued expansion is amplified by the launch of GITEX EUROPE Berlin, GITEX ASIA Singapore, and GITEX NIGERIA in 2025, as well as the growth of GITEX AFRICA Morocco leading up to its third record-breaking edition. More information: www.gitex.com

About Dubai World Trade Centre

A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector leading mega events. As a designated free zone, complemented by award-winning commercial real estate, DWTC plays an integral role in Dubai and the region’s growth story. Since its inauguration, DWTC has hosted over 6,000 events, with an estimated economic output of AED 248 billion, attracting over 38 million business visitors to Dubai.

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A plethora of transformative urban mobility innovations were showcased at GITEX GLOBAL 2024, with a spotlight on autonomous vehicles, eVTOLs, robotic solutions, and next-gen charging systems

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Future mobility was a major topic of discussion, at GITEX GLOBAL 2024, the world’s largest tech and startup event, as global tech leaders and government entities displayed pioneering innovations that sparked optimism for the next frontier of urban mobility.

With 75% of automakers planning to boost AI investments in 2024 and the automation industry shifting from traditional original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to AI-enabled electronics, tens of thousands of visitors, speakers, and exhibitors gathered to explore evolving strategies for the global auto-tech industry, while addressing the challenges of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircrafts and urban air mobility (UAM) ecosystems.

In line with the theme “Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy,” GITEX GLOBAL transformed into a futuristic mobility hub, where global innovators unveiled groundbreaking solutions that offered a glimpse into the future of travel and mobility services, showcasing how these advancements will reshape the way we move.

RTA Introduces Next-Gen Payment Systems Set to Transform User Experiences 

Among the standout showcases, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in line with its broader goal of creating a connected and efficient city, unveiled various initiatives, including a novel technology for its “nol card” services.

Blending applied AI with sustainability goals to encourage greater use of public transportation and reduce reliance on private cars, the entity aims to transition from card-based ticketing to a more innovative, palm-based payment system by 2026.

Commenting on plans for the new technology, Salahaldeen AlMarzooqi, Director of Automated Collection System (ACS) at RTA, said: “As part of the RTA AI strategy, we are introducing one of our most important initiatives, which is the pay-by-palm system. After additional rounds of testing to ensure the technology meets our high-quality standards, it will be rolled out to the market, allowing customers to register their palm and link it directly to their nol account. Then, they simply need to wave their hand to travel by the metro or tram.”

He added: “nol is currently accepted as a payment solution for some retailers and merchants, such as petrol stations, grocery stores, and taxis. As part of our long-term roll out plan, we are working with them to introduce the pay-by-palm system to ensure a seamless customer journey, foster a cashless payment culture, and encourage people to shift from a car-oriented lifestyle to using public transportation.”

All eyes are on flying vehicles and eco-friendly concept cars

With the autonomous vehicle market set to hit $13.6 trillion by 2030, the e& pavilion presented game-changing innovations, spotlighting its global collaborations with top auto tech companies from across the globe.

One of the innovations that attracted huge crowds was the Airscooter by Zapata, an advanced personal flying machine, setting new standards in personal aviation, allowing anyone to become a pilot. Equipped with a patented hybrid-electric propulsion system, the machine can reach a top speed of 63 mph and features a compact design, making it suitable for urban environments, and its sustainable fuel usage aligns with the global push for eco-friendly transportation solutions.   

Another innovation that captivated visitors was Quintessenza, an eco-friendly concept car from Turin-based auto manufacturer, Italdesign. The car features pioneering technical components, incorporating sustainable materials such as from Nike shoes, cotton textiles, and recycled water bottles.

Parkie, the world’s first autonomous driving-based parking robot (AMR), was another remarkable innovation on display at the e& pavilion at GITEX GLOBAL. It is set to revolutionize parking lots by leveraging parent company, HL Mando’s, top-of-the-line autonomous driving technology and decades of vehicle manufacturing expertise to increase up to 30% of available parking space by minimising parking time and reducing the inconvenience caused by inadequate driving skills.

Conversations turn to electric vehicles and the emergence of the low altitude economy

As the low-altitude economy continues to gain momentum, China is at the forefront of eVTOL innovation. Companies are actively developing technologies that promise to revolutionize urban transportation, making flying vehicles more accessible and efficient.

Leading the charge in this sector, Xpeng Aeroht also showcased a working prototype of its modular flying car, the “Land Aircraft Carrier.” Designed to resemble a conventional sports car, the flying car runs solely on electricity and can vertically ascend to altitudes of up to 1,000 meters. With hidden propellers that unfold when it’s time to take a flight, the prototype would be available for sale in 2030.

Tan Wang, Co-founder, Vice-President, and Chief Designer, Xpeng Aeroht, shared insights into the three critical challenges in bringing the revolutionary technology to market. He said: “The first challenge is figuring out how to keep improving and maturing the technology, such as the flying control system and the powertrain system, ensuring we continue to push boundaries. Second, and most importantly, how can we make this technology safer to encourage public trust? The third lies in developing regulatory frameworks and working closely with governments to establish comprehensive policies and guidelines to enable the safe integration of flying vehicles into our transport ecosystem.”

Building on advancements in electric vehicles, ADNOC Distribution mirrored the UAE’s plans to expand its EV charging ecosystem with a showcase of its autonomous robotic arm concept. Leveraging advanced AI, the weatherproof and waterproof robotic arm autonomously identifies a car, initiates the charging session, connects the charger, and disconnects once charging is complete, enabling a seamless charging experience and allowing users to remain in their vehicles.

GITEX GLOBAL continues to lead innovation across global borders

As the world’s largest and best-rated tech event, GITEX GLOBAL is organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and has opened new opportunities for enterprises and governments to embark on future-focused tech projects across critical industries.

GITEX GLOBAL is seamlessly connecting the world’s largest network of tech events with a stellar list of international shows, including GITEX EUROPE Berlin, GITEX ASIA Singapore, GITEX AFRICA Morocco, and GITEX NIGERIA. These events are fostering global collaboration and cross-continental innovation to shape the tech landscape of tomorrow.

GITEX GLOBAL 2024 is currently taking place from 14 to 18 October at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), showcasing the power of global collaboration with over 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, 1,200 investors, and governments from 180+ countries—all united in advancing technology.

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About GITEX GLOBAL

GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest tech event, is returning for its 44th edition at Dubai World Trade Centre from 14-18 October 2024. The 2024 edition will feature 6,500 exhibitors, and welcome 200,000 tech executives from 180 countries, converging the best minds, future-focused government leaders, and the most visionary enterprises and start-ups to scrutinise, challenge, define, and empower the digital agendas of the world. Independently rated globally as the world’s best tech show, GITEX GLOBAL’s continued expansion is amplified by the launch of GITEX EUROPE Berlin, GITEX ASIA Singapore, and GITEX NIGERIA in 2025, as well as the growth of GITEX AFRICA Morocco leading up to its third record-breaking edition. More information: www.gitex.com

About Dubai World Trade Centre

A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector leading mega events. As a designated free zone, complemented by award-winning commercial real estate, DWTC plays an integral role in Dubai and the region’s growth story. Since its inauguration, DWTC has hosted over 6,000 events, with an estimated economic output of AED 248 billion, attracting over 38 million business visitors to Dubai.

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