BHEL continues despite Land Acquisition and Law & Order problems

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Mr. Amitabh Mathur ,Director – Industrial Systems & Products, BHEL, mentioned that the leading power equipment manufacturers and designers has been suffering a great deal to execute some of its projects on account of two factors namely the Land Acquisition and the law & order problem especially in north, central and eastern region.

“A case for example is the super critical projects in Karanpur and Navi Nagar in which the work is progressing with piecemeal speed as the company has so far succeeded in acquiring land for it in a patched manner and finding it difficult to remove hutments in such locations on which even residential colonies have come up”, said Mr. Mathur.

Addressing a National Conference on “Electrical Power Equipment Diagnostic-Integrating IT in Power T&D Efficiency” under aegis of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry here today, Mr. Mathur pointed out that BHEL is engaged in the design, engineering, manufacturing, construction, testing, commissioning and servicing of a wide range of products, systems and services for the core sectors of the economy, namely power, transmission, industry, transportation, renewable energy, oil & gas and defence has been confronting with the aforesaid situation for quite some time on account of which its deliveries have been adversely effected.

Despite the government support and the help of the Union Power Ministry and other such organs, the company somehow was managing on these two fronts as it has been acquiring land in pieces and somehow making sure that the projects go on, pointed out Mr. Mathur adding that removing the hutments on project sites is a gigantic task.

Speaking on the occasion, Additional General Manager, NLDC, Power System Operation Corporation, Mr. P K Agarwal said that his corporation has begun to monitor grids operation with greater accuracy with the help of available IT tools with increased efficiency.

Providing the industry perspective on the occasion, Chairman, Energy Committee, PHD Chamber, Dr. Harish Ahuja felt that the government of the day has come out with several meaningful schemes to set right the financial mess arisen in various discoms with the UDAY schemes which in the opinion of the PHD Chamber would be a successful scheme as so far 15 states have agreed to go by the provisions of UDAY to make their electricity boards efficient and profitable in due course of time.

The conference was moderated by the Director, PHD Chamber, Dr. Ranjeet Mehta.

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India to be Third Largest Aviation Market by 2020: FICCI-KPMG

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With 81 million trips, India’s domestic aviation market grew at over 20.3% during Jan-Dec 2015 – the highest growth rate recorded in the world. India is well on its way to become the third largest aviation market by 2020 says the FICCI-KPMG ‘India Aviation Report 2016’, launched today at the prestigious civil aviation exposition in Hyderabad. The report suggests that aspects such as increasing disposable incomes, fall in prices of Aircraft Turbine Fuel (ATF), increase in tourism, visa reforms, etc. have placed India in a unique position. This is bringing the country closer to achieving its vision of becoming the largest aviation market by 2030. The civil aviation sector is hugely susceptible to oil price volatility, economic cycles, natural disasters, epidemics and political upheavals.

According to the report, the Indian civil aviation industry has exhibited tremendous resilience to the global economic slowdown and ranks ninth in the global civil aviation market. This is attributed largely to the growing economy, increased competition among airlines, especially among low cost carriers, modern airports, greater use of technology, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and increased emphasis on regional connectivity. The report highlights that the National Civil Aviation Policy (NCAP 2016) is likely to provide a significant fillip to the industry. The various fiscal and monetary incentives, liberal policies focused on ‘ease of doing business’ and enhanced push for regional and global connectivity are extremely positive. Steps taken to revive and operationalise around 160 airports in India, if chosen carefully, will improve air connectivity to regional and remote areas. Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in the sector will get substantial support from the state in terms of financing, concessional land allotment, tax holidays and other incentives. According to Mr Harshavardhan Neotia, President, FICCI, “Enormous growth in domestic passenger traffic, substantial strengthening through Government initiatives, decrease in global crude oil prices and airlines showing profits indicates a significantly positive transformation for the Indian civil aviation market.

The close partnership between the government and the industry in ongoing and future projects will further improve regional connectivity. I am certain that the sector will take complete advantage of the positive momentum and help sustain the growth” Mr. Amber Dubey, Partner and India Head of Aerospace and Defence, KPMG said, “The positive impact of NCAP 2016, rise in disposable incomes and the fall in ATF prices are likely to help India leapfrog into the top three of the world. One hopes that the government can match domestic ATF prices with global levels for a three year experimental period. MRO is likely to see a huge revival if the service tax is zero-rated. Growth of aviation and tourism can create a huge multiplier in terms of GDP growth and jobs.” The report sheds light on the astounding growth of 17.1% in the total passenger throughput for FY 2015-16 till January 2016 standing at 184 million. Passenger throughput is expected to reach around 370 million by 2020, with domestic traffic constituting around 80% of the total throughput (figure 1) According to International Air Transport Association (IATA), passenger traffic on international routes showed an increase of 6.5% in 2015 compared to 2014. In comparison, during Apr-Dec 2015, international passenger throughput at Indian airports grew at 7.7%. Middle East continues to lead in the growth of revenue passenger kilometre (RPKM) followed by Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Europe.

North America and Africa showed sluggish growth. By 2034, it is expected that Asia-Pacific will be the biggest market for global aviation. The report strongly suggests that in order to ensure high-geared growth, it is imperative to broaden the base of domestic flyers through greater air connectivity in Tier 2/3 cities. Many Indian states have taken positive initiatives, largely in the field of development of airports, reduction in sales tax rates on ATF and direct subsidy to airlines for improvement of connectivity. The government and industry are engaged closely in addressing the various opportunities and challenges in the aviation sector; and that’s a welcome sign. The collaboration needs to be strengthened and institutionalised. With positive macro-economic factors, low ATF prices and industry-friendly government policies, India is well placed to achieve its vision of becoming the third largest aviation market by 2020 and the largest by 2030.

Home Ministry recommends setting up ‘I4C’ to tackle Cyber Crimes

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The Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that cyber crime is the biggest challenge these days with the development and access to technology across the globe at an ASSOCHAM event .

The main problem with cyber crime is detection and prosecution, as it is faceless and borderless, said Mr. Rajnath Singh while inaugurating ‘8th International Security Summit,’ organised by The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM).

The Home Minister said that the cyber space is being used to radicalise the minds of youth. He said the Expert Group constituted in the Ministry of Home Affairs to prepare a roadmap for effectively tackling cyber crimes in the country has recommended for setting up an Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) to fight against cyber crimes in the country.

He said that with the increasing inter-connectivity in the world, the challenges will come and we must find ways to tackle these challenges and address the security loopholes in the networks.

Mr. Rajnath Singh expressed his deep concern over the exponential growth in the figures of cyber crime. He said that earlier the crime used to originate from land, water and air. In the 20th century, the dimension of space was added to it. But now a days, the cyber crime is showing exponential growth in its number, which is a matter of serious concern, keeping in view the reach of mobile phones and internet across the globe including the far-flung areas.

With the advancement of technology the criminals are now using sophisticated and innovative means. ASSOCHAM lauds the Centers proactive efforts to curb this menace, but understands that it needs proper planned action and interactions with the concerned stakeholders on ongoing basis, said Mr. Sunil Kanoria President ASSOCHAM.

India’s internal security remains a major area of concern, constantly facing growing challenges to its internal security arising from cybercrimes, physical crimes, economic frauds, insurgency, cross border developments. It is the duty and function of the state to ensure the safety of its citizens, organizations and institutions against threats to their well-being as well as the traditional functions of law and order. With more than half the global population today living in urban areas, safe city is increasingly being considered essential in ensuring secure living and prosperity, said Mr. Kanoria.

Cyber threat requires greater focus in implementation of preventive, detective and planned / rehearsed response, said Mr. Kanoria.

Other Speakers who also spoke during the conference were H.E. Mr Richard Verma, Ambassador of USA to India, Mr Dinesh K. Pillai, CEO, Mahindra Special Services Group, Mr Siddhartha Gupta, Head of Strategic Industries, SAP India, Mr Manoj Gupta, Chairman, MKU and Mr D.S. Rawat, Secretary General, ASSOCHAM.

I4C= Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre

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Mutual Cooperation is fundamental to India-Africa Partnership

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India has a key role in Africa’s development process and lays particular emphasis on capacity building in different African countries. Stating this in his special address in the inaugural session of the 11^th CII-EXIM Bank Conclave on India Africa Project Partnership, being organised in New Delhi, Gen. (Retd) V K Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs, Government of India, said that India’s economic resurgence will have continued positive bearing on Africa’s development initiatives.

The Minister said the Conclave provides India and Africa the opportunity to plan effective utilisation of the major offers made by India at the 3^rd India Africa Forum Summit that was held in New Delhi in October 2015. He stated that mutual cooperation is fundamental to India-Africa partnerships. He underlined the need for deeper bilateral cooperation and partnerships for sustainable development, covering areas like clean technology, solar energy, and climate-resilient agriculture.

According to the Minister, while India-Africa bilateral trade has increased from $30 billion in 2008 to $72 billion in 2015, there is immense scope for increasing the bilateral trade flows. He urged the least developed countries (LDCs) in Africa to take full benefits from the Duty Free Tariff Preferential (DFTP) Scheme extended to LDCs by Government of India, and thereby increase African LCDs share of total African exports to India. Mr Singh called upon CII and EXIM Bank to take renewed effort to facilitate simplification of procedures governing India-Africa business and investment engagements.

Mr James Wani Igga, Vice President, Republic of South Sudan, invited Indian companies and investors to participate in South Sudan’s economic and industrial diversification. Currently, South Sudan has high dependence on oil production and exports.

Mr Igga said that the South Sudan government extends a package of incentives to prospective investors that includes tax holidays, access to land, entry work permits, easy licensing, etc. He also underscored the need for greater joint efforts by India and Africa to meet the UN’s Sustainability Development Goals.

Mr Kwesi Amissah Arthur, Vice President, Republic of Ghana, said in his special address that it is imperative for African economies to be insulated from the vagaries of global trade cycles. This could be achieved by reducing Africa’s dependence on exports of primary goods. Mr Arthur said that Indian companies and investors could play a key role in helping African industries to move up the value chain. He laid emphasis on deeper bilateral MSME cooperation, while adding that a robust MSME sector ensures more employment opportunities to the youth.

Mr Okechukwu Enelamah, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Republic of Nigeria, said in his special address that the deliberations at the Conclave should be directed toward critical evaluation of the earlier commitments made by India toward Africa so that there is greater clarity on what elements of cooperation and assistance need to be carried forward. Mr Enelamah said that the private sector can give concrete expression to the vision of Indian and African leadership for long-term bilateral cooperation and partnerships. He added that the civil society could also play a key role in this regard.

Referring to the ‘Make in India’ campaign, he said that Nigeria would look to learn from India’s experience in driving local manufacturing growth. He also called for a more liberal visa regime that would facilitate easier people-to-people contacts between India and Nigeria.

Mr Sumit Mazumder, President, Confederation of Indian Industry, said that Indian FDI in Africa which stands at $13.6 billion accounts for 16% of India’s overall outward FDI. Africa is the second biggest FDI destination for India, he said. Mr Mazumder underlined the growing complementarity between Indian and African economies in terms of manufacturing exports and resource trade.

Mr Yaduvendra, Mathur, Chairman & Managing Director, EXIM Bank of India, said that large physical infrastructure development projects in Africa present compelling investment opportunities to Indian companies. He also called for focused attention on funding of innovations and innovative projects led by young entrepreneurs.

Mr Noel N Tata, Chairman, CII Africa Committee and Managing Director, Tata International Ltd, said that as African economies aims to accelerate their manufacturing growth, India will be an attractive destination market for their products.

Earlier, Mr Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, Confederation of Indian Industry, said in his opening remarks that geographical and product diversification are key to India’s expanded trade ties with Africa.

This Conclave has engaged the participation of 23 ministers from Africa, over 400 delegates from 37 African countries and over 400 delegates from India. At the session, the EXIM Bank report on “Focus Africa: Enhancing India’s Engagement with Southern African Development Community” and a background report on India-Africa Project Partnership were released.

Sudhir Mehta elected Chairman & Ninad Karpe Dy Chairman CII Western Region

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Mr Sudhir Mehta has been elected as the Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Western Region for 2016-17. Mr Mehta is the Chairman & Managing Director of Pinnacle Industries Ltd, India’s largest commercial vehicle seating and Interiors Company. He takes over from Mr Sanjay Kirloskar, Chairman & Managing Director, Kirloskar Brothers Ltd.

Mr Mehta holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Economics – Depauw University, USA and MBA in Finance & International Business – University of Chicago, USA.

Mr Mehta is a serial entrepreneur who has started and successfully led several manufacturing ventures. He holds various positions including Director, Force Motors Ltd, Director, Rivulis Irrigation Ltd, Chairman, Kider India Pvt. Ltd, Vice Chairman, Indaux India, Director, Emesa Elevator Components and Managing Director, Man Force Trucks.

Mr Ninad Karpe has been elected as the Deputy Chairman of the CII Western Region for 2016-17. Mr Karpe is the MD & CEO of Aptech Ltd., a global education company, which has trained more than 7 million students over the last 28 years and now operates 1,300 plus centres in India and China, as well as 40 emerging countries. Since joining the company in February 2009, Karpe has been aggressively pursuing a strategy to position Aptech Ltd on the world stage as a truly global provider of learning solutions.

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Outsourcing crystal growth…to space

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Summary:Researchers have grown crystals and measured the growth rate on the ISS by interferometry to better examine the effects of microgravity.

Sometimes, distance can lend a new perspective to a problem. For Japanese researchers studying protein crystal growth, that distance was 250 miles up — the altitude at which the International Space Station (ISS) orbits the Earth. To better isolate the growth of protein crystals from the effects of gravity, the group of Katsuo Tsukamoto in Tohoku University’s Department of Earth and Planetary Science in Sendai, Japan, and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency grew crystals in a specially-designed chamber onboard the ISS.

The researchers monitored the very slow growth and dissolution rate — approximately one centimeter per second of the crystals by laser interferometry. This was the first time the technique had been used onboard the ISS to measure the growth rate of the crystals at various temperatures. To observe this, Yamazaki and his colleagues developed unique growth cells suitable for long-term projects, for about six months.

“We are interested in the growth mechanisms of a space-grown protein crystal — a lysozyme crystal — as a model crystal to understand why space-grown crystals sometimes do show better quality than the Earth-grown crystals,” said Tomoya Yamazaki, a PhD student in Tsukamoto’s lab.

Tsukamoto and his colleagues, which includes collaborators at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, Japan Space Forum, Olympus Optical Corporation, detail their elegant growth method this week in Review of Scientific Instruments, from AIP Publishing.

The experimental process, known as NanoStep, was performed in the Japanese Experimental Module (KIBO) of the International Space Station in 2012. Tsukamoto and his colleagues had previously measured the growth rates of protein crystals under simulated microgravity by using a Russian recoverable satellite and aircraft in parabolic flights.

The researchers took precise measurements of the growth rate of the lysozyme crystals versus their driving force, supersaturation — the natural logarithm of the protein’s concentration divided by its solubility — with measurements of the solution’s refractive index distribution obtained through interferometry. This also yielded crucial information about the growth mechanism.

The researchers opted to modify the supersaturation of the solution by increasing or decreasing the growth cell’s temperature, which can easily be done remotely. This took place over a range of 10 — 40 degrees Celsius, which necessitated building a closed growth cell to withstand the stresses caused by the thermal expansion of the growth solution.

The closed, cube-like growth cell was constructed out of quartz glasses with different thickness, an essential component for laser interferometry due to its high chemical and mechanical resistances with a protein seed crystal glued to the top of the sample holder. To relieve the thermal stress on the glass, the researchers attached tubes made out of an elastomer, low-moisture-permeability thermoelastic polymer. This was selected to mitigate evaporation of water in the crystal growth solution, which consisted of 30 or 35 mg/ml of lysozyme and 25 mg/ml sodium chloride in 50 mM sodium acetate buffer solution. They also employed a special spring tension system to reduce stress by keeping the gap between the glass cell and thermal control modules constant amid thermal expansion.

The growth cell could also be used to fine-tune the measurements of extremely small growth or dissolution rates of insoluble minerals on the order of 0.001 nanometers per second of insoluble minerals. For example, it could measure calcium carbonate crystals, where margins of error could become massive across a geological time scale — such as predicting the dissolution of clay minerals surrounding nuclear waste stored underground for 100,000 years.

While the researchers expected growth rates of the crystal solution to be slower because of the suppression of solution convection, the results instead showed an increased growth rate.

This may be due to the suppression of transport speed of impurity molecules with larger diameter to the growing crystal, as analyzed the growth rate versus supersaturation relations. This will appear in forthcoming papers.

Extended projects for the researchers using the same apparatus to test the growth of different crystals, such as glucose isomerase crystals, are currently in preparation.

Source:American Institute of Physics(science)

Mukta Arya appointed as District Magistrate- Hooghly District, West Bengal

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Ms. Mukta Arya IAS (West Bengal 2008) presently posted as Addl Dist Magistrate, Hooghly, has been appointed as DM of Hooghly district, in place of Shri Sanjay Bansal IAS .

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Vikram Singh Gaur appointed as Joint Secy -NITI Aayog, Government of India

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Shri Vikram Singh Gaur IFoS (Jharkhand 1986) presently posted in cadre, has been appointed as Joint Secretary, NITI Aayog, Government of India.

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Vivek Joshi appointed as Joint Secy- Department of Expenditure, Finance Ministry

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Shri Vivek Joshi IAS ( Haryana 1989) presently posted as OSD, Public Procurement Cell, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, GOI.

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O P Chaudhary appointed as JS – Dept of Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries

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Shri O.P. Chaudhary IFoS (Madhya Pradesh 1989) presently posted in cadre has been appointed as Joint Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandary, Dairying & Fisheries.

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Rakesh Kumar appointed as Senior Dy DG- ICMR, Ministry of Health

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Shri Rakesh Kumar IAS (Uttarakhand 1992) presently posted as Jt Secy, D/o Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India has been appointed as Senior DDG, ICMR, Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health, GOI.

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Arshinder Singh Chawla appointed IGP- Administration, Haryana Police

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Shri Arshinder Singh Chawla IPS (Haryana 1993) presently awaiting on posting, has been appointed IGP, Administration, Haryana Police.

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BHEL continues despite Land Acquisition and Law & Order problems

India to be Third Largest Aviation Market by 2020: FICCI-KPMG

Home Ministry recommends setting up ‘I4C’ to tackle Cyber Crimes

Mutual Cooperation is fundamental to India-Africa Partnership

Sudhir Mehta elected Chairman & Ninad Karpe Dy Chairman CII Western Region

Outsourcing crystal growth…to space

Mukta Arya appointed as District Magistrate- Hooghly District, West Bengal

Vikram Singh Gaur appointed as Joint Secy -NITI Aayog, Government of India

Vivek Joshi appointed as Joint Secy- Department of Expenditure, Finance Ministry

O P Chaudhary appointed as JS – Dept of Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries

Rakesh Kumar appointed as Senior Dy DG- ICMR, Ministry of Health

Arshinder Singh Chawla appointed IGP- Administration, Haryana Police

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