Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 25th edition of Bengaluru Tech Summit 2022, at a glittering ceremony in the presence of a galaxy of leaders from the IT, BT and start-up sectors. The event was organized by The Department of Electronics, IT, Bt, S&T, Government of Karnataka along with Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), and is the first full-fledged on ground version of BTS post the pandemic. The central theme of BTS this year is'Tech4NexGen' and will focus on Electronics, IT, Deep Tech, Biotech, and Startups. The inaugural ceremony was graced by the Guests of Honor H.E Mr. Petri Honkonen, Minister of Science & Culture, Finland, H.E. Mr. Omar Bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications, United Arab Emirates, H.E. Mr. Tim Watts, Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs, Australia. The ceremony was presided over by Shri Basavaraj S. Bommai, Chief Minister of Karnataka.

Patna: The director of Software Technology Park of India, Subodh Sachchan, on Friday said artificial intelligence and machine learning have applications in different fields of learning right from primary to higher education and research. In fact, the modern era belongs to artificial intelligence (AI), he said. Addressing the webinar as the main speaker on'Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning' organised by the Patna University-UGC Human Resource Development Centre for college and university teachers of the state, Sachchan pointed out that AI is no longer confined to science and engineering education only, but it is fast becoming almost indispensable for all branches of learning. Digital technology found its greatest applications in the field of education during Covid-19 AI can drive efficiency, personalization and streamline administrative tasks to allow teachers the time and freedom to provide understanding and adaptability. By leveraging the best attributes of machines and teachers, the vision for artificial intelligence is one where they work together for the best outcome for students, he said.