Tuesday, April 15 2025

ECE Dept. organizes Workshop on ‘Satellite, Airborne, and Drone Hyperspectral Remote Sensing’

Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) organized a technical workshop on April 12th, 2025, focused on the theme “Satellite, Airborne, and Drone Hyperspectral Remote Sensing” for 6th semester engineering students.
The session was led by Dr. Manohar Kumar C V S S, Assistant Professor at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh, who served as the resource person for the workshop. The event was coordinated by Dr. Nisha from the department.
Dr. Manohar delivered an insightful session that delved into the principles, platforms, and applications of hyperspectral remote sensing—a powerful technology integrating high-resolution spectral and spatial data for in-depth Earth surface monitoring. The session explored satellite, airborne, and UAV-based hyperspectral systems and their impactful applications in:
• Agricultural monitoring
• Mineral exploration
• Environmental assessment
• Urban planning

The workshop sparked curiosity and inspired students to further explore the real-world applications of this emerging domain in remote sensing, paving the way for future academic and research endeavours.

Newly Appointed Dean-Academics of Sahyadri

Dr. Shamantha Rai B has taken on the roles of Dean (Academics) and Professor in the Department of Information Science & Engineering at Sahyadri on April 09, 2025. He has received his BE degree in CSE from VTU and MTech and Ph.D. degrees in CSE specialization from the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT-A), India.

Dr. Rai has a total of 14 years of teaching experience and 2.6 years of industry experience as a Senior Project Manager at Quantiphi Analytics Solutions. He has served as Dean (Academics), HOD of ISE, and IQAC

Coordinator in his earlier term at Sahyadri. Under his Supervision, two research scholars have completed their PhD in Computer Science & Engineering and currently, one candidate is pursuing a PhD. His research interests are wireless sensor networks, data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, etc.

Placement and Training: Clari5 Hiring

Clari5 is hiring students from the Computer Science and Information Science Engineering departments of the 2025 outgoing batch for the role of Software Intern. Upon successful completion of the internship and based on performance, candidates may be offered full-time employment with a CTC ranging from INR 3.5 LPA to INR 5.0 LPA.

Clari5 is a financial crime management platform acquired by Perfios. Clari5 focuses on fraud detection, risk management, and anti-money laundering (AML) solutions, helping banks and financial institutions combat financial crime. Perfios, a B2B SaaS company, acquired Clari5 to enhance its own fraud management capabilities and expand its global reach.

Dr Prabhu engages a session at National Academy for Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics

Dr. Ananth Prabhu G, Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and Principal Investigator at the Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Centre of Excellence was invited by the NACIN Kolkata to deliver a session on Emerging Technology - Methods and ways to adapt it and effective use of these technologies for improving efficiency & quality of work & life for over 100 officers of various ranks, across the country.
In his address, Dr. Prabhu provided deep insights into the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Cybersecurity, highlighting how these technologies are reshaping government functioning, decision-making processes, and public service delivery. He emphasized the importance of proactive adoption and continuous learning to stay ahead in an era marked by rapid digital transformation.
He demonstrated real-world case studies where emerging technologies had significantly improved operational efficiency, fraud detection, and public engagement. The session covered practical tools and frameworks that officers could integrate into their daily work to enhance productivity, reduce manual effort, and ensure data-driven governance.

The training also touched upon ethical considerations, the need for digital hygiene, and the importance of protecting personal and organizational data in a hyper-connected world. Dr. Prabhu encouraged officers to lead by example in embracing innovation and becoming catalysts of digital change within their departments.
The interactive session received positive feedback from participants, many of whom acknowledged the value of understanding emerging technologies not just as technical upgrades but as transformative tools to enhance the quality of life and work in the public service ecosystem.

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Newly Appointed Dean-Academics of Sahyadri

Tue Apr 15 2025