Reduce gap between classroom teaching and industry requirements'

December 10, 2011

Nitte, December 10: Now a days there is a big gap between the classroom teaching and industry requirements and the technical colleges should see that this gap is reduced by proper designing of the engineering education curriculum, said Er Chandrashekharaiah S.B Executive Engineer, SCADA (Design) SLDC, KPTCL., Bangalore.

He was inaugurating two-day national level conference on Advances in Electrical Engineering (NCAEE-2011) held in NMAM Institute of Technology, NITTE from Friday.

The quality engineers can produce quality products which not only suit the requirements of the common man but also can compete in the international market. Such conference will help the technologists to update the knowledge in producing quality products and also the area in which the advancement of technology is required, he said.

Dr S Y Kulkarni, Principal of the institute in his presidential speech said: “Advances in any field is a perception and we have to reach to the level of thinking of the advanced countries. The advancement in any field including technology can happen only through research and such conferences will help the researchers to face the future challenges. He also said “Research should not be the continuation of the previous work. The researcher should have a deep knowledge in the chosen field and the result of the research should reach to the common man”.

Prof Vasudeva Shettigar, Head of the department of Electrical &Electronics Engineering welcomed the gathering. Prof Latha Shenoy introduced the Chief Guest. Raksha Adapa proposed the vote of thanks. Arul Lobo compered the ceremony. More than 75 delegates from all over the country registered to present their technical papers in the conference.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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January 31,2026

Bengaluru: The shooting incident involving CJ Roy, founder of the Confident Group, has once again put the spotlight on a businessman whose life has swung between flamboyant global success and persistent controversy at home.

Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

A tale of two cities

Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

Heavy police presence in Langford Town

Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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