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Capt Ruwan Vithanage Honored with Brandman India Captain’s Achievement Award 2024

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The prestigious award was presented at the International Icon Award Event on December 21, 2024 at New Delhi, India.

New Delhi. Capt Ruwan Vithanage has been selected for the prestigious Brandman India Captain’s Achievement Award 2024, recognizing his outstanding contributions to flight operations enhancement, operational excellence, and cost-saving project implementation at FitsAir. The award was presented at the International Icon Award Event on December 21, 2024 at New Delhi, India.

Reflecting on his remarkable career, Capt Vithanage shares a profound connection with his homeland, Sri Lanka. From the cockpit, he often dreams of seeing Sri Lanka as a lush, green paradise in the Indian Ocean, a vision made possible despite the nation’s turbulent political history. His journey as a pilot, spanning over two decades, began during a time when the tourism industry was still in its nascent stages, struggling against the backdrop of conflict. However, Sri Lanka has since transformed into a beacon of peace and a global tourism hotspot.

Capt Vithanage notes the nation’s evolution from a war-torn past to a thriving destination for travelers. With a commitment to preserving its rich cultural heritage while embracing modern infrastructure, Sri Lanka has become a model for sustainable development. Capt Vithanage also emphasizes the importance of eco-friendly infrastructure and efforts toward carbon neutrality by 2050, underscoring Sri Lanka’s progress in environmental sustainability.

Beyond tourism, he envisions Sri Lanka’s potential as a hub for medical tourism, education, and entrepreneurship, provided there is continued investment in infrastructure and public services. Capt Vithanage believes in the empowerment of women in the workforce, highlighting their significant contributions to the nation’s growth.

His reflections capture a deep sense of pride in witnessing Sri Lanka’s transformation and his role in its aviation sector. As FitsAir continues to soar, Capt Vithanage remains dedicated to contributing to his nation’s progress, ensuring Sri Lanka’s skies remain a symbol of hope and achievement for the world.

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COMPUTEX 2025 Concludes Successfully – AI Deployment Accelerates as Taiwan Solidifies its Strategic Global Position

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New Delhi, 4th June, 2025 – COMPUTEX 2025 concluded today after four days of dynamic exhibitions and events. The show welcomed an impressive turnout, with 86,521 buyers from 152 countries, including Japan, the United States, South Korea, Vietnam, and India. As the global benchmark exhibition for AI and startups, this year’s theme, “AI Next,” brought together leading global tech companies and startup teams. The event attracted top-tier international buyers, generating vast business opportunities across the AI supply chain and reinforcing Taiwan’s pivotal role as a hub for global technology exchange.

As global AI applications diversify rapidly, Gartner’s Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025 identified Autonomous AI, Humanoid Robots, and Advanced Computing as key drivers transforming industries. COMPUTEX 2025 focused on three topics—AI & Robotics, Next-Gen Tech, and Future Mobility—spotlighting both cutting-edge development and real-world deployment.

Pegatron highlighted its capabilities in human-machine integration with interactive biomimetic robot dogs and immersive VR devices. BenQ attracted strong interest with its multi-zone exhibit, especially the AI golf simulator combining visual tracking, motion sensing, and smart analytics for real-time swing feedback. Advantech and Solomon showcased key innovations, including autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), collaborative robotic arms, and AIoT platforms—demonstrating Taiwan’s strength in intelligent manufacturing technologies.

TADA also curated a Smart Mobility Pavilion, joined by 19 brands including Pegatron, Vitalcore

Technology, System Electronics, OToBrite, collectively promoting innovation in intelligent and electric vehicle technologies.

Global Startups Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of InnoVEX

Celebrating its 10th edition, InnoVEX saw its scale grow 12.5% over last year, with 450 startups from 24 countries. Thailand and the Philippines debuted national pavilions, sending a combined delegation of 22 startups—underscoring the rise of Asian innovation and the global connectivity of the COMPUTEX platform. InnoVEX Forum welcomed renowned speakers from AWS, Google Cloud, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Solomon, and Advantech, sharing insights on how AI is powering innovation and digital transformation.

This year’s Pitch Contest goes to DeepRad.AI from Taiwan, recognized for its innovative application of AI in medical imaging to enable early disease detection and prediction. The team’s strong commitment to advancing public health through practical AI solutions was highly praised by the judges.

Tech Leaders Dominate the Stage as Keynotes Draw Record Buzz

COMPUTEX Keynote opened with Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO of NVIDIA, followed by Cristiano Amon (CEO, Qualcomm), Young Liu (Chairman, Foxconn), Dr. Rick Tsai (Vice Chairman & CEO, MediaTek), and Jens Hinrichsen (Executive VP, NXP), offering rich perspectives across the evolving AIecosystem. Notably, Taiwan featured prominently in nearly every keynote, reinforcing its critical role in the global technology and supply chain landscape.

COMPUTEX Forum, themed “AI in Action”, welcomed 13 tech industry leaders from NVIDIA, Google DeepMind, Texas Instruments, Advantech, Arm, Intel, Adobe, Cadence, bp Castrol, Infineon, Seagate, Schneider Electric, and Compal. Over 1,300 attendees joined the forum to explore the latest in AI implementation and market trends. Cross-Industry Collaborations Spark New Trends in Sustainability and Lifestyle.

In COMPUTEX 2025 Sustainable Design Award, Pegatron earned the Gold Award, ASUS the Silver, and Lite-On the Bronze—underscoring the tech industry’s growing commitment to sustainability.

The exhibition also featured creative cross-industry collaborations. Following last year’s success, plain-me and iconic local snack brand Kuai Kuai teamed up again to launch a series of limited-edition co-branded merchandise. Meanwhile, Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation and GQ Taiwan co-hosted a refined Hospitality Lounge, merging capital markets with lifestyle aesthetics and showcasing COMPUTEX’s vibrant commercial influence.

COMPUTEX will take place from June 2 to 5 in 2026, driven by strong exhibitor demand following this year’s successful results, the show will expand beyond Nangang Exhibition Halls 1 and 2 to include TWTC Hall 1, creating a dedicated AI-powered tech lifestyle ecosystem unique to COMPUTEX.

About COMPUTEX

COMPUTEX was founded in 1981. It has grown with the global ICT industry and become stronger over the last four decades. Bearing witness to historical moments in the development of and changes in the industry, COMPUTEX attracts more than 40,000 buyers to visit Taiwan every year. It is also the preferred platform chosen by top international companies for launching epoch-making products.

Taiwan has a comprehensive global ICT industry chain. Gaining a foothold in Taiwan, COMPUTEX is jointly held by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council and Taipei Computer Association, aiming to build a global tech ecosystem. COMPUTEX has become a global benchmark exhibition for AI and startups, connecting global pioneers and enabling new sparks of breakthrough technology.

About TAITRA:

Founded in 1970, TAITRA is Taiwan’s foremost nonprofit trade-promoting organization. Sponsored by the government and industry organizations, TAITRA assists enterprises in expanding their global reach.

Headquartered in Taipei, TAITRA has a team of 1,300 specialists and operates 5 local offices as well as 62 branches worldwide. Together with Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC) and Taiwan Trade Center (TTC), TAITRA has formed a global network dedicated to promoting world trade.

TAITRA’s five local branch offices in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung provide services to companies outside metropolitan Taipei. Through these domestic offices, TAITRA is able to maintain close contact and interaction with local companies in their respective areas and provide

direct and substantial services in areas such as feature trade promotion, business information, market seminars, on-the-job training, procurement meetings, meeting room rental, etc. Branch offices play vital roles in Taiwan Trade Shows coordination between Taipei headquarters and local companies, and invite buyers to visit local industries.

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Anuradha Garg- Winner of Mrs. Globe International proudly Returns India

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New Delhi. Recently, press conference to celebrate the victory of Mrs. Anuradha Garg at the beauty pageant “Mrs Globe International “ was held at The park hotel, New Delhi. Mrs. Anuradha Garg, an esteemed personality and a symbol of strength and grace, won prestigious international beauty pageant.

Banners and posters bearing her name and image flooded the departure area, as admirers waved and chanted, wishing her success on the global stage. With her signature charm and infectious smile, Mrs. Garg not only captivated her well-wishers but also sent the media into a frenzy. Her presence exuded confidence, determination, and the spirit of Indian womanhood.

Ms. Mohini Sharma, the National Director of Mrs. India Inc., a key figure in mentoring and guiding India’s top beauty queens. She stood proudly beside Mrs. Garg, sharing in the excitement of the moment. “Anuradha Garg is a beacon of inspiration,” said Mohini Sharma. “She represents the courage, elegance, and resilience of Indian women. We have no doubt she has made India proud at Mrs. Globe.”

Expressing her gratitude , Mrs. Garg shared, “Representing India is a privilege and a responsibility. I am happy to showcase the beauty of our culture and the strength of Indian women on this global platform. This journey is not just mine, it belongs to every woman who dares to dream.”

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India-Australia Partnership Seminar Held In Delhi

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The event was organized by the National Transport Research Organization (NTRO), formerly the Australian Road Research Board (ARRB) with logistical support from Indian Road Survey & Management Pvt Limited (IRSM).

New Delhi. A seminar titled ‘India-Australia Partnership” was held on 5th November 2024 at Hotel Taj Mahal, New Delhi that focused on the new ways of Infrastructure Management through the adoption of the World’s best practices in road asset management that can be applied to India’s roads and highways for driving best asset management outcomes.

NTRO is an Australian Government-owned research organization with over 64 years of expertise in transportation technology, asset management (including material science and maintenance), and road safety. IRSM is the Indian joint venture partner of NTRO, established in 2009 and the first Company in India to introduce advanced road infrastructure measurement and assessment in the country. 

The event was attended by senior officials from MORTH, NHAI, CRRI, State PWD, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), private ConsultantsAustralian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), as well as and private consultants, and investors like CUBE Highways. and AUSTRADE. 

Mr. Michael Caltabiano, CEO of NTRO, leading the seminar, introduced the audience to cutting-edge technologies on road asset management developed by NTRO and widely used in Australia, New Zealand, the USA, and countries in the European Union. The focus of the seminar was on the Intelligent Pavement Assessment Vehicle (iPAVE) that is set to be introduced in India shortly. Emphasis was placed on the timely maintenance of the country’s $ 3 trillion asset to deliver better value to the community. This vehicle can collect surface and structural condition data, all in one go, traveling at high speeds. The technology is an important tool for providing valuable information to private investors in the road infrastructure sphere aiding in making informed investment decisions.

Mr. Richard Wix, Principal Technology Leader, NTRO explained the nuances of the iPAVE to the audience.

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