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1 2 Hyderabad: Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticulture University is set to become the first university in India to integrate cutting-edge technologies like the internet of things and artificial intelligence for plant, flower modelling. Dedicated laboratory This innovative initiative will help farmers accurately predict crop yields and identify potential diseases affecting flowers, fruits, and vegetables. To further this vision,university plans to establish a dedicated laboratory on its Mulugu campus. Recently, the university hosted a workshop with experts, including Takashi Watanabe, professor at the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kumamoto University, Japan, and Raju Edla, professor and dean at Vishnu Educational Development and Innovation Centre in Hyderabad. The workshop focused on applying geographical information systems (GIS) to study Japanese flora and explore the world's plant resources. ‘To leverage IoT' Danda Raji Reddy, vice-chancellor of the horticulture university, shared insights with TOI on the future of horticulture. He emphasised that IoT will form the foundation of the university's research and development efforts. The mapping of horticultural crops will be carried out using remote sensing and GIS, enabling more precise monitoring and management of plant health. Raji Reddy also outlined plans for DNA fingerprinting and genome sequencing of key horticultural plants, including vegetables, fruits, and medicinal plants. These advances will allow for a deeper understanding of plant genetics and better pest and disease management. Additionally, the university aims to develop AI-driven models using machine learning and deep learning techniques to optimise plant growth and predict potential challenges. With GIS and remote sensing, the university will be able to access data more rapidly, enabling faster decision-making and enhancing crop management strategies. Raji Reddy mentioned that the university is actively working on developing large-scale data models to support these initiatives in near future. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword .INDIANAPOLIS — It was just a 10-yard completion, easy to overlook in the wake of a record-setting rushing day and easy to dismiss as one of just 11 pass attempts throughout the Indianapolis Colts’ 38-30 victory Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. But Anthony Richardson’s third-and-8 pass to wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. just after the two-minute warning in the fourth quarter was pivotal to holding off the visitors’ late rally. If the Colts were forced to punt in that situation, a defense that had allowed touchdowns on three consecutive drives — of 70, 55 and 71 yards — would be back on the field with tremendous pressure to prevent the game going to overtime. Richardson was cold and out of rhythm. He’d been sacked on his most recent pass attempt — on third-and-9 with 6:51 remaining — and he hadn’t gotten a pass off since throwing an incompletion intended for wide receiver Josh Downs at the 11:20 mark. With the dual-threat quarterback and running back Jonathan Taylor combining for 270 of Indianapolis’ single-game franchise-record 335 rushing yards, Richardson had not completed a pass since the 8:33 mark of the third quarter, and he was just 1-for-2 in the second half. Still, he was calm and composed on the crucial third down — hitting Pittman on a simple out pattern to move the chains and keep the clock moving. When the Colts finally did punt the ball back to Tennessee, there were only three seconds remaining for the Titans to work with, It was a forgettable play in the grand scheme of the game, but it was also the most recent evidence of the 22-year-old quarterback’s ability to raise his level of play in the clutch. He’s 3-2 as a starter since taking the role back from veteran Joe Flacco, and the other two victories featured game-winning touchdown drives in the fourth quarter. “I think that’s a special trait — obviously as a young player — that he doesn’t flinch in those times, to lead those comebacks,” Colts head coach Shane Steichen said. “Obviously, the (New York) Jets, the New England (Patriots) game, I mean, those are big-time drives to go win games. “You want that out of young players, especially (when) you see the veteran guys do it around the league all the time, but to do it as a young player speaks volumes of the person that he is.” Despite Richardson’s up-and-down season, Indianapolis has maintained steadfast belief in his potential. Even when he was benched for Flacco, the organization repeatedly stated it was not giving up on the quarterback as its future leader. There’s still plenty of work to be done. Richardon has completed just 47.7% of his passes, and he’s thrown 12 interceptions in 11 starts. His rushing ability again was evident Sunday, and he’s set franchise single-season records for a quarterback with 499 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns. And he has proven his big-play ability with a league-leading 14.4 yards per completion. The Colts still believe improved consistency will come with increased reps, and they hold out hope the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft can still become the long-term answer at the game’s most important position. For now, Richardson’s late-game heroics offer the most compelling argument in his favor. “I think it’s just me just playing all the way until the clock hits zero,” Richardson said of his mindset. “I never think about fourth quarter moments or anything like that. I just try to play until the game’s over. And it just happens sometimes that most of it happens in the fourth quarter. So I just try to play through the whistle and just play through the whole game.” After rushing for 218 yards and three touchdowns against the Titans – both the second-highest single-game totals of his career – Taylor has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week. It was a major bounce-back performance after Taylor’s unforced fumble just short of the goal line cost the Colts dearly in a pivotal loss against the Denver Broncos a week prior. “It’s always exciting to see that dude just do what he does,” Richardson said. “It’s fascinating, honestly, just to see him hit a gap and just take it to the house. It’s just amazing, especially thinking about what happened in the Denver game. It honestly like wiped my mind. I wasn’t even thinking about it until people were talking about him coming back and having the game he did. “It’s like ‘OK, that’s the type of player he is, the type of person he is.’ He always wants to do better for the team and for himself. And just to see him do that and get what he did on Sunday is just a blessing.” The Colts officially signed right guard Mark Glowinski to the 53-man roster Tuesday after he’d been called up for game day in each of the past three weeks. Guard Antonio Mafi was re-signed to the practice squad after being released from the 53-man roster Monday.Byline: V Nichita Namma Bengaluru had a whirlwind year that went beyond its usual fame for traffic jams and lip-smacking dosas and idlis. From triumphs to tragedies, the city’s moments in the global spotlight shaped conversations worldwide. Here’s a look at what made Bengaluru trend in 2024: March 1: Blast at Rameshwaram Cafe Earlier this year, this Bengaluru restaurant was the site of a shocking bomb blast. CCTV footage of the incident quickly spread on social media. March 17: RCB win at the women’s cricket championship Social media was abuzz post Royal Challengers Bangalore’s win at the women’s cricket championship. The cup coming home after 16 years was an emotional moment for all, and the fact that it was the women who won had everybody celebrating. April 4: The heat wave in Bengaluru amid a severe water crisis and no rains Bengaluru’s reputation for the ideal weather was shattered this year by a scorching summer heatwave amid a critical water shortage. Images of residents queuing up while waiting for water tankers circulated widely, sparking discussions about climate change and urban water crises in India. October 24: Rains bring Bengaluru to a halt As if the summer heat wasn’t enough, the monsoon brought further disruption to Bengaluru, with severe flooding impacting areas like Manyata Tech Park, a prominent IT center. Scenes of waterlogged offices and stranded workers quickly spread across social media, once again raising concerns about urban planning and infrastructure. November and December: Music icons rock Bengaluru Bengaluru enjoyed a year of memorable concerts in 2024, hosting Bollywood star Sunidhi Chauhan, Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh (whose concert in the city featured a viral appearance by Deepika Padukone), Karan Aujla (performing with rapper Hanumankind), and culminating in a spectacular show by international icon Bryan Adams. December 9: Bengaluru techie suicide case The year ended on a somber note in Bengaluru with the suicide of tech worker Atul Subhash. He left behind a 24-page note and a 90-minute video detailing allegations of harassment by his estranged wife and her family over dowry. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword . Spread love this holiday season with these Christmas wishes , messages , and quotes .