Volume 5 Issue II, July 2023 PDF of the CURSOR 5.0 Volume 5 Issue II July 2023 Message from the Director 9 Message from the Deputy Director 10 Message from the Editor 11 Is the EV switch enough? 13 The Blockchain Arena 15 Chandrayaan 3: The Silver Lining 17 Unleashing the Power of AI - A Double-Edged Sword 20 Why Face Not Faces? 19 Blockchain: The Future 24 Photography Contest 28 Cyber Jaagrookta(Awareness) Diwas 29 TABLE OF CONTENTS Marketing Masterclass 30 LinkedIn Training Workshop for Career Leads 31 A Resume Workshop for resume building 32 Cyber Jaagrookta(Awareness) Diwas 34 Box Cricket Tournament at SICSR 35 Annual Dance Competition 36 About 5 Vision and Mission 7 Transforming the IT Landscape: A Hands-on Workshop on DevOps and AWS 37 Girls Badminton Tournament 41 Annual General Meeting 42 Origami Workshop 43 "Dare To Be" International Women's Day Celebration 44 A Street Play by Drama Club 45 Mixed Doubles Tournament held by SICSR at SSSS Lavale campus 47 Education Week Competition 48 Cyber Jaagrookta(Awareness) Diwas 49 Chess Tournament at SICSR 50 Cricket Tournament held by SICSR at SIU Hill Top Multipurpose Ground 51 Cyber Jaagrookta(Awareness) Diwas 53 Sports Quiz held by SICSR 54 Day of Reading 56 59 61 Hurukuro Series - March 62 User Experience and Interface Design 38 Cyber Jaagrookta(Awareness) Diwas 40 58 Forschung Series - April 63 Researcher of the Quarter ( January 2023 - March 2023) Researcher of the Quarter ( April 2023 - June 2023) Student Achievement - Kushagra Shrivastava Student Achievement - Shubham Wadekar 69 Student Achievement - Rahul Bihani 70 Student Achievement - Tasneem Khozema Bawaji 71 Student Achievement - Anamaya Saraogi 72 Alumni Achievement - Ms. Adhunika Prakash 73 Alumni Achievement - Ms. Priti Phatale 75 Alumni Achievement - Mr.Rishi Parpyani 76 Alumni Achievement - Mr. Balaji Kapsikar 77 66 Student Achievement - Yash Garg & Team 67 Student Achievement - Manasvi Kotak & Team 68 64 65 Cursor 5.0 Editorial Team 80 Cursor 5.0 Student Editorial Team 81 Japan Study Tour 6 days International eFDP on Applications of Machine Learning in IoT and Data Analytics Internationalization at SICSR ABOUT CURSOR 5.0 CURSOR 5.0 will act as a medium for the exchange of thoughts of faculty members, students, alumni, and other stakeholders of the institute. CURSOR 5.0 also be a quick look-book for all the important events, news, and notifications of SICSR. It encourages freedom of expression through articles, reviews, art, and poetry. Technology updates and/or reviews of technology trends Research articles Comments on current topics Literary/creative writing Computer Science and Information Technology Student and Campus Life Happening at the institute Staff, Student, and Alumni Achievements and Awards Internationalization at the Institute Connecting with Alumni CURSOR 5.0 is an official Electronic Magazine of Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), a constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, Pune Starting Month and Year: July 2019 Language: English Frequency of publication: Two per year: Every July and January AIM: SCOPE: Through this endeavor, staff, students, and alumni of SICSR would get a platform to express themselves through various forms of writing like: On topics related, but not limited to 5 ABOUT CURSOR 5.0 PUBLISHER'S DETAILS Owner Name/ Responsible Person Name: Shirish Joshi Name of Issuing/ Publishing body: Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research E-mail: shirish.joshi@sicsr.ac.in Mobile: 9890645817 Address: C/O Sicsr, Atur Centre, Model Colony Town \ City: Pune Pin Code: 411016 State: Maharashtra 6 To inculcate the spirit of To contribute towards knowledge To promote ethical and value-based learning To foster the spirit of national development To inculcate cross-cultural sensitisation To develop global competencies amongst students To nurture creativity and encourage entrepreneurship To enhance employability and contribute to human resource development To promote health and wellness amongst students, staff & the community To instil sensitivity amongst the youth towards the community and environment To produce thought provoking leaders for the society VISION Promoting international understanding through quality education. MISSION 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family) generation and dissemination VISION AND MISSION 7 From the Director's Desk Dear Students, A warm and hearty welcome to all of you as we step into another exciting year at Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR). I am delighted to present the second edition of CURSOR 5.0, Volume 5 Issue II, July 2023. CURSOR 5.0 reflects our institute's vibrant community, showcasing our students, faculty, and staff's remarkable talent, creativity, and achievements. This magazine is a dynamic platform for sharing ideas, insights, and experiences. I am immensely proud of our team's dedication and hard work in curating this edition. Their efforts have brought life to the pages you hold in your hands. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to each one of you for making CURSOR 5.0 a vibrant celebration of our shared journey at SICSR. With best wishes, Dr. Jatinderkumar R. Saini, Professor & Director, Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), Pune 9 From the Deputy Director's Desk Dear Readers, It brings me immense joy to welcome you to the second edition of CURSOR 5.0, Volume 5 Issue II, July 2023 . As the Deputy Director of Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), I am delighted to witness the creativity and innovation showcased in this magazine. CURSOR 5.0 is a platform for our talented students to express their voices and perspectives. It reflects the diverse achievements and dynamic spirit of our community. The dedicated team behind this magazine has done a commendable job in curating engaging content. Their passion is evident in every page. I encourage each of you to actively participate in shaping the future editions of CURSOR 5.0. Your contributions and feedback are vital in nurturing a sense of belonging within our institute. Thank you for your unwavering support, and I hope CURSOR 5.0 continues to be a source of inspiration for all. With warm regards, Dr. Parag Kaveri Assistant Professor & Deputy Director, Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), Pune 10 From the Editor's Desk Dear Readers, With great enthusiasm, I extend my warmest greetings as we present to you the latest edition of CURSOR 5.0, the e-magazine that reflects the vibrant spirit of our esteemed institution. As the editor, I am honored to guide this remarkable publication under the visionary leadership of Dr. J. R. Saini. Our dedicated team has poured their hearts and souls into curating a collection that encapsulates the achievements, perspectives, and aspirations of our extraordinary students, faculty, and staff. Within these pages, you will find a tapestry of thought- provoking articles, captivating features, and insightful commentary that provide a glimpse into the dynamic happenings on our campus. We strive to foster a sense of community and connection, and CURSOR 5.0 serves as a platform for our university community to share their voices, ideas, and experiences. Your support and engagement have been instrumental in the growth and success of CURSOR, and we are grateful for your continued encouragement. As we embark on this collective journey, I invite you to explore this edition and immerse yourself in the diverse perspectives and stories that unfold. Your feedback and contributions are invaluable as we strive to create future editions that inspire, inform, and unite us. Thank you for your unwavering support of CURSOR. Together, let us continue to celebrate the richness and brilliance of our university community. Warm regards, Dr. Rajashree Jain Editor, CURSOR 5.0 Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research (SICSR), Pune 11 Is the EV switch enough? Name : Sachkeerat Singh PRN : 21030121155 Batch : BCA 2021 - 2024 Is the EV switch enough? The preceding years have seen an increase in the production and adoption of electric- powered vehicles while slowly shifting away from combustion powered engines across India with the government aiming to have over 8 crore electric vehicles on the road by 2030. Although increasingly popular, for many this shift brings with it burning questions: Is switching to electric vehicles enough? Are they even green? Is climate change real? Simply put, no, yes, and definitely yes, but to understand why it isn’t sufficient to just switch to electric vehicles and hope for the best we must take a deeper look. 13 https://climate.mit.edu/ask-mit/are-electric-vehicles-definitely-better-climate gas- powered-cars https://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2017/dec/25/how green-are- electric- cars https://www.investindia.gov.in/sector/renewable-energy They are much, much better in terms of their overall impact on the climate in comparison to combustion vehicles and are set to improve more over time. It is essential that we find answers to these questions and develop resolutions around them. In the end, the entirety can be encapsulated well by saying: As the grid and supply chain get cleaner, electric vehicles get greener. Bibliography Raw materials prove to be difficult: Most electric-powered vehicles make use of lithium-ion batteries made up of rare earth metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel that can be linked with profound environmental and human rights issues. Mining of cobalt in certain countries involves the use of "artisanal" miners often children digging these metals using hand tools putting their health and safety at great risk. Obtaining lithium requires the use of large amounts of groundwater, thus reducing what's available for farmers in nearby areas and making the production of electric batteries up to 50% more water-intensive than combustion engines. In addition to this, extracting these metals from their ores involves smelting, a process that releases sulphur oxide and other harmful gases into the atmosphere Despite these shortcomings, it mustn’t be taken to believe that electric vehicles aren’t any good. The source matters: The major source of EV emissions comes from the energy used to charge their batteries. Norway, a leader in the adoption of electric vehicles can celebrate that their electric vehicles are clean as they are majorly run on hydropower, but not everyone can. Much of the world still generates energy by burning fossil fuels. In India’s case, coal is the prime choice. The good news is that there is a large push for renewable energy additions across the globe, India grew 9.83% in renewable additions in 2022 itself with solar leading the charge. However, how we produce electricity has ways to go before we can consider electric vehicles to be fully emission-free. 14 Due to its several definitions based on its applications and the wide range of things it is capable of, blockchain has grown to be an increasingly enigmatic term in modern times. We will redefine the area in which blockchain genuinely operates in this post. Blockchain defined in terms of the function it performs: A set of technologies (asymmetric cryptography and hashing) that do away with the requirement for trust and dependability when transacting with things of value. Because even the least liquid digital wallet's transaction data is permanently preserved in the blockchain, trust becomes futile. It is essentially a trustless system. Challenges: Then why does the world need to rely on a decentralized peer-to-peer connected network becomes a question. What's wrong with the centralized institutions we have today? Name: Rudraksh Singh Bais PRN: 23030122020 Batch: BBA-IT(2023-2027) The Blockchain Arena 15 https://wellideate.wixsite.com/wellideate/post/the-blockchain-arena E.g., the diamond industry in Surat Around 500,000 people are employed by the $11 billion Surat diamond polishing sector. Promissory notes are used in this business. Due to the requirement that these pricey diamonds only be purchased from reputable peers, there are numerous intermediaries (small diamond traders) involved in this situation. This business is susceptible to disruption starting with the process of mining and examining diamonds, by tagging them to a unique hash number and preserving the data about the rarity of the diamond using asymmetric cryptography on the blockchain. T - Transactions Industries where there is a trade-off or transaction of some kind. These transactions are recorded on the blockchain. S - Stable data (Non - Volatile data) Industries where there is a body of non-volatile, stable data that is not frequently updated. in order for it to be recorded on the blockchain Final word: Printing Press filled the Knowledge gap. Powered engines filled the Power gap. The Internet did the same with the Distance gap. Will the trust gap be closed by blockchain when it comes to dealing with things that have monetary value? Analogically, humans do not rule by sheer force of will; rather, they do so by creating potent tools that are significantly more effective than they are. Bibliography Comparatively: These centralized institutions may be, dishonest or corrupt, inadequate in managing, may be conned. An effective system that is less susceptible to fraud and poor management is therefore required. The question of which industries it can be a solution for now emerges; or, to put it another way, what is the arena of blockchain? The 'FITS Model' is a model that we have for this. The FITS Model F - Fraud Industries with a high concentration of fraud-prone procedures. For instance, Blockchain is currently being used in International Transactions and Remittances. I - Intermediaries Environments in which many intermediates are present. especially in situations where these middlemen don't add much value. Estimates: In some areas, the time it takes for a transaction to settle can be reduced from two days to fifteen minutes. such as in the issuance of bonds, stock, and remittances. 16 Chandrayaan 3: The Silver Lining Name: Anamaya Saraogi PRN: 22030121020 Batch: BBA-IT(2022-2025) India is celebrating the successful completion of phase 1 of mission Chandrayaan 3. This article will delve into the significance that the accomplishment of this mission holds for India. Before we discuss Chandrayaan 3, it is important we know about the previous lunar expeditions India has undertaken. The Indian Lunar Odyssey began in 2008 with the launch of Chandrayaan1 which played a crucial role in confirming the presence of water on the moon. It proved to be a fillip to scientific advancements and lunar advancements across the globe. The moon, which was deemed dry and inhabitable, was confirmed to have water on its surface. India’s second lunar probe, Chandrayaan2 was set in motion with the objective of further investigating the extent of water distribution on the moon’s surface and exploring its south pole which lies in the shadows. It was believed that the craters in this region were home to fossil remains of the early solar system which held answers to questions regarding the origin and evolution of this celestial body. Among these its aim was to demonstrate the soft landing of a lander and rover on the moon. To much of India’s dismay, the lander (Vikram) crashed on the moon, proving to be a great setback for the nation and cause of criticism for the ISRO. However, the mission was not a complete failure. It was revealed by the space agency that the orbiter had produced significant data regarding the surface, subsurface and the exosphere of the moon. 17 ndia is back with its second attempt at safe landing on the moon. Chandrayaan 3 took off successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Center in Andhra Pradesh on 14th July with the intent of achieving what its predecessor failed to. It is expected to land after 42 days around 23rd August. The success of this mission is India’s ticket into the band of nations, currently consisting of the US, Russia and China, that have accomplished lunar landings. Taking a lesson from the last time, the Chandrayaan 3 has been built keeping in mind all the elements that led to the failure of the previous mission. This 600 crore project is fitted with not one, but two “lander hazard detection and avoidance cameras”. The Vikram lander is now modified to have stronger legs and an increased landing velocity which enables it to manage complex landing situations. It is also fitted with solar panels to ensure endless supply of power. Chandrayaan 3 is a major stimulus to India’s first human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan. The project aims to test human spaceflight abilities by launching a crew of 3 members to an orbit of 400 km for 3 days and bringing them abc safely by landing in Indian sea waters.The same rocket which launched Chandrayaan 3 will be used for this ambitious project. As per information by ISRO chairman S. Somnath, the first abort mission for Gaganyaan will be held towards the end of August. Chandrayaan 3 is a message of hope from ISRO to the world. Despite the heartbreaking failure of its last mission, the space agency has proved that ambition, hardwork and optimism can make one reach great heights...even the moon. https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/missions/chandrayaan1/indepth/ https://www.isro.gov.in/Chandrayan_2.html https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explainedscitech/chandrayaan3launchchandray aan2missioncrashland8691145/ https://www.india.com/news/india/isroschandrayaan3allsettolaunchtodayhowisitdifferentfro mchandrayaan2explained6166097/ https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/science/isrosfirsthumanspaceflightprogrammer eceivesmajorboostwithchandrayaan3success/articleshow/101777543.cms BIBLIOGRAPHY : 18 Why Face Not Faces? - Poem Name: Devika S PRN: 22030121277 Batch: BCA(2022-25) Brain are like rises each time you mount, new chapter begins ... Eyes are like doors each time you open, capture’s new world ... Ears are like drum the harsher you go with, more it gets bruised ... Nose are like switch just puff and sniff ... Lips are like sealed knots once broke then shattered ... Neck are like antenna once turned then defunct ... 19 Unleashing the Power of AI - A Double-Edged Sword Name: Aditya Bajaj PRN: 21030122009 Batch: BBA-IT(2021-2024) In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has both captivated our imagination and sparked genuine concerns. AI holds immense potential to revolutionize countless industries, but it has also birthed a disquieting phenomenon known as deepfakes. Brace yourself as we delve into the gripping rise of AI and deepfakes, unmasking their implications and the dire need for vigilance The integration of AI technology into our daily lives has birthed awe-inspiring progress. AI algorithms can now sift through vast data troves, perform intricate tasks, and even mimic human behavior. Yet, as AI continues to advance, so too does the ominous threat of deepfakes. Artificial intelligence encompasses the creation of computer systems capable of executing tasks that have traditionally demanded human intellect. These systems learn from experience, adapt to new information, and make decisions based on patterns and algorithms. AI applications span various industries, such as healthcare, finance, entertainment, and beyond. 20