News from JKSHIM | One-day Executive Development Program

Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management, Nitte in association with the Centre for Indian Knowledge System, Nitte University, successfully organized a one-day Executive Development Program (EDP) on 11th July 2025. The program titled "Building Resilience for the Sustained Success of an Organisation: Techniques, Cases, Practices and Benefits" was aimed at both academia and industry professionals.

The EDP was jointly conducted by Dr. Sudhir M, Director, JKSHIM and Dr. Sudhir Raj, Professor and Coordinator of the Centre for Indian Knowledge System, Nitte University. The program was coordinated by Dr. Nidhisha H, Assistant Professor, JKSHIM.

This one-day intensive program offered participants a deep dive into contemporary research, practical frameworks, and case studies related to organizational resilience. Key insights were drawn from the domains of neuroscience and positive psychology, which were effectively integrated into the training modules to provide evidence-based and actionable knowledge.

News from NUINS | International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, NUINS, observed the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on 4th July 2025. The event featured a convincing role play by second-year GNM students on “Consumption of Drugs and its Disadvantages,” highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse. Mr. Sukesh, HoD delivered an insightful address emphasizing the health risks and societal consequences of drug use. The program was graced by dignitaries from Sayyed Madani High School, NUINS faculty and PG students. The event was coordinated by Ms. Suviksha R Bhandary, Asst. Lecturer, NUINS.

News from NUINS | Ews from Awareness on Students Behaviour and Parents Role | Teacher-Parent Meeting

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences conducted an awareness programme titled - “Awareness on Students Behaviour and Parents Role” on 1st July 2025 at Sayyed Madani High School, Halekote, Ullala. Held during the school's Teacher-Parent Meeting, the session aimed to help parents better understand and manage student behaviour with empathy. Mrs. Prathima Sherigarthy, Lecturer, served as the resource person and addressed issues such as mobile phone addiction, rising anxiety, and the importance of creating a supportive home environment.

News from MRPITI | Farewell Function for Mr. Gururaj Bhat at M.R. Punja ITI

M.R. Punja ITI organized a heartfelt farewell function on 30th June 2025 to honor Mr. Gururaj Bhat for his dedicated service of 31 years. Principal Mr. Hari H welcomed the gathering and praised Mr. Bhat for his discipline, humility and exceptional hospitality. He highlighted Mr. Bhat's contribution to the success of numerous Fitter Trade students globally.

Mr. Raghavendra Adiga applauded Mr. Bhat’s hard work & patience, while Mr. Harishchandra A appreciated his amicable nature and kind interactions with colleagues and trainees.

Mr. Bhat attended the function with his wife, Mrs. Sujatha Gururaj Bhat, and son Mr. Pawan Kumar.

The program included a prayer by COPA students Deeksha, Tanushree and Prathiksha. Mr. Vishwanath Rao (staff) and Mr. Rahul (Fitter II year student) shared their thoughts on Mr. Bhat’s contributions. Mr. Shayana read the appreciation note and Mr. Teerthan anchored the event. Ms. Suresh S delivered the vote of thanks.

News from NIPE | Vanamahotsava Day Celebrations

The NSS unit of Nitte Institute of Professional Education (NIPE), in collaboration with the Energy, Environment Conservation & Go Green Cell and Lions Shakthi Mangaluru, celebrated Vanamahotsava Day on 8th July 2025. The event featured Chief Guest Lion Vrinda N Prabhu, President, Lions Shakthi Mangalore and Ms. Chandravathi Vishwanath, former Corporator of Kannur Ward. Their speeches highlighted the critical need for plantation initiatives

The program was presided over by Dr. Jnaneshwar Pai Maroor, Principal, NIPE and concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Riyaz. A tree plantation drive followed, during which 30 saplings were planted on campus, with the support of Lions Shakthi members, NSS volunteers and staff members of NIPE.

News from ABSMIDS | Write it right: Mastering publishing and grants

The Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, ABSMIDS conducted a CDE Program on “Write it Right: Mastering Publishing and Grants” on 4th July 2025 at Avishkar Auditorium. The resource persons for the program were Dr. Ravikiran Ongole, Professor, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru who spoke on Maximizing Research Impact: A Critical look at Publications and Conferences and Dr. Veena K M, Professor, Yenepoya Dental College, Mangaluru who spoke on From Idea to Grant: A Step by Step Guide to Research Funding in Dentistry.

The delegates included faculty, undergraduates, postgraduates of ABSMIDS and faculty & interns from neighbouring colleges.

News from NSAMEMHS | Vanamahotsava

Vanamahotsava was celebrated on 5th July 2025, as a part of the ‘Planting Trees for Resilience’ initiative of the school committee.

In the school assembly, a few students created awareness by giving effective talks on the importance of trees and their socio-economic effects. Students planted saplings thereafter.

News from NMAMIT | NMAMIT hosts Five-Day Faculty Development Programme on ‘LEARN’

NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte, a constituent college of Nitte University, organised a five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “LEARN - Learning Excellence and Reinventing Nurturing” from 7th to 11th July 2025.

The FDP was inaugurated by Dr. Sandeep Shastri, Vice President, Nitte Bengaluru Campus, who served as the Chief Guest. Prof. (Dr.) Gopal Mugeraya, Vice President (Technical Education), Nitte DU presided over the function. Dr. Shastri highlighted the importance of shifting from traditional teaching methods to student-centered, reflective and experiential learning practices. Dr. Mugeraya emphasized the role of faculty in nurturing innovation and excellence in higher education.

The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Nagesh Prabhu, Vice Principal and Convenor of the FDP. Dr. Niranjan N. Chiplunkar, Principal, NMAMIT, also addressed the gathering, stressing the importance of continuous professional development for educators. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Grynal D’Mello, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering. Ms. Shwetha Bharath, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Humanities was the master of ceremony.

The FDP is tailored for faculty with less than 15 years of teaching experience. Renowned academicians and professionals from across India, including Dr. Shailaja Shastri, Dr. Rajendra Joshi, Dr. Rajeev Sukumaran, Prof. S. L. Satheesh Kumar, Mr. Muthukumara Swamy and Dr. Mohan S. G will conduct the technical sessions across five days.

News from NSAMEMHS | Awareness on Sugar Consumption

Dr. NSAM English Medium High School organized an Awareness program on 25th June 2025 on excessive sugar consumption. Principal Mrs. Radha Prabhu addressed the students about the ill effects of excessive consumption of sugar and narrated a case study.

A skit on the subject was enacted by the girls of Class 8 & 9. A senior faculty member of the school educated students on the detrimental effects of excessive sugar consumption, explaining how it contributes to various health issues in the body and leads to numerous health problems. A short video on the side effects of sugar consumption was screened for the gathering.

News from NMAMIT | Congratulations Mr. Ajay Johan Braggs!

We are extremely proud to inform that Mr. Ajay Johan Braggs, a student of B.E in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (2021-22) and an esteemed alumnus of the NCC Naval Wing, NMAMIT (2021-2024), has been recommended in the SSB (Service Selection Board) interviews for both the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force.

He is now set to begin his training with the Indian Navy in the Executive Branch (General Service) at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala.

NMAMIT congratulates him wholeheartedly and wishes him great success as he begins this honorable journey in the service of the nation.