News from MRSM | Visit to Pilikula Science Centre

As part of the World Space Week celebrations 2026, Class IX students of Dr MRSM English Medium High School visited the Pilikula Science Centre on 7th October 2026. During the visit, a Satellite Model Making Competition was organized, and the students had the opportunity to view the innovative satellite models displayed by the participants. The students were also able to explore the exhibits related to science and space with the guidance of the staff.

News from MRSM | Winners of AICS Under 17, Boys Throwball Tournament

The students of Dr. MRSM English Medium School secured the Runner-Up Trophy at the AICS Under 17, Boys Throwball Tournament held at Bethany School, Kinnigoli on 28th October 2026. Dhyan M Kotian of Class X was honoured with the Best Receiver Award for his exceptional performance and contribution to the team's success. The school congratulates the entire throwball team and their coaches for this commendable accomplishment and wishes them continued success in their future sporting endeavours.

News from KSHEMA | Oration

The prestigious Nitte Oration was held on 10th October 2026 at the AIIMS Auditorium, New Delhi, as part of the National Airway Conference 2026. The oration was delivered by Dr. Sumalatha R Shetty, Professor of Anaesthesiology & Medical Superintendent, Justice K S Hegde Hospital, whose distinguished contributions to anaesthesia, patient care, academic teaching and professional development have been widely appreciated. Her dedication to the specialty and sustained efforts towards advancing airway management made the occasion particularly meaningful for the anaesthesia fraternity. The program was coordinated by Dr. Siri Kandavar and Dr. M. Govindraj Bhat. The Nitte Oration was a memorable highlight of the National Airway Conference 2026, reflecting Nitte's commitment to academic excellence and its contribution to the growth of anaesthesiology. The occasion was marked by respect, appreciation and a shared commitment to advancing clinical practice, education, and research in the specialty.

News from ABSMIDS | Inter-Nitte Achievements 2026

Inter-Nitte Achievements 2026

Report on Inter-Nitte Yoga Competition 2026

The Inter-Nitte Yoga Competition was organized by NMAM Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Karkala, on 12th October 2026. Students from A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, participated in the competition.

The ABSMIDS boys’ team secured First Runner-Up, while the girls’ team achieved Second Runner-Up in the competition.

 

Inter-Nitte Chess Tournament – 2026 The Inter-Nitte Chess Tournament was organized by KSHEMA on 24th October 2026 at Nitte University, Deralakatte. ABSMIDS Men's Team secured First Runner-Up, while the Women's Team secured Second Runner-Up.

 

Inter-Nitte Basketball Tournament – Women (2026) The ABSMIDS Women’s Basketball Team participated in the Inter-Nitte Basketball Tournament held on 16th October 2026 at B.C. Alva Indoor Stadium, Deralakatte, organized by NGSMIPS. The team displayed excellent teamwork and sportsmanship and secured the Second Runner-Up position.

 

Inter-Nitte Table Tennis Tournament – 2026 A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS) organized the Inter-Nitte Table Tennis Tournament on 27th October 2026 at the B.C. Alva Indoor Stadium, Deralakatte, Mangaluru. The ABSMIDS Men’s Table Tennis Team secured First Runner-Up, while the Women’s Team secured Second Runner-Up in the tournament. Both teams showcased excellent sportsmanship and competitive spirit.

Inter-Nitte Staff Badminton Tournament – 2026 Dr. Shrinidhi Jain, Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, participated in the Inter-Nitte Staff Badminton Tournament held on 27th October 2026, organized by A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences (ABSMIDS), and secured First Place in the tournament.

News from JKSHIM | The Entrepreneurial Journey: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management (JKSHIM) organized an Industry Masterclass on “The Entrepreneurial Journey: Turning Challenges into Opportunities” on 28 October 2026. The speaker, Mrs. Renu Jayaram, Founder of Craft Mantra, drew on over 35 years of experience to share her entrepreneurial journey, from her family’s garment business and co-founding Fab Earth in 2009 to establishing Craft Mantra in 2018. She highlighted the importance of recognizing opportunities, learning from unsuccessful partnerships, starting small and adapting to challenges, including pivoting to masks and sanitizer pouches during COVID-19. Her six take-home messages, forming the acronym JKSHIM—Join the Dots, Kindle Your Purpose, Start Small, Think Big, Harness Collaboration, Innovate Continuously, and Make Giving a Way of Life—emphasized resourcefulness, purpose, ethics and social responsibility. The session offered practical insights into building a resilient, sustainable enterprise while empowering women artisans and contributing to society.

News from KSHEMA | From Guidelines to Recovery: CME on Critical Care Nutrition

The CME on Critical Care Nutrition was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Dr. Suma Ballal, Dy. Registrar, Nitte DU Mangalore campus; the Guests of Honour, Dr. Veena Shetty, Professor, Microbiology and Dr. Siral Hegde, Asst. Medical Superintendent and Prof. (Dr) Sumalatha R Shetty, Medical Superintendent.

A book on "Nourish and Grow", a guide for parents and caregivers on feeding infants and children and a Nutrition Guide for Pregnant and Lactating Mothers was released during the occasion. Dr. Spoorthy Holla, a faculty from the Dept. of Anesthesiology delivered the keynote address.

The scientific sessions covered ICU nutrition in the first week, nutrition in organ failure and feeding intolerance, and paediatric critical care nutrition. The program closed with a panel discussion on delivering adequate nutrition in resource-limited ICUs, which led to lively audience participation. A Poster Presentation Competition was held on the theme "Sahi Poshan, Desh Roshan”.

News from KSHEMA | KSHEMA MEDIQUEST 2026

The Department of General Medicine, KS Hegde Medical Academy (KSHEMA), Nitte (Deemed to be University), in collaboration with MEDIORA – The Undergraduate Medicine Club, successfully organised KSHEMA MEDIQUEST 2026 – A Comprehensive Clinical Update through Interactive Learning on 10 October 2026 at Chinthana Hall, Justice KS Hegde Hospital, Mangaluru, with 140 delegates in attendance. The inaugural function was graced by Dr. Sukanya Shetty, Vice Dean, KSHEMA, as Chief Guest, and Dr. Jayaprakash Alva, Former Dean, Father Muller Medical College and Professor Emeritus, KSHEMA, as Guest of Honour. The scientific programme featured seven interactive sessions: “Neuro Detective: From Symptom to Lesion,” “The 24-Hour Doctor: Learning Without Losing Yourself,” “At the Bedside: Pulse & JVP Simplified,” “Percuss • Listen • Diagnose,” “Decoding Cardiac Murmurs,” “The Painful Joint: A Practical Approach,” and “Finding the Cause Behind the Count.” Case presentations by junior residents and expert-led discussions encouraged clinical reasoning, bedside examination skills and evidence-based decision-making. The programme was organised under the leadership of Dr. Suresh G, Organising Chairman; Dr. Rammohan, Organising Secretary; and Dr. Adithi K, Coordinator.

Rangotsav 2026 | Stories That Never Die | Nitte University

 

News from NRAMP | Annual Day Celebration-2026-27

NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, organized a series of celebrations from 26th to 28th October 2026, comprising Traditional Day, Talents Day, Cultural Day, and the Annual Day during the academic year 2026–27. The celebrations commenced on 26th October 2026 with Traditional Day and Talents Day, featuring the unveiling of the banner, singing competitions, and department-wise talent shows. Students enthusiastically participated in the various activities, showcasing their creativity, artistic abilities, and individual talents.

The celebrations continued on 27th October 2026 with Cultural Day, which featured various on-stage competitions highlighting the students’ cultural and artistic skills. The programme provided an opportunity for students to express their talents and fostered a spirit of creativity, teamwork, and healthy competition. Prizes were distributed to the winners of literary, cultural, and sports events in recognition of their achievements and participation.

The Annual Day was celebrated on 28th October 2026, bringing together the management, staff, students, and alumni. The programme was presided over by Sri A. Yogeesh Hegde, Director, C.M. & D., NET Campus, Nitte, while Dr. Srinath Shetty K, Professor and Resident Engineer, NET Campus, Nitte, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Sri Ubaidulla, Town Planner and Assistant Director (In-charge), Town Planning Authority, Kaup, and Sri Prashanth Naik, Senior Manager, Software Engineering, ACI Worldwide Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, were the alumni representatives.

The following staff who are due to retire in recognition of their dedicated service and valuable contributions to the institution. Sri Raghupathi Bhat N (Electrical & Electronics Engineering), Sri Rama Naik (Office Section), Sri Gurumurthy (Mechanical Engineering), Sri Deviprasad (Electronics & Communication Engineering), Sri Jayaraj (Civil Engineering), Sri Krishna Shenoy (Electronics & Communication Engineering), and Smt. Kushala (Civil Engineering).

The formal programme was followed by a Yakshagana performance by staff and students, and a Fashion Show by ADFT students, showcasing their creativity and talent. The three-day celebrations concluded on a joyful note, reflecting the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, cultural enrichment, student creativity, and the recognition of dedicated service.

News from NUCSER | Anti-Ragging week

The Anti-Ragging Committee of Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research organized a series of activities from 5 to 10 October 2026 to commemorate Anti-Ragging week. The activities were aimed at raising awareness about the importance of preventing ragging and sensitizing students to its adverse consequences. Through these initiatives, the committee reinforced the importance of fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment and promoting a ragging-free campus culture.

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED
1. Anti-ragging awareness street play The students of NUCSER staged a street play to raise awareness about ragging and its detrimental consequences on 5th October, 2026. The performance vividly portrayed the emotional and physical trauma experienced by victims, highlighting the broader social repercussions of such practices.

2. Poster-Making A poster-making competition on the theme “My Campus, My Safe Place” was organised on 6th October, 2026. The competition provided a creative platform for students to express the importance of fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment while highlighting the harmful consequences of ragging.

3. Digital Collage Making Digital collage-making competition on the theme “Healing the Scars: The Invisible Toll of Ragging” was held on 7 October 2026. The event encouraged students to use digital creativity to portray the often-hidden emotional and psychological consequences of ragging, including fear, anxiety, isolation, and loss of self-confidence.

4. Reel Making (8th October 2026) On 8th October, 2026, a reel-making competition on the theme “Say no to ragging-build a safe, respectful and inclusive campus” was organised. The initiative aimed to sensitize students to the importance of mutual respect, empathy, and responsible behaviour in creating a positive academic environment

5. Cipher Suite (9th October 2026) The college hosted the Cipher Suite event, which engaged students in structured technical or problem-solving activities aligned with the week's theme. The event encouraged students to engage in critical thinking, teamwork, logical reasoning, and collaborative problem-solving while reinforcing the values of mutual respect, trust, and cooperation.

Entries for various events were evaluated by a panel of judges, and the winners were felicitated during the annual cultural fest, Goonj, held on 15 October 2026. The activities conducted during Anti-Ragging week played a significant role in raising awareness about the harmful consequences of ragging and reinforcing NUCSER’s commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive campus environment.