News from JKSHCH | World Patient Safety Day 2026

Justice K S Hegde Charitable Hospital observed World Patient Safety Day 2026 on 17th September, 2026. The event provided a meaningful platform to strengthen the culture of safety, promote patient participation, and reaffirm the collective commitment towards delivering safe, patient-centred and quality healthcare, in alignment with the theme “Safe care for noncommunicable diseases.”

Dr. A. G. Jayakrishnan, Professor and Head, Dept. of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, JKSHCH, was the Chief Guest, Dr B Sandeep Rai, Dean, KSHEMA presided over the event. Dr. Sumalatha R Shetty, Medical Superintendent, JKSHCH welcomed the gathering. The patient safety day celebration report was presented by Dr.Chinju Raphy, Assistant Quality Manager, JKSHCH.

The chief guest addressed the gathering and shared valuable insights on the importance of patient care and safety and future of healthcare, the importance of Artificial Intelligence which will take a significant role in connecting patients, healthcare providers and public health systems in real time.

The Patient Advisory Council, an important initiative aimed at strengthening patient participation in healthcare and patient safety was inaugurated on this occasion. The participation and the achievements of staff and students through various patient-safety-related activities were recognised during the event.

News from NSAMEMHS | NSAM Nitte Shines at Shastra Cup 2026 Basketball Tournament

Basketball teams of NSAM English Medium School, Nitte achieved remarkable success at the Shastra Cup 2026 Inter-School Basketball Tournament, organised by the Shastra NextGen Basketball Academy under the sponsorship of Nitte Education Trust. Junior Girls Team bagged the Winners trophy. Drithi K of Class 7 was honoured as the Iconic Player of the Tournament. The Senior Girls Team secured the Runners-Up trophy.

News from NSAMEMHS | NSAM English Medium School Students Secure Third Place in Science Model Making Competition

Students of NSAM English Medium School, Nitte, Ms. Janvi Shetty, Ms. Drithi and Ms. Yuktha of Class 7, secured Third Place in the Science Model Making Competition organized by the SDG Cell, Nitte, Derlakatte, on 18 September 2026 as part of the Nitte Climate Action Programme (NCAP).

News from NICO | Documentary Film Screening and Discussion

Nitte Institute of Communication (NICO), in association with the Nitte Film Society organised a documentary film screening and discussion titled “One Nation, One GST?” on 21 September 2026. The documentary, directed by Haleema Shiza, explored the impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on ordinary citizens, businesses, prices and public policy. Through personal narratives and visual storytelling, the film examined the relationship between taxation, economic realities and everyday experiences.

The screening was attended by students and faculty members, providing an opportunity to engage with contemporary socio-economic issues through documentary filmmaking. Following the screening, a discussion was conducted, encouraging participants to reflect on the film’s themes, filmmaking approach and the diverse perspectives surrounding GST. Dr. Moulya Baladi, Head, NICO and Mr. Prakash K, Assistant Professor, NICO were associated with the event. The program encouraged critical thinking, media literacy and meaningful discussion among students.

News from NSAMEMHS | Championship in the Udupi District AICS Cross Country Race

Students of Dr.NSAM English Medium High School, Nitte have secured the overall championship in the Udupi District AICS Cross Country Race, hosted by Shri Bhuvanendra Residential School, Karkala on 19th September 2026.

The students also excelled in the Best Athlete Awards, securing honours across all four categories—Under-17 Boys, Under-17 Girls, Under-14 Boys and Under-14 Girls.

In the Under-17 Boys category, Varshith Gowda (Class 10) won the Gold Medal, while Prasthuthi (Class 9) secured 4th place in the Under-17 Girls category. In the Under-14 Boys category, Varshith (Class 8) won the Bronze Medal and Viyaan D’Souza (Class 8) secured 6th place. In the Under-14 Girls category, Naija Hegde (Class 8) secured 7th place.

News from NRAMP | Training on “CPR”

The NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, in association with the NSS, Technical Club and Red Cross Unit, Nitte, organised a Hands-on Training and Workshop on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on 9th September 2026.

Dr. Pranav Prakash, Senior Consultant, Department of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, KMC, Manipal trained the second year students with CPR techniques and prepare them to respond effectively in situations involving cardiac emergencies.

News from KSHEMA | CME on Lung Transplantation

The Department of Pulmonary Medicine, in association with Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, organized a CME on Lung Transplantation on 12th September 2026 at Chintana Hall, Justice KS Hegde Charitable Hospital. The program was graced by Prof. (Dr.) B. Sandeep Rai, Dean, KS Hegde Medical Academy, with Dr. Ramesh Chandra Sahoo, Eminent Senior Pulmonologist, Mangaluru, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Abhimanyu Punja, Senior Resident, Radiodiagnosis, KSHEMA, delivered a session on “From Diagnosis to Allograft: The Role of Radiology in Lung Transplantation.” Dr. Sunil Kumar K, Transplant Pulmonologist, Aster CMI Hospital, addressed the “Medical Aspects of Lung Transplantation,” while Dr. Sriram Vijayapuri, Lung Transplant Surgeon, Aster CMI Hospital, addressed the “Surgical Aspects of Lung Transplantation.” The CME provided an academic platform for gaining insights into the multidisciplinary approach to lung transplantation, including radiological evaluation, medical management, and surgical considerations.

News from NSAMFGCN | Guest Talk

The NSS and YRC of Dr. NSAM First Grade College, Nitte, with the IQAC, organized a talk on "Food as Medicine: Healthy Eating for Physical and Mental Well-being" on 21st September 2026 at LH- B501, New Academic Building, NMAMIT Campus, Nitte. Chief Guest Dr. Vidya Rajesh, Clinical Dietitian, Dr. TMA Pai Rotary Hospital, Karkala, addressed on the issue related to balanced diet supports physical and mental health.

News from NRAMP | Training Programme on Life Skills, Leadership and Personal Development

NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, in association with the NSS Unit, conducted a series of training programmes for first-year students on 22nd September 2026.

The programme was organised to promote the holistic development of students by strengthening essential life skills, leadership qualities, problem-solving abilities, self-confidence, positive thinking, civic responsibility and moral values.

JC Shrinith Kulal – Zone Trainer, Zone 15; JFD Pradeep Shetty – Provisional Zone Trainer; JFD MN Nayak – Zone Trainer, Zone 15; JC Veerendra RK – Zone Trainer, Zone 15; JC Mohan Nakare – Zone Trainer, Zone 15 and JC Jayashree Prakash – Zone Trainer, Zone 15 were the resource persons. The training programmes provided students with valuable insights into the importance of developing personal, social and leadership skills alongside technical education. The programme, conducted in association with the NSS Unit of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, reflects the institution’s commitment to the overall development of students by providing opportunities to build not only technical competencies but also the values, attitudes, confidence and life skills essential for becoming responsible and capable individuals.

News from NRAMP | Sports Activity: Congratulations to Ms. Sakshi

Ms. Sakshi, a III Semester Computer Science student of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, secured the Silver Medal in the 3000m event at the District Level Dasara Sports Meet held at Ajjarakadu, Udupi, on 20th September 2026.

The Management, Principal and Staff of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, warmly congratulate Ms. Sakshi on this remarkable achievement and wish her continued success in her future sporting and academic endeavours.