News from NUINS | Farewell to XIV Batch of Denmark Internship Students

Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences (NUINS), a constituent college of Nitte (Deemed to be University), organised the Valedictory Program for the XIV Batch of Denmark Internship Students on 01 October 2026. The ceremony was presided over by Prof. (Dr.) Sabitha Nayak, Principal, NUINS. The Interns shared their transformative experiences - learnings in patient-centred care, community health, innovation in nursing practice, and cultural diversity. The event marked not just a farewell, but a celebration of global learning and professional growth.

The Denmark Internship Program is a flagship international collaboration of Nitte University, aimed at providing global clinical exposure and cross-cultural learning experience to nursing students.

News from NSAMFGCN | One Day Special Camp – “Restoring Our Campus Surroundings”

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October 2026, the NSS Unit of Dr. NSAM First Grade College, Nitte, in association with the IQAC, organised a one-day special camp themed “Restoring Our Campus Surroundings.” As part of the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) initiative, 138 NSS volunteers participated in campus cleaning activities, including waste collection, clearing of vegetation and debris, and a Panchayat road cleaning drive beyond the college premises, contributing to a cleaner, greener and healthier environment.

News from KSHEMA | CME-cum-Workshop

“Decoding Sleep: Advances in Sleep Medicine and Respiratory Care”

The Department of Respiratory Technology, Nitte Institute of Allied Health Sciences (NIAHS), in association with the Department of Pulmonary Medicine, KSHEMA, organized a CME-cum-Workshop titled “Decoding Sleep: Advances in Sleep Medicine and Respiratory Care” on 20 August 2026 Dr. Nandakishore Baikunje, Professor & Head, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, KS Hegde Medical Academy, delivered a session on “Sleep Studies in Clinical Practice: Choosing the Right Test for the Right Patient.” Ms. Pooja Karkera, Doctoral Researcher, Program Director, Academy of Advanced Sleep Diagnostics & Therapeutics, spoke on “Redefining OSA in Women: Moving Beyond Male-Centric Diagnostics Towards Gender-Tailored Precision Medicine.” Mr. Prithviraj S J, Behavioral Sleep Specialist & Co-Founder of Sleep Med Solutions Pvt Ltd. conducted a session on “The Blueprint of Sleep: Advanced Polysomnography Procedure and Scoring.” Dr. Chandramouli M T, Assistant Professor, Mr. Azeem M H and Mrs. Mansi Suresh, Ms. Rashmitha conducted the hands-on training in polysomnography. Students from various colleges in and around Mangalore attended the CME.

News from NSAMEMHS | Gandhi Jayanthi

Dr. N.S.A.M. English Medium High School observed Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd October 2026. The program started with a prayer. The Principal, Mrs. Radha Prabhu, spoke about the ideals of Gandhiji and encouraged students to inculcate these values. As a mark of Swachh Bharat, students cleaned the school premises and its surroundings.

News from NSAMEMHS | Master Noah Shines at National Level Swimming Competition

We are proud to state that our student, Noah Joe Pais of class 5, participated in the 6th National Level Finswimming Championship, 2026 held at Pune Maharashtra.

Competing against top swimmers from across the country, Noah Joe Pais delivered an exceptional performance and secured podium finishes in the following events:
Two Gold Medals in 200mtr Bi-Fins freestyle and 100 mtr Bi- Fins freestyle.

One Bronze Medal in 50 mtr Bi –Fins freestyle.  

We congratulate Noah for his excellent performance.

News from NRAMP | Gandhi Jayanti – Swachh Bharat Programme

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on the 2 October 2026, the NSS Unit of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte organized a Swachh Bharat (Campus Cleaning) Program. The event commenced with the Gandhi Jayanti and Swachhata Oath, in which the staff and students actively participated, reaffirming their commitment to cleanliness, hygiene and social responsibility. The cleanliness drive was carried out along the main road from Nitte Kemmannu Dwara up to the Nitte Masjid. The participants collected waste and cleaned the surroundings, demonstrating their commitment towards maintaining a clean and healthy environment. The program effectively conveyed the message of cleanliness, civic responsibility and collective participation.

News from NMAMIT | Japan’s Technological Expertise and India’s Young Talent can create new Opportunities: Consul General Nawata Hiroshi

The inauguration of the Centres of Excellence at Nitte Future Space, established at Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), a constituent college of Nitte (Deemed to be University), was held on 1 October 2026. His Excellency Mr. Nawata Hiroshi, Consul General of Japan in Bengaluru inaugurated the Centres of Excellence.

During his inaugural address, Mr. Hiroshi mentioned ‘New technological and industrial opportunities can be created by combining Japan’s technological and industrial expertise with India’s young talent and digital capabilities’.

Vice-Chancellor of Nitte (Deemed to be University), Prof. Dr. M. S. Moodithaya, congratulated the initiative and said that Centres of Excellence would play an important role in preparing students for the contemporary corporate world. He appreciated the contributions of Prof. Harikrishna Bhat, Director, International Collaboration, Nitte (Deemed to be University), and Ms. Yasuko Sato towards strengthening such initiatives for the benefit of the students of NitteDU.

Mr. Yutaka Shimomura, President and CEO, Takao Kogyo Co. Ltd., Japan, stressed the need to further strengthen the connect between young talent and the industrial sectors of India and Japan. He said that students from Nitte travelling to Japan would serve as an inspiration for the next generation. He noted that 115 students had travelled to Japan during the previous academic year, and expressed the goal of bringing more students to Japan in 2027. Mr. Sumanth Padival, Head of India Operations, WIPFLI India LLP, conveyed his best wishes to the initiative and also said that the curiosity within the students will take such initiatives and collaborations to the next higher levels.

Presiding over the programme, Mr. Vishal Hegde, Chancellor, Nitte (Deemed to be University), said the institution has been giving priority not only to education but also to industrial and international collaborations. He said that new opportunities are being explored to provide students with exposure to global technologies and industrial practices.

Mr. Mallikarjun B., General Manager – RDE, Autoliv India Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Koki Kato, Director, Kobayashi Create India Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Jun Homma, Vice Consul of Japan in Bengaluru; Mr. Junichi Goya, Managing Director, TKE Co. Ltd., Japan; Mr. Yathiraj Kasal, General Manager and Business Head, Wipro 3D and Ms. Yasuko Sato, Manager, Nitte-Japan Collaboration, were the Guests of Honour.

Dr. Niranjan N. Chiplunkar, Principal, NMAMIT, welcomed the gathering. Prof. Harikrishna Bhat, Director, International Collaboration, Nitte (Deemed to be University), delivered the introductory remarks on Nitte’s collaboration with Japan and the Centres of Excellence, Mr. Bharath G. Kumar, Head, Dept of Counselling, Student Welfare, Training and Placement, proposed the vote of thanks.

News from NUINS | Lamp Lighting Ceremony and Freshers’ Day – 2026

Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organised its Lamp Lighting Ceremony and Freshers’ Day – 2026 on 26 September. The programme, attended by 518 students from B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc., M.Sc. Nursing and SNA, 26 faculty members and 60 parents, began with invocation and floral tribute to Florence Nightingale.

Prof. (Dr.) Tessy Treesa Jose, Associate Dean, Manipal College of Nursing, was the Chief Guest and Prof. (Dr.) Sabitha Nayak, Principal, NUINS presided over the event. The Lamp Lighting and Oath-Administration marked the formal entry of 1st year B.Sc. Nursing students into the profession. Prof. (Dr.) Sujatha R, Vice Principal, NUINS administered the oath with emphasising compassion, competence and commitment.

This event was followed by a Freshers’ Day celebration under the theme “CELESTIA

News from NIPE | Expert Lecture on Understanding Transactional Analysis for Self-Growth

The Expert Lecture on “Understanding Transactional Analysis for Self-Growth” was organized on 3 September 2026 by the Shakespeare Literary & Speakers Club, Nitte Institute of Professional Education. The session aimed to enhance participants understanding of interpersonal communication, self-awareness and personal development through the principles of Transactional Analysis.

Mrs. Sadhana Deshmukh, Director of the Staff Development Centre at NitteDU the resource person explained the three main ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child. She used simple, everyday examples to show how these states change the way we talk to each other. She explained how different transactional patterns, and self-awareness can transform communication and relationships. The session was highly interactive and enriched with real-life examples, making it insightful and engaging for all participants.

News from NIPE | The Theater Performance: "Too Many Of Us”

On September 30, 2026, the Shakespeare Literary & Speakers Club successfully hosted a theatrical production titled "Too Many Of Us." The drama was a profound adaptation exploring the concepts of Inside Out, deeply analyzing human emotions and the internal conflicts within the human mind through the lens of Renaissance theater. The event brought together the entire college community, featuring introductory remarks by the faculty, a keynote address by the Principal, and a full house of students and staff.

Prof. Roma Nayak. She welcomed the dignitaries, detailed the club's vision, and introduced how the production uniquely merged modern emotional psychology (Inside Out) with classical Renaissance dramatic techniques like soliloquies and externalized mental states. The Drama ("Too Many Of Us"): The performance captivated the audience by personifying inner emotions, thoughts, and psychological struggles on stage. The student actors delivered powerful performances, illustrating the chaotic "crowd" of feelings inside a single individual's mind, perfectly justifying the title Too Many Of Us.