News from NUINS | GEN Z 2.0: Teach Smart, Connect Deep, Balance Better

The Department of Mental Health Nursing & Student Innovation Club, NUINS, in collaboration with the Staff Development Centre, Nitte DU, successfully conducted a seminar on “GEN Z 2.0: Teach Smart, Connect Deep, Balance Better” on 3 October 2026 at the Staff Development Centre, Nitte DU focusing on emotional intelligence, meaningful communication, generational understanding and achieving balance in today’s evolving world.

The programme was graced by Prof. (Dr.) Sabitha Nayak, Principal, NUINS, and Mrs. Sadhana Deshmukh, Director, Staff Development Centre, with an insightful session led by Dr. Vithoba Narayan Mhalkar.

News from NMAMIT | YEN NOVA 1.0 1st Runner-Up | Buildathon – Smart Agriculture Challenge

An interdisciplinary student team representing the departments of Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Science, and Robotics & AI secured the 1st Runner-Up (2nd Place) in the Build-A-thon – Smart Agriculture Challenge, 24 Hour Hardware Hackathon at YEN NOVA 1.0. The state-level technical event was organized by the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Yenepoya Institute of Technology, Moodbidri, in association with ECOHOLECTIC & YEN EMBIENCE on 6 & 7 October 2026.

The team comprising of Pavan HP from Cyber Security, Hithesh HG, CSE, Karthik from ISE, & Vikas KH of Robotics AI presented epiML, an adaptive agricultural intelligence project combining IoT sensors and machine learning algorithms for data-driven, automated growing decisions.

Team with Faculty and Trophy at YEN NOVA 1.0

Team Members Displaying Certificates and 1st Runner-Up Trophy

Figure 3: epiML Platform Dashboard & AI Crop Experiment Lab Interface

News from NMAMIT | Hackatopia 2026,

A team comprising of four students Harsh Raj KL, Nishmith, Drudha Kumar Jain & Grathan P Bangera from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), NMAM Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), participated in Hackatopia 2026, a 24-hour hackathon conducted at Yenepoya Institute of Technology, Moodbidri, on 8 and 9 October 2026.

The team developed FinGuard, a web-based financial crime investigation platform designed to identify potentially suspicious mule accounts, analyse interconnected transaction networks, and trace the movement of funds across multiple accounts. The team delivered an impressive performance and secured the Runner-Up position. This achievement reflects the students’ technical competence, collaborative efforts, and ability to apply emerging technologies to a real-world financial fraud detection problem.

News from ABSMIDS | NASHA MUKT BHARAT 2026

The NSS Unit of AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences organized ‘Orientation to NSS – Nasha Mukt Bharat 2026’ for 1st BDS students on 8 October 2026. NSS Program Officer Dr.Kumuda Rao addressed the students on ‘Introduction, history and activities of NSS’ as well as ‘Awareness for prevention of Substance abuse in India’. NSS Program Officer Dr Avaneendra Talwar was present during the occasion.

News from ABSMIDS | “Brace the Bay – From Perfect Smiles to Pristine Shores”

Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics and the Department of Public Health Dentistry AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, in association with Mangalore Orthodontic Study Group (MOSG) and the Indian Orthodontic Society (IOS) organized a special program titled “Brace the Bay – From Perfect Smiles to Pristine Shores,” an environmental awareness and beach-cleaning initiative, on 8 October 2026 at Peribail Beach, Someshwara.

The initiative aimed to promote environmental responsibility, encourage proper waste disposal, and highlight the importance of maintaining clean coastal environments for public health and ecological well-being. Faculty members, staff, postgraduate students and other participants came together at the beach and took part in the cleaning activity.

The program reinforced the message that health and well-being extend beyond clinical care and include a clean, safe and sustainable environment. It also provided an opportunity for students and staff to demonstrate civic responsibility and contribute to keeping the coastal surroundings clean.

News from JKSHIM | Industry Masterclass: Explores How AI Is Changing Human Resource Management

Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management (JKSHIM) hosted an Industry Masterclass on “AI-Driven Human Resources Management: A Paradigm Shift in the Workplace” on 10 October 2026.

Ms. Vidya Shenoy, AGM-HR, Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions, Udupi was the resource person. Ms. Shenoy explained how HR has changed over the years from paper-based records to Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), and now AI tools. In her session Ms.Vidya informed that HR is no longer just an administrative function but, a strategic partner that helps the organisation grow through data analysis, decision-making and workforce planning.

She spoke about how AI is used in hiring, resume screening, job descriptions, performance management, training, payroll, compensation, engagement and employee retention. It was also infirmed thouugh AI can make work faster, human judgment is still needed to assess talent, track employee performance and handle workplace concerns. The speaker also stressed data privacy, compliance and accuracy.

The masterclass gave students a clear view of the opportunities, challenges and ethical issues of using AI in HR. It also showed that technical knowledge must go hand in hand with human skills to succeed in the workplace.

News from NRAMP | Lecture on “Success or Excellence… What Should Be the Quest?”

The Technical Club and NSS Unit of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, jointly organized a guest lecture on “Success or Excellence… What Should Be the Quest?” on 9 October 2026. The session was delivered by Sri Bhaskara P Achar, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NMAMIT, Nitte. The lecture focused on the importance of striving for excellence rather than merely pursuing success, emphasizing the value of dedication, discipline, perseverance, and continuous self-improvement.

The resource person highlighted the significance of developing a positive mindset, setting clear goals, and maintaining consistent efforts to achieve personal and professional growth. The session encouraged students to recognize their potential, cultivate good values, and approach challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement.

News from NMAMIT | Satellite Tracking Centre 'NISTANTU' inaugurated at NMAMIT

NISTANTU (Nitte Satellite Tracking and Navigational Telemetry Unit), a satellite tracking centre jointly established by the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering & Dept. of E&C (Advanced Communication Technology) was inaugurated at NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte on 9th October 2026.

The centre was inaugurated by Ms. Ishita Gupta, IPS, Assistant Superintendent of Police, Karkala Sub-Division, Udupi. She encouraged the team to make effective use of satellite data and explore opportunities to take the initiative to the next level.

The technical resources for the centre were provided by Mrs. Swetha Prabakaran, founder of IRG Labs, Bengaluru, and her team. IRG Labs is a Bengaluru-based space technology startup involved in developing CubeSats, satellite payloads and ground station systems.

NISTANTU aims to provide practical exposure to satellite tracking, signal reception and data analysis, with a primary focus on receiving signals from geostationary satellites. The initiative is expected to encourage students to explore advanced applications and undertake research in wireless and satellite communication.

Geostationary satellites orbit the Earth at an altitude of approximately 36,000 km and have an orbital period matching the Earth's rotation, allowing them to appear stationary relative to a point on the Earth's surface. By aligning a dish antenna at the appropriate elevation angles and direction, signals transmitted by these satellites can be received and analysed at the centre. During the inauguration, a Korean satellite signal was successfully received as part of a demonstration.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Niranjan N. Chiplunkar, Principal of NMAMIT, emphasised the need to make the best use of the facility and expressed the expectation that the centre would progress towards conducting more advanced experiments.

News from NRAMP | A seminar on “Overview of Geospatial Technologies and Its Applications”

The Technical Club and NSS Unit of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, jointly organized a technical seminar on “Overview of Geospatial Technologies and Its Applications” on 9 October 2026. The seminar was delivered by Dr. Bhojaraja, Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, NMAMIT, Nitte. The session aimed to familiarize students with the fundamentals of geospatial technologies and their growing importance in various engineering and scientific applications.

The resource person explained key technologies, including Global Positioning System (GPS/GNSS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), mapping, and surveying. He highlighted their applications in infrastructure development, land management, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and disaster management, emphasizing how these technologies contribute to efficient decision-making and sustainable development.

The seminar enhanced students’ awareness of modern geospatial technologies and their practical applications in the engineering field. The interactive knowledge-sharing session encouraged students to explore emerging technological trends and understand their relevance to future career opportunities.

News from NICO | Career Guidance Programme for Parijnana PU College Students at NICO

Nitte Institute of Communication (NICO) welcomed students from Parijnana PU College to its campus for a three-day career guidance programme held from October 6 to 8, 2026. The programme aimed to introduce students to creative career opportunities in media and communication through interactive sessions and hands-on activities.

Dr. Pranamya conducted a session on personal branding and confidence, highlighting the importance of self-presentation and professional development. Mr. Prajwal led a practical session on photography and audio production, introducing students to media production techniques. Mr. Prakash conducted an engaging session on cinema and theatre, where students explored performance techniques through practical scene exercises.

Students from NICO guided the participants around the campus, demonstrating the use of professional equipment, drones, and other media facilities. Mr. Mahesh L. Bondal, Hon. Treasurer of Saraswat Education Society and Parijnana PU College of Science and Commerce, and Mr. Vikram, Principal along with the staff were present during the session.