News from NUINS | Farewell to Denmark Nursing Students

Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences organised a valedictory ceremony for the 13th Batch of Nursing students from the University College of Copenhagen, Denmark on 18th June 2026.

The students presented a summary of their 9-week internship experiences using PowerPoint presentations. Prof (Dr) Sabitha Nayak, Vice Principal congratulated the students and presented them with certificates. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms. Jincy K S, Faculty Coordinator - International Cell.

News from NUINS | International Yoga Day 2026

The Youth Red Cross (YRC) Unit of Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences celebrated International Yoga Day on 22nd June 2026 with active participation from faculty members and students.

Dr. Chethana Badekar, Academic Director, Yoga Chetana Institute of Yoga & Research, addressed the gathering on the importance of yoga for overall well-being. Prof. (Dr) Sabitha Nayak, Vice Principal, NUINS encouraged participants to adopt yoga as a healthy lifestyle practice.

A yoga session conducted by Mr. Ajith Kumar, Yoga Instructor, included yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation techniques. The program concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from all attendees.

News from MRSMEMHS | Inauguration of Yakshadhruva

The inauguration ceremony of the Yakshadhruva - Yakshashikshana was held at Dr. MRSM English Medium School on 22nd June 2026.

The program was presided over by Ln. Purushothama Shetty, President, Patla Foundation, Kinnigoli Unit and formally inaugurated by Ms. Shreelatha Rao, Principal, Dr. MRSM English Medium High School. Chief guest, Ms. Chandrakala, Member, Patla Foundation enlightened the students about the rich tradition, cultural significance and importance of Yakshagana in preserving our heritage.

Mr. Pushparaj Chowta, President, PTA, Dr. MRSM English Medium High School and Mr. Ajith Kerekadu, Yakshagana Guru conveyed their best wishes for the successful conduct of Yakshashikshana. The program was compered by Mr. Swaraj Shetty.

News from NGSMIPS | Celebration of International Women’s Day

The Gender Sensitization Cell (GSC) of NGSMIPS celebrated International Women’s Day on 13th March 2026 to honour the achievements and contributions of women in society. The program was conducted under the theme “Give to Gain,” which highlights the idea that by supporting, empowering and uplifting women, society gains progress, equality and development.

Prof. (Dr) Marina Koland, Principal, NGSMIPS introduced the speakers, highlighting their contributions to women’s empowerment.

Ms. Matharani Mathias, Former Principal & Director of Sarosh Institute of Hotel Administration and Ms. Sachitha Nandagopal, Member, Juvenile Justice Board, D.K., Govt. of Karnataka, were the speakers & guests for the program. 

They emphasized the importance of confidence, education & mutual support among women and highlighted how the concept of “Give to Gain” can be applied in everyday life. The speakers motivated the faculty & students to believe in their abilities, pursue their goals with determination and contribute to society with compassion and responsibility.

The program also included interactive discussions and participants reflected on the importance of gender equality and empowerment. The celebration concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. (Dr.) Jennifer Fernandes, Coordinator, GSC-NGSMIPS.

News from NGSMIPS | World Environment Day 2026

The NSS Unit and Youth Red Cross (YRC) of NGSMIPS observed World Environment Day 2026 on 5th June by organizing Vanamahotsava, a tree plantation drive aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices among students.

Dr. C S Shastry, Director emphasized the importance of environmental conservation and encouraged students to actively contribute towards creating a greener and healthier future. As part of the celebration, neem saplings were planted across the college campus, symbolizing the institution's commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation.

The event was coordinated by Dr. Santanu Saha, Dr. Ashwini M and Dr. Mahendra.

News from NGSMIPS | A one-day conference titled “IPR for Business Success”

A one-day conference titled “IPR for Business Success”, focusing on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and startups, was successfully conducted on 6th February 2026 to create awareness about the importance of Intellectual Property Rights in fostering innovation, protecting business ideas and supporting sustainable business growth. A total of 101 participants attended the session.

Dr. Anoop Narayanan V, Convener of the program introduced the resource person Mr. Vijaykumar Shivpuje, Director of Patlex Business Solutions, Co-founder of Pharma Literati and Honorary Advisor to ASSOCHAM.

Dr. C S Shastry, Director, NGSMIPS delivered a brief address on Intellectual Property Rights, emphasizing the growing importance of IPR in the present innovation-driven economy. He highlighted the role of IPR in protecting innovations and safeguarding intellectual assets.

The technical sessions were conducted by Mr. Vijaykumar Shivpuje in four phases. Session I focused on introducing participants to the fundamentals of Intellectual Property Rights. The topics included an overview of IPR and its various types such as Trademarks, Geographical Indications, Copyrights, Industrial Designs and Patents. After a detailed discussion on the basics of patent filing, the resource person addressed the queries raised by the participants. Session II primarily focused on patenting in the pharmaceutical sector, patent rights and the relevance of IPR in the pharmaceutical industry. The speaker discussed career prospects in the IPR domain, highlighting various companies that hire pharmacists for roles related to patents, regulatory affairs and intellectual property management.

Session III focused on career opportunities in IPR and entrepreneurship. Mr. Shivpuje elaborated on how students and professionals can build successful careers in the IPR field and encouraged participants to explore entrepreneurial opportunities by effectively leveraging innovation and intellectual assets.

Session IV covered topics related to best practices in innovation, incubation, startup development and the strategic role of IPR in startups. The session emphasized how effective intellectual property management can support innovation, attract investments and ensure sustainable and long-term business success.

The conference served as a valuable platform for participants to gain comprehensive knowledge of IPR and its practical applications.

News from NGSMIPS | Workshop on Advanced Drug Design and Simulation Analysis Using Schrödinger Software Suite

Workshop on Advanced Drug Design and Simulation Analysis Using Schrödinger Software Suite

A two-day hybrid workshop titled “Advanced Drug Design and Simulation Analysis Using Schrödinger Software Suite” was organized on 4th & 5th February 2026 at the NGSMIPS CADD Lab facility. The workshop aimed to provide hands-on training and practical exposure to advanced computational tools used in modern drug discovery. It focused on familiarizing participants with in silico drug design workflows, molecular modeling techniques, docking analysis, ADME prediction and molecular dynamics simulations using the Schrödinger software suite.

The workshop attracted enthusiastic participation from undergraduate, postgraduate and research scholars across biological, chemical and life sciences. The program was limited to 50 participants to ensure effective learning and personalized training.

The resource persons were senior scientists from Schrodinger - Koushik Kasavajhala, Dr. Abhijit Kayal and Dr. Vinod Devaraji.

The first day introduced participants to molecular modeling and docking workflows. Sessions included technical setup, cloud login and training on the Maestro interface for molecule building and ligand enumeration. Participants also learned ligand preparation, ADME prediction, protein preparation, binding pocket identification and molecular docking with detailed docking analysis. The day concluded with a review session.

The second day focused on molecular dynamics simulations using the Desmond module. Sessions covered MD theory, system preparation, simulation execution and trajectory analysis. Participants also performed organic molecule enumeration and ADME evaluation.

The program was successfully conducted with active participation from students, contributing to skill development in pharmaceutical research.

News from NGSMIPS | Certificate Course on Drug Design Strategies (DDS)

NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences conducted an Offline Certificate Course on Drug Design Strategies (DDS) at its CADD Lab facility from 12th to 17th January 2026 which included Hands-on Training with different interfaces of CADD software Schrodinger, such as Glide and QikProp. A total of 11 participants registered for the Certificate Course.

On Day 1, Dr. Pankaj Kumar, Course Coordinator began the session with an introduction to Computer-Aided Drug Design, followed by an overview of relevant web-based resources. The session also included hands-on training on the advanced graphical user interface Maestro, enabling participants to familiarize themselves with the software environment. The other sessions were conducted by Ms. Zakiya Fathima C, Ms. Sindhu T J and Ms. Ranjitha.

The second day focused on molecular docking by Dr. Jainey P James; protein minimization and grid generation by Ms. Zakiya Fathima C, providing participants with a strong foundation in structure-based drug design. This was followed by practical sessions on protein preparation and application-based tasks. These sessions were handled by Ms. Anusha S.

On the third day, participants were trained in ligand preparation by Dr. Mahendra and target selection, evaluation of binding energy & docking score analysis by Ms. Nanditha A. The afternoon session provided hands-on training using Glide for molecular docking. These sessions were handled by Ms Nanditha and Ms Ranjitha.

The fourth day sessions emphasized ADMET properties and drug-likeness evaluation, with demonstrations and hands-on training using the QikProp module. These sessions were conducted by Ms. Deepthi K and Ms. Zakiya Fathima.

The last day of the course was dedicated to practice sessions, addressing participants’ course-related queries and the final assessment, allowing learners to consolidate their knowledge and skills. The sessions were guided by Dr. Pankaj Kumar and Dr. Jainey P James.

News from MRSMEMHS | International Yoga Day

The school celebrated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm to highlight the importance of health and harmony.

The yoga administration was led by Ms. Reshma, who guided participants through various asanas and breathing exercises, emphasizing the benefits of yoga for physical and mental well-being. To deepen the understanding of the occasion, Ms. Archana read about the significance of the day, reminding everyone of yoga’s timeless role in fostering balance, discipline and inner peace.

Principal Ms. Shreelatha Rao and PTA President Mr. Pushparaj Chowta were present on the occasion. The program was compered by Ms. Vijaya Kini.

News from MRP ITI | International Yoga Day Celebration

M.R. Punja ITI in association with Mera Yuva Bharat and Sri Subramanya Mahaganapati Sports Club, Thokur, celebrated International Yoga Day at the college premises on 21st June 2026.

The program was inaugurated by Sri. Raghavendra Rao, Ex-President of Patanjali Yoga Samithi, Mangalore. The function was presided over by Sri Hari H., Principal, M.R. Punja ITI.

Sri Suresh Kumar, President, Sri Subramanya Mahaganapathi Sports Club, welcomed the gathering. Sri Raghavendra Rao conducted the yoga session and taught various yoga asanas and breathing exercises. He shared valuable information on the importance of yoga and its role in maintaining physical fitness, mental well-being, and a disciplined lifestyle.

All the students took a pledge to incorporate yoga into their daily lives.