News from JKSHIM | Guest Lecture on Mergers & Acquisitions in the Banking Sector: Insights from Dr. K Rajesh Nayak

JKSHIM hosted a guest lecture by Dr. K Rajesh Nayak on "Mergers and Acquisitions in the Banking Sector" on 2nd December 2026.The session provided students with a comprehensive understanding of why banks pursue mergers - including financial stability, operational efficiency, cost reduction, economies of scale and market expansion. Dr. Nayak explained how banking M&A differs from other industries due to strong regulatory oversight aimed at protecting depositors and maintaining financial stability. Real-world examples from Indian banking, covering both private and public sector mergers, helped illustrate these concepts effectively. The speaker also addressed key challenges such as workforce integration, technology harmonization, cultural differences and governance issues.

Students actively participated through questions and discussions, making it a truly interactive and enriching learning experience that bridged academic knowledge with industry practice.

News from NGSMIPS | Webinar on “QbD Based Pharmaceutical Development”

The Department of Pharmaceutics, NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences organized a webinar on “QbD Based Pharmaceutical Development” on 29th January 2026 in the Seminar Hall, New Block, NGSMIPS to enhance awareness and understanding of Quality by Design (QbD) principles among postgraduates, research scholars, and faculty members. The session was delivered by Mr. Zaheer Abbas, Sr. Formulation Scientist, Pharmaceutical Technology & Development, AstraZeneca UK Limited, Macclesfield, England.

Mr. Abbas explained the concept of Quality by Design (QbD) and its significance in modern pharmaceutical development, emphasizing it as a systematic, science- and risk-based approach that builds quality into products from the early stages rather than relying solely on end-product testing. Guidance on writing a development protocol was provided, highlighting the importance of clear objectives, scientific rationale and appropriate risk assessment. The principles of QbD and reasons for its implementation such as reducing batch failures, minimizing recalls and addressing customer complaints were discussed, along with its role in ensuring high product quality assurance, improved process understanding and regulatory flexibility. The key elements of QbD, including QTPP, CQAs, CMAs and control strategy, were explained, followed by discussions on robust process design and tools such as risk assessment methods (RPN, Ishikawa diagram, FMEA), Design of Experiments (DoE) and Process Analytical Technology (PAT). The DoE stages planning, screening, optimization and verification were outlined and PAT was highlighted as a current industry trend with examples such as online mon itoring using NIR probes integrated with processing equipment like blenders.

The session concluded with an interactive question and answer segment, where students actively participated by raising queries, followed by a formal vote of thanks.

News from NGSMIPS | Workshop on Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)

The Department of Pharmacology, NGSMIPS organized a one-day hands-on workshop on “Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)” on 27th January 2026 in the Webinar Room, 1st Floor, New Block to strengthen research competence and enhance the statistical analysis skills of faculty members, postgraduates and research scholars. The program was designed to provide practical exposure to SPSS software, which is widely used for data analysis in pharmaceutical sciences, social sciences and healthcare research.

The workshop was conducted by Dr. Gururaja M P, Principal, Vivekananda Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Puttur. The session included a systematic introduction to SPSS, data entry and management, selection of appropriate statistical tests and interpretation of results. The hands-on approach adopted during the workshop enabled participants to apply statistical concepts to real-time research data, thereby helping them to improve their analytical skills.

Dr. Marina Koland, Principal, NGSMIPS highlighted the importance of statistical tools in evidence-based research, publications and academic excellence. Dr. Prasanna Shama K, HoD, Pharmacology, emphasized the relevance of statistical software in pharmacological research and encouraged participants to effectively utilize SPSS in their research work. The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Ullas Prakash DSouza along with Dr. Rajesh K S.

News from NSAMEMHS | Congratulations !

We are proud to announce a significant milestone achieved by Dhyan Ramesh Moolya of Class 9. A formal patent application based on Dhyan’s original and innovative concept: A Special and Unique Noodle Maker System has been successfully published. He will now take the next step of applying for the grant. We are excited to support Dhyan in his journey, as he continues to refine his inventions.

News from NSAMEMHS | Oakwood Marathon

Students of Dr. NSAM English Medium School participated in the Oakwood Marathon held at Kundapura on 1st February 2026. Khushi J. Shetty of Class 8 clinched the Gold Medal in 3 km and Varshith Gowda of Class 9 bagged the Bronze in 5 km.

We congratulate our budding athletes for their commendable performance.

News from NSAMEMHS | Farewell

The School bid farewell to the current Class 10 batch on 7th February 2026. Farewell speeches were delivered by the Principal, Ms. Radha Prabhu and  Ms. Manasa. The Head Boy and Head Girl also shared their most memorable experiences. The Class 10 students participated in a ramp walk and various games.

A cultural program was organized by Class 9 for their seniors. The event concluded with a vote of thanks.

News from NSAMEMHS | Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan

Students of Dr. NSAM English Medium High School, Nitte participated in Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM), India's largest national-level digital science talent exam. VVM is an initiative by Vigyan Bharathi (VIBHA), in collaboration with the NCERT, which aims to popularize science among students from Grades 6 to 11. 

Four of our students are selected to represent the school at the State Level Camp Examination of Karnataka.

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News from NMAMIT | ICETE 2026 Multiconference at NMAM Institute of Technology

The 3-day Multiconference ‘ICETE 2026’, a flagship event hosted by NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte was inaugurated on 5th February 2026 by the Chief Guest, Dr. Sunil Kumar Singh, Director, CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa. The conference brought together eminent academicians, researchers and professionals from around the world to discuss advancements in various domains under the umbrella of NITTE-BIO 2026, CTCS 2026, AIDE 2026, AREEV 2026, VSPICE 2026, SME 2026 and MSMAT 2026.

In his inaugural address, Dr. Singh emphasized the opportunities that Indian researchers need to grab in the field of research. He stated that the country’s research sector should not be confined to just learning but should move towards knowledge creation. He called for the effective utilization of various schemes of the Central Government, including the Prime Minister's Research Fellowship, which is aimed at promoting research and innovation.

Guests of Honour included prominent figures: Prof. Yasuhiro Shiomi, Vice Dean/ Professor College of Science & Engineering, Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto, Japan; Dr. In Ho Ra, Professor, School of Computer & Software, Kunsan National University, South Korea; Dr. Hesham Nabiel, Professor, Dept. of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt and Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim, Associate Professor Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Each shared valuable insights, stressing the importance of interdisciplinary research in addressing global challenges.

Dr. Gopal Mugeraya, Vice President (Technical Education), Nitte University, who presided over the event, lauded the efforts of the Organizing Committee and reiterated the institution's commitment to nurturing research and development.

The Conference Proceedings book was released on the occasion.

Dr. Niranjan N Chiplunkar, Principal, NMAMIT welcomed the gathering. Chief Convenor of the Conference & Dean (R&D), Dr. Sudesh Bekal gave a comprehensive presentation regarding the conference. Conference Secretary & Professor in Electronics & Communication Engineering Dr. Prabha Niranjan delivered the vote of thanks. Dr. Anusha R Sharath, Asst. Professor, Dept of E&C and Ms. Shweta Bharath, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Humanities were the masters of ceremony. During the 3-day conference, 14 experts from various disciplines of technology delivered keynote addresses. 1380 quality research papers were received from national and international researchers, out of which 552 papers were shortlisted for presentation after expert review and 289 papers were presented during this multiconference.

News from NRAMP | Industrial Visit

Students of Apparel Design and Fabrication Technology (ADFT), NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, visited various industries as a part of their industrial visit from 29th to 31st January 2026. The students had the opportunity to visit Charaka Heggodu Dyeing Unit, Heggodu Printing Unit, Heggodu Weaving Unit and Shahi Exports, Sagar.

The visit provided practical exposure to real-time industrial processes and helped students understand the workflow of textile and garment production beyond classroom learning. The students learned about different stages of fabric processing including dyeing, printing and weaving techniques practiced in the industry. They observed the use of natural dyes, traditional methods and modern machinery involved in fabric production. At Shahi Exports, students gained insights into large-scale garment manufacturing, quality control measures, finishing processes and workplace safety practices followed in export-oriented units. The interaction with industry professionals helped students understand production planning, teamwork and industry standards.

The visit was coordinated by Smt. Dhanalakshmi I Pai, HoD, ADFT and Sri. Karan Poojary, Sr. Lecturer, ADFT.