News from NSAMFGCN | A motivational session on "Concentration Through Self-Well-Being"

The National Service Scheme (NSS), Rovers & Rangers and Youth Red Cross Society in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Dr. NSAM First Grade College, Nitte, organized a motivational session on "Concentration Through Self-Well-Being" on 23rd July 2026 at Sadananda Auditorium, Nitte. The Chief Guest was Mr. Manohar Shetty from Vrindavana Rajyoga Meditation Centre, Nitte Parapady.

The resource persons Brahma Kumari Kailash Didi and Brahma Kumari Vishweshwari spoke about the importance of self well-being, meditation, positive thinking and concentration, for personal and academic success. A total of 350 students and 8 faculty members attended the program.

News from AIC Nitte Incubation Center | AIC Nitte Incubation Centre Shines on National Stage: Three Innovators Selected for Grassroots Innovator Recognition 2026

AIC Nitte Incubation Centre, Nitte promoted by Nitte Education Trust in partnership with the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog and located at Nitte University’s NMAM Institute of Technology has achieved a remarkable national milestone with three of its incubated startups being selected among the 26 innovators from across India for the prestigious Grassroots Innovator Recognition 2026. The selected innovators Akshay Mashelkar of Experimind Labs Pvt. Ltd., Anusha Prajwal of MaVedas Foods and Cereals Pvt. Ltd., and Rathnakar Naik of WWR Innovations Pvt. Ltd. will be felicitated by the Hon'ble President of India on 31st July 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, recognising their outstanding contributions towards solving grassroots challenges through innovation.

Akshay Mashelkar, Founder & CEO of Experimind Labs Pvt. Ltd, is redefining STEM education through experiential learning. Driven by the vision of building an India where every child learns science and mathematics fearlessly, Experimind develops hands-on STEM kits, science models, educational toys and activity-based learning solutions that simplify complex concepts and encourage curiosity.

Anusha Prajwal, Founder, MaVedas Foods & Cereals Pvt. Ltd, has revived traditional Ayurvedic nutritional knowledge by transforming age-old family recipes into scientifically standardised food products for maternal and infant health. Her venture develops chemical-free, preservative-free and ready-to-consume nutritional foods designed for pregnancy, postpartum recovery and infant nutrition.

Rathnakar Naik, Founder of WWR Innovations Pvt. Ltd. developed ATMAS (Automatic Tank Monitoring and Automation System), a smart wireless water level controller designed to solve one of the most common challenges faced by farmers and rural households - efficient water management. ATMAS uses long-range (LoRa) communication technology to monitor water levels without SIM cards or Wi-Fi, preventing tank overflows, protecting pumps and reducing water and electricity wastage.

AIC Nitte Incubation Centre is driving innovation from a Tier-3 ecosystem by supporting ideas that solve real-world challenges in agriculture, healthcare, education, food technology and rural livelihoods. Through incubation, mentorship, funding and industry connections, it has nurtured 137+ startups, helping them grow into impactful enterprises. The Centre also provides students of Nitte University & other institutions with opportunities for internships, live projects, mentorship and entrepreneurial learning.

News from NRAMP | War Against Drugs

Students of NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte actively participated in the Taluk-Level "War Against Drugs - 2026" organized by the Udupi District Police in association with the Karkala Sub-Division Police on 23rd July 2026 at Sri B. Manjunath Pai Cultural Hall, Karkala to observe the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. All participants took an oath pledging to stay away from drugs and work towards creating a drug-free society.

Dr. Sandeep Kudva, Taluk Health Officer, Karkala addressed the gathering on the adverse effects of drug abuse on individuals, families and society, emphasizing the importance of awareness, prevention and timely intervention.

Sri. V. Sunil Kumar, Hon'ble MLA, Karkala Assembly Constituency and Sri. Yogeesh Hegde, Director (CM & D), Nitte Campus, also spoke on the occasion, urging students to stay away from substance abuse, uphold moral values and actively contribute towards building a healthy and drug-free society.

News from NRAMP | Placement Activity

 

News from NSAMPUCM | Student Union Inauguration and Freshers' Day

The Student Union Inauguration and Freshers' Day of Dr. NSAM Pre-University College, Mangaluru, was held on 11th July 2026 at Ambedkar Bhavan. Inaugurating the event, Sri. Vedavyasa Kamath, MLA, Mangaluru South Constituency stated, “If students cultivate leadership qualities during their academic years, they will be well prepared to become valuable contributors to society in the future.”

Chief guest, Ms. Meenakshi Arya, IAS, Assistant Commissioner, Mangaluru Sub Division, DK urged the student leaders to cultivate responsibility, confidence and a spirit of service. She emphasized that true leadership is built on humility, dedication and willingness to work for the welfare of others.

The program featured an inspiring talk by the Guest of Honour, Shri Vijay Kumar Kodialbail, renowned theatre director and actor. The program was presided over by Dr. Naveen Shetty K., Principal, Dr. NSAM PU College.

The newly elected Student Council members took the Oath of Office, pledging to perform their duties with sincerity and dedication. The occasion also witnessed the release of the college annual magazine, 'Vividha', along with cultural books that showcased the literary and creative talents of the students.

As part of the celebrations, Competitive Examination achievers were honored and felicitated for their outstanding achievements. The formal function concluded with vibrant cultural performances presented by the freshers.

News from NUINS | Emerging Technologies in Surgery - Industry-Sponsored Workshop

The Institution Innovation Council (IIC) of NUINS in collaboration with the Department of Surgery, Justice K S Hegde Charitable Hospital, successfully organized an Industry-Sponsored Workshop on "Emerging Technologies in Surgery: Fundamentals for Healthcare Professionals" on 11th July 2026 at Avishkar Auditorium, ABSMIDS.

The workshop sponsored by SERVIER India Pvt. Limited was inaugurated by Chief Guest, Dr. Vinay Rajendra, Consultant Surgical Oncologist. The workshop featured expert sessions by Dr. Prajwal Chandrashekhara on Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) for Varicose Veins and Dr. Praveen M Pawar on Introduction to Robotic Surgery.

The sessions provided valuable insights into emerging surgical technologies, minimally invasive procedures and the future of modern patient care through engaging discussions and clinical demonstrations.

News from JKSHIM | JKSHIM faculty lead FDP on Outcome-Based Education, Moodle and AI-Enabled Teaching at JSS College for Women

Faculty members from Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management served as resource persons for a one-day Faculty Development Program organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of JSS College for Women (Autonomous), Mysuru on 11th July 2026. The program was designed to strengthen the teaching capabilities of higher education faculty by introducing contemporary pedagogical approaches, digital learning platforms and technology-enabled teaching practices.

Mr. Karthik Kudroli, Asst. Professor conducted a session on Outcome-Based Education (OBE), highlighting the principles of outcome-oriented curriculum design, constructive alignment and effective assessment strategies for improving student learning outcomes.

Dr. Sheethal Kumar, Asst. Professor led a hands-on session on the Learning Management System (Moodle), demonstrating its applications in course management, digital assessments, student engagement and blended learning.

Dr. Chandrajit Mohan, Assoc. Professor presented a session on Augmenting Software Tools for Teaching and Learning, showcasing the effective use of AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance classroom instruction, improve learner engagement and support innovative teaching practices.

News from NSAMEMHS | Our Budding Author

Manvi Jagadeesh of Class 8 of Dr. NSAM English Medium High School, took part in the world’s largest online summer camp for young authors powered by Bribooks in association with Brooklyn Book festival New York, USA.

She authored and published her book titled “Nature and its fellow beings”

We congratulate Manvi on this outstanding accomplishment and wish her success in her literary journey.

News from NSAMEMHS | Awareness on ill effects of sugar and oil consumption

Dr. NSAM English Medium High School organized an awareness programme on excessive sugar and oil consumption on 10th July 2026.

The Principal, Ms. Radha Prabhu addressed the students regarding the ill effects of consuming too much of sugar and oil. A slideshow on the harmful effects of excessive oil and sugar consumption, as well as a short animated video highlighting the importance of limiting sugar consumption were presented.

News from NSAMEMHS | Vanamahotsava

The Vanamahotsava Day was celebrated in the school on 1st July 2026 as part of "Healing the earth through greener initiatives” campaign.

A few students delivered informative and impactful talks on the importance of trees and their socio-economic benefits, raising awareness about the need to protect and preserve nature. It was then followed by planting of saplings by the students.