News from NSAMEMHS | Annual Awards Day Celebration

To boost the morale of the students, Dr. N Shankara Adyanthaya Memorial English Medium High School held its Awards Day on 8th March 2026 at Sadananda Auditorium, Nitte. The school honoured all its achievers for having attained a sterling record in both scholastic and co-scholastic domains during the academic year 2024-25. The ceremony commenced by invoking God’s blessings followed by a cultural show exhibited by the students.

Chief Guest, Mr. Ankith S Kumar, Counsellor, NMAMIT motivated the awardees and participants to preserve and keep up the good work. He appreciated the efforts of the students and the support extended by the faculty & parents and wished the students continued success.

News from NSAMEMHS | Road Safety Awareness

Dr. NSAM English Medium High School recently organized a Road Safety Awareness Program aimed at educating students on the vital importance of following traffic rules and staying safe on the streets.

The session began with a prayer followed by a good thought and a video featuring road safety rules. A group of students performed an expressive skit that brought real-world road scenarios to life. Teachers shared insights on the theme 'Road Safety - Life Safety', reinforcing that road safety is a collective responsibility.

News from NISH | Women’s Day Outreach Initiative

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the Nitte Institute of Speech & Hearing organized a community outreach initiative under the theme “Give to Gain” to support Bala Samrakshana Kendra. Contributions from students and faculty helped raise Rs.25006/- for the cause.

A team of 17 students & 2 faculty members from the institute, visited the Kendra on 10th March 2026 and distributed essential supplies including personal hygiene products, educational materials, grocery items and indoor games for the girls residing there. The team spent time interacting with the children and organized games & activities, making the visit meaningful and memorable.

News from NISH | Community Awareness Program

Nitte Institute of Speech & Hearing (NISH) conducted a Community Awareness Program titled “From Home to School: Empowering Parents and Teachers as Partners in Early Speech Support” on 9th March 2026 at the Block Resource Centre, Puttur, DK.

The session was delivered by subject experts Dr. Deepthi K J, Professor and Dr. Yashomathi, Assoc. Professor, Nitte Institute of Speech and Hearing. The experts highlighted key aspects of early speech & language milestones, warning signs of communication delays and practical strategies that parents & teachers can use to support children both at home and in the classroom. The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from teachers, parents of children with disabilities and educational stakeholders, who engaged in discussions and clarified their queries about speech & language development in children.

Ms. Swathi, Speech-Language Pathologist, NISH and In-charge of the Block Resource Center, Puttur was felicitated by Ms. Tanuja M and Ms. Seethamma K S, Block Inclusive Education Resource Teachers (BIERT) in appreciation of her committed service at the Center.

News from NUCSER | Integrated Food Safety Management and Regulatory Compliance Training

The Departments of Food Safety & Nutrition and Environmental Health & Toxicology, Nitte University Centre for Science Education & Research [NUCSER] in collaboration with Aspire Training & Research Consultancy conducted a four-day Integrated Food Safety Management and Regulatory Compliance Training from 25th to 28th February 2026 at NUCSER, for the final year postgraduates of Food Safety and Biotechnology and the students of one-year Master Program in Food Science & Technology.

The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Mamatha B S, HoD, Food Safety & Nutrition. Chief guest Ms. Preetha K, Technical Officer, FSSAI, Mangalore emphasised the importance of implementing food safety standards such as HACCP and ISO 22000:2018 in both academic and industrial sectors. Prof. (Dr) Indrani Karunasagar, Director (Projects) and Coordinator, DST Technology Enabling Centre, Nitte DU was the guest of honour. The program was presided over by Prof. (Dr) Anirban Chakraborty, Director, NUCSER. The inaugural session concluded with the vote of thanks by Dr. Divyashree M, HoD, Environmental Health & Toxicology.

During the workshop, participants received intensive training on HACCP, ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management Systems, FoSTaC and Pest Management. The sessions on HACCP Level and 22000:2018 were handled by Mrs. Shilu Leslie, who provided detailed insights into the seven principles of HACCP, including hazard identification, determination of critical control points (CCPs), establishment of critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, verification and documentation. She explained the structure and major clauses of ISO 22000:2018, risk-based thinking, prerequisite programs (PRPs), operational PRPs (OPRPs), internal audit procedures, identification of non-conformities, corrective actions and management review processes, thereby giving participants a clear understanding of audit preparedness and certification requirements.

The sessions on FoSTaC and Pest Management were conducted by Mr. Yashwanth Murthy, who elaborated on FSSAI regulatory requirements, responsibilities of food business operators, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and the importance of food handler training and certification. He discussed integrated pest management strategies, common pests in food establishments, preventive and control measures, monitoring systems and documentation practices necessary to maintain hygiene standards and regulatory compliance in food industries.

News from KSHEMA | Patent Application Filed

MBBS final year student Vineet has filed a patent application for his research project titled “Non-Invasive Mechanical Hemostatic Wound Closure System with Pressure-activated Drug Delivery”.

This innovation aims to improve trauma care through a non-invasive wound closure and drug delivery system.

News from NICO | Women’s Day Celebration and Gender Club (PRISM) Inauguration

Nitte Institute of Communication celebrated International Women’s Day with enthusiasm while also inaugurating the institute’s Gender Club, PRISM on 9th March 2026. The event aimed to recognize the contributions of women and to encourage discussions on gender awareness within the campus community.

The newly launched Gender Club, PRISM, carries the motto: “Promoting awareness, equity, and inclusivity to create a respectful and supportive space for all genders.” The Club seeks to initiate conversations, activities and initiatives that foster gender sensitivity and equality among students.

The celebration highlighted the strength and achievements of women through engaging speeches that reflected on the importance of empowerment, respect and equal opportunities. Students actively participated in various competitions and fun games organized as part of the event, making the celebration lively and interactive.

The event was organized by the staff coordinator Dr. Pranamya Bhat along with research scholars Ms. Sanrita Madtha and Mr. Kashyap.

News from NICO | Samudaya Arogya Arivu Abhiyana 2026

A community awareness program titled, Samudaya Arogya Arivu Abhiyana 2026 was organized at the Press Club, Ullal, by the Karnataka State Working Journalists Association, Ullala Taluk in collaboration with Jana-Shikshana Trust on 11th March 2026 with the objective of spreading awareness about plastic waste management, environmental protection and the importance of maintaining a clean city. The event brought together community members, activists and representatives from educational institutions to discuss sustainable practices and responsible waste disposal. Dr. Moulya Baladi, HoD and Mr. Prakash K, Asst. Professor from Nitte Institute of Communication represented Nitte University.

The program focused on the growing problem of plastic pollution and improper waste management, emphasizing the need for collective action to protect the environment. Speakers highlighted the harmful effects of plastic waste on ecosystems and encouraged citizens to adopt eco-friendly alternatives, reduce plastic usage and actively participate in keeping public spaces clean. The initiative also stressed the importance of community participation in building a clean and sustainable city.

News from KSHEMA | Floodlit Cricket Tournament

The Department of Physical Education, K S Hegde Medical Academy organized a Floodlit Cricket Tournament, KPL (KSHEMA Premier League) on 7th March 2026 at the University Grounds, Deralakatte. 6 teams under Men’s category and 2 teams under Women’s category participated in the tournament.

WOMEN’S CATEGORY
Winners: S K Supernovas (Owned by Dr. Siri Kandavar)
Runners: Shetty's Stickers (Owned by Dr. Sukanya Shetty)
Player of the Tournament: Ms. Kishori - S K Supernovas

MEN’S CATEGORY
Winners: Raj’s Blasters (Owned by Dr. Rajeev T P & Dr. Suraj Hegde)
Runners: J K Eagles (Owned by Dr. Janardhan Kamath and Dr. Prajwal)
Player of the Tournament: Mr. Dev Derawal - J K Eagles

Best Batsman of the Tournament: Mr. Durgaprasad Shetty - J K Eagles
Best Bowler of the Tournament: Mr. Dev Derawal - J K Eagles

News from NRAMP | Training and Placement Cell Activity

NRAMP congratulates Mr. Akshay S R, Mr. Swastik and Mr. Arun of final year Mechanical Engineering on their successful selection to the Quality Control & Production Department at Hycom Engineering India Pvt. Ltd. This accomplishment marks an important milestone in their professional journey and brings pride to the institution.NRAMP conveys its best wishes to them for continued success, professional growth and a bright career ahead at Hycom Engineering.