News from NUINS | Farewell Party

The II GNM students of the School of Nursing, NUINS organised a Farewell Party and Alumni Induction program for the outgoing batch of 2022-25 on 31st January 2026 at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus. A total of 99 outgoing students attended the program.

The program commenced with a prayer song by Ms. Smitha & team, followed by a welcome address by Mr. Earl. A farewell speech was delivered by Mr. Tenzin Yeshi and gratitude messages were shared by Mr. Sherwin & Ms. Imsumtahale. Students who achieved 100% attendance during their internship were honoured with certificates, and the junior batch presented mementoes as a token of appreciation.

Prof. (Dr) Neetha Kamath, Joint Alumni Secretary, conducted a brief alumni induction and formally welcomed the outgoing students into the alumni fraternity. This was followed by the presidential address by Ms. Cleeta Anline Pinto, Principal, School of Nursing. The program concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Kalsang Palmo.

The formal session was followed by vibrant cultural performances and games, adding a joyful spirit to the occasion. The program was compered by Ms. Sonam Yangdol and Mr. Sonam Phuntsok, making the event memorable and meaningful.

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News from NUCSER | International Conference on “Towards Sustainable and Resilient Global Ecosystems: A One Health Approach”

The NITTE-GoK Centre of Excellence in Aquamarine Innovation (NITTE-GoK COE | AQUAMARIN) in association with the Department of Molecular Genetics & Cancer, NUCSER successfully conducted an International Conference titled “Towards Sustainable and Resilient Global Ecosystems: A One Health Approach” on 29th & 30th January 2026. The conference aimed to promote the One Health framework by integrating perspectives from human, animal, plant and environmental health, thereby addressing global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based dialogue.

The conference was formally inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Mr. K. V. Prakash, an Entrepreneur and Innovator at ADACHI SVIPEGREEN, who emphasized the importance of sustainable industrial innovations in addressing environmental challenges. Guest of Honour, Prof. (Dr) Suma Ballal C, Dy. Registrar (Mangalore campus) & Chief Coordinator of the SDG Cell, NitteDU highlighted the relevance of the One Health approach in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The inaugural session was presided over by Prof. (Dr) Anirban Chakraborty, Director, NUCSER.

The scientific programme featured a series of plenary, keynote and lead talks highlighting sustainability through a One Health perspective. Prof. (Dr) Indrani Karunasagar emphasized ecosystem diversity and sustainability, while Mr. K. V. Prakash showcased sustainable industrial innovations. Key discussions addressed microplastics, food safety, antimicrobial resistance, climate change and environmental pollutants, alongside themes of soil, plant, animal and human health.

Experts including Dr. Sougata Bardhan, Dr. Rajesh M. K., Prof. (Dr) Iddya Karunasagar, Dr. Nagappa Karabasanavar and Prof. (Dr) Anirban Chakraborty linked regenerative agriculture, crop resilience, veterinary public health and ecosystem management to global sustainability. Lead talks further explored biofuels, circular-economy approaches and the role of microplastics as vectors of ecological and antimicrobial resistance, underscoring the interconnected nature of environmental and human well-being.

The valedictory session was held on 30th January 2026, with Mr. Dinesh P, Chief General Manager and Head - Human Resources Department, NABARD, Mumbai, gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest. The well-structured program successfully facilitated interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange among experts from diverse domains. The conference reinforced the significance of the One Health approach as a comprehensive, integrative strategy for addressing challenges across ecosystems, food security, climate change, public health and biotechnology. By bridging science, policy and innovation, the conference contributed meaningfully toward advancing sustainable and resilient global ecosystems. A total of 130 registered participants attended the international conference.

News from NMAMIT | Blood Donation Camp

The National Service Scheme (NSS) of NMAMIT, Nitte, in association with the Red Cross Unit, 6(Kar) Naval Sub-unit NCC, NMAMIT and the Association for the Interaction of Mechanical Students (AIMS), successfully organized a Blood Donation Camp on 4th February 2026 at the college campus.

The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Sri. Kishorechandra Hegde, Secretary, Indian Red Cross Society, DK District Branch, who shared insights on the vital role of blood donation in saving lives. Dr. Niranjan N. Chiplunkar, Principal, NMAMIT, emphasized the importance of donating blood as a means to contribute positively to society.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, with 551 students and staff members volunteering to donate blood. Justice KS Hegde Charitable Hospital, Mangalore; Nitte Gajria Speciality Hospital, Karkala; District Hospital, Udupi and Indian Red Cross Blood Center, Lady Goschen Hospital, Mangalore participated in this camp.

News from NRAMP | Sports Activities

Mr. Shashwath Rajesh Poojary of I year Electronics and Communication, NRAM Polytechnic, Nitte, bagged the Second Place in the 21km Manipal Marathon held at Manipal on 8th February 2026.

We congratulate him on his remarkable achievement.

News from NMAMIT | Symposium on River Health Evaluation and Protection (RHEAP) 2025

Dr. Bhojaraj B E, Associate Professor, Civil Engineering, NMAMIT, Nitte secured the First Place in the Paper Presentation category at the Symposium on River Health Evaluation and Protection (RHEAP 2025) held on 29th & 30th December 2025, organized by the Dept. of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, in association with the Centre for Krishna River Basin Management and Studies (cKrishna), under the aegis of the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, through the National River Conservation Directorate and the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG).

The award-winning paper titled “Multi-Criteria Analysis for Flood Risk Prediction in the Shambhavi River Basin Using Google Earth Engine” (Presentation ID: RHEAP_07) was presented under the theme Remote Sensing and GIS. The research was co-authored by Suman and Harish Kumar S, showcasing the application of advanced geospatial tools for flood risk assessment and sustainable river basin management.