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The India AI Impact Summit is a global platform that will bring together the world’s leading voices, innovators and policymakers in AI next year, and it is a matter of pride that one of its pre-events is happening here in Mangaluru.

~CaptBrijesh
HMNOV25 to be official pre-summit for India - AI Impact Summit

OSAAT launches and completes infra projects to upgrade govt schools in DK

ಕರಾವಳಿ ಪರಿಸರ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ಮೇಲೆ ಕೇಂದ್ರೀಕರಿಸಿದ ಸಿಇಒಗಳ ಕರಾವಳಿ ಸಮಾವೇಶ

NITK ನಿರ್ದೇಶಕ ಪ್ರೊ. ಬಿ. ರವಿ, ... ಆಸಕ್ತ ಪಾಲುದಾರರ ಸಕ್ರಿಯ ಬೆಂಬಲದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕರಾವಳಿ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಪ್ರದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆ, ನಾವೀನ್ಯತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಉದ್ಯಮಶೀಲತಾ ಪರಿಸರ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿಸುವುದು ಗುರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ. “ಒಪ್ಪಂದ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆ, ಉತ್ಪನ್ನ ನಾವೀನ್ಯತೆ, ಪೈಲಟ್ ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆ, ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಮತ್ತು ಗುಣಲಕ್ಷಣ, ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಪೂರೈಕೆ, ಪಾಲುದಾರ ಸಂಪರ್ಕ, ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್ಅಪ್ ಇನ್ಕ್ಯುಬೇಶನ್, ವ್ಯವಹಾರ ವೇಗವರ್ಧನೆ, ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್ ರೂಪಾಂತರ, ನಿರಂತರ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ, ಕೌಶಲ್ಯ ಪ್ರಮಾಣೀಕರಣ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರತಿಭಾ ಸ್ವಾಧೀನದಂತಹ ಮೌಲ್ಯವರ್ಧಿತ ತಾಂತ್ರಿಕ ಸೇವೆಗಳನ್ನು NITK ನೀಡಬಹುದು” ಎಂದು ಅವರು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

CEOs conclave focuses on coastal ecosystem

Prof B Ravi, director of NITK, presented the vision of NITK as ‘Global excellence coupled with local relevance.' He proposed offering NITK's facilities and expertise to local R&D labs, business incubators, startups, MSMEs, corporates, public departments, and industry associations.

Prof Udaya Bhat, dean (research and innovation), outlined the institute's joint projects, labs, and programmes initiated with the support of industry, such as Digital Manufacturing (Siemens), Sustainable Engineering (Maire Tecnimont), Construction Technology & Management (Larsen & Toubro), and Electric Vehicles (Bosch). ...

NIT-K hosts Coastal Conclave to build integrated hub of R&D, entrepreneurship

The Coastal Conclave of local industries and institutes, hosted by the National Institute of Technology – Karnataka (NIT-K) on its campus on November 29, resolved to build an integrated hub of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship at the institute.

ಮಂಗಳೂರು | ಭರವಸೆಗೆ ಸೀಮಿತಗೊಂಡ ಎನ್ಐಟಿಕೆ ಕೇಂದ್ರೀಯ ವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ!

ಪುತ್ತೂರು ಮೆಡಿಕಲ್ ಕಾಲೇಜು ನಿರ್ಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಪ್ರಗತಿ, ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಇಲಾಖೆಗೆ ತಲುಪಿದ ಕಡತ

ಪುತ್ತೂರು ಮೆಡಿಕಲ್ ಕಾಲೇಜು ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕಾಗಿ 300 ಹಾಸಿಗೆಗಳ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದಂತೆ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ
ಎಲ್ಲ ಕಡತಗಳನ್ನು ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಇಲಾಖೆಗೆ ಹಸ್ತಾಂತರಿಸಿದ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಇಲಾಖೆ
200 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ಅನುದಾನ ಅವಶ್ಯಕ, ಈಗಿನ 5.16 ಎಕರೆ ಜಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ 300 ಹಾಸಿಗೆಗಳ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ ಅಸಾಧ್ಯ

MoU signed between St Agnes College, Munnur gram panchayat

Central research laboratory inaugurated at Srinivas University

'Ahara Vijnana' – National level conference inaugration held at YNYSCH

RGUHS regional office to be completed by Dec 2026: Minister

Training on industrial automation and robotics held at NITK

MU academic council approves closure of 22 colleges
22 private degree colleges of under Mangalore University to shut down - full list here _ coastaldigest.com - The Trusted News Portal of India

SSLC-passed electrician creates innovative Tulu learning app to promote mother tongue

Is Karnataka’s Tier-2 Ready for Quantum?

Is Kudla Ready for Quantum?

Industrially manufactured jute geocell developed by researchers at NITK

ಮಂಗಳೂರಿಗೆ ಮೀನುಗಾರಿಕಾ ವಿವಿ ಇಲ್ಲ; ಮೇಲ್ದರ್ಜೆಯ ಭಾಗ್ಯವೂ ಇಲ್ಲ !

ಏನೆಲ್ಲ ಬೇಕಿದೆ?

• ಸ್ನಾತಕೋತ್ತರ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪ್ರಯೋಗಾಲಯ
• ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ಮೀನುಗಾರಿಕೆ, ಸಂಶೋಧನೆಗೆ ಮೀನುಗಾರಿಕಾ ದೋಣಿ
• ಕಲಿಕೆಗೆ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿರುವ ಸುಸಜ್ಜಿತ ಮೀನು ಸಂಗ್ರಹಾಲಯ
• ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ಕೊಠಡಿಗಳ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ
• ಹಳೆಯ ಕಟ್ಟಡಗಳ ದುರಸ್ತಿ

Education Development: ಮಂಗಳೂರು | ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಸಿಗಬಹುದೇ ಮನ್ನಣೆ?

ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ಶೈಕ್ಷಣಿಕ ಹಬ್ ಆಗಿ ಗುರುತಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿರುವ ಮಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಮೆರಿಟೈಮ್ ವಿಶ್ವವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ, ಮೀನುಗಾರಿಕಾ ವಿಶ್ವವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆಯ ಪ್ರಸ್ತಾವಗಳು ಮುನ್ನೆಲೆಗೆ ಬಂದಿದ್ದು, ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಹಾಗೂ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಬಜೆಟ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಇದಕ್ಕೆ ಹಸಿರು ನಿಶಾನೆ ಸಿಗಬಹುದೆಂಬ ನಿರೀಕ್ಷೆ ಗರಿಗೆದರಿದೆ.

ಮೆರಿಟೈಮ್ ವಿವಿ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಬೇಕು ಅಥವಾ ಚೆನ್ನೈನಲ್ಲಿ ಇರುವ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಮೆರಿಟೈಮ್ ವಿವಿಯ ಘಟಕವನ್ನು ಮಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಿ ನಂತರ ಅದನ್ನು ಪೂರ್ಣ ಪ್ರಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿವಿಯಾಗಿ ಪರಿವರ್ತಿಸುವ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಬೇಡಿಕೆ ಇಡಲಾಗಿದೆ. - ಕ್ಯಾ. ಬ್ರಿಜೇಶ್ ಚೌಟ ಸಂಸದ

Startup develops radiation shield for head, neck cancer therapy

The solution, in the form of a shield or belt, was described as a low-cost, biocompatible radiation-shielding technology intended for use during cancer treatment. He said the technology transfer was facilitated by YTI, positioning the university-developed research for wider clinical and commercial translation.

Inaugural ‘TiECon Mangaluru 2026’ to spotlight Silicon Beach Startups on Jan 15, 16

“We have carefully curated 30 high-potential startups from the region to showcase their innovations to investors and high-net-worth individuals. Our goal is to learn from industry leaders and transform this region into one of India’s top innovation hubs in the coming decade,” he sai

ಮೀನಿನ ತ್ಯಾಜ್ಯಕ್ಕೂ ಇದೆ ಮೌಲ್ಯ: ಮೀನಿನ ಚರ್ಮದಿಂದ 'ಲೆದರ್' ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶೇಷ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ
From Waste To Worth: Mangaluru Researchers Turn Fish Skin Into Eco-Friendly Leather

The research was led by B Manja Naik, professor and head of the Department of Fish Processing Technology at the college. A team of eight researchers worked continuously on the project for nearly five years, and their efforts have now received international recognition, with the research paper accepted for publication in the prestigious Springer Nature journal.

Suitable for Leather Production

As part of the study, researchers examined the skins of about 10 to 15 fish species. Among them, the skins of Malabar grouper, cobia, catfish, melegu and cynic grouper were found to be especially suitable for leather production. These fish skins are relatively thick and strong, making them ideal for converting into durable leather and other value-added products. Researchers observed that these species grow large, and while the flesh is consumed, the skin is often treated as waste. Their findings show that this discarded skin has high potential for commercial use.

Environment-Friendly Alternative

Presently, the leather industry is largely reliant on hides of animals such as cows, sheep, camels and crocodiles. The processing of these skins involves the use of toxic chemicals like chromium, which poses serious risks to human health and causes environmental pollution and consumes large quantities of water. In contrast, the newly developed fish skin leather technology significantly reduces environmental damage by limiting the use of harmful chemicals and requiring less water, making it a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to conventional leather processing.

College of fisheries, Mangaluru develops chrome-free eco-friendly leather from fish skin waste

... On the nutritional components, fish skin is a rich source of collagen. Type 1 collagen is highly abundant in fish that we have extracted and purified and characterised it converting it in the form of powder. Collagen is important in the skin which provides durability, flexibility and mechanical strength,” he said.

TiECon to spotlight coastal Karnataka’s emergence as innovation, investment destination

ಪಿಲಿಕುಳದಲ್ಲಿ 'ಮೈಕಲ್ ಡಿಸೋಜ ಮತ್ತು ಕುಟುಂಬ' ಗಾಲ್ಫ್ ಅಕಾಡೆಮಿಗೆ ಶಿಲಾನ್ಯಾಸ

Puttur: 5 ಸ್ಟಾರ್ ಪಡೆದ ವೀರಮಂಗಲ ಪಿಎಂಶ್ರೀ ಶಾಲೆ “ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ಮಟ್ಟದ” ಪರಿಶೀಲನೆಗೆ ಆಯ್ಕೆ
Puttur: ಪಿಎಂಶ್ರೀ ವೀರಮಂಗಲ ಶಾಲೆಗೆ ನಗರಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಜಂಟಿ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ಐಎಎಸ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ ಕೃಷ್ಣಮೂರ್ತಿ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿದರು

ALLCARGO EMERGE 2026 startup beach festival concludes successfully
Industry-innovation collaboration in Tier-2 regions showcased

The highlight was the finale of CREDAI–Mangaluru BuildSmart Innovation Challenge, a nationwide industry-led initiative, addressing real-world challenges in real estate and construction.

Mangaluru: ಬೊಕ್ಕಪಟ್ಣ ಸರಕಾರಿ ಶಾಲೆಯಲ್ಲರಳಿದೆ ತರಕಾರಿ ತೋಟ

Educational institutions adopt open house programmes to attract students

TiEcon Mangaluru 2026: Karnataka to launch local innovation fund for cities beyond Bengaluru

"We will soon have a local fund here in Mangaluru, where we will look at investing around Rs 20 crores. The fund is aimed at improving access to seed capital for startups based in regions that have seen limited institutional funding compared to Bengaluru," Prakash (Accel India founding partner) said during a panel discussion at TiEcon Mangaluru 2026 on January 15.

Deloitte will come to Mangaluru, says its South Asia CEO Romal Shetty

The CEO said that building an ecosystem in Mangaluru by aligning education institutes with corporates and startups, creating plug and play infrastructure facilities, branding the region, bringing out the hidden talents, are important to attract investments, GCCs, and global firms to the region.

Rohit Bhat, president, TiE, Mangaluru said that TiE has launched the ‘TiE Elite’ initiative aimed at galvanising students to become nation builders through entrepreneurship. It has tied up with Canara Engineering College and Alva’s College to implement the initiative. The partnership will employ concepts, including mentorship, corporate internship, industry-academia interaction, and entrepreneurship and knowledge enhancement of students. This initiative will be extended to other institutes in phases.

UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 2025: Mangaluru University ranks among best
UI GreenMetric University Rankings: Mangalore varsity ranks third in India

Improves world ranking from 179 to 127 and India ranking from 4 to 3.

Mangalore University will implement digital evaluation from June

Safety certificates must for colleges seeking MU affiliation

Karnataka unveils Rs 570 crore startup policy, Mangaluru among phase 1 cities

Mangalore University Academic council approves affiliation of 4 new colleges

The newly approved colleges are: Mangala College of Management and Science at Pedamale village in Neermarga, for a certificate course in Yogic Sciences with an intake of 60 students; Nethrajyothi College at Kinnimulki, for a BSc in Food Nutrition and Dietetics with an intake of 60 students; Adyar Intellectuals College at Adyar, offering Bachelor of Arts courses in English, Journalism and Psychology with an intake of 30 students; and Sham Institute, approved to offer BCA with an intake of 60 students.

Prof Dharma said the university had received 140 applications for the affiliation process for 2026–27, including 33 government colleges and 102 private colleges. Three colleges — Anjuman First Grade College, Jokatte; Prerana College, Kodialbail; and Shree Bharathi College, Nanthoor — did not apply for affiliation.

Startup delivers personalised companionship for senior citizens in M’luru

PG students planted over 600 fruit-bearing saplings in Mangalore University campus, says VC

Mangaluru doctor chosen for FRCP

Smiles project: Cupboards that nurture reading spaces in rural schools

RuTAGe Smart Village Centres to be inaugurated at Nitte and Farangipet on Jan 21
South’s first RuTAGe smart village centres planned in coast

Coast Guard Academy project in Mangaluru triggers row as dalit colony loses only access road

MANGALURU: The construction of India’s first Coast Guard Academy (CGA) at Kenjar on the outskirts of Mangaluru has run into controversy, with Dalit families living in the vicinity alleging that the compound wall being built for the project has cut off the only access road to their colony, affecting their daily lives.

Karnataka's First AI-Enabled Campus – Swastika National Business School, Mangalore

KPT becomes country’s first autonomous govt polytechnic college

Further explaining the factors that helped the institution receive autonomous status, Keni said the institution received 100% admissions and placement for all graduates. He said it excelled in sports, becoming champions for 12 consecutive years. The students were also active in NCC and NSS activities.

Autonomy allows KPT to design industry-aligned curricula, conduct its own exams, prepare question papers, and handle handle documentation internally. The college can directly partner with industries and receive funding priority from AICTE or MoE. ...

KPT Mangaluru becomes India’s first autonomous govt polytechnic

When will KPT be upgraded into an Engineering College?

National Conference on Neuropsychiatry Held at Yenepoya Nursing College in Mangalore

Three women launch sustainability collective in Mangaluru

Is there anyone working on seagrass/seaweed decor/fabric design? 1 2 3 4 5

PPP model proposed for MUs incomplete international hostel

Nitte Institute of Hospitality Services hosts International Research Forum on Hospitality & Tourism 2026


ಮಂಗಳೂರು ವಿ.ವಿ.ಯಲ್ಲಿ ಎಐ ಲ್ಯಾಬ್! - ರಾಜ್ಯದ ವಿ.ವಿ.ಗಳಲ್ಲೇ ಮೊದಲ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ಚಾಲನೆ, ವರ್ಷದೊಳಗೆ ಪೂರ್ಣ

ಬಹುನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿತ "ಪಿಎಂ ಉಷಾ' ಯೋಜನೆಯಡಿ ಮಂಗಳೂರು ವಿ.ವಿ.ಗೆ 20 ಕೋ.ರೂ. ಅನುದಾನ ಬಂದಿದ್ದು, ಇದರಲ್ಲಿ 7.69 ಕೋ.ರೂ.ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಎಐ ಲ್ಯಾಬ್ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ ವಾಗಲಿದೆ. ಇದಕ್ಕೆ ಶೇ.60ರಷ್ಟು ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಹಾಗೂ ಶೇ.40ರಷ್ಟು ಅನುದಾನವನ್ನು ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರಕಾರ ನೀಡಲಿದೆ.

ಮಂಗಳೂರು "ಕಂಪ್ಯೂಟಿಂಗ್ ಹಬ್'"ಕಂಪ್ಯೂಟಿಂಗ್ ಹಬ್' ಆಗಿ ಮಂಗಳೂರು ವಿ.ವಿ.ಯನ್ನು ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರಕಾರ ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಿದೆ. ಈ ವಿ.ವಿ. ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅಧಿಕ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗಳು, ಬೃಹತ್, ಮಧ್ಯಮ ಹಾಗೂ ಸಣ್ಣ ಕೈಗಾರಿಕೆಗಳು ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಿವೆ. ಅವರಿಗೆಲ್ಲ ಪೂರಕವಾಗುವ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಪ್ಯೂಟಿಂಗ್ ಹಬ್ ಮಾಡುವುದು ಸರಕಾರದ ಆಶಯ. ಹೊಸ ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆಯ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆ, ಸ್ಟಾರ್ಟ್ ಅಪ್, ತರಬೇತಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆಗೆ ಅನುಗುಣವಾಗಿ ಪ್ರತ್ಯೇಕ ಕಟ್ಟಡ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣವಾದರೆ ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಉಪಯೋಗ ಎಂಬುದು ಉದ್ದೇಶ.

ಹೊಸ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆಗೂ ಕೇಂದ್ರವಿದು!

ಎಐ ಲ್ಯಾಬ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಪ್ಯೂಟರ್ನ ಸುಧಾರಿತ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆ ಮಾಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಅದಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ನಿರ್ಮಿಸುವ ಪ್ರತ್ಯೇಕ ಕಟ್ಟಡದ ಮತ್ತೊಂದು ಭಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಹಾರ್ಡ್ವೇರ್ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆಯೂ ನಡೆಯಲಿದೆ. ಕಂಪ್ಯೂಟರ್, ಮೊಬೈಲ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಬಳಕೆಯಾಗುವ ಚಿಪ್ಗಳ ಉತ್ಪಾದನೆ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ವಿ.ವಿ.ಯ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ ವಿಭಾಗದ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳು ಪ್ರಯೋಗ ಮಾಡುವ ಪರಿ ಕಲ್ಪನೆಯನ್ನೂ ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾರಿಗೊಳಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಈ ಮೂಲಕ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿ ಗಳನ್ನು ಶೈಕ್ಷಣಿಕ ಹಂತದಲ್ಲಿಯೇ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕವಾಗಿ ತೊಡಗಿಸು ವುದು ಯೋಜನೆ ಉದ್ದೇಶ.

google "laboratory level semiconductor chip fabrication equipment cost in rupees"

Laboratory-level semiconductor chip fabrication equipment costs in India vary widely based on whether they are for basic research, university training, or pilot-line production. For a comprehensive educational or R&D laboratory, costs can range from a few lakhs for individual tools to around
₹4.95 crore for a fully equipped, specialized facility.

Hope MU will get a fully equipped semiconductor chip fabrication equipment for students' experiments.

AI centre of excellence taking shape at MU

Construction of a two-storey building, funded through Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA), with a Rs 7.69-crore allocation from the PM USHA grant, began a few weeks ago.

Officials said the project is scheduled for completion by next March. The university will additionally invest Rs 1 crore to procure equipment for the centre.

According to the current plan, the centre will focus on AI courses related to quantum computing, health, and social health," Shekar said. The centre will collaborate with the Centre for Advanced Research in Environmental Radioactivity, located on the campus, to support its research activities.

The proposed lab will also include sections focused on cybersecurity and public policy. Shekar said the facility is being planned for broader data analysis work through an interdisciplinary approach, where data collected by students from social work and other humanities streams can be processed and analysed at the lab.

UK–India trade pact opens new business, education avenues for Mangaluru
UK backs ‘Beyond Bengaluru’ push

Mangaluru: UK deputy high commissioner pitches Mangaluru as a potential trade and education hub under the upcoming UK-India CETA, with coastal brands and British universities eyeing new opportunities.

On the education front, he said many UK universities are exploring partnerships following India's new National Education Policy, which allows foreign universities to set up campuses here. "Our discussions today were about, ‘Can we get more British schools to Mangaluru and get more British universities to explore the possibilities of opening campuses here?' Lots of opportunities and a lot of work to be done. That is why my team and I are here," he said.

Many DK schools yet to implement mandatory water bell initiative

International conference on emerging trends held at Srinivas University, Mangaluru

Mangaluru to tee off golf academy by May 31

Are students expected to enroll in schools nearby to Pilikula for easier commuting? "after school till 8–9 pm" means they have to stay in nearby hostels if their home is far away.

Mangaluru to Get Golf Excellence Academy at Pilikula by May 31

Union Budget Misses Opportunity for Coastal Economic Corridor: KCCI

Despite strong maritime development support in the Budget, he noted that there was no announcement on establishing a Central Maritime University or a dedicated maritime higher education institute in Mangaluru, a long-pending demand. Such an institution, he said, would help leverage coastal skills and trade potential by formalising maritime education, boosting specialised training, and strengthening the city’s role in shipping, logistics and ocean economy sectors.

Absence of coastal economic corridor leaves stakeholders disappointed

The emphasis on Orange Economy, aligns well with Dakshina Kannada's emerging creative and STEM-linked talent base. He welcomed the proposal to establish a National Institute of Hospitality.

No news on number of potential candidates competiting to be a Regional Medical Hub. Anyway, it would result in greater economic agglomeration if National Institute of Hospitality Management (NIHM) and All India Institutes of Ayurveda (AIIA) are parts of Medical Hub formed to encourage medical tourism. And All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) should come up in Kasargod as a part of Silicon Beach & Medical Hub. But when did Indian politicians allow economic agglomeration to happen in tier-II & III cities?

Spanish Ambassador's SJEC visit on Feb 3 to strengthen global academic ties

DK eyes to improve SSLC preparatory exam pass rate

DK colleges move to integrate AI into commerce curricula

Autonomous institutions have approached Mangalore University (MU) seeking approval to partially integrate AI into commerce courses. The initiative is aimed at building student capabilities in data analysis, automation and digital decision-making, as colleges respond to growing demand for tech-enabled skills in the job market.

KV 2 gets ‘Sterling School’ award by CSE

AICTE IDEA (Idea Development, Evaluation and Application) Lab inaugurated

The AICTE IDEA Lab is a flagship initiative of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) ...

The IDEA Lab at Alva's is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a CO₂ laser cutting machine for acrylic fabrication and prototyping, a CNC router for wooden engraving and 3D carving, 3D printing, sublimation systems, and a Surface Mount Technology (SMT) setup used in manufacturing LED lights, integrated circuits, connectors, and CCTV camera components.

CTRL+ALT+HUMAN: Spanish ambassador sparks ‘Great Reset’ in India’s Silicon Beach, Mangaluru
Spanish ambassador launches ‘The Great Reset’ book in Mangaluru

Conclusion:
The interaction left a strong impression that Mangaluru’s academic and cultural ecosystem—often dubbed India’s Silicon Beach—is well positioned to contribute meaningfully to global conversations shaping humanity’s future in the age of artificial intelligence.

Will this conclusion result in Spanish investment in Education & IT?

Udupi: MAHE to host Global Health Summit 2026 across Dubai, Manipal

Coastal Start-up Fest 2026 launched; focus on developing Mangaluru–Udupi as tier-2 innovation hub

.. The flagship event is jointly organised by AIC Nitte Incubation Centre, K-Tech Innovation Hub and the NITTE-GOK Centre of Excellence in Aquamarine Innovation, in partnership with Fiza by Nexus Mall and with strategic support from KDEM.

Addressing the gathering, Ameet Ganu S, GM – corporate strategy, MRPL, urged young innovators to focus on emerging energy technologies such as renewable energy, carbon capture systems and green hydrogen. ...

Coastal Startup Fest 2026 formally launched in Mangaluru
Coastal Startup Fest 2026 formally launched in Mangaluru