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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Higher edu institutions expand online degree courses
Mangaluru: Prominent institutions of higher education along the coast are extending their reach far beyond their traditional campuses. They are embracing the digital frontier to offer a new generation of learners access to quality education and the opportunity to earn degrees. Major deemed universities in the region, including Nitte, Yenepoya, and the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), are rapidly transitioning significant portions of their curriculum to online and blended learning formats. This transition opens up their prestigious programmes to a global audience. These online courses are recognised as equivalent to traditional on-campus degrees and are accredited by UGC and AICTE. For example, the Directorate of Online Education (DOE), a constituent unit of MAHE, started in 2019. It offers a diverse portfolio of professionally designed online programmes aligned with sustainable development goals. "It currently offers four PG programmes—MBA, MSc Data Science, MSc Business Analytics, MCA—and three PG certificate programmes such as PGCP in Business Analytics, PGCP in Data Science, PGCP in Logistics and Supply Chain, PGCP in Entrepreneurship and Innovation," said Manojkumar Nagasampige, director of DOE. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He said that currently, more than 10,000 students are enrolled, and its global footprint now spans over 50 countries, creating an inclusive, cross-cultural learning environment that promotes collaboration and diversity. A flagship initiative, the eVidyaBharati eArogyaBharati (eVBAB) Pan African Network Scholarship Project, in partnership with the ministry of external affairs, enables African students to pursue DOE's programmes at no cost. Over 1,000 students from 15 African nations enrolled, building capacity for sustainable development in their communities. More than 500 students graduated from this scholarship project. The DOE plans to add BBA and BCom in the next couple of months. "In the next five years, we are adding another five UG and three PG programmes. We are looking at adding 40,000-50,000 learners in the next five years," said Nagasampige. Yenepoya (DU) offers MBA and MCA at PG level, and BBA, BCom, and BCA at the UG level as online programmes. Dr M Vijaya Kumar, vice- chancellor of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), said they will add MCA, MBA this year. "We started online courses in July 2023, and are currently offering UG courses with an enrolment of 2,198 candidates across the country," he said. MS Moodithaya, vice-chancellor of Nitte (Deemed to be University), said that they are planning to start online courses in MBA and MCA. "We received permission from AICTE and will commence soon," he said.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Edu institutions adopt digital exam pads to promote sustainability
Mangaluru: The deemed universities in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi are leading a sustainability revolution with the adoption of digital exam pads, replacing traditional pen and paper. Institutions like Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) successfully implemented the reusable devices, significantly reducing paper waste, a decade ago. Institutions like Nitte (Deemed to be University) and Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) are in talks with service providers to embrace the technology. Paper is used for printing the hall tickets, question papers, and answer booklets. Exam pads save tonnes of paper annually, curbing deforestation, water consumption, and carbon emissions associated with paper production. While these early adopters said that it helped due to immense environmental benefits, other universities face hurdles due to the initial cost and logistical complexities of implementing the technology on a large scale. BT Nandish, controller of examination at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), said they are in talks with service providers of digital exam pads. "Majorly, negotiation is in connection to cost. Adopting the service comes with a huge cost," said Nandish. The university has around 20,000 students who use a total of 150 pages each of answer booklets a year for writing various examinations conducted by the institution. At Nitte (Deemed to be University), the senior officials are still in a dilemma about whether to adopt the technology or not. MS Moodithaya, VC, Nitte (Deemed to be University), said the dilemma is that adopting digital exam pads will affect the good habit of handwriting, which is slowly fading away among the current generation. "As a pilot basis, we have now introduced tabsfor first-year MBBS students where they will have access to classroom materials while the class is on, and after class. All the study materials are available on it. However, the plan on introducing exam pads will be taken from next year onwards. Nitte (Deemed to be University) has about 22,000 students, the majority in its engineering college campuses in Karkala and Bengaluru. If we start, we are starting from engineering colleges," said Moodithaya. MAHE, which was the first one to introduce exam pads in 2016 in this region, accommodates more than 30,000 students across its various campuses. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Youth can change things because of new ideas and opportunities: DGR
Mangaluru: Today's youth can change things because of their new ideas, thoughts, and new ways of doing things, said district minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. Rao was addressing 750 youths from nearly 10 countries, who are part of the three-day 'Global Youth Summit 2025', an international conference that started on Wednesday. The first-of-its-kind conference is hosted by the State NSS Cell, department of youth empowerment and sports, govt of Karnataka, in collaboration with Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). He said that the conference is focusing on the issues concerning the youth, the challenges that the youth are facing today, and the issues that they are confronting. "There are so many things happening around the world. Whether it is in Africa, Asia, Europe, or America, every country has controversial issues as well as many interesting developments. For the youth today, there are definitely a lot of opportunities for them to learn and grow," he noted. The minister asked youths to think and take action on how they can cut across barriers to bring in solidarity. "All must come together, and it is about solidarity. It is how we can bring people together, how we can think in a way that benefits not only ourselves but also the world," he said. He asked the youth to focus on and raise discussions about environmental civil rights, transgender rights, women's empowerment, human rights, and women's rights. "In many countries, political movements and democracies are in danger, with authoritarian regimes taking over," he said. During his address, the minister also highlighted growing health concerns among youth, linking lifestyle choices in a digitised world to rising instances of diabetes, blood pressure, mental stress, and other ailments. "Health issues among youngsters are concerning. It is due to lifestyle, and we see the onset of so many diseases. Concentration levels are going down, and there are poor communication skills. Youth are suffering from mental stress. All need to take care of their mental and physical health," he told the participants.
The Hindu
01-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Nature doesn't need social media posts on Environment Day, R K Nair
'Nature doesn't need our social media posts on Environment Day (observed on June 5). It needs our consistent action, our lifestyle choices and our respect,' said Radhakrishna Nair, co-founder of the Enviro Creators Foundation. Widely known as 'Green Hero' for his initiative to create Miyawaki urban forests in the country, Mr. Nair, delivering the keynote address at the guest lecture, on 'My Planet, My Pride', organised by the Yenepoya (deemed-to-be-university) here recently. The Centre for Environmental Studies, in collaboration with the Eco Club and NSS Unit of Yenepoya Medical College and Research Centre, hosted the programme. Mr. Nair said that insects, animals, and birds work tirelessly to sustain life on Earth without salary, promotion, or incentives. Yet humans destroy them with chemicals and pollution. Nature, he said, needs consistent human action and lifestyle choices to sustain itself. He urged everyone to adopt more sustainable practices and embrace an eco-conscious culture. 'Why use a straw when you can drink directly? I carry my own steel plate and tumbler with me wherever I go. If each of us made small changes like this, the planet would breathe easier,' Mr. Nair said. Hailing from Kasaragod, Mr. Nair has led the creation of over 100 Miyawaki forests across India, including Smritivan in Kutch, Gujarat—the world's largest Miyawaki forest, covering 470 acres. Drawing from this experience, he emphasised the urgent need for grassroots change in individual attitudes and lifestyles.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Science and technology empowering youth for national development: Mansukh Mandaviya
Mangaluru: Science and technology created lasting solutions to challenges faced by the youth, contributing significantly to the vision of a Viksit Bharat , said Mansukh Mandaviya , Union minister of youth affairs and sports. He addressed the participants after inaugurating a two-day international conference, 'Icon Youth - Envisioning India's Future: Youth as Change Makers', at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). Mandaviya emphasised the importance of harnessing energy of youth for national development , conservation of natural resources, and the realisation of sustainable development goals. Jointly organised by the ministry of youth affairs and sports, govt of India, and Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), the conference aimed to empower youth to actively contribute to the nation's development. The inaugural ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Nitesh Kumar Mishra, joint secretary, youth affairs and chief vigilance o, ministry of youth affairs and sports; Sara Jyl Salmi, director of International Cooperation, ministry of youth affairs and sports and Karthikeyan Madheesh Parikh, founding director, BRICKS Youth Alliance. Nitesh Kumar Mishra underscored the crucial role of youth as future leaders, advocating for opportunities that enhance their knowledge, exposure, and experience to drive societal change. Salmi, in her address, lauded the institution for hosting this significant conference. She emphasised the conference's role in exploring youth perspectives to achieve inclusive and sustainable development, providing a platform for cultural exchange and skill development.
