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Coastal Innovation Hackathon 2026 Highlights Top Solutions

On 12th July, Day 2 of the Coastal Innovation Hackathon 2026 commenced with the third and final mentor checkpoint, where mentors interacted with the participants, reviewed their progress, and offered constructive feedback before the conclusion of the hackathon.
The hackathon officially concluded at 11:00 AM, marking the successful completion of an intense 24-hour journey. The submitted projects were subsequently evaluated by the mentors and the internal evaluation committee based on the teams' overall progress and the quality of their solutions. Out of the 30 participating teams, 10 teams were shortlisted to advance to the final presentation round. The shortlisted teams presented their projects before an esteemed panel of judges comprising Aditya Poonja, Business Development Executive at the AIC NITTE Incubation Centre; Amrit Shenava, Founder of Flashmates; Manoj S, Co-founder and CEO of CogniMuse; and Prof. Shailesh Shetty, Head CSBS, SIT, Mangaluru, who evaluated each solution based on innovation, technical implementation, feasibility, and overall impact.
The hackathon concluded with a Valedictory Ceremony graced by Professor Dr. Shahnavaz Manipady, Dean of Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr. Rohan S. Monis, Chief Administrative Officer of Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences and Kanachur Hospital & Research Centre, Dr. Sheikh Bava, President of Build Up Kasaragod, Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, SCEM, Dr. Musthafa Basthikodi, Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and Mr. Harisha Achar, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Centre of Excellence in Digital Forensic Intelligence and Cybersecurity, along with other distinguished dignitaries. The ceremony included the felicitation of the judges, mentors, sponsors, and partners in recognition of their invaluable contributions towards the successful conduct of the event.
Participants also shared their experiences, reflecting on the collaborative learning, mentorship, and innovation that defined the hackathon. The winners were announced during the Valedictory Ceremony, celebrating the exceptional talent, perseverance, and innovation demonstrated throughout the hackathon.

The First Prize, along with a cash prize of ₹75,000, was awarded to Team ByteClub from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.
Team Nexus Alpha from Srinivas Institute of Technology, Mangaluru was declared the First Runner-up and received a cash prize of ₹50,000, while Team Third Prize!!! from BMS Institute of Technology, Bengaluru secured the Second Runner-up position and was awarded ₹25,000. In addition to the cash prizes, the winning teams were awarded internship opportunities and exclusive access to professional upskilling courses offered by JumpWhere, recognizing their technical excellence and encouraging their continued learning and career development. The Coastal Innovation Hackathon 2026 concluded with a vote of thanks, celebrating a successful event dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and technological excellence among aspiring innovators. The top 10 teams, along with the mentors and judges, were also extended exclusive invitations to the Coastal Innovation Summit, to be held in Kasaragod, Kerala, recognizing their outstanding contributions and encouraging continued engagement with the region's growing innovation ecosystem.

One-Day Subject Oriented Workshop: Around 200 Pre-University English lecturers from Dakshina Kannada District at Sahyadri

The Department of School Education (Pre-University), in association with the D.K. District P.U. College English Lecturers' Forum and the D.K. P.U. College Principals' Association, conducted a One-Day Subject-Oriented Workshop on 15th July 2026 at Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, Mangaluru. The workshop brought together around 200 Pre-University English lecturers from Dakshina Kannada District for expert sessions on "English Teachers in Indian Classrooms" and "Challenges of Evaluation." The programme commenced with a prayer by the students of Sahyadri, followed by the welcome of the dignitaries and the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony. The inaugural session was graced by President Sri. Manjunath Bhandary MLC, Govt. Karnataka, Chairman – Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management; Smt. Jayashree P., Deputy Director (I/C) Department of School Education (Pre-University); Dr. Naveen Shetty K., President DKPUC Principals' Association (Regd); Sri Vittala A., Joint Secretary Karnataka State P.U. Lecturers' Association (Regd); and Sri. Hariprakash B., President Karnataka State P.U. Lecturers' Association (Regd), D.K. District Unit.

Presiding over the programme, Shri. Manjunath Bhandary, MLC and Chairman, Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, emphasized that the strength of an institution lies in the positive influence of its faculty and students, rather than branding alone. Fondly remembering his teachers and mentors, he encouraged educators to inspire students by translating knowledge into meaningful learning experiences. He stressed the importance of developing academic, analytical, and technical skills, highlighting English as a vital enabler of technical communication and employability, while encouraging teachers to build students' confidence alongside academic excellence. He also reaffirmed Sahyadri's commitment to supporting such academic initiatives.

Dr. Prashantha Rao delivered a presentation on Sahyadri's Vision and Mission, highlighting the institution's academic ecosystem, industry collaborations, and recent achievements. The programme also included a felicitation of retiring teachers in recognition of their dedicated service to the teaching profession.In his address, Dr. Naveen Shetty K. congratulated Shri. Manjunath Bhandary for his visionary leadership in developing Sahyadri into a premier institution and remarked that English is not merely a subject but a bridge to global opportunities. The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the support of the dignitaries, resource persons, participants, the organizing committee, and the Sahyadri faculty and student volunteers for making the event a meaningful and successful academic initiative.

Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) on "Digital Transformation: Education 4.0, ICT, Digital Tools and AI for Teaching, Learning and Research" by resource persons from CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru

As part of its ongoing Quality Improvement Programme (QIP), Sahyadri organised a two-day faculty development programme on "Digital Transformation: Education 4.0, ICT, Digital Tools and AI for Teaching, Learning and Research" on 15th and 16th July 2026. The sessions were led by Dr. Vinay M and Dr. Deepa B.G. from the Department of Computer Science, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru. The inaugural session on 15th July 2026 commenced with an address by Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, who highlighted the remarkable pace of digital transformation over the last 25 years. Emphasising the need for continuous upskilling, he noted that while job profiles may remain similar in the coming years, the tools and technologies required to perform them effectively are evolving rapidly. He encouraged faculty members to equip themselves with emerging digital tools to remain relevant in the ever-changing educational landscape. Dr. Injaganeri also appreciated the management's initiative in collaborating with CHRIST (Deemed to be University) to organise training programmes that empower faculty members with contemporary teaching practices. He remarked that while every effort is being made to provide the best learning opportunities, the true impact depends on the willingness of faculty to embrace continuous learning and adopt new technologies with the right attitude. The technical sessions were conducted by Dr. Vinay M, who introduced participants to a range of innovative digital tools aimed at enhancing teaching, learning and research. He demonstrated Curi.live, showcasing how interactive features can make classroom sessions more engaging and learner-centric. Faculty members also participated in a learner-style assessment, with Dr. Vinay encouraging them to undertake self-assessment to better understand their own teaching and learning preferences. The session further explored the effective use of Grammarly to improve the quality of academic content, enhance writing, and minimise AI-generated and plagiarism scores. Faculty members were also introduced to Coggle.it for creating visually engaging mind maps, Flippity.net for developing interactive classroom activities, and Book Creator, which enables educators to design and publish their own digital books. Participants were encouraged to create course-specific learning resources and share their expertise by publishing educational content freely. The first day concluded with enthusiastic participation from the faculty, who gained valuable insights into integrating digital technologies and AI-powered tools into teaching and research, reinforcing Sahyadri College's commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in higher education.

Dept. of ISE organized a session on Corporate Communication and Employee Roles, Responsibility towards Organization

The Department of Information Science & Engineering organized a session on “Corporate Communication and Employee Roles, Responsibility towards Organization” for the students of 7th Semester ISE on 16th July 2026. Mr. Naveen Nayak I, Founder & Managing Director, ABHIMO Technologies Pvt. Ltd. was the resource person for the session. The session focused on the importance of effective communication in professional life. Mr Naveen explained the concept of communication, its benefits, various types, and the common barriers that hinder effective communication. Emphasis was placed on the need for personal responsibility, adherence to office ethics, and maintaining appropriate employee behaviour both within and outside the organization. The session also highlighted the roles and responsibilities of an employee in contributing to organizational success. The speaker encouraged participants to develop professionalism, integrity, effective communication skills, and a positive attitude towards continuous learning and growth. Prof. Aishwarya M Bhat coordinated the session and Dr. Rithesh Pakkala P., HOD-ISE, Prof. Pratheek H, Dept. IIC Coordinator witnessed the program.

Board of Studies (BoS) Meeting of BCA Program

The Department of Computer Applications conducted its First Board of Studies (BoS) Meeting on 11 July 2026. The meeting was graced by Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, along with Dr. Duddela Sai Prashanth, Head, Department of Computer Applications, and the department's internal faculty members.
The meeting witnessed the participation of distinguished academicians and industry experts, including Dr. Bharat G. Adusul, Professor, IIT Bombay (Online); Dr. Anand Kumar M, Associate Professor, NITK Surathkal (Online); Mr. Pradeep Varanasi, Vice President – Data Science & GenAI, Macquarie Group, Hyderabad (Online); Dr. Bharath Bhushan, Senior Data Scientist, IBM Bengaluru; Dr. Basavaraj S. Anami, Registrar, KLE Technological University, Hubballi (Online); and Dr. Thontadari C, Associate Professor, Christ (Deemed to be University). The Board comprehensively reviewed the proposed BCA and MCA curricula and provided valuable suggestions to enhance the programmes in line with Outcome-Based Education (OBE), NEP 2020, and emerging industry requirements. The experts appreciated the department's initiative in developing a robust, industry-oriented curriculum and offered constructive recommendations to further strengthen the syllabus before its implementation.
The successful conduct of the first BoS meeting marks a significant milestone in the establishment of the Department of Computer Applications and reflects the institution's commitment to academic excellence, industry collaboration, and continuous curriculum improvement.

Bridge Course 2026 for BCA and BBA Programs

Day 10 focused on networking, entrepreneurship, programming, AI ethics, and prompt engineering, where students enhanced their professional communication, business innovation, coding, ethical AI usage, and prompt-writing skills. Day 12 emphasized product pitching, searching algorithms, Google Slides, and student presentations, helping participants strengthen their technical knowledge, presentation abilities, and public speaking confidence. Day 13 introduced students to campus opportunities, LinkedIn and resume building, and game-based coding activities, preparing them for internships while making programming engaging. Day 14 concluded with sessions on teamwork, management activities, financial literacy, bridge course revision, and portfolio building, enabling students to develop leadership, collaboration, financial awareness, technical understanding, and professional readiness for future careers.

Placements and Training:

Recruited by Tessolve Semiconductor

Raksha Naik from the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering from the 2026 passed-out batch, has been selected by Tessolve Semiconductor Private Limited for the role of Silicon Validation Engineer 1. She will be joining the company on 4th August 2026.
About Tessolve Semiconductor Private Limited
Founded in 2004, Tessolve Semiconductor Private Limited is a leading global engineering services company specializing in semiconductor chip design, silicon validation, testing, and embedded systems. The company partners with leading technology organizations worldwide to accelerate the design, validation, and testing of complex semiconductor solutions with high quality and cost efficiency.

Storeys-Recruitment Drive

Storeys visited Sahyadri on 13th July 2026 to conduct a pool campus recruitment drive. Nearly 290 students participated in the drive. The recruitment process began with a Pre-Placement Talk (PPT), followed by the Group Discussion (GD) round and the Interview round. The final interview will be conducted online.

Indian Utility Patent Granted to Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, Mangaluru

Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management (SCEM), Mangaluru, has achieved a significant milestone with the grant of an Indian Utility Patent, marking the first patent drafted and filed by the SCEM IPR Cell to be successfully granted.
This achievement reflects the institution's strong commitment to fostering innovation, promoting research excellence, and strengthening its intellectual property ecosystem. It also highlights SCEM's continuous efforts to encourage faculty members and students to transform innovative ideas into protected intellectual assets.
The SCEM IPR Cell sincerely acknowledges the constant encouragement and support of the Management of Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management. Special appreciation is extended to Dr. S Manjappa, Director (R&D), for his continuous motivation, and unwavering guidance throughout the patent journey. The IPR Cell also gratefully acknowledges the encouragement and support of Dr. S S Injaganeri, Principal; Dr. Rathishchandra R. Gatti, Dean (R&D); Mr. Johnson Tellis, CEO, and Dr. Rajesha S, Former Principal, whose contributions were instrumental in achieving this milestone.
The SCEM IPR Cell also expresses its sincere gratitude to Dr. Rudresh M., Associate Professor, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru, for his valuable guidance and technical insights. Special appreciation is extended to Adv. Pranav Bhat, Patent Agent and Managing Partner, Lextria Research, for his professional expertise and dedicated support during the patent prosecution process. The patent was drafted and filed under the guidance of the SCEM IPR Cell, coordinated by Dr. Ajith B. S., Associate Dean – Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), who is also one of the inventors of the granted patent.
The granted patent is the outcome of the collaborative efforts of Dr. Ajith B. S., Associate Dean (IPR), along with students from various departments of the institution—Mr. Varun Raj, Mr. Sheshadri Suresh Sakalathi, Mr. Aheesh Rao, Mr. Dion McNeil D'Souza, Mr. Rakshith K, Ms. Nireeksha U, and Ms. Nireeksha N. K. Their interdisciplinary collaboration, dedication, and innovative spirit were instrumental in transforming the concept into a granted patent. This landmark achievement reinforces Sahyadri's vision of promoting innovation-driven research, protecting intellectual property, and translating research outcomes into impactful technologies.

Innovation in Action: ECE Students Pitch Before Titan & IIM Calcutta Jury

Student innovators from the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) extends its presented their solutions before the esteemed jury from Titan Company Limited and IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCIP), marking the culmination of the Titan Design Impact Movement Pre-Incubation Cohort.
The Titan Design Impact Movement (DIM), in association withInUnity - Innovation for Community, is a flagship innovation and entrepreneurship initiative that empowers young innovators to identify real-world challenges, develop human-centred solutions, and transform promising ideas into impactful ventures through structured mentoring, validation, and prototype development.

ECE Dept. Explores Interdisciplinary Innovation in Dental Automation

The Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) welcomed Mr. Adibh and Mr. Neil Shannen Dsouza, second-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students from A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, for a discussion on the development of a Calculus Automation Equipment prototype. The discussion, led by Dr. Anush Bekal, HoD, ECE, focused on the development of an interdisciplinary initiative that brings together electronics, automation, and dental science. The team explored the functional requirements, technical feasibility, and the roadmap for building a prototype that can reduce manual intervention, improve precision, and significantly shorten dental procedure time. The interaction highlighted the importance of collaboration between engineers and clinicians in transforming ideas into practical solutions that benefit society. The Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) will support and mentor this initiative as it progresses from concept to a working prototype.

Dept. of ISE organized Career Counselling Session by T.I.M.E

The Department of Information Science & Engineering, organized a Career Counselling Session by T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd.) for the final-year engineering students. The session aimed to create awareness about various career opportunities available after graduation and guide students in planning their future careers effectively. The resource person Mr. Ashith provided valuable insights into competitive examinations that engineering graduates can pursue, including opportunities in government sectors, PSUs, banking, and other public service examinations. The importance of having a plan beyond IT placements and starting early preparation for competitive exams was emphasized.
The session also focused on higher education opportunities, explaining preparation strategies for examinations such as CAT, GRE, GATE, and GMAT, and highlighted the pathways to secure admission into prestigious institutions.
The session was highly informative and interactive, encouraging students to explore multiple career options, prepare systematically for competitive examinations and higher studies, and make informed decisions about their future careers. The event witnessed by Dr. Rithesh Pakkala P., HOD-ISE, Ms. Amritha Mohan C K, Faculty Coordinator and active participation from the students of the Department. The Department of Information Science & Engineering, organized a Career Counselling Session by T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd.) for the final-year engineering students. The session aimed to create awareness about various career opportunities available after graduation and guide students in planning their future careers effectively.
The resource person Mr. Ashith provided valuable insights into competitive examinations that engineering graduates can pursue, including opportunities in government sectors, PSUs, banking, and other public service examinations.

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Sun Jul 19 2026