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Placement and Training: Belc Team from Japan Visited Sahyadri to strengthen Global Placement Collaboration

Building on the highly positive engagement from last year, Belc Co., Ltd. once again visited Sahyadri on 18th Feb 2026, reaffirming its commitment to long-term collaboration and global talent development. The esteemed delegation visited the Sahyadri Building to further strengthen its association with the Placement Department and the respective Heads of Departments.
The delegation from BELC comprised Suzuki-san, Kobayashi-san, Prayag-san, representatives from Zenken, and Mr. Abhishek S N, making it a five-member team focused on strengthening academic–industry collaboration and expanding international placement opportunities.
During the visit, the Belc team engaged in strategic discussions with the Placement Team and the HODs of CSE, CSE Specializations, and ECE. The primary focus of the interaction was to outline and align the placement strategy for the 2027, 2028, and 2029 graduating batches, ensuring early preparation and skill readiness for global opportunities.

A detailed company presentation was delivered to students from the upcoming graduating batches who are currently undergoing Japanese language training. The session provided valuable insights into career prospects in Japan, workplace culture, technical expectations, and growth opportunities within BELC. Students actively interacted with the delegates, showcasing enthusiasm and global career aspirations.
The visit concluded with a campus visit, where the delegation appreciated the institution’s infrastructure, academic ecosystem, and commitment to industry-oriented training. This visit marks another significant milestone in Sahyadri’s journey toward international placements and global industry partnerships, strengthening its vision of preparing students for worldwide career opportunities.

Sahyadri hosts Shri Yogesh Brahmankar, Innovation Director at the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (AICTE)

Sahyadri had the privilege of hosting Shri Yogesh Brahmankar, Innovation Director at the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (AICTE), on 17th Feb 2026.
He was warmly welcomed by Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, Mr. Johnson Tellis, CEO, and the leadership team.
The delegate was briefed on Sahyadri’s academic ecosystem, innovation-driven initiatives, incubation activities, and skill development programs. A detailed discussion was held with the leadership team focussing on strengthening innovation culture, structured prototype development, and alignment with national initiatives.

Shri Yogesh Brahmankar was then taken on a campus visit showcasing Sahyadri’s innovation labs, incubation centre, and skill facilities. He greatly appreciated the institution’s strong focus on nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship among students. The visit was highly inspiring and reinforces Sahyadri’s commitment to fostering a robust innovation ecosystem.

Dept. of CSE Signs 5th MoU with RDL Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering has signed its 5th Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RDL Technologies Private Limited, an industrial AIoT based in-house company specializing in IoT products, embedded systems design, and software solutions for smart factory transformation.
This MoU marks a significant step in strengthening industry–academia collaboration and creating enhanced experiential learning opportunities for students. Through this partnership, the Department of CSE and RDL Technologies will jointly organize internships, industrial visits, placement drives, technical seminars, joint patent filing, and hackathons at Sahyadri campus.
RDL Technologies, known for its expertise in Industrial AIoT, embedded systems, and smart manufacturing solutions, will provide students with exposure to real-world industrial practices and emerging technologies. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements by offering hands-on training and practical implementation experience.
During the signing ceremony, Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi, Head of the department, outlined the roadmap for implementing activities under the MoU throughout the academic year. He emphasized structured engagement through regular technical programs, industry interactions, skill-development initiatives, and collaborative innovation projects.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Raghavendra G. Shetty, CEO of RDL Technologies, highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting students through mentorship, internships, technical guidance, and collaborative projects aligned with current industry demands.
Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, stressed the importance of ensuring that the MoU translates into measurable and meaningful outcomes for students. He highlighted the need for a comprehensive year-long activity plan and directed that the programs under the collaboration be conducted systematically to maximize student engagement and career readiness.
The MoU signing event was convened and coordinated by Prof. Harisha, Assistant Dean (Innovation), along with CSE faculty members. Professors of the department, including Dr. Ananth Prabhu G., Dr. Joyline D’sa, Dr. Suhas A Bhyratae, Dr. Deepti Rai, and other faculty members witnessed the occasion.

ECE Dept. conducted an Internship Enrollment Orientation Session

Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) conducted an Internship Enrolment Orientation Session for the 6th semester students, powered by Recruit by Mantrika.ai
Ms. Divyashree S, Industry Liaison and Relationship Manager at InUnity - Innovation for Community LLP, delivered an insightful and highly practical session on:
• Understanding the internship enrolment ecosystem
• Building industry-ready professional profiles
• Strategically showcasing technical skills, projects & certifications
• Aligning career interests with emerging domains like IoT and Embedded Systems
• Creating a strong and credible LinkedIn presence
What made the session impactful was its hands-on approach; students updated their profiles in real time, clarified doubts, and received immediate guidance on positioning themselves for meaningful opportunities. Internships are not just academic requirements; they are career accelerators that shape professional identity, confidence, and direction.

CSE Dept. Conducted “Project to Paper Publication” session for third-year students

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering organized an insightful session titled “Project to Paper Publication” for the third-year CSE students on 14th Feb 2026. The session was delivered by Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi, Professor & Head of the Department, who highlighted the significance of transforming final-year projects into quality research publications.
During the session, a structured two-phase roadmap was presented to guide students systematically from project development to scholarly publication. In the 6th semester (Project Phase I), students are expected to convert their project work into a conference paper by identifying a clear research gap, establishing novelty, developing a suitable methodology, and presenting preliminary results for submission to reputed conferences.
In the 7th semester (Project Phase II), students will further enhance their work through optimization, extended experimentation, comparative analysis, and rigorous validation to enable submission to Scopus- or SCI-indexed journals.
To ensure quality and consistency, a comprehensive monitoring mechanism has been instituted, including:
• Weekly reviews by project guides
• Monthly reviews by the Project Coordinator/ HoD
• Internal technical evaluations
• Mandatory plagiarism screening before submission
The department envisions that every final-year project will culminate in at least one conference publication, with promising works progressing to journal publications. This initiative aims to strengthen the department’s research culture, enrich students’ academic profiles, and enhance their opportunities for higher studies and placements. The event was coordinated by the Project Coordinators Dr. Poornima B V, and Dr. Deepti Rai.

CSE (AI & ML) students participate in NxtWave × OpenAI Buildathon

CSE (AI & ML) students Prewal Fernandes and Sneha S. Shetty, along with Sahana S. Madival and Amogha H. Shetty from the CSE Dept., represented Sahyadri at the prestigious NxtWave × OpenAI Buildathon, which witnessed over 75,000+ registrations from across India.
The team qualified at the college level and secured a place among the top 300 teams for the state-level round held at S-VYASA University, Bengaluru. With their innovative solution and strong technical presentation, they advanced to the National Finals, where 94 teams from different states competed.
The grand finale was held on 16th and 17th Feb 2026 at NCUI Auditorium and Sushma Swaraj Bhavan New Delhi, as part of the AI Impact Summit organized by the Government of India.
During the event, the students interacted with industry leaders, including Rahul Attuluri, CEO of NxtWave, and Bonnie Chatterjee, Global Head of Solutions Architecture at OpenAI. The event provided them with valuable national-level exposure, opportunities to present their solution before experts, and meaningful interactions with innovative teams from across the country.

Talk on Career Guidance and Higher Studies for Engineering students

A talk on Career Guidance and Higher Studies was held on 20th Feb 2026 to create awareness among students about global education opportunities and career pathways.
The session was delivered by Mr. Ravi Malapati, Business Development Manager – India, from Inuni, a part of the Global University Systems (GUS). He provided detailed insights into pursuing higher studies abroad and guided students on making informed academic and career decisions.
During his address, Mr. Malapati spoke about Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), USA, highlighting its academic excellence, research contributions, and the notable achievements of its alumni across various industries. He emphasized RPI’s strong global reputation and industry-oriented programs.
He also explained the student visa process, eligibility requirements, documentation procedures, and timelines to help students better understand the application journey. Additionally, he discussed the presence of five schools within the university framework and elaborated on scholarship opportunities available for eligible students.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, during which students raised queries regarding eligibility criteria, admission requirements, and scholarship options.
Nearly 180+ students from various engineering branches actively participated in the event. Prof. Pooja Rai, Admission Officer was present during the session.

ECE Alumni Empower the Next Generation

Ms. Ashritha M, a student of the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), has secured a four-month, full-time internship at Rapture Innovation Labs (Sonic Lamb).
The internship is in the Embedded Electronics domain, where Ashritha will gain hands-on exposure to hardware design and embedded software development, strengthening her practical, industry-relevant embedded systems skills.
Rapture Innovation Labs (Sonic Lamb) is a technology-driven startup co-founded by Sahyadri alumni, Jagath Biddappa and Navajith Karkera. The founders have earned national recognition for their patented hybrid driver technology, securing a place in Forbes India 30 Under 30 (Consumer Tech).
Further highlighting their entrepreneurial success, Sonic Lamb was featured on Shark Tank India, where they secured an investment deal of ₹50 lakh from Peyush Bansal—a remarkable milestone that underscores the startup’s innovation and market potential.

CSE Research Paper Accepted at 3rd International Conference on Computing and Machine Learning (CML 2026)

The research paper titled “Graph-Based LAN Frameworkfor Activity-Level Detection of Insider Threats” has been accepted for presentation during CML 2026, to be held on March 07-08, 2026 organized by Department of Computer Applications, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim Manipal University, Majitar, Sikkim, India in Association with Soft Computing ResearchSociety in Hybrid Mode. Proceedings of CML 2026 will be published in the SCOPUS-indexed Springer Book Series, ‘Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems

From Campus to Corporates: ECE students secure Elite Internships

Students from the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), have secured internship opportunities across reputed multinational and technology-driven organizations.
Ms. Bhumika Narayan and Ms. Rakshitha have secured internships at Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services operating across Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy & Building Technology sectors. With a strong focus on automation, electrification, digitalization, and sustainability, Bosch is renowned for its cross-domain innovation powered by sensor technology, software, and AI-driven solutions.
Ms. Yukti Bangera has secured an internship at Kevit India, an organization engaged in advanced engineering solutions and technology-driven project execution, supporting industry-focused design, development, and implementation initiatives.
Ms. Suhani D has secured an internship at IPG Automotive India, a global leader in virtual test-driving solutions. The company provides simulation software, real-time hardware, and test systems that enable efficient development and validation of automotive systems, including advanced driver assistance technologies.
Mr. Darshan Angadi has secured an internship at M PRO9 Pvt. Ltd., a technology organization focused on building intelligent, scalable, and future-ready engineering solutions. The company emphasizes innovation-driven system development aligned with evolving industrial and technological needs.

ECE students expand Industry Exposure with Diverse Internship Opportunities

Five students from the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), have secured internship opportunities across government and technology-driven organizations, reflecting the department’s growing industry engagement and student readiness.
Saajal Sujeer Shetty has secured an internship at Mangalore Electricity Supply Company (MESCOM), Government of Karnataka, and a key regional power distribution utility responsible for electricity transmission and consumer services across coastal Karnataka. The organization plays a vital role in strengthening power infrastructure and energy management in the state.
Harshith has secured an internship at Elcraft Technologies Private Limited, a Bengaluru-based manufacturing firm engaged in metal manufacturing and processing, contributing to precision engineering and industrial production solutions.
K Suryansh Nair has secured an internship at SmartED Innovations, an ed-tech organization focused on career-oriented training across domains such as AI, machine learning, IoT, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and emerging technology disciplines.
Simran S Shaikh and Apoorva Ashok Nagekar have secured internships at Technical Career Education, a platform dedicated to transforming students into industry-ready professionals through exposure to future technologies, including IoT, Robotics, AR/VR/MR, and others.

Career Launchpad: ECE Students Secure Internship at Codelab Systems

Six students from the Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) have secured internship opportunities at Codelab Systems.
Codelab Systems is a rapidly growing technology company specializing in computer application implementation, IT solutions, and software services. Headquartered in Mangaluru, the organization delivers web-based software solutions, mobile applications, graphic design, and Windows application development, with business development presence across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

CSE student presented a Research Paper in University of Houston, Texas, USA

Pranav S. Shetty, CSE student, presented a research paper titled "Conditional Password Generation Using a FiLM-Enhanced WGAN: A Controlled Comparison Against Standard GAN Baselines" at the 5th IEEE International Conference on AI in Cybersecurity (ICAIC 2026), on 18th February 2026 at the University of Houston, 4800 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX 77004, USA. The paper is authored by Pranav S. Shetty, Pavan P, Pruthvi C. V, and Vishal K. Pujar under the guidance of Prof. Srinivas P M.
The research focuses on advanced AI techniques for conditional password generation and presents a comparative study against standard GAN models, contributing to the field of AI-driven cybersecurity. The paper was reviewed by international experts and will be submitted to IEEE Xplore proceedings.

Sahyadri Secures places at the Regional Level VTU Techno-Cultural Fest 2026

Sahyadri students participated in the Regional Level VTU Techno-Cultural Fest 2026 held on 19th and 20th February 2026 at VTU Regional Office Mysore.
Following are the list of achievements in the event
• 1st Place – Classical Dance - Praptha Gatty, 1st year, CSE Department
• 2nd Place – Painting - Anoop Kumar, 2nd Year, CSE Department

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Sat Feb 21 2026