Mangaluru: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT) Polytechnic organised an orientation program on July 9, 2025, to welcome its new batch of students. The event was held on campus and aimed at introducing students to the academic environment and opportunities available during their diploma studies.

The program featured talks by faculty and invited guests who shared practical insights and guidance for the students. Chief guest Rajendra Mertha spoke about the need for skill-based education and the importance of integrating multidisciplinary approaches to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century.

Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Principal, explained the focus of the diploma program at BIT, describing it as a hands-on and application-based course. He also mentioned opportunities for diploma students to pursue lateral entry into BE programs or find employment within the Bearys Group. Dr. Aziz Musthafa provided an overview of the institute’s history and highlighted how polytechnic courses help students prepare for the workforce.

The program began with a welcome address by Prof. Prithviraj, followed by a vote of thanks from Prof. Afshan Tarannum. A prayer was led by Rachana Naseeha and Nafeesathul Misriya, and the guests were introduced by Prof. Malashree. The event was anchored by Nuthana Prasad and Chittaranjan Poojari.

The orientation concluded with an interactive session, offering students a better understanding of their academic path and the support systems in place at the institution.

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Ranchi (PTI): Four minors were detained for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl at a birthday party in Jharkhand’s Ranchi, police said on Saturday.

The incident took place on March 31 within the Namkum police station limits. An FIR in this regard was lodged on April 16 based on the girl’s statement, they said.

“All five, including the victim, were friends, and the girl had gone to attend the birthday party of one of those detained. At the party, the accused consumed alcohol and allegedly raped her,” said Ramnarayan Singh, the officer in-charge of Namkum police station.

“The four, aged between 15 and 17 years, have been detained and the medical examination of the girl is underway,” Singh said.

Further investigation is underway.