Nitte DU inaugurates Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems to promote traditional wisdom
Mangaluru: Nitte Deemed to be University Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (Nitte DU Centre for IKS) was inaugurated on 19 February 2025, in line with the directives of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The event was graced by Srimadjagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Sri Raghaveshvara Swamiji of Ramachandrapura Mutt, who formally launched the centre. Sri Vinaya Hegde, Chancellor of the university, presided over the function, while Pro-Chancellor Prof. Shantharam Shetty highlighted the importance of promoting Indian culture and ancient knowledge systems. Vice-Chancellor Prof. M. S. Moodithaya welcomed the gathering. Swamiji extended his blessings to the centre and expressed hope that more such institutions would be established to preserve and promote India’s rich value systems.
The primary vision of the Nitte DU Centre for IKS is to foster interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research on various aspects of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). It aims to preserve, document, and disseminate India’s traditional knowledge for further research and societal applications.
The centre focuses on several key strategies for effective implementation. Curriculum integration will involve incorporating IKS into mainstream education across disciplines like philosophy, history, social sciences, engineering, and medicine. Research and documentation will encourage interdisciplinary studies to analyze and modernize traditional knowledge. Public awareness campaigns will educate the public on the relevance of IKS in addressing contemporary challenges such as sustainability, health, and mental well-being. Policy support will advocate for government policies that promote IKS in higher education, research, and development programs. Technology integration will leverage AI, data analytics, and digital platforms to preserve and globally disseminate traditional knowledge. Community engagement will involve local, rural, and tribal communities in the practice and preservation of traditional knowledge. Global collaboration will foster partnerships with international academic institutions and platforms to promote India’s knowledge systems on a global scale.
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Young Arya's maiden IPL ton power PBKS to 18-run over CSK
Mullanpur, Apr 8 (PTI): Young opener Priyansh slammed his maiden IPL century to power Punjab Kings to 18-run win over Chennai Super Kings in an Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday.
Opting to bat, Arya shone bright with the bat to power PBKS to 219 for 6.
Arya rode on his luck and power-hitting to make 103 off just 42 balls with the help of seven fours and nine hits over the fence.
Besides Arya, Shashank Singh scored 52 not out off 36 balls.
Chasing, Devon Conway retired out for 69 off 49 balls, while Shivam Dube and Rachin Ravindran scored 36 and 42 respectively.
Towards the end the legendary MS Dhoni played a 27-run cameo off 12 balls but the knock was not enough to guide CSK to victory as the Chennai outfit could muster 201 for five.
Brief Scores:
Punjab Kings: 219 for 6 in 20 overs (Priyansh Arya 103, Shashank Singh 52 not out; Khaleel Ahmed 2/45).
Chennai Super Kings: 201 for 5 in 20 overs (Devon Conway 69 retired out, Shivam Dube 42; Lockie Ferguson 2/40).
