Mangalore University, BIT sign MoU to strengthen academic and research collaboration
Mangaluru: Mangalore University and Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance academic, research, and cultural collaboration between the two institutions.
Mangalore University, established under the Karnataka State Universities Act, and Bearys Institute of Technology, functioning under Bearys Academy of Learning at Bearys Knowledge Campus, Inoli, Mangaluru, will jointly undertake several academic and professional initiatives under this agreement.
The MoU also aligns with global academic initiatives such as the Global Wales Programme, which aims to promote international academic collaboration, including partnerships between Welsh universities and institutions in Karnataka under the Karnataka–Wales Universities Partnership Programme.
The agreement covers a wide range of collaborative activities, including academic and cultural exchange programmes, professional and student exchange initiatives, joint research activities, participation in seminars, conferences, workshops, and training programmes.
A major focus of the collaboration is the establishment of a Research Cluster on Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The MoU further facilitates the exchange of academic materials, research publications, and educational resources, subject to applicable intellectual property laws, and the organization of short-term academic and cultural programmes for students.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dharma, VC of Mangalore University, highlighted the long-term benefits of the MoU for students and faculty members, emphasising opportunities for international exposure, collaborative research, and academic excellence.
Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Director, Bearys Knowledge Campus, spoke about the significant contributions of the Bearys Group of Institutions in promoting quality education, research, and industry-oriented learning.
Dr. Kamalakannan C, Principal of Bearys Institute of Technology, elaborated on the research components of the MoU, stressing the importance of interdisciplinary research, innovation, and sustainable technological development.
Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, BIT, also addressed the gathering and spoke on the role of faculty-driven research, outcome-based education, and collaborative platforms in nurturing student innovation, research culture, and global competence.
The event was attended by the Registrar of Mangalore University, the Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science, the Dean of MBA, and senior faculty members from both institutions.
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Rape accused's mother murdered by victim's brother in MP's Shivpuri
Shivpuri (PTI): The 60-year-old mother of a rape accused was killed allegedly by the victim's brother in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district, a police official said on Saturday.
The incident took place on Friday, Rannod police station house officer (SHO) Arvind Chauhan said.
"An anganwadi worker returning from a hospital was offered a lift by one Inder Gurjar, who took her to a secluded spot and raped her. She called up her brothers to narrate the ordeal. One brother of the victim along with two associates went to Gurjar's house and assaulted him. When Gurjar's mother Sirkunwarbai (60) intervened, she was attacked with a sharp weapon. She died on the spot," he said.
Based on a complaint filed by the deceased woman's daughter-in-law, three persons were booked for murder. One of them was held on Saturday, the official added.
A separate case has also been registered against Gurjar for rape, he said.
Police personnel have been deployed in the area in view of tension following the incident, the official added.
