NITK Introduces Revised Engineering Curriculum Emphasizing Practical Skills
The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, has introduced a revised engineering curriculum for the BTech batch of 2026, reducing total credits and balancing theory with practical activities. Students will spend two-thirds of their time on labs, internships, research, and life-skill activities across physical, cultural, technical, and professional domains. The curriculum, developed over three years with industry and alumni input, aims to equip graduates with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and soft skills for diverse career paths including industry, research, and entrepreneurship.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 38/100.
Outlets measured: deccanherald, thehindu. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 4 Sept, 01:37 pm. Other outlets followed.
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