Landmark Council Meeting with University of Newcastle, Australia
The International Institute of Medical Science & Technology Council (IIMSTC) held a significant council meeting at Taj International, Bengaluru International Airport, highlighting a key moment in global academic collaboration with University of New Castle- the renowned University in the world. The meeting was attended by Mr. Alex Zelinsky AO, Vice Chancellor and President and former Chief Defense Scientist of Australia, provided advisor to the government on national defense science and technology. He was accompanied by Dr. Alek Voninski, Pro Vice Chancellor for Global Partnerships, Prof. Lisa Wood, Pro Vice Chancellor for Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, and Dr. Gurupreet Singh. Dr. Sreedhar Saraswathy, Chairman of IIMSTC presided the meeting and Dr. Sanju Thomas, Managing Director of TNASDC (Senior Council Member), greeted the esteemed delegates. Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Honorary Consulate General to India, Republic of Palau (Sr. Council Member), Dr. Vijayakumar, Pro Chancellor, Yenepoya University (Sr. Council Member), Dr. M.S. Moodithaya, Vice Chancellor, NITTE, Mangalore, Dr. Sandeep Shastri, Vice President, NITTE, Bangalore, Dr. Bala Shetty, Pro Chancellor, Malla Reddy University, Hyderabad (Sr. Council Member), Dr. R. Radhakrishnan, Principal, St.Peter’s Group of institutions Dr. Gopalakrishnan, Chairman, National Public School (Sr. Council Member) Dr. Bindhu Hari, Vice Chairperson & Director, The Bangalore International School, Dr. Reshmi Ravikiran, Chairman, East West Group of Institutions (Sr. Council Member), Ms. Yashodha Devi, Secretary, PSGR KCW, Coimbatore Ms. Padma, consortium of top-ranking global universities. Narayanan Nambiar, Chairman, GFTI (Sr. Council Member), Mr. Sudheesh Sharma, Director, GFTI (Sr. Council Member). Dr.Aswini Dutt, Dean, Yenepoya University, Dr. Mukharjee, Former Vice chancellor, Principal Secretary to the Chairman of IIMSTC, Mr. Ajoy, representative of Karnataka Skill Development Corporation, Diamond Beneath Your Feet Initiative. “Diamond Beneath Your Feet” Centers of Excellence, to be established in universities across India. This initiative will provide students with unique opportunities to pursue foreign degrees while studying in India.

The Diamond Beneath Your Feet initiative, envisioned by Dr. Sreedhar Saraswathy aims to assist the Government of India and state governments in identifying talented underprivileged candidates. By offering scholarships from state, central, and university funds, the program aims to alleviate the financial burden of international education and empower students to access lucrative global job opportunities.
The meeting highlighted IIMSTC’s dedication to making world-class education accessible to all and fostering international collaborations. With the University of Newcastle partnering in this initiative, the resolution represents a significant step in connecting global academic excellence with local talent.

The University of East Anglia’s distinguished delegation, alongside the International Institute of Medical Science & Technology Council, enabling underprivileged students to access global education while staying rooted in their communities. The University of East Anglia (UEA) has returned to the world’s top 300 in a leading university ranking table.
“The International Institute of Medical Science & Technology Council (IIMSTC), led by Dr. Sreedhar Saraswathy, hosted a significant meeting with the University of East Anglia (UEA) in Bangalore. This meeting marks a crucial step towards making world-class education accessible to India’s brightest talents through the innovative ‘Diamond Beneath Your Feet’ initiative, breaking down financial barriers to global opportunities.”
Key Points of the Meeting:
Global Collaboration: UEA’s expertise in business, international development, and humanities aligns well with IIMSTC’s commitment to interdisciplinary excellence. UEA named it as one of the top 25 UK universities in their 2024 table, and UEA placed in the world’s top 40 in Times Higher Education’s Impact Rankings, which grades universities for their sustainability.
Leadership Presence: The presence of key figures from UEA, such as Craig Smitherman, Stephen Laylock, Dr. Arvind Yadav, and Thomas Roebuck, and Dr.Sreedhar Saraswathy, chairman of IIMSTC, Dr.Mukharji (Former Vice chancellor and principal secretary to chairman), Mr.Narayan Nambiar, Sr.Council member, Mr.Sudheesh, Director, CoE, IIMSTC were togethr demonstrates the dedication to Indian students.

Dr. Nick Andrews, the Global Recruitment Manager at the University of Dundee in Scotland, United Kingdom, ranked 37th in the UK and 399th in the world, recently visited the International Institute of Medical Science & Technology Council in partnership with “Diamond Beneath Your Feet – CoE” to discuss international student recruitment strategies, developing key overseas markets, and strengthening institutional partnerships with IIMSTC and its Partner Institute.

With a strong emphasis on global engagement, IIMSTC collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and international partners to expand global presence, support sustainable recruitment growth, and attract a diverse and high-quality international university association.

In the photo, Dr.Nick Andrews, Dr. Reshmi Ravikiran, Chairman of EWGI, Dr. Mukharji, Principal Secretary to the chairman of IIMSTC, and other officials from the Council and EWGI are seen visiting the East West Group of Institutions for the recruitment process.

We are honored to welcome the distinguished delegation from the University of Hull, United Kingdom, to the International Institute of Medical Science & Technology Council (IIMSTC), Bangalore, on 15th May 2026.

Founded in 1927, the University of Hull stands as the 14th oldest university in England, bearing the proud motto Lampada Ferens — Bearing the Torch of Learning. With a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2023) and a global standing of #526 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, Hull exemplifies academic excellence, pioneering research, and international outreach.

The IIMSTC extended the visit of the foreign university to NPS-Sapthagiri University, Bangalore, under the Diamond Beneath Your Feet Program, further strengthening collaborative pathways in higher education and research.

Key highlights of Hull’s academic and research identity include:
🌍 Leadership in renewable energy and environmental resilience.
🏥 Global impact in health sciences, cancer research, and palliative care.
⚖️ Advocacy for social justice through the Wilberforce Institute.
💡 A legacy of scientific innovation, notably the development of liquid-crystal technology.

This engagement marks a significant step in fostering international partnerships, faculty development programs, and Centers of Excellence across Karnataka, reinforcing our shared commitment to advancing education, research, and student opportunities worldwide.