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KISS Replica Set up in Bastar, Chhattisgarh with Assistance from NMDC
A branch of Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), the largest tribal institute of the world, has been set up in Bastar, a tribal dominated and Naxal infested region of Chhattisgarh, with assistance from National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC). A Memorandum of Understanding to this effect was signed between Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS and Mr. G. B. Joshi, Director, NMDC in the presence of Shri Rana Som, Chairman-cum-Managing Director at the Corporate Office of NMDC in Hyderabad on 24th June 2011. As per the agreement, NMDC has provided 30 acres of land along with all financial assistance to KISS in order to set up its replica in Kankar region of north Bastar district. In the first phase, 1000 tribal boys and girls will be admitted in this school. However, total 4000 students from five districts in and around Bastar will be educated here in near future. Like in KISS, education and all facilities will be provided free of cost to the students. The School will be a model school, for which development work has already begun. Various corporate bodies have welcomed the agreement between KISS and NMDC.
In the past, more than 20 national level NGOs had tried to set up such a school in Bastar with financial assistance from NMDC, a Navaratna PSU of Govt. of India. In view of high reputation and track record of KISS as well as abilities and dedication of its Founder, Dr. Samanta, NMDC had requested him to set up a replica of KISS in Bastar. It is learnt that NMDC authorities have been requesting him to set up ‘KISS Bastar’ for more than one year. There have also been consistent requests from many State Governments to establish replicas of KISS, a model institute having no parallel in the world, in their respective states. After Bastar, Governments of Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi are keen to set up such model school bearing all financial commitment.
It is believed that KISS will definitely be helpful for tribal people of Bastar to come out of illiteracy and poverty. Setting up of ‘KISS Bastar’ as well as interest of various State Governments to establish this model school in their states have given KISS model a national importance, opined intellectuals, adding that this is a matter of great happiness and pride. Expressing his happiness over the development, Dr. Samanta has said that no effort will be spared to take the new beginning to a fruitful conclusion. |
Rousing Welcome for KISS Rugby Stars
Winners of International Rugby Tournament in U.K.
KISS India Rugby Team, winners of International Rugby Tournament in Manchester, U.K., were given a rousing welcome upon their arrival here on 28th June 2011. Members of the victorious KISS team were also felicitated by Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS in KISS campus. It was a commendable feat considering the fact that the team has been raised recently. Ten members of the team, comprising of the tribal students of Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences, KISS accompanied by their coach Roshan Xaxa and Debasis Rout were received by senior officials of KIIT and KISS. On 23rd June, the KISS India Team defeated the favorites Thailand in the final to clinch the U 13 Rugby International Title.
Our boys have brought laurel and glory to the State as well as the country, said Founder of KIIT and KISS, Dr. A. Samanta. He attributed the success to hard work, team effort and blessings of God. Dr. Samanta, who is the inspiration behind this success, thanked the coach, trainers and others well wishers who supported the KISS India Team. Mr. Upendra Mohanty from Odisha Rugby Association, Mr. P. K. Das, Livelihood Director, KISS, Mr. Gaganendu Dash, Sports Officer, KIIT and other officials were also present to receive the Champion Team. |
90 Percent Result for KISS in HSC Exam
Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) has posted impressive result in High School Certificate Examination, Odisha, recording 90 percent result. The result was declared on Saturday. For last nine years, KISS has been recording cent percent result in the Class X examination of the Odisha Board. Continuing the successful run, about 90 percent of more than 500 tribal boys and girls of KISS who appeared the examination passed this year.
It is for first time in KISS, students from as many as 27 districts of Odisha appeared the HSC exam. Performance of KISS, which is an Institute exclusively for tribal students, is better than even general schools of the State. The pass percent for general school average only 62% across the Board. This shows high academic quality and consistency of performance at KISS. In all, 55 students of the Institute have passed in the first division and 147 in the second division. Remaining students passed in the third division.
Examinees from the Institute included students from primitive tribes such as Dangaria Kondh, Bonda, Lodha, Saura, Lanjia Saura, Juanga, Gadava, Koya, Birhar and Kharia. A girl of Birhar tribe, a Primitive Tribal Group, secured first division. Expressing happiness over the impressive pass record of KISS students, Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS said it could only be possible for the hard work of the students and teachers and blessing of God. This success will encourage the tribal students to do better in future, he added. |
KISS Champion in International Rugby Tournament
Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) has emerged as Champion in Under 13 International Rugby Tournament held in Manchester, U.K. from 19th June 2011. KISS U-13 Team, which has been raised recently, won this prestigious title by overcoming stiff challenge from teams from six countries, including South Africa, England and Tobago & Trinidad.
KISS defeated Thailand by a margin of 5 – 0 in the Final match played on June 23. In the opening match on June 19, KISS Boys had humbled England team on their home turf by a margin of 7 – 0. Subsequently, the team defeated another team from England by 7 – 1 to prove that its opening match feat was no fluke. KISS team stormed into Final after beating South Africa by 3 – 0 in Semi Final. “We won because of all round excellent performance and hard work of each and every member of the team”, said Dharmanand Bhoi, captain of the team.
Expressing satisfaction over the excellent performance of KISS Team, Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS said that it is a matter of great pride for tribal community and the State of Odisha. Winning the International Title away from home braving challenge from teams like South Africa, England and Thailand, where rugby is a popular game, is no mean feat and is reflective of preparation and resolve of tribal boys of KISS. |
Rugby Match at Manchester City Stadium
Participating Teams:
- East Manchester Academy
- Manchester College of Creative Arts Academy
- Wright Robinson Sports College
- The Manchester Academy
- India – KISS School
- South Africa – Nederburg Primary School
- Trinidad and Tabago – Rainbows
- Thailand – Phuket Lomas
On Thursday, all eyes were focused upon South Africa and Thailand. These two teams were the favourites for the day. The South Africa team had a very experienced coach and support from a World Cup rugby winner, Chester Williams and the Thailand boys were experienced and big strong lads! The initial perception was that India had little chance against these two teams.
India’s KISS shattered the long held perception that rugby is only a ‘Big Lads’ game. They played a new type of Rugby at the Manchester City ground. KISS representing India demonstrated in each of their matches that rugby is truly a game that demands highest level of positive attitude, team spirit, coordination, speed, stealth and desire to win. The KISS team had the passion ‘To Win’. ‘India’s KISS’ team simply destroyed all the offensive and defensive capabilities of each and every team and left them confused and dis-orientated. KISS simply took full control of the ground !
The first game of the day was with Manchester Academy – this was a simple game and a straight forward win. The next match with Wright Robinson School was also a simple exercise, except on one occasion team KISS lost a little focus and that allowed Wright Robinson to score a try. The match with South Africa was quite tense. South Africa put up a tough fight, but they conceded to the 3S’s of the Indian team i.e. ‘Speed, Stealth and Strategy’.
Then to the final match with the Thailand Phuket Lomas. Phuket Lomas were an experienced rugby team and there were several big strong boys in their ranks. But, they too did not stand a chance with India’s KISS team and were fully mown down. KISS dominated the ground all throughout match and the game ended India KISS 25 – Thailand Phuket Lomas 0.
When the final whistle blew, everyone came running into the pitch, congratulating the India team. It was a moment to remember.
Qualifying Matches
Participating Teams |
Score |
The Manchester Academy vs India Kiss |
0 – 35 |
Wright Robinson Sports College vs India Kiss |
35 – 5 |
South Africa – NPS vs India Kiss |
15 – 0 |
Final Match
Participating Teams |
Score |
Thailand – Phuket Lomas vs India Kiss |
0 – 25 |
Each and every one in the India Kiss team gave their best and played an excellent game. The star’s of the day are listed below.
India – Kiss – Top Scores
Player Name |
Score |
Alekha |
11 Tries |
Dharma |
1 Try |
Prakash |
2 Tries |
Manoranjan |
4 Tries |
Kalicharan |
3 Tries |
Budhadev |
1 Try |
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Second Term for Dr. Achyuta Samanta in National Coir Board
Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT Group of Institutions & KISS has been renominated as the Member of National Coir Board for a term of three years. He will continue till June, 2014 as member of Coir Board. Being the first Oriya in the National Coir Board, Achyuta Samanta's appointment has been hailed by intellectuals throughout the state. Dr. Samanta was first appointed National Coir Board in 2008. Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India re-nominated him before the end of his term in June 2011. It is a significant achievement for Samanta as well as the state of Odisha as a whole. |
KiiT International School Posts Cent Percent Result in CBSE Exam 2nd Time in a Row
KiiT International School has recorded Cent Percent Result in CBSE Class X Examination for second time in a row, with all its students passing in 1st grade point. Four of them secured 10 out of 10 points. KiiT International School, set up only three years ago, has established its position as a respected institution in eastern India imparting quality education. Its focus on quality and human touch has created immense interest among parents and children. KiiT International School is a school of international character in true sense. At present, the Annual Examination of Cambridge curriculum is going on, while the classes of the first batch of International Board (I.B.) will commence on first week of July.
The school uniquely integrates academic and co-curricular programmes, as well as the development of informal curriculum where students are encouraged to build their personalities through learning. It focuses on innovative practical learning approaches. Recently, Baishali Mahanty, a student of KiiT International School, was conferred Rajiv Gandhi Youth Award by Shri M. C. Bhandare, His Excellency the Governor of Odisha for Odishi Dance. Another student Paras Mohapatra participated in Asiad selection camp in Delhi.
KiiT International School also organizes Summer Camp every year, which has come to be a significant platform to express the child’s self-interest and enhance their skill. Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT, KISS & KiiT International School attributed the good performance of the students in CBSE exam to the hard work of the Principal and teachers. The trend will continue in future, he said. |
Mega Plantation Drive in KIIT & KISS
A Mega Plantation Drive in KIIT & KISS was launched on the occasion of World Environment Day. Shri Debi Prasad Mishra, Hon’ble Minister of Environment and Forests, Govt. of Odisha, Shri Pradeep Maharathi, Hon’ble Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Bhagirathi Badjena, Hon’ble MLA, Bhubaneswar (North), Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT-KISS, Prof. R. P. Kaushik, Chancellor, KIIT University and Dr. Ashok S. Kolaskar, Vice Chancellor graced the Launching Ceremony.
Since its inception, KIIT has been taking steps to control environmental pollution and to create a healthy ambience in and around 25 sq. km. areas in which different campuses of KIIT are located. Under the Mega Plantation Drive, KIIT and KISS authorities have decided to plant more than one lakh saplings in this expanse of Chandaka Industrial Estate by July this year.
It has been made mandatory for each staff of KIIT & KISS to plant at least 10 saplings, informed Dr. Samanta. Staffs will be responsible for maintenance and growth of the saplings planted by them for six months, he added. KIIT has taken various environmentally friendly initiatives in recent times to make the campus pollution free. These include implementation of vehicle free campus, conservation of rain water, adoption of solar energy and many more. The Hon’ble Ministers appreciated the steps taken by KIIT and assured all help. |
KIIT School of Biotechnology Gets Award for Best Biotechnology Institute
Bhubaneswar: KIIT School of Biotechnology (KSBT), a constituent of KIIT University, has been awarded by the Brands Academy, New Delhi as the Best Institute for Biotechnology Studies in India. Mr. Chetan Bhagat, eminent writer handed over the award to Dr. Mrutyunjaya Suar, Director, KSBT in Hotel Crown Plaza, Gurgaon on 28th May 2011.
There were more than 2000 nominations. Many other institutions, including XLRI, Jamshedpur, MDI, Gurgaon, Galgotia University, International Institute of Finance, Fortune International Business School, D Y Patil University, etc, also received the award in various categories. Expressing his satisfaction over this success Dr. A. Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS thanks Brands Academy for the effort.
KIIT School of Biotechnology (KSBT) was established in 2007 as a constituent of KIIT University to be the first institute in the state to have integrated academic and research programmes. Besides developing qualified personnel, KSBT has established a Technology Business Incubator facility (KIIT-TBI), for the promotion of entrepreneurs in making and juvenile industries. The School’s association with several national and international (Cleveland Clinic Foundation, University of Florida, Texas A & M University, ETH-Zurich, EPFL-Lausanne, UNIL- Lausanne, EAWAG-Duebendorf, Max-Planck, Germany, University of Marburg, Germany) laboratories allows collaborative research, benefits growth and facilitates student scientific exchange programmes. |
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