KATRA: Dr. Indu Bhushan, Associate Professor at the School of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, delivered an invited talk at the prestigious International Conference on Advances in Biotechnology, Bioprocessing and Structural Biology (ICABSB-2025) held atthe Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, in collaboration with the Biotech Research Society of India, witnessed the participation of nearly 500 delegates from India and abroad.

Dr.Bhushan’s talk, titled ā€œPotential of Biosynthesised Nanoparticlesā€, highlighted cutting-edgeadvancements in the synthesis of nanoparticles using biological methods and theirvariousapplications. His presentation received enthusiastic responses from the audience, fosteringdiscussions on the sustainability and scalability of such technologies.

In addition to deliveringthe invited talk, Dr. Bhushan served as an evaluator for the poster presentations, providingvaluable insights and constructive feedback to the participants. Dr. Bhushan, thanked Prof. (Dr.)Pragati Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University for allowing andencouraging him to attend the said conference.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). ā€œHis article, ā€˜When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.ā€.  Read the message here
In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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