JAMMU: The Skill, Incubation, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (SIIEDC), University of Jammu, successfully concluded a three-month certificate course on “Basics of Accounting,” organised under its Skill Development and Career Planning vertical. The programme had commenced on January 19, 2026.

A valedictory function was organised to mark the successful completion of the programme, which equipped students with practical knowledge and fundamental accounting skills relevant to industry and professional requirements.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Alka Sharma appreciated the efforts of the coordinators and participants and highlighted the significance of skill-based education in enhancing employability and professional competence among students. She emphasised that such initiatives play an important role in bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. She further stated that the University regularly conducts skill-based courses, open to all, which are delivered by renowned experts from academia and industry.

Prof. Garima Gupta also congratulated the participants on the successful completion of the programme and encouraged students to continuously upgrade their practical and professional skills to meet the evolving demands of the corporate and professional world.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students throughout the duration of the course. Resource persons from within and outside the University were invited to deliver expert sessions, providing students with practical exposure and hands-on understanding of accounting concepts and applications.

Students appreciated the course and expressed their desire to participate in more such skill-oriented programmes offered by the University in future. Certificates were distributed among the participants during the valedictory ceremony in recognition of their successful completion of the course. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Farah S. Choudhary, who ensured the smooth conduct of the course and the valedictory function.

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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.

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