SRINAGAR: The Chinar Corps of Indian Armycelebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga with remarkable enthusiasm and widespread participation on 21 June 2026. The commemorative events, organised by the Chinar Corps in collaboration with local communities, witnessed an overwhelming response, underscoring the growing embrace of yoga as a transformative way of life.

Yoga sessions were conducted across the Valley where Army personnel and local residents assembled in large numbers to partake in a collective pursuit of physical vitality and mental equilibrium. Expert yoga instructors guided the participants through a series of asanas and breathing exercises while elaborating on the profound physical, psychological and emotional benefits of regular yoga practice.The programme featured a vibrant display of yoga postures, interactive awareness sessions and motivational talks centred around this year's theme,

ā€œYoga for Healthy Ageing.ā€ Participants were encouraged to adopt yoga as an integral component of a balanced and health-conscious lifestyle.   Observed annually on 21 June, the International Day of Yoga seeks to foster global awareness regarding the manifold benefits of yoga and its role in nurturing a healthier, more harmonious society.

The spirited celebrations across the Valley not only highlighted yoga's universal appeal but also reaffirmed its enduring relevance as a bridge between communities, cultures and generations.

The enthusiastic participation of both the Indian Army and local residents transformed the occasion into a vibrant celebration of health, harmony and human connectedness, reflecting the collective aspiration for a stronger, healthier, and more united nation.

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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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