SRINAGAR: Cluster University of Srinagar signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rapture Biotech to strengthens industry–academia linkages across biotechnology and allied life sciences.

The agreement will create pathways for student skill development, research, training and career advancement. Both institutions will align academic learning with current industry requirements. The initiative supports employability, innovation and applied research within the region.

The MoU was signed on 14 September 2026 at Cluster University of Srinagar. Registrar Prof (Dr) Wilayat Hussain Rizvi in presence of Vice Chancellor, Prof Mohammed Mobin, signed for the university and Ambika Slathia, Director of Rapture Biotech, signed for the company. Controller Examinations, Prof Khurshid Ahmad Mir and PS to Vice Chancellor, Dr. Ubaid Sidique, besides  Senior representatives from both organisations witnessed the signing ceremony.

The agreement covers biotechnology, botany, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, geography, geology, pharmaceutical chemistry and zoology. It also includes other life-science disciplines. Activities will include student and faculty exchanges, joint academic initiatives and hands-on laboratory training.

Project and dissertation support will be extended to undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students. Internships, workshops and technical skill exchange will be delivered through structured programmes. Placement support, startup incubation and mentorship will be offered to aspiring student entrepreneurs. The partners will collaborate on research publications and share intellectual property from joint work.

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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.

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