KATHUA: The Red Ribbon Club and NSS Unit of Government Degree College Ramkote, in collaboration with J&K AIDS Control Society, today organised a poster making competition to observe International Youth Day 2025. The event, held under the guidance of Principal Dr Rakesh Kumar Koul, aimed to generate awareness among college students about HIV/AIDS, its impact on society and the role youth can play to curb it by engaging them in health and wellness initiatives. The activity is part of a two-month-long campaign in J&K for creating awareness about AIDS and related issues.

Students of BA Semester 1st, 3rd and 5th participated in the competition with great enthusiasm to showcase their creativity. Prof Suresh Chander, Convener Cultural Committee, judged posters based on creativity, message clarity and visual appeal. Tanu Devi of Semester 1st secured first position, Nitakshi Sharma of Semester 3rd secured second position and Raghbir Singh from BA Semester 3rd stood third. The Red Ribbon Club planned to display the posters in the college campus to continue spreading awareness on HIV/AIDS and promote health awareness and education. Coordinator Red Ribbon Club Prof Anu Sharma organised the event.

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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