KATHUA: The Internal Complaints Committee of Government Degree College Ramkote today organised an Awareness Lecture on Provisions of Prevention of Sexual Harassment at workplace (POSH Act 2013). The programme was organised under the patronage of Principal, Dr. Rakesh Kumar.

The convener of ICC Prof. Pankaj Nandan addressed the students and explained the provisions of POSH Act 2013.Prof. Anu Sharma, Nodal Officer SHE Box Portal educated the participants about the procedure of lodging complaints of harassment/misbehavior on the college campus through Internal Complaints Committee.

The session included detailed discussion on SHE Box Portal, helping students understand how to report incidents of sexual harassment and seek support. She also highlighted the fact that timely reporting of such incidents help proper redressal of the grievances and create a safe, respectful and healthy environment within the institution. The session concluded with an interactive session and students raising their doubts and queries that were addressed. Nearly 40 students and faculty participated in the event.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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