• Initiative Aims to Promote Kashmiri Language and Literature Among Students: President HAS

SRINAGAR: Halqa-e-Adab Sonawari (HAS), a renowned literary organization, is set to organize an Kashmiri Essay Writing Competition across all High and Higher Secondary Schools (except Zone Gurez) in Bandipora district on June 29, 2025. The event, aimed at promoting Kashmiri language and literature, will be held at various examination centers in Bandipora in collaboration with the Department of School Education, Bandipora.

“This initiative underscores the importance of nurturing mother tongue appreciation among young students, fostering linguistic pride and literary creativity”; stated President HAS. Meanwhile in an official communication, the Chief Education Officer, Bandipora, has directed all school heads to extend full cooperation to ensure maximum student participation.

Interested students can register for the competition by June 22, 2025, through a link to be provided by the organization. The top three winners in different categories will be felicitated at Halqa-e-Adab Sonawari’s Annual Day event in September 2025. Additionally, the competition syllabus will be shared soon after the registration process concludes.

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). “His article, ‘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.”.  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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