AWANTIPORA: Continuing its efforts to strengthen the student welfare and communication and foster their overall involvement in the university life, the Office of the Dean of Students held a comprehensive interactive session with the members of the Council of Students IUST. 

The meeting, chaired by the Dean of Students, was attended by the members of the Advisory Committee to the Council of Students. During the session, Dr Monisa Qadiri, Dean of Students, highlighted the council’s mandate to function as an active bridge connecting the student community with academic and administrative leadership. Dr Peer Bilal, Coordinator, Advisory Committee, and Director of the Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), outlined the various mechanisms in place in the university to ensure a quality academic and research ecosystem. 

The council representatives from various departments and centres engaged in a detailed interaction and shared their suggestions about different aspects of the university. The meeting was attended by other Advisory Committee members, including Ms Shazana Andrabi, Dr Aamir Hussain Dar, Dr Ahsan Hussain, Dr Shumila Cheshti, and Dr Sheikh Shueb. 

On this occasion, as part of the university’s ongoing campaign envisioned by the Vice Chancellor, Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, the Dean of Students Office also held a badge distribution drive among the Student Council members and faculty members of the university under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan IUST. The student ambassadors pledged to create an anti-drug ecosystem in and outside the university.

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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