AWANTIPORA: The Dean of Students, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the IUST Community Radio Station 91.2 FM, successfully observed the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development today. The milestone occasion was commemorated through a special studio-based interaction programme organized under the patronage of the Honorable Vice Chancellor (HVC), IUST, Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo.

During this special broadcast session, Dean of Students Dr. Monisa Qadiri highlighted the significance of the day for university and how IUST's cultural mileu was enriched with the presence of students from outside Jammu and Kashmir and abroad. The talk involved enriching conversations with non-resident students including Dr Mahboob Alam, Mohammad Shahnawaz, Mohammad Faizan, Khwaja Minnat, from diverse cultural backgrounds studying at the university. The engaging conversation centered around cultural heritage, personal identity, unique traditions, and shared educational experiences.

Held at the state-of-the-art IUST Community Radio Station studio —recognized widely as a vital platform for public sphere and communicative action—the programme provided students with an open venue to celebrate diversity, promote mutual understanding, and strengthen inclusivity across the campus. The radio team coordinated by Dr Mujeeb Liyakat, Coordinator Community Radio Station IUST included Najmus Saqib and Junaid Bhat. Through constructive dialogue and lively cultural exchange, the radio broadcast prominently highlighted that despite coming from different geographical and social backgrounds, the university community stands deeply united as one family.

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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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