KATRA: The NSS Unit of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) organized a Book Review Session aimed at promoting reading habits among students and highlighting the importance of language and effective communication. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, who shared their views and brief reviews of their favourite books and stories.The session provided students with an opportunity to enhance their reading and communication skills.

It emphasized how regular reading helps develop critical thinking, enrich vocabulary, build confidence, and improve the ability to express ideas effectively before an audience. Through their presentations and discussions, students demonstrated the richness, relevance, and beauty of language in contemporary education.NSS volunteer Pratibha Singh coordinated the event along with other volunteers.

NSS Programme Coordinator Dr. Rajiv Kumar also participated in the session, shared his insightful thoughts, and emphasized the importance of organizing more such activities regularly to encourage students to develop a strong and lasting connection with reading.The NSS Unit plans to organize more literary and reading-oriented activities in the future to further nurture students’ reading, communication, and creative expression skills.

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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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