AWANTIPORA: The Centre for Career Counselling & Placements and the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at the Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the IEEE Quarter Tech Talk Table (QT3) Team, recently hosted the Special Edition 17.0 of the IEEE QT3 Series on the theme ā€œCareer Compass: Challenges, Paths and Prospects.ā€

The program was held online and featured Prof. Bozenna Pasik Duncan (The University of Kansas, USA) and Dr. Prashant R. Nair (Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. From IUST, speakers included Dr. Kaisar Javeed (Dean, School of Engineering & Technology), Dr. Assif Assad (Coordinator, Centre for AI), Dr. Muzafar Rasool (Assistant Professor Centre for Artificial Intelligence) and Dr. Zahoor Ahmad Ganie (Head, Centre for Career Counselling & Placements).

Industry professionals Muzammil Bichoo (SAP) and Huzaib Shafi (Cisco) shared practical insights on technology, innovation, and career opportunities. The program also included career talks, mock/live interviews, speed mentoring, and an internship drive. A group of eight students were also selected for internships in various fields.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  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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