AWANTIPORA: The Centre of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development, Islamic University of Science and Technology (CIED IUST) Foundation organized a review and orientation program for its newly inducted members, focusing on developing a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-ups in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor of IUST, and coordinated by Prof. Parvez Ahmed, Director CIED.

During the session, Prof. Parvaiz A Mir welcomed the new members to the CIED IUST Foundation and expressed his confidence in their ability to drive innovation and entrepreneurship across the Union Territory. He commended the contributions of CIED IUST in raising awareness and sensitizing the community about the significance of innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. He highlighted that IUST is the only university in the area to gain national recognition for fostering this culture, emphasizing its unique position in shaping the entrepreneurial landscape.

Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo emphasized the importance of encouraging more start-ups through the CIED verticals, noting that such initiatives play a vital role in supporting the nation’s vision of becoming a multi-million-dollar economy. He also urged the faculty at IUST to embrace entrepreneurship as a mission and actively contribute to its growth in all possible ways.

Prof. Parvez A. Mir, Director CIED, provided an overview of the foundation’s past activities and stressed the need for each vertical to develop actionable plans to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

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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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