JAMMU: The State Taxes Department conducted an investiture ceremony on Tuesday at its Head Office in Panama Chowk, celebrating the promotion of Sub-Inspectors to the rank of Inspectors. The ceremony, held in the Mini Conference Hall, was graced by Commissioner State Taxes, P.K. Bhat, as the Chief Guest.

Addressing the gathering, P.K. Bhat congratulated the newly promoted Inspectors and their families, acknowledging their dedication and successful tenure as Sub-Inspectors. He emphasized the importance of innovative thinking in achieving organizational goals and urged the newly promoted officers to leverage their diverse skill sets for effective service delivery.

"The responsibilities of an Inspector are pivotal in ensuring the smooth functioning of the department. Out-of-the-box thinking and the ability to adapt to evolving challenges are essential traits for achieving excellence," Bhat remarked during his address.

The newly promoted Inspectors are Raghav Sharma, Aman Kumar Bhagat, Sharaz Murtaza Kazmi, Rajneet Singh, Siddhant Singh Deonian, Nishan Singh, Arjun Singh Sambyal and Nazia Sadeequi The ceremony concluded with a note of encouragement from the Commissioner, inspiring the inductees to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in their new roles.

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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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