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KATRA: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University’s Institution Innovation Council (IIC), in collaboration with the Technology Business Incubation Center (TBIC) and the School of Business, organized a workshop on the Business Model Canvas. In the inaugural session, Ms. Vineeta Koul Lalotra, Director of Pragmatic Career Solutions, Pune, shared her learnings from the MBA program at SMVDU, reflecting on her experience on campus and in the hostel, and how these experiences shaped her journey in establishing her own venture. 

Lt. Sandhya Suri, an Indian Navy veteran, TEDx Speaker, Change Enabler, Art Life Coach, Author, Poet, and Consultant, discussed daily routine activities that can help individuals become more confident. She also elaborated on PRISM, the characteristics that enable people to become comfortable in being uncomfortable, encouraging them to step beyond perceived impossibilities. Prof. Anuj Kumar, Head of Research at Rushford Business School, Switzerland, and an alumnus of University College Dublin, Ireland, provided a deep dive into the features of the Business Model Canvas.

He discussed the business models of globally recognized companies such as Airbnb, Apple, LinkedIn, Tata Motors, Uber, Instagram, and Tesco. The workshop attracted more than 80 participants, including faculty members, researchers, entrepreneurs, and students from various universities and institutions across India and abroad, joining this online workshop. Dr. Arti Maini and Dr. Rashi Taggar smoothly coordinated the event, ensuring a productive and enlightening experience for all attendees.

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). “His article, ‘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.”.  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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