SHIMLA: The Hon’ble Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Kavinder Gupta launched Outlook Bharat, a digital news platform, at Lok Bhavan, Shimla. On the occasion, Managing Director Hitesh Mahajan, Editor-in-Chief Tarika and Executive Editor Siddarth Radotra were present.

Speaking on the occasion, Governor Kavinder Gupta congratulated the Outlook Bharat team on the launch of the platform and conveyed his best wishes for its success. He expressed confidence that the news platform would uphold the values of responsible, credible and ethical journalism while keeping readers informed on issues of national importance.

The Governor also appreciated the efforts of the team in introducing a platform dedicated to quality journalism and wished them success in their endeavour to serve society through accurate, balanced and meaningful reporting.

Managing Director Hitesh Mahajan expressed gratitude to the Hon’ble Governor for inaugurating the platform and for his encouragement and blessings. "Outlook Bharat has been launched with the vision of becoming a credible national news platform that delivers timely, factual and people-centric journalism. Our mission is to amplify voices from the grassroots, highlight issues of national importance and uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity," he said.

Editor-in-Chief Tarika said the platform will focus on authentic reporting, in-depth analysis and responsible journalism, ensuring every story is presented with fairness, accuracy and credibility.

The Outlook Bharat team expressed gratitude to the Hon’ble Governor for his guidance, blessings and support, reaffirming its commitment to building a trusted national news platform dedicated to truth, public service and responsible journalism.

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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