BANDIPORA: On the eve of World Environment Day, Department of Environmental Science, in collaboration with the Debates and Seminars Committee of GDC Hajin organized a seminar on a thought-provoking title ‘The Green Debate: Environment Through the Lens of Language, Literature and Politics.’

The programme was held under the guidance of Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Gazala Firdous. The seminar offered a unique interdisciplinary exploration of environmental consciousness.

Prof. Adnan Rashid, Head, Department of Environmental Science emphasized the critical need to understand environmental issues not just through science, but also through the perspectives offered by humanities, social sciences and languages.

Keynote address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Mehraj Hajini, Head, Department of Political Science. He explicitly explored the intricate relationship between environment governance, polity and political structures.

The second session featured lectures on the theme by Dr. Firdous Ahmad Paray, Head, Department of Kashmiri and Dr. Fayrooz Ahmad Mir, Head, Department of Urdu.

The seminar witnessed robust participation, with a large number of students from various disciplines alongside faculty members across departments actively engaging with the diverse perspectives presented.

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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