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RAMBAN: NCC cadets and students of the Government Degree College, Ramban, came together today to celebrate World Ocean Day 2026 to create awareness about the importance of keeping the oceans and marine life safe.

The event was organised under the overall supervision of the Principal, Prof Romesh Kumar Atri. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the harmful effects of pollution on the aquatic environment of the biosphere, especially its hazardous effects on the marine ecosystem.

Speaking on the occasion, the Principal highlighted the importance of keeping surroundings clean and pollution-free to support all life forms in a natural environment free of hazardous substances. The students of the college, especially the NCC Unit under the guidance of Dr Rabinder Kumar, CTO, NCC, participated in a campus cleanliness drive and highlighted the importance of safeguarding the oceans to help the planet overcome the challenges posed by climate change and global environmental issues.

The event was attended by a large number of college faculty, NCC cadets and students from different semesters and streams of the college. The Principal of the College stressed the need for the gathering to make every effort in their day-to-day lives to keep surroundings clean and undertake eco-friendly practices to keep the Earth a better place for future generations.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  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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