KATRA: The Training and Placement Cell and the School of Business (SoB) of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) jointly inaugurated a workshop titled ‘From Campus to Corporate: Preparing Future Managers’ for Management and DYD students.

The workshop is being organized under the PM-USHA Scheme, with financial assistance provided through the scheme. The inaugural day featured interactive sessions on ‘Impactful Communication’ and ‘The Art of Making First Impressions’, conducted by Ms. Shikha Bindra, Founder of Enhancity and a Certified Soft Skills Trainer. During the sessions, Ms. Bindra discussed the ABCs of communication, the significance of body language, and the power of clothing in creating lasting impressions.

Dr. Arti Maini, Head, School of Business, and Convener of the workshop, highlighted that such initiatives play a vital role in keeping students engaged and updated with contemporary corporate expectations. Mr. B.K. Bhatia, Co-convener and Training and Placement Officer, stated that the workshop is part of a broader initiative aimed at grooming students to become industry-ready professionals. 

Dr. Rashi Taggar, Coordinator of the workshop, expressed gratitude to the resource person for conducting insightful and engaging sessions. She also extended heartfelt thanks to the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, for his continuous encouragement and support in organizing such events. The participating students expressed enthusiasm and shared that they felt more confident and better prepared for professional challenges after the completion of the first day of the workshop.  

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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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