KATHUA: A special Lok Adalat for Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) cases was successfully organised today at the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre, Court Complex, Kathua, under the guidance of the Chairman District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Parvin Pandoh. A Bench comprising Additional District and Sessions Judge  Parvin Pandoh and Secretary District Legal Services Authority  Urvashi R. Bhargav heard the cases.

A total of five MACT cases were taken up for amicable settlement, out of which one case was successfully settled, with compensation amounting to Rs. 1.10 crore (Rupees One Crore Ten Lakh only) awarded to the claimant.

The Special Lok Adalat reflects the continued commitment of the Judiciary and the Legal Services Authority towards promoting alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and facilitating speedy, amicable and cost-effective resolution of disputes, thereby ensuring timely justice to the public.

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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