JAMMU: The Consortium of Higher Educational Institutions of North India (CHEINI) held its 3rd meeting at the Central University of Jammu on 14th December 2024. This collaborative platform, comprising seven premier institutions, aims to foster innovation, academic excellence, and research in the region. The Consortium partners are Central University of Punjab, Central University of Jammu, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Central University of Kashmir, Central University of Rajasthan, Central University of Haryana and Indian Institute of Technology Ropar.

The take aways from the meeting were very fruitful w.r.t offering dual degree programmes, joint degree programmes, sharing resources among the consortium institutes for academic and research purposes. Nodal officers were appointed to collaboration all the consortium partners to consolidate the further collaborations, organizing activities for the consortium partners.

The meeting was convened under the chairmanship of Prof. Sanjeev Jain Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Central University of Jammu. Prof. Suram Singh, Dean Academics coordinated this meeting at the campus and presented a detailed agenda items for deliberations. Prof. Vinay Kumar presented a detailed presentation about the collocations which partner institutes can take with the research facilities available at CUJ.

Earlier Prof. Yashwant Singh Registrar of the University presented the brief introduction and achievements of the University. Prof. Jaya Bhasin presented the summary of the meeting whereas Prof. Vandana Sharma delivered the formal vote of thanks.

The meeting was attended by Prof. Syed Zahoor Ahmad Geelani, Prof Shahid Rasool of Central University of Kashmir, Prof. Pawan Kumar Sharma, Prof. Surender Singh of Central University of Haryana, Prof. Dinesh Chandra Sharma, Prof Pradeep Verma of Central University of Rajasthan, Prof. Mohinder Singh, Prof. Pardeep Kumar and Prof. Pradeep Kumar of Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Prof. Ramakrishna Wusirika, Prof. Anjana Munshi and Prof. Monisha Dhiman of Central University of Punjab and Dr. Puneet Pasricha of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar. Other than the consortium partners the meeting was attended by Deans, Associate Deans, Controller of Examinations, HODs and Officials of CU Jammu.

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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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