SRINAGAR: The Cultural/Seminars/Debates Committee of Amar Singh College, Cluster University Srinagar, in collaboration with NSS, ELC, and NCC, organised multiple events today, to mark the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’, the song of India’s national awakening. The programme was organized in the College Auditorium with a joint inaugural session, featuring a Special Morning Assembly and a soulful singing of Vande Mataram. Historical origins and national importance of Vande Mataram was also outlined during the programme.

Speaking on the occasion, Principal, Amar Singh College, Prof. (Dr.) Aijaz Ahmad Hakak, remarked that events like these aim to instill patriotic fervour and cultural unity among students.   

The event featured five concurrent technical sessions which included "Inter-Collegiate & Inter-School Debate on Patriotism and Unity in Contemporary India," "Essay Writing Competition on Vande Mataram: Song of National Awakening," "Slogan Writing Competition on Voice of the Nation, Vande Mataram," "On-the-Spot Painting Competition on Unity in Diversity," and "Quiz Competition on Patriotism and National Unity" in which students from all the colleges of Srinagar district participated. The event concluded with a Valedictory Session in which the participating students and winners were felicitated with certificates.

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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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