GANDERBAL: Department of Tourism Studies (DTS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organized an extension lecture on “Rural Tourism: A Paradigm Shift,” at Green campus here.

In his welcome address, Dr. Ashaq Hussain Najar, Coordinator/Sr.Asst Prof. highlighted the importance of holding extension lectures on a regular basis so that the student gets benefited.

The expert, Dr. Saurab Krishna from Institute of Hotel Management-Aurangabad, highlighted the potential of rural tourism of India. “The Government of India is also making different policies to promote rural tourism and above all the drift of people from urban to rural areas to minimize the routine rush, hustle and bustle, pollution of the urban areas,” he said.

The expert highlighted successful case studies of rural tourism innovative products and immense untapped potential of rural tourism in the field of entrepreneurship in the country. A question/answer session was held after the lecture. Dr. Abid Suhail Nika, Asst Prof. conducted the event and Dr. Shahnaz Akhter, Sr. Asst Prof. presented vote of thanks.

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