GANDERBAL: Department of Law, School of Legal Studies, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), organised a Legal Literacy Programme through Pro Bono Club, in four higher secondary schools including Govt Boys Higher Secondary School Kangan, Govt Girls Higher Secondary School Kangan, Govt Boys Higher Secondary School Manigam, and Govt Boys Higher Secondary School Lar, here on 17th of June 2025.

The programme was aimed to create awareness among students about their fundamental Rights, Duties and the importance of legal knowledge in everyday life. It covered a wide range of topics including basic POCSO, Domestic Violence, Cyber Crimes, Right to Information, Consumer Rights, Mental Health, Juvenile Justice, Copyright, Drug Abuse, Child Marriage, Sexual Harassment of women at workplace.

The initiative was appreciated by the school authorities, teachers and students. Head and Dean, Deptt of Law, Prof. Farooq Ahmed Mir expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the event and underscored the need of having more such programmes as part of the legal education curriculum. The event was organised under the guidance of Dr. Hilal Ahmed Najar Sr. Asst Prof. and co-ordinator pro bono club. The programme was facilitated by Dr Imran Ahad, Dr. Ashfaq Hamid, Dr. Uzma Qadri and Ms Kinjal Bagdi Assistant Professors. 

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