AWANTIPORA: The Centre for International Relations (CIR), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 6th Board of Studies meeting to review and advance academic programmes.

The Board approved the course structure for the newly introduced Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) in Political Science. It also undertook a detailed revision of the MA programmes in International Relations and Political Science, approving eight new courses for MA International Relations and six for MA Political Science. Two new courses were also introduced for PhD coursework to strengthen research training.

Commending the academic rigour of the revisions, the Board appreciated the inclusion of courses rooted in the Indian Knowledge System, aimed at deepening student engagement with indigenous intellectual traditions.

The meeting was chaired by Dr. Afroz Ahmad Bisati, I/C Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, and attended by eminent external experts—Prof. Sujit Dutta (Jamia Millia Islamia), Prof. Rekha Choudhury (University of Jammu), and Prof. Gul Mohammad Wani (University of Kashmir). The meeting was convened by Dr. Syed Jaleel Hussain, I/C Head, CIR, and also attended by Dr. Atharuddin, Dr. Javed A Ahangar, Mr. Javaid A Khan (AR, Academics), and Mr. Mubashir Nazir (AR, Examinations).

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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