SHOPIAN: As part of its continued efforts to empower local entrepreneurs and promote inclusive industrial development, District Industries Centre (DIC) Shopian organized an awareness programme under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) initiative today at the Block Veterinary Office, Keller. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 75 individuals representing diverse sectors including Handicrafts, Handloom, NRLM Self-Help Groups, MSMEs and local business units/traders.

The focus of the event was to educate participants about the importance of Udyam Registration and the benefits it offers for formalizing and growing micro, small, and medium enterprises. Key officials in attendance included the Officers from DIC Shopian as well as representatives from various line departments/stakeholders. They highlighted various central and state-sponsored schemes available for entrepreneurs and underscored the importance of institutional support for enterprise development.

The comprehensive workshop was organised to explain the Udyam Registration process, including eligibility, documentation and advantages such as improved access to finance, market linkages and government subsidies. In their addresses, officers encouraged participants to take full advantage of government initiatives and reassured them of DIC Shopian’s continuous support in guiding and facilitating their entrepreneurial journeys.

The event concluded with an interactive session, where participants shared their queries and received hands-on guidance from the officials. The session reaffirmed DIC Shopian’s commitment to fostering a robust MSME ecosystem and empowering grassroots entrepreneurs in remote areas like Keller.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

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