• Seeks uniform EOI terms, release of pending payments and CDRs

SRINAGAR:  A deputation of the Jammu Book Suppliers Association met the Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Madam Sakina Itoo, in her office at the Civil Secretariat, Srinagar, to bring to her attention the challenges faced by book suppliers in the trade.

The delegation highlighted issues arising from the varying terms and conditions in the Expressions of Interest (EOIs) issued by various college principals during the purchase process. The Association requested the implementation of uniform terms and conditions in EOIs to avoid confusion and to streamline the otherwise lengthy process. The Association also appealed to the Hon’ble Minister for the immediate release of pending payments and the release of CDRs pledged during the procurement process.

Ms. Ruchi Chouhan Khan, President of the Jammu Book Suppliers Association, led the deputation, accompanied by General Secretary Nishchal Anand, Vice President Harbinder Singh, Narvinder Singh, Deputy Secretary Vibhav Gupta, Treasurer Lutfsar Azad, as well as Sanjay Anand and I.P. Singh, all of whom joined to voice their concerns. Ruchi Chouhan Khan said that we are extremely grateful to Madam Sakina Ji for giving us a patient hearing and assuring us of her support in resolving our issues.

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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