RAMBAN: SBI Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI) Ramban inaugurated a new batch of its 30-day Women’s Tailoring Training Program at the RSETI campus. A total of 30 enthusiastic candidates have enrolled in the program, aiming to acquire valuable tailoring skills for self-employment and entrepreneurship.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Khursheed Ahmed Malik, Lead District Manager (LDM), Ramban, who attended as the Chief Guest. He emphasised the importance of skill development in empowering women and encouraged participants to utilize this opportunity for financial independence.

Director RSETI Ramban, S. Harvinder Singh, welcomed the participants and provided a comprehensive overview of the training program and RSETI's mission. He highlighted how such skill-based programs align with government initiatives to promote self-employment and entrepreneurship among women. During the event, the Director elaborated on the structured 30-day curriculum, which will cover various aspects of tailoring, including cutting, stitching, designing and finishing techniques.

He also spoke about the financial and entrepreneurial support available to trainees post-completion, including linkages with government schemes like PMEGP, Mudra Yojana and NRLM, to help them establish their businesses.

The program concluded with motivational words from Senior Faculty, Amrik Singh Raju, who encouraged the trainees to stay committed to their learning journey. The event ended on an enthusiastic note with the RSETI claps, symbolising unity and encouragement for the newly enrolled trainees.

SBI RSETI Ramban remains committed to empowering rural youth and women by providing skill-based training programs that foster self-reliance and entrepreneurship. For further details on upcoming training programs, interested candidates can visit the SBI RSETI Ramban campus or contact the institute.

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.

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