RAMBAN: SBI Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI) Ramban organized an awareness Camp here today, focusing on the theme ‘Financial Literacy: Women’s Prosperity’.  The event aimed to empower women and the local community with essential financial knowledge and creating awareness about the risks of cyber frauds.

The program was attended by Branch Manager SBI, Sachin Kumar, as the Chief Guest.  In his address, the Branch Manager emphasized the importance of financial independence for women, encouraging them to actively participate in banking services, savings, investments and entrepreneurship. He also spoke about various financial products and government schemes available to support women in their economic growth.

Director, RSETI S. Harvinder Singh, conducted an insightful awareness session on financial management, digital banking, and cyber fraud prevention. He educated participants on the risks of phishing, OTP frauds, UPI scams, and fake calls, advising them on how to safeguard their financial assets and personal information in the digital era.

The camp witnessed active participation from women entrepreneurs, self-help group members and aspiring businesswomen, who were encouraged to utilize financial services effectively for economic self-reliance. Discussions were held on topics including Importance of Savings & Investments, Digital Banking & Secure Online Transactions, Government Loan Schemes for Women (PMEGP, Mudra Yojana, HADP, etc.) and Cyber Security Measures & Fraud Prevention

The interactive session allowed participants to ask questions and clarify doubts about banking security, business loans, and digital payments. The experts provided practical tips and guidance on financial planning, securing small business loans, and leveraging government schemes for self-employment opportunities. Participants expressed gratitude for the informative session and pledged to implement financial awareness in their daily lives.

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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