UDHAMPUR: World Bee day was celebrated in Udhampur District with the theme "Bee inspired by nature to nourish us all". The theme highlights the vital role of bees and other pollinators in the Agrifood system,biodiversity and global food security.

 Emphasis was given to the importance of bees and other pollinators for the environment,Agriculture and human well-being. Farmers were educated about pollinators' crucial role towards sustainable development of the planet earth and to raise awareness about the threat they face in different locations of the District.

Chief Agriculture Officer Harbans Singh and apiculture Development Officer Pawan Talwar organised programme in meeting Hall of CAO Office Udhampur which was attended by children of India Kids public school. CAO informed that the  world Bee day promotes efforts to protect and conserve bees and highlights their importance. He reiterated that the campaign aims to educate people about pollinators and the challenges they face such as habitat loss,climate change,pesticide use and disease.

As many as 88 farmers are engaged in beekeeping activities in the District by rearing Apis mellifera species and  approximately 200 farmers are also rearing apis Cerana species in Moungri,Pancheri and Dudu Basantgarh blocks of the District.

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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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