SRINAGAR: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar on Saturday organized an awareness program on Domestic Violence Act and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.  The programme was held under the guidance of Jawad Ahmed, Chairman District Legal Services Authority Srinagar (PDJ, Srinagar).

Tasneem Kausar, Deputy Legal Aid Defense Counsel, DLSA Srinagar provided insightful information about Domestic Violence Act. She shed light on the various forms of domestic violence, legal recourse available to victims, and the importance of seeking support and protection.

Sehar Nazir, Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel, DLSA Srinagar emphasized the significance of the POCSO Act 2012 in safeguarding children from sexual abuse. She discussed the various provisions of the Act, including the definition of sexual offences, reporting procedures, and the rights of the child victim.

This awareness program is a vital step towards creating a safer and more informed community, by empowering our youth with knowledge of their rights and the legal framework available to protect them.

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
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 👇