JAMMU: “Bait-Ul-Ankaboot,” a poetic collection of reputed Urdu poet Janab Ayaz Rasool Nazki, was today released by M.Y. Tarigami, MLA Kulgam, in a simple yet impressive function organized by the Department of Urdu, University of Jammu, at the Prof. Gian Chand Jain Seminar Hall. The book release function was attended by a large number of poets, scholars, civil society members, and students. The function was presided over by noted Urdu critic Prof. Qudose Javed, while eminent Punjabi short story writer Khalid Hussain graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. Prof. Shohab Inayat Malik, Head, Department of Urdu, also graced the presidium and presented the welcome address. 

Speaking on the occasion, M.Y. Tarigami spoke at length about the contribution of Kashmiri language and culture, which has a history spanning over 5,000 years. He noted that the Nazki family has made significant contributions to the development of both Kashmiri and Urdu languages. He recalled that Mr. Ghulam Rasool Nazki was a towering figure in Urdu and Kashmiri poetry, and similarly, Farooq Nazki has also published several important poetry collections. Describing Ayaz Rasool Nazki as his close friend, Tarigami praised his Urdu poetry for its depth and its reflection of the realities of life. 

Earlier, in his welcome address, Prof. Shohab Inayat Malik spoke in detail about the rich contribution of Ayaz Rasool Nazki to Urdu language and literature and informed that he has published five collections of Urdu poetry so far. Mr. Vijay Dhar, a Research Scholar of the Department of Urdu, presented a detailed paper on the book. The paper was thoughtfully written and was appreciated by all present. 

Mr. Khalid Hussain and Mohd. Amin Bhat also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the literary merit of the book, while Prof. Qudose Javed delivered a detailed presidential address, appreciating the intellectual depth and emotional richness reflected in the poetry of Ayaz Rasool Nazki. It is pertinent to mention here that the book contains 85 ghazals spread across 94 pages. The foreword of the book has been written by Prof. Qudose Javed, and it has been published by Mizan Publishers, Kashmir. The vote of thanks was presented by Dr. Abdul Rashid Manhas, who also conducted the proceedings of the programme.

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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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