GANDERBAL: Students from the Department of Information Technology, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), have brought laurels to the institution by securing the Second Position in the V0 by Vercel Track at the prestigious Cursor Hackathon Kashmir 2026, held at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on March 28 and 29.

The two-day hackathon, themed “Build for the Next Billion,” served as a platform for young innovators to showcase their technical acumen, creativity, and problem-solving abilities while addressing real-world challenges.

Representing the University, Nimra Wani and Milad Ajaz Bhat, students of B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering, developed an innovative project titled “Raasta,” an AI-powered platform designed to tackle everyday challenges in Kashmir by making technology more accessible, simple, and inclusive.

The project aims to bridge the gap between users and essential services through four key domains: Samjho, which simplifies complex information; Zameen, focusing on crop intelligence and farmer support; Taleem, offering career guidance and youth-centric services; and Raah, an AI-based decision-making and guidance system. The platform integrates user-friendly features such as multilingual support, voice and text interaction, and real-time updates, thereby enhancing its usability and outreach.

The achievement of the students underscores their strong technical expertise, innovative thinking, and commitment to developing impactful solutions for societal challenges. It also reflects the growing culture of excellence, research, and creativity being fostered within the IT Department at the Central University of Kashmir.

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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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