• Two-day Ganesh Hawan held after gap of 36 years

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC)  Kulgam, Shahzad Alam visited the historic Ganesh Asthapan Mandir at Batpora Hergam, Frisal, where a two-day Ganesh Hawan/Yagna was held on September 22 and 23, 2026, after a gap of 36 years.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the devotees and reviewed the arrangements put in place by the district administration for the smooth conduct of the religious event.

He inspected the facilities at the temple and took stock of arrangements related to security, sanitation, uninterrupted power and drinking water supply, healthcare, fire safety and other essential amenities. The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the coordinated efforts of all concerned departments in ensuring necessary arrangements for the devotees.

The two-day religious programme was organised at the temple premises with the participation of devotees and members of the community. The DC was accompanied by Tehsildar Frisal Javid Iqbal, Dy. SP Hattipora Rajit Chib, EO MC Frisal, Mohammed Irfan and other officers and officials.

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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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