GANDERBAL: Department of Mathematics, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) achieved a notable feat with its seven students qualifying Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) Examination 2026 for the post of 10+2 Lecturer, including the selected securing the first and fourth ranks.

Dr. Zahid Basir Monga, an alumnus of the Department, secured the first rank, while Dr. Mohammad Yousf Mir achieved the fourth rank. In addition, five more students from the Department—Dr. Dilawar Junid Mir, Mr. Javeed Ahmad Rather, Ms. Kulsooma Rashid, Mr. Manan Bashir Bhat, and Mr. Shahid Ahmed—have also been selected, marking an excellent performance.

Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, congratulated the students and faculty, stating that the achievement underscores the University’s commitment to academic excellence and its vision in line with Viksit Bharat @2047. He reiterated that the University continues to foster an environment that promotes student-centered creativity, faculty-driven quality, and holistic institutional growth.

Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Shahid Rasool, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, Dean School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, Prof. C Naseema, and other faculty members extended their congratulations to the successful candidates.

HoD Mathematics, Dr. Haribhau R. Bhapkar, dedicated the success to the hard work of the students and acknowledged the continued support and encouragement from the University leadership. He emphasized that the Department remains committed to delivering quality education while integrating mathematical thinking, design thinking, and pragmatic approaches to develop individuals who are academically excellent, intellectually sharp and spiritually grounded.

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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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