In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SAMBA: The Labour Department, Samba organised two awareness camps today on the New Four Labour Codes to create awareness among organised and unorganised workers about the provisions and benefits of the new legislation.

The first camp was held at Naturis Cosmetic Industry, EPIP Kartholi, SIDCO, Bari Brahmana for organised sector workers. The second was held at Veer Bhoomi Park, Samba for unorganised workers.

In all, 950 participants attended the two camps, including 650 contract workers, 150 on-roll employees, HR personnel and other representatives from Naturis Cosmetic Industry and 100 unorganised workers.

Assistant Labour Commissioner Samba Himani Jerath informed participants about salient features of the New Four Labour Codes and highlighted key reforms introduced over previous labour laws. She explained the objectives of the new codes, including simplification of labour laws, enhanced social security, improved compliance mechanisms, protection of workers' rights and ease of doing business, while ensuring better welfare measures for workers. Participants interacted actively during the sessions and sought clarification on various provisions of the New Four Labour Codes.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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