KATRA: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Voyage Technologies, Gurgaon, on 20 July 2026 under the aegis of the Research and Development (R&D) Department to foster academic collaboration in infrastructure design and geospatial engineering through the School of Civil Engineering (SoCE).

The MoU signing ceremony was held in the august presence of the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, and faculty members of the School of Civil Engineering. The collaboration aims to strengthen industry-academia interaction by promoting skill development, research, innovation, and practical exposure for students and faculty members.

Under the MoU, Voyage Technologies will provide 20 educational licenses of the 12d Model software free of cost for one year and collaborate with SMVDU in organizing training programmes, workshops, faculty development programmes, value-added courses, internships, placement support, and technical guidance for student projects and research.

The partnership will also facilitate collaborative research, support for M.Tech and Ph.D. scholars, and the integration of advanced digital engineering and geospatial technologies into teaching and research, thereby strengthening the University's commitment to academic excellence and industry-oriented education.

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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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