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KATRA: Dr. Rudrkash S. Gupta, Research Fellow at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), achieved a remarkable feat by winning three gold medals in the Aquatics Championship at the 4th Edition of the Khelo India Masters Games held in Common Wealth Village, New Delhi.This outstanding performance not only underscores Rudraksh's dedication and passion for sports but also highlights SMVDU’s growing emphasis on integrating physical excellence within its academic environment.

He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the University for its continuous support and encouragement, acknowledging the infrastructure and motivation provided to pursue his sporting aspirations alongside academic commitments.Dr. YatheshthAnand, Head of the School of Mechanical Engineering, along with faculty members, extended their warmest congratulations to Rudraksh, applauding his achievement as a source of inspiration for the university community.

Prof. Pragati Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, SMVDU, also congratulated Rudraksh on his success, noting that his victory adds another feather to the cap of SMVDU and enhances the institution’s stature in promoting holistic development through sports and academics.

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JAMMU: School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (SHTM), University of Jammu organized a visit of MBA (TTM) students to the prestigious 14th FICCI Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) being held in Jaipur. The students working as official volunteers for FICCI had the unique opportunity to gain practical exposure to the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), event management, and international tourism business.

Prof. Anil Gupta, Director, SHTM, emphasized that this initiative aligns with the visionary approach of Prof. Umesh Rai, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, who advocates for skill-based and experiential learning. He further said that students active involvement in this international event allowed them to understand the scale, professionalism, and networking dynamics of one of India’s biggest B2B tourism events.

During their visit, the students had the opportunity to interact with Dr. Vikas Gupta, Director, Tourism, Jammu, who commended the efforts of SHTM for encouraging student involvement in such high-level industry platforms. He appreciated the university’s initiative in ensuring students are industry-ready through practical exposure. Dr. Suvidha Khanna, Dr. Priyanka Sharma and Mr Sachin Thapa also accompanied the students to GITB.

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JAMMU: In a major step towards integrating experiential learning into undergraduate education, the University of Jammu, in collaboration with iHub DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee, and Cyber Intelligence Global LLP, organized its first-ever hands-on Cyber Forensics Workshop for students enrolled in the innovative Design Your Degree (DYD) program. Held at the Skill, Incubation, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Centre (SIIEDC), the two-day workshop marked a pioneering initiative in bringing digital forensics training to the undergraduate level.

The workshop, conceptualized as part of the broader academic reforms led by Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, aligns with his vision of embedding skill-based and real-world learning into higher education. Prof. Rai has consistently emphasized the importance of preparing students for the digital age, particularly in the increasingly critical fields of cyber security and forensics.

Convened by Prof. Alka Sharma, Director, SIIEDC, and coordinated by Dr. Jatinder Manhas, Associate Director, SIIEDC, the workshop included expert sessions conducted by Mr. Vishu Datt, Director, Cyber Intelligence Global LLP, New Delhi. A seasoned cyber forensics and intelligence professional, Mr. Datt guided students through the essential concepts of digital evidence collection, forensic tools and technologies, cybercrime investigation protocols, and the fundamentals of cyber law. The sessions combined interactive lectures with real-time demonstrations, allowing students to experience the complexities and nuances of digital investigations firsthand.

The students enthusiastically engaged in practical exercises replicating real-world cybercrime scenarios. The initiative not only provided a unique academic experience but also bridged the gap between classroom knowledge and industry demands.

The workshop was attended by Design Your Degree faculty members including Prof. K.S. Charak, Prof. Anil Gupta, Prof. Sadaf Shah, Dr. Shallu Sehgal, Dr. Sandeep Arya, Dr. Harish Chander Dutt, Dr. Chinmoyee Maharana, Dr. Sunil Bhaugal, Dr. Ripu Daman, Dr. Sandeep Singh, Dr. Pallavi Sachdeva, Dr. Sarika Verma, and Dr. Manish Kumar, whose support highlighted the University's commitment to encouraging progressive and industry-relevant educational practices.

The successful execution of the workshop was made possible through the dedicated efforts of Research Assistant Mr. Mohsin Hassan, and Ph.D. scholars Ms. Ayushi Kotwal, Ms. Renu Sambyal, Ms. Marzia, and Mr. Rahul Sharma, who ensured the smooth coordination and management of the event. Students expressed enthusiastic appreciation for the workshop, describing it as both insightful and impactful.

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JAMMU: To strengthen institutional capacity and enhance the technical skills of the field functionaries involved in property registration, the Department of Registration, J&K, in collaboration with the Revenue Training Institute Jammu organized a one-day sensitization-cum-training programme. The focus of the training was on document registration through National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) in consonance with the provisions of The Registration Act, 1908, the Stamp Act, Samvat 1977, and other allied rules and regulations in vogue.

The training programme witnessed participation from over 30 officers physically and more than 50 officers virtually, including Registrars, Sub Registrars, Tehsildars and other supporting staff posted across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

Inspector General of Registration J&K Bashir Ahmed Bhat, in his inaugural address, congratulated the department for its commendable Revenue contribution amounting to Rs. 600 crore in form of Registration Fees and Stamp Duty during the last financial year. He highlighted the multifaceted responsibilities of Registrars and Sub Registrars and said that the Training Programme aims to sensitize field officers regarding their legal, quasi-judicial, revenue, and statutory duties under the prevailing regulatory framework. He emphasized the participants to attend the training program actively as it would help them in gaining experience and learning the intricacies of document registration.

Earlier, the Training Programme commenced with a welcome address by   Principal, Revenue Training Institute, Jammu Sunaina Sharma Mehta, who underscored the importance of continuous skill upgradation and legal orientation for registration personnel. She stated that this online and offline training programme orchestrated  jointly by both the departments under the active and able guidance of  worthy Financial Commissioner Revenue (ACS), Shaleen Kabra, and Inspector General Registration J&K Bashir Ahmad Bhat, inscribed for achieving greater transparency, accountability, and citizen satisfaction in registration-related services.

The technical sessions were conducted by a panel of domain experts and senior officers including, P. D. Kotwal, President, District Consumer Commission, Jammu and former District & Sessions Judge, who initiated the training with an insightful session on the roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations of Registrars and Sub Registrars under the Registration Act, 1908. This was followed by a technical session on the functioning and features of NGDRS, conducted by representatives from the NGDRS core technical team, which covered end-to- end digital registration processes, citizen service modules, and grievance redressal features.

Then representative from Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) delivered a session on the implementation of e-Stamping and its integration with the NGDRS portal, ensuring secure and tamper-proof stamp duty collection. The State Taxes Department (Stamps Wing) represented by State Taxes Officer, J&K conducted an analytical session on commonly encountered mistakes and misinterpretations while dealing with Schedule I of the Stamp Act, Samvat 1977, with emphasis on field-level implementation and scrutiny.  

 Executive Engineer (Central), Design Inspection and Quality Control Wing, J&K Shwetanki Sharma conducted a detailed presentation on valuation methodologies for built- up structures and the relevance of valuation in the context of property registration and stamp duty computation. Later on, Farooq Hussain, Tehsildar Consolidation, Jammu, and Ram Lal, Retd.  Officer elaborated on relevant provisions of the Land Revenue Act and allied revenue laws governing the registration of documents.

While addressing the gathering, Mansoor Aslam Choudhary emphasized that this initiative reflects the Government's unwavering commitment in improving service delivery in the registration sector. He encouraged participants to utilize the training for enhancing Operational efficiency, minimizing procedural delays, and ensuring greater accuracy in land and property transactions, thereby facilitating ease of doing business and safeguarding citizen rights.

The training programme was also attended by key functionaries of the Department including Riaz Ahmad Wani, Additional Inspector General of Registration, Kashmir; Natasha Kalsotra, Registrar Jammu; Dr.  Gurwinderjeet Singh, Registrar Udhampur; Manisha Koul, Registrar Samba;  Varinder Gupta, Registrar Reasi and all Sub Registrars of the UT in hybrid mode including their supporting staff.