JAMMU: The Law School, University of Jammu in collaboration with Sher-I-Kashmir Police Academy (SKPA), Udhampur organized an online workshop focusing on the recent reforms in criminal laws. The workshop, inaugurated by Shri Garib Dass, ADGP and Director, SKPA, Udhampur, commenced with insightful discussions on the evolving legal landscape. Dr. Seema Rohmetra, Director of The Law School, emphasized the pivotal role of awareness in fostering societal change. She commended SKPA for spearheading an awareness campaign in this crucial domain.

The workshop comprised of three informative sessions, each delving into the amendments introduced in prominent laws.  Rajinder Kumar Gupta, IPS, SSP and Dy. Director SKPA, led the session on Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, highlighting philosophical basis behind recent reforms. The discussion notably focused on new offenses, punishments, and revised definitions, with specific attention to organized crime, mob lynching, and protections for women and children. Students actively engaged in discussions, highlighting emerging issues during interactive segments.

Advocate Supriya Chouhan from the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir led the second session, focusing on reforms under Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. She elaborated on significant amendments, including police powers, Zero FIR, E-FIR, trial procedures, and bail provisions, and the victim-centric approach inherent in the reforms.

The third session, moderated by Riaz Ahmed, Senior Prosecution Officer, explored reforms related to electronic evidence, primary and secondary evidence, and the burden of proof in legal proceedings.

Each session saw active participation from students of The Law School, faculty members, and KPS trainee officers from the 2017 batch. The discussions were skillfully moderated by Rakesh Singh Sambyal, CPO, along with Inspr. Rohit Gupta, Dr. Monika Bhardwaj, Dr. Rajneesh Khajuria, and Dr. Nitan Sharma. The workshop concluded with a renewed commitment to understanding and implementing the nuances of these legislative reforms, aimed at enhancing justice delivery in contemporary times.

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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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