AWANTIPORA: On the eve of 76th Republic Day celebrations, Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) presided over the ceremony and unfurled the National Flag. The function was attended by officers including Finance Officer, Registrar, Deans, Controller of Examinations, Heads, Directors among others.

Prof Romshoo, in his address to the gathering said that on this day in 1950, the Constitution of India came into force and established India as a Republic Democracy enshrining the values of liberty, equality, fraternity and justice. He said India has achieved a unique place in the comity of nations for its contribution to science, technology, medicine and other fields. He highlighted the role of education in the prosperity of the nation and said that the new education policy of 2020, focuses on building youth that are equipped with future skills and ready to navigate the challenges of AI, Quantum computing while at the same time have a strong connection with their roots and cultural heritage.

He said that 76th Republic Day is being celebrated with the theme ā€œSwarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikasā€ (Golden India: Heritage and Progress), emphasizing India’s rich cultural legacy while highlighting its strides in development and urged the faculty to engage in cutting edge research on the frontiers of new age technology working to find solutions for the societal issues.

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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