• Initiative aimed to inform masses about departmental advisories, schemes, programmes, initiatives & achievements: Director

SRINAGAR: Animal Husbandry Department Kashmir today officially unveiled its calendar for the year 2025 in an impressive function, held here. The unveiling function was presided over by the Director Animal Husbandry Kashmir, Dr. Parvinder Singh Sudan, and Burhan Hussain, Assistant Director Information department serving as the guest of honour with all departmental officers/ officials in attendance.

The calendar is part of an ‘information dissemination’ campaign initiated by the Animal Husbandry Department to apprise masses about departmental advisories/ schemes/ programmes besides initiatives and achievements. Dr. Sudan highlighted that this initiative aims to provide valuable month-wise advisories specifically designed for pet and livestock owners. This structured approach is intended to enhance awareness regarding animal care practices throughout the year.

He said it also acts as a source for information regarding employment generating departmental schemes that align with broader goals aimed at doubling farmers’ incomes in Kashmir. Media Liaison Officer, Dr. Anwar Hussain Nagoo stated that the calendar acts as a strategic planning tool for individuals involved in animal husbandry by providing specific dates and information relevant to their activities, like breeding schedules, feeding regimens and health check-ups.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here