The Survival Fight of JK Monitor: For 16 years, JK Monitor has chronicled Jammu and Kashmir with integrity. Since 2010, I have steered its newsroom alongside our visionary Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan (IIT Kharagpur alumnus, University of Maryland Ph.D.). His tragic demise in October 2026 left a severe financial and operational vacuum. Without urgent support, our 24/7 news portal risks permanently shutting down after November 2026, remaining only as a static digital archive. We appeal to well-wishers to extend a helping hand to keep our active newsroom alive. Support Us: WhatsApp: +91-9906103001 | Email: journalistajmerwani@gmail.com

GANDERBAL: Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) invites applications for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) — B.A.-B.Ed. and B.Sc.-B.Ed. — for the Academic Session 2026–27 through the National Common Entrance Test (NCET-2026), to be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

The entrance test is scheduled to be held tentatively on April 17, 2026. The online submission of application forms commenced from February 12, 2026, and will continue till March 10, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). The last date for successful transaction of the examination fee is March 11, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Candidates will be allowed to make corrections in their application particulars from March 12 to March 14, 2026.

Details regarding the announcement of examination city, downloading of admit cards, display of recorded responses and answer keys, and declaration of results will be notified later on the official NTA websites.

CUKashmir will admit students to the 4-Year ITEP (B.A.-B.Ed. & B.Sc.-B.Ed.) strictly on the basis of NCET-2026 score/merit. Interested aspirants seeking admission are advised to register for NCET-2026 and regularly visit the official websites of NTA (https://nta.ac.in/ and https://exams.nta.nic.in/ncet) as well as the University website www.cukashmir.ac.in  for updates, public notices, and announcements related to the entrance test and admission process.

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