GANDERBAL: School of Education (SoE), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), organised an Extension Lecture on ‘Plagiarism Issues and Research Ethics in the Contexts of Contemporary Times and Artificial Intelligence (AI)’ at Tulmulla campus on Monday.

The lecture was delivered by Dr. Shiva Kanauija Sukula, Deputy Librarian, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Central Library, JNU, New Delhi. In her presentation, Dr. Sukula deliberated upon issues arising because of plagiarism and copyright violations. She observed that plagiarism has grabbed the media headlines across the globe with reference to its growing incidence in various sectors like music, filmmaking, academia, research publication, etc.

Dr. Sukula discussed plagiarism in detail with special reference to its concept, history, types and legal penalties. She enlightened the participants about the ways to avoid the practice of plagiarism while reporting your research work, especially in the era of increasing use of AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, etc. The presentation was followed by a question-and-answer session. The lecture was attended by faculty members, scholars and students.

Earlier in his welcome address, Prof. Syed Zahoor Ahmad Geelani, Dean & Head, SoE, highlighted the importance of research ethics and transparency in ensuring quality research work. The programme proceedings were conducted by Sr. Asst Prof. Dr. Firdous Ahmad Sofal, and vote of thanks was proposed by Asst Prof. Dr. Arun T. Christopher.

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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