SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba, Rajesh Sharma today visited Rani Suchet Singh Sports Stadium to finalize preparations for Republic Day 2025. Accompanied by SSP Samba, Varinder Singh Manhas and senior officials, the DC reviewed key arrangements, including barricading, pavilion decoration, ground leveling, seating, and rehearsals by school contingents and J&K Police.

The DC directed timely completion of stage construction, sanitation, road beautification, and security arrangements. The Municipal Committee was tasked with beautifying the town and illuminating government buildings, while Social Forestry was instructed to plant trees. Departments were told to organize cultural programs, ensure uninterrupted power supply, and hoist the National Flag in every Panchayat. SSP Samba assured robust security and traffic management. The DC emphasized inter-departmental coordination to ensure a smooth and patriotic celebration.

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