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
  • Calls upon departments for coverage of maximum population

SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today convened a meeting at Mini-Secretariat here to review the implementation of action plan for saturation of the social security schemes in the district. At the outset, LDM apprised the chair about the achievements/ progress made so far with regard to the registration under PMJDY, PMSBY, PMJJBY, and APY.

DC held a threadbare deliberation on implementation of these banking and pension / insurance oriented schemes, and took a comprehensive review of enrollment process, role of banks and progress made till date.

Gupta stressed upon the concerned officers to conduct more vigorous and result oriented IEC campaigns across the district for maximum coverage of beneficiaries under these schemes. He exhorted banks and others concerned to convince the beneficiaries about the benefits and importance of these schemes. He also emphasised to dedicate their staff for enrollment drives in the district and focus on the most vulnerable sections of society.

Targets were set among the departments and instructions issued to submit the weekly work done reports on new registrations. The meeting was attended by ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz; LDM, Tehsildars, BDOs, Bank officers and other concerned.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

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