JAMMU:  The Law School, University of Jammu, organised a guest lecture titled "Mediation Act, 2023: A Paradigm Shift in Dispute Resolution" as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance legal knowledge and understanding of current legal trends. Justice Rajesh Tandon (Retd.), a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India, delivered a lecture that provided  in-depth exploration of Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR).

Justice Tandon's presentation covered various ADR mechanisms, including arbitration, negotiation, conciliation, and mediation. He detailed their unique characteristics and operational differences, stressing the importance of ADR mechanisms as established under relevant statutes and even Section 89 of the Civil Procedure Code. His discussion also highlighted the challenges facing effective ADR implementation, which prompted a lively dialogue among the attendees.

The event included a notable role-playing exercise led by a team of students namely Sushant Sharma, Anshika Gandhi, Hemanya Puri, Suhasini Sharma, Kasak Gupta, Parth. This exercise vividly illustrated the practical benefits of mediation, such as enhanced communication, relationship preservation, and efficient dispute resolution. The students' performance provided a hands-on demonstration of mediation’s potential, complementing Justice Tandon’s insights.

The positive feedback from students highlighted their gratitude for the opportunity to learn from a knowledgeable expert in the field. The combination of theoretical exposition and practical exercises offered a well-rounded perspective on the Mediation Act, 2023, emphasizing its relevance and application in contemporary legal contexts. Overall, the session fostered a meaningful learning experience and sparking a greater interest in mediation among the attendees and faculty members. The event was organised under the guidence of Dr Seema Rohmetra, Director The Law School and coordinated by Dr Bindu Sangra, Assistant Professor, The Law School, University of Jammu.

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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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