KUPWARA: On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, the National Flag was ceremoniously hoisted within the premises of the Juvenile Justice Board, Kupwara, by Mudasir Bashir, Principal Magistrate, Juvenile Justice Board, Kupwara.

The event was attended by the Member of the Juvenile Justice Board, Chairperson and Members of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) Kupwara, staff members of the Juvenile Justice Board, officials from the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Kupwara, representatives and staff of Childline Kupwara and other stakeholders engaged in the child protection ecosystem.

Speaking on the occasion, Principal Magistrate JJB Kupwara highlighted the significance of Independence Day as a reminder of the sacrifices made for the nation’s freedom, and underscored the collective duty of all institutions to safeguard the rights and dignity of children, in keeping with the constitutional values and the mandate of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. The event concluded with distribution of sweets among the participants, fostering a spirit of unity and commitment towards the cause of justice and child welfare.

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