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

JAMMU: The last date for admission to IGNOU programmes for the ongoing January 2025 session is 31st January, 2025. The Regional Director Dr. Sandeep Gupta urged the prospective learners who intend to enroll themselves afresh and the already enrolled learners who are eligible to re-register themselves for next year or semester to avail the last day opportunity.

To enroll in the next year or semester, students need to fill and submit the re-registration January 2025 form within the submission deadline. Candidates who did not attempt the term-end examinations or did not submit their assignments can still apply for re-registration 2025 in order to save the backlog period and can then appear for previous as well as newly registered courses in next Term-End Examination after completion of the minimum study duration.

The already enrolled learners can apply for IGNOU re-registration 2025 by visiting the official website of the IGNOU www.ignou.ac.in. the direct link for which is https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/ which can be accessed under the drop-down menu option “Register Online” on IGNOU website.

Before filling the admission form online, a candidate needs to create a User ID and Password on the SAMARTH portal and be ready with a Mobile No., Email ID, properly scanned academic documents, photograph and Bank Debit /Credit/Net Banking for payment of fee. Applicants can access the IGNOU admission portal 2025 at www.ignou.ac.in or directly following the link https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Before filling the re-registration form online, candidates must be ready with their User ID, Password, Registered Mobile Number, registered email address and Bank Debit /Credit/Net Banking for payment of fee. In case any student has forgotten his/her User ID/password or changed the registered mobile number, he/she must approach the Regional Centre or drop a mail on rcjammu@ignou.ac.in with the request to reset the password. 

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