In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Shab-e-Qadr: Taraweeh at 10:00 PM, sermon & Shab Khani by Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir at 12:00 AM
  • Jumat-ul-Vida: Sermon by Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir at 12:45 PM, congregational prayer at 2:30 PM

SRINAGAR: An important meeting of the office bearers and members of Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid Srinagar was held at the central office of the Auqaf under the chairmanship of the head of the Auqaf, Mirwaiz Dr. Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq.  The meeting finalized the arrangements at the historic Central Jamia Masjid Srinagar for the convenience of worshippers and visitors on the occasions of Shab-e-Qadr and Jumat-ul-Vida.

It was decided that on the night of Shab-e-Qadr, Taraweeh prayers will begin at 10:00 PM, followed by the Mirwaiz e Kashmirs religious sermon and Shab khani from 12:00 midnight. The congregational Friday prayer on Jumat-ul-Vida will be held at 2:30 PM, while Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir will deliver his sermon from 12:45 PM.

As in past, arrangements were finalised to facilitate the worshippers and visitors during these sacred days, especially to those coming from far-off areas, ensuring their comfort and ease at the central Jamia Masjid Srinagar.  On this occasion, Mirwaiz Sahib instructed the Auqaf officials and staff to diligently fulfill their responsibilities regarding electricity, water, cleanliness, and othet arrangements.

The meeting also urged the civil administration to ensure uninterrupted power supply, availability of water, proper traffic management, and special attention to cleanliness in and around the mosque during these blessed days. The members, staff, and officials of Anjuman Auqaf assured Mirwaiz of their commitment to uphold the sanctity of the central Jamia Masjid and to fulfill their religious and communal responsibilities in the best possible manner, ensuring that no inconvenience is caused to the worshippers and visitors.
Worshippers have also been requested to bring their own prayer mats (Jaye Namaz) when coming to offer Friday prayers on Jumat-ul-Vida at the central Jamia Masjid. Meanwhile, the series of sermons and religious lectures by Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir continues during the holy month of Ramadan. In this regard, a religious gathering is being organized today at Masjid Sharif Al-Faruqia, Lachri Pora, Nowshera.

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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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