JAMMU: Members of the Sikh Samaj, Jammu, organized a warm and impressive felicitation function in honour of Advocate Meenakshi Slathia on her recent appointment as Deputy Advocate General for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

The community leaders extended their heartfelt congratulations and expressed full confidence in her ability to discharge her new responsibilities with utmost integrity and professionalism. They lauded the advocate for her achievements in the legal field.

While recalling the invaluable contributions of her late father, Senior Advocate B.S. Slathia, a prominent figure in the J&K legal fraternity and former President of the Jammu & Kashmir High Court Bar Association, the speakers remembered his dedicated service to society and his strong bonds with all communities of Jammu.  

They conveyed their blessings for her continued success and bright future.  Speaking on the occasion, advocate Slathia expressed her gratitude to the Sikh Samaj for the honour and support. She assured that she would perform her duties with complete sincerity.

Prominent members of the Sikh Samaj, Jammu, who graced the occasion included Sardar Ranjeet Singh,  S. Narinder Singh, S. Harasis Singh , S. Inderjeet Singh, S.  Surinder Singh and others.

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