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When he appointed me Editor-in-Chief of JK Monitor (www.jkmonitor.org), he never made me feel like an employee. He treated me as a younger brother—with warmth, trust and respect. His guidance was generous, his encouragement sincere, and his door was always open whenever I needed help or advice. I will remain deeply grateful for the confidence he placed in me and for all that he taught me.

Dr. Ranjan was a rare and noble human being: kind-hearted, humble and always ready to help. He was also a visionary intellectual whose ideas reached beyond the immediate moment. He brought together deep knowledge, curiosity and a belief in using one’s abilities to make a meaningful difference.

The tributes from his students and colleagues speak of the same qualities I was fortunate to experience myself: a brilliant mind joined with a compassionate heart, and a mentor who made people feel valued. His influence lives on in the people he guided, the work he inspired and the many lives he touched.

For me, he will always be more than a respected chairman or a remarkable intellectual. He will be the elder brother who welcomed me, believed in me and guided me with affection. I will carry his lessons and his kindness with me always. May his soul rest in eternal peace. He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered and never forgotten.

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Details: Written by: JK Monitor News Network; Category: Bridging the World; Published: 20 August 2026

The programme aims to equip experienced women professionals with strategic leadership capabilities to prepare for senior leadership and boardroom roles.

MUMBAI: As organisations increasingly recognise the importance of diverse leadership, the need for structured leadership development for women professionals has become more important than ever. While more women are taking on leadership responsibilities across industries, representation at senior management and boardroom levels continues to remain limited. Organisations today aim to bridge this gap by empowering women leaders with strategic thinking, business acumen, and leadership capabilities required to lead organisations through an evolving business environment.

Addressing this need, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), in collaboration with Jaro Education, has announced admissions for Batch 2 of the Strategic Leadership Programme for Women Executives. Designed for experienced women professionals and entrepreneurs, the 6–7-month blended learning programme aims to equip participants with appropriate strategy tools, a growth-oriented strategic mindset, and strong networks that will enable them to navigate workplace challenges and achieve top leadership positions in organisations.

Expressing her views on the programme, Prof. Chitra Singla, Faculty Co-chair, Strategic Leadership Programme for Women Executives, IIM Ahmedabad, said: “Women leaders today are expected to navigate increasingly complex business environments while driving strategic decision-making and organisational growth. The Strategic Leadership Programme for Women Executives has been designed to help participants strengthen these capabilities through contemporary management perspectives, practical learning, and peer engagement, enabling them to prepare for larger leadership responsibilities.”

The programme follows a blended learning approach that combines academic learning with practical application, enabling participants to immediately apply strategic concepts and leadership frameworks within their professional roles.

The curriculum is organised into three core modules: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, and Strategic Facilitators, covering areas such as strategy formulation and implementation, financial acumen, behavioural strategy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in strategy formulation, stakeholder management, scenario planning, negotiation, conflict management, strategic communication, storytelling, and skills to build personal branding. Participants will also explore mentorship, work-life balance, and strategies for navigating gender-related workplace challenges while developing the capabilities required to become effective change leaders and prepare for senior leadership roles.

Programme Details & Eligibility

Programme: Strategic Leadership Programme for Women Executives (Batch 2)

Duration: 6–7 months

Mode: Blended Learning (Live Online Weekend Sessions + Two Campus Immersion Modules at IIM Ahmedabad)

Programme Commencement: November 12, 2026

Last Date to Apply: October 20, 2026

Eligibility: Women executives with a graduate degree (10+2+3 or equivalent) and a minimum of five years of work experience after graduation. Women entrepreneurs are also encouraged to apply.

Programme Fee: ₹3,00,000 + GST

Application Fee: ₹2,000 + GST

October 2026

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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