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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.

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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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Plaksha to host Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 from March 13–15
Partnership to support integration of AI tools into Government’s FastTrack Punjab Portal

JAMMU: Plaksha University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Invest Punjab to support the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into the FastTrack Punjab Portal - the Government of Punjab’s unified single-window platform for investment approvals and regulatory clearances.

As part of the partnership, Plaksha University will also host the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 at its campus from 13–15 March, an event organised by Invest Punjab in coordination with the Government of Punjab that will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and innovators to explore investment and technology opportunities in the state.

“AI is becoming the backbone of how governments serve their citizens and enable enterprise. Plaksha’s mission is aligned with the work that Invest Punjab is doing to enable innovation in the state. Our partnership is a step toward reimagining how governance meets innovation and how states like Punjab can lead the next wave of technology-enabled growth.” said Dr. Rudra Pratap, Founding Vice Chancellor, Plaksha University.

Amit Dhaka, CEO of Invest Punjab said "This MoU is a step forward in government-academia collaboration. It will pave the way for AI experts from Plaksha to provide innovative solutions that will bring the next wave of growth in the state of Punjab".

The collaboration will draw on Plaksha University’s research and applied expertise in artificial intelligence, data science, and digital governance to strengthen public digital infrastructure.

Under the collaboration, Plaksha’s AI and data science teams will work with Invest Punjab to design and develop AI-enabled tools for the FastTrack Punjab Portal. The initiative aims to make regulatory processes more transparent, predictable, and efficient for businesses seeking to invest in Punjab.

Operated by Invest Punjab, the FastTrack Punjab Portal serves as the state’s primary interface for businesses seeking approvals, clearances, and government services related to investment. The platform was designed by Invest Punjab and developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Punjab, which will continue to serve as the core technology partner responsible for the platform’s development, security, and deployment.

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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