In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

MUMBAI: Vivekanand Business School (VBS) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with INTI International University, Malaysia, strengthening its focus on providing structured international academic exposure for students. Through this partnership, 25 VBS students have been awarded the International Academic Scholarship, a merit-based fully funded global learning experience at INTI International University. The scholarship covers travel, accommodation, food, and academic fees, ensuring complete financial support for selected students.

As part of the collaboration, scholars will participate in a three-month academic immersion programme at INTI International University, where they will be exposed to international teaching pedagogy, collaborative academic and research activities, and multicultural classroom interactions. The programme is designed to enhance global competency and prepare students for leadership roles in a globally connected professional environment.

“The collaboration with INTI International University reflects our commitment to creating structured, merit-led global opportunities for our students. By enabling full academic immersion in an international learning environment, we are equipping them with global perspectives, cross-cultural agility, and the academic depth required to succeed in an interconnected world.” said, Sandeep Bhardwaj, Director and Principal, Vivekanand Business School (VBS).

The collaboration reflects VBS’s continued commitment to expanding meaningful global learning pathways and equipping students with international academic and cultural perspectives. In recent times, VBS has also signed MOUs with Helvetic Business School, Switzerland; PSB Academy, Singapore; and Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa. These alliances enable students to collaborative research initiatives, global classroom interactions, and access to innovation-driven academic environments.

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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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