NEW DELHI: Design Innovation Centre (DIC), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) participated in the 5th All India DIC Meet held on 3rd and 4th November at IIT Delhi here. The two-day event brought together Design Innovation Centres (DICs), Ekalpas, and Open Design Schools (ODS) from across the country to showcase their innovations and discuss the progress of the DIC initiative under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

On 3rd November 2025, a Coordinators’ Meeting was held, in which Prof. Shahid Rasool, Director DIC, and Dr. Javid Ahmad Wani, Joint Director DIC, represented the CUKashmir. The meeting deliberated on key aspects related to the functioning and collaboration of DICs nationwide.

On 4th November 2025, DIC CUKashmir established a stall to exhibit the innovative products developed under its various trades and projects. Chief Guest, Ms. Manmeet Kour, Advisor, Ministry of Education, Government of India, and Mr. S. K. Samatray, Director, National Initiative for Design Innovation (NIDI), visited the stall and appreciated the Centre’s efforts for its active participation and for showcasing innovative products.

The participation of DIC, CUKashmir, in the national meet provided an opportunity to share ideas, network with other DICs, and highlight the innovative capabilities nurtured at the University.

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
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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