Strict implementation of building codes, disaster audit of public buildings like hospitals, education institutes & religious structures, retrofitting of the vulnerable buildings, & creating disaster consciousness among citizens is necessary to reduce our risk to
#earthquakes
On this joyous occasion of Eid, I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you. May this special day bring us immense happiness, peace, and prosperity
@iustjk
@UoKashmir
Wishing everyone a happy and blessed Eid-ul-Fitr. May Allah bless you and your families with happiness, make our life blissful and open the doors of love, success and kindness for all of us.
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
In this interiew, I discussed imp issues like glacier depletion, disaster preparedness, land-use changes, deteriorating air quality etc. in the Kashmir Valley underscoring the significance of informed decision-making in addressing these complex challenges.
An opportunity for young and bright graduates of J&K to work in an enabling environment that will help them to enhance their professional competencies and shape them to thrive in any type of a competitive environment
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
IUST
#Interns
For the 1st time in the history of any academic institution here,we extend an initiative for catering to youth of JK by extending an exciting opportunity of working & learning as interns in different departments at IUST
@manojsinha_
@shakilrom
@diprjk
@Internshala
We r back to the Drung Drung glacier for this year's first ablation measurements. Approx. 3 m of melting recorded since the last visit in September 2022. Despite a good snowfall in winter/spring, it will be another high glacier melting season
@NSIDC
@iccinet
@CliC_WCRP
@ByrdPolar
We welcome application from highly qualified, imaginative, self-driven & passionate researchers to host them in
@iustjk
. We have a policy in place for permanent absorption of such fellows as APs to reverse brain-drain in the country
@IndiaDST
@DBTIndia
@EduMinOfIndia
@manojsinha_
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
On the Machoi glacier in the Ladakh, demonstrating the use of TLS model REIGL VZ-2000i to the participants of the Summer School in Glaciology for accurate glacier surface changes at high spatio-temporal resolution.
I congratulate Professor Nilofar Khan on her appointment as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kashmir. I'm looking forward to working with her to promote inter-university collaboration in J&K.
Prof Nilofar Khan appointed as new VC of KU
This is the first PhD admission notification of the year. We intend to offer PhD admissions at
@iustjk
twice a year. All the prospective candidates are encouraged to apply for admission
As a result of its vulnerability to landslides, floods, earthquakes & other climatic hazards, J&K has experienced numerous disasters throughout its history. However, the lack of a culture of disaster preparedness among the general public is worrisome
When you enrol as an IUSTian, it would mean that you are part of a close-knit community that would help you to achieve your vision of success so that you can make a mark on society
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
This is a normal phenomenon with some flash flooding in the contributing nallahs in the Upper Jhelum basins particuarly Veshu. There is insignificant chance that it will translate into a major flood particularly Sangam downstream
@iustjk
@CWCOfficial_GoI
@diprjk
@OfficeOfLGJandK
The high Particulate Matter concentration over the valley these days is evident from the NASA satellite image of today (attached below), showing that the Kashmir valley is covered by a thick blanket of smog/haze.
Quad fellowships will sponsor 25 Indian students to pursue MS/PhD in STEM to study in the US & would advance innovation/collaboration in the various areas. A unique opportunity of funding, cross-cultural exchange, networking & content programming
@ugc_india
@EduMinOfIndia
@iustjk
We are celebrating 18th IUST Foundation Day on 15-16 Nov with a series of events, including Industry-Academia Conclave & TechExpo. Grateful to have Hon'ble LG Shri Manoj Sinha as Chief Guest. We are charting new heights in innovation & entrepreneurship jointly with Industry 🚀
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
@iustjk
is celebrating its 18th Foundation Day with HVC Prof
@shakilrom
as the Patron. Honourable Chancellor Shri Manoj Sinha the Hon'ble
@OfficeOfLGJandK
as the Chief Guest & Advisor To HLG Shri R R Bhatnagar & Chairman SIDBI Mr Sivasubramanian Ramann will be Guests of Honour.
IUST becomes the 1st univ. in J&K to offer
@AICTE_INDIA
approved lateral entry programs for working professionals.
@iustjk
recognises the need for flexibility in education for working professionals who wish to pursue a degree.
A unique 4-Yr UG Program offered through 'Design your Degree mode' with majors in disciplines like AI, Maths, English, Data Sciences, Media Studies, Economics etc. for the academic session 2023.. Dive into your future—apply now!
@ugc_india
@EduMinOfIndia
@AICTE_INDIA
@manojsinha_
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
Prof. Shakeel Ahmad Romshoo, Vice-Chancellor at Islamic University of Science and Technology, Kashmir joined us today for the live phone-in programme 'Hello DD' as he answered the queries of students regarding their career and education at IUST.
@shakilrom
@iustjk
@RashidShafie
@iustjk
Google Maps features a picture of both the old and new library. This helps people to appreciate the growth and development of
@iustjk
since it was founded in 2005.
Many more bright minds with accomplished scientific talent are lined up to join
@iustjk
soon as scientists at the recently established Interdisciplinary Centre for Research in Frontiers Sciences
We had a great discussion on Himalayan cryosphere, modelling, black carbon, Paleoclimatic reconstruction & ice-core glaciology, being studied at National Cryosphere Lab, during the review meeting by
@guptaakhilesh63
. Thank U
@IndiaDST
for the generous support & appreciation.
Congrats to the selected IUST interns, a novel initiative for capacity building of bright JK youth by
@iustjk
. We want them to be prompt, passionate, motivated, good communicators, and eager to learn. At the Univ., you will experience a unique and professional apprenticeship.
I extend my warmest
#Eid
greetings to all faculty, staff, students & their families, as well as the rest of the university community. May the Almighty Allah shower His blessings on you & your loved ones on
#EidUlFitr
& may He provide you the highest level of happiness & joy.
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
The Himalaya is one of the most fragile ecosystems on the planet & needs adequate safeguards against man's onslaught to protect its fragility
@moefcc
@ndmaindia
@iustjk
After Joshimath, Land Subsidence in Jammu's Doda Forces Villagers to Scurry for Safety
We express our gratitude to J&K Govt. for continuous support to
@iustjk
. The newly allocated 2 land & some more land in the pipeline shall help us to host the recently established new centres and departments
@OfficeOfLGJandK
@manojsinha_
@diprjk
Earth observation data, with high spatial and temporal resolution, has tremendous potential to provide various climate services on operational basis.
@isro
@UNFCCC
@moefcc
@iustjk
Country's top space research scientists join climate change deliberations
Had a productive field expedition on the Machoi glacier in Ladakh, one of 8 benchmark glaciers under study by my group in the NW Himalayas. I was joined by 20+12 young glaciologists from various Indian institutes and
@CoE_glaciology
@IndiaDST
@ICCInet
@CryoCommunity
@iacscryo
The indicators of climate change are very clear in Jammu and Kashmir. We have observed increased frequency of dry spells in the region during the last few decades
Kashmir's Ski Industry Melts As Temperatures Rise In Gulmarg via
@ndtv
Congrats to all the
@iustjk
students who have graduated with degrees from different schools of the university since the last convocation held in March, 2021
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
Delighted to share that IUST will hold its 2nd Convocation on 24 June 2023.
#Congratulations
to all the graduating batches, PhD Awardees, Gold Medalists and certificate holders.
#iustconvocation
Against the normal grade of 220 ppm, the lithium found in J&K is 550 ppm indicating the presence of the best quality lithium in abundant quantity.
Lithium reserve found in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi is of best quality: Official via
@ETEnergyWorld
From the next year, We at the National Cryosphere lab, Kashmir Univ also plans to provide a summer school in glaciology in the Kashmir Himalaya, and one of the modules will include "health & safety" during glacier fieldwork
@IndiaDST
@serbonline
@iustjk
@iccinet
@CryoCommunity
Safety is particularly important while leading field campaigns in extreme and remote environments, such as the
#Polar
& high-altitude regions.
SPI offers practice-oriented "Health & Safety" courses, in collaboration with GRIMM, to
#SwissResearchers
active in these regions.
Disasters, wars & conflicts have multiplier catastrophic effects on human lives. In order to lessen people's vulnerability to disasters, the state must be willing and able to do so. Strengthening the social connect between the state & society is a top priority
@ndmaindia
@iustjk
It has been an unusual winter for the Alps.
These 2⃣ satellite images from
@CopernicusEU
#Sentinel2
were captured about one year apart (Jan '22 vs '23) - they show the alarming difference in snow coverage in the Swiss Alps.
Notice how the ski slopes stand out in the 2nd image.
@shangpal
I appreciate your sentiment
@shangpal
. I observe a curiosity among faculty, staff, students and other stakeholder community in making
@iustjk
an institute for excellence and I feel honoured and duty-bound to steer
@iustjk
in that direction
Kashmir is a high-risk area for GI cancers. Several institutes in the valley are active in cancer research and for optimal outcome, IUST shall provide a platform for researchers to collaborate & network on various issues of societal concern
@MoHFW_INDIA
These increasing trends of the key climate change indicators are worrisome and have set new records in 2021, according to the just released
#WMO
report "The State of the Global Climate 2021"
@UNFCCC
@moefcc
@CANSouthAsia
@UNDP
@iustjk
Glacier thickness and volume estimation in the Upper Indus Basin using modelling and ground penetrating radar measurements | Annals of Glaciology | Cambridge Core -
Seems this time the WD is arriving full throttle over Jammu and Kashmir and would bring good amount of snowfall and rains and respite from cold freezing temperatures.
It was a pleasure listing
@guptaakhilesh63
about the key features, and priorities of the STIP and how the country is making significant progress in innovations. Indeed, the policy implementation will boost the STI ecosystem catalysing the socio-economic development of the country
Visited
@iustjk
, delivered a talk on 'STI in India' n interacted with faculty n students. Heartening to see univ. making excellent progress, set up a Centre for Innovation n Entrepreneurship Dev, incubating 16 start ups, has good industry connect.
@DrJitendraSingh
@IndiaDST
Support to vulnerable nations that have done little to cause the
#ClimateCrisis
is critical for any COP meeting. Developing world needs $1 trillion annually by 2030. A series of symbolic moves yesterday on
#ClimateFinance
at
@COP27P
suggests a positive momentum
@UNFCCC
@iustjk
Today is
#EarthDay
, & the theme this yr is "Invest in our Planet." Let's be grateful for all that
#MotherEarth
has to offer.
@iustjk
has planed a no. of activities & it is imp for all (govt, businesses, ordinary citizens) to be accountable & invest in our planet for a safe future
IUST wants to excel rather than just eke by. We r thus seeking highly qualified, imaginative & self-driven scientists to lead the labs. People of any gender, caste, race, or colour who can provide these qualities are welcome at IUST
@EduMinOfIndia
@IndiaDST
@kansalrohit69
@iustjk
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
The present heat wave in South Asia is particularly severe & widespread. Climate change is already affecting the region, & it will only become worse until the international community steps up to the plate
@UNFCCC
@moefcc
@PMOIndia
@IMDWeather
@CANSouthAsia
@iustjk
@diprjk
@DicPulwama
I extend my warmest
#Eid
greetings to all faculty, staff, students & their families, as well as the rest of the university community. May the Almighty Allah shower His blessings on you & your loved ones on
#EidUlFitr
& may He provide you the highest level of happiness & joy.
We are situated in earthquake-prone zone and therefore appropriate urban planning should be adopted to build a safe, and earthquake-resilient living environment for the region
For overall human development, research must address the pressing challenges of the humanity, which won't occur until there are significant changes made to PhD training.
PhD training is no longer fit for purpose — it needs reform now
Spoke at the WDC event organised by the Institution of Engineers.Talks by young & bright students were informative & it gives hope that the young people are aware of the challenges. However, institutional support is required for collective action to have an impact
@moefcc
@iustjk
Snowfall is very crucial as it provides water to grow agriculture/horticulture crops & also important for the regional water security. The lack of snowfall during Chillai -kalan, the harshest part of winter in Kashmir, is attributed to climate change.
Priorities for 2023: To achieve peace, economic rights, development, climate action, respect for diversity, and inclusive societies – both today and for generations to come. We must act decisively before it is too late.
An exciting opportunity for youngsters.
We at IUST are proud to have pioneered this
#apprenticeship
#IUSTInterns
programme last year only with the vision of HVC Prof
@shakilrom
and our first batch of IUST Interns successfully completed their first six months of their internship.
Inauguration of Doppler weather radar at Banihal by shri
@manojsinha_
is a valuable addition to the meteorological infrastructure in J&K and would significantly advance mountain meteorology in the Himalaya to help predict weather processes/disasters
@IMDWeather
@iustjk
Initiated in 2015, this season's 1st GPR measurements over the Machoi glacier . We are doing in-depth field-based glaciological investigations on seven glaciers, including Machoi, employing Glaciological MB, GPR, geodetic mass balance with TLS, and DGPS
@IndiaDST
@guptaakhilesh63
Sports are important for the overall wellbeing of our body, mind, & soul. At today's inaugural athletic event, it was great to see enthusiasm of the young IUSTians. We will be soon planning a UT-wide athletic event on the beautiful athletic track
@iustjk
HVC Prof.
@shakilrom
today inaugurated a Photo-Exhibition on ‘Lives and Legacies’ of Kashmor which will be open for the public on 13, 14 and 16th June at IUST’s Wastoorwan Gallery of Art established in the Rumi Library Block.
@diprjk
@OfficeOfLGJandK
@PIBSrinagar
@PTI_News
Students at
@iustjk
get hands-on experience as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. We should have more of these initiatives on a regular basis in the university led by students.
The first day of the bakery fest created a lot of buzz on the campus. Stalls of various brands were installed. Inventory was bought by the students based on demand forecasts. Different pricing strategies and marketing techniques were used by students to generate sales
@shakilrom
It was an interactive educational session on urban planning issues of Srinagar city and how Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) is attempting to address some of these issues through innovative and inclusive projects
@iustjk
@smartcitiesind
@diprjk
@aanujj
17th Foundation Day Celebrations of Islamic University of Science and Technology graced by the presence of Honourable Vice-Chancellor Prof.
@shakilrom
as the Chief Guest,
@DivisionalComm1
Mr. Pandurang K.Pole as Guest of Honour.
In the pursuit of overall socio-economic development ofJ&K,
@iustjk
is at the front of promoting
#AIforAll
in medical research, agriculture, horticulture & smart infrastructure. We have identified AI-ML as the thrust area of research by establishing CoE in AI-ML at
@iustjk
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
Advisor to HLG/ Chief Guest Shri R.R Bhatnagar and HVC/Guest of Honour Prof
@shakilrom
addressing the Intl Workshop at GMC.
MoU signed between IUST and GMC by Prof Manzoor Malik DAA IUST and Prof Samia Rashid, Principal GMC
@diprjk
@OfficeOfLGJandK
All the best on International Women's Day. Stop lecturing and preaching, please. All of us are aware of the issues and how to solve them. So let's take action to solve the issues!
Gauage height at Sangam may even climb a few more ft in the next few hours, qualifying as a small flood (technically).Considering that rain is predicted to stop soon, there is very slim chance that the level at Sangam would rise to a level to qualify it as a Pan-Jhelum flood.
IUST invites online applications from eligible graduates from various recognized Universities / institutions within India as
#Apprentices
for undergoing one-year
#Apprenticeship
training programme under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973.
This
#February
was the hottest in India since 1901, the earliest year for which data is available, with maximum temperatures touching 29.54 degrees Celsius (monthly national average)
by
@soumya_pillai
&
@JayashreeNandi
PM in the Kashmir valley starts piling up incrementally during winters because of various factors. Further, due to the long dry spell, PM residence time increases manifolds in the Kashmir during winters causing haze & high pollution episodes observed in this
@Space_Station
image
📸This crew photo, taken as the
@Space_Station
was orbiting over South Asia, shows the Kashmir Valley, an ancient, dried lake basin surrounded by ranges of the Himalaya Mountains. Learn more about this area and the haze seen in the basin:
Glacial chronologies of the past glaciations are sparse in the Himalaya & mostly absent in the Kashmir Himalaya. This research would help to close the knowledge gap about the chronology of past regional glacial episodes.
Students benefit from these visits to mega-infrastructure projects. In fact, field trips should be made available to students on regular basis so that they gain practical experience about various aspects of natural/ built-up environment
@EduMinOfIndia
@ugc_india
@AICTE_INDIA
Islamic University of Science & Technology-IUST JK
A good reading. Why success cannot be just based on good grades? There are a tonne of additional things that need to be learned to to effectively navigate life's challenges
@iustjk
@shahfaesal
For the first time in my life I talk about my experiences of pride and shame as I felt my way through the education system, first as a student and now as a parent.
Remember, 9 students committed suicide last month in A.P after scoring low grades.
Every planner and decision-maker must be made familiar with the geospatial technology and allied technologies for using it as a decision support system to address many of our governance related issues.