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

TRAL: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested three persons in Tral, Awantipora and recovered contraband substances from their possession.

A police party during naka checking intercepted a vehicle bearing registration number JK03B-8646, with three persons on board. During search, 03 grams of heroin-like substance and 13.94 grams of cannabis-like substance were recovered from their possession.

They have been identified as Sujad Saleem son of Bashir Ahmad Turabi resident of Diver, Feroz Ahmad Chopan so of Mushtaq Ahmad Chopan resident of Laruw Jageer, and Mohd. Shafi Mir son of Abdul Aziz Mir resident of Aripal. Subsequently, they were arrested on the spot, besides vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Accordingly, a case FIR No. 102/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Tral, and investigation has been set into motion. Police reiterates its commitment to combating the menace of drug abuse and taking strict legal action against those involved in drug related activities.

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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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