HANDWARA: In continuation of the intensified crackdown launched by Police against Over Ground Workers (OGWs), JKNOPs , terror associates, and members linked with banned terrorist organizations, massive search operations were carried out for the second consecutive day across multiple areas of Police District Handwara.

Acting on credible intelligence inputs, Police—assisted by other security agencies—conducted coordinated cordon and search operations (CASOs) at various locations suspected to be used by OGWs and JKNOPs for sheltering and aiding terrorist elements. The operation was aimed at disrupting the terror support infrastructure, which includes networks involved in providing logistical, financial, and ideological assistance to active terrorists and their cross-border handlers.

During the extensive operations, several suspects and OGWs were detained for questioning to ascertain their involvement in unlawful activities. Incriminating materials, including mobile phones, digital storage devices, and other documents, were recovered from multiple premises and subsequently seized for detailed forensic and technical analysis.

The operations were executed in a well-coordinated manner across different police jurisdictions of the district, focusing on sensitive pockets where the terror ecosystem has previously attempted to establish ground-level influence.

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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