SRINAGAR: Cyber Cell of District Police Kupwara have successfully resolved multiple cases of online financial fraud, recovering a total of ₹1,55,208. In July 2024, the Cyber Cell of Kupwara Police received a complaint regarding an online earning fraud in which the complainant was duped of ₹84,380. Acting swiftly, the Cyber Cell collected evidence and information from the victim. Using advanced cyber tactics, the team successfully recovered the entire amount of ₹84,380, which was credited back to the victim's account.

Another case was reported in December 2024, involving an online financial fraud of ₹1,01,196. The victim received a fraudulent call posing as Jio Customer Care, asking them to recharge their SIM for ₹10. Following the recharge, the victim's bank account was debited by ₹1,01,196. Upon receiving the complaint, the Cyber Cell collected evidence and analysed the case. Cyber Cell successfully recovered ₹65,418 from a merchant where the fraudster had ordered an Apple iPhone 15, and this amount was credited back to the victim's account.

In a separate incident, a complainant lost ₹5,430 after searching for jobs online and unknowingly sharing credentials and personal details. The fraudster, impersonating officials of a reputed company, conducted fake interviews and demanded money for registration. The Cyber Cell recovered ₹4,560, which was credited back to the victim's account.

Another case involved a victim losing ₹850 after being contacted through a fake advertisement on Instagram. The Cyber Cell promptly acted and managed to recover ₹850, which was credited back to the victim's account.

J&K Police urges the public to remain vigilant against digital scams such as online fake trading, suspicious links, fake SMS credit messages, unauthorized apps, loan apps, fake tasks on Instagram or Telegram, fraudulent calls for SIM updates, and fake video calls. Avoid sharing personal information online and report any suspicious activities immediately to the National Cyber Crime Helpline 1930 or visit www.cybercrime.gov.in.

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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