SHOPIAN: Cyber Police Station Shopian has recovered and restored an amount of ₹63,22,792 to victims of various cyber fraud cases during the current year, after completion of all prescribed legal and judicial formalities.

The recovery was achieved through prompt action and professional investigation by Cyber Police Station Shopian. During the period under report, Cyber Police Station Shopian received complaints pertaining to UPI-related frauds, social media scams, fake loan applications, OTP misuse, and other online financial frauds. On receipt of complaints, immediate action was taken and investigations were conducted using technical and digital tools.

Due to timely intervention and effective coordination with concerned banks and financial institutions, suspicious transactions were frozen at critical stages, which helped prevent further financial losses and facilitated recovery of the defrauded amounts.

The recovery reflects the continued efforts of J&K Police in effective handling of cybercrime cases and providing timely relief to victims, in accordance with the directions of higher headquarters.

The general public is advised to remain vigilant and adhere to cyber safety practices, including not sharing sensitive banking details or OTPs, and to report cyber fraud immediately through Helpline 1930 or 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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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