HANDWARA: In a significant breakthrough, Police in Handwara have successfully solved a handbag snatching case by arresting an accused person and recovered stolen gold from his possession.

On April 15, 2025, Police Station Handwara received a written complaint from one lady (name withheld) resident of Waghat Palpora, Magam. The complainant reported that while she was in Handwara market, she was followed by an unknown person who later snatched her handbag (which contain gold ornaments) near the New Bus Stand Handwara and fled from the scene. Taking cognizance of the matter, a case vide FIR No. 76/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at police station and investigation was initiated.

During investigation, a dedicated team was assigned to trace the accused. Investigating team with strenuous efforts and by using all technical analysis and available means zeroed in on one suspected person who confessed his involvement in the commission of crime. The accused has been identified as Basit Fayaz Tantray son of Fayaz Ahmad Tantray resident of Khonbal Handwara. He was subsequently arrested, and on his disclosure, the stolen gold ornaments were recovered from his possession.

The swift and professional action by Police has been appreciated by the local community. The case is currently under further investigation to ascertain if the accused is involved in any other similar offences.

J&K Police is committed to eliminate the social crimes from the society. Respectable citizens are requested to share information of anti-social elements with J&K Police in shaping better society & good future of our youth.

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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.

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