ANANTNAG: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, J&K Police recovered huge quantity of contraband substance from a residential house in Shangran Anantnag besides, arrested the accused person involved in the commission of crime.

Acting on a credible input regarding illegal narcotics activity, a police team from Police Station Dooru accompanied by Executive Magistrate Dooru, led by SHO PS Dooru conducted a search operation in village Shangran under the close supervision of senior officers. During the operation, the team searched the residential house of one Ghulam Nabi Dar, son of Abdul Salam Dar, resident of Shangran, and recovered 16 kilograms of poppy straw concealed in three plastic buckets. The accused person involved in the crime has been arrested and the contraband was seized and sealed on the spot in presence of the Executive Magistrate.

Accordingly, a case FIR No. 56/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Dooru and further investigation is underway. This successful operation underscores the commitment of J&K Police to eradicate the menace of drugs and ensuring a safer, drug-free society. The public is once again urged to extend cooperation by sharing any information related to narcotics or other unlawful activities.

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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