RAMBAN: In view of the upcoming festival of Eid, market inspection drives were conducted today across various locations in Ramban district to ensure the availability of quality food items and to curb unethical trade practices.

In Gool, a team comprising officials from the Tehsil Administration, Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) and the Police Department inspected grocery stores, mutton and chicken shops, milk vendors and sweet shops. The inspection aimed to keep check on overpricing, sale of unhygienic or substandard items, and to ensure compliance with notified price lists.

Irregularities were detected at several outlets, resulting in on-the-spot fines totaling ₹4,100. Shopkeepers were also sensitized on the importance of maintaining hygiene and transparent pricing during the festive season.

In Batote, a joint team comprising officials from the Revenue, Food, Municipality, and Excise Departments conducted a surprise inspection. A fine of ₹1,750 was imposed on violators, and 2 kilograms of banned polythene were seized during the drive. A similar inspection was carried out in Ramban town, resulting in fines amounting to ₹1,600 and the seizure of 4 kilograms of polythene.

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