RAMBAN: The Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) Ramban has suspended 17 driving license for a period of three months on the recommendation of traffic regulation agencies. The suspended licenses belong to individuals found guilty of committing serious violations of motor vehicle laws, posing a risk to public safety. As per norms, show cause notices were issued to all violators, providing them an opportunity to present their defense. However, most of them failed to respond, while a few gave unsatisfactory replies.

The action was taken during the ongoing extensive enforcement drive by the MVD Ramban across the District, aimed at curbing traffic violations and promoting disciplined driving behavior. This move is in compliance with the directives of the Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety, especially for enforcement along the vulnerable National Highway stretches of Ramban. Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Kuldeep Singh has intensified enforcement measures throughout the district to ensure safer roads and has emphasized that strict action will continue against traffic law violators.

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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