SOPORE: Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking, Police in Sopore have apprehended two drug peddlers at a checkpoint established near the Municipal Council building, Sopore, and recovered contraband substance from their possession.

During naka checking, a battery-operated auto bearing registration number JK01BA-8171, coming from Iqbal Market towards Main Chowk, Sopore, was stopped for checking. During search, poppy straw-like substance was recovered from the possession of the auto driver and another person travelling in the vehicle.

The accused have been identified as Sabzaar Ahmad Sheikh son of Ghulam Nabi Sheikh resident of Kathidarwaza Rainawari A/P Doglitang Sopore (driver), and Manzoor Ahmad Sofi @Man Dab son of Bashir Ahmad Sofi resident of Neharpora Sopore.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 19/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Sopore and investigation is underway to trace the source and wider network involved.

J&K Police reiterate their zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and reaffirm their commitment to sustained enforcement to protect youth and society from the menace of drugs.

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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