SRINAGAR: Continuing its relentless efforts to curb the menace of drugs, Police have arrested three drug peddlers in Srinagar & Sopore and recovered contraband substances from their possession. Police at a checkpoint established at Barthana, a vehicle (Alto) bearing registration number JK01J 7081 was intercepted with two persons on board. They have been identified Arif Ahmad Sheikh son of Lateef Ahmad Sheikh resident of Barthana Qamarwari and Asif Ahmad Sheikh son of Ab Razaq Sheikh resident of Babapora Barthana. During search, 628 grams of Charas and 650 grams of Cannabis Powder were recovered from their possession. Subsequently, they have been arrested and the vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Meanwhile in Sopore, a Police party of Police Station Sopore, during patrolling at Chinkipora, arrested a drug peddler identified as Qaisar Rasool Khan son of Ghulam Rasool Khan resident of Faisalabad Chinkipora Sopore. During search, Police party was able to recover 7.36 grams of Brown Sugar from his possession. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and investigations have been initiated.

We urge the common masses that if you witness drug peddling or any other crime anywhere near you, feel free to contact the nearest police establishment or dial 112. The general public is requested to cooperate with Police in curbing the menace of drugs from the society. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per law.

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
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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