PAMPORE: Acting tough against the social crimes, police in Awantipora have arrested three gamblers in Pampore and seized stake money from their possession. Acting on a specific information regarding gambling activities at Doninad, a police party of Police Station Pampore headed by SHO PS Pampore DySP (P) Shri Shravan Singh raided the specific spot and apprehended the three gamblers. They have been identified as Mohammad Ashraf Bahroo Mohammad Maqbool resident of Doninad, Aqib Ahmed Dar son of Ab Rahman Dar resident of Doninad and Abdul Majeed Wani son of Ab Aziz Wani resident of Doninad Pampore.

Officers have seized stake money of ₹27,700/- and playing cards from their possession. They have been arrested and shifted to police station where they remain in custody. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 74/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Pampore and further investigation has been initiated. J&K Police remains committed to upholding law and order and will continue its crackdown on illegal activities in the area. Person found indulging in criminal activities shall be dealt as per the law.

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