BARAMULLA: In a significant operation, Police have successfully busted a immoral trafficking racket operating in the Barzulla Kunzer area of Baramulla district. Acting on specific and credible intelligence, the police conducted a swift and well-coordinated raid leading to the arrest of four individuals, including a woman, involved in immoral trafficking activities.     

The arrested individuals have been identified as Ab Ahad Waza son of Ab Khaliq Waza resident of Utikoo Sheikhpora, Mohd Abdullah Waza son of Ghulam Mohiuddin Waza resident of Barzulla Kunzer, Bilal Ahmad Bhat son of Ghulam Rasool Bhat resident of Bamroda, presently residing at Utikoo and one lady (name withheld).

A case vide FIR No. 37/2025 has been registered at Police Station Kunzer under relevant sections 3, 4 and 5 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act (PITA). Further investigation is underway to identify and dismantle any larger network linked to this operation.

Police reiterates its commitment to maintaining law and order and taking strict action against all forms of social evils. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant and report any such illegal activities to the nearest police station for prompt action.

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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