AWANTIPORA: In a prompt and decisive action, police along with Revenue Department destroyed illegally cultivated Poppy Police District Awantipora. Acting on credible information, police along with officials of Revenue Department destroyed an illegal Poppy Straw cultivation spread over nearly about 01 kanal of land in Sharshali and Ladhoo.

The land is owned by Nissar Ahmad Sheikh son of Habibullah Sheikh resident of Sharshali, Fayaz Ahmad son of Jalaludin Sheikh resident of Sharshalli and Manzoor Ahmad son of Ab. Gaffar Wani resident of Ladhoo, who have illegally cultivated Poppy crops in their respective fields. Subsequently, the illicit crop was destroyed on the spot.

Accordingly, case vide FIR No. 40/2025 and 41/2025 under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Khrew and further investigation has been initiated. Police reaffirm its commitment to a drug-free society and urges citizens to report any such illegal activities. Public is also requested to extend cooperation to the Police and come forward with any information regarding any kind of anti-social activity in their neighbourhood.

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