GANDERBAL: Police in Ganderbal has successfully secured the Conviction of an accused under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) from the Hon’ble Judicial Magistrate 1st Class (JMIC), Kangan.

The accused Amir Ahmad Beigh son of Ghulam Rasool Beigh resident of Thune, Kangan, was found guilty of attempting to disturb public peace and tranquillity of the area while being in an intoxicated condition.

Taking a reformative approach, the Hon’ble Court sentenced the accused to undergo Community Service for a period of Seven (07) days at any institution under the Social Welfare Department, Ganderbal. The Case was prosecuted by Prosecuting officer Ilyas Khawaja.

Police reiterates its commitment to maintaining public order and ensuring peace in the district. Strict legal action shall continue against any individual found indulging in activities that disturb communal harmony or public tranquillity.

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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