KULGAM: Continuing its commitment towards public service, transparency, and citizen-friendly policing, Police in Kulgam have traced and recovered 46 missing/stolen mobile phones valued in lakhs of rupees and handed them over to their rightful owners.

The recovered phones were traced in response to various complaints received by the Cyber Police Station Kulgam from different areas of the district. The recovery and return ceremony was organised at the Cyber Police Station Kulgam, where DySP Headquarters Kulgam Shri Nisar Ahmad (JKPS) formally handed over the recovered devices to the complainants after proper verification and authentication in presence of police officers and staff from the cyber unit.

During the event, DySP HQRS Kulgam interacted with the mobile phone owners and reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir Police is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of every citizen while maintaining public trust through transparent policing. He commended the dedicated efforts of the Cyber Police Station Kulgam team for their professionalism, technical expertise, and consistent follow-up in tracing the missing devices through advanced tracking methods and coordination with telecom service providers and technical agencies.

Speaking on the occasion, SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Choudhary (IPS) appreciated the team of Cyber Police Station Kulgam for their effective efforts in locating the missing devices. He further urged citizens to stay alert against online frauds, cybercrimes, and social media scams, advising them to follow safe online practices and report any suspicious activities immediately.

For reporting lost or stolen mobile phones, people are encouraged to use the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal at www.ceir.gov.in, developed by the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India.

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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