PULWAMA: In a sustained crackdown on drug trafficking and substance abuse, Police in Pulwama recorded another success by seizing a sizable quantity of contraband at Okhoo Kakapora and arrested one accused person involved in the commission of crime.

A police team from Police Station Kakpora, while conducting routine naka checking at Okhoo Kakpora, intercepted a TATA 207 vehicle bearing registration number JK01Q-0468. The vehicle was driven by Javaid Ahmad Dar alias Jana Dar son of Mohd Maqbool resident of Okhoo Kakpora. Upon thorough inspection, the police recovered 5.565 kilograms of suspected poppy straw from the vehicle.

Following the recovery, a case FIR No. 69/2025 under Sections 8/15 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Kakpora, and investigation has been initiated to ascertain further links in the case. Police reaffirm their unwavering commitment to eliminating the drug menace from society. Citizens are urged to cooperate with the police by sharing any information that could assist in curbing drug trafficking and other unlawful activities.

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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