AWANTIPORA: Police in Awantipora have solved a theft case by arresting an accused person involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from his possession. On 12/07/2025, Police Station Khrew received a written complaint from Shabir Ahmad Bhat son of Gh Mohammad Bhat resident of Khrew regarding the theft of welding machine alongwith cable from his shed located at his native village.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 54/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered in Police station Khrew and investigation was started under the supervision of SHO Police Station Khrew.

Acting swiftly, the investigating team conducted a detailed investigation, gathering leads from the local area. During the course of investigation, one suspect identified as Zuhain Farooq Lone son of Farooq Ahmad Lone resident of Khrew was zeroed in and during questioning, the accused admitted his involvement in the commission of crime. Officers recovered the stolen items from his possession and later handed them over his rightful owners after completion of legal formalities.

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