In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR:  The ACB J&K has registered a case vide FIR No. 09/2026 at ACB PS Udhampur against Sh. Rajeev Jammu, Assistant Mining Engineer, District Mining Officer Udhampur, Sh. Rameshwar Sangra, District Mining Officer Reasi, one Swaran Singh Rathore and other private persons in connection with alleged illegal extraction and transportation of minor minerals, overcharging and manipulation/misuse of e-challans.

The case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as amended and the applicable provisions of law against the accused persons.

During the investigation, it has been alleged that certain private mining operators, including stone crusher operators, were involved in extraction of minor minerals in excess of permissible limits and continued mining operations beyond the validity of their leases.

Allegations have also surfaced regarding charging of rates in excess of Government-notified rates, manipulation and misuse of e-challans, and operation of stone crusher units beyond the validity of requisite Consent to Operate (CTO).

The enquiry has further revealed the alleged involvement of concerned public servants in facilitating such activities in connivance with private operators. The precise role of each accused person, the extent of alleged illegal extraction/transportation and overcharging, and the resultant loss, caused to the Government Exchequer are being investigated.

The ACB has also initiated searches at the residential and commercial premises of the accused persons in connection with the case. The searches and investigation are presently in progress.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau reiterates that strict action in accordance with law will be taken against persons found involved in illegal mining, abuse of official position, corruption and causing loss to the Government Exchequer.

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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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