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

GANDERBAL: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, a special team of the Food Safety department conducted a special inspection of Food Business Operators (FBOs) across Dursuma Market. The team took strict action against violators under Food Safety and Standards norms, and a collective penalty of Rs 4000 under Section 69 were levied on the food business operators for the violations.

The FS team also seized and destroyed a significant quantity of expired spices, rotten vegetables and fruits and other food items to prevent its sale in the market. Besides, three samples were also lifted for laboratory analysis.

Thrusting on quality control, the officers emphasized the importance of hygiene and food safety standards, warning FBOs against selling expired or substandard food products. They urged traders to comply with the regulations to ensure the health and well-being of the consumers. General public and local consumers appreciated the market checking by Food Safety officials and called for regular monitoring to curb the sale of adulterated and unhygienic food items.

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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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