PULWAMA: Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking, J&K Police in Pulwama apprehended a drug peddler during naka checking at Newa Chowk and recovered approximately 12.5 grams of heroin-like substance along with ₹14,300 in cash.

A police party of Police Post Newa intercepted a cab bearing registration No. PB01B3431. During checking, the contraband was recovered from the dashboard of the vehicle. The accused was identified as Mohd. Sahil son of Abdul Majeed Kumar resident of Chak Wali Sahab, Rawalpora, Sanat Nagar, Srinagar.

The contraband, cash and the vehicle used in the commission of the offence were seized as per prescribed procedure. In this connection, FIR No. 152/2026 under Sections 8/21-27A of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Pulwama, and further investigation has been taken up to ascertain the source of the contraband and establish further linkages.

Police remains committed to its zero-tolerance approach against drug trafficking and will continue sustained action against those involved in the illegal narcotics trade.

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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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