AWANTIPORA: In a sustained drive against terrorism and drug trafficking, Police in Awantipora have booked one terror associate under the Public Safety Act (PSA) and one notorious drug peddler under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act.

The terror associate, namely Suhail Farooq lone @Sahba Farooq Ahmad Lone resident of Lone Mohalla Nigeenpora Reshipora Tral, was booked under the Public Safety Act (PSA) after obtaining formal detention orders from the competent authority. Subsequently, he was detained and lodged in District Jail Baderwah.

The notorious drug peddler, identified as Manzoor Ahmad Mir @Mana Tiger son of Abdul Khaliq Mir resident of Kadlabal Pampore, was booked under the PIT NDPS Act after obtaining formal detention orders from the competent authority and was subsequently lodged in Central Jail, Kot Bhalwal, Jammu.

It is pertinent to mention that the terror associate was actively involved in providing logistical support, shelter, transportation, and other assistance to terrorist outfits operating in the area.  and despite repeated preventive measures, he continued to engage in activities prejudicial to the security of the State, necessitating his preventive detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA).

Similarly, Manzoor Ahmad Mir @Mana Tiger is a habitual offender with several NDPS cases registered against him. He was actively involved in the illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs by supplying contraband substances to local youth in Pampore and other areas of Police District Awantipora. His continued involvement in drug trafficking posed a serious threat to society, warranting his preventive detention under the PIT NDPS Act.

J&K Police remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining peace and public order by taking firm legal action against terrorists, their associates, and drug traffickers. Such sustained preventive measures reflect the resolve of the Police to dismantle the terror ecosystem, curb the menace of drug abuse, and safeguard the lives and future of the youth. The general public is urged to continue extending their support and cooperation by sharing any information related to terrorism or drug trafficking with the Police.

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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.

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