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RAMBAN: In a strict action, Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Ramban Kuldeep Singh has suspended the Registration Certificates (RCs) of three vehicles involved in bovine smuggling.

The action was initiated on detailed recommendations from Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ramban, confirming repeated violations and registration of FIRs against the said vehicles.

The RCs of vehicles bearing registration numbers JK19A- 3199 (Truck), JK19A-2708 (Dumper),   and JK19A- 1270 (Bolero Pickup)   have been suspended for a period of four months and the Police Department has been asked to seize the vehicles.

The ARTO Ramban stated that the step has been taken to ensure strict enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act and to curb unlawful activities that pose a threat to public order.

Meanwhile, the ARTO Ramban also  issued show cause notices to the owners of  vehicle no JK19A 1432 (Bolero Pickup)  and several other vehicles allegedly involved in bovine smuggling for suspension or cancellation of their Registration Certificates (RCs) and permits.

The Police and Transport Departments reiterated the zero-tolerance policy against illegal activities and appealed to vehicle owners to strictly comply with statutory regulations to avoid such punitive measures.

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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