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

BUDGAM: In a significant development, Police in Budgam has successfully secured the declaration of Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai as a proclaimed offender through the Hon’ble Special Judge, NIA Court, Budgam.

Dr. Fai, a resident of Wadwan, Budgam, presently concealing himself in the United States of America, is involved in FIR No. 46 of 2020 registered at Police Station Budgam under Sections 10, 13, and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Despite the issuance of warrants, Dr. Fai persistently evaded arrest, obstructing the legal process and avoiding accountability under the law. In light of his continued non-cooperation and deliberate attempts to conceal himself to evade arrest, Budgam Police presented a plea before the Hon’ble Court. Acting on this plea, the court declared Dr. Fai a proclaimed offender on April 30, 2025.

The court has directed Dr. Fai to surrender before the Jammu and Kashmir Police within 30 days from the date of proclamation. Police reaffirms its commitment to pursue criminal cases against individuals evading justice and arrest, whether within India or abroad, ensuring due legal process and judicial determination through proper trial.

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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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