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KULGAM, SOPORE: Continuing its sustained efforts to bring absconders to justice, Police have arrested three absconders in Kulgam & Sopore who were evading their arrest for years. The arrested individual has been identified as Mohd Aslam Hajam son of Siraj-ud-Din Hajam resident of Dalwas Nashri, Batote, who was wanted in case FIR No. 138/2004 under sections 15/18 of the NDPS Act of Police Station Qazigund.

Meanwhile Police in Sopore have arrested two absconders who have been evading arrest for years in separate cases. One of the absconder, Mohammad Yousuf Sheikh son of Noor Mohammad Sheikh resident of Khawajabagh Baramulla, was wanted in Case FIR No. 327/2006 under Sections 366, 376, and 109 RPC of Police Station Sopore.

The accused had been on the run since 2018. The second absconder, Nissar Ahmad Mir son of Mohammad Afzal Mir resident of Khahmoh Rafiabad was wanted in case FIR No. 12/2010 under sections 363, 376, and 109 RPC of Police Station Panzalla. He had been absconding since 2015. After completion of legal formalities, both accused will be produced before the Hon’ble Courts of competent jurisdiction. J&K Police is committed to intensifying its drive against absconders and ensuring that all those evading law are brought to justice.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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