BARAMULLA: Continuing its efforts to curb illegal activities,, J&K Police busted a gambling activity in the Tilgam area of Kreeri Baramulla and apprehended five individuals involved in the unlawful act.

At approximately 0905 hours, a Special Operations Group (SOG) party of Police Component Kreeri, under the supervision of HC Mohammed Yousuf, was conducting routine patrolling in the area when they noticed a group of individuals engaged in gambling by playing cards in a public place. Acting swiftly, the police team intervened and apprehended all five persons on the spot. The individuals have been identified as Rafiq Ahmad Lone son of Gh. Ahmad Lone, Showkat Ahmad Rather son of Abdul Qayoom Rather, Parvaiz Ahmad Mir son of Gh. Hassan Mir, Suhail Magrey son of Mohd. Assadullah, Anees Hafiz son of Mohd. Hafizullah Lone all residents of Tilgam Kreeri.

During the operation, stake money amounting to ₹2,480/- along with a deck of playing cards was recovered. In addition, one motorcycle bearing registration number JK05L-5915, found without valid documents, was seized. Four mobile phones were also recovered from the site. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 35/2026 under Section 13 of the Gambling Act stands registered at Police Station Kreeri, and further investigation is underway.

&K Police reiterates its commitment towards maintaining law and order and urges the general public to cooperate and share information regarding any illegal activities in their area.

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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