SOPORE: J&K Police in Sopore has solved a theft case by arresting 02 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession. Police Post Bus Stand Sopore received an written application from Maqbool Rahman Beigh, resident of Model Town, stating that unknown persons had stolen utensils from his residence. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 260/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Sopore and investigation was initiated.

During the investigation, several suspects were rounded up and examined. During this process, one suspect person identified as Shabir Ahmad Sheikh, son of Ab Hamid Sheikh, resident of Model Town D, was questioned and he admitted his involvement in the commission of crime. He further disclosed that part of the stolen property had been concealed at Cooperative Baagh Sopore, while some items had been sold to another individual.

Acting on this disclosure, Police successful recovery stolen property from the identified location. Further investigation led to the questioning of another suspect identified as Waseem Nabi Wani, resident of Model Town D, who admitted to have received stolen items from Shabir Ahmad Sheikh. Based on his disclosure, additional stolen property was recovered from his residence.

J&K Police reaffirmed its commitment to prompt investigation, swift action and protection of public property. The investigation is ongoing and further legal proceedings have been set into motion.

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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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