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SRINAGAR: In a relentless efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs, Police have arrested 04 drug peddlers in Srinagar and recovered contraband/psychotropic substances from their possession. A Police party of PS Kralkhud intercepted a vehicle (Etios) bearing registration number JK01AH-5637 at a checkpoint established at Kralkhud Chowk. The two persons onboard have been identified as Nadeem Shafi Kashani son of Mohd Shafi Kashani resident of Sathoo Payeen Barbarshah and Ashiq Ahmed Hundoo son of Late Gh Rasool Handoo resident of Abi-Karpora Dalgate A/p Hamdania Coloney Bemina.  During search, 04 grams of Heroin was recovered from their possession. They have been arrested and the vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.  

Meanwhile, a Police party of Police Station Safakadal arrested two drug peddlers at a checkpoint established with in their jurisdiction. They have been identified as Nabeel Showkat Zargar son of Showkat Aziz Zargar resident of Safakadal Haftayarbal and  Shahriyar Ahmad Mir son of Mir Ishfaq Ahmad resident of Rathpora Eidgah. During search, 11 bottles of Codeine Phosphate & 30 strips of Tapentidol (banned drugs) have been recovered from their possession.

Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and investigations have been initiated. Our consistent actions against drug peddlers should reassure the community members that J&K Police are making efforts to keep our society free from the scourge of drug menace.

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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