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BARAMULLA, BUDGAM: Continuing its efforts against the menace of drug trafficking, Police have arrested 4 drug peddlers and recovered contraband substances from their possession. A Party of Police Station Kunzer, headed by SHO PS Kunzer apprehended a drug peddler at a checkpoint established at Tarhama. He has been identified as Habil Yaseen Dar son of Mohd Yaseen Dar resident of Habakadal Srinagar A/P Tarhama Kunzer.

During search, Heroin like substance, weighing about 10 grams were recovered from his possession. Similarly, a Police party of PP Palhallan at a checkpoint established at Yadipora Crossing intercepted two persons, identified as Rayees Ahmad Tantray son of Mohd Maqbool Tantray resident of Yadipora Palhallan and Danish Ahmad Dar son of Bashir Ahmad Dar resident of Takiya Tapper. During search, contraband Charas like Powder weighing about 2.9 Kgs were recovered from their possession. Both were arrested.

Meanwhile in Budgam, a Police party of PS Khansahib established a check point at village Chamboora, arrested a drug peddler identified as Tanveer Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Rashid Bhat resident of Arigam Budgam. During search, 04 sticks of Charas like substance was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered in respective police stations and investigations have been initiated. J&K Police remains committed to eradicating drug abuse and trafficking in the region. Public is urged to cooperate and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

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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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