In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested two drug peddlers in Kulgam and recovered contraband substances from their possession.

 A specific checkpoint at Khudwani Byepass was established by police party of Police Station Qaimoh and during checking, one suspicious person was intercepted who tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended tactfully. After search, officers present were able to recover 750 grams of Cannabis like substance from his possession. He has been identified as Parvaiz Ahmad Sheikh son of Abdul Rahman Sheikh resident of Kawaki Bazar Qaimoh.

Moreover, a police party led by IC PP JT at a checkpoint established at Gulab Bagh intercepted a person carrying a nylon bag. During search, 3 Kgs of Poppy Straw, 03.50 grams of Brown Sugar, 1 digital weighing machine and a cash amount of Rs 29,750/- pertaining to proceeds of narcotic substance were recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Nizamuddin Kunshee Son of Mohd Abdullah Kunshee resident of Gulab Bagh was arrested on spot.

Both the accused persons have been arrested and shifted to respective police stations where they remain in custody. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and further investigation have been taken up.

People are requested to cooperate with police in the battle against the drug menace and any information regarding anti-social activity in their neighbourhood should be shared with nearby police unit or Dial-112 so that timely action against the culprits will be taken.

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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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