SRINAGAR, SHOPIAN: In its ongoing crackdown on Absconders and Proclaimed Offenders, Police have apprehended three long-time absconders in Srinagar and Shopian. In Srinagar, the two absconders identified as Waseem Bhat son of Abdul Majeed Bhat resident of Al-Farooq Colony, presently residing in Hamdaniya Colony, Bemina, who has been absconding since 2013 and Ab Rashid Shiekh son of Ab Ahad Shiekh resident of Athwajan Panthachowk, who has been absconding since 2021 have been arrested following specific intelligence inputs. Subsequently, the necessary legal formalities were completed, and the accused persons were produced before the concerned Hon’ble Court in Srinagar.

Similarly in Shopian, Police arrested an absconder who had been evading arrest for the past 10 years. The arrested individual has been identified as Ab. Hamid Sheikh, son of Gh. Mohd Sheikh, resident of Peerpora, who was wanted in Case FIR No. 81/2015, under section 307 RPC. A warrant under Section 512 CrPC had been issued against him by the Hon’ble Court of Law. After his arrest, the accused was produced before the Hon’ble Court, as per legal formalities. J&K Police reaffirms its unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that no individual evading justice remains beyond its reach.

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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