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PULWAMA, SHOPIAN: Continuing its firm action against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Police have arrested three drug peddlers in separate operations in in Pulwama & Shopian and seized substantial quantities of contraband substances from their possession.

A Police party of PS Litter during naka checking intercepted a vehicle bearing registration No. JK13J-1331 at Gudoora Crossing. During search, a carry bag containing approximately 750 grams of charas powder-like substance was recovered. The driver of the vehicle identified as Mudasir Ahmad Malik son of Ghulam Mohidin Malik resident of Tahab was arrested and the vehicle used in the commission of the offence has also been seized.

In another operation, a naka party of PS Pulwama apprehended a drug peddler identified as Farooq Ahmad Mir son of Gh Mohd Mir resident of Rakhi Shilwat Sumbal Bandipora, at Gudoora crossing. During search, approximately 137.5 grams of heroin-like substance was recovered from his possession.

In Shopian, acting on specific information, Police Station Keller registered a case under FIR No. 06/2026 of NDPS Act and obtained a search warrant from competent authority. A team from Police Station Shopian accompanied by the Executive Magistrate, raided the house of Bashir Ahmad Dar resident of Vishroo Payeen Keller. During search, 1.880Kgs of Charas and 8.570Kgs of Cannabis-like substance was seized and accused was arrested on spot and further investigation has been initiated.

Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and investigations have been initiated. J&K Police remain committed to eradicating the menace of drugs from the society and urge the general public to cooperate and share information regarding drug peddling so that strict legal action can be taken against those involved in such unlawful activities.

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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