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SRINAGAR: Continuing its efforts against the menace of drug trafficking, police have arrested three drug peddlers in Baramulla & Budgam and recovered contraband substances from their possession.

A police party at a checkpoint established at Kanthbagh near DPL Baramulla intercepted two suspicious persons who tried to flee from the spot but were apprehended tactfully. During search, about 100 grams of Charas like substance was recovered from their possession. They have been identified as Javid Ahmed Sheikh son of Abdul Majeed Sheikh and Sameer Ahmed Sheikh son of Mohd Subhan Sheikh, both residents of Khawajabagh Baramulla. They have been arrested and shifted to police station where they remain in custody.

Similarly in Budgam, a Police Party of Police Station Khansahib at a check point established at Bugroo crossing, intercepted a Scooty bearing registration number JK04-5815. During search, heroin-like substance was recovered from scooty rider, identified as Adil Showkat Khan son of Showkat Ahmad Khan resident of Nilsar Mohallah Wavoora Baramulla A/P Ompora Budgam. Subsequently, he has been arrested on the spot. Moreover, Scooty used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and further investigation have been initiated. Police remain committed to eradicating drug abuse and trafficking from the district. Public is urged to cooperate and report any suspicious activity to the nearest Police Station or dial 112.

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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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