BARAMULLA: Continuing its sustained efforts to curb illegal activities, Police in Baramulla apprehended four persons involved in gambling at Warapora near Government High School Warapora.

Acting on reliable information, a police party swiftly reached the spot and conducted a raid, during which four individuals were tactfully apprehended. They have been identified as Mashooq Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Sultan Bhat resident of Mullabangil, Mohd Lateef Bhat son of Mohd Sultan Bhat resident of Mullabangil, Javid Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Asadullah Bhat resident of Mullabangil and Manzoor Ahmad Bhat son of Farooq Ahmad Bhat resident of Mullabangil. During the operation, playing cards and cash amounting to â‚č4,200/- were recovered from their possession.

Accordingly, a case under FIR No. 26/2026 has been registered and investigation has been taken up. J&K Police remain committed to maintaining law and order and urges the public to refrain from engaging in unlawful activities. Citizens are encouraged to cooperate with police and share information about any such activities in their area.

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