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SHOPIAN: In its continuous drive against habitual offenders who pose a serious threat to public peace and order, Police in Shopian have detained Altaf Mushtaq Ganie son of Mushtaq Ahmad Ganie resident of Meemander Shopian and Showkat Ahmad Wani son of Gh Nabi resident of Astan Mohalla Arhama Shopian, under the Public Safety Act.

Both the accused are chronic offenders with a criminal history spanning over a decade. A total of 12 FIRs are registered against them at Police Station Shopian, Altaf Mushtaq is involved in 07 FIRs and Showkat Ahmad is involved in 05 different FIRs of Police Station Shopian. Despite repeated arrests and legal proceedings, they continued to indulge in criminal activities after being released on bail, thereby posing a constant nuisance to the public.

Given their persistent involvement in theft, burglary, intimidation, and other offences, both have been declared habitual offenders and a threat to public peace. After completion of all legal formalities, detention orders were obtained from the District Magistrate, Shopian, following which both accused were taken into custody and lodged in District Jail Udhampur.

J&K Police reiterates its commitment to safeguard the lives and property of the public and will continue its firm action against habitual offenders to maintain peace and tranquillity in the region.

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