In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: Police in Budgam seized a huge quantity of crude wine and arrested two accused persons involved in its production and distribution. A Police Party of Police Station Budgam while conducting naka checking at village Nasrullahpora apprehended two persons carrying 01 barrel of crude wine. They were arrested on spot and subsequently identified as Daneshwar Prasad son of Ramdhar Prasad resident of Sirli District Sakti Chhattisgarh & Lakshman Predas Sahu son of Baba Ram resident of Aril district Sakti Chhattisgarh.

During further questioning and subsequent search, 12 more barrels of crude wine approximately 195 Litres were recovered from their possession. Both the accused persons have been arrested and shifted to police station where they remain in custody. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 372/2024 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Budgam and further investigation has been set into motion.

Consistent actions of Police against the criminals should reassure the community members that police are making all efforts to eradicate social evils from the society. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per the law.

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
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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