AWANTIPORA: Police in Awantipora have solved a hit-and-run case by arresting the accused person involved in the incident and seizing the vehicle used in the commission of the crime.

On 10/10/2025, Police Station Tral received information about a road accident at Hardumir Tral, wherein an unknown vehicle hit and injured a pedestrian, Ariz (aged about 5 years) son of Ab Gaffar Bhat resident of Hardumir Tral. The injured child was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment and was later referred to SMHS Hospital Srinagar, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 126/2025 under relevant sections of Bharatiya law was registered at Police Station Tral, and investigation was initiated. Acting promptly, a police team led by SHO Police Station Tral, under the supervision of SDPO Tral, launched a sustained investigation to trace the unknown driver. During the investigation, police took assistance of modern techniques, including analysis of CCTV footage from various locations across the Tral area. Through meticulous examination, the team successfully zeroed in on a suspected vehicle and after hectic efforts, the accused driver was identified and arrested.

He has been identified as Mukhtar Ahmad Mir son of Habibullah Mir resident of Amlar Nowpora A/P Naibugh Tral. The vehicle (Alto 800) bearing registration number JK13G-6873 involved in the accident has also been seized. J&K reiterate their commitment to take stern action against individuals involved in criminal and unlawful activities to ensure the safety and security of the community.

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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.

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