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

BUDGAM: Police in Budgam have successfully solved a theft case, leading to the arrest of accused persons involved in commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.

On 20/03/2025, Police Post Soibugh received a complaint from Ghulam Mohammad Rather, a resident of Wadwan, reporting the theft of paddy from his granary during the night of March 19-20.  A case vide FIR No. 59/2025, U/S 305 BNS was registered at Police Station Budgam and investigation was launched.

During the course of investigation, several suspects were questioned. During questioning, Umar Farooq Dar, a resident of Wadwan, confessed to the crime. He admitted to stealing the paddy and selling it to Toha Yousuf Dar of Gotapora Soibugh. The police recovered approximately 03 quintals of stolen paddy from their possession. Both were arrested in the instant case.

The public has appreciated the J&K Police’s efforts in swiftly solving the case. J&K Police urge citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help maintain law and order in the district.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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