SRINAGAR: Police in Budgam have solved a theft case within hours by arresting a person involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen cash from his possession. On 29/12/2024, Police Post Mouchewa received a written complaint from a person namely Mohammad Ashraf Naik son of Ghulam Mohammad Naik resident of Mahu Banihal working as Imam of Jamia Masjid Gopalpora Chadoora, stating therein that some unknown thief/thieves have stolen cash from his room when he was leading Fajr prayers at mosque. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No.180/2024 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Chadoora and investigation was taken up.

During the course of investigation, a team headed by I/C PP Mochewa, Muhammad Adil Tak under the supervision of SDPO Charar-i-Sharief  Shri Owais Ahmad Wani, acted promptly by using intelligence inputs to apprehend the suspects involved in the commission of crime. Some suspects were zeroed in for questioning and one among them identified as Umar Farooq Shah son of Farooq Ahmad Shah resident of Zoolwah Gopalpora admitted his involvement in the commission of crime. The accused has been arrested and, on his disclosure, the stolen cash amounting to ₹22,220/- was recovered from his possession. The residents of the area especially the Masjid Committee of the said village appreciated the action of J&K Police and lauded the efforts for cracking/solving the case.

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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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