BUDGAM: In a significant breakthrough, Police in Budgam have solved a theft case registered at Police Station Chadoora and recovered stolen copper utensils, while apprehending the accused persons involved in the commission of the offence.

During the course of investigation of FIR No. 32/2026 under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station Chadoora, multiple raids were conducted at various locations, including shops, to trace and recover the stolen property.

Acting on specific human intelligence, a police team of Police Station Chadoora conducted a search operation at Main Chowk Wathoora, which led to the recovery of stolen copper utensils worth approximately ₹40,000 from a shop.

During the investigation, the shopkeeper, identified as Abdul Rehman Bhat, resident of Hanjigund, was apprehended and taken into custody. Upon sustained questioning, he disclosed that the stolen property had been sold to him by a juvenile on the pretext of financial distress.

Further investigation led to the identification of two more juveniles involved in the commission of the crime. Both the juveniles in conflict with law have admitted their involvement in the theft, which occurred during the intervening night of 26/27 February 2026. All accused have been taken into custody, and relevant legal provisions have been invoked. Further investigation of the case is underway.

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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