SAMBA: The District administration Samba today busted a LPG black-marketing racket by recovering a huge hoard of domestic and commercial cylinders from Chang Manga. On the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan, a team comprising officers from the FCS&CA Department, Revenue Department, Legal Metrology Department and Police conducted a raid of a residential building after receiving specific inputs. The residential building was searched and a number of domestic and commercial Cylinders were recovered. The possession and storage of huge numbers raised serious concerns regarding possible misuse and violation of prescribed norms.

Taking cognizance of the matter, the team initiated legal action against the individual held on the spot. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the involvement of the Gas agency operating in the area. The District Administration Samba reiterated its firm commitment to ensure transparency, fair pricing and uninterrupted supply of essential commodities to the public. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that no violator shall be spared and stringent action will be taken against anyone found involved in black marketing, hoarding, or overcharging.

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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