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

ANANTNAG: During routine inspections of hotels and guest accommodations in the Rafting Point general area, a police party from Police Station Pahalgam conducted checks to ensure compliance with legal and security regulations.

During the inspection, it was found that Hotel Golden Heritage, Rafting Point, Yenner, had accommodated two foreign nationals of Thailand. The hotel management deliberately concealed their stay and failed to submit the mandatory Form C online, which is required for reporting and registration of foreign nationals.

This act constitutes a clear violation of the provisions of The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, which mandates strict reporting of foreign guests by hotel and accommodation establishments. Such lapses pose a serious concern for public safety and security.

Accordingly, FIR No. 79/2025 under Sections 8 and 23(b) of The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, has been registered against the hotel management at Police Station Pahalgam. Further investigation in the matter is underway.

Police reiterates its commitment to ensuring strict compliance with all legal and security norms and urges all hotel owners and accommodation providers to adhere to the prescribed procedures without fail.

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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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