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

BARAMULLA: In its continued drive against illegal mining and unauthorized extraction of minerals, J&K Police alongwith the officials of the Geology and Mining Department conducted enforcement actions at different locations in the district Baramulla.

J&K Police in Baramulla seized one JCB and a tipper bearing registration number JK01AJ-5036 for illegally extracting and ferrying soil from the Authoora area of Kreeri. The action was taken by Police Station Kreeri during routine checking and patrolling in the area. Upon inspection, the vehicles were found involved in unauthorized extraction and transportation of soil, in violation of the relevant provisions of law. Accordingly, the vehicles have been seized and necessary legal action has been initiated under the provisions of the MMDR Act and the Motor Vehicles Act.

J&K Police in coordination with the officials of the Geology and Mining Department conducted enforcement actions at different locations in the district. During checking at Fresthar Nala, a tractor bearing Engine No. NKA2UDE0118 was seized while engaged in illegal extraction of minerals. The vehicle was being driven by Sajad Ahmad Ganie son of Gh. Rasool Ganie resident of Fresthar. In another action at Dargam, a tractor bearing Registration No. JK22C-5220, driven by Tanveer Ahmad Bhat son of Mohammad Akbar Bhat resident of Wanigam Bala, was seized for transporting illegally extracted minerals. In both instances, necessary action has been initiated under the provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMDR Act).

J&K Police reiterate its firm commitment to curb illegal mining activities and appeals to the general public to cooperate with the police and report any such unlawful activities in their respective areas.

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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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