PULWAMA, SHOPIAN: Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining activities, Police have intercepted and seized seven vehicles with illegally extracted mining minerals in Pulwama and Shopian.

During the operation, three tractors loaded with illegally extracted mining material were intercepted and seized. The accused persons have been identified as Bilal Ahmad Bhat son of Gh. Mohammad Bhat resident of Wahibugh, Mohd Yousnis Magray son of Farooq Ahmad Magray resident of Wahibugh and Waseem Raja son of Bashir Ahmad Magray resident of Wahibugh.

The vehicles along with the illegally extracted mining material have been taken into custody. In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 122/2026 under the relevant provisions of law has been registered at PS Pulwama and further investigation has been taken up.

In Shopian, during routine patrolling a police party from Police Post Berthipora intercepted and seized three Dumpers and one JCB involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals without mandatory permission. In this regard, FIR No. 67/2026 under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Keller and investigation has been set into motion.

J&K Police remains steadfast in its commitment to curb illegal mining and protect public resources. The general public is urged to cooperate with the police and report any information regarding such unlawful activities.

 

 

 

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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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