SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep grief over the tragic road accident near Nagrota in Jammu district, in which three persons from Haryana lost their lives and two others sustained injuries. In a message of condolence, the Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls. He also wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the accident.

The Chief Minister directed the concerned authorities to ensure the best possible medical treatment and care for the injured persons. The accident occurred during the intervening night of June 13 and 14 near the Jagti-Karli area of Nagrota on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, when a car collided with a passenger bus. Three residents of Haryana were killed in the mishap, while two others sustained injuries. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah prayed for strength and courage to the bereaved families to bear this irreparable loss.

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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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