ANANTNAG: Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Police in Anantnag intensified its efforts to curb the drug menace across the district. During a series of operations, police teams apprehended seven peddlers and recovered large quantity of contraband substances from their possession.

A police party from Police Station Anantnag apprehended Sareer Ahmad Bhat son of Khazir Mohammad Bhat resident of Chirhama Mirbazar, at Nawvathoo Danter and recovered approximately 230 grams of charas powder-like substance from his possession. In another operation, police intercepted a Hyundai i10 bearing registration number JK05B-3181, driven by Mohd Altaf Bhat son of Abdul Majeed Bhat, resident of Mirdanter. Approximately 153 grams of charas powder-like substance was recovered during the search from his possession. Besides, vehicle used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

In separate operations at Wazirbagh and behind Police Station Anantnag, police apprehended Bittu Dantani son of Raju Dantani resident of Chapur Mehdi Kuwa, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, presently residing at Achabal Adda, Anantnag, and Ajay Kumar son of Kishan Kumar, resident of Verrugam Kadi, Gujarat. Approximately 17 grams and 22 grams of charas, respectively, were recovered from their possession.

Meanwhile, acting on reliable information, Police Post Sangam conducted a raid at the residential house of Bilal Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Wahab Bhat, resident of Baliyar Marhama, and recovered approximately 7.170 kilograms of ganja-like substance. Similarly, a naka party of Police Post Shairbagh apprehended Danish Manzoor Shaikh son of Manzoor Ahmad Shaikh, resident of Janglat Mandi, Anantnag, at High Ground and recovered approximately 205 grams of charas-like substance from his possession.

Moreover, a naka party of Police Station Mattan apprehended Javid Mukhtiyaar Pashoo son of Mukhtiyaar Ahmad Pashoo, resident of Gopalpora, Mattan, and recovered approximately 52.6 grams of charas-like substance from his possession.

In a separate action, a police party of Police Post DK Pora apprehended Bashir Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Abdullah Bhat, resident of Brinty, and recovered approximately 15 grams of charas from his possession. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and further investigation have been initiated.

Police reiterates its firm commitment to eradicating the drug menace and appeals to the general public to cooperate with police by sharing credible information regarding drug trafficking and peddling. Public participation remains vital in the collective effort to build a drug-free society.

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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.

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