RAMBAN: In a determined effort to ensure strict compliance with drug control regulations and prevent the misuse of psychotropic substances, a joint team of the Drug Control Department and Police today conducted extensive inspections in Ramban town. The inspections focused on verifying adherence to legal provisions governing the sale and distribution of psychotropic and other habit-forming drugs by local chemists.

 The team meticulously scrutinized sales records, stock registers and expiry dates of medicines to ensure compliance. The Administration has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding public health and warned that stringent action will be taken against any violations. The Drug Control Officer Ramban has instructed all medical establishments to restrict the sale of psychotropic drugs strictly to legitimate needs, only against valid prescriptions and to maintain proper documentation as mandated by law.

Chemists were also directed to ensure all medicines are within expiry and records are up to date. The public has been assured that such inspections will be conducted regularly, with offenders facing strict legal consequences to uphold drug safety and ensure access to quality, safe and effective medicines in the district.

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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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