SRINAGAR: Continuing its relentless drive against drug trafficking under the ongoing 100 Days Campaign of Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Police in Srinagar has attached immovable property worth approximately ₹1.20 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler.

Police Station Nowhatta, acting under the provisions of Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, attached the immovable property of an accused involved in FIR No. 61/2019 under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act. The attached property includes a fully renovated three-storey residential house, a separate single-storey concrete kitchen block with three washrooms and land measuring 09 marlas.

The property belongs to Nisar Ahmad Sheikh son of Habibullah Sheikh resident of Kani Dewar, Sheikh Mohallah, Hawal Srinagar. Investigation has revealed that the said property was acquired through proceeds of illicit drug trafficking. Accordingly, the property has been identified and attached as illegally acquired assets under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act.

This action reflects the firm commitment of J&K Police to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and to curb the menace of narcotics in the society. Police reiterates its resolve to continue strict action against individuals involved in drug peddling and appeals to the general public to support the ongoing campaign by sharing any information related to drug abuse and trafficking.

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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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