ANANTNAG: Continuing its sustained efforts against the menace of drug trafficking, J&K Police achieved a significant success in Bijbehara by registering two separate NDPS cases and recovering a substantial quantity of contraband substance.

During routine naka checking at Rakh Nowbug, a police party from Police Station Bijbehara apprehended one drug peddler identified as Umar Rasheed Ganie son of Abdul Rasheed Ganie resident of Nowbug Bijbehara. During his search, 295 grams of charas powder-like substance was recovered from his possession.

In another operation, acting on a specific tip-off, a police party from Police Post Sangam conducted a search at the residence of Bashir Ahmad Dar son of Amma Dar resident of Natipora. During the search, approximately 2.970 kilograms of charas powder-like contraband substance was recovered from the residential premises. 

Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Bijbehara and further investigation have been initiated. J&K Police remains committed to eradicating the drug menace and urges the public to cooperate by sharing information regarding drug-related activities in their areas.

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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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