ANANTNAG:  On specific inputs regarding unethical practices/sale of drugs prone to addiction by Noor Pharmacy Khrewan Anantnag, a team of Drug Control Officers and police post Mirbazar conducted a surprise raid at the firm.

During the raid, the said firm was found to have stocked and sold huge quantities of medicines prone to addiction, besides it also failed to produce any sale record and subsequently operation of the said firm was disallowed till further orders.

Team also inspected more than 8 firms in the area and operation of other 3 firms namely Salman medical store, Healthzone medical store and Manzoor pharmacy Furrah  has also been disallowed for failing to adopt  computerized billing system despite directions and circulars issued by Drug Control department Anantnag and District Administration Anantnag.

The chemists in the area were sensitized to maintain the purchase and sale records of all the medicines digitally and as per the provisions of Drugs and Cosmetics Act .They were also directed to resist  dispensing of  any scheduled medicines without the prescription of Registered medical practitioner, failure may invite strict action including cancellation of their licenses.

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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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