BARAMULLA: In a significant action against drug trafficking and illegal narcotics trade under the ongoing anti-drug campaign, Police in Baramulla have attached a residential property belonging to notorious drug peddler Zahid Ahmad Mir son of Ghulam Hassan Mir resident of Checkthan Chanpora, Tangmarg under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act. The attached property is valued at approximately ₹30 lakh.

The action was taken following investigation and enquiry conducted in connection with multiple NDPS cases registered against the accused, including FIR No. 37/2017 U/S 8/20 NDPS Act, FIR No. 34/2025 U/S 8/21-29 NDPS Act and FIR No. 07/2026 U/S 8/21-29 NDPS Act of Police Station Tangmarg.

During the course of investigation, the property was found prima facie disproportionate to the known lawful sources of income of the accused and is suspected to have been acquired through proceeds generated from illicit narcotic activities.

The attachment proceedings were initiated after detailed examination of revenue records, income details, statements of local witnesses and bank transaction records, which prima facie indicated financial transactions disproportionate to the declared income of the accused. Accordingly, the property has been attached/frozen under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act.

J&K Police remains committed towards its zero-tolerance policy against drug menace and will continue taking stringent action against individuals involved in narcotics trafficking to ensure a drug-free society.

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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.

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