BARAMULLA: Baramulla Police, in a joint counter-terror operation, busted a terrorist hideout and recovered a significant cache of explosives in the Nilsar Kandi area of Chandoosa, Baramulla on 23 May 2026.

Acting on a specific intelligence generated by J&K Police, an operation was launched by police with 52 RR, CRPF 53 Bn and SSB 2 Bn. During the operation, security forces successfully unearthed a concealed hideout and recovered a substantial quantity of war-like stores including: 14 Soviet-made OG-7V fragmentation rounds meant for RPGs, recovered in plastic packaging, 09 PG-7P propellant charges/ boosters contained in green plastic tubes.

The recovery has thwarted a potential threat and represents a significant achievement in North Kashmir’s ongoing anti-terror operations. The operation in the area continued for nearly six hours to ensure complete sanitization and eliminate any potential threat.

Subsequently, the recovered explosive materials was thoroughly examined by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) of J&K Police and was safely destroyed in-situ in accordance with established safety protocols. In this regard, FIR nr 23/2026 under 4/5 Explosive Substances Act and 7/25 Arms Act has been registered at Police Station Chandoosa and investigation has been initiated.

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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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