SRINAGAR: : Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested four drug peddlers in Baramulla and recovered contraband substance from their possession.

A Police party of Police Station Kreeri headed by SHO Police Station Kreeri at a checkpoint established at Vizer Crossing, intercepted a bike (two-wheeler) bearing registration number JK16-1407 ridden by 02 persons. They have been identified as Tanveer Ahmad Dar son of Khazir Mohd Dar and Musaib Ahmad Dar son of Manzoor Ahmad both residents of Hadipora Baramulla. During search 1.47Kgs of contraband dried cannabis and cash amount of Rs 1K was recovered from their possession. Both the accused persons have been arrested and shifted to police station where they remain in custody. Bike used in the commission of crime has also been seized.

Similarly, a police party of Police Station Kreeri headed by SHO Police Station Kreeri at a checkpoint established at Check Tapper, intercepted a person identified as Abdul Rashid Khan son of Mohd Khan resident of Kreeri. During search, 3Kgs of contraband poppy straw like substances was recovered from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to Police Station Baramulla where he remains in custody.

Moreover, a police party of Police Post Mirgund headed by Incharge Police Post Mirgund at a checkpoint established at Chenabal near Jheel, intercepted a person identified as Abid Hussain Sofi son of Ghulam Hussain resident of Yakhmanpora Pattan. During search 1.88 Kgs of contraband Charas like substances was recovered from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to Police Station Baramulla where he remains in custody.

Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respectively Police Stations and investigation has been initiated. We urge the common masses that if you witness drug peddling or any other crime anywhere near you, feel free to contact nearest police establishment or dial 112. People are requested to cooperate with police in curbing the menace of drugs from the society. We reassure the community members that police will act tough against the criminals as per law.

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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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