SOPORE: Acting on credible information, Police in Sopore busted a gambling activity being conducted at a public place near Government Middle School, Janwara, Sopore, and apprehended four persons involved in illegal gambling.

A police team from Police Post Warpora promptly raided the spot and apprehended the accused identified as Ashiq Hussain Mir son of Ghulam Rasool Mir, Aijaz Ahmad Mir son of Wali Mohammad, Bashir Ahmad Chopan son of Mohammad Sadiq Chopan and Mohammad Altaf Mir son of Ghulam Mohammad Mir, all residents of Janwara, Sopore.

During the raid, stake money along with playing cards was recovered and seized from the spot. Accordingly, FIR No. 183/2026 has been registered at Police Station Sopore, and further investigation has been taken up.

J&K Police reiterates its commitment to maintaining public order and taking firm action against gambling and other anti-social activities. Strict legal action shall continue against all those found involved.

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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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