SRINAGAR: In a significant operation, Police in Anantnag have dismantled a major interstate drug trafficking network by arresting 03 individuals involved in the illicit trade. Acting on credible input about a consignment of narcotic drugs being transported from Delhi to Srinagar. Police in Anantnag established multiple checkpoints along the route. During checking, a vehicle (Toyota car) was intercepted at Doonipora Bijbehra, with 03 persons onboard.

They have been identified as Monty Singh resident of Bulandshahar, UP, Ashish Bardawaj and Rahul both residents of Chhatarpur, New Delhi. During search, Police recovered 413 bottles of Codeine Phosphate (NRX), branded as Codril-T, concealed in the car’s door panels. All the three accused persons have been arrested and shifted to Police Station Bijbehara where they remain in custody.

Further investigation revealed that the consignment was reportedly intended for delivery in Sopore and Srinagar. Acting swiftly, multiple raids were conducted, resulting in the detention of a local smuggler from Sopore for questioning. Cooperation with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in New Delhi led to a raid at a warehouse in Noida’s Sector 135, where a substantial quantity of Codeine was recovered.

The key individuals behind the racket identified as Sachin Rana and Arun Rana both residents of Faridabad have been identified, and efforts to apprehend them are ongoing. This operation has uncovered both the forward and backward linkages of the interstate drug network, with further arrests expected as the investigation continues.

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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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