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AWANTIPORA & ANANTNAG: In continuation of its sustained efforts to promote cyber safety, digital literacy, and responsible online behaviour among youth, J&K Police conducted a series of Cyber Awareness Programmes at various educational institutions in Police District Awantipora and Anantnag.

The awareness sessions were organized at Higher Secondary School Satura, Alchemy Public School Tral, Government Higher Secondary School Gulzarpora, Evergreen High School Chersoo, and Government Degree College Larnoo. The programmes witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, teaching staff, and faculty members.

During the sessions, police officers sensitized participants about the evolving cyber threat landscape and various forms of cybercrime, including online financial frauds, phishing attacks, identity theft, social media scams, cyberbullying, and other cyber-enabled offences. The speakers highlighted the modus operandi commonly employed by cybercriminals and emphasized the importance of adopting preventive measures to safeguard personal and financial information in the digital space.

Participants were advised to practice cyber hygiene by using strong and unique passwords, enabling security features on digital accounts, exercising caution while sharing personal information online, and promptly reporting suspicious online activities. Practical demonstrations and interactive discussions were conducted to enhance awareness regarding safe internet usage and digital responsibility.

The programmes received an encouraging response from the participants, who actively engaged in discussions and sought guidance on various cyber security concerns. Faculty members and students appreciated the initiative and underscored the importance of such awareness campaigns in equipping young internet users with the knowledge required to navigate the digital ecosystem safely.

J&K Police reiterated its commitment to strengthening cyber resilience within the community through sustained outreach initiatives, awareness campaigns, and educational programmes aimed at fostering a secure and informed digital environment across the region.

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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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