ANANTNAG: Continuing its crackdown on illegal mining and transportation of minor minerals, Anantnag Police seized two tractors carrying illegally extracted mining material in the Cheerpora area of Police Station Uttersoo.

During patrolling, a police party of PS Uttersoo intercepted two tractors bearing registration numbers JK13E-4993 and JK03N-2734, being driven by Adil Ahmad Wagay, son of Bashir Ahmad Wagay, resident of Krad, and Rahil Khursheed Wani, son of Khursheed Ahmad Wani, resident of Cheerpora, respectively.

Both tractors were found carrying illegally extracted boulders/mining material. The vehicles along with the illegally transported material were seized on the spot. In this regard, FIR No. 82/2026 under Sections 305(e) BNS and 3 PPD Act has been registered at Police Station Uttersoo, and further investigation has been initiated.

Police reiterates its commitment to curb illegal mining and transportation of minor minerals and will continue strict enforcement against violations causing damage to public resources and the environment.

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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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