AWANTIPORA: In continuation of its ongoing drive against illegal mining, Police in Awantipora have seized five vehicles and arrested five persons for illegal extraction and transportation of minerals.

A Police party of Police Post Toll Plaza under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora, seized five vehicles (tippers) bearing  registration numbers JK04E-4050, JK03H-0528, JK05G-4579, JK22A-8351 and JK13F 4792 and arrested their drivers identified as Zubair Ahmad Wani son of Mohd Ibrahim Wani resident of  Pahroo Budgam, Mohd Aasif Khan son of Gh Hussain Khan resident of Boniyar Baramulla, Manzoor Ahmad Ganai son of Assadulah Ganie resident of Pahroo Budgam, Irfan Ahmad Dar son of Gh Qadir Dar resident of Pahroo Budgam and Shakeel Ahmad Khan son of Ab Aziz Khan resident of Boniyar Baramulla.

Accordingly, a case FIR No. 163/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Awantipora and investigation has been initiated.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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