UDHAMPUR: The 10th District Level Handball Championship kicked off today at Mini Stadium Udhampur. The event was organised by the Players Association Handball Udhampur in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Handball Association wherein Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, was the chief guest at the opening ceremony, while District Information Officer Rajinder Digra was the guest of honour.

The championship saw enthusiastic participation from 13 teams, including both men and women from across the district. The Deputy Commissioner commended the organisers for their efforts in promoting sports in the district and providing a platform to young players to showcase their talent. She highlighted the vital role of sports in instilling discipline, teamwork and promoting a healthy lifestyle among the youth.

The programme was attended by President HandBall Association Udhampur Vikram Slathia, General Secretary, Suresh Khajuria and representatives of various clubs. Later, the DC administered the Nasha Mukti pledge to the participants and attendees, emphasising the district administration's dedication to combating drug abuse. She urged the youth to avoid drugs and actively participate in sports and other positive activities to help build a brighter future for themselves and the community.

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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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