RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today inaugurated the 3rd Season of the Banihal Cricket Cup 2026 at   Banihal, marking the commencement of one of the region’s most anticipated cricket tournaments amid great enthusiasm among youth and sports lovers.

The inaugural ceremony was attended by ADC Ramban Varunjeet Singh Charak, SDM Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajran, SDM Ramsoo Syed Mazahir Hussain Shah and prominent personalities besides a large gathering of spectators and sports enthusiasts.

The DC appreciated the efforts of the organizing committee comprising Farooq Ahmed, Danish, Bilal, Munazar and Rafiq for organizing the mega sporting event. He emphasized the importance of sports in channelizing the energy of youth towards positive activities and promoting discipline, teamwork and healthy competition.

A total of 32 teams from different areas are participating in the tournament, reflecting the immense cricketing talent and sporting spirit of the region. The tournament is being organized as a part of the “Nasha Mukht Abhiyan” with the objective of spreading awareness against drug abuse and encouraging youth participation in constructive activities.

The inaugural match of the tournament was played between RCB Banihal and Khan Brothers Halimadan, setting the stage for an exciting series of matches in the days ahead. 

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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.

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