JAMMU: In a vibrant celebration of National Sports Day, the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YSS) J&K hosted an exclusive football mentoring session under the supervision of Director General Anuradha Gupta. Held at Khel Gaon, Nagrota here, the special event brought together over 100 budding footballers for an immersive learning experience with former Indian football star and ex-AIFF technical member Arun Malhotra.

Commemorating the birth anniversary of the legendary Major Dhyan Chand, the initiative was designed to bridge grassroots potential with high-level professional expertise. Deputy Director Planning Megha Boagia formally welcomed the guest of honour and participating athletes, emphasizing the department's continued focus on providing young sportspersons with elite guidance and world-class infrastructure.

During the interactive session, Malhotra drew from his extensive national and international career to school the young prospects in core fundamentals, including tactical awareness, agility, match discipline, and teamwork. His firsthand insights offered participants a rare glimpse into the rigorous demands of competitive sports, inspiring them to channel dedication and regular practice into athletic achievement.

The YSS Academies of Excellence are continually spearheading grassroots talent identification across J&K, steadily building a robust sporting ecosystem that empowers the region's youth to compete and excel on bigger stages.

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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