SRINAGAR: Cricket fever is back in the valley with the first edition of Chinar Premier League being organised as an initiative aimed at promoting peace, youth engagement and sporting excellence by Indian Army’s Chinar Corps in Baramulla district. It pays homage to the Late CDS GeneralBipinRawat.

The uniqueness of this year’s tournament is the Pan Kashmir participationwhich is unprecedented. Over 64 teams from all over Kashmir region will be vying for the coveted trophy this year.

The T-20 cricket championship being organised from 21 Jul to 22 Aug 2025 promises to be a fitting tribute to the former Chief of Defence Staff and aims to promote the values of discipline, teamwork and patriotism, which General BipinRawat exemplified throughout his illustrious career. The zeal and enthusiasm of the youth is overwhelming and the same is visible with the number of participating teams.

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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