DODA: The Department of Youth Services and Sports successfully concluded the Inter-District Divisional Level Kabaddi U/17 Boys Tournament at the Indoor Sports Stadium Doda. The event witnessed remarkable enthusiasm and showcased the true spirit of talent, teamwork and sportsmanship.

The grand finale featured an intense and thrilling contest in which District Ramban emerged victorious, defeating District Doda by just two points. The narrow margin made the match highly engaging and kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

During the prize distribution ceremony, District Youth Services and Sports Officer Jaffer Haider Sheikh praised the athletes, coaches and officials for their dedication. He extended gratitude to the organizing committee, medical staff, control room, mess committee and other supporting teams for ensuring the smooth conduct of the tournament.

The concluding ceremony was attended by dignitaries including ZPEO Drabshalla, Subash Chander, Activity In-charge Javed Iqbal Sheikh and Games Fund In-charge Shahnawaz Ahmad Qazi. They joined in felicitating the winners and runners-up. The event highlighted the department’s commitment to nurturing young sporting talent across the Union Territory.

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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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