DODA: The Inter-District Divisional Level Kho-Kho Tournament for Under-14 Boys commenced today at the Sports Stadium Doda. The event marks the third and final phase of the Kho-Kho (All Age Groups) Boys series, preceded by the Under-17 and Under-19 categories earlier this month.

The tournament is being organized under the direction of the Director General Youth Services and Sports J&K Anuradha Gupta and under the guidance of the Joint Director YSS Jammu, Vinakshi Koul with active cooperation from the District Administration Doda and full support from the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council.

The event is being conducted under the overall supervision of the District Youth Services and Sports Officer (DYSSO) Jaffar Haider Sheikh. At the inaugural ceremony, the DYSSO extended a warm welcome to all participating contingents, team managers and officials. He congratulated the young athletes for earning the opportunity to represent their districts and encouraged them to uphold the values of discipline, dedication and determination.  

The opening day witnessed a vibrant display of youthful energy as teams took part in the ceremonial march past followed by the official declaration of the commencement of the tournament. In a thrilling opening match, Team Doda showcased impressive skill and teamwork defeating Team Ramban by one inning and five points setting an inspiring tone for the upcoming fixtures. The tournament promises to be a celebration of sportsmanship, talent and youthful zeal from across the Jammu Division.

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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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