• Baramulla Handball team defeats Bandipora in high octane final, lifts championship trophy

BARAMULLA: The ongoing Inter-District Provincial Level Handball Competition continues to set new benchmarks, showcasing the exceptional talent and sportsmanship of the youth from various schools and colleges across all 10 districts of the Kashmir division. The prestigious event held at the Indoor Stadium Baramulla is drawing enthusiastic participation and becoming a significant highlight in the region's sports calendar.

Today, boys in the under-17 category from different districts competed fiercely for the championship. Throughout the event, remarkable performances were showcased as each district fielded its best teams, all competing for the top honors. The intense matches not only thrilled the spectators but also highlighted the impressive handball skills of the region's youth.

The event was attended by District Information Officer Baramulla, Iftakhar Ahmad, accompanied by Chief Executive Officer Municipal Committee Baramulla, Naveed Ajaz Khan, and District Youth and Sports Officer, Nazir Ahmad Bhat, who handed over the championship trophy to the winning Baramulla Handball team, who defeated Bandipora in a very high octane final match.

Speaking during the event, DIO congratulated the winning team and emphasised the importance of such competitions in shaping the future of sports in the region.

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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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