GANDERBAL: The Inter-District UT Level Thang-Ta Championship for Boys Under-17 concluded today at the Indoor Sports Complex, Sehpora Ganderbal, with District Ganderbal emerging as the overall champion. The two-day event, which commenced yesterday, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of seven districts from across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The competition saw intense performances from the young athletes, with District Ganderbal maintaining a dominant position throughout the event. Their athletes secured an impressive haul of medals, claiming 4 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze, placing Ganderbal at the top of the leaderboard.

The closing ceremony was graced by senior officials from the Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), who applauded the participants for their skill, dedication, and sportsmanship. The officials also felicitated the medalists, acknowledging their exceptional achievements in this traditional martial art form.

Following the conclusion of the U17 category, attention now shifts to the Boys Under-19 competition, which is set to begin tomorrow at the same venue. The U19 athletes are expected to bring the same level of excitement and competitiveness to the championship.

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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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