KATHUA: The ongoing Kathua Football League 2026, organised by the District Administration Kathua under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, witnessed two action-packed semifinal encounters today at the Sports Ground, GDC Kathua, with Kick Off Seniors and Hiranagar Football Club securing their places in the much-awaited final.

In the first semifinal, Kick Off Seniors registered a commanding 8-1 victory over Sunday Football Club. Jimmy and Gourav scored two goals each, while Rohit also netted a brace. Aman and Jatinder contributed one goal each to complete an emphatic win for Kick Off Seniors.

The second semifinal saw an impressive performance by Hiranagar Football Club, which defeated Flote Football Club 2-0 to book its place in the final. Aryan and Lalit contributed one goal each for Hiranagar FC to seal the victory.

With the semifinal results, Kick Off Seniors and Hiranagar Football Club have qualified for the final of Kathua Football League 2026, setting the stage for an exciting title clash. The final will be played tomorrow, bringing the youth-centric football tournament to its much-anticipated culmination.

The league, being organised as part of the District Administration Kathua’s Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, aims to provide young people with meaningful avenues for sports, fitness, teamwork and constructive engagement, while promoting the message of a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.

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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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