ANANTNAG: District Kulgam emerged as the champion of the UT Level Inter District U-19 Cricket Tournament, organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), J&K, and hosted by DYSSO Anantnag at multiple venues in the Bijbehara area of Anantnag district.

In a thrilling final match played today at BMHSS Ground, Bijbehara, Kulgam defeated Kupwara by just one wicket to clinch the coveted title. Kupwara, after winning the toss, set a challenging total of 149 runs on the board. In response, Kulgam chased down the target on the last ball of the match, with one wicket remaining.

At the post match presentation ceremony, MLA Bijbehara, Syed Bashir Ahmad Veeri was the chief guest, accompanied by Principal BMHSS Bijbehara Mohammad Iqbal Ganie, DYSSO Anantnag Raja Yaqoob, and other officials of the YSS Department.

The MLA distributed trophies and medals among the winning and runner-up teams. Meanwhile, Kamran Riyaz from Pulwama was adjudged Man of the Tournament for his outstanding performance, scoring 187 runs and taking 5 wickets throughout the competition. The tournament witnessed participation from around 350 young cricketers representing 17 districts from both Jammu and Kashmir divisions, showcasing exceptional talent, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship.

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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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