• Final Match Held at M.A. Stadium, Jammu witnesses enthusiastic participation

JAMMU: The week-long Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Tournament, held under the powerful theme “Say No to Drugs,” concluded yesterday night with Preet Nagar Cricket Club emerging victorious in a thrilling final against Trikuta Cricket Club at the iconic M.A. Stadium in Jammu.

The event was graced by Minister for Sports, Mr. Satish Sharma, who attended as the Chief Guest and formally declared the final match open. Prior to the commencement of the game, a two-minute silence was observed in memory of those who have lost their lives of the 22nd April, 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam.

The grand finale drew an enthusiastic crowd and was attended by Guest of honors, including Sajjad Shaheen (MLA Banihal), Er. Khurshid (MLA), Satwant Kour Dogra, Provincial President of the Women’s Wing of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone.

It is noteworthy that the tournament was inaugurated by Dr. Farooq Abdullah, President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and former Chief Minister of J&K. With a mission to promote positive youth engagement and raise awareness against substance abuse, the tournament served as a strong social message delivered through the passion of sports.

Preet Nagar Cricket Club showcased exemplary performance and sportsmanship throughout the tournament, ultimately lifting the championship trophy amid loud cheers and celebration. Mr. Tejinder Pal Singh Aman, Provincial President of the J&K Youth National Conference and Chief Organizer of the Tournament, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all the participating teams, supporters, and local administration. “This tournament has proven that sports can be a powerful tool to unite, educate, and empower. Congratulations to Preet Nagar Cricket Club on their well-deserved win,” he said.

The Guest of honors including Sajjad Shaheen (MLA Banihal), Er. Khurshid (MLA), Satwant Kour Dogra, Provincial President of the Women’s Wing of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President Central Zone,  distributes Trophy Winning Team Preet Nagar Cricket Club, Runner up Team Trikuta Cricket Club, Man of the Match, Man of the series, Best batsman, Best bollower, Umpires, Scores, Ground manager, whole YNC organizer team and special guests.

The organizers also extended special thanks to the community for their overwhelming support and reiterated their commitment to hosting more such events aimed at youth upliftment and social awareness.

Among those who were present on this occasion:  Pardeep Bali, Ayub Malik Provincial Secretaries Jammu, Ashwani Charak Block President Jammu East, Dr. Vishal Parihar Vice President Jammu Province YNC, Shahan Kichloo Senior Media Analyst, Sahil Kerni District President Jammu Urban YNC, Zamir Quershi, Som Raj Taroch Joint Secretary Central Zone,Majid Iqbal Naik, Kousar Malik, Amit Sharma, Sahil Chib, Gorav Bhagat, Attal Singh, Gursharan Singh, Viraj Mahanoori, Naresh Kumar, Sachin Bhatti, Navjot Singh  and others.  

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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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