JAMMU: Satish Sharma, Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, today conveyed best wishes to the senior football team for their forthcoming matches in Santosh Trophy. Satish Sharma, in his message, expressed hope that the J&K team would exhibit exceptional performance and make it to the final round this year. He stated that football is one of the most popular sports in J&K and all efforts would be made to encourage and promote this game to the greater heights.

“Aimed at to prepare talented players for the national and international competitions, coaching camps, training sessions and competitive matches will be held in every district throughout the year”, he added. Pertinently, J&K has been placed in Group-A alongside Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, and Punjab and will play its first match on November 20th against Punjab. The squad comprises of 22 players and 4 technical staff members, all geared up to represent J&K in this esteemed national tournament.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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