ANANTNAG: Youth Services and Sports Department’s district level football tournament witnessed intense and exhilarating matches, showcasing remarkable talent and sportsmanship among the participating teams in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

In a gripping match, HSS Brakpora faced off against HSS Mattan. The game saw exceptional performances from both sides, with Tahseen from HSS Brakpora and Adnan Reyaz from HSS Mattan each netting a goal. The evenly matched teams held the score at 1-1 until the end of regulation time, leading to a penalty shootout. In the high-stakes shootout, HSS Brakpora displayed nerves of steel and clinched the victory with a 5-4 win, advancing to the next round.

Another exciting match featured HSS Vessu taking on HSS Dailgam. Kifayat Manzoor of HSS Dailgam delivered a stellar performance, scoring two goals for his team and drove them to a commanding 3-0 victory over HSS Vessu. This dominant win highlighted the strength and coordination of the HSS Dailgam team, securing their spot in the tournament's next phase.

In another competitive encounter, SRJ Khanabal went head-to-head with HSS Hakura. The match saw SRJ Khanabal emerge victorious with a 2-0 scoreline, thanks to the impressive goals scored by Danish and Faizan. Their teamwork and strategy were evident throughout the game, earning them a well-deserved win.

The first semifinal match was a one-sided battle between SRJ Khanabal and HSS Arwani. SRJ Khanabal showcased their prowess on the field, defeating HSS Arwani with a decisive 3-0 victory. The goals came from Faizan, Ikhlas, and Majid, each contributing to their team's winning performance and securing their place in the tournament final.

The inter-school football tournament continues to be a platform for young athletes to display their talent, determination, and sportsmanship, promising more exciting matches in the days to come.

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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.

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