SRINAGAR: Kashmir beams with pride as Kabra Altaf achieves the prestigious Ni Dan (Second-Degree Black Belt) in Judo, marking a historic milestone in her remarkable sporting journey.

Kabra has already etched her name in history as the first SAI-accredited female Judo coach from Kashmir and the first female gold medalist in Judo from the Valley. With numerous national medals and awards to her credit, participation as an India camper, and training at some of the country’s most prestigious institutes, she has established herself as one of the most accomplished and respected judokas from the region.

Her excellence has been recognized with the State Award in Judo, making her the first judoka from Kashmir judo to receive this honor. She continues to raise the bar by pursuing Level Coaching Certification from the International Judo Federation (IJF), further strengthening her role as both an athlete and a coach of global standards.

She secured this latest achievement by successfully clearing her Ni Dan examinations in New Delhi, organized by the Judo Federation of India. This landmark accomplishment adds yet another feather to her illustrious career and stands as a shining inspiration for young athletes, especially women, to dream big and achieve excellence in martial arts.

At the occasion of her success, Kabra Altaf expressed heartfelt gratitude to all her well wishers, the Jammu & Kashmir Judo Association  and to Alpha Aesthetics Gym & Spa for their continuous support

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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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