KISHTWAR: The   District Youth Services & Sports department (DYSS) today hosted the Inter-Zonal District Level Cricket Tournament for Under-14 and Under-17 boys and girls here on the iconic Chowgan Grounds. The tournament brought together talented youth from five zones—Drabshalla, Kishtwar, Nagseni, Paddar and Inderwal—who competed with exceptional enthusiasm, teamwork and competitive zeal.

The event served as a platform to encourage healthy competition, identify emerging talent, and promote sports at the grassroots level across the district. District Youth Services & Sports Officer (DYSSO) Jaffer Haider Sheikh interacted with the young players, offering motivational words and   advice on discipline, consistency and the core values of sportsmanship. His presence significantly uplifted the morale of the participants.

The tournament was closely supervised by ZEPOs from Kishtwar and Nagseni zones along with the other officials from the Youth Services & Sports Department. Matches were conducted in accordance with guidelines and safety protocols, ensuring a secure and inclusive sporting environment.

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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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