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ANANTNAG: As part of the ongoing Civic Action Programme (CAP), IRP 10th Battalion organised Kho-Kho Tournament  at Govt. High School Kheribal Mattan here. A total of eight teams comprising boys category and girls category from 07 schools namely GHS Kheribal, GHS Seer, HS Akad, HS Gopalpora, HS Salia, HSS Seer, and HS Fohar of Zone Mattan Anantnag participated in the tournament.

In the boys’ category, Govt. High School Gopalpora emerged winner and was awarded  cash prize of ₹5,000 along with a trophy, while as runner-up team was awarded with cash prize of  ₹3,000 and a trophy. Similarly, in the girls’ category, Govt. High School Kheribal secured the first position and won cash prize of ₹5,000 and trophy, while the runner up team Govt. High School Akad was awarded cash prize of ₹3,000 and a trophy.

In addition, medals and participation certificate were distributed to all participants. Addressing the students on the occasion, Commandant IRP 10th Battalion, Rajinder Katoch highlighted that the event is part of the ongoing efforts of J&K Police to strengthen the Police-public relations. He  urged the youth to refrain from drug abuse, harmful practices, and focus on education and building their bright future.

Yesterday, the IRP 10th Battalion in collaboration with DYSSO Anantnag also held Final of Volley Ball Tournament under Civic Action Programme of J&K Police at Sports Ground Tik Bagh Mattan here. Total eight teams had participated in the tournament namely GHSS Mattan, GHSS Wanpoh, GHSS Dethu, GHSS Chittergul, GHSS Y.K. Pora, GHSS Vesssu, GHSS Dialgam and GHSS Brakpora of district Anantnag.

The Final Match was played between GHSS Wanpoh and GHSS Mattan at Sports Ground Tik Bagh in which GHSS Wanpoh secured victory with an impressive 3:1 win. DDC Chairman Anantnag, Choudhary Mohd Yousuf  was chief guest on the occasion. Commandant IRP-10th Bn, Rajinder Katoch;  Dy. CO IRP-10th Bn, Fahad Tak; DYCO IRP-10th Bn, Imtiyaz Ahmad; ZPEO Mattan, SHO Mattan, president Auqaf Committees Mattan/Akoura and other respectable members of the society also witnessed the  tournament.

The winning team was awarded with cash prize of Rs. 15000 while as runner up team was awarded Rs. 7000, besides trophies were presented to both teams. Sports kits, uniform kits, track suits, t shirts, appreciation certificates, participation certificates and medals were also distributed among   players of all participating teams The sports events are being held with an aim  to encourage students to actively participate in sports, promote healthy lifestyles, and stay away from drugs and other anti-social activities.

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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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