JAMMU: Action continued in the 1st Jambu Lochan T20 Cricket Tournament being organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Masters Games Association at Maulana Azad Stadium, with Apex Cricket Club and Rehari Kings XI registering emphatic victories in their respective matches.

In the first match, Tigers 11 won the toss and chose to bat but were bowled out for 100 runs in 16.1 overs. Apex Cricket Club bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to restrict the opposition to a low total.

In response, Apex Cricket Club chased down the target of 101 runs in just 9.2 overs, losing only three wickets. Eshan Thakur played a splendid innings of 60 runs off 30 balls, hitting 10 fours and one six. Apex Cricket Club secured a comfortable 7-wicket win. Eshan Thakur was declared Man of the Match, and the award was presented by Ashok Kumar, Executive Member of JKMGA.

In another match, Rehari Kings XI faced Rajouri Titans. After winning the toss, Rehari Kings XI elected to bat first and posted a strong total of 183 runs for the loss of three wickets in 20 overs. Jatin was the standout performer, scoring a brilliant 106 runs off 57 balls, including 14 fours and two sixes.

Chasing the target, Rajouri Titans were bowled out for 105 runs in 15.5 overs, falling short by a big margin. Jatin also made an impact with the ball, taking three wickets and completing a remarkable all-round performance. Rehari Kings XI won the match by 78 runs.

Jatin was named Man of the Match, and the award was presented by Neete Kour, General Secretary of the JKMGA, along with Geetanjli Agarwal. The tournament continues to showcase exciting cricket and outstanding individual performances.

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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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