In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: The 69th National School Games-2025, inaugurated with great fervour by Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah at the TRC Stadium on Monday, witnessed an exciting 2nd day of football matches across various venues in Srinagar on Tuesday.

The football fixtures today delivered a mix of high-scoring victories and closely fought contests. At the TRC Synthetic Turf, Manipur secured a decisive 4-1 victory over Gujarat, with goals contributed by David, L. Seitam, Puni, and Borish. In a stunning display of offensive power at the Polo Ground, Madhya Pradesh registered an emphatic 10-0 win against Andhra Pradesh.

Other matches saw competitive spirit across the city. IBSSO emerged victorious against Telangana with a 2-1 scoreline at the Green Valley Football Field, while Punjab secured a 2-0 win in their match held at the Kashmir University Field.

The day was also marked by two intensely competitive matches that ended in draws. The encounter between Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra at the Polo Ground concluded with a 1-1 scoreline, with both teams being awarded one point each. In an electrifying fixture, the teams from Jammu & Kashmir and Haryana battled to a tie, with each team also earning a point.

Concluding the day's action at the TRC Synthetic Turf, CISCE delivered a powerful performance, defeating Puducherry 7-1. The win was spearheaded by a remarkable offensive duo, with Sayan and Jeevanth each scoring a hat-trick of three goals.

The organization of the sports extravaganza by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports has been commendable, ensuring a smooth and spirited start to this prestigious national sporting event. The matches will continue over the coming days.

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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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