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Power demand defies forecasts, officials say consumption likely to surge further

India's electricity demand hit a record 252 GW on April 24. Soaring temperatures across the nation drove this surge. Air conditioner usage increa

Himalayan fish struggling to survive

Syed Talia Mushtaq, Tasaduq Hussain Shah Have you noticed how Himalayan rivers no longer behave the way they used to? The water runs barely or di

In biggest revamp, 4 new members join Niti Aayog under Ashok Lahiri

Naidu: Must unite to tackle structural gaps

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu advocated for women's reservation and growth-led welfare, emphasizing wealth generation through reforms and

High turnout points to change in Bengal and TN: Sitharaman

Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984

7 RS MPs who merged with BJP cant win even Panchayat elections *CM emphasizes role of cinema in boosting tourism in J&K Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr

Drug crisis fueled by neighbouring country to finance terrorism: LG

Time to confront challenge with full strength Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: I assure citizens that we will strike hard against drug net

Khatana slams Omar Abdullah Govt over hazardous road construction in Kishtwar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, Ghulam Ali Khatana has made a scathing attack on the Omar Abdullah-l

Keralas Pathanamthitta District Prepares for 16th National Census

Pathanamthitta, April 26: Preparations for Indias 16th National Census are nearing completion in Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. Training for di

Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah

Excelsior Correspondent BHADERWAH, Apr 25: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today chai

Attack on medicos wont be tolerated: Itoo

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Minister Sakeena Itoo today strongly defended healthcare workers, saying doctors were working under immense press

Sacred Buddha relics to arrive in Ladakh for first-ever exposition in India

Tsewang Rigzin LEH, Apr 25: Ladakh is set to witness a rare and deeply significant spiritual event as the sacred relics of Gautama Buddha, revere

CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accorded administrative approval for the construction of a multi-level ca

Modi Govts schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections: Dr Jitendra

J&K Chapter of Ambedkar Chamber of Commerce launched Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Apr 25 : Maintaining that Narendra Modi Governments enabling schemes raise

Tech-driven crackdown launched across UT to dismantle narcotics ecosystem: Home Deptt

Advanced analytics, ground intelligence to track traffickers *GPS, drone surveillance to choke supply chains Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Apr 25: Markin

Omar weakest CM, fails to deliver on key promises: Mufti

Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, Apr 25: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti today launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdu

BEML Announces Recruitment for 10 Assistant Engineer Positions with Walk-In Interviews

Bengaluru, April 26: BEML Limited has officially announced the recruitment of 10 Assistant Engineer (First Class) positions in Tooling. The vacan

CBK files chargesheet in fraudulent appointment case

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Apr 25: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch J&K today filed a chargesheet in a Power Developme

Jammu sizzles at 40.2 deg C amid heatwave in plains

*Rain brings some relief in Kashmir Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Apr 25 While intermittent rain has brought some relief from the heat-wave in Kashmir, Jam

AAP defectors' move 'illegal': Sanjay Singh

HID Foundation, Admission fees-ko bariatako nirokna commission-ko songna molmola

SHILLONG: Adokni gimik educational institution-rangni admissions aro fee structures-ko nirokna gita commission-ko songchina HID Foundation Shillo

The Essential Existence of Pather Panchali Amidst the Crowd of Sholay: Director Kaustav Narayan

Mumbai, April 26: Indian cinema has been profoundly shaped by the legendary Satyajit Ray, whose artistry brought global recognition to the indust

Chasing a consensual couple illegal: Allahabad HC to cops

SGH-o GSU-ni saksa dilgipani kosako mokor doma kadoa

WILLIAMNAGAR: South Garo Hills ajao, miksonga gnang chadrape sootna jotton kaanina saksa Garo Student Union-ni dilgipani kosako mokor doma (FIR)

EGH-o gital Community Resevre-ko bikota

WILLIAMNAGAR: Buring Bolgrim-ko ripinge rakkina miksonganio Meghalaya sorkari East Garo Hills ajao Bijasik Matwa Apal Community Reserve-ko paraka

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Addresses National Sports Retreat in Srinagar

Srinagar, April 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the National Sports Retreat held in Srinagar on Saturday. Organized by the Ministry

GH-o Civil Defence Air Raid Blackout Mock Exercise-ko dakanga

TURA: Sukrobar salo, dakgrik dinggrikarangni somoio ranggitik asel obostarangni bidingo manderangni gisepo mikrakataniko bilakbatatna miksongao,

Gea-gamani abao janggi tangani cholrang gnang: Timothy

Resubelpara: MPOWER Youth Employment & Economic Growth Component-ni gita Sonibar salo Resubelpara-ni Bakra Multi Facility Hall-o salsana workshop

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj Accuses Kejriwal of Double Standards and Ideological Bankruptcy

New Delhi, April 26: Bansuri Swaraj, a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), launched a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Pa

Shillong MP-na AICC baksa Pala agangrika

SHILLONG: May-ni skanggipa ba gnigipa antirango Shillong Parliamentary Bye Election-ko ongatna amenggiparangna Congress party-ni gita candidate-n

East Khasi Hills-o niamgri ancheng bikotgipako dondipata

SHILLONG: Samtangtango donggiparangko nost kaanina dalbea jakuko deaha, East Khasi Hills district-ni administration, district gimiko niamgri anch

BJP women wing protests against opposition over reservation

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha today staged an Akrosh Rally, accusing the opposition, p

Sitharaman urges financial sector to be exceptionally vigilant on cybersecurity

Mumbai, April 25: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday urged all entities in the financial sector to be exceptionally vigilant o

Jammu hosts inter-district U-17 Football Tourney under League of Classics

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Department of Youth Services and Sports, district Jammu, today commenced the inter-district UT leve

IRP 24th Bn organises session on stress management & mental health for jawans

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 25: In a significant initiative for the welfare of police personnel, IRP 24th Battalion organised a special

LG calls for grassroots sports push at Chintan Shivir

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha today called for a comprehensive strengthening of grassroot

Sorkari court-ni rai-ko basee jarika ine VPP matnanga

SHILLONG: Sonibar salo Voice of the People Party (VPP), Education Minister Lakhmen Rynbui-ni kosako matnangataha, teacher-rangko gimaatna baseani

Sooryavanshis century in vain as SRH beat RR by 5 wickets

JAIPUR, Apr 25: Vaibhav Sooryavanshis century went in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by five wickets in their IPL match here o

Indian Embassy Issues Advisory for Citizens in Mali Amid Armed Attacks

Bamako, April 26: The Indian Embassy in Mali has issued an advisory for Indian citizens residing in the country following a series of armed attac

Tourism in the Himalayan Ecosystems of J&K

Diversifying and Balancing the Growth Prof Bharti Gupta bharti.ttm@cujammu.ac.in The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is uniquely positioned

Dr Andrabi dedicates 1st multi-utility sports stadium to public in Doda

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Apr 25: A major push to public welfare infrastructure was witnessed in Doda today as Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Bo

Tribute paid to Santoor Maestro Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: A meeting of the executive members of Padam Vibushan Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma Memorial Bhartiya Sangeet Founda

Violence Erupts at Kokomi Rally in Imphal, Student Organization Member Injured

Imphal, April 26: A rally organized by the Manipur Integrity Coordination Committee (Kokomi) turned violent on Saturday as certain factions of th

Anantnag Police Detain 12 Major Drug Traffickers Under Preventive Law

New Delhi, April 26: Anantnag police have launched a significant crackdown against drug trafficking and sales. They have detained 12 habitual dru

Ahmedabad Prepares for Local Government Elections with Comprehensive Planning

Ahmedabad, April 26: The district administration is set to conduct the voting process for the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and Taluka-District

Shah: 'Didi gets angry when I threaten goons. Must I embrace them?'

Islamic militants, separatists claim simultaneous attacks across Mali

The U.S. Embassy in Bamako issued a security alert citing reports of explosions and gunfire near Kati and the international airport, and urged U.

Gujarat: High Alert in Rajkot Ahead of Local Elections, Special Security at Sensitive Polling Stations

Rajkot, April 26: In preparation for the local body elections, Rajkot police have implemented extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful an

Election Commission transfers 4 cops in 3 Kolkata police stations

IPL 2026: Vaibhavs Explosive Century Leads Rajasthan Royals to 228 Against SRH

Jaipur, April 26: In the 36th match of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Sawai Mansingh Cricket

Modern OTMC Complex Inaugurated in Puducherry to Enhance Maritime Security

New Delhi, April 26: The state-of-the-art OTMC complex was inaugurated in Puducherry on Saturday. This marks a significant step towards strengthe

All-round Deepti Sharma grabs maiden T20I fifer to carry India to 14-run over SA

Rodrigues was impressive, in particular, while smashing spinner Nonkhu Mlaba for 24 runs in the 11th over through a sequence of runs which read 4

WE-AI holds workshops, seminars across Kashmir

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Marking a significant milestone in student-led innovation and outreach, the WE-AI (Women Empowerment-Ar

Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari congregation on May 1

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Bi-annual congregation (Mail) of Akhil Bhartiya Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari will be held on forthcoming Bu

AAPs Crisis Deepens as Raghav Chadha and Six MPs Leave the Party

New Delhi, April 26: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minis

Biker crushed to death in Kathua

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Apr 25: A motorcyclist died after he was hit by a rashly driven truck at Barwal Morh area on the National Highway

'Swadeshi' bullet train from next year

Afghan Citizens Awaiting US Visas in Qatar Can Return Home, Says Afghan Foreign Ministry

Kabul, April 26: The Taliban government in Afghanistan has asserted that there is no security threat within the country. They stated that Afghan

Man confronts co-tenant over affair with wife, gets bludgeoned to death in Mawblei

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A domestic feud turned deadly in Shillongs Mawblei neighbourhood on Saturday morning when a 40-year-old man w

Teacher who sent SOS found inside city bank after 3-day mystery

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Questions are mounting over the mysterious disappearance of a 27-year-old Guwahati teacher who was recovered

5-hour-journey: Direct JammuSrinagar Vande Bharat from April 30

Shabana Azmi and Deepa Mehtas Twinning Moment Captivates Fans, Nandita Das Adds Color Pop

Mumbai, April 26: Actress Shabana Azmi is quite active on social media, frequently sharing glimpses of her personal life and moments spent with f

Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes youngest to score 1,000 runs in T20s

Suryavanshi hit 12 sixes and five boundaries as he completed his second century in the IPL, shortly after reaching 1,000 runs in T20 cricket, hav

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Sets Record with Fastest IPL Century in Just 36 Balls

Jaipur, April 26: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 15-year-old opener for Rajasthan Royals (RR), made headlines on Saturday by scoring a remarkable century

JP Nadda Confident of BJP Victory in Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Political parties have intensified their campaign efforts for the second phase of the West Bengal elections. Central Minister

KL Rahul becomes first Indian to cross the 150-run mark in an innings

KL brought up his century in just 47 balls, bringing up DC's fastest-ever century in IPL, outdoing Virender Sehwag and Quinton de Kock's 48-ball

Woman Arrested for Drugging and Robbing Elderly in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, April 26: Authorities reported on Saturday that a 55-year-old woman has been arrested in Ahmedabad. She is accused of targeting elderl

VPP slams legal cherry-picking over teachers pay and eligibility

The govt uses court rulings to suppress teachers when it suits the treasury, while ignoring judicial decisions that would provide them financial

Helicopter Incident Near Sabarimala Temple Deemed Serious Offense by ADGP Report

Pathanamthitta, April 26: An investigation into the low-altitude flight of an Indian Coast Guard helicopter near the renowned Sabarimala temple i

Marc Marquez wins chaotic Spanish GP sprint despite crash in rain

After securing his first pole of the season earlier on Saturday (April 25), Marquez shot off the line and took the lead into turn one ahead of Jo

Rising Concerns Over Attacks on Shrines in Bangladesh Amid Culture of Impunity

Dhaka, April 26: Concerns are escalating in Bangladesh following a series of attacks on shrines since the protests in July 2024, culminating in 9

Vanshika and Chirag win 10m air pistol mixed team gold as India continue to top table

The final day on Sunday (April 26) will see the 50m rifle 3 positions men junior and the trap mixed team junior events being decided

Agri minister asks youths to look beyond govt jobs

From Our Correspondent RESUBELPARA, April 25: Agriculture Minister Timothy D. Shira on Saturday urged the youths of Meghalaya to embrace entrepre

Rajeev Khandelwal Returns to Television with a New Reality Show Celebrating Womens Stories

Mumbai, April 26: Popular television actor Rajeev Khandelwal is making a comeback to the small screen. He will host the reality game show Tum Ho

Will US Iran war begin again? Trump comments, Iran diplomacy steps, and Pakistan talks explained

Will US Iran war begin again? This explainer covers new diplomacy signals after comments from Donald Trump and travel plans by Abbas Araghchi. Ir

BJP demands 33 pc womens reservation in elected bodies

Partys Mahila Morcha stages demonstration in state capital By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Meghalaya unit of the BJP Mahila Morcha, led b

Enhanced Security Measures Ahead of Bengal Elections Amidst Border Concerns

Kolkata, April 26: Following directives from the Election Commission of India (ECI), special scrutiny is being conducted in districts of West Ben

DREAM intensifies anti-drug drive in GH; rehab centre proposed

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Drug Reduction, Elimination & Action Mission (DREAM) has stepped up its efforts to combat substance abuse

PHED to realign pipelines for two SWKH villages

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, April 25: Mawkyrwat MLA Renikton L Tongkhar on Friday inspected the water sources for five villages in the Mana

250 farmers attend horti skill prog in WJH village

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The Deen Dayal Upadhyay Community and Skill Development Center (DDUCC), Wahiajer, a constituent college of NE

Human Rights Organizations Condemn Arrest of Baloch Activist Fouzia Baloch

Quetta, April 25: Several prominent human rights organizations have strongly condemned the arrest of Baloch activist Fouzia Baloch by Pakistani p

North East NSS Festival ends at USTM

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Curtain came down on the five-day North East NSS Festival 2026, themed Empowered Youth for Viksit Bharat, at

RBYF provides financial aid to martial arts team

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, April 25: The Ri-Bhoi Youth Federation (RBYF) on Friday extended financial support to the Meghalaya Martial Arts

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Promises BJP Victory in Bengal Elections

Kolkata, April 26: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a roadshow in support of BJP candidate Sudipta Das. The event attracted numerous

Indian stars headline UTT Season 7 pool; Sathiyan, Manika among key retentions

The seventh edition of the franchise-based league will be held from July 9 to 26 at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa

Jhum fires drive 27 pc of pre-monsoon air pollution in Mlaya, reveals study

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: A study based on field observations in Meghalaya has found that shifting cultivation, or jhum, accounts for u

Shahnavaz shades Sreeshankars record

Elsewhere, there were new records set in the mens 400m by Keralas Mohammed Ashfaq, in mens 5000m by Uttar Pradeshs Nitin Gupta and in womens 5000

Quote of the day by Kanye West: 'If you have the opportunity to play this game called life, you have to...' Life lessons on success, hard work and humility by American producer, rapper, and fashion designer

Quote of the day by Kanye West explains how people should value time, life, and opportunity. The quote shares lessons on success, hard work, humi

Rajasthan Royals Set New IPL Record with 228 Runs Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Jaipur, April 26: In a thrilling encounter during IPL 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Sawai Ma

Who is in-charge in Iran, and will Trump get any call from Tehran? Talks collapse after cancelled Islamabad visit

Who is in-charge in Iran, and will Trump get any call from Tehran? The United States cancelled a planned visit to Pakistan after Iranian official