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FIFA World Cup: Czech Republics final squad includes 17-year-old Hugo Sochurek
Hugo Sochurek became the youngest player for Czech Republic in a warmup game against Kosovo in a friendly
US Trade Team Arrives in India for Key Talks on Interim Trade Deal
The American delegation will hold talks with the Indian team led by Darpan Jain, Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce and India's chief negotiator
Dell unveils $699 XPS 13 laptop in challenge to Apple's MacBook Neo
XPS 13 seeks to offer a superior experience compared to the MacBook Neo, Dell said
West Bengal cabinet expansion today; 35 Ministers to take oath
Kolkata: The 35 members of the extended cabinet in West Bengal will take the oath as ministers at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata at 11 AM on Monday, June 1. Governor RN Ravi will administer the oath. Last week, the Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)s state president in West Bengal separately Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Namo Stadium lights up with fireworks as RCB seals back-to-back IPL titles
J&K: Rajouri anti-terror operation enters day 10; PoJK intruder held in Uri
Missing boy found dead in UP school; family alleges murder
Chandauli: The body of a six-year-old boy who had gone missing from his home in Chadauli in Kajarara village was found under suspicious circumstances on the campus of a government school, police have said. Dheena Police Station SHO Dileep Kumar Srivastava late Sunday, May 31, said that Kartik, a class 1 student, had gone missing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Parliamentary panel to meet today amid NEET-UG paper leak row
A Parliamentary committee will meet to discuss examination methods, including pen-and-paper versus computer-based tests. They will also review the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate 2026 and the National Testing Agency. Discussions will cover Grade 12 CBSE exams and the three-language formula. These meetings follow recent controversies and ongoing probes into exam irregularities.
19-kg commercial LPG cylinder price raised by Rs 42-53.50, to now cost Rs 3,113.5 in Delhi
Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar and caretaker Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are heading to Delhi for crucial talks with the Congress high command. Discussions will focus on cabinet positions and other political matters. New faces are expected in the upcoming cabinet. A new Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president will also be appointed. The swearing-in ceremony is set for June 3rd.
LPG Domestic Cylinder Price today: Commercial LPG cylinder prices saw a significant increase of up to Rs 53.50 on June 1, 2026, impacting businesses like hotels and restaurants. Domestic LPG cylinder prices, however, remain unchanged. This hike, occurring amid concerns over fuel supply security and global energy market volatility, has nearly doubled costs for businesses in just five months.
Five Judges appointed to Supreme Court: Law ministry
The notifications were issued on Monday (June 1, 2026) morning by the Law Ministry
Commercial LPG price up Rs 42 per 19-kg cylinder; domestic rates unchanged
New Delhi: Prices of commercial LPG the one used in hotels and restaurants were on Monday, June1, hiked by Rs 42 per 19-kg cylinder but there was no change in the rates of cooking gas used in household kitchens. The price of commercial LPG was hiked to Rs 3,113.50 per 19-kg cylinder from Rs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
US proposes new plan to ease Israel-Lebanon tensions amid fighting
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has proposed a plan for gradual de-escalation between Israel and Lebanon. The proposal suggests Hezbollah halt attacks on Israel. In return, Israel would refrain from escalating actions in Beirut. This aims to create space for a cessation of hostilities. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is working to advance the proposal.
U.S. proposes new plan to ease Israel-Lebanon tensions amid fighting
The U.S. has proposed that as a first step, the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group would stop all attacks on Israel and in return Israel would refrain from escalation in Beirut, an official said
FIFA World Cup: Ochoa set for sixth World Cup as Mexico names squad
Ochoa, who made his World Cup debut in Germany in 2006, has seen limited action for the national team in recent years
Nepal PM's Comments About 'Encroaching' Indian Land Triggers Row
Nepal and India have an old boundary dispute over Kalapani, Lipulekh and Limpiyadhura, with both countries claiming the areas
French Open 2026: Sabalenka, Osaka clash in blockbuster encounter
World number one Sabalenka will likely face a stern test in her bid to win a maiden Roland Garros crown after suffering an agonising loss to Coco Gauff in last years final
Nitin Nabin to address State Bharatiya Janata Party chiefs today
New Delhi: BJP President Nitin Nabin is set to hold a meeting with the partys state unit presidents at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Monday, June 1, where he is expected to convey the key message shared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the partys top leadership. Notably, the elections for 24 Rajya Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Malaysia Enforces Social Media Ban For Under-16, Platforms Must Verify Age
The rules require social media platforms to implement age-verification systems and block users under 16 from creating accounts. They apply to platforms with at least 8 million users, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Trump: Iran Deal Clearly Bars Nuclear Weapons
Defending the draft framework, Trump said the agreement addresses nuclear issues in significant detail and is focused largely on preventing nuclear proliferation
Did Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian Resign Over Disagreement With IRGC? A Fact Check
This added to months of reports claiming tensions between the government and the Islamic Republic's military-security institutions.
Prices of commercial cylinders, FTL hiked
With the latest increase, the 19 kg commercial cylinder is now priced at 3,113.5 per cylinder in Delhi
Outgoing U.S. Federal Reserve chair Powell delivers defense of Fed independence
Jerome Powell delivered a staunch defense of the need for the central bank to maintain independence and credibility, as it comes under assault from President Donald Trump
Trump seeks fresh changes to Iran deal; draft includes Hormuz reopening, nuclear curbs: Report
President Donald Trump wants more changes to a proposed Iran deal. The agreement aims for a ceasefire and nuclear talks. It also includes opening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran insists on guarantees for its rights. Pakistan is mediating. The US warns of renewed conflict if terms are not met. Negotiations continue with both sides proposing adjustments.
IDF captures strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, says 'expanding to additional areas'
Oil prices rise more than 2% as Israel steps up incursion into Lebanon
Israel ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group
JEE Advanced Result 2026 out at jeeadv.ac.in: IIT Roorkee announced JEE Advanced 2026 results on May 31st. Qualified students can now register for JoSAA counselling starting June 2nd for admissions to IITs, NITs, and other institutes. Architecture aspirants can also register for the AAT 2026. Class 12th scores are not a direct factor for IIT seat eligibility, but final admission depends on brochure criteria.
Mann Ki Baat: PM hails sprint icons Gurindervir, Kujur
Urges People To Take Care Amid Heatwaves
U.S. not to be trusted, says Iran's chief negotiator, as Trump toughens terms
U.S. President Donald Trump has sent back a tougher peace proposal to Iran; Israel continues its attacks in Lebanon and has seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, their military said
SIR phase-3 gets under way in 4 states, to cover 3.7 crore electors
CUET-UG 2026 exam rescheduled over Eid al-Adha conducted smoothly
New Delhi: The rescheduled CUET-UG 2026 was conducted smoothly on Sunday, May 31, across hundreds of examination centres after certain tests scheduled for May 28 were postponed due to Eid al-Adha, an NTA source said. The examination was conducted smoothly, the source told PTI. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the rescheduled Common University Entrance Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
More rain, below normal temperature likely this week
Kerala plans CBI probe into ADM suicide case
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation launches Mayor Care
Mayor V.V. Rajesh inaugurates distribution of school kits for students
Commercial LPG Prices Hiked By Rs 42 In Delhi, Rs 53.5 In Kolkata Amid Iran war
In Delhi, a 19-kg commercial cylinder cost Rs 1,691.50 in January. With repeated revisions, the price has now climbed to Rs 3,113.50.
Indias Consulate greets Haj pilgrims as departure phase starts
Riyadh: Indias Consul General in Jeddah, Fahad Suri, has extended his heartfelt Haj Mubarak greetings to all Indian Haj pilgrims on the successful completion of the main Haj rituals. On the occasion of the commencement of the departure phase, he also conveyed his best wishes for the safe, smooth, and auspicious return home of all Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
United Airlines Flight to Spain Turns Back Midair After Security Threat
Passengers had to evacuate as the aircraft was swept by Port Authority police, and passengers were rescreened by TSA and Customs and Border Patrol before reboarding
Blast at Building Storing Explosives in Myanmar Kills Over 45
About 70 other people were injured in the explosion that took place around noon in the village of Kaungtup, in Namhkam township
JEE Advanced Result 2026 Released: Know JoSAA Counselling and AAT Schedule
JEE Advanced Result 2026: Eligible candidates can participate in JoSAA counselling starting June 2, 2026. Registration for AAT will start on June 1.
Christian Pulisic Scores First Goal Since Dec, Helps US beat Senegal
Pulisic took a touch, rounded Diaw and slotted into an open net with his right foot from a tight angle for his 33rd goal in 85 international appearances
USD rate today: Check U.S Dollar against Euro, Yen, Sterling
U.S. nonfarm payrolls data due on June 5 are expected to show an unemployment rate of 4.3 per cent and an increase of 85,000 jobs.
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Israel Seizes Strategic Castle in Deepest Lebanon Push in 26 Years
The taking of Beaufort castle, near the city of Nabatiyeh, followed days of airstrikes and intense fighting in nearby villages between Israeli troops and Hezbollah militants
JEE Advanced 2026 Results Out; Check Scorecard Download Steps Here
IIT Roorkee announced JEE Advanced 2026 results with 56880 candidates qualifying out of 179694 who appeared on May seventeenth.
Corner Office Conversation: Jio Studios President Jyoti Deshpandes $100B Dream
MLAYA MIDFIELDER STARS AS INDIA BEAT BANGLADESH 3-0
Margao, May 31: Meghalaya midfielder Sanfida Nongrum delivered an impressive performance to earn the Player of the Match award as India defeated Bangladesh 3-0 to finish atop Group B in the SAFF Womens Championship 2026 on Sunday. India registered their second consecutive win of the tournament, having earlier thrashed Maldives 11-0, and ended the group []
Tendulkar sees Test potential in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
New Delhi, May 31: Indias legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has heaped praise on 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, describing him as a truly special talent while also lauding the ability of the teenage batting prodigy to pick the correct line and length and smash the ball where he likes. Sooryavanshi finished the IPL 2026, scoring 776 []
COULD RR HAVE WON IPL 2026 WITH A MORE EXPERIENCED CAPTAIN?
Jaipur, May 31: Rajasthan Royals entered IPL 2026 with one of the most exciting squads in the tournament. Blessed with explosive batters, versatile all-rounders and a bowling attack capable of troubling any opposition, the franchise appeared well-equipped to mount a serious title challenge. Yet, despite possessing the talent to go deep into the competition, the []
List of vehicles exempted from NH toll may soon be pruned
WORLD CRICKET BRACES FOR JAM-PACKED 2026-27 CAMPAIGN
Dubai, May 31: International cricket is set for another action-packed year, with the Future Tours Programme (FTP) for 2026-27 featuring a packed schedule of bilateral series and major tournaments across the globe. The calendar will see several of the games leading nations travel extensively, while fans can look forward to high-profile contests involving India, Australia, []
Nasdaq, S&P 500, Dow Jones investors must know that MSCI's gauge of stocks across the globe rose 5.75 points, or 0.51 per cent, to 1,130.47.
Noel Tata flags unresolved issues; Tata Sons chairman reappointment on hold
That could lead to a deadlock between Chandra and Tata, they said. Tata sought greater clarity from Chandrasekaran on the groups five-year strategic roadmap, the framework for providing an exit option to Shapoorji Pallonji Group that doesnt involve Tata Sons going public as well as his formal position on the long-debated matter of the listing.
Mamata Banerjee calls off meet with TMC MLAs after only 20 of 80 turn up
Daylong sit-in, P 10
JPBEF celebrates birth anniversary of Tarakeshwar Chakraborty
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: Jammu Province Bank Employees Federation (JPBEF), here today, celebrated 101st birth anniversary of Tarakeshwar Chakraborty, former general secretary of AIBEA. In this regard a social identification programme was held at Residential School for Visually Impaired Boys, Roop Nagar wherein JPBEF provided Mixer Grinder, lunch, refreshments and other daily use items to the students of the School. The function was presided over by Tara Singh, Federation president and was also attended by Arurh Bhanu Khajuria, State [] The post JPBEF celebrates birth anniversary of Tarakeshwar Chakraborty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Apex Institution India has never built
Col Shiv Choudhary (Retd) shivchoudhary2@gmail.com Indias future will not be decided on battlefields or in boardrooms alone. It will be decided in classrooms. And yet, for all independent Indias celebrated institutional achievements, the nation has never built a truly world-class institution dedicated to education itself, to its practice, its science, and its leadership. That omission may be the single most consequential gap in our nation-building story. Consider what India did build. The IITs became global symbols of engineering excellence. The [] The post The Apex Institution India has never built appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Abraham Accords in the limelight again
Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com Negotiations with Iran have been proceeding well and differences are being narrowed down after rounds of exchange of ceasefire terms, being managed by Pakistan and Qatar. Trump announced on his Truth Social media platform, Negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are proceeding nicely! It will only be a Great Deal for all or, no Deal at all. Simultaneously, he asked his negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, not to rush into the deal, as he had [] The post Abraham Accords in the limelight again appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Confessions of Jean Jacquess Rousseau
A Book That I Read Suman K Sharma s2m2nr@gmail.com The Geneva-born writer-philosopher-musician-herbalist, Jean Jacquess Rousseau (1712-1778), was a troubled soul as he sat down to write The Confessions in 1765. Middle-aged he was 43 then and in a poor state of health, he had fled from Switzerland to Britain to escape his tormentors, real and imagined. It took him two years to write the first part of his autobiography in French language, comprising Books I to VI. The [] The post The Confessions of Jean Jacquess Rousseau appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The silence that still governs what the valley can bear to remember Kashmirs Unspoken Truth
Girija Tickoo gtickoo@gmail.com (The release of Healer in Exile has once again shown how quickly Kashmir grows loud when those who left name their loss a reminder that narrative authority in the region remains fiercely guarded.) Kashmir has always been a place where stories do more than recount events they determine who may inhabit the landscape with dignity. Every conflict produces competing memories, but in Kashmir the contest is sharper: it is not only about what happened, but [] The post The silence that still governs what the valley can bear to remember Kashmirs Unspoken Truth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran: Strait of Hormuz restrictions remain
TEHRAN, May 31: Iran has said that restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz remain in force despite US President Donald Trumps recent claim that a naval blockade on the country would be lifted. According to Irans semi-official Tasnim news agency, Iranian sailors reported that vessels are still being prevented from freely passing through the strategic []
Ukraine hits Russian energy sites, denies nuke plant strike
MOSCOW, May 31: Ukraine launched fresh overnight drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, Russian officials reported on Sunday, while Kyiv denied Moscows allegations that a Ukrainian drone had struck the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. In Russias southwestern Rostov region, drone debris sparked a fire at a fuel storage facility, prompting the evacuation of residents []
Myanmar blast at explosives site kills over 45
BANGKOK, May 31: A powerful explosion at a building reportedly storing mining explosives in northeastern Myanmar killed more than 45 people and injured around 70 others on Sunday, according to rescue workers and local media reports. The blast occurred around midday in Kaungtup village in Namhkam township, an area located near the Chinese border and []
Corruption crackdown: Rajasthan government dismisses 20 officials, suspends 332
Among those dismissed are a Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) officer and several officials from departments including medical, education, mining... Corruption crackdown: Rajasthan government dismisses 20 officials, suspends 332
U.P.'s 'cockroach man' floats CJP spin-off after drawing attention to Yamuna's plight
The main reason behind dressing up as a cockroach was to tap the sudden interest centred on the insect to highlight neglect of the Yamuna river, among... U.P.'s 'cockroach man' floats CJP spin-off after drawing attention to Yamuna's plight
DyCM inaugurates double-lane bridge at Greater Kailash
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inaugurated the newly constructed double-lane bridge over the Nallah at Greater Kailash. The Deputy Chief Minister said that the Government is deeply focused on creating robust surface connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir. He added that the inauguration of the bridge marks a significant step towards strengthening the urban connectivity and improving the public infrastructure in the region. The newly constructed bridge is expected to provide seamless connectivity, ease traffic [] The post DyCM inaugurates double-lane bridge at Greater Kailash appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM calls NC MLAs, 4 Independent allies to June 3 meet; Cong not invited so far
Issues of collective importance mentioned for discussion Legislators say will speak on ground-realities Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 31: While Independent MLAs affiliated with ruling National Conference have been invited to an important meeting of legislators at Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs Gupkar residence on June 3, the Congress, which is also an ally of the NC, hasnt been extended any invitation so far. Significantly, the Chief Minister himself wrote to all ruling NC MLAs and four Independent MLAs affiliated to the [] The post CM calls NC MLAs, 4 Independent allies to June 3 meet; Cong not invited so far appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NCs June 3 meeting last effort to save sinking ship: LOP
Suhail Bhat SRINAGAR, May 31: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma today said that the National Conference-led Government was on the verge of collapse, describing Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs scheduled June 3 meeting as the last attempt to save a sinking ship. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a gathering to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modis monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on the banks of Dal Lake, Sharma said the meeting called by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was [] The post NCs June 3 meeting last effort to save sinking ship: LOP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Armed forces will continue to serve nation with dedication, honour: New CDS
Will accelerate induction of indigenous weapons NEW DELHI, May 31: Gen NS Raja Subramani, widely known as an expert on Pakistan and China, on Sunday took charge as Indias new Chief of Defence Staff with a primary mandate to implement the ambitious military theaterisation plan and bolster tri-services synergy. He succeeded Gen Anil Chauhan, who signed off after completing his tenure as the countrys senior-most military commander on Saturday. Gen Subramani was serving as the Military Advisor at the National [] The post Armed forces will continue to serve nation with dedication, honour: New CDS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Farooq for prompt measures to address luggage concerns of Hajj pilgrims
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 31: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah today expressed serious concern over the difficulties being faced by Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir, following reports that airlines have curtailed baggage allowances and informed pilgrims that their luggage would be transported separately by road from Ahmedabad. In a statement, Dr Farooq said he was deeply disturbed by reports that Hajj pilgrims travelling from Jeddah to Srinagar were being subjected to immigration and customs [] The post Farooq for prompt measures to address luggage concerns of Hajj pilgrims appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Years on, no takers for key Mubarak Mandi Complex connectivity projects
Much hyped vertical lift, Circular Road bridge Frequent reviews fail to move plans beyond files Mohinder Verma JAMMU, May 31: It was projected as a game-changing intervention that would permanently alter Jammus tourism landscape by linking the historic Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex with the Peer Kho Ropeway Station through a modern vertical lift and further connecting the complex to Circular Road through a 250-metre-span bridge. But years after the idea was first floated and discussed in countless official meetings chaired [] The post Years on, no takers for key Mubarak Mandi Complex connectivity projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chase master Kohli, accurate bowlers propel RCB to second IPL title in a row
AHMEDABAD, May 31: It was a night dotted with chilling certainty. Royal Challengers Bengaluru translated their domination from Day 1 of this IPL into a second successive title, and Virat Kohli anchored that five-wicket romp over Gujarat Titans with a patented chase masterclass of unbeaten 75 here on Sunday. If the Titans innings of 155 for eight was filled with trepidation, Royal Challengers 161 for five in 18 overs was full of intent and confidence. And those words are forever [] The post Chase master Kohli, accurate bowlers propel RCB to second IPL title in a row appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RBI policy, US-Iran situation to guide market sentiment this week: Analysts
NEW DELHI, May 31: Developments surrounding the US-Iran situation, crude oil prices, and the RBIs interest rate decision will determine the trend in the equity market in an event-heavy week ahead, analysts said. Besides, macroeconomic data announcements, trading activity of foreign investors, and the rupee-dollar trend will act as key drivers for equities, they noted. []
Pull up socks, gear up for ULB, Panchayat polls: Tara Chand
*Cong suffered after alliance with NC: Wani Excelsior Correspondent PURMANDAL, May 31: Former Speaker, Dy Chief Minister and working president of JKPCC, Tara Chand today asked the party cadre to gear up for the forthcoming Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies (ULB) elections in the Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a party convention in Purmandal area of district Samba today, former Dy Chief Minister said that process of Panchayat, BDC, DDC, and ULB elections is being started shortly. The necessary exercise for [] The post Pull up socks, gear up for ULB, Panchayat polls: Tara Chand appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India-Oman free trade pact to kick in today
New Delhi, May 31: India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) offering zero duty access to a range of Indian labour-intensive exports, will kick in from Monday. The Finance Ministry on Sunday issued notification on duty concessions on Omani goods under trade pact with India, which will come into effect from June 1. India and Oman []
Centre cuts windfall tax on petrol, diesel, ATF exports
New Delhi, May 31: The government has halved windfall gains tax on export of petrol to Rs 1.5 litre, while reducing the levy on diesel to Rs 13.5/litre and aviation turbine fuel to Rs 9.5/litre effective June 1. The finance ministry in a notification said road and infrastructure cess will be nil on export of []
Gautam Adani bets big on AI-driven infra boom
New Delhi, May 31: Billionaire Gautam Adani said the Adani Group has moved beyond its US legal challenges and is accelerating investments across energy, transport, logistics and digital infrastructure, positioning itself to benefit from rising demand for artificial intelligence-led growth. In his annual letter to shareholders, Adani said the conglomerate remained committed to expansion despite []
BJP team meets at PM house to finalise RS, MLC poll picks
More than fourteen months have passed since the Chief Minister stood in the Legislative Assembly and announced a new Hydropower Policy for Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement was greeted with genuine optimism. Here, at last, was an acknowledgement that the Union Territorys extraordinary hydropower potential estimated at over 20,000 MW, of which only a part has ever been tapped demanded a fresh, coherent and investor-friendly framework. That optimism has since given way to a familiar and dispiriting silence. [] The post Delayed Hydropower Policy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rich tribute paid to social reformer Sant Ram
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: During an event organized at Guru Ravidas Sabha Bahu Fort, Sant Ram BA Education and Welfare Society paid rich tribute to Sant Ram on his 38th death anniversary and his portrait was garlanded. While speaking on the occasion, F.C Satia, president of the Society said that Sant Ram was an anti-caste warrior and his Jaatpaat Todak Mandal drew the attention of entire nation. He was born in Purani Bassi village near Hoshiarpur, but later on [] The post Rich tribute paid to social reformer Sant Ram appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLA Banihal inaugurates BPL Season-11
Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAMBAN, May 31: MLA Banihal Sajjad Shaheen today inaugurated BPL Season-11 at the Sports Stadium Banihal amid enthusiastic participation from sports lovers, youth and local residents. The cricket tournament, organized by Danish Farooq Mir and Mohd Asif Wani, witnessed a large turnout and generated excitement among players and spectators alike. Addressing the gathering, Shaheen lauded the organizers for creating a platform that encourages young talent and promotes sportsmanship. He emphasized the importance of sports in channelizing the [] The post MLA Banihal inaugurates BPL Season-11 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tobacco a silent killer of cardiovascular health: Dr Sushil
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: To raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco on cardiovascular health, Head of the Department of Cardiology, GMC Jammu, Dr Sushil Sharma, held a day long cardiac awareness cum health check up camp at Vishwakarma Sabha, Bakshi Nagar, Jammu. Addressing the gathering, Dr Sushil Sharma described tobacco as one of the leading preventable causes of disease and premature death worldwide. He explained that smoking damages the inner lining of blood vessels, promotes the formation [] The post Tobacco a silent killer of cardiovascular health: Dr Sushil appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sudhir shines in NITI XTREME ULTRA
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: In a significant achievement for the sporting community of Jammu & Kashmir, Sudhir Anand, an educator and endurance athlete from Jammu, has become the first runner from the Union Territory to successfully complete the inaugural edition of the NITI XTREME ULTRA, one of Indias toughest high-altitude ultra-marathons. Organized in the picturesque Niti Valley of Uttarakhand, the ultra-marathon is held across terrain often described as the Great Canyon of India. The challenging 75-kilometre course takes [] The post Sudhir shines in NITI XTREME ULTRA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Press Club defeats VCAJK XI by 7 runs
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: The ongoing J&K Masters Cup Edition 4 witnessed a thrilling contest as Press Club Jammu edged past VCAJK XI by seven runs in a nail-biting encounter organized by the Veterans Cricket Association J&K. Batting first, Press Club Jammu posted a competitive total of 133 runs. Anil (Shallu) top-scored with 23 runs, while contributions from the middle order helped the team reach a defendable score. For VCAJK XI, Vivek Suri was the pick of the [] The post Press Club defeats VCAJK XI by 7 runs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inter-school dance competition held
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 31: Under the aegis of the Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan, Unique Dancing Institute organized an interschool dance competition titled Dance Ka Mahayudh 2026 at the Jammu Club. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from four hundred children representing various schools across the region, who showcased their exceptional skills and were later honoured with awards for their performances. Social activist and Chairman of Samvedna Society, Keshav Chopra, graced the occasion as the chief guest, while Sunil Sharma, Director [] The post Inter-school dance competition held appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India beat Korea 3-1 to continue winning run at Womens U18 Asia Cup hockey
KAKAMIGAHARA (JAPAN), May 31: The Indian womens hockey team registered a convincing 3-1 victory over Korea in their second Pool A match of the U18 Asia Cup here on Sunday. Riding on goals from Nousheen Naz, Shruti Kumari and Kiran Ekka, India maintained their winning momentum in the tournament following their opening-day triumph over Malaysia. India made a bright start and earned a penalty stroke in the opening quarter. Nousheen (4th minute) stepped up and calmly converted the opportunity to [] The post India beat Korea 3-1 to continue winning run at Womens U18 Asia Cup hockey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India beat Korea 3-1 at Womens U-18 Asia Cup hockey
Kakamigahara (Japan), May 31: The Indian womens hockey team registered a convincing 3-1 victory over Korea in their second Pool A match of the U-18 Asia Cup here on Sunday. Riding on goals from Nousheen Naz, Shruti Kumari and Kiran Ekka, India maintained their winning momentum in the tournament following their opening-day triumph over Malaysia. []
New wrestling coach Shako backs Sujeet for Olympic glory
Lucknow, May 31: Indias new mens freestyle wrestling coach Shako Bentinidis believes reigning U23 world champion Sujeet Kalkal has the potential to become an Olympic medallist but must further sharpen his technical skills to dominate the highly competitive 65kg category. He also urged Indian coaches to continuously upgrade themselves through greater exposure to international training []
CHAMPIONS YET AGAIN: Royal Challengers Bengaluru players celebrate with the trophy
CHAMPIONS YET AGAIN: Royal Challengers Bengaluru players celebrate with the trophy after defeating Gujarat Titans in the IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. (PTI)
Old mortar shell recovered in border village, defused safely
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 31: An old mortar shell was recovered from a temple well in a border area of Samba district and later defused safely, officials said today. The recovery was made from Gadwal village of Ramgarh border area, where locals found an old shell in well on the temple on Saturday, they said. Acting on the information, locals police along with bomb disposal squad rushed to spot and defused the shell, they said. Preliminary assessment suggested that the [] The post Old mortar shell recovered in border village, defused safely appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
RS poll: BJP set to support MDA consensus candidate
Push for Garo representative bolsters James Sangmas prospect By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 31: Ahead of the Rajya Sabha election for the lone Rajya Sabha seat in Meghalaya, scheduled on June 18, the BJP has decided to support a common candidate of the NPP-led Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA). Traditionally, the Rajya Sabha seat from Meghalaya []
