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Man United crash out of FA Cup
FA CUP Manchester, Jan 12: Manchester Uniteds turbulent season veered further off course on Sunday as the club crashed out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford a result that arrived just days after the dismissal of head coach Ruben Amorim and plunged the club deeper into uncertainty. []
Padikkal, Desai lead Karnataka and Saurashtra into last four
Vijay Hazare Trophy Bengaluru, Jan 12: Two contrasting contests unfolded at the Centre of Excellence on Monday as Karnataka and Saurashtra secured semifinal spots in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, with rain and poor light forcing both results to be decided by the VJD method. Karnataka cruise past depleted Mumbai Defending champions Karnataka dominated a []
New Delhi, Jan 12: All the 14 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have written to the All India Football Federation (AIFF), formally confirming participation in the delayed 2025-26 season, clearing the decks for the start of the top-tier domestic competition on February 14. On January 6, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya had announced that the ISL, []
Neville Tata set to join Sir Ratan Tata Trust Board
Neville Tata, son of chairman Noel Tata, is set to join the Sir Ratan Tata Trust board, reinforcing Noel's influence and marking Neville's rise within the Tata group. This development follows Neville's earlier induction to the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust board and comes amid potential trustee exits and regulatory changes impacting perpetual appointments.
Bayern crush Wolfsburg 8-1 in Bundesliga
Munich, Jan 12: Bayern Munich roared into the new year with a stunning 8-1 demolition of Wolfsburg on Sunday, scoring six second-half goals to extend their lead at the top of the Bundesliga to 11 points. Michael Olise starred with a brace, while Harry Kane and Luis Daz also found the net, alongside goals from []
Barcelona edge Real Madrid to win Spanish Super Cup
Jeddah, Jan 12: Raphinhas brace helped Barcelona edge Real Madrid 3-2 in a thrilling Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, securing the Catalan clubs 16th Super Cup titlemore than any other team in history. The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute when Raphinha slipped while taking a shot, and the ball []
Martial arts associations to hold joint AGM
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: A joint Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association of Taekwondo Martial Arts (ATMA), All Meghalaya Martial Arts & Kick Boxing Association (AMMAKBA), and the Meghalaya Sepak Takraw Association (MSTA) is scheduled for January 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm at the Nangkiew Building, Polo. The meeting will take place []
Meghalaya all set to host 4th NE kickboxing championship
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: After a gap of more than seven years, the 4th Edition of the North East Kickboxing Championship is set to return, with the All Meghalaya Kickboxing Association hosting the prestigious regional event from January 29 to 31 at the Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides premises. The championship will be []
UP man kills, cannibalises mom and wife
Sabarimala gold theft case: High Court slams TDB, flays SIT for not arresting K.P. Sankara Das
A single Bench was hearing arguments by the prosecution that the gold plating of, among others, the door frames and that of the Dwarapalaka idols had been entrusted to him
Another death in Indore, govt says no diarrhoea link
One Battle After Another, Hamnet take top honours
Golden Globes Paul Thomas Andersons ragtag revolutionary saga One Battle After Another took top honours at Sundays 83rd Golden Globes in the comedy category, while Chloe Zhaos Shakespeare drama Hamnet pulled off an upset over Sinners to win best film, drama. One Battle After Another won best film, comedy, supporting female actor for Teyana Taylor []
Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, Nick Jonas; Elle Fanning; Julia Roberts; Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco arrive at the Golden Globes in Beverly Hills, California, on Sunday. (PTI)
Merz: World needs Mahatma's teachings today more than ever
Vaping case: Birla hints at action if charge established
Iran protests: Trump says Iran wants to negotiate, death toll at nearly 600
Pro-government demonstrators flooded Tehrans streets on Monday in support of the theocracy, a show of force after days of protests directly challenging the rule of 86-year-old Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
MAGA deal in making: US resumes trade talks with real friend India
US Ambassador designate Sergio Gor announced that trade pact discussions with India will resume Tuesday, aiming to resolve differences beyond tariffs. He emphasized the strong personal relationship between Presidents Trump and Modi, highlighting the partnership's significance beyond trade, encompassing security, technology, and energy cooperation.
Tourism and industrial fair opens at Island Grounds
The fair that has 43 stalls showcasing the projects and functioning of variousState government departments and, corporations, also has attractions like giant wheel and 3D show
Visa-free transit announced for Indians travelling to and from UK via Germany
Gen Z protests in 3 South Asian nations must be studied: Tewari
DRDO flight-tests man-portable anti-tank guided missile against a moving target
Hyderabad Hands Over Fridges, Coolers As E-Waste
Residents handed over large appliances such as washing machines, refrigerators, and air coolers, which would otherwise have been dumped in the citys nalas. Smaller items like defective mobile phones and laptops had already been disposed of earlier.
Chennai Metrowater inches closer to goal of continuous water supply in Adyar zone
Residents of zone XIII, currently receiving 35 million litres of water daily (mld), would get 50 mld of water once the 271.50 crore project is completed in two years
Trump: Iran offers talks as protest deaths top 544
DUBAI, Jan 12: US President Donald Trump said Iran wants to negotiate with Washington following his threat to strike the Islamic Republic over its violent suppression of nationwide protests. The remarks come as activists reported that at least 544 people have been killed during demonstrations across Iran. Tehran did not directly respond to Trumps comments, []
Ugandan Woman Arrested In Mangaluru Drug Bust; Rs 4 Crore MDMA Seized
In a press statement, City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy said the accused, identified as Jalia Zalwango, was arrested in Jigani on the outskirts of Bengaluru.
Speaker reviews progress on new LA Complex, allied development works
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today convened a meeting with senior officers to review the issues pertaining to construction of new Legislature Complex at Jammu, repair/renovation works in both MLA Hostels, arrangement for NeVa Seva Kendra for MLAs in Legislative Assembly and other ongoing development works to have a first-hand appraisal of the pace and quality of works. The Speaker also reviewed other development works. These included replacement of digital sound [] The post Speaker reviews progress on new LA Complex, allied development works appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Farooq for transforming Jammu into North Indias business hub
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: The J&K National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah today reaffirmed the partys commitment to the development of Jammu as a prominent business hub in North India, highlighting the regions emerging potential. His remarks came during an interactive session with the representatives of the Fruit Mandi Association of Narwal Jammu, who expressed their concerns and suggestions regarding the growth of the local fruit business. Accompanied by Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial president of JKNC Jammu, Farooq was [] The post Farooq for transforming Jammu into North Indias business hub appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CII J&K Council convenes inaugural Film Festival in UT
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: In a significant move to re-establish Jammu & Kashmir as a powerhouse of Indian cinema, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), J&K UT Council, successfully convened the inaugural CII J&K Film Festival. The event, marked by vibrant discussions and a collective vision, brought together the regions noted film fraternity, policymakers, and cultural custodians to unlock the UTs full potential as a content creation hub. Click here to watch video The Conclave was graced by Nasir [] The post CII J&K Council convenes inaugural Film Festival in UT appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lohri: The Festival of Chhajja Dance
Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com India, often described as a land of diversity, is a living example of unity in diversity. Languages, religions, customs and cuisines change every few hundred kilometres, yet a strong emotional thread binds the nation together. Festivals play a pivotal role in strengthening this bond. Among these festivals, Lohri occupies a distinctive place, particularly in North India, including Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and the Duggar region in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Celebrated every year on [] The post Lohri: The Festival of Chhajja Dance appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bangladesh polls: Leaders reject NCP over Jamaat alliance
DHAKA, Jan 12: Bangladeshs National Citizen Party (NCP) is facing growing internal turmoil after forming an alliance with the Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami, as several leaders who quit the party have refused to return. Dissident leaders say they will only reconsider their decision if the NCP breaks ties with Jamaat, rejecting claims by party leadership that []
LG, CM greet people on Lohri, Makar Sankranti
Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Jan 12: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the occasion of the festivals of Lohri, which fall on January 13th and Makar Sankranti, which falls on January 14th. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: On the auspicious occasion of Lohri and Makar Sankranti, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all and wish them health, bliss and prosperity. I pray that this festive season and the year that lies [] The post LG, CM greet people on Lohri, Makar Sankranti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Muskan Trust delegation, others call on LG
Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Jan 12: A delegation of Muskan Charitable Trust led by its President Sandeep Mehra today called on the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and briefed him on various initiatives of their trust aimed at the upliftment and empowerment of Divyangjan. Rakesh Kumar, National-level Powerlifter also called on Lieutenant Governor. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated Rakesh Kumar for his impressive performance at the National Powerlifting Championship 2025 and extended his best wishes for the upcoming championships. Shamsher Hakla Poonchi, a [] The post Muskan Trust delegation, others call on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Fadnavis Targets Thackerays, Pitches Third Mumbai Airport
The Thackeray cousins had alleged that the new airport was being developed to facilitate the transfer of land at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to the Adani Group.
Indian-origin astronomer wins UK RAS Gold Medal
LONDON, Jan 12: US-based astronomer Professor Shrinivas Kulkarni has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in London for his pioneering work in time-domain astronomy. Born in Maharashtra, Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Over his 40-year []
Reimagining Primary Education From Exams to Learning
Mohammad Hanief m.hanief@gmail.com Education forms the bedrock of a societys progress, shaping the minds that will lead its future. In Jammu and Kashmir, the foundation of primary education has long rested on examinations that emphasize memorization rather than understanding. This exam-oriented structure has persisted for decades, rewarding rote learning instead of nurturing curiosity or creativity. With the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, however, a new opportunity has emerged to reform this traditional approach. The time has come [] The post Reimagining Primary Education From Exams to Learning appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dr Jitendra inaugurates Rs 40 crore Centre of Excellence at IIM Ahmedabad
Excelsior Correspondent AHMEDABAD, Jan 12 : Indias journey from technology adoption to technology leadership received a significant boost today with the launch of the DST-NIDHI Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM-A). The Centre of Excellence, supported and funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt of India, with an investment of approximately ?40 crore, was dedicated to the nation by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science [] The post Dr Jitendra inaugurates Rs 40 crore Centre of Excellence at IIM Ahmedabad appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Northern Army Commander reviews drone technology centre
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, today visited the Centre of Expertise for Drone Fabrication, Maintenance and Repair, where he reviewed facilities aimed at maintaining operational readiness and technological edge. During the visit, he was briefed on the processes involved in fabricating, repairing and maintaining drones, which play a key role in enhancing the Armys operational capabilities. He also assessed the infrastructure supporting the sustained serviceability of unmanned systems required for modern battlefield [] The post Northern Army Commander reviews drone technology centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Nimmala Offers Godavari Surplus Water To Telangana
The minister made it clear that out of an estimated 3,000 tmc ft of water getting wasted into the sea from the Godavari river every year, Andhra Pradesh intended to use 200 tmc ft of water only by taking up the PNLP and reiterating that AP had been maintaining that the project would cause no harm to Telangana.
Sympathy for accused cannot override the law, rules SC
Efficacy of Oruththi Maganai Pirandhu
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs On Countries Doing Business With Iran
US President Donald Trump on Monday announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran, ramping up pressure on Tehran over its violent crackdown on a wave of protests.
Evict CISF, Kolkata Chinese school urges court
U.S Stock Market: Analysts see the technology sector leading S&P 500 earnings growth for the quarter.
Sensex gains 300 pts on India-US trade talk optimism
Mumbai, Jan 12: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty found firmer ground on Monday after facing a massive drubbing in the past five trading sessions, propelled by bargain hunting in energy, banking and metal stocks amid renewed optimism surrounding a potential India-US trade deal. However, escalating geopolitical tensions and unrelenting foreign fund outflows capped the []
Newspaper of the Future challenge held at IIT Saarang 2026
Gold hits lifetime high of Rs 1.44 lakh per10g
New Delhi, Jan 12: Gold advanced to a fresh record of Rs 1,44,600 per 10 grams, while silver prices rallied sharply by Rs 15,000 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 2,65,000 per kg in the national capital on Monday, mirroring strong gains in the global markets. According to the All India Sarafa Association, silver []
PM Modi invites German Universities, thanks Chancellor for visa-free transit
GANDHINAGAR, Jan 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited German universities to set up campuses in India as part of a comprehensive roadmap for higher education collaboration between the two countries. Addressing a joint press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, PM Modi thanked the Chancellor for announcing visa-free transit for Indian citizens, calling it a step that would strengthen people-to-people ties. The roadmap on higher education we have developed today will give a new direction to our partnership. I invite [] The post PM Modi invites German Universities, thanks Chancellor for visa-free transit appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Yuva Shakti at heart of Reform Express, says PM Modi at Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that Indias youth are at the core of the countrys rapid transformation, describing the reform initiatives of the past decade as a Reform Express powered by Yuva Shakti. Addressing the concluding session of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, he called upon young Indians to take a resolve to free the nation from the mindset of slavery and lead the march towards a developed India. [] The post Yuva Shakti at heart of Reform Express, says PM Modi at Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
China reaffirms its territorial claims over Shaksgam Valley after Indias objections
BEIJING, Jan 12 : China on Monday reaffirmed its territorial claims over the Shaksgam Valley in the backdrop of Indias objections, stressing that the Chinese infrastructure projects in the area are beyond reproach. India last Friday criticised Chinas infrastructure development projects in the Shaksgam Valley, saying it reserves the right to take necessary measures to safeguard its interests as it is an Indian territory. Pakistan illegally ceded 5,180 sq km of Indian territory in the Shaksgam Valley to China in [] The post China reaffirms its territorial claims over Shaksgam Valley after Indias objections appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Ladakh inaugurates International Painting Symposium 2026 at IIM Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta inaugurated the International Painting Symposium 2026 at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), here today. The week-long symposium, being held from January 12, brings together eminent painters from India and abroad, transforming the premier management institute into a vibrant space of creative dialogue and cultural exchange. Addressing the inaugural session, the LG said, The symposium was not merely a cultural programme but a meaningful convergence of education, creativity and [] The post LG Ladakh inaugurates International Painting Symposium 2026 at IIM Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India, Germany sign pact to deepen partnership for postal, express, logistics services
NEW DELHI, Jan 12 : India and Germany have signed a bilateral pact to deepen cooperation in postal, express and logistics services with a strong focus on cross-border e-commerce and time-definite international deliveries, an official statement said on Monday. The collaboration is expected to contribute to higher export volumes, improved service quality and increased participation of Indian businesses in global value chains by enhancing access to international markets and strengthening Indias logistics ecosystem, it added. India and Germany [] The post India, Germany sign pact to deepen partnership for postal, express, logistics services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi raises issue of Ariha Shah with German Chancellor Merz
AHMEDABAD, Jan 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday raised with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz the issue of Indian baby girl Ariha Shah who has been living in a foster care in Berlin for over four years. The German authorities had taken custody of Ariha on September 23, 2021, when she was seven months old, alleging that the parents harassed her. The Centre has been pressing the German authorities for her early return to India arguing that it is important [] The post PM Modi raises issue of Ariha Shah with German Chancellor Merz appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
6 policemen killed in IED blast in northwest Pakistan
PESHAWAR, Jan 12 : At least six policemen including a senior officer were killed and three others injured on Monday in a blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan, officials said. The vehicle was on patrol duty in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces Tank district when unidentified miscreants targeted it with an improvised explosive device (IED). Those killed in the blast include a Station House Officer, a Sub-Inspector, three Elite Force personnel, and a driver, police said. The three injured [] The post 6 policemen killed in IED blast in northwest Pakistan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian-origin astronomer wins UKs Royal Astronomical Society Gold Medal
LONDON, Jan 12 : US-based astronomer Professor Shrinivas Kulkarni has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) in London for his field-defining discoveries in time-domain astronomy. Maharashtra-born Kulkarni is the George Ellery Hale Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Science at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where he has discovered a wide range of astronomical objects, including brown dwarfs and remote bursts of gamma rays. His RAS Gold Medal citation from last week recognises his [] The post Indian-origin astronomer wins UKs Royal Astronomical Society Gold Medal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JNU degrees not just individual achievements but also responsibility towards society: Pradhan
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday told graduating students at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) that the degrees of the varsity are not just individual achievements but also a responsibility towards society. Delivering his address at the universitys convocation, the minister said the JNU has built a strong and distinctive legacy of academic excellence through decades of sustained academic contribution, and it continues to remain among the countrys premier universities by upholding academic autonomy [] The post JNU degrees not just individual achievements but also responsibility towards society: Pradhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab police claims cracking ex-sarpanch murder case
Jharmal Singh, a former sarpanch, was allegedly killed after being shot from point-blank range at a wedding venue in Amritsar
Isro sees warning in two consecutive PSLV failures
NHRC seeks details of halal, jhatka food served on trains
Kashmirs Orchards at a Crossroads: What Science Reveals About the High-Density Apple Shift
Dr Nisar Farhad drnisarfarhadku@gmail.com Recently, my younger brother, Aadil Gul Farhad, encouraged me to adopt high-density apple plantation on our ancestral land. After extensive discussions and careful on-ground observation, we finally decided to embrace this shift. The trellis system was installed by Dar Sajad and his team, while Mema Galla 5+ apple plants were procured from Fruits Care Agro, Mohali (Chandigarh), a leading horticulture enterprise headed by its CEO, Mr. Jaidev Kotwal, through a local dealer, Bilal Ahmad Mir, who [] The post Kashmirs Orchards at a Crossroads: What Science Reveals About the High-Density Apple Shift appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sigh of relief for students; 10th, 12th results on Jan 14
Govt appoints Secy BOSE as interim chairman Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Jan 12: Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, today said that the results of 10th and 12th standards, examinations for which were held last year, will be declared on January 14. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Minister told Excelsior that the Secretary Department of Education, Ram Niwas Sharma, will issue an administrative approval for giving powers to Secretary Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE), Ghulam Hassan [] The post Sigh of relief for students; 10th, 12th results on Jan 14 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SRINAGAR, Jan 12: The J&K Government today reconstituted the Search Committee for the appointment of the Chairperson of the J&K Board of School Education (JKBOSE) and the Director of the J&K State Council of Educational Research and Training (JKSCERT). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp According to an official order, the Government has reconstituted the Search Committee for recommending panels for the posts of Chairperson, JKBOSE, and Director, JKSCERT, superseding an earlier order (No. 163-JK(GAD) of 2025) dated January [] The post New search committee formed appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: In a first, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the general budget in Parliament on Sunday, February 1, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced on Monday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp This will be Sitharamans ninth budget presentation, one short of the record 10 budgets presented by the then Finance Minister Morarji Desai. The Budget session of Parliament begins on January 28 with President Droupadi Murmu addressing the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha [] The post Central budget on Feb 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Detaining authority didnt apply mind: Wangchuks wife
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuks wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, told the Supreme Court today that the detaining authority had not applied his mind and relied on irrelevant material while detaining her husband. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp She told the court that four videos relied upon by the detaining authority have not been furnished to Wangchuk, which is a violation of his right to effective representation. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing in the court [] The post Detaining authority didnt apply mind: Wangchuks wife appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
6 Pak cops killed in IED blast
PESHAWAR, Jan 12: At least six policemen including a senior officer were killed and three others injured today in a blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan, officials said. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The vehicle was on patrol duty in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces Tank district when unidentified miscreants targeted it with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). Those killed in the blast include a Station House Officer, a Sub-Inspector, three Elite Force personnel, and a driver, police [] The post 6 Pak cops killed in IED blast appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sule Dismisses Family Rift Speculations
There have never been any issues within our family. We are all here to serve the people, Sule said.
Jammu & Kashmir inseparable: Farooq
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah today asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are inseparable, firmly rejecting a recent demand by a BJP leader to grant separate Statehood to the Jammu region by bifurcating the Union Territory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The former Chief Ministers remarks came even as the BJPs JK president Sat Sharma sought to distance the partys stand from the controversial proposal of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Sham Lal Sharma [] The post Jammu & Kashmir inseparable: Farooq appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt re-designates 4 IAS officers post promotion
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has re-designated four senior IAS officers after their recent promotions to the senior administrative grades by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per an order issued by the General Administration Department, Sanjeev Verma, the 2001 batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer has been designated as Principal Secretary to the Government, Election Department and Prasanna Ramaswamy G, the 2010 batch batch AGMUT [] The post Govt re-designates 4 IAS officers post promotion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump says countries doing business with Iran to face 25% tariff
The announcement from Mr. Trump comes as he looks to put pressure on Tehran for cracking down on anti-government protestors across the country.
SEC Says No To Advance Payment Under Ladki Bahin Scheme
In its order, the SEC said that regular benefits under this scheme can be disbursed; however, advance payments cannot be made, and new beneficiaries cannot be selected.
2 held for killing ex-law officer's wife in Punjab, cops say help planned it
TMC claims 58L voters removed from rolls, SC seeks EC response
Fifty years ago | Bill to prevent Ry. wagons being used as godowns passed
EC trying to disenfranchise genuine voters, claims Mamata
ED goes to SC, seeks CBI probe against Didi for 17 offences
Omar Abdullah rebuffs BJP demand to set up National Law University in Jammu instead of Kashmir
The BJP demand is the latest in its campaign in Jammu after seeking cancellation of the MBBS selection list, which had 42 Muslims out of 50, at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence
Hasaranga and Shanaka star in Sri Lankas series-leveling T20 win against Pakistan
DAMBULLA (Sri Lanka), Jan 12: Sri Lanka ended a 14-year drought by beating Pakistan in a Twenty20 game at home to draw their three-match series 1-1. The hosts won the third T20 by 14 runs on Sunday. In a rain-reduced match, Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka smashed five sixes in 34 runs off nine balls []
ASI Collapses, Dies During 'Mana Sankara Varaprasad Garu' Show in Hyderabad
The incident took place at Arjun Theatre in Kukatpally on Monday
45-Year-Old Biker Dies After Throat Slit by Kite String in Indore
The incident occurred near the Khajrana police post in the city when the deceased, identified as Raghuveer Dhakad, was returning home on his bike late on Sunday evening, the investigating officer said.
Ministry notifies NSG Act rules, lays down criteria for SOM
Sports Ministry maintains election ban on convicted people NEW DELHI, Jan 12: The Sports Ministry on Monday notified the rules that would govern the implementation of the National Sports Governance Act, unveiling a tiered eligibility criteria for the inclusion of Sportspersons of Merit (SOM) in national federations and reiterating the ban on convicted people from []
Bhushan Bazaz, son of popular Kashmiri writerPrem Nath Bazaz, was known for his efforts to establish peace in J&K through non-violent means
High hopes, tricky draws await home shuttlers at India Open
NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Indias top shuttlers, including P V Sindhu and Lakshay Sen, will look to convert recent form into results on home courts when the USD 950,000 India Open Super 750 begins here on Tuesday. Indian players, however, have struggled to fully capitalise on home advantage, with only a handful lifting the title []
Autopen scandal explodes at Biden cover-up hearing: 'Who was the real President?'
PSLV fails for 2nd time in 9 months; 3rd-stage glitch costs 16 satellites
Kharge: Bengaluru Gets 'Buffet', We Wait; End Regional Imbalance
Until teacher vacancies are filled, real development in this region cannot happen, he asserted.
Since Nicolas Maduro's ouster, Maria Corina Machado has heaped praise on Trump, and has offered to give him her Nobel Peace Prize, an award the US president has long publicly coveted.
One more suspect held in ACHIK members murder
Crackdown on illegal quarries, brick kilns in GH From Our Correspondent TURA, Jan 12: Continuing their pursuit of those involved in the murder of ACHIK member, Dilseng Sangma, West Garo Hills Police on Sunday arrested another suspect, taking the total number of arrests to four. Following the incident on January 9 when ACHIK members who []
Govt allowing illegal activities to flourish: Saleng on activists death
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Tura MP Saleng Sangma on Monday lambasted the state government for allegedly allowing illegal activities to flourish under its nose. He made the statement in the context of the recent killing of ACHIK member Dilseng Sangma in an incident connected to the mushrooming of illegal stone quarries in Garo []
NGOs halt illegal land occupation in Ampati
From Our Correspondent AMPATI, Jan 12: A coalition of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) from Ampati in South West Garo Hills district recently carried out a joint action to stop what they described as illegal land occupation and house construction at Gasura Rengrenga village. The united NGOsCSAWO, AHAM, GSMC, APA, NGCO, ASPF, and MKSUintervened after a non-tribal []
Rymbui assures more STEMS buses in city for schoolchildren
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Monday said that the government will increase the number of STEMS buses for school-going children in the years to come. He said this would depend on how helpful STEMS proves to be. However, the Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) has decided to discontinue its decades-old []
