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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 increased significantly in homes and businesses. This peak demand surpassed previous records. The power ministry anticipates further increases as heatwaves continue. Officials expect demand to rise even higher in the coming days.
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 differently, the seasons feel out of sync and quietly, the fish that once thrived in these cold waters are struggling to survive. When we talk about climate change in the Himalayas, we imagine melting glaciers, erratic snowfall and flash floods. What often escapes attention is something far quieter, it is the steady transformation of life [] The post Himalayan fish struggling to survive appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 investment. He also suggested encouraging a higher birth rate to maintain India's demographic advantage, urging a collective approach to structural challenges.
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 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that not even a single of seven Rajya Sabha Members, who merged with the BJP yesterday after quitting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), can win even the Panchayat elections but had a dig at the Congress too saying the Government of his father (Farooq Abdullah) was also [] The post Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 networks. Yet this fight cannot be won by law alone, it must be won within society, through awareness, cooperation, and collective effort. We are building a Jammu Kashmir where drugs have no place, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He said the 100 day drug-free J&K movement will inspire future [] The post Drug crisis fueled by neighbouring country to finance terrorism: LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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-led Government, accusing it of executing development works in an unplanned and hazardous manner that is causing severe distress to residents in parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Citing an under-construction road project under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Kishtwar districts Bujwan tehsil, Khatana stated that the alignment of the road between PKN and Mouri [] The post Khatana slams Omar Abdullah Govt over hazardous road construction in Kishtwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 chaired a comprehensive review meeting here to assess the status and progress of ongoing developmental works across departments in the sub-division. During the meeting, the Minister laid strong emphasis on inter-departmental coordination, transparency in execution, adherence to timelines and robust grievance redressal mechanisms. He called upon officers to adopt a proactive and accountable approach to ensure that projects are completed [] The post Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 pressure and warning that attacks on medical staff would not be tolerated. Click here to watch video Doctors are available as per the roster everywhere. If a doctor is not available, file a complaint. But you have to appreciate that doctors are working round the clock, Itoo told reporters in north Kashmirs Baramulla. If this continues, if we go after the [] The post Attack on medicos wont be tolerated: Itoo appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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, revered as Tathagata relics, will be brought to the region for the first time within the country. The arrival of these holy relics, expected in Leh on the 29th or 30th of this month, has generated immense excitement among the people of Ladakh, particularly within the Buddhist community. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The [] The post Sacred Buddha relics to arrive in Ladakh for first-ever exposition in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 car parking facility at Ganderbal at an estimated cost of Rs 9.60 crore. The project is aimed at addressing increasing traffic congestion and enhancing urban infrastructure in the fast-growing town. The approval has been granted under the Capex Budget 2026-27 in favour of the Director, Urban Local Bodies, Kashmir. The project will be executed in accordance with approved technical specifications and [] The post CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 raised aspiration levels among weaker sections of society, Union Minister in PMO with independent charge of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Ministries, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that statistical evidence reflects the positive impact of these schemes on the socio-economic advancement on Dalits and other marginalized groups. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Dr. Jitendra Singh while [] The post Modi Govts schemes raised aspiration levels among weaker sections: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CS reviews progress, implementation of HADP
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and performance of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in Jammu and Kashmir in the presence of senior officers of the Agriculture Production Department and other concerned stakeholders. The meeting besides ACS, Agriculture Production Department and MD, J&K Bank was attended by the MD, HADP; HoDs of the Department along with Representatives from Agricultural Universities here. The meeting had an in depth review [] The post CS reviews progress, implementation of HADP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Abdullah, calling him the weakest chief minister who cannot speak on pressing issues, while accusing his Government of failing to deliver on key promises. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a party convention at Khanabal in South Kashmirs Anantnag, Mufti said the office of the Chief Minister requires authority and decisiveness. She alleged that Omar has failed [] The post Omar weakest CM, fails to deliver on key promises: Mufti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Development Department (PDD) scam involving alleged forgery of official records and fraudulent appointment. As per the Crime Branch, the chargesheet in FIR No. 46/2023 has been submitted before the Anti-Corruption Court in Baramulla against Nasir Ahmad Mir of Kunan Babagund in Bandipora, Mushtaq Ahmad Malik of Aragam, Bandipora-an employee of the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL)-and a [] The post CBK files chargesheet in fraudulent appointment case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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, Jammu sweltered on Saturday as heat-wave conditions gripped plain areas in the region, with the city recording a high of 40.2 degrees Celsius, about 5.7 notches above the normal. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Official sources said that Chatha observatory of SKUAST-Jammu, crossed 40 degrees Celsius temperature on Saturday while it remained 40.0 degrees Celsius [] The post Jammu sizzles at 40.2 deg C amid heatwave in plains appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Shillong, sorkariko molmolaha. April 24 tariko Education-ni Minister Lahkmen Rymbui aro Education Department-ni Commissioner and Secrtary-na ongipa memorandum-o foundation, sorkari aro private institution-rang gegnion regulatory framework-ko donchina molmolaha. Uni gisepon foundation, Meghalaya Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission and Prohibition of []
BJP, 33% reservation-ko tarake ragatchina dabia
SHILLONG: BJP Mahila Morcha-ni Meghalaya unit, North Shillong wing-ni dilanio Sonibar salo Khyndailad point-o tomtom asonge jingjengatange 33% women reservation-na dabiangaha. Jingjengatao Mahila Morcha-ni bangen memborrang bakko raangaha. Kobor ratimgiparang baksa agangrikmitingo BJP Mahila Morcha-ni Arena Hynniewta, Congress-ko women reservation bill-ko Parliament-o pass kana onjani gimin matnangaha. Jingjengatgiparang placard-rangko dee, legislative aro local governance institution-rango []
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) kadoaha. Ia onga obostani bidingo Nongalbibra Police outpost-ni ningo gaakgipa Jadi-ni Francis S. Marak, Rongsa Awe jolni Raindon M. Sangma-ni kosako matnange Jadi Police Outpost-o FIR-ko segataha. FIR-o janapgimin gita, April 23 tarikni wal 9:40 []
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, Air Raid aro Blackout -ni bidingo statewide mock exercise-ko dakangao West Garo Hilla ajani Tura-oba chusokgipa onge dakangaha. Ia mock exercise-ko gegni phases dake ongatangengba, skanggipao phase-ko Tura-ni Pechon Memorial Higher Secondary School, Gorkha Secondary School aro Tura Super Market-o, []
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-ko ongatangaha. Government Innovation Lab (GIL), Harvard Growth Lab, Meghalaya Institute of Governance (MIG) aro Indian School of Business (ISB) bakrime, programo ongataha. Uandake Tourism, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare-ni Minister Shri Timothy D Shira, tomanio mongsonggipa sokgipa onge []
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-na bimingko minggen. Bye election-ni bidingo agangrikna AICC-ni gita chanchirimna uko okamaha ine Congress president Vincent Pala aganaha. Party candidate sawa onggen ine singaha, election-o susana party-ni dambe dilgipa Manuel Badwar-ko ua nangnika jeon ia election-o Badwar antangba susana sikenga []
DC Reasi reviews progress of heritage projects
Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Apr 25: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a series of meetings to review the implementation and progress of schemes of the Department of Archives, Archaeology & Museums and service delivery under the Public Services Guarantee Act. During a meeting with officials of the Archives, Archaeology & Museums Department, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed ongoing heritage conservation and restoration works. Discussions focused on the repair and renovation of key sites at Bhim Garh Fort and the Dera [] The post DC Reasi reviews progress of heritage projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 ancheng bikotani kamrangko kaenggipako taraken dondipataha, niam pegiparangko rakgipa niamo jaku dena mikrakataniko onaha. Geetaniko Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita-ni section 163-ni ningo nakatataha, chiringrangoni anchengrngko bikotengani bidingo mikrakataniko onrikrikengaha dingtangmancha Myllem sepang jolni Wahniangleng chibimaoniko bikotako champengataha, chi ringna []
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, particularly the Congress, of obstructing womens political empowerment and preventing them from becoming lawmakers and policymakers. Speaking to reporters, BJP Mahila Morcha State secretary Ruchika Sharma alleged that women have long been denied adequate representation in Parliament and state legislatures, claiming that the opposition does not want women to assume decision-making roles. click here to watch video This rally reflects [] The post BJP women wing protests against opposition over reservation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 on cybersecurity. Without naming Mythos, the newly minted platform from leading AI company Anthropic, Sitharaman said artificial intelligence tools are making cyberattacks faster and more adaptive. Such tools can also evade detection by deploying []
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 level U-17 Football Tournament under the banner League of Classics at Khel Gaon, Nagrota. Organized under the patronage of Director General YSS J&K UT, Anuradha Gupta, and guided by Joint Director YSS Jammu, Vinakshi Koul, the tournament is being held under the overall supervision of DYSSO Jammu, Sukhdev Raj Sharma. The five-day tournament has drawn participation from all districts of the [] The post Jammu hosts inter-district U-17 Football Tourney under League of Classics appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 grassroots sports ecosystems across the country, while addressing the national Chintan Shivir on sports in Srinagar. The three-day event, organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is deliberating on key policy challenges in the sports sector, improving coordination between the Centre and States/UTs, and formulating a roadmap to transform India into a global sporting powerhouse. The Shivir is being attended [] The post LG calls for grassroots sports push at Chintan Shivir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 baseanichi court-ni niamrangko ragatanina uko matnangataha. Ian aiao inmanani aro kadingani gita ongpilaha, jeon minister party president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit-na Teacher Eligibility Test (TET)-o Supreme Court-ni chanchianiko poraina uni sunglass-ko oke galchina aganangaha, ine VPP dilgipa Batskhem Myrboh []
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 on Saturday. Sooryavanshi hammered his second hundred in the IPL a 37-ball 103 as Rajasthan Royals put on board a strong 228 for six after they were put in to bat first. Sooryavanshi got plenty of support from Dhruv Jurel, who made a 35-ball 51 and, helped the teenager milk 112 runs for the second [] The post Sooryavanshis century in vain as SRH beat RR by 5 wickets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DBPS releases calendar book on festivals, religious events
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 25: A calendar book informing about religious festivals and events during the year, published by Mandir Shri Geeta Bhawan, Railway Colony, Krishna Ganj Delhi, was released here today. The calendar book, written by prominent writers Gopal Sharma and Ram Parshad Sharma, was released during a function organized by the Dogra Brahman Pratinidhi Sabha, in collaboration with other social and cultural organizations. Ved Parkash Sharma, president of Dogra Brahman Pratinidhi Sabha, released the book in the presence [] The post DBPS releases calendar book on festivals, religious events appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 within the complex physiographic framework of the Himalayas, encompassing a multi-tiered mountain system that significantly shapes its environmental and tourism characteristics. The region comprises the Shivalik (Outer Himalayas), the Lesser Himalayas (Himachal), and the Greater Himalayas (Himadri), each contributing distinct geomorphological and tourism attributes. The Shivalik range, forming the outermost foothills particularly across parts of the Jammu division, is characterized by [] The post Tourism in the Himalayan Ecosystems of J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Board Chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi inaugurated a first-of-its-kind sports and recreational facility and announced further development initiatives. Dr Andrabi attended the inaugural function organized by the Board as chief guest, where Ashok Koul was present as the guest of honour. Eminent civil society members and Board officials, including Special Officer Bashir Ahmad Bhat, Administrator Jammu Aabid [] The post Dr Andrabi dedicates 1st multi-utility sports stadium to public in Doda appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Foundation Jammu Tawi was held here today to pay tribute to the renowned Santoor Maestro, Shiv Kumar Sharma on his 4th death anniversary. Pt. Shiv Kumar Sharma, son of the soil was remembered for his outstanding contributions in the field of classical music and light music and his contribution to Bollywood also as a Music Director. Nidhi Dogra, daughter [] The post Tribute paid to Santoor Maestro Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Shah: 'Didi gets angry when I threaten goons. Must I embrace them?'
Election Commission transfers 4 cops in 3 Kolkata police stations
India advises nationals in Mali to stay indoors, exercise caution due to security developments
The Indian embassy added that it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in coordination with Malian authorities and will issue further updates as required
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, 2, 6, 6, 2, 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-Artificial Intelligence) Club has successfully concluded the first phase of its maiden series of workshops and seminars conducted across the Kashmir Valley. Founded by Taleyn Tatheer Khan and co-founded by Aiza Naveed Shah under the mentorship of Priyanka Bharghav from Admit Kard, the initiative reached multiple educational institutions, including Kashmir Harvard, Green Valley Educational Institute, Presentation Convent School, Crescent Public School, SRM Welkin [] The post WE-AI holds workshops, seminars across Kashmir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 Budh Purnima, which falls on May 1, 2026. The religious function will commence with Yagya, Pooja and Aarti at 6 AM, followed by Bhandara at the Biradari Devsthan in Bishnah. President of Akhil Bhartiya Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari, Kuldeep Raj Gupta and general secretary, Krishan Lal Gupta have appealed the entire Bangwathia Biradari to visit the Devsthan and seek blessings of Kuldevi [] The post Bangwathia Mahajan Biradari congregation on May 1 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Samba police arrests bike lifter
Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Apr, 25: Samba police has arrested an accused person involved in a theft case registered at Police Station (PS), Bari Brahmana and recovered stolen bike from his possession. Police said on April 23 a written report was lodged at Police Station (PS), Bari Brahmana by one Ajay Kumar, son of Kulwant Singh of Sarna, Pathankot regarding theft of his motorcycle bearing Registration Number, PB36H-3464 from industrial area Bari Brahmana. Acting over the complaint, a case FIR No. [] The post Samba police arrests bike lifter appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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 near Kathua district today. The deceased has been identified as Vijay Bharat Singh of Kharote. Reports said a bike (JK02B-5282) was hit a speedy truck (PB65AZ-0345) near Barwal Morh area in Kathua district, resulting in death of the person riding the bike. While the body has been shifted to the mortuary of a local hospital [] The post Biker crushed to death in Kathua appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Swadeshi' bullet train from next year
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 from inside a Shillong bank on Saturday, three days after she sent a frantic SOS to her family claiming she was in danger. Bhabana Sarma, who had recently resigned from her position at a []
5-hour-journey: Direct JammuSrinagar Vande Bharat from April 30
GSU warns of counter-blockade against AAMSUs sanction over labour entry ban
From Our Correspondent PHULBARI, April 25: Tensions on the Meghalaya-Assam border have escalated into a war of nerves as the Garo Students Union (GSU) Phulbari regional unit warned of a proportionate counter-blockade against Assam, responding to AAMSUs calls for economic sanctions over the controversial labour entry ban in Garo Hills. The stand-off follows a recent []
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, having faced just 473 balls in the format
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 centuries in 2011 and 2016, respectively
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 relief By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The war of words over Meghalayas education crisis escalated on Saturday as the VPP accused Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma of legal cherry-pickingalleging the government strictly []
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 Johann Zarco, with his brother Alex moving up to third
Plea for statutory commission to curb arbitrary school fees
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Meghalayas unregulated private education sector faces a legal ultimatum as calls grow for a statutory commission to end the arbitrary fee hikes and lack of transparency that have long burdened parents across the state. The HID Foundation has submitted a memorandum to Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma and the []
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 entrepreneurship in the agriculture and horticulture sectors, so as to ensure sustainable economic growth. Speaking as the chief guest at a workshop under the MPOWER Youth Employment & Economic Growth Component, Shira highlighted the regions []
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. Iran is consulting in Tehran and planning visits to Pakistan, Oman, and Russia. The United States canceled an envoy trip but said war is not decided. These updates show uncertainty, ongoing talks, and global attention on whether diplomacy or conflict will shape the next phase of US-Iran relations.
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 by its North Shillong wing, staged a sit-in protest at Khyndai Lad on Saturday to demand 33 per cent reservation for women in elected bodies. During the demonstration, protesters held placards and []
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 in the Garo Hills through a series of coordinated interventions on April 23 and 24. On Thursday, the mission conducted a site inspection for a proposed rehabilitation centre in West Garo Hills, []
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 Manad area following complaints from the headmen of Manad and Mawbidong villages regarding supply issues. Accompanied by senior officials from the PHE Mawkyrwat Division and village leaders, the MLA visited the Phot Umthot []
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 NEHU, organised a capacity-building programme on Friday for 250 farmers from Laskein Block. According to a statement here, the event titled Skill Enhancement for Horticultural Development and Sustainability was held in collaboration with ICAR-IIHR, []
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 the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) on Saturday. The event brought together NSS volunteers and programme officers from across the region for activities focused on leadership, community service and []
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 Federation (MMAF) team currently participating in the 10th National Kung Fu Championship 2026 at USTM, Ri-Bhoi. The championship, which commenced on Friday, features a contingent of around 40 male and female athletes from the []
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 up to 27 per cent of air pollution in the state during pre-monsoon months, driven by sharp spikes during active burning. Published in the journal Atmospheric Environment, the research draws from sites []
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 5000m by Madhya Pradeshs Ranjana Yadav
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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 officials left Islamabad without meeting US negotiators. President Donald Trump said talks were not worth travel and hinted at leadership confusion in Iran. Pakistan still wants to mediate. The failed meeting has raised questions about diplomacy, leadership in Iran, and whether a direct call between Tehran and Washington will happen soon.
Govt to spend over Rs 2.3 cr for Lok Bhavan area beautification
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: The state government has invited tenders for the beautification of roads and triangular junctions surrounding Lok Bhavan, with an estimated project cost of over Rs 2.3 crore. According to the PWD (Roads), the scope of work includes the construction of footpaths, RCC railings and drainage systems. The project also []
Shylla launches water supply scheme for Tuber villages
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 25: Former MLA Kyrmen Shylla on Friday inaugurated the Tuberkmaishnong Combined Water Supply Scheme in East Jaintia Hills, a project aimed at providing safe and reliable drinking water under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The scheme is designed to benefit the residents of Tuber Kmaishnong and Tuber Shohshrieh by providing []
Shillong Bus Picnic with St. Peters School
By Mai White The first thing that meets you at the gate is a soft chorus of intention. Words gather there as quiet declarations: no harming wild birds, no weapons, no smoking. They feel less like rules and more like a promise the school has made with the world. Bird & Butterfly Haven lingers in []
Liverpool close on Champions League but may have seen last of Salah
British transfer record signing Alexander Isak scored his first goal since returning from a leg break as he smartly controlled Alexis Mac Allister's wayward effort on goal and swivelled on the ball to volley it past Dean Henderson
US says its hunting for explosive mines to open Strait of Hormuz
AP Washington President Donald Trump says the US Navy is clearing Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz, a vital sea route for oil shipments whose disruption is increasingly threatening the global economy. Sweeping for underwater explosives could take months despite a tenuous ceasefire between the United States and Iran in the weekslong war, experts []
Row Erupts Over Dhirendra Shastris Remarks On Shivaji Maharaj
Maharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal accused the preacher of linking Shivaji Maharaj with Ramdas Swami inappropriately.
Outer North district emerges an outlier in quick POCSO convictions
Recognisingthe efforts of the officers, Delhi Police Commissioner SatishGolchhapresented awards to the IOs who were part of the SITs.
Digital Leap: 18 Lakh Parents Receive Digital Progress Reports Via WhatsApp In Mega PTM
The department said parents responded positively, especially to receiving report cards on their phones.
Six killed in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon: Health Ministry
identified two projectiles launched from Lebanon, decrying a blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings by Hezbollah and later intercepted another suspicious aerial target
Delhi HC quashes suspension of Ramanujan College principal in POSH case
The court emphasised that the scheme of the POSH Act, along with various judgments of the Supreme Court, establishes a carefully constructed mechanism to address complaints related to sexual harassment at the workplace
Eminent Scholar And Head Of Sree Narayana Gurukula Swami Muni Narayana Prasad Passes Away
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said Muni Narayana Prasad imbibed the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru and in his death the state has lost an eminent scholar and teacher.
Experts discuss preventive care and data-led approach to public health challenges
The webinar discussed challenges from infectious diseases to NCDs, climate-linked risks, and the growing role of AI and policy in building resilient healthcare systems
Goa continues to lag behind in setting up 5G infrastructure
NT Reporter Panaji Goa continues to lag significantly in 5G infrastructure deployment, even as user adoption shows steady growth, the latest data has revealed. As per the data from the Department of Telecommunications under the Union Ministry of Communication, Goa has just 1,089 5G base transceiver stations (BTSs) as of February 28, 2026, placing it []
Gaza Civil Defence says Israeli strikes kill 13
According to the territorys Interior Ministry, two of those were police officers
Hate speech: Gautam Khattar to be brought to Goa today
NT Reporter Panaji A court in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday granted the Goa Police three days transit remand of Gautam Khattar, the main accused in the case of objectionable and inflammatory remarks made against St Francis Xavier. The police team along with the accused will reach Goa on Sunday. Khattar was detained by the Himachal []
Indias renowned urban planner Edgar Ribeiro passes away at 95
NT Reporter Panaji Edgar Ribeiro, former chief town planner of India and a distinguished Goan, passed away on Saturday at the age of 95, leaving behind a towering legacy in urban planning, sustainable development, and heritage conservation. He complained of uneasiness on Friday after which he was rushed to a private hospital where he expired []
Two minor boys drown in river in Canacona taluka
NT Reporter Canacona Two minor boys drowned on Saturday after they ventured into the Talpona river at Vajrem-Bhatpal in Canacona taluka. Sources said three minor boys two from Dupeamoll-Bhatpal and the third one from Nandangadda, Karwar had on Saturday afternoon entered the river to swim without informing their parents. Hrugved Naik (11) from []
Sea diplomacy: Indian Navy ships dock in Maldives Addu Atoll, make port call at Canary Islands
President Donald Trump hospitalization and health concern rumors explained after viral social media claims suggested a hospital visit before the White House Correspondents Dinner. Reports show no verified medical emergency. Public appearances, official updates, and White House physician statements confirm he remained active. This explainer reviews the origin of the rumor, the press conference video debate, official medical statements, and why misinformation spread online in late April 2026.
Kejriwal spent private money on official house: BJP; AAP terms it fake
AAP should be called Alishaan Aadmi Party, says PWD Minister,accuses ex-CM of abandoning simplicity and living in a luxurious manner; main Oppn. party warns of filing a defamation cas
'Lawrence of Punjab' docu-series: Congress leader Randhawa gets threat message
In the threat message, the names of other persons including Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia, DGP Gaurav Yadav, Balkaur Singh, father of slain singer Sidhu Moosewala were also mentioned
Election Fever Persists Though Leaders Leave Chennai
The final figures that would be released by the ECI would include postal ballots, service votes and votes polled by senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
HC disposes plea on jail lapses, calls for swift action on reforms
NT Reporter Panaji The High Court of Bombay at Goa has disposed of a petition concerning lapses in jail administration after taking on record a compliance report and noting assurances from prison authorities that measures to curb illegalities will be strictly enforced. The court had through orders dated December 18, 2025 and February 10, 2026, []
