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Sakeena virtually inaugurates WSS, fire fighting system, lift facilities at GMC Anantnag
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 24: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo virtually inaugurated state-of-the-art fire fighting system, G+3 lift facilities and a comprehensive Water Supply Scheme (WSS) for Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag from Civil Secretariat here today. MLA Anantnag-West, Abdul Majeed Larmi; MLA Anantnag East-Shangus, Reyaz Ahmad Khan; Principal GMC Anantnag, Dr. Rukhsana Najeeb; heads of different specialities, doctors and large number of medical students were also present on the occasion. Addressing the [] The post Sakeena virtually inaugurates WSS, fire fighting system, lift facilities at GMC Anantnag appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'India is beautiful from spaceI saw how light connects people in the subcontinent'
After 12 years away, an astronaut returns to India, surrounded by the echoes of her father's stories and the warmth of family bonds. This is her inaugural trip to Kerala, a land her father called enchanting.
Cong gradually shrinking due to erosion of support base: Union Minister Paswan
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 24: The Congress party has been gradually shrinking due to a steady erosion of its traditional support base across large parts of the country, Union Minister Chirag Paswan said on Saturday, as he chaired Rozgar Mela here as part of nationwide appointment letter distribution led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Click here to watch video Talking to reporters in Katra after paying obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine this evening, the Minister for Food Processing Industries [] The post Cong gradually shrinking due to erosion of support base: Union Minister Paswan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HRA launches 2026 Calendar showcasing Jammus tourist beauty
Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Jan 24 : Taking a major initiative to promote tourism across Jammu, the Hotel and Restaurant Association (HRA) today unveiled its visually rich 2026 calendar in a function held here today. The calendar will be distributed across India among tourism stakeholders including travel agents, tourism offices, government officials, travel trade Fairs and media houses. The calendar was unveiled by HRA president Rakesh Wazir, chairman Shyam Lal Kesar, senior vice president Virender Kesar, vice president Vivek Sharma, Gaurav [] The post HRA launches 2026 Calendar showcasing Jammus tourist beauty appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mohanlal Sons announces Republic Day Special Sale with attractive discounts
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 24: Renowned menswear and kidswear brand Mohanlal Sons, known for its legacy of quality and fine craftsmanship, has announced a special Republic Day Sale offering substantial savings to customers. As part of the celebrations, the Brand has rolled out an exciting Half Price Sale, providing a flat 50 per cent discount on the entire sale stock across its showrooms and online platform. In addition to this, customers can also avail an exclusive 15 per cent discount [] The post Mohanlal Sons announces Republic Day Special Sale with attractive discounts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IT Deptt encadres 44 officials under J&K IT Services
*Step addresses long-pending issues of career progression Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 24: The Jammu and Kashmir Information Technology Department, has successfully encadred 44 officials of the department who were earlier appointed on substantive IT-related posts in various Government departments across the Union Territory. This encadrement marks the first major step in a phased process, wherein the remaining IT personnel shall also be brought under the ambit of the J&K IT Services, ensuring a comprehensive and structured cadre for IT professionals. [] The post IT Deptt encadres 44 officials under J&K IT Services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rather asks for speedy snow clearance in Charar-i-Sharief; restoration of essential services
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 24: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather today directed the district administration for speedy clearance of snow in his constituency Charar-i-Sharief and its remote areas. The Speaker drew the attention of administration towards some important roads for snow clearance particularly Nagam-Hayatpora-Dardpora- Mallapora- Tujan- Dalwan Fotlipora road, Kanidajan- Darwan- Chalyan road, Kanidajan- Branpathri- Nowgam- Batpora road, Waterloo- Sani Darwan- Chuntinar road, Lolipora- Buzgoo- Gogjipathri road and Surasyar Bonen- Kutbal road. Similarly, he also asked [] The post Rather asks for speedy snow clearance in Charar-i-Sharief; restoration of essential services appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com History is typically recorded through official records, political speeches, and dates. What often gets lost are the quieter truths-the fear that enters homes before people flee, the sudden silence of neighbours who once shared festivals, the confusion of children who do not understand why their world has collapsed. The elderly who leave carrying keys of houses they will never return to. Displacement is not just about moving from one place to another. It is about losing belonging, [] The post When Home becomes a Memory appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ramnagar Fort The Legacy and Cult of Warriors
Dr Harmeet Singh Soodan harmeetjnu@gmail.com Ramnagar Fort, a majestic architectural landmark situated at Udhampur district 40 kms west of Udhampur and it lies near the serene banks of the Tawi River, stands not only as a monumental symbol of Dogra heritage but also as a significant reflection of the political, military, and cultural brilliance of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who played a pivotal role in shaping the destinies of the regions under his influence, including Ramnagar. The [] The post Ramnagar Fort The Legacy and Cult of Warriors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'Evidentiary Gaps': After 20 Years, Delhi Court Clears Medha Patkar In VK Saxena's Defamation Case
Saxena, now Delhi Lieutenant Governor, alleged that Patkar had made unsubstantiated and defamatory remarks regarding his organisations involvement in the Sardar Sarovar Project
The mind of a foreign content creator
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Ladakh shines, Haryana tops medal table at KIWG-2026
Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 24: The Khelo India Winter Games 2026 witnessed thrilling action today as hosts Ladakh won their first gold and Haryana consolidated its lead in the medal tally. Ladakhs womens relay quartet-Skarma Tsultim, Shabana Zara, Tasnia Shameem and Insha Fatima-clinched the 2000m short track relay at Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Stadium in an eventful race marked by flips and crashes. Despite a challenging competition from Karnataka and Maharashtra, Ladakh emerged victorious in 3:49.23, lifting the team to [] The post Ladakh shines, Haryana tops medal table at KIWG-2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Daffodils and inheritance of English
The poem does more than reveal imperial anxiety; it produces something more insidious: desire
Ocean infinitys search for MH370 in Indian Ocean yields no results so far
MOSCOW, Jan 24: The Singapore-flagged vessel Armada 86 05 of US marine robotics company Ocean Infinity, which is leading the underwater search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, has not made any significant discoveries during the latest phase of its work, according to a new search progress report sent to family members obtained by Sputnik. Overall, despite consistent deployment of AUVs and significant cumulative survey coverage achieved during this period, there has been no significant discovery or conclusive finding identified from [] The post Ocean infinitys search for MH370 in Indian Ocean yields no results so far appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Keralas Abhijith Amal Raj claimed gold in the mens advanced figure skating category as the sport made its debut at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026. A former world champion in artistic roller skating and Asian titleholder, Abhijith returned to ice skating after nearly a decade to compete on a national stage. At just 24, he has also launched Adler Vision, a figure and roller skating academy in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, providing training with international coaches to over 100 [] The post Keralas Abhijith wins Gold appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
R-Day parade: MHA tableau to showcase transition to faster, tech-driven justice system
NEW DELHI, Jan 24: The Union home ministry will showcase the countrys boldest criminal law overhaul in a century, adopting a faster, tech-driven and citizen-centric justice system, in its tableau on 77th Republic Day parade, according to an official statement issued Saturday. The tableau will be themed on the three new laws the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in 2024, replacing British-era Indian Penal [] The post R-Day parade: MHA tableau to showcase transition to faster, tech-driven justice system appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Swami Ram Ji Maharaj From Fatehkadal to the World
Bushan Jalali In the late 19th century, the profound philosophical system known as Kashmir Shaivism (Trika philosophy) faced an existential crisis. Centuries of political upheaval , mercenaries insurrection and social displacement had pushed this sophisticated non-dualistic tradition to the brink of extinction. Then centauries old scriptures, texts were either vandalised, vanished and made forbidden. So much so practicing Shaiv Shastre( Kashmir Shaivism )was a big challenge and ultimately confined to few families of the valley like Qaziyari, Razdhans,etc etc that [] The post Swami Ram Ji Maharaj From Fatehkadal to the World appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump slams Canada over Greenland Golden Dome, warns Beijing could eat them up
WASHINGTON, Jan 24 : US President Donald Trump on Friday criticised Canada for rejecting his proposed Golden Dome missile defence project over Greenland, warning that Beijing could eat them up as Canada deepens trade ties with China. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, Canada is against The Golden Dome being built over Greenland, even though The Golden Dome would protect Canada. Instead, they voted in favour of doing business with China, which will eat them up within the [] The post Trump slams Canada over Greenland Golden Dome, warns Beijing could eat them up appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iran condemns European Parliaments meddlesome, irresponsible resolution
TEHRAN, Jan. 24: Irans Foreign Ministry on Friday denounced a European Parliament resolution criticizing Tehran over human rights violations during recent unrest, calling it meddlesome and irresponsible. The European Parliament on Thursday expressed full solidarity with Iranians, accused the government of rights violations, and called for the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to be designated a terrorist organization. In a statement, Iran said the resolution contained false and incorrect claims and lacked moral authority, citing the EUs support for sanctions, compliance [] The post Iran condemns European Parliaments meddlesome, irresponsible resolution appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian stock market down over 2% amid global uncertainties
MUMBAI, Jan 24: Indian equity benchmarks closed this week down over 2.5 per cent due to profit-booking, sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and renewed concerns over global trade disruptions stemming from the US tariff rhetoric. All sectoral indices ended in the red this week, with Realty logging the worst-performance, dipping 11.33 per cent. Consumer []
Zelenskyy says trilateral talks concluded constructively, more possible next week
KYIV, Jan 24: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that two days of trilateral talks with Russia and the United States in Abu Dhabi concluded with constructive discussions on possible parameters for ending the war. The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with both countries as part of Washingtons push for progress to end Moscows nearly 4-year-old invasion. All parties agreed to report to their capitals on each aspect of the [] The post Zelenskyy says trilateral talks concluded constructively, more possible next week appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry and Electronics & IT Jitin Prasada with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during a meeting, in New Delhi. (PTI)
Education alone does not shatter it, as society still believes that men are inherently superior
Apple iPhone shipments surge 24% in India in 2025
NEW DELHI, Jan 24: Apple had a strong year in 2025 in India as iPhone shipments grew 24 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 compared to 2024, data showed on Saturday. According to data by CyberMedia Research (CMR) accessed by IANS, the iPhone shipments in 2025 outperformed iPads, which saw a modest growth of 2 []
WGH-ni akawe jolni adita bakrango Section 163 BNSS ko raatangaha
TURA:Reanggimin January 9 tariko Rajabala Police Station-ni ningo gaakgipa Goalgaon jolo asel onganganio NGO dolni saksa soota manani jaman jatgnini gisepo dinggrikani ongengani gimin ia obostarangko mikangchi asel onganiko champengsona aro tomtomaniko rabapilna West Garo Hills, District Administration district-ni adita bakrango Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)-ni ningo Section 163 ko ragatanga. District Magistrate Vibhor Aggarwal []
Indias UPI likely to land in Japan: Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 24: Indias QRcode payment network, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), is expanding beyond its borders, with Japan among countries trialling the system to serve growing numbers of Indian tourists, a report has said. The report from Nikkei Asia said that Japanese IT services company NTT Data is partnering with National Payments Corporation []
Tikrikilla Block-o Mock Drill Training Programme-ko ongatanga
TURA:Ongtelaigipa aselrangna mongsongbate chi bana reanirangona aro ongtelaigipa aselrangchi duk mikchini salrangona simsaksoaniko dakna Sukrobaro Tikrikilla C&RD Block unbaksa District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) Office, West Garo Hills, Tura baksa nangrime Tikrikilla Block-o Mock Drill Training program-ko ongatanga. Ia programme-ko ongatani abachengao ongtelaigipa aselrangko chagronge nangchongmotengmiting somaio maiko aro maidake dakna nanga uarangni gimin official-rang []
Deadline over, Ministerial panel yet to submit recommendations to end logjam
Long-pending Gair Mumkin Khad issue *MoU still not signed to start delineation exercise Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Jan 24: Though the three-month deadline expired on December 15, 2025, the Sub-Committee comprising three Ministers has not submitted its recommendations to the Government to break the logjam over the long-pending Gair Mumkin Khads issue. Moreover, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Government of India agencies is yet to be signed to start the much-needed delineation exercise. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp [] The post Deadline over, Ministerial panel yet to submit recommendations to end logjam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PSLV Glitches not Linked, will be Fixed; Indias First-time Success Record Strong
Union Minister for Departments of Atomic Energy, Space, S&T, PMO and Personnel Training, Dr Jitendra Singh discusses at a Roundtable interaction with media Indias nuclear ambitions in the SHANTI Bill era. Excerpts: What is the roadmap for the SHANTI Act? The process of making rules to the Act has begun but we are taking time given that this is going to change the entire format of our nuclear energy-related activity opening up to private and non-government sectors and agencies. [] The post PSLV Glitches not Linked, will be Fixed; Indias First-time Success Record Strong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
MLAs proposals will be given due consideration in budget: CM
Legislators seek enhanced allocations Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 24: As part of the ongoing pre-budget consultations for the budget session 2026-27, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah continued his engagement with MLAs from South and North Kashmir districts at the Civil Secretariat, here today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The meeting was attended by Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javaid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Principal Secretary Finance Santosh D. Vaidya, Deputy Commissioners [] The post MLAs proposals will be given due consideration in budget: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The C Factor How Clarity, Concentration and Consistency Beat Board Exam Stress
Dr Ritika Sambyal drritzsam10@gmail.com Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. Abraham Lincoln It is that time of the year again. As winter recedes, a palpable anxiety settles over millions of households across India. Board Exam Season is not merely an academic event; it is a socio-cultural phenomenon. The air thickens with expectations, dining tables turn into war rooms of revision strategy, and the collective blood pressure of [] The post The C Factor How Clarity, Concentration and Consistency Beat Board Exam Stress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Migration or Compulsion? Why students from Jammu are forced to leave Home
Mahi Charak mahicharak06@gmail.com Time, the migration of students from Jammu has been described as a matter of ambition and dreams. Young people, it is often said, leave their homes to explore better opportunities in metropolitan cities. However, this explanation overlooks a harsh reality. For a large number of students from Jammu and the wider Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh regions-migration has gradually become less of a choice and more of a compulsion. The primary reason is the limited availability of opportunities [] The post Migration or Compulsion? Why students from Jammu are forced to leave Home appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chugh rules out division of J&K, says both regions of UT are one entity
Budgam verdict was referendum against NC Govt: Sunil Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Jan 24: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while outrightly rejecting division of Jammu and Kashmir UT by carving out separate States of Kashmir and Jammu, today said that party stands for integrated J&K as a single unit. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Setting all speculations to rest in this regard, party national general secretary and incharge J&K and Ladakh UTs, Tarun Chugh while talking to reporters at the [] The post Chugh rules out division of J&K, says both regions of UT are one entity appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Weather improves in Kashmir, night temps dip
Flight operations, train services restored Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Jan 24: Weather conditions across Kashmir improved today as the Western Disturbance (WD) moved away from Jammu and Kashmir bringing bright sunshine to most parts of the Valley with flight operations and train services back to normal. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp According to the Meteorological Department, the weather is expected to remain largely dry over the next 48 hours. However, another Western Disturbance is likely to approach the region [] The post Weather improves in Kashmir, night temps dip appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CMs Advisor Wani gets Cabinet rank
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs Advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani has been accorded rank and status of a Cabinet Minister. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp An order to this effect was issued today by the General Administration Department (GAD) following approval from the Lieutenant Governor. Wani will be entitled to a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs 80,000, rent-free accommodation and transport facilities. The post CMs Advisor Wani gets Cabinet rank appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kerala secures Rs 1.17 lakh crore investment commitments at WEF Davos
DAVOS, Jan 24 : Kerala has secured investment commitments worth over Rs 1.17 lakh crore (USD 14 billion) at the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, Switzerland, with the state governments high-level delegation successfully showcasing Keralas robust and future-ready industrial ecosystem before global business leaders. The commitments and Expressions of Interest (EoIs) span a wide range of sectors, including renewable energy, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), skill development, financial services, tourism and wellness, medical infrastructure [] The post Kerala secures Rs 1.17 lakh crore investment commitments at WEF Davos appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Beat the clock and crack the exam
Exams ultimately reward preparedness and discipline but above all, they reward those who learn to race the clock
Slaying the demons of the mind
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Education must lend meaning to life
Pay attention to the hearts and minds of children; nurture a moral vision about the role of the self in family, society, nation, world
ED Attaches 3 Immovable Properties Of BMS Trust In Engineering Seat Blocking Scam
The case of seat blocking scam in admission to engineering seats through Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) and collected cash during the admission process over and above the laid down fees.
Silver lining: Woman lives 25 years with a donor heart
Preeti Unhale, 51, has become India's longest-living heart transplant survivor, marking 25 years with a donor heart on January 23, 2026. Facing a critical condition in 2000, she underwent the life-saving procedure at AIIMS, demonstrating remarkable resilience and adherence to lifelong medical discipline.
Backlash over Odishas Koraput district meat ban on Republic Day
The Koraput Collector in Odisha on Friday, January 23, issued a directive banning the sale of non-vegetarian food across the district on Republic Day, a move that critics say infringes upon the right to choice of citizens on a day that is supposed to celebrate it. An order issued by District Collector Manoj Satyawan Mahajan 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 .
Banking Experts Call For Robust Export Finance
Delivering the inaugural address, Dr. Ravindra Sannareddy, managing director of Sri City, said Sri City has emerged as a gateway to global markets, playing a vital role in promoting export-led industrial growth and equipping industries to compete internationally.
Ailing wife in rickshaw van, 70-yr-old in Odisha cycles 600km to hospital & back
A 70-year-old man, Babu Lohar, pedalled his rickshaw van 300km to Cuttack with his ailing wife for medical treatment, refusing help. After two months, he is now making the arduous journey back home, showcasing immense devotion and highlighting the struggles of the poor in accessing healthcare and transport.
Inter Hall Tickets Available Online For Practical Exams: BIE
The principals of junior colleges can download hall tickets with the college login and distribute them to the students. Moreover, there is no need for the signature of the principal and the college stamp on the hall ticket.
Minister Orders Completion Of 5 Lakh Houses By Ugadi
Chairing a high-level review meeting at the State Housing Corporation headquarters in Vijayawada, the minister stressed the need for time-bound execution, coordinated action, and daily monitoring to meet the ambitious target.
Police Rescue Kidnapped Toddler, Arrest Six Accused
Addressing the media on Saturday, additional SP Ravi Manoharachari said the police are producing the accused before the court for remand.
Governor: A Person Has Been Shot, Killed by Federal Officers in Minnesota Amid Immigration Crackdown
Rep. Angie Craig said in a statement that she has seen my own eyes the video of another horrific killing by ICE agents this morning in Minneapolis. This is sickening.
Elusive Tiger on Prowl, Killed Seven Cattle, NSTR Experts to Arrive Today
The forest authorities say that the male adult appears to be aggressive and behaving in an abnormal manner by going on a spree of attacking and killing unlike the normal practice of killing a prey and eating it for one or two days.
Grievances Pour In at TDs Praja Vedika at NTR Bhavan in Vijayawada
Those who attended the programme included MSME minister Kondapalli Srinivas and Vijayawada parliamentary party president Gadde Anuradha.
Two Held For Transporting 171 Kg Of Ganja
A search led to the seizure of 171.2 kg of ganja, two mobile phones, and the van. The arrested were identified as Hanumanthu Durga Prasad, 38, of Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam, and Syed Mubarak, alias Basheer, 36, of Kolar district, Karnataka.
Debut Republic Day in Amaravati Capital Tomorrow
The state government has completed all arrangements to hold the celebrations on Monday, January 26, in a serene and festive atmosphere.
CM Naidu Seeks Improved Performance From Swachh Andhra Corporation
During his visit to Nagari in the Chittoor district as part of the Swarna AndhraSwachh Andhra programme on Saturday, the Chief Minister is learnt to have observed that the corporations activities needed to be strengthened.
India votes against UN resolution censuring Iran
India voted against a UN Human Rights Council resolution condemning Iran's protest crackdown, extending a fact-finding mission. This move, aligning with China and Pakistan, signals India's commitment to non-interference and its strategic interests, particularly concerning the Chabahar port. Iran's envoy lauded India's 'principled and firm support' against what he termed an 'unjust' resolution.
HC Directs GHMC, Endowments Dept to Remove Encroachments at Muslim Jung Bridge
Midde Arun Kumar, counsel for GHMC, submitted that a part of the land continued to be used for the veterinary hospital and goshala. The court expressed concern over the private encroachments and the running of a private hotel on the encroached land.
Reason gives way: victims describe trauma of digital arrest
Roja Slams CM Over Nagari Visit, Alleges Unfulfilled Promises
Roja questioned the governments stand on land resurvey and QR-code-enabled passbooks, alleging double standards, and accused the Chief Minister of betraying Rayalaseemas interests.
Bhatti Says No SCCL Scam, Site Visit Is Old Requirement
He also released evidence to show that the highly-debated `site visit clause was included in tenders during the BRS government tenure, and was also followed by public sector units nationally.
As the annual celebration of folk art, music and handicrafts in the capital city marks its silver jubilee, NT NETWORK takes a closer look at its evolution and the challenges still confronting it KALYANI JHA | NT NETWORK Come January every year, the Darya Sangam at Kala Academy, Panaji, transforms into a vibrant showcase []
Supreme Court judge slams collegium for transfer on government nudge
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan voiced strong dissent over the collegium's decision to transfer Justice Atul Sreedharan, citing executive influence. He argued that such transfers, especially when prompted by the central government, compromise judicial independence and the integrity of the collegium system. Justice Bhuyan emphasized the judiciary's reliance on public faith.
Goa to host Patanjalis largest wellness centre after Haridwar
NT Reporter Panaji Announcing his expansion plans, Yog Guru Baba Ramdev on Saturday said that Goa will soon be home to Patanjali Ayurveds largest wellness centre after Haridwar. He said the project will be developed with support from the state government. Speaking to reporters after conducting a yoga session for government officials at the Yog []
Ayurveda policy to regulate wellness, yoga centres in Goa
PadmavatiPrabhu Panaji The Goa Wellness, Ayurveda and Yoga Policy 2026, which was unveiled by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday, aims to regulate the wellness ecosystem in the state apart from giving a boost to wellness tourism by attracting high-end and quality tourists. The policy is aimed at positioning Goa as a leading national and []
Illegal sand extraction: Cops fail in 19% of cases
Amresh Parab Panaji Goa police have been unable to trace the accused or find evidence in 19% of the cases related to illegal extraction or transportation of sand registered at different police stations in the state in the last three years. According to police data, 99 cases of illegal extraction or transportation of sand have []
Coal Ministry Panel Probes SCCL Tender Cancellation
The committee, comprising Chetan Shukla, deputy director general in the Coal Ministry, and Marapalli Venkateswarlu, director of the technical division, directed SCCL officials to furnish all documents related to the Naini mine development, operation and maintenance (MDO) tender issued on November 28 last year and later cancelled.
Labour party joins electoral alliance led by Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh
Islami Andolan Bangladeshs top leader Gazi Ataur Rahman had claimed that the party quit the alliance after being deprived of justice regarding seat allocations
Board of Peace | The chairmans circle
Donald Trump says the board he proposed to oversee the reconstruction of war-devastated Gaza could become one of the most consequential bodies ever created, but a majority of the countries invited have stayed away from the signing ceremony in Davos
HC: Clear Land Given to Animal Welfare Body
The judge was hearing a writ petition filed by the SPCA which contended that portions of the allotted land were encroached upon a road laid by the GHMC, and part of the land handed over to private parties who established a hotel.
Rs 27-Crore Development Works Launched In Nellore Rural
Municipal commissioner Y.O. Nandan and TD leader Kotamreddy Giridhar Reddy were also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Roop Kumar Yadav said it was a proud moment to take part as the citys first citizen in the launch of such a large number of works with public participation.
St Francis College hosts Crescentia management fest in Hyderabad
Hyderabad:St Francis College for Womens Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Department hosted the 17th edition of Crescentia, its annual national-level management fest, in Hyderabad, on Saturday, January 24, drawing students from colleges across the country. The event brought together academic and co-curricular activities spanning marketing, human resources, finance, entrepreneurship development, business quizzes and the popular 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 .
State Bears Major Cost Of PM Awas Yojana, But Centre Gets Credit: Siddaramaiah
The Chief Minister distributed 42,345 houses constructed by the Housing Board and 46,000 houses built by the Slum Development Board to eligible beneficiaries from various districts of the State.
NEP-2020 undemocratically implemented by Union government: Thorat
Man arrested for misusing name of joint secretary in CMs secretariat to cheat assistant professor
KRRS embarks on co-operative natural farming to fight agrarian crisis
Alagumalai Jallikattu in Tiruppur to be skipped this year
Traffic Snarls After Nampally Fire; Numaish Closed Early
Rescue operations continued late into the evening, with police closing the entire lane near the affected building to allow fire tenders, ambulances and emergency vehicles to operate. The closure led to diversions and spillover congestion on adjoining roads.
District electoral officers will now download the list and display it at panchayat bhavans and block offices in West Bengal
Parvathipuram Residents Seek Restoration of RayagadaGuntur Train Halt at Kuneru
Residents also pointed out gaps in passenger train services, noting that no trains operate from Rayagada to Visakhapatnam between 7 am and 9 am. Similarly, no trains run from Visakhapatnam to Rayagada between 9:30 am and 11:30 am.
Chimbel villagers plan Republic Day protest
NT Reporter Panaji Chimbel villagers opposing the proposed Unity Mall and Prashasan Stambh project have announced a symbolic protest during the state-level Republic Day celebrations at the Goa University ground on Monday, as they intensify their agitation against the project. The villagers held a meeting near Bhagavati Chimbalkarin Talli on Saturday to discuss plans to []
Toyyar lake flow, drainage lines mapped in site survey
NT Reporter Panaji A joint site survey of land earmarked for the proposed Unity Mall at Chimbel began on Saturday and is expected to take three to four days to complete, officials said. The inspection is being conducted in Survey No 40/1 to study the zone of influence and drainage lines of Toyyar lake. The []
Bro Eusebio Miranda to receive TSKKs Fr Antonio Pereira Konkani Puraskar 2026
NT Reporter Panaji Bro Eusebio V Miranda, SFX, has been selected for Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendrs (TSKK) Fr Antonio Pereira Konkani Puraskar 2026, for long-standing service to the Konkani language and culture. TheAntonio Pereira Konkani Puraskarisa prestigious annual award in Goa, instituted by theTSKK,a Jesuit-managed research institution in Goa, to honour eminent Konkani personalities for []
Bus owners union general secy assaulted
NT Reporter Pernem All Goa Private Bus Owners general secretary Sudip Tamhankar was allegedly assaulted by seven persons at the Mapusa New Bus Stand on Saturday afternoon, with Tamhankar claiming the attack was linked to his efforts to expose the illegal registration of interstate buses. The incident occurred at around 2.30 pm when Tamhankars scooter []
Minister Justifies Reduction in CISF in VSP
Making comments on the success of movie stars in politics, Verma said mere glamour was not enough to make a successful political leader.
Over 770 people receive basic life support training
Jyotirao Phule Memorial Park to Be Established in Amaravati; CM to Lay Foundation Stone
Savitha announced that the foundation stone will be laid on April 11 by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, coinciding with the 200th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
Budget 2026: What the past five years say about this years priorities
Budget: expectations would be that it would be yet another opportunity to deepen reforms by pushing manufacturing competitiveness, improving human capital, modernising tax and trade regimes, and reinforcing investment in emerging technologies that will lay out a roadmap for resilient, inclusive, and innovation-led growth.
Palaniswami flays Stalin over bombs being thrown on police vehicle near Perambalur
He says the law and order situation in the State has become a laughing stock
Two-Wheeler Riders Most Vulnerable in Accidents: SP
Dr Ajitha Vejendla said interdepartmental coordination is being strengthened to reduce accidents and fatalities compared to last year.
Man Shot Dead By US Immigration Agents In Minneapolis, 2nd Killing This Month
Federal officers have shot another person in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, Governor Tim Walz said Saturday.
