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Iran army says will target energy, desalination infrastructure after U.S. threats
If Iran's fuel and energy infrastructure is violated by the enemy, all energy, information technology and desalination infrastructure belonging to the U.S. and the regime in the region will be targeted, says Iranian military's operational command Khatam Al-Anbiya
Andhra Pradesh sanctions Rs 60 Cr for 5 compressed biogas plants
Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government on Saturday sanctioned Rs 60 crore for setting up five compressed biogas plants in select urban local bodies to operationalise municipal solid waste-based bio-energy infrastructure. The proposed projects will be taken up in Rajamahendravaram, Nellore, Guntur and Ongole, along with the revival and upgradation of an existing compressed biogas (CBG) 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 .
ICE officers soon will help with airport security unless Democrats end shutdown, Trump says
President Donald Trump says hell order federal immigration officers to take a role soon in airport security unless Democrats agree on a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security
Iran Claims 'Israeli Skies are Defenceless' After Dimona Attack
Israel's skies are defenseless. As a result, it seems the time has come to implement the next pre-designed plans, said Speaker of Iranian Parliament, MB Ghalibaf
Over 100 Injured in Iran Strikes Near Israeli Nuclear Research Center
It was the first time Israels nuclear research center has been targeted in the fighting
Kerala approaches Centre to verify reports of natives death in Israel
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has approached the Centre seeking the authenticity of reports regarding the death of a man from the state in the war-hit region of Israel. When contacted, the NORKA officials told PTI on Saturday that they received the information from a collective of Keralites working in Israel and therefore approached the Centre 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 .
How the Gulf War is affecting gig workers
Its ripple effects are already singeing the lives of daily-wage earners trapped in precarious employment
LeBron James breaks record for most NBA games played
He's got to be insane, 27-year-old teammate Austin Reaves said of James's continued appetite for excellence. Can't be normal things going on in his brain to do it so well at such a high level.
Cuba announces second nationwide blackout in less than a week
A otal disconnection of the national electricity system took place, the Energy Ministry said in a post on X, adding that work had begun to restore power.
NHAI turns on AI dashcams for smarter highway monitoring
The National Highways Authority of India will use advanced AI dashcams on 40,000 km of highways. This initiative aims to improve road maintenance and safety through data-driven operations. High-resolution imagery will help identify over 30 types of defects. Night surveys will assess road signs and lighting.
Shockwave of war is rippling through the global economy
Global business surveys for March are expected to show a synchronized weakening across manufacturing and services, offering an initial glimpse of economic damage from the Middle East conflict. Central banks are responding to rising energy prices and inflation risks, with some shelving easing plans and others tightening their bias. Investors are reassessing rate cut expectations amid these developments.
LIVE: Trump Warns Iran: Open Hormuz or Face Power Plant Strikes
Trump who is facing increasing pressure at home to secure the strait as oil prices soar issued the ultimatum in a social media post
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz blockade
Israeli officials said that Iranian forces had for the first time fired long-range missiles, expanding the risk of attacks beyond West Asia, even as an Iranian strike injured dozens of people not far from Israels nuclear site.
Trump's 'Obliterate' Threat To Iran If Hormuz Doesn't Open In 48 Hours
US Israel Iran War: Trump Threatens To 'Obliterate' Iran Power Plants If Strait Of Hormuz Doesn't Open In 48 Hours
ATF Price Hike Likely to Impact Airfares from April 1: Aviation Minister
Amid ongoing regional tensions, the ministry emphasized that maintaining safe flight operations remains a top priority
CBI quizzes 3 ex-senior execs of Anil Ambani group in fraud probe
An Iranian missile struck Dimona, Israel, injuring at least 47 people, including a seriously wounded 12-year-old boy. The missile hit a community building, causing nearby houses to collapse. Israel's air defenses failed to intercept the ballistic missile, prompting an investigation by the IDF and a call for restraint from the IAEA.
In call with Iran president, PM Modi slams infra attacks, says ship lanes must stay open
Pezeshkian Urges India To Use Brics Role To End Hostilities
The war has shown no signs of abating
Two days long exhibition by FaMa inaugurated in Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: A two day long exhibition, showcasing the latest in luxury fashion and lifestyle from top designers across India, by FaMa was today inaugurated in Jammu. Click here to watch video The exhibition is drawing strong and positive response from customers, who said they are excited to get high end products under one roof. It is being held at Radisson Blu, The event encompassing a diverse collection from over 30 designers, ranging from couture to western [] The post Two days long exhibition by FaMa inaugurated in Jammu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sharda University celebrates 9th cultural fest Belliatus Cultura
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Celebrating the vibrant culture, traditions and unity of Northeast India, Sharda University, Greater Noida today organized the 9th Edition of the Northeast Cultural Fest Belliatus Cultura at the Anand Swaroop Auditorium., The event was inaugurated with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by distinguished dignitaries including Y K Gupta, Pro Chancellor, Sharda University, Prashant Gupta, CEO, Sharda Corporation, Priyanka J Gupta, Trustee, Sharda Corporation, Pari Bishnoi, Deputy Commissioner, Sikkim House, Vice Chancellor Dr Sibaram Khara [] The post Sharda University celebrates 9th cultural fest Belliatus Cultura appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JUIT celebrates 25 years of educational excellence, showcases achievements
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Celebrating 25 years of academic excellence, Jaypee University of Information Technology (JUIT) has emerged as a premier institution in technical education, research and innovation, significantly contributing to positioning Himachal Pradesh as a preferred destination for quality higher education. In this regard, a press meet was organised by JUIT to highlight their achievements. Addressing the conference, Prof Tiratha Raj Singh, Associate Dean (Innovation) and Media In-charge, outlined the objective of the interaction and emphasized the universitys [] The post JUIT celebrates 25 years of educational excellence, showcases achievements appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Union Cabinets approval of a Rs 2,584.60 crore Small Hydro Power Development Scheme marks a significant inflexion point in Indias renewable energy trajectory, with particular relevance for the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. In regions where energy scarcity coexists paradoxically with vast hydropower potential, the shift toward decentralised, small-scale hydro projects is a strategic necessity. For decades, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh have remained energy-deficient despite possessing an estimated hydropower potential exceeding 20,000 MW. The UTs [] The post Small Hydro Power Push appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Galwan Valley In the Long Shadow of Conflict and Memory
Alaknanda Mahajan & Manvika Bamba alakmahajan26@gmail.com Bollywood superstar Salman Khans upcoming film now renamed as Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace is set to bring one of the most painful and defining episodes of contemporary Indian history to the big screen. The film is based on a series of violent skirmishes between Indian and Chinese troops in eastern Ladakh in June 2020. It revisits a moment that shook the nation, altered the dynamics of India-China relations, and permanently etched the [] The post The Galwan Valley In the Long Shadow of Conflict and Memory appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indian Civilization Vs India The Man Indian Civilization (Not India) Refuses to Thank
Prof Suresh Chander suresh.chander@gmail.com Land Is Not Civilization We repeat, almost ritualistically, that India is eternal. We celebrate the rivers, the monsoon, the mountains. We sing, (Is desh ki Dharti sona ugle) this land yields gold. The metaphor reassures us that fertile geography guarantees permanence. But geography guarantees nothing except physical continuity. The Nile still flows. The Tigris and Euphrates still irrigate fields. Italys plains still produce grain. Yet Pharaonic Egypt is gone. Imperial Rome dissolved. Abbasid Baghdad never [] The post Indian Civilization Vs India The Man Indian Civilization (Not India) Refuses to Thank appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kaan Sakhiyan A Vibrant Duggar Tradition
Dr Rakesh Verma rakeshforests@gmail.com Kaan Sakhiyan is a beautiful and deeply rooted regional celebration originating from the Duggar region, particularly observed during the auspicious nine nights of Navratra. While its presence is now more prominent in the villages and smaller towns of the area, its essence remains a powerful testament to the regions rich cultural heritage. At its core, Kaan Sakhiyan revolves around the coming together of young girls, who, infused with devotion, excitement, and a strong sense of unity, [] The post Kaan Sakhiyan A Vibrant Duggar Tradition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
64 killed in attack on Sudan healthcare facility: WHO
13 children among 64 killed in attack on Sudan hospital, says WHO chief
Dr Sanjeev Puri purisanjeev1@yahoo.co.in This is the story of 57 years of modern transport in late 19th to mid 20th century in the Princely State of Jammu and Kashmir in the Dogra Maharajas rule under Partap Singh and Hari Singh, when the state was connected to the British India by rail. It was a dream project of Partap Singh costing a sum of Rs 9.60 Lakh lent by the Dharmarth Trust and this amount was recovered from revenue collected from [] The post Railways Heritage in Ruins appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Resilience Across Borders From Jammu & Kashmir to Dubai
Bageshree Charak Jamwal farijamwal@gmail.com For nearly a decade, Dubai has been the rhythm of my daily life, the city where ambitions grow as steadily as the desert skyline. It is a place where innovation rises from the sands, where cultures from across the world converge, and where the impossible often feels merely like the next project waiting to be built. From its bustling financial districts to its serene desert horizons, Dubai embodies a spirit of optimism and opportunity that continues [] The post Resilience Across Borders From Jammu & Kashmir to Dubai appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The latest fraud unearthed in the Jammu Central Cooperative Bank is not an aberration-it is part of a disturbing and recurring pattern within banking institutions. The modus operandi remains strikingly familiar: misuse of privileged access, manipulation of internal systems, and diversion of depositors money into personal or relatives accounts through digital channels. That such practices continue to surface despite repeated regulatory advisories raises fundamental questions about governance and accountability. It is not the absence of safeguards but their systematic dilution [] The post Cooperative Bank Fraud appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Poetry that blends philosophy and personal pain
Dr Rakesh K Pandit 7pandit77@gmail.com Book Name: Peediyu Ki Peer (Masnavi Poetry) Author: Deepak Sopori Pages: 91 Price: Rs. 179 The book titled Peediyu Ki Peer presents heartfelt human emotions and brings a depth of understanding and sensitivity of the author Deepak Sopori. This collection, his maiden poetry anthology, explores the themes, including fearless conscience, duty, longing, sorrow, conflict, truth and self-discovery. The themes explored in the book are diverse and wide-ranging. The poems are crafted in simple manner with [] The post Poetry that blends philosophy and personal pain appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Silent Goodbye of Harish Rana
Dr. Daisy Parihar daisy.parihar@gmail.com There are stories that make headlines for a day and then disappear. And then there are stories that never truly leave they settle quietly into the heart, lingering long after the noise fades. Harish Ranas story is one of those. It is not just the story of a young man. It is the story of a dream that once shone brightly, of parents who refused to give up, of years filled with hope and helplessness, [] The post The Silent Goodbye of Harish Rana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Omar concerned over West Asia war, its impact
Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Mar 21: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed concern over the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its global impact. Speaking to reporters after offering Eid prayers at Hazratbal here, the Chief Minister called for an immediate end to what he described as an unjust war against Iran launched by the United States of America and Israel. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp We should have only one prayer today-that this unjust war should end as [] The post Omar concerned over West Asia war, its impact appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
India safer, stronger under Modis leadership: Sat Sharma
BJP holds Kissan Mela, meeting Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: J&K BJP president and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma CA addressed an organizational meeting of district Akhnoor. J&K BJP vice-president, Bharat Bhushan, district president, Akhnoor Kuldeep Sharma, MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat, former Minister Bali Bhagat, former MLA, Rajiv Sharma, and senior leaders including Vinay Mahajan, Daljit Singh Chib, Jagdish Bhagat, and Captain (retd) Daler Singh, among others attended the meeting. Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, directed the party activists [] The post India safer, stronger under Modis leadership: Sat Sharma appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Diplomats, Indian diaspora enjoy Hindi film at Shanghai consulate
BEIJING, Mar 21: Over 100 people, including members of the diplomatic corps and friends of India, watched a special screening of a popular Hindi film showcasing its power of building bridges at the Culture Centre of Indian Consulate in Shanghai. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, directed by Zoya Akhtar, was screened for the guests on Friday when Consul General Pratik Mathur said: Indian movies remain a strong calling card of Indias soft power here in China. Mathur underlined the importance of [] The post Diplomats, Indian diaspora enjoy Hindi film at Shanghai consulate appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG expresses gratitude to PM, Union Minister
Release of central share of Rs 111.66 cr Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Panchayati Raj and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying (MoFAHD), Rajiv Ranjan Singh, for the release of the central share of Rs. 111.66 Cr to implement the approved fisheries development project in the UT of Jammu Kashmir. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: I am grateful [] The post LG expresses gratitude to PM, Union Minister appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ladakh athletes shine at All India Inter-University Taekwondo Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KARGIL, Mar 21: On the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, a moment of pride and celebration has come for Ladakh as its Taekwondo athletes delivered outstanding performances at the All India Inter-University Taekwondo Championships 2026. Continuing an impressive legacy, taekwondo players from Ladakh have maintained a consistent medal-winning streak at the national level since 2021, showcasing exceptional talent, discipline and determination. Adding to this, International Taekwondo player Shahnaz Parveen clinched a Gold Medal at the prestigious championship held [] The post Ladakh athletes shine at All India Inter-University Taekwondo Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modis competence, foresight protected India from global crisis: Rajnath
HALDWANI (Uttarakhand), Mar 21: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modis competence and foresight for safeguarding India from the ripple effects of global instability, asserting that the country has remained secure despite the escalating conflict in West Asia. Speaking at an event here on the completion of four years of the Pushkar Singh Dhami-led governments second term in Uttarakhand, the defence minister backed the prime ministers stance that war is not a solution and called for [] The post PM Modis competence, foresight protected India from global crisis: Rajnath appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Models with Down syndrome in Romania strike pose for World Down Syndrome Day
BUCHAREST (Romania), Mar 21 : Dozens of models with Down syndrome strutted down a catwalk at a fashion show in Romanias capital for an evening celebrating style, atypical beauty and courage to mark World Down Syndrome Day. The SEEN Anonymous Seamstresses Gala in Bucharest brought together designers from across the country, who created garments with great kindness, care and creativity for young people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. Georgeta Bucur, the president of Down Plus Association Bucharest, which [] The post Models with Down syndrome in Romania strike pose for World Down Syndrome Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan wont allow terrorists from Afghanistan to spoil peace: Munir
ISLAMABAD, Mar 21: Pakistan will not allow terrorists operating from Afghanistan to spoil peace and endanger its security, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir said on Saturday. Munir visited Kurram on the border with Afghanistan to spend Eid-ul-Fitr with the troops and officers, where he offered Eid prayers, according to a statement by the army. During his interaction with troops and officers, he lauded their achievements during Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, aimed at dismantling terrorist [] The post Pakistan wont allow terrorists from Afghanistan to spoil peace: Munir appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Youth found hanging at Malik Market
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: A 20-year-old youth died after he was found hanging inside his rented accommodation in Malik Market area here, officials said. Salman Miyan, son of Rahim Miyan of Kedar Parsa, Rasulpur, Bihar, at present Umar Colony, Malik Market, Jammu, was spotted hanging from the ceiling fan inside his rented accommodation with the help of a dupatta by his family members on March 20, they said. Accordingly, he was taken to Government Medical College Jammu the same [] The post Youth found hanging at Malik Market appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Elderly Jammu man gets new lease of life with AI knee surgery at Amritsar hospital
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: An 85-year-old Jammu resident Chaman Lal has undergone a bilateral knee replacement surgery at a hospital in Amritsar, offering him renewed mobility and improved quality of life. The complex procedure was performed by noted orthopedic surgeon Dr Ranjit Singh using the advanced AI-powered 3D Robolens Technique. Chaman Lal had long been suffering from severe knee pain and limited movement due to age-related degeneration, making daily activities difficult. His medical condition was further complicated by a [] The post Elderly Jammu man gets new lease of life with AI knee surgery at Amritsar hospital appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
KPC, YMA pay tribute to Sangrampora martyrs, demand judicial probe
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: The Kashmiri Pandit Conference (KPC) and Yukhant Mandli Ashram (YMA) today offered their heartfelt homage to the innocent Kashmiri Pandit martyrs of the Sangrampora massacre of March 21-22, 1997-one of the most tragic and painful chapters in the history of the community. In the quiet village of Sangrampora in Budgam district, seven innocent Kashmiri Pandits were brutally dragged from their homes and shot dead in a targeted act of terror. These martyrs included Sanjay Bhat, [] The post KPC, YMA pay tribute to Sangrampora martyrs, demand judicial probe appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DF&SS protests against hike in prices of commodities, adulteration
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Activists of Dogra Front & Shiv Sena (DF&SS), here today, under the leadership of their president, Ashok Gupta, organised a protest rally against the hike in the prices of flowers and alleged adulteration in the consumable items for fasting people. Addressing the protesters, Gupta said while on Eid, prices of certain commodities used in the festival are fixed by the government but on the other hand during Navratras and Karwachauth, the much used thing like [] The post DF&SS protests against hike in prices of commodities, adulteration appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Kashmir Sahayak Samiti (KSS) today organized a function at Sharika Bhawan, Village Enclave, Trikuta Nagar in Jammu. A large number of devotees participated in the function. Women from Trikuta Nagar and nearby areas assembled in large numbers, singing bhajans and kirtans with devotion and enthusiasm, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. During the function, which reflected the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the Kashmiri Pandit community, married women were presented with salt and atghat (a [] The post KSS holds function appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
7 injured in Nowshera road accident
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Mar 21: At least seven persons were injured when three vehicles including a truck, collided near a Tunnel in Nowshera area of district Rajouri this evening. Reports said a road accident occurred near Nowshera Tunnel when a truck bearing registration number JK01AS-6691, reportedly being driven rashly and in negligent manner, collided with two vehicles coming from the opposite direction, including an Alto K-10 (JK02C-9450) and an Eeco (JK11E-4885). In the incident, seven persons sustained injuries. They were [] The post 7 injured in Nowshera road accident appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ch Mandeep appointment Kisan Cong Coordinator
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Mandeep Choudhary Randhawa from Jammu district (R) has been appointed as National Coordinator of All India Kisan Congress. The appointment of Ch Mandeep Randhawa as National Coordinator has triggered a wave of appreciation across Jammu & Kashmir, with farmers and political leaders appreciating and projecting him as a true farmers voice and a grassroots representative of the agricultural community. The appointment, announced by Sukhpal Singh Khaira, Chairman All India Kisan Congress, has been described as [] The post Ch Mandeep appointment Kisan Cong Coordinator appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Great Miscommunication Triggers Stunning losses
shivaji sarkar Its about miscommunication and unfathomed losses. Never has the Gulf wars jolted India so hard. Indias recent anxiety over a supposed petroleum and LPG shortage is less a story of actual scarcity and more a case study in poor official communication. There may well be supply pressures in parts of the system, but the situation was far from a nationwide crisis. Communication builds trust. Yet an ill-timed advisory reportedly restricting LPG supplies to industrial and commercial users triggered [] The post The Great Miscommunication Triggers Stunning losses appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Unidentified man found dead near ASCOMS Sidhra
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: An unidentified man was found dead under mysterious circumstances near ASCOMS in the Sidhra area here today. Officials said that some passersby noticed a man lying unconscious at Majheen near ASCOMS and informed the police. Accordingly, a team from Police Post Sidhra reached the spot and shifted the man to Government Medical College Jammu, where doctors declared him brought dead. While the body has been kept in the mortuary for post-mortem and identification, police have [] The post Unidentified man found dead near ASCOMS Sidhra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Eid diplomacy: Bangladesh PM Rahman seeks stronger ties in letter to PM Modi
Outreach Comes After PM's Greetings
Quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston: 'There are no regrets in life. Just lessons.'
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Ex-judges, diplomats flag bias in USCIRF religious freedom report
CAPF bill earmarking IG to DG positions for IPS officers to be tabled in Parliament soon
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The Bahujan Samaj Party founders name is being invoked by the leaders in Uttar Pradesh across political lines over the past two weeks and his supporters say that the architect of Dalit consciousness is being resurrected for the States Assembly poll next year, finds Mayank Kumar
West Asia war takes toll on highway builders as prices start to bite
Sharp inflation in offing after assembly polls, alleges Rahul
According to police, there had been frequent arguments between mother and daughter in recent days.
Naidu Wants TTD Temples To Become Tech-Driven Spiritual Hubs
The CM stressed the use of technology to ensure transparency, efficiency, and better management of temple activities.
Indian refiners eye Iranian oil stuck at sea as US eases curbs
Universities should adopt modern syllabus to meet global needs: Vice-President
Transgender rights Bill: Minister skips key meeting with NCTPmembers
CM Gupta meets PM, discusses Delhis development
BJP holds training camps in 103 wards
Chilly winds sweep city as minimum temp. drops to 13C
Staring at energy and fertiliser crisis if war continues: Rajnath
'No Country, Including India, Will Be Spared'
Kerala Assembly elections 2026:Perumbavoor set for keen fight amid MLA rebellion, BJPTwenty20 tie-up
The constituency has kept shifting its allegiance between the Left Democratic Front and the United Democratic Front, though not very frequently
A harrowing time but home at last, recalls crew member of Indian-flagged ship
Srinagar Court clears name, identity change after conversion to Islam
Inter-faith marriage, delayed disclosure after family shifted to Kashmir Rattan Singh Gill Jammu/Srinagar, Mar 21 In a significant ruling reflecting the complexities of identity and demography in Jammu and Kashmir, a court in Srinagar has directed authorities to officially recognise conversion to Islam by a family from Janipur, Jammu16 years after they embraced the faith. [] The post Srinagar Court clears name, identity change after conversion to Islam appeared first on Northlines .
Vision of World Water Day in 2042
Dr. Nandkumar M. Kamat The morning of March 22, 2042, did not arrive in silence. It arrived with a slow, relentless soundthe inward breathing of the sea. Across Goa, the tides of the Arabian Sea had begun to move differently over the past decade. Not violently, not dramatically, but persistently. Each year, the saline front []
4, Including Teenager, Held For 2 Thefts
When they returned in the evening, they found the lock broken and realised that their gold jewellery had been taken away.
43 accident spots identified in state, Porvorim stretch tops list
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji A total of 43 accident spots comprising 30 black spots and 13 accident-prone zones have been identified across Goa for 2024, with the Vadakade-Porvorim stretch on National Highway 66 recording 94 accidents over three years, according to data tabled before the State Road Safety Council. The north district accounts []
Three major Cortalim projects in neglect: Alina
NT Reporter Vasco All three major projects constructed in the Cortalim constituency at the initiative of then MLA Matanhy Saldanha are either not in use or in a bad shape. These include the T B da Cunha Sports Complex at Cansaulim, a market complex at Cortalim, and another at Zuarinagar. Former MLA Alina Saldanha said []
GFP objects to Yuris barbs against Vijai, questions Congress intent
NT Reporter Ponda Stating that remarks made by Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao describing Goa Forward Party (GFP) President Vijai Sardesai as Judas and a setter are unacceptable, GFP General Secretary Durgadas Kamat questioned whether the Congress genuinely seeks the partys support for the upcoming bypoll campaign. The remarks have triggered fresh tensions between the []
VCK under compulsion to consider local candidates, says Thirumavalavan
He also recalls the opinion of the DMK that the party lost in the Arakkonam and Vanur constituencies because its candidates were outsiders
Ponda bypoll: Roys outreach to Dalvi sparks political buzz
NT Reporter Ponda As campaigning for the Ponda bypoll scheduled on April 9 gathers pace, BJP candidate Ritesh Naik is intensifying efforts to consolidate support. The partys decision to field Ritesh, son of former Chief Minister Ravi Naik, has not gone down well with aspirant Vishwanath Dalvi, who was reportedly upset after being overlooked, triggering []
AAP candidate begins campaign from Khadpabandh
NT Reporter Ponda The Aam Aadmi Party, on Saturday, formally launched its campaign for the Ponda bypoll. Party candidate Geetesh Naik visited Nagesh Maharudra temple at Nagueshi and Shri Zareshwar temple at Khadpabandh and sought blessings of the deities. Naik began his door-to-door campaign from his ancestral home in Khadpabandh after seeking blessings of Rakhandar []
Road deaths up 13% despite fall in Jan-Feb fatalities last yr
Amresh Parab Panaji While the state recorded nearly a six per cent drop in road accident fatalities in 2025, deaths have risen by over 13 per cent in the first two months of this year compared to the corresponding period last year. Between January and February this year, 41 persons were killed in road accidents, []
On World Poetry Day, youth are reclaiming verse as an accessible medium to slow down, find community and make sense of their experiences VINIKA VISWAMBHARAN NT NETWORK In a fast-paced world, poetry continues to find space. It does not try to keep up; instead, it creates a pause that stays with the reader. Today, on []
Rs 3cr spent on Sarkar Tumchya Dari, govt admits no audit conducted
NT Reporter Panaji The Goa government spent Rs 3.65 crore on the 12 Sarkar Tumchya Dari programmes organised in the year 2021 and 2022. In Ponda, it was organised for the first time this year, however, the expenditure bills of this event were yet to be submitted. This information was revealed by Chief Minister Pramod []
Plans afoots to mobilise Konkani groups for Maha Sammelan in May
NT Reporter Margao A delegation of the Global Romi Lipi Abhiyan met leaders and representatives of various Konkani associations to discuss and plan the upcoming Maha Sammelan. The delegation, comprising president Kennedy Afonso and secretary Michael Gracias, held discussions on preparations for the first Konknni Sahitya ani Sonskrutik Maha Sammelan scheduled to be held on []
Eid ul-Fitr celebrated with fervour across state
NT Reporter Valpoi/Pernem Eid ul-Fitr was celebrated with devotion and communal harmony in Valpoi, as hundreds of members of the Muslim community gathered at the Eidgah ground to offer special prayers, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. From the early hours of the morning, the Eidgah premises came alive with devotees dressed []
Cong calls for permanent solution to pollution affecting River Sal
NT Reporter Margao The Benaulim Congress Block has called for a permanent solution to the pollution affecting the River Sal, while questioning the recent beautification work undertaken at Khareband. The block said there is an urgent need to identify and stop all sources releasing raw sewage into the river. Addressing a press briefing, members questioned []
Sharp dip in sugarcane cultivation over last 5 yrs, 45% fewer ryots involved
NT Reporter Panaji Goa has witnessed a sharp decline in sugarcane cultivation over the last five years, with almost 45 per cent fewer farmers growing the crop and a corresponding drop in the area under cultivation, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the State Legislative Assembly. According to the data tabled in the ongoing assembly session, []
Attack By Monkeys Causes Old Womans Death
It is said family members of the woman have not bothered to lodge any complaint about the incident.
PM Modi urges Iran to keep critical shipping lanes open
PTI New Delhi In a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned attacks on critical infrastructure in West Asia and called for keeping the critical shipping lanes open and secure, amid major disruption in global energy supplies in view of Tehrans blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Significantly, []
Kamal urges media to drop censorship in context of films
Government Decides to Remove Domestic Airfare Caps from Mar 23
The ministry also stressed that any instance of excessive or unjustified surge in fares, if observed particularly during periods of peak demand, disruptions, or exigencies, would be viewed seriously.
Punjab minister resigns over govt employee suicide
PTI Chandigarh Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar tendered his resignation from the state cabinet on Saturday after Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asked him to step down amid allegations of abetment of suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, the district manager of the Punjab State Warehousing Corporation in Amritsar, allegedly took his []
Himalayan glacier melt doubles, threatens billions
PTI Kathmandu Glaciers across the Hindu Kush Himalaya are melting at an accelerating rate with ice loss rates doubling since 2000 even as they lost 12% of their area between 1990 and 2020, two reports by International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) said on Saturday. Coinciding with the World Day for Glaciers, observed annually []
