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One year on, Poonch still haunted by night of shelling, loss, and unfulfilled promises

A year after the devastating cross-border shelling in Poonch that claimed 14 civilian lives, including four children, the scars of that tragic ni

Odisha CM Advocates Two-Coast Model for Indias Development Boost

Bhubaneswar, May 7: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi has called for a two-coast strategy to accelerate the next phase of industrial deve

NCRB: Fake notes with Rs 55 crore face value confiscated in 2024

From US-Iran Nuclear Deal to Enduring Geopolitical Conflicts

Prof. D. Mukherjee mukhopadhyay.dinabandhu@gmail.com Tensions over Irans nuclear ambitions arise from decades of geopolitical mistrust, technolog

The emergence of Indian Knowledge Systems

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in Indian Knowledge System is just not about merely knowing about some ancestral knowledge. It must be our e

Justice Yashwant Varma continues as HC judge despite resignation

Much ado about women empowerment

Prof M K Bhat drmkb1963@ gmail.com The much ado about women empowerment has come to a halt with the failing of the bill in the parliament and bot

Producer R. B. Choudary dies in road accident; Vijay cries inconsolably, Rajinikanth, Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi pay heartfelt tribute

Veteran film producer R. B. Choudary died in a tragic road accident near Udaipur on Tuesday, shocking the South film industry. The founder of Sup

Bhagwant Mann blames BJP for blasts, party threatens legal action to oust CM

When Numbers Protest: CFO Exit, Auditor Dissent, and New Grammar of Corporate Risk in India

The 70-crore lawsuit filed by former IndusInd Bank executive Gobind Jain against IndusInd Bank and the Reserve Bank of India highlights larger co

CEC directs West Bengal officials to ensure zero post-poll violence

This directive came amid concerns over law and order in parts of the State, with the Election Commission closely monitoring the situation

Should court spend so much time on religion cases: Supreme Court

CM inaugurates multi-purpose sports complex, PHC block at Tangmarg, Gulmarg

Excelsior Correspondent TANGMARG/GULMARG, May 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated a state-of-the-art multi-purpose indoor sports co

Punjab Kings pay for poor fielding as SRH OutKlaas them to top points table

HYDERABAD, May 6: A profligate Punjab Kings put down catches at the drop of a hat as Sunrisers Hyderabad buried them under a huge total, winning

On Op Sindoor anniversary, Joint Commanders Conference begins today; Rajnath to attend

Security challenges before country to come up for review Major focus on indigenization and Aatmanirbharta Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 6: On first a

India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership; call for freedom of navigation in South China Sea

NEW DELHI, May 6 : India and Vietnam on Wednesday elevated their ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership and set a USD 25 billion

Bangladesh hopes no pushback after BJPs win in elections

DHAKA, May 6: Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday expressed hope that people will not be pushed in his country after the BJPs

Those neglected now getting highest priority in new era of J&Ks progress: LG

Border villages backbone of India Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Our border villages are the inheritors of a rich tradition of courage and

China warns Japan over missile use, flags remilitarisation concerns

BEIJING, May 6 : China on Wednesday sharply criticised Japans for firing Type 88 missiles during a joint maritime exercise exercises, warning tha

Bengals first BJP govt to take oath on May 9; Modi, Shah likely to attend

KOLKATA, May 6: The first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal will be sworn in at the Brigade Parade Ground here on May 9, her

Shanghai Archery WC: Compound teams flop, return empty-handed

SHANGHAI, May 6: Indian compound mens and womens teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Arch

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant killed in point-blank shooting in Bengal days after BJP's poll victory

The personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in West Bengal days after the BJP

Indias disappointing campaign at World TT ends

LONDON, May 6: Indias underwhelming campaign at the World Table Tennis Team Championships ended with womens 1-3 loss to USA in the round of 32 he

Akanksha exits, other Indian seeded players progress

TUMAKURU, May 6: The exit of eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture in the womens singles was the lone jarring note in an otherwise impressive secon

Ban on bilateral sports with Pak to continue, multi-national events exempted: Ministry

NEW DELHI, May 6: The Sports Ministry on Wednesday said the blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan that was imposed last year will

4 states account for 41% of NEET (UG) aspirants

Bihar Prepares for Cabinet Expansion Ceremony at Gandhi Maidan

Patna, May 7: Bihar is set to witness a significant cabinet expansion on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP National President Nitin Nab

Nora Fatehi Challenges Stereotypes of Good Girls in Society

Mumbai, May 7: Actress and dancer Nora Fatehi continues to make headlines with her stunning dance moves. On Wednesday, she shared her thoughts on

CBI Files Charges Against Builders and Officials in Home Buying Fraud Case

New Delhi, May 7: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charges in a significant home buying fraud case involving large-scale decep

Hormuz appears set for reopening as US, Iran announce lifting blockades

The Strait of Hormuz appeared set to reopen after the US and Iran announced steps to lift blockades on the crucial global shipping route. US Pres

Sorkari baksa deficit skul aro college-rango kam kagiparangni toma chusokja

CPF scheme-ni bidingo dilsretna jotton kaa ine skigiparang matnanga SHILLONG: Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised

Conquering Zojila Barrier

For most of the world, distance has become an abstraction. Motorways, high-speed rail, and modern logistics have compressed geography into irrele

Secretary, PWD Ladakh Reviews Progress of Leh and Kargil Bhawans in New Delhi

Excelsior correspondent NEW DELHI, May 06 : Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Union Territory of Ladakh, conduct

Rising Temperatures in Jammu: Ignored Climate Warning?

Sonia Kashyap soniakashyap928@gmail.com The mercury is rising and so is the alarm. Jammu, the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is sweltering un

Shillong airport-ko dalbate tarina mamong sorkari contract-ko onaha: CM

Ja 15-ni gisepon kamrangko matchotnaba gnang SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko tourism aro rea doani cholrangko tangdoatna gita Shillong airport-ni runwa

Around 10,000 devotees pay homage on 5th day of sacred exposition of holy relics of Tathagata

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, May 6 : Around 10,000 devotees visited Jivetsal on Thursday as the fifth day of the Buddha relics veneration brought

Japan Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in health, medical devices

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 6: Japan Minister for Science & Technology Policy and Minister of State for Space Policy, ONODA Kimi, acco

Dr Darakhshan inaugurates beautification project at Sarbal

*Lays foundation for works at Aishmuqam Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson, Dr Syed Darakhshan

Sakeena reviews recruitment process of various departments, SKIMS

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 6: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a hi

U.S. fires on Iranian oil tanker as Trump pressures Tehran for deal to end war

A fighter jet shot out the rudder of the tanker in the Gulf of Oman as it tried to breach the American blockade of Irans ports, U.S. Central Comm

Empowerment of Meghalaya Tourism Champions program-ko Umiam-o ongata

Tourism-ko chusokgipa ongatna pilakkon bakrime kam kachina CM didia SHILLONG: Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya program-ko Budbar sal

Gaurav meets Tarun Chugh, discusses key political issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: J&K BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta today called on National general sec

Cabinet expansion delay exposes rift: Purnima

NC on ventilator Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6,: BJP spokesperson J&K and former Deputy Mayor, Purnima Sharma launched a scathing attack o

NDA Government in Assam Set to Take Oath on May 12 for Third Consecutive Term

Guwahati, May 7: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is poised to take oath on May 12 in Assam. This

Sethi reviews development initiatives in Ambphalla, Bajalta Mandals

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Senior BJP leader and MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi, on Wednesday chaired separate organizational meetings

TB aro NCD-na Screening Drive-ko June jaona ongatgen

AMPATI: 100 Days Tuberculosis (TB) Campaign-ni ningo TB aro Non-Communicable Disease (NCD)-na Screening Drive dakani program-ko South West Garo H

India and Vietnam Strengthen Economic Ties in Key Meeting

New Delhi, May 7: A significant meeting took place on Wednesday in the national capital, aimed at enhancing economic and strategic cooperation be

INDIA bloc cracks as Congress snaps 11-year-old DMK ties

'Lutnick misled Americans': Democrats drop BOMBSHELL on Commerce Secretary's Epstein testimony

India Exits Early from ITTF World Table Tennis Championship Round of 32

London, May 7: Indias journey in the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championship 2026 ended disappointingly. Both the mens and womens teams faced d

FIR Demanded Against Actor Vijay in Madras High Court Over Tax Irregularities

Chennai, May 7: A writ petition has been filed in the Madras High Court demanding the registration of an FIR against actor Vijay, who is also the

Vietnam President Honored at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Strengthening India-Vietnam Relations

New Delhi, May 7: A banquet was hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in honor of Vietnams President, To Lam. Vice President C

Naga Chaitanya Celebrates 15 Years of 100 Percent Love with Fond Memories

Mumbai, May 7: South Indian cinemas beloved actor Naga Chaitanya recently marked the 15th anniversary of his Telugu romantic comedy film, 100 Per

Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar Resigns from Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, May 7: Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar has resigned from her Rajya Sabha seat. According to the Parliament bulletin,

Bengal bloodshed: Suvendus PA killed in car near Kolkata

BEML Recruitment 2026: Apply for 27 Positions Including Senior Manager by May 14

Bengaluru, May 7: Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) has officially announced recruitment for 27 positions, including Senior Manager. Eligible ca

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Pledges Support for Farmers Amid Wheat Procurement

Bhopal, May 7: The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, has assured that the government will purchase every grain from farmers and will

SRH Sets Massive Target of 236 Runs Against PBKS in IPL 2026

Hyderabad, May 7: In the 49th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has set a daunting target of 236 runs for

West Bengal: Security pared back in Mamata Banerjees Kalighat

Ishan Khatter to Star in Comedy Film Jugaadu

Mumbai, May 7: Actor Ishan Khatter is set to appear in his first comedy-drama film Jugaadu following the global success of his previous film Home

EC foiled 68L cyber hits on counting day

Punjabs Law and Order Deteriorates Under Bhagwant Manns Government: Rajiv Ranjan

Patna, May 7: Rajiv Ranjan, the national spokesperson for the Janata Dal United (JDU), expressed his views on recent bombings in Punjab, the poli

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Bihars Leadership Changes Ahead of Cabinet Expansion

Patna, May 6: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary is set to expand his cabinet on Thursday. In a pointed remark, Tejashwi Yadav, the National E

Samba police arrests drug peddler, seizes 3.16 grams of heroin

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 6: Intensifying its drive against drug smugglers/peddlers in the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, Samba police has

Suvendu Adhikari calls killing of aide Chandranath Rath 'pre-planned murder'; appeals not to take law into own hands

NIA chargesheets Hyderabad doctor, two others in ISIS-linked bioterror conspiracy

'Minnesota fraudsters got rich': JD Vance TORCHES fraud scheme targeting welfare funds

Bulldozer Action Against Criminals Planned in West Bengal, Says BJP Leader Nishith Pramanik

Kolkata, May 7: BJP leader Nishith Pramanik and MP Khagen Murmu have responded to issues of infiltration and the leadership of the TMC. They also

The Untold Story of Prem Dhawan: How Manoj Kumar Changed His Destiny

Mumbai, May 7: Renowned lyricist Prem Dhawans songs continue to inspire passion among audiences. He passed away on May 7, 2001, but tracks like A

Congresss Proposed Roadblock in Madhya Pradesh Criticized as Anti-Public by BJP Leader

Mumbai, May 7: The proposed roadblock by the Congress party on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway, aimed at addressing the issues faced by farmers

Navjot Kaur Sidhu Criticizes Punjab Government Over Recent Bombings

Amritsar, May 7: Navjot Kaur Sidhu, founder of the Bharatiya Rashtravadi Party (BRP), has sharply criticized the Punjab government following the

New Delhi to Host 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026

New Delhi, May 7: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the official hosting of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026 (CTTC 2026) f

Rubio to visit India for bilateral talks; Quad Foreign Ministers meeting May-end

Rubio will hold talks with Jaishankar and Ajit Doval, and call on Prime Minister Modi, in discussions that are expected to set the course for Ind

India's disappointing campaign at World TT ends with women's round of 32 loss to U.S.

Manika Batra was the only one who made an impact in the rubber, winning her singles against Reyes Jessica 11-2, 11-8, 8-11, 11-4

Tamil Nadu results: AIADMK shuts door on TVK over prolonged silence

Emotional Moment for Actor Kunal Thakur as Father Watches Him Perform for the First Time

Mumbai, May 7: Every artist dreams of shining in the world of acting and receiving applause. However, some moments surpass all measures of succes

India Gains Air Superiority in Operation Sindoor, Debunks Pakistans Claims: Warfare Expert

Washington, May 7: Indias Operation Sindoor commenced following the tragic terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, wh

India to Host First International Big Cat Alliance Summit on June 1-2, 2026

New Delhi, May 6: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, launched the website and logo for the inaugural Int

Chennaiyin FC Falls to Punjab FC in Last-Minute Own Goal

Chennai, May 7: In a thrilling encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026, Punjab FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Chennaiyin FC on W

FamilyRun Gang Trapped Wealthy Women

Police said Meena Kumari and her associate Taraka Prashanth played key roles

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Thursday May 7, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 38C and 27C respectively.

DMK Leader TR Balu Criticizes Congress for Opportunism in Tamil Nadu Politics

Chennai, May 7: In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, the Congress party announced its formal support for actor-politician Vijays

Maharashtra Revamps Land Records for Urban Areas with New Property Card System

Mumbai, May 7: Maharashtras Revenue Minister, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, announced on Wednesday that land records in villages incorporated into mu

Fixing structural deficits in Indias health system

There needs to be greater alignment between medical education and public service

Cops Claim Fatal Fall Of Woman From First Floor Of Krosuru Police Station

According to the Krosuru police, constable Venkateswara Reddy and the deceased P. Renuka, 39, had a live-in relationship

Cost of success: On the BJPs victory in Assam

The BJPs path to victory in Assam undermined the health of Indias polity

Tamil Nadu verdict: Let Vijay form government, will watch, wont disturb for 6 months, says MK Stalin

A hundred years ago | Plagues heavy toll in the Punjab

HC Hears PIL on WW-II Memorial Relocation Near Parade Ground

The petition, filed as a PIL, was at the scrutiny stage following registry objections. The court observed that the petitioner should first approa

Bihars Solar Loan Fair Promises Free Electricity and Lower Bills

Patna, May 7: A solar loan fair was held on Wednesday at the Electric Division office in Bihar Sharif, Nalanda district, to connect and inform re