BANGKOK, Apr 15:They walked out of the compound in Myanmar not knowing where they would go. Though they were aiming for the river that separated them from Thailand and freedom, they didnt know if they would make it across. A group of more than 270 some men and women, who were rescued from forced labour in scam compounds two months ago but remain in detention in Myanmar, attempted a mass escape Sunday out of fear that they may end [] The post People detained in Myanmar after release from scam co

MADRID, Apr 15: Spanish police have arrested two people in connection with the sale of exotic felines on the internet. The authorities seized 19 animals, including a caracal and two servals, in an operation in Manacor, on the Balearic island of Mallorca, the Civil Guard said in a statement Thursday. More than 40 irregular animal passports from countries such as Russia, Belarus and China were also found. The operation began in March last year when the Civil Guard became [] The post Spanish polic

DEIR AL-BALAH (Gaza Strip), Apr 15: An Israeli airstrike hit the northern gate of a field hospital in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, killing a medic and wounding nine other people, a spokesman for the hospital said. The strike hit the Kuwaiti Field Hospital in the Muwasi area, where hundreds of thousands have sought shelter in sprawling tent camps. The wounded were all patients and medics, and two of the patients were in critical condition after the strike, said Saber [] The post Israeli airstrike h

SYDNEY, Apr 15:In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many aspects of our lives. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest newcomer, with chatbots and other AI tools changing how we learn and creating considerable philosophical and legal challenges regarding what it means to outsource thinking. But the emergence of technology that changes the way we live is not a new issue. The change from analogue to digital technology began around the 1960s and this digital revolution

DHAKA, Apr 14: Bangladeshs deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina has said that anti-independence forces have illegally seized power and were actively trying to destroy the countrys secular culture as she urged people to drive the usurpers out. Today, anti-liberation forces have illegally seized power in Bangladesh. They are actively trying to destroy Bengali culture, the 77-year-old self-exiled ousted premier said in a statement on the occasion of Bengali New Year- Pohela Boishakh. Hasina left Ba

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KYIV, Apr 13: More than 20 people were killed in a Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy on Sunday, officials said. Two ballistic missiles struck the heart of the city at around 10:15 am as people gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday, according to officials. Videos posted from the scene on official channels showed bodies on the ground amid debris and smoke around central Sumy. On this bright Palm Sunday, our community has suffered a terrible tragedy, Acting [] The post More than 20 p

WASHINGTON, Apr 13: A light aircraft with six people on board crashed in the US state of New York, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement. A Mitsubishi MU-2B crashed in a field near Copake, New York, around 12:15 p.m. local time on Saturday, April 12. The aircraft was headed to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York. Six people were on board, the statement says. In turn, Reuters reported, citing the same aviation authorities and local [] The post Light aircraft wit

NEW DELHI, Apr 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people on Baisakhi on Sunday and wished that we always celebrate the spirit of togetherness, gratitude and renewal. Baisakhi marks the first day of the month of Vaisakh. It is seen as a celebration of spring harvest, primarily in Punjab and Northern India. Wishing everyone a joyous Baisakhi! May this festival bring new hope, happiness and abundance into your life. May we always celebrate the spirit of togetherness, gratitude and renewal, []

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, which will be celebrated on Sunday. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: On the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, I convey my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all. It is a pious occasion to express our deep gratitude to Annadata farmers and honour their invaluable contribution to the progress of the nation. Baisakhi holds profound historical and

NEW YORK, Apr 12: An Indian-origin councilman is among several people charged in the US with racketeering, money laundering, and other crimes for allegedly playing a role in an illegal gambling scheme that netted more than USD 3 million. Anand Shah, 42, Prospect Park, New Jersey council member and local business owner was identified as allegedly managing illegal poker games and an online sportsbook in association with the Lucchese crime family, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said in

NEW DELHI, Apr 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted people on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti. In a post on X, he wished people happiness, prosperity and good health with Hanumans blessings. Mentioned in epic Ramayana as a devotee of Lord Ram and a warrior of supreme strength, Hanuman is a revered figure across the country. (Agencies) The post PM Modi Greets People On Hanuman Jayanti appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

BJP Sammelan at Bhaderwah Excelsior Correspondent BHADERWAH, Apr 11: Emphasizing the vital role of active BJP workers, Ashok Koul, general secretary (Org), J&K BJP, said that The role of an active member of BJP is crucial in building the partys presence, strengthening its organizational structure, and connecting with the local population. He underlined the importance of localized and people-centric activism, particularly in strategic and culturally rich areas like Bhaderwah. Koul was addressing

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 11: A Public Darbar was held today at the Panchayat Ghar, Pamote, chaired by MLA Baldev Raj Sharma of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Constituency. The interactive session drew participation from key administrative and departmental officials, including the SDM Katra, Project Director NHAI, XENs of PWD and PHE Reasi, DySP Katra, AEE PDD Katra, Range Officer Katra, Naib Tehsildar Panthal, and TSO Katra. A large turnout from Panchayat Sool voiced several pressing issues, p

NEW DELHI, Apr 11: The Supreme Court has said ED should also think of the fundamental rights of the people and frowned upon the agencys plea seeking the transfer of the Nagrik Apurti Nigam (NAN) scam case from Chhattisgarh to New Delhi. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan questioned the agency on how it had filed a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution meant for individuals. Article 32 of Constitution guarantees the Right to [] The post If ED Has Fundamental Rights, It

JAMMU, Apr 10 : Atleast nine people including seven females were injured after their vehicle met with an accident near Kota in Dhargloon area of Mendhar in Poonch district on Thursday. Officials said that a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK03C-5203 lost its control and fell down 100 meters into gorge near Kota in Dhargloon. In this incident nine people were injured who were shifted to SDH Mendhar for treatment. Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident. (Agencies) The post 9

Jammu, Apr 9 : Asserting that no government ever tolerated terrorism, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday reiterated that the peoples cooperation is a must to eliminate militancy which was at its lowest ebb in 2014. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News He also said there will be no shortfall in the efforts for restoration of promised statehood to the Union Territory. I hope this process will start soon. Talking to [] The post No J&K Govt Ever

Jammu, Apr 9: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday defended the protests by ruling National Conference MLAs in the legislative assembly over the Waqf Amendment Act, saying the recently enacted law has hurt the sentiments of the majority of the people in the Union Territory. He also hit back at the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peoples Conference leadership, which had targeted him over his recent meeting with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju at Tulip Garden in []

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SAN DIEGO, Apr 7: When deciding if something is worth the effort, whether youve already exerted yourself or face the prospect of work changes your calculus. Thats what we found in our new research, published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General. When you consider a future effort, more work makes the outcome less appealing. But once youve completed the work, more effort makes the outcome seem more valuable. We also discovered that hiding behind this general principle of timing [] Th

SINGAPORE, Apr 6: The recent Trump tariffs have caused a lot of upheaval and tension in the global market, with Singapore being no exception. The city-states Senior Minister and former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has urged Singaporeans to work together to tackle this uncertainty, as the world around them is changing. In Singapore, we have to work together as one people, closely with the Government, said SM Lee, who was speaking at the Kebun Baru Sunday Carnival on April [] The post Singapore

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said it is very important to pay attention to the slump of Indias markets as common people are losing their money and this could cause the economy to sink. In a post on X in Hindi, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister held the central government responsible for this double vicious circle of the economy. Indian markets plunged on Friday after US President Donald Trump announced sweeping reciprocal tariffs, including 27 per [] The post S

Legislators urge Omar to be assertive Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Apr 4:The ruling alliance lawmakers led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today passed resolutions calling for respecting peoples mandate and condemned the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill by the Parliament. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The resolutions were passed in the ruling alliance legislature party meeting, chaired by Chief Minister and attended by National Conference president Farooq Abdullah, was held at De

Srinagar, Apr 4: Amid differences with the Raj Bhavan over transfer of state officials, ruling Jammu and Kashmir lawmakers Friday stressed the need for all to respect peoples mandate, asserting their governments efforts towards building a coordination with the LG administration should not be construed as their weakness. We are repeatedly saying this and this is our final request that do not push us to the wall, National Conference chief spokesperson and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq told reporters he

SRINAGAR, Apr 4: A nearly two-hour-long legislative party meeting of the ruling National Conference and its alliance partners here on Friday passed two resolutions, one of which sought respecting the mandate of the people a veiled reference to the growing disquiet between the Raj Bhavan and the six-month-old government in the Union Territory. The National Conference said it wants to run the government with love and respect and its silence should not be construed as its weakness, and requested [

UNITED NATIONS, Apr 4: An estimated 280,000 Gazans have been newly displaced since the intensification of hostilities over two weeks ago, with some of them forced to move into overcrowded, flea- and mite-infested shelters, according to UN humanitarians on Thursday. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said more Israeli displacement orders were issued, again forcing people to flee in search of safety. Increasing numbers of people are moving into the remaining shelters

NEW DELHI, Apr 3 : Union Minister Jitin Prasada on Thursday affirmed Indias readiness to reform, perform, and transform via its startup ecosystem and said that the country is in the safe hands of a strong and stable government. Prasada, Minister of State for the Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, during the inauguration of the second edition of Startup Mahakumbh, said the peoples mandate is with the government. Im very hopeful that you, [] The p

DAMASCUS (Syria), Apr 3: At least nine people in southwestern Syria were reported killed in Israeli strikes on Thursday as Israel accused Turkey of trying to build a protectorate in Syria. Syrian state news agency, SANA, said those who died in the strikes were civilians, without giving details. Britain-based war monitor The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said they were armed residents from the Daraa province. Israel had also struck five cities in Syria late Wednesday, including over a [] T

NEW DELHI, Mar 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people on Eid-ul-Fitr and wished that the festival enhances the spirit of hope, harmony and kindness in society. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan. In a post on X, Modi said, Greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this festival enhance the spirit of hope, harmony and kindness in our society. May there be joy and success in all your endeavours. Eid Mubarak! The post PM Modi Greets People On Eid appeared first

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 30: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr. In his message the Lieutenant Governor has said, On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of the period of fasting, prayer and charity during the pious month of Ramzan and an important occasion for festivities, all-round joy and togetherness. It strengthens our faith in oneness, compassion and b

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the beginning of Chaitra Navratri festival. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: Heartiest greetings and best wishes to all on the beginning of Chaitra Navratri. I also extend my felicitations to our Kashmiri Pandit brothers and sisters who are celebrating Navreh. The sacred festival marks the victory of righteousness over evil and knowledge over ignorance. May the Navratri Festivities ins

Jammu, Mar 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the beginning of Chaitra Navratri festival. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: Heartiest greetings and best wishes to all on the beginning of Chaitra Navratri. I also extend my felicitations to our Kashmiri Pandit brothers and sisters who are celebrating Navreh. The sacred festival marks the victory of righteousness over evil and knowledge over ignorance. May the Navratri Festivities inspire us to tread the pat

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: India has the right to grow responsibly based on national circumstances and the climate anxiety gripping the world cannot force it to give up its right to ensure food, water and energy for its people, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Saturday. Addressing the National Conference on Environment, organised by the National Green Tribunal, he said rapid economic growth is the best defense against climate change for developing nations. The minister also said India

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday asked people to adopt a lifestyle which is conscious and sensitive towards environment so that it is not only protected but also made more vibrant. Addressing the National Conference on Environment-2025 at the Vigyan Bhawan here, she said it is peoples moral duty to provide a legacy of clean environment to the future generations. Emphasising on environment conservation, Murmu said the basis of the Indian heritage of development is nurture,

BANGKOK, Mar 28: A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday, destroying buildings, a bridge and a dam. At least 144 people were killed and 730 injured in Myanmar, where photos and video from two hard-hit cities showed extensive damage. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News The 7.7 magnitude quake, with an epicentre near Mandalay, Myanmars second largest city, struck at midday and was followed by a strong 6.4 magnitude aftershock. The []

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 27: A comprehensive approach and inclusive planning is required to ensure return and rehabilitation of displaced community from Kashmir back in Valley. Any effort to dilute the issue by superficial tactics of shifting focus will be counterproductive. Girdhari Lal Raina, former MLC and spokesperson of BJP, accompanied by Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Media in charge, J&K BJP, said this during a press conference at party Headquarters here, today. He was reacting to the di

NEW DELHI, Mar 27: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday announced the arrival of Good Days in the Rajya Sabha, stating that the Modi government is one that is devoted to the nation with its mind, body, and life. Replying to the discussion on the Appropriation (No. 3) Bill 2025 and the Finance Bill 2025, Sitharaman said that the public welfare schemes of the Modi government such as Jan Dhan, PM Awas Yojana, Swachh Bharat, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ujjwala, PM [] The post Public welfare schem

Jammu, Mar 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the eve of Shab-e-Qadr and Jumat-ul-Vida. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the auspicious occasions of Shab-e-Qadr and Jumat-ul-Vida, I convey my hearty greetings and felicitations to all and wish them health, happiness and prosperity. May the Almighty accept all our prayers and continue to guide us on the path of compassion, love and harmony. The post LG Sinha Greets People On Shab-e-Qadr &

Over hundred activists join party Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 26: More than hundred prominent activists and youths from Zadibal joined BJP in the presence of Sat Sharma, partys J&K president, and Ashok Koul, general secretary (Organization), at Church Lane, here, today. Sat Sharma and Ashok Koul welcomed the new members into the party by presenting them with BJP Patkas. J&K BJP vice-president, Sofi Yousuf, publicity secretary (Kashmir), Arif Raja, BJP district president, Srinagar Sheik

SEOUL, Mar 26:Wind-driven wildfires that were among South Koreas worst ever were ravaging the countrys southern regions, killing 18 people, destroying more than 200 structures and forcing 27,000 people to evacuate, officials said Wednesday. Officials also said a helicopter crashed during efforts to contain wildfires in the southeastern town of Uiseong, one of the areas hardest-hit by the wildfires. The Korea Forest Service said rescue efforts were underway and it was presumed that the aircraft

DEIR- AL-BALAH, Mar 25: Palestinian medics said Israeli strikes killed at least 23 people in the Gaza Strip overnight into Tuesday. The dead include three children and their parents, who were killed in a strike on their tent near the southern city of Khan Younis, according to Nasser Hospital, which has received a flood of dead and wounded since Israel resumed heavy bombardment of Gaza last week, shattering the ceasefire that had halted the 17-month war. Israels campaign in Gaza [] The post Lates

Govt extending full support to MHA *Particular religion being targeted with Waqf bill Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today asserted that militancy in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be finished without the support of people and said his Government is extending support to the Union Home Ministry to ensure the security situation remains peaceful in the Union Territory. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Though it (security) is directly not our responsibili

Raipur, Mar 24: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said the work to link people affected by Left Wing Extremism to the societys mainstream has reached the final stage in Chhattisgarh and expressed confidence that the state will soon get rid of the Naxal menace. Addressing the Chhattisgarh legislative assembly as a part of its silver jubilee year celebration, Murmu said the House has set the highest standards of democratic traditions and presented a unique example of best parliamentary conduct. S

JAMMU, Mar 24: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday observed that border dwellers face numerous challenges and said his government will convene a meeting of MLAs from border areas in April to address the issues faced by them. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News He also said that over Rs 144 crore have been disbursed to farmers, whose lands were affected by fencing along the International Border (IB). Responding to supplementary [] The post Omar

Jammu, Mar 24: Asserting that militancy in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be finished without the support of people, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said his government is extending support to the Union Home Ministry to ensure the security situation remains peaceful in the union territory. Though it (security) is directly not our responsibility, I am repeatedly saying that militancy cannot be finished without the support of the people. The elected government is making attempts and is supporting

Imphal, Mar 23: Supreme Court judge, Justice N Kotiswar Singh, on Sunday asserted that challenges in Manipur can be overcome if people abide by the Constitution, which provides guidance to work in difficult times. He said the Supreme Court judges delegation, led by Justice B R Gavai, witnessed much optimism among people during their visit to Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts on Saturday. Speaking at a function to mark the 12th anniversary of the establishment of Manipur High Court, Justice S

AMRAVATI, Mar 22: Union Minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari on Saturday asserted that people are not casteist but political leaders are for their selfish interests. Speaking at an event here, he also said backwardness was becoming a political interest. There is a competition on who is more backward, Gadkari pointed out. People are not casteist but political leaders are for their selfish interests, he said, adding that there is need to eradicate social inequality. Caste discrimination mu

Churachandpur/Imphal (Manipur), Mar 22: Justice B R Gavai, who led a delegation of Supreme Court judges that visited Manipur on Saturday, called upon people of the ethnic strife-torn state to work together to restore peace and harmony. Gavai, along with Supreme Court judges Vikram Nath, M M Sundresh and K V Vishwanathan, visited a relief camp in Churachandpur district and met internally displaced persons, officials said. They also virtually inaugurated a legal services camp, a medical camp and a

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the occasion of Navroz. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the auspicious occasion of Navroz, I convey my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all. May the festivity and celebration on this Navroz inspire us towards righteous living and usher in peace, prosperity and happiness for all, he added. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also extended his heartfelt g

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