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GUWAHATI, Mar 31: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday released the BJPs manifesto for Assam assembly polls, promising protection of land, heritage and dignity of indigenous people and Rs 5 lakh crore infrastructure investment. BJPs Sankalp Patra comprises 31 promises, including the recovery of encroached land from Bangladeshi Miyas, bringing in Uniform Civil Code, and ensuring the development of the state, employment opportunities for youths. Sitharaman said this manifesto was p

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to reduce their sugar intake and cut down on cooking oil by 10 per cent, saying such small efforts will keep people away from obesity and lifestyle diseases. In his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Modi said many people have commented on Instagram content creator Yuvraj Duas post, in which he had requested the prime minister to ask his father to reduce his sugar intake. I am [] The post Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi urges peopl

SRINAGAR, Mar 28: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday held a protest here, accusing the Jammu and Kashmir government of turning a blind eye to peoples issues and not fulfilling its promises. Scores of party leaders and workers assembled at the Press Enclave here and protested against the government. Speaking to reporters, party leader Iqbal Tramboo said March 31 has become a black day for the people of Kashmir due to mounting financial pressures. People are under an immense tax [] The pos

RANCHI/KHUNTI, Mar 28: Bhagwan Birsa Mundas life and sacrifice continue to inspire generations, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan said on Saturday after paying floral tributes to the statue of the tribal icon during his visit to Khunti district. During the visit, Radhakrishnan interacted with the descendants of Birsa Munda at Ulihatu. After assuming the office of the Vice-President of India, I am deeply moved to once again visit Ulihatu, the sacred birthplace of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. I pay my deep

ALAPPUZHA (Kerala), Mar 27: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday said any alleged deal between the CPI(M) and the BJP would not work in the elections, asserting that the Congress has a deal with the people. Speaking to reporters during an election campaign in Kayamkulam, Tharoor said if any such understanding exists, it could only be between the CPI(M) and the BJP. The Lefts aim is to continue in power. The BJPs aim is to eliminate the Congress. So if [] The post Kerala Polls: Tharoor says any C

New Delhi, Mar 27: Asserting that behind every statistic lies a human story, President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said that the true measure of economic policy is not merely in numbers, but in its outcome. Addressing a group of Indian Economic Service (IES) officers, who had called on her at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, she said the role of economic planning and implementation in public service has become more critical than ever. Murmu said their role will be significant in ensuring [] The post Behind

NEW DELHI, Mar 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Central governments decision to cut excise duty on fuel when prices are shooting up globally underscores its people-centric governance and sensitivity-led decision-making. In an X post, Shah wrote, As the world is reeling under fuel shortages amid the West Asia crisis, driving up prices globally, the Modi governments decision to cut excise duty on fuel brings much-needed relief to citizens. While many nations have hiked diesel a

JAMMU, Mar 26: Warning people to refrain from panicking or crowding petrol pumps, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said reiterated that there is no shortage of fuel, LPG or essential commodities and said he was attending a meeting with the prime minister on the matter. My earnest request is that people stop camping outside petrol pumps. If this situation continues, I may be forced to shut all petrol pumps for the next few days until this cycle of [] The post Will Be Forced To Shut

Srinagar, Mar 26: Petrol pumps across Kashmir witnessed panic buying on Thursday as rumours of fuel shortage amid the West Asia conflict spread, even as authorities assured that sufficient quantities of essential supplies were available, officials said. People made a beeline for fuel stations in Srinagar city and other parts of the Valley with their vehicles, cans and bottles, leading to serpentine queues. Many fuel stations were shut and were turning away people, saying that their pumps had run

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, which will be celebrated tomorrow. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all. The festival commemorates the sacred birth anniversary of Maryada Purushottam Bhagwan Shri Ram, the epitome of virtue and righteousness. His exemplary life

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: On World Tuberculosis Day, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called upon the Gealth Department, district administrations and citizens to ramp up testing, help in identifying TB-sensitive areas, and spread awareness door-to-door. He said every family must be informed that testing for TB symptoms and treatment are free, and full recovery is possible. Awareness, I believe, will be our most powerful medicine. Leave no patient behind. Detecting TB is only half

Voices concern over illegal immigration MATHURA (UP), Mar 24: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday raised concerns over illegal immigration in India, asking people to keep a close watch to identify intruders and report them to authorities. He also reiterated his push for a three-child policy, stressing the need for higher birth rates, while also discouraging forced religious conversions. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking after inaugurating an ashram here, Bhagwat highlighted

New Delhi, Mar 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday termed the prevailing situation in West Asia worrisome as it is having a very adverse impact on the global economy and the livelihoods of people. Making a statement on the prevailing situation in West Asia in the Lok Sabha, Modi also said that the security of Indians has been the governments biggest priority in times of conflict, and the Centre is sensitive, vigilant and also ready to extend every assistance. [] The post West Asia Situati

NEW DELHI, Mar 22: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday greeted the people of Bihar on the states formation day and said they will play an important role in the development of Bihar and the entire country with their boundless talent and hard work. Bihar was carved out of Bengal on March 22, 1912. Heartfelt greetings of Bihar Day to all the people of Bihar residing in the country and abroad. As the land of the worlds first republic, and along [] The post President Droupadi Murmu greets people on Bi

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 20: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, which is being celebrated tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, I extend my heartiest greetings and good wishes to all. The festival of Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the auspicious culmination of the holy month of Ramzan, is an occasion of profound spiritual and social significanc

SRINAGAR, Mar 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, as well as to those celebrating across the globe, on the auspicious occasions of Eid-ul-Fitr and Nauroz. In his message on these festive occasions, the Chief Minister underscored the spiritual significance of Eid as a divine celebration after a month of fasting, prayers and self-discipline during Ramadan. He noted that the festival is an occasion to offer gratitude to the Almighty and [

Jammu, Mar 20: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, which is being celebrated tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, I extend my heartiest greetings and good wishes to all. The festival of Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the auspicious culmination of the holy month of Ramzan, is an occasion of profound spiritual and social significance. The sacred festival em

New Delhi, Mar 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted people on the start of Navratri and also the traditional Indian new year, which is celebrated in the form of various festivals across India. Extending greetings for Nav Samvatsar, Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba, the prime minister said the festivals mark the arrival of a new year, bringing with it a sense of renewal, hope and fresh possibilities. Greetings to everyone on the very [] The pos

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 18: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has conveyed his greetings to the people on the eve of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava and Cheti Chand. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, On the auspicious occasion of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava and Cheti Chand, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. These festivals, observed throughout the nation, herald the dawn of the New Year and embody the profound renewal of [] The

SRINAGAR, Mar 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended his warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri. In a message, the Chief Minister said that Navratri marks the beginning of the New Year and symbolizes the triumph of truth, righteousness and virtue over evil. On this auspicious occasion, I extend my warm wishes to everyone for their success, happiness and well-being, he said. The Chief Minister also extended his felicitations to the Kashmiri Pandit com

Cong leaders join BJP in Ramban Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Mar 16: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir general secretary (Organization), Ashok Koul chaired an organizational meeting of the partys district Ramban unit to review the ongoing and forthcoming party programmes and strengthen the organizational structure at the grassroot level. The meeting was attended by BJP district president, Neelam Langeh, senior leader, Rakesh Thakur, Mohd. Saleem Bhat and other prominent party leade

Dr. Gyan Pathak Though the government of India has assured that there are enough oil and gas resources in the country, and there is no reason for public to panic, hotels and eateries in several cities in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and elsewhere have shut down causing great difficulties to those who depend on them for food which included students, patients, travellers, and others. Some sort of panic has spread across the country after the Bengaluru Hotels Association [] The post LPG sho

Silchar, Mar 14: Asserting that the Centre was working to minimise the impacts of global conflicts on the people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday alleged that the opposition Congress was acting irresponsibly by trying to create panic in the country. Addressing a public meeting in Assams Silchar, Modi alleged that the Congress had ignored the Northeast and allowed such drawing of a border during Independence that cut off Barak Valleys access to the sea. As the world is facing [] The post

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, which will be celebrated tomorrow on March 13. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the auspicious occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, I extend my hearty greetings and good wishes to all. I pray for the health, happiness, and prosperity of every citizen. As we observe the final Friday of the holy month of Ramzan, may the Almighty graciously accept []

DUBAI, Mar 12: The UN refugee agency says up to 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced by the ongoing war. It said Thursday that most have fled from Tehran and other major cities toward the north of the country or rural areas. (AP) The post UN refugee agency says up to 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced by the war appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

MOSCOW, Mar 12: A court in Moscow in Thursday convicted 19 people of involvement in the 2024 shooting rampage in a Moscow concert hall that killed 149 people and wounded over 600 in one of the deadliest attacks in the capital in years. A faction of the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the March 22, 2024, massacre at the Crocus City Hall concert venue in which four gunmen shot people who were waiting for a show by a popular [] The post Russian court convicts 19 people over deadly 20

SRINAGAR, Mar 12: National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi and Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone on Thursday condemned the attack on former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah. Abdullah, 88, had a narrow escape when a gunman allegedly opened fire at him from behind while he was leaving a marriage function at Greater Kailash on the outskirts of Jammu on Wednesday night. The accused, identified as 63-year-old Kamal Singh Jamwal, a resident of Purani Mandi in Jammu, was arrested []

New Delhi, Mar 12: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid concerns over reported LPG shortage, saying the PM is asking the people not to panic but is himself panicked for completely different reasons. Gandhi alleged that the prime minister is panicked because of the Epstein files issue and the Adani Case in the US. He made the remarks after several opposition MPs, including himself and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, staged a protest in the Parliament [] The p

DUBAI, Mar 11: Two Iranian drones hit near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, wounding four people, though flights continue, authorities said. The Dubai Media Office, which issues statements on behalf of the city-states government, said the attack caused minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national. It said flights continued. Dubai International Airport, home to the long-haul carrier Emirates, is the worlds busiest for

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the process of linking the countrys education sector to the real world economy, while sharpening focus on subjects like artificial intelligence and automation. Addressing a post-budget webinar, Modi also said that fulfilling aspirations of the people is the resolve of his government and education, skill development, health, tourism, sports and culture are some of the sectors that act as a medium to fulfil them. Fulf

New Delhi, Mar 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stepped up his attack on the TMC government in West Bengal over the treatment meted out to President Droupadi Murmu, saying the enlightened people of the state will never forgive the party for insulting a woman tribal leader and the President of the country. Today, as the nation celebrates International Womens Day, it is deeply concerning that just yesterday, the TMC government in West Bengal demonstrated a grave insult towards [] The post

DUBAI, Mar 8: Israel has struck southern Lebanon and Beirut again early Sunday and killed 12 more people, the Lebanese health ministry said, as the war in the Middle East keeps escalating. Israeli officials said the strikes targeted commanders of the Lebanese branch of Irans Revolutionary Guards Quds Force, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised many surprises for the next phase of the conflict. Meanwhile, two border guards in Kuwait were killed when a swarm of missiles and drones hit

Hope India wins T20 World Cup Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 7: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today welcomed the elections in Nepal, saying the formation of Governments must be the choice of the people of the country and not the result of external intervention or aerial bombardment. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Abdullah said he had suggested reviewing the FIRs and releasing those detained during protests in the Kashmir valley over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatolla

Jammu, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday welcomed the elections in Nepal, saying the formation of governments must be the choice of the people of the country and not the result of external intervention or aerial bombardment. Abdullah said he had suggested reviewing the FIRs and releasing those detained during protests in the Kashmir valley over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. As I said earlier, the only people who get to [] The post Oma

New Delhi, Mar 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people and government of Nepal for the successful conduct of elections in the Himalayan nation, and said the historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepals democratic journey. Modi also said that as a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and its new government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity. I warmly [] The post M

DUBAI, Mar 2: The Iranian Red Crescent Society said on Monday that the US-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 people so far in the Islamic Republic. The society added that 131 cities have come under attack so far in the war. (AP) The post Iran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

NEW DELHI, Feb 27: Indian young adults have performed poorly in Mind Health Quotient (MHQ) scores, ranking 60 out of 84 nations featured in an ongoing global mental health study. The study by US-based Sapien Labs Global Mind Health in 2025 also revealed that not only did Indian youths in the 18-34 age group score poorly globally, but they also did worse on mental well-being parameters compared to older Indians aged above 55, who were ranked 49. According [] The post Indian youths rank 60 in 84

CAIRO, Feb 24: An attack by the Sudanese paramilitary forces on a stronghold of a Darfur tribal leader left at least 28 people dead, a doctors group said on Tuesday. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on Monday rampaged through the town of Misteriha in North Darfur province, according to the Sudan Doctors Network, which tracks the countrys ongoing war. The town is a stronghold of Arab tribal leader Musa Hilal who also hails from the Rizeigat Arab tribe as the [] The post Sudanese paramilitary

Govt to give 30,000 jobs during 2026 *No increase in electricity tariff since December 2023 Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today snubbed National Conference MLA from Bijbehara Dr Basheer Ahmed Veeri indirectly saying that he shouldnt have contested the elections if he cant face the people and assured that next time (elections) this arrangement can also be made. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Omar denied that there has been any hike in the power [] The

Srinagar, Feb 20: National Conference (NC) chief Farooq Abdullah on Friday urged people to cherish and protect the linguistic heritage of Jammu and Kashmir. On the eve of International Mother Language Day, Abdullah paid heartfelt tributes to the rich linguistic cultures of Jammu and Kashmir, urging people to preserve and proudly enunciate in the languages that define their identity. Ones mother tongue is not merely a means of communication, it is the heartbeat of culture, the cradle of memory an

JAMMU, Feb 19: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said those attempting to destroy the dreams and aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir would be reduced to dust. He said that security forces are determined to dismantle the terror ecosystem but society must also join the fight by standing against terror sympathisers. Attempts are being made to eliminate those involved in terrorism. They will be given such punishment that their seven generations will remember it

Jammu, Feb 19: National Conference (NC) leader and Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo accused BJP of misleading the people of Jammu with hollow promises during the assembly elections. Speaking outside the Legislative Assembly, the Minister for Education pointed out the disparity between the BJPs electoral rhetoric and its current actions. Before the elections, they promised the people here jobs and 10 lakh in their bank accounts. They spoke about having a Hindu Chief Minister. Today, they have nothing

Jammu, Feb 19: Congress MLA Nizamuddin Bhat on Thursday dismissed remarks by certain TMC leaders seeking the removal of Rahul Gandhi from the leadership role in the INDIA alliance, terming such statements as political narratives without substance. Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly complex in Jammu, Bhatsaid that political narratives often fluctuate and should not be taken too seriously. Political narratives are sometimes good, sometimes bad. There is no need to attach excessive importan

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 18: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the beginning of holy month of Ramzan. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: Heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people on the commencement of the holy month of Ramzan. May this time of prayer and forgiveness guide us to support those in need and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood. May this sacred month foster a spirit of mutual goodwill, love, [] The post LG, CM

GANDHI NAGAR, Feb 17 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a nearly 21-foot statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Gandhinagar on Tuesday, saying that it would inspire citizens, especially the youth, for generations to come. Addressing a gathering at the event, Shah said Prime Minister Narendra Modi fulfilled Shivaji Maharajs vision during the consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of Hindavi Swaraj, is being installed here. This ne

MADRID, Feb 17: Five people have died and five others suffered light injuries in northeastern Spain in a fire that broke out in an apartment building, regional emergency services said late Monday. The fire originated in the storage room of a five-story apartment block in Manlleu, a town of 21,000 north of Barcelona, regional authorities in Catalonia said in a statement. For reasons not yet known, the victims could not escape the attic storage room, authorities said. What caused the [] The post A

Police foils INCs march to LG house, 300 detained *Send all party MLAs team to KP migrants camps: Karra Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 14: The police detained over 300 Congress leaders and workers and foiled the protest march of Indian National Congress (INC) to Lt Governors house in the winter capital Jammu here today. A massive protest march was organised by the Congress Party to the Lok Bhawan (LG house) over the slogan of MGNREGA Bachao and restoration of statehood [] The post Cong fully

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, which will be celebrated tomorrow on February 15. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: On the sacred occasion of Mahashivratri, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all. I pray for the health, happiness, and prosperity of every citizen. The sacred festival, celebrated as Herath by Kashmiri Pandit community, is

New Delhi, Feb 14: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said the partys victory in the local body elections in Telangana was an endorsement of the governments people-centric policies that focus on social justice, dignity and inclusive growth. Gandhi said the Congress is committed to its vision of creating a Prajala Telangana where progress reaches every family in the state. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge has also hailed the partys win, saying it reflects the trust of people in the Congre

PMs schemes being sabotaged Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Feb 13: Taking Bureaucracy to task, BJP MLA from Jammu North and former Minister, Sham Lal Sharma accused them of not being interested to work for welfare of the people of J&K UT. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Participating in the demand of grants for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control, Forests and Tribal Affairs Ministries in UT Assembly today, the MLA said They (bureaucrats) should change their style of functioning, otherwise [] The p