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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

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 13: Senior political leader from Udhampur, Pawan Khajuria called on Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and raised several pressing issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir, particularly those affecting residents of border areas. During the meeting, Khajuria drew the Defence Ministers attention to the daily hardships faced by people living in border areas. Referring specifically to Udhampur district, he highlighted that in many cases, despite the transfer of

Jammu, Feb 13: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed uproar on Friday after BJP member Vikram Randhawa claimed that people hailing from Kashmir valley have encroached land in Jammu city. Replying to a question by Randhawa during Question Hour in the Assembly, Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo said that, according to available records, land measuring 688 kanals (8 kanals is 1 acre) and 17 marlas (160 marla is 1 acre) in Tehsil Bahu and 579 kanals in Tehsil Jammu South is [] The post BJP MLA Says

* Attends Dyar Daham celebrations Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today called upon the people to celebrate Indias grand renaissance. He said for thousands of years, the sacred land of India has journeyed toward spiritual excellence, with our saints and great souls reaching the pinnacle of consciousness. In near future, India alone will guide the world towards the right path. The society, especially the youth should also recognize and harness its spiritual

NEW DELHI, Feb 12: The government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is working to bring the youth of Jammu and Kashmir into the national mainstream and prevent them from going on the wrong path, Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje said in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Replying to supplementary questions in the Upper House during the Question Hour, she said there was a time when incidents of stone pelting were commonly seen in [] The post Govt Working

NEW DELHI, Feb 10: People with obesity could be 70 per cent more likely to be hospitalised or die from an infectious disease, including flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia, according to a study published in The Lancet journal. In 2023, obesity was linked to one in ten infection-related global deaths, researchers said, even as they said estimates of obesitys global impact should be interpreted with caution. Researchers from the UK and Finland said that people with obesity were seen to have [] The post St

Karra for better utilization of allocated funds Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Feb 10: Peoples Conference Member Legislative Assembly, Sajjad Lone and opposition BJP MLA from Udhampur, Pawan Gupta grilled ruling National Conference over the Budget proposals and said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are feeling cheated. Taking part in the Budget discussion in the Legislative Assembly today, Sajad Lone said, it is a typical political budget. It does not show any sign of NCs election manifesto. That is en

Jammu, Feb 7: President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee and MLA Tariq Hamid Karra, on Saturday expressed concern over shortcomings in the implementation and execution of the previous budget, saying delays in fund allocation had caused widespread public dissatisfaction. Speaking to reporters outside assembly complex in Jammu, Karra said, I want to place on record that when the last budget was presented, there were serious shortcomings in its implementation and execution. Becau

Jammu, Feb 7: Nagrota Member of the Legislative Assembly Devyani Rana, on Saturday, paid tribute to her late father and senior leader Devender Singh Rana, while raising serious concerns over sharp cuts in disaster management allocations and other pressing civic issues affecting the Union Territory. Addressing the House in her maiden speech during the Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, while speaking on the Budget presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Rana said the

Jammu, Feb 6: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Friday sharply criticised the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory budget, calling it National Conference-centric and alleging that it offers nothing to daily wagers, unemployed youth, BPL and EWS families. Addressing a press conference, Sharma claimed the budget was crafted to benefit National Conference MLAs, alleging that funds allocated by the Centre were diverted to NC-held constituencies. This is a budget for NC MLAs. Th

NEW DELHI, Feb 5 : India on Thursday said ensuring the energy security of 1.4 billion Indians is its supreme priority, an assertion that came days after US President Donald Trump claimed that New Delhi has agreed to stop buying Russian crude oil. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said diversifying energy sourcing in keeping with market conditions and evolving global dynamics is at the core of Indias strategy on energy procurement. Following a phone conversation with

NEW DELHI, Feb 4: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday vehemently urged the Supreme Court to intervene in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to save democracy, alleging the state is being targeted and its people are being bulldozed. The top court took note of Banerjees petition and rare arguments ever advanced by a serving chief minister before it, and said genuine persons must remain on the electoral roll. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya []

NEW DELHI, Feb 3: The Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh administration told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was detained for instigating people in a border area where regional sensitivity is involved. Justifying Wangchuks detention, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and P B Varale that all procedural safeguards were followed while ordering his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Follow the Daily Excelsior c

NEW DELHI, Feb 3: The Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh administration told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was detained for instigating people in a border area where regional sensitivity is involved. Justifying Wangchuks detention, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and P B Varale that all procedural safeguards were followed while ordering his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). This court is dealing with a

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Jammu, Feb 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly holds special importance as it provides an opportunity to review the journey so far and outline priorities for the future. Addressing the House on the inaugural day of the Budget Session, LG Sinha said the session enables all stakeholders to assess past performance, deliberate on achievements and collectively chart a clear roadmap for the Union Territory. He observed that

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Jan 29: As the transformers in the Dhannidhar area of Ward Number 16 in Rajouri town have been damaged, causing widespread anger among the residents, the locals came out on the road today and held strong protest against the Power Development Department authorities. Expressing their strong resentment, the local residents blocked the Rajouri -BGSB University road and staged a strong protest against the power department, demanding immediate restoration of electricit

New Delhi, Jan 29: Action has been taken against more than 4,000 people across India following complaints of irregularities in implementing the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Lok Sabha was informed on Thursday. Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, while responding to a supplementary question, said that based on complaints, teams were formed to investigate issues. The reports of the teams were also shared with states. Primarily, the complaints were lodged for poor quality of work, financial irregulariti

New Delhi, Jan 28: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday said that under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, over 11 crore free medical treatments have been provided in hospitals till last year, with 2.5 crore patients having received free treatment last year alone. Addressing a joint sitting of Parliament, signalling the start of the Budget session, she said that during the past almost one-and-a-half years, Vay Vandana cards have been issued to approximately one crore senior citizens.

Dubai, Jan 27 : Activists said Tuesday that at least 6,126 people were killed in Irans crackdown on nationwide protests and many more are still feared dead. The new figures came from the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which has been accurate in multiple rounds of unrest in Iran. The group verifies each death with a network of activists on the ground in Iran. The Associated Press has been unable to independently assess the death toll given authorities cutting [] The post Activists s

New Delhi, Jan 25: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that people are paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health and the countrys economy, and that children and the elderly are bearing the brunt the most. In a post on his X account, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha urged people to speak up against air pollution. He also asked them to write to him, sharing their views on how it has affected crores [] The post People paying a heavy price for air pollution with their

Jakarta (Indonesia), Jan 24 : A predawn landslide triggered by torrential rains on Indonesias main island of Java killed at least eight people on Saturday and left 82 missing as rescuers struggled through deep mud, searching for survivors. Days of torrential rains had caused rivers to burst their banks, tearing through Pasir Langu village in the West Bandung district of West Java province. Mud, rocks and trees tumbled down the mountainside, burying some 34 houses. Rescuers were searching for the

Srinagar, Jan 23: Ruling National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday urged the administration to remain alert and responsive, seeking relief and compensation for those who have suffered losses due to inclement weather. In a statement issued here, Abdullah also called upon party legislators and office bearers to step out and stand firmly with the people during the prevailing spell of inclement weather. The much-awaited precipitation has brought relief to the land and its people, offer

Srinagar, Jan 23: Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah on Friday held a pre-Budget consultation with a wide spectrum of stakeholders from the Kashmir Division as part of efforts to frame a people-centric Budget. According to a post on X by the Office of the Chief Minister, the consultation involved representatives from industry, trade, tourism, hospitality, horticulture, agriculture and academia. The meeting focused on gathering sector-wise suggestions, concerns and priorities to en

Kolkata, Jan 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday claimed that three to four people are dying by suicide everyday in the state due to anxiety over the ongoing SIR exercise. Banerjee, addressing a programme at Red Road here on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, asserted that the Election Commission and the central government must take responsibility for the deaths. More than 110 people have already died; everyday three to four people are [] The post

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 23: Hailing the BJPs victory in the Thiruvananthapuram corporation, which ended over four decades of the Left rule, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed confidence that there will be changes in Kerala in the upcoming Assembly polls as well. Addressing a massive party-organised rally here, Modi recalled that the BJPs rise to power in Gujarat started with winning a single city nearly four decades ago, and said the same would happen in Kerala. He said that prior

LUCKNOW, Jan 21: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday said that people repose deep faith in the electoral process with the expectation that their elected representatives will take their problems, difficulties and challenges to the legislature and work towards resolving them. Addressing the concluding session of the 86th All India Presiding Officers Conference and the 62nd Conference of Secretaries of Legislative Bodies here, Birla said the legislature is the forum through which the voice of t

Jammu, Jan 20: Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said Kashmir is incomplete without Kashmiri Pandits and people of the Valley are eagerly awaiting their return. The former chief minister also suggested that reservation of two Assembly seats for Kashmiri Pandits would be preferable. Kashmiri Pandits must take their own decision. We are eagerly waiting for their return as the Valley is incomplete without them, Mehbooba told reporters at PDP headquarters in Gandhi Nagar h

Srinagar, Jan 16: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Friday called upon the people of Iran to stand united to defeat the ploys of the US and Israel, and also appealed to the leadership in the Islamic Republic to address the grievances of the protesters there. Speaking to reporters here, Mufti, a former chief minister of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, said the US has a habit of intervening in other countries with an eye on their resources. The [] The post People Of Iran Must Stand United Agai

NEW DELHI, Jan 16: The BJP on Friday attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with a khandani chor barb, accusing him of misleading people by discrediting the Maharashtra civic poll process while the counting of votes was underway. This came in response to Gandhi asserting that vote chori is an anti-national act and accused the Election Commission of gaslighting citizens amid a row over the quality of indelible ink used in marker pens in Maharashtra civic polls. Reacting sharply to Gandhis [] The p