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Beeps, weeps, and hope

When life edges back toward normalcy, joy ripples through the ICU

Menace of trolling

Outrage sells, and algorithms reward it. Yet, lawmakers remain blind, and platform moderators stay indifferent

Ive become used to baseless hate: Prajakta Koli

Prajakta Koli says she has learned to handle negativity and baseless hate over her 11-year journey as a content creator and now an actor, while s

District Jammu Kickboxing Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 13: The 8th District Jammu Kickboxing Championship, organized by the Jammu District Kickboxing Associat

Piyush, Prithvi shine on Day 2 of Lawn Tennis Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 13: The second day of the U-12 Boys and Girls Lawn Tennis Championship, organized by the Jammu and Kash

Srinagar emerges Champion in U-17 Boys UT Level Softball Tourney

Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 13: Department of Youth Services & Sports (DYSS), Reasi successfully concluded the U-17 Inter-District

JPS Pre-Primary wing celebrates Annual Sports Day

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 13: The Pre-Primary wing of Jodhamal Public School celebrated its Annual Sports Day with great zeal and

Udhampur hosts action-packed Day 2 of Inter-District Cricket Tourney

Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 13: Department of Youth Services & Sports, Udhampur, today successfully conducted the second day of

Nirmohi Documents Saraz

Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com Name of the Book:Saraz- Lok Aur Parampara Author: Prof Shiv Nirmohi Publisher: Sahitya Sangam Publication

Ladakh archery team creates history at Sr Nal Cships, qualifies for National Games

Excelsior Sports Correspondent KARGIL, Dec 13: In a momentous achievement for the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Ladakh Archery Team has delivere

Outsourcing Committees Without Outcomes

For nearly four years, a series of committee reshuffles, expanded memberships, altered chairmanships and repeated government orders have failed t

SHRD Public School holds Annual Day function

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 13: Sant Hare Ram Dass (SHRD) Public School celebrated its 9th Annual Day function with great enthusiasm and c

Rediscovering joy beyond the screen

Laughter with friends lingers longer than laughter at a meme; a handwritten note feels warmer than a birthday text

Gratitude Toward the Divine

Arun Kumar Gupta arun.k.gupta5151@gmail.com Human existence is a profound phenomenon in the vast expanse of creation. When one pauses to reflect

Justice after over 25 years: Pakeeza, Rozy; kin of two SPOs get job letters

Tale of terror victims; father killed, mother remarried Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 13: With handing over of appointment letters by Lieutenant Gove

Claims of normalcy in J&K cant be made while key resorts remain shut: Omar

Half of Gulmarg, Pahalgam remain closed Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Dec 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today termed the continued closure of touris

BALIDAN STAMBH JAMMU

A well perceived and designed stambh Meticulously crafted balidan stambh Everybody knows even deaf and dumb. A magnificent stambh stands tall Rem

Only a fraction of Ladakh UTs vast solar potential harnessed so far

J&Ks installed solar power capacity stands at 74.49 MW *Parliament Panel expresses concern over imbalance Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Dec 13: A Parliam

Surrendered terrorists replace those who gave land for project

Row over Ratle project retrenchments Sanjeev K Sharma JAMMU, Dec 13: Retrenchment of 230 workers, engaging controversial contractors and a HR off

Omar-led Govt fails to get NC founders birth anniversary, July 13 holidays restored

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 13: The J&K Government released the list of official holidays for the calendar year 2026, once again exclud

Raj Thackeray criticises CM Fadnavis over rise in child abduction cases in Maharashtra

Mr. Thackeray has written a letter addressed to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, where he criticised the Mahayuti-led government for neglecting

Goyal appointed as CIC

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 13: Former Law Secretary Raj Kumar Goyal has been appointed as the head of the Central Information Commissi

The generation that forgot to rest

People struggle to relax because scrolling has become a habit, leading to sleepless nights

The joy of accomplishment

Real success is not measured by speed or status, but by purpose. Its about working towards something that gives meaning

Balancing high tech and high touch

Successful leaders strike the right balance between technology and personal interaction

Tyler Robinson did not act alone or pull the trigger to kill Charlie Kirk? Candace Owens makes shocking claims again

Tyler Robinson did not act alone or pull the trigger to kill Charlie Kirk? Candace Owens shares what she believes on social media. The case conti

For better and for verse

Poetry is not for those weak in art or faint of heart

Retired IAF man held in Assam, 4 arrested in Arunachal for spying

Atal Dealt Firmly With Terror Attacks, Says Madhav

Madhav said Vajpayee was a leader who connected with all sections of society and believed in unity beyond barriers. He noted that with L. K. Adva

754 Tura households receive periodic lease docs after decades of uncertainty

From Our Correspondent TURA, Dec 13: Eight localities in Tura town, comprising 754 households, were overwhelmed with tears of joy on Friday as th

Winter Tales ends with fashion, crafts and cultural celebrations

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 13: Winter Tales 2025 concluded on Saturday, drawing the curtain on a three-day showcase that brought together arti

UN chief says six peacekeepers killed in drone strike on a UN facility in Sudan

Eight other peacekeepers were wounded in the strike; all the victims are Bangladeshi nationals, serving in the UN Interim Security Force for Abye

Naidu, Pawan To Inaugurate 36th Vijayawada Book Festival

Vijayawada Book Festival Society (VBFS) president T. Manohar Naidu and secretary K. Lakshmaiah said the upcoming edition would be the largest so

NRIs, Industrialists Eyeing Opportunities on Prathipadu Constituency

According to the MLA, around 6,445 acres of unused government land is available in the constituency, which could be allotted to industries, there

Spotlight on evolution of Khasi literature

Sylvanus Lamare delves into Khasi history at a session organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 13: Noted scholar and

Proposed transfer of senior officers from SWKH draws criticism

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, Dec 13: The proposed transfer of senior officers from South West Khasi Hills has drawn objections from two pres

Lou Majaw receives Shyntor Excellence Award

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 13: Renowned musician and cultural icon Lou Majaw was honoured with the Shyntor Excellence Award for Lifetime Contr

Women lead way in Mlaya waste management

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 13: Women in Meghalaya are leading the way in waste management, setting a benchmark by achieving notable success in

Hyderabad has a ball as Messi magic enthrals one and all

The disruption in Kolkata does not affect the proceedings in the City of Nizams; the Argentine superstar, Suarez and De Paul have a kickabout wit

Lok Adalat settles accident claims worth Rs 6.34 crore In Kurnool, Nandyal

The settled cases included 284 civil cases, 197 motor accident cases and 19,096 criminal cases. In motor accident cases alone, compensation amoun

HC to Hear PIL on Delayed Fee Reimbursement

The PIL was filed by Association for Socio Economic Empowerment of the Marginalised (ASEEM) and the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO).

Man Slams Stepson Onto CC Road, Leading to Death

The child was taken to a hospital in a gravely injured state and succumbed to injuries at the Gandhi Hospital.

Matters of personal liberty must get top priority in court: CJI

Rahul Meets Star Messi, Enjoys Game

Rahul Gandhi Meets Lionel Messi, Watches Match with Revanth Reddy

CM Naidu Clears Urban Mobility Projects for Vijayawada, Vizag

Both the urban local bodies are expected to issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the construction of roads within the next two to three days.

New Gut Microbiome Test To Detect Health Issues

New gut test aims to explain symptoms missed by routine diagnostics

LDF consolidates dominance in Kannur district; UDF, BJP, SDPI post gains

The most striking outcome was in Anthoor municipality, where the LDF registered a clean sweep by winning all the 29 wards, several by huge margin

Heritage Dept To Find Dinosaur Eggs In Mancherial

After discovering a 230-million-year-old wood fossil in Bopparam of Mancherial district, the heritage department is set to look for dinosaur eggs

Heartland of Matua: PM to Foray Dec 20

Mr Modi is likely to address a rally in Nadias Taherpur area on December 20, just days after the draft voter list is scheduled to be published on

Navy Clarifies Explosion Sound And Vibrations Were Due To Routine Armament Demolition Activity

The Indian Navy has taken note of the concerns raised by local residents and the naval authorities are working in close coordination with the civ

Heart disease leading cause of sudden deaths under 45: Study

Clear Pending Projects, Uttam Writes to Centre

Uttam Kumar Reddy also highlighted on how the CWC was reportedly moving ahead with scrutiny of APs Banakacharla-Nallamalasagar link project, and

Class X Student Dies After Collapsing in Private School in Konaseema

According to sources, the student collapsed while classes were in progress.

Sacred claims

The ancient Hindu temple built by Khmer kings sits at the heart of the ongoing border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia

Delhi plans to run 11 govt hospitals on PPP model

Minority Gurukul Food Poisoning Incident: 4 Children Under Observation, Min Orders Suspension Of School Staff

Dr Santosh clarified that all required diagnostic tests, including scans, were conducted. Twelve children were found to be normal and have been d

All Set for 2nd Phase of Local Polls in Telangana Today

Counting of votes would be conducted an hour after polling and most results are expected to be in late at night.

Rat Bites Patient In MGM Hospital

Rat bite incident exposes sanitation lapses at MGM Hospital

Hyderabad: Driving Becomes Risky Due to Fog, Glare: Expert

In an advisory issued recently, the Cyberabad traffic police urged motorists to avoid speeding, refrain from using high beams and avoid distracti

Chalukya Gold From River Godavari

These coins bear a symbol of a lion standing to the right on the obverse, with letters reading Ja, Ga, Ka, Ta, Be on the reverse side in Kannada

Trump says U.S. will retaliate after three Americans killed in Syria attack

This is an ISIS attack, Trump told reporters at the White House; he paid condolences to the three Americans killed and said three others who were

2001 Attack on Parliament: Tributes to Fallen Heroes

All five terrorists were gunned down in the forecourt of the then Parliament building.

Lindsay Lohan The Simpsons Season 37 episode title, release date, time and character: Here's all details

Lindsay Lohan The Simpsons Season 37 episode title, release date, time and character details confirm Lohan voices Future Maggie in Season 37. The

Key parties in Tamil Nadu draw up strategies as 2026 Assembly election draws closer

Early this week, Chief Minister and the ruling DMK president, M. K. Stalin fixed a target of 2.5 crore votes for the formation headed by his part

Heavy security at Uppal Stadium

While most of the parking space remained free from traffic, surrounding areas were choked. With the event drawing a large turnout, more than a us

BJP cadre not unhappy about Mahayuti allies contesting BMC poll together: CM

BJP workers had been hoping to fight the civic body election single-handedly given that the party has electorally strengthened its position in Mu

Revanth, Messi Kick Up an Evening of Football Frenzy

Stadium erupts as legendary Argentina footballer takes the lap

Kishan Reddy Urges Singareni To Cut Coal Prices, Boost Quality For Survival

Kishan Reddy warned that the coal sector faced upcoming reforms, and government entities must operate with full commitment or risk survival.

Manish Tewari | Five Ideas To Fix Our Broken Election Machine

When I examined the Constitution of India and the Representation of the People Act, 1950, I found no provision granting the Election Commission a

Three held for cheating businessman of 40 lakh

Man held for filming womanwith malicious intent

Panchayat Poll Triumph Signals Partys Rural Shift In The State, Claims NRR

Rao sought public support for the next two phases, predicting even bigger hauls. Rao slammed Congress and BRS for inflating claims, alleging thou

House help arrested for stealing gold jewellery

After protests, Tamil Nadu government relaxes norms for app-based GPS verification of crop damage

The relaxation is expected to speed up damage estimation and compensation processing in Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, and Nagapattinam di

Trust honours Carnatic musiciansat its 24th anniversary celebrations

Prof. R. Thandavan passes away at 75

Harish Rao Meets Students, Slams CM Revanth

Harish Rao recalled that a similar incident occurred in the Shamirpet BC Gurukul school forcing students to go to the police and lodge a complain

Nellore ZP approves budget for FY26-27

The budget estimates for Financial Year 2026-27 have been prepared by taking 61.07 crore as income and 61.07 crore as expenditure

Stray Dog Attack Leaves Five-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured In Kadiri

Residents of Nizamvali Colony said stray dogs had killed a pig a few days ago, and visuals of dogs tearing at the carcass had gone viral on socia

Killing in the name of honour continues despite constitutional guarantees, says Madras HC

The court makes the observation while dismissing an appeal for bail filed by K. Saravanan, the father of Surjith, the main accused in the case of

Who is Future Maggie, The Simpsons iconic character to be voiced by Lindsay Lohan this weekend?

Who is Future Maggie, The Simpsons iconic character to be voiced by Lindsay Lohan this weekend? Lindsay Lohan voices an older Maggie Simpson in a

GRAP 4 imposed as Delhi air worsens

Kopra Reservoir Becomes Chhattisgarhs First Ramsar Site; Sai Hails Global Recognition of Water Body

Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai has hailed the development, saying that Declaration of Kopra reservoir as Chhattisgarhs first Ramsar S

Police SI Recruitment Scam: CBI Arrests Another Accused, Points to Inter-State Racket

The CBI continues to scrutinise documents, digital records and financial transactions linked to the case. Officials have not ruled out further ar

Nellore ZP Seeks Retention Of Kaluvoyi, Rapur And Saidapuram mandals

The meeting also saw the release of Vijayadeepika study material, which will be distributed free of cost to more than 20,500 Class 10 students st

Road Sanctioned for Blind Cricket Captain Deepika's Village Within Hours

Madakasira Telugu Desam in-charge and former zilla parishad chairman G. Thippeswamy thanked the Deputy Chief Minister for the immediate sanction

John J. Kennedy | Beyond American Dreams: Indians Doing A Rethink On Study Abroad Plan

Over the last couple of years, that assumption has begun to crumble under the weight of policy unpredictability, lengthy visa queues, and a more

7th Class Student Tests Positive For Scrub Typhus In Kadapa

Kadapa district administration has issued an alert after a Class 7 student from a social welfare hostel in Sambepalli mandal tested positive for

Social security benefits worth over $3,500 per month along with annual cost-of-living adjustments CoLA can be availed? Details here

Social Security Update: Disability is funded mainly by a 1.8 per cent payroll tax split between employers and employees; that money goes into a d

Mapping crime hotspots to learning lessons in policing, gains aplenty in 9 months of Delhi Polices Shishtachar drive