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Mexican cartel boss 'El Mencho' killed in military raid

Mexican officials confirmed the death of drug lord El Mencho in a military raid. The powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader died during an

BAFTA Awards 2026 winners full list: 'One Battle After Another', 'Sinners' win accolades ahead of Oscars 2026, check biggest surprise

BAFTA Awards 2026 winners full list: One Battle After Another led the nominations with 14 nods, followed closely by Sinners with 13, while Hamnet

Department of Homeland Security suspends Global Entry as the partial US government shutdown drags on

Global Entry program is suspended due to the ongoing government shutdown. This move impacts pre-approved travelers entering the US. While TSA Pre

EU says it will accept no increase in US tariffs after Supreme Court ruling: 'A deal is a deal'

The European Commission is urging the United States to honor a trade agreement. This comes after the US Supreme Court overturned Donald Trump's g

Corner Office Conversation: Dilip Shanghvi, Chairman of Sun Pharma and Glenn Saldanha, MD at Glenmark Pharma

Tehran is ready for nuclear concessions if US meets demands, Iranian official says

Iran signals willingness to compromise on its nuclear program. Tehran seeks the lifting of U.S. sanctions and recognition of its uranium enrichme

Its Official! Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda Announce Their Wedding

Long before any wedding plans were made, fans had already given their bond a meaning.

Who was 'El Mencho' Nemesio Oseguera? All about Ex-police officer turned Mexico drug cartel leader killed by U.S. military-led task force

Mexico Cartel leader killed today: An ex-police officer, 60-year-old Nemesio Oseguera was the shadowy leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generati

What's happening in Mexico? Most powerful drug cartel leader killed by Mexican Army, flights cancelled, schools closed, curfew-like situation

Jalisco's capital, Guadalajara, was turned into a ghost town on Sunday night as civilians hunkered down. School was canceled Monday in several st

T20 World Cup: Ten Doeschate Admits India Are Disappointed, but Not Panicking

T20 World Cup 2026: Ryan ten Doeschate did not attempt to conceal his disappointment after India's 76-run defeat.

India, US press pause on trade talks amid Supreme Court action on Trump's tariffs

India and the US have postponed crucial trade talks aimed at finalizing an interim trade pact. This decision comes as Washington revises its glob

Champions League-2026 concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: The Champions League 2026 final at Country Cricket Stadium concluded in thrilling fashion, with Bul

India strongly condemns Pak airstrikes on Afghan territory; reiterates support for Afghanistans sovereignty

NEW DELHI, Feb 22: India on Sunday strongly condemned Pakistans airstrikes on Afghan territory that have resulted in civilian casualties, and rei

Ravinder Sharma elected as president RNSAOA

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: Ravinder Sharma was elected as president of the Royal Nest Sapphire Apartments Owners Association (RNSAOA)

Message from AI impact summit

Prof K S Chandrasekar kscnair@gmail.com India recently held the AI Impact Summit, New Delhi. The message is clear and loud. AI is here to the ete

Farooq expresses concern over delay in restoration of Statehood to J&K

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 22: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah today expressed concern over the

LG Ladakh felicitates Hindi Olympiad Achievers with Amrit Kumbh Samman

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 22: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today stated that Hindi is not merely a language of

Australias social media ban holds a lesson for India

Sunny Dua sunnydua55@gmail.com There was a time when childhood sounded different. It echoed with laughter from playgrounds, arguments over marble

When Education Stops Uniting Society

Prof Suresh Chander suresh.chander@gmail.com The present education system in India-and in many developing countries-has become a matter of seriou

Diversity programs need to become more political, not less

Diversity programs are a favourite target of right-wing populists who claim they represent a radical left agenda that is politicising workplaces.

How farmer organisations drive climate action in Himalayan region

Locally led and agency-driven efforts through farmer- producer organisations have led to a systemic change in climate policy through improved far

Agri-AI can unlock Rs 70,000 crore a year for farmers

Mumbai, Feb 22: Indias next agricultural revolution will be driven by artificial intelligence, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for S

Manipur CM meets Amit Shah, discusses peace and community outreach

IMPHAL, Feb 22: Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Sunday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss steps taken by his government to

India realigns crude slate as Russian oil flows ease

New Delhi, Feb 22: Indias crude import strategy is entering a phase of calibrated rebalancing rather than abrupt realignment, with Middle Eastern

Youth urged to Join Politics with Nation First Spirit

PUNE, Feb 22 : Calling upon young Indians to actively participate in nation-building, Tarun Chugh, BJP national general secretary, on Sunday aske

Priyanka Gandhi visited Zubeen Gargs cremation ground for politics: Himanta

GUWAHATI, Feb 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday accused Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra of doing politics over the dea

Used our talent to serve others: Pitroda; another case of Cong bashing India: BJP

Sam Pitroda, head of Indian Overseas Congress, sparked a row by stating India's IT talent served global firms, not the nation. He questioned why

Coal demand to go up as power needs grow

New Delhi, Feb 22: The countrys coal demand, which had remained weak earlier in the current financial year, is poised for a boost in the coming d

SC to hear WhatsApp, Meta pleas against Rs 213 cr CCI penalty

New Delhi, Feb 22: The Supreme Court is set to hear on Monday the pleas filed by Meta Platforms and WhatsApp challenging a penalty of Rs 213.14 c

Holi sales likely to exceed Rs 80,000 crore: CAIT

New Delhi, Feb 22: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said on Sunday that the upcoming Holi festi

33-hour Mumbai-Pune E-way disruption: 1 lakh motorists to get Rs 5.16 cr toll refund, says MSRDC

MUMBAI, Feb 22: More than one lakh motorists who were caught up in a massive traffic gridlock on Mumbai-Pune Expressway earlier this month after

A shopkeeper arranges water guns for sale ahead of the Holi festival, in Jammu

A shopkeeper arranges water guns for sale ahead of the Holi festival, in Jammu, on Sunday. (PTI)

Ventilator Distress In Hospitals

The fact that 219 ventilators are lying defunct across GMCs and premier institutions in J&K has exposed a deeply troubling reality in the UTs pub

Shortage of toilets for females was real reason behind student dropouts: Adityanath

LUCKNOW, Feb 22: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Sunday that the state has successfully reduced the dropout rate in sch

Pilot duty exemptions weigh in heavy on DGCAs summer plan

Aviation authorities are finalizing summer flight schedules, with pilot availability a key concern. Airlines' requests for extensions on flight d

T20 World Cup: With Humility as His Asset, David Miller Saves South Africa Again

T20 World Cup: David Miller doesn't keep a track of the amount of times he has saved South Africa. In a word many.

Beware of digital fraud, do KYC via official channels: PM in Mann Ki Baat

6th National Rafting Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Feb 22: The 6th National Rafting Championship, titled The Ultimate River Battle, concluded today at Shibnote

SAI, ESIC organize FIT India Cycling rally in Jammu

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: The Sports Authority of India (SAI), Sports Training Centre (STC) Jammu, organized the 62nd edition

Jaish comdr Saifullah among three dreaded terrorists killed by Army in Kishtwar gun battle

M4 carbine, snatched AK 47 rifle among seizures *Hideout blasted, bodies charred; sniper dog Tyson injured Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 22: In a maj

Mawlai Mawiong CHC-o doctor dongja ine matnanggipani inquiry report-ko sorkari nienga

SHILLONG: Reanggipa Bristibar attamo, Shillong-ni MP Ricky AJ Syngkon-ni gaakgropani somoio, Mawlai Mawiong Community Health Centre (PHC)-o docto

Stalled Industrial Expansion

The prolonged failure to clear encroached land at Balolenullah in the Bari Brahmana industrial belt has become a troubling symbol of administrati

JCDA Cricket Cup 2026 concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: The annual JCDA Cricket Cup 2026, organized by the Jammu Computer Dealer Association (JCDA), conclu

Legend Masters 3.0: Veterans shine in thrilling league matches

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: The league matches of the Legend Masters 3.0 Inter-State T20 Championship featured thrilling perfor

8 LeT operatives with Bdesh links held, pan-India module busted

Terrorist from Kashmirs Kangan handled racket NEW DELHI, Feb 22:In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has d

J&K Netball Asso to hold trials on March 1

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: The Netball Association of Jammu & Kashmir (NAJK) will conduct open trials for both junior and seni

RS Pura student dies in Ukraine war, cremated amid grief in native Gowana village

*Family alleges job lure to conflict zone Govind Sharma JAMMU, Feb 22: The arrival of the mortal remains of 24-year-old Maninder Singh in his nat

HPS holds workshop

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 22: Humanity Public School, Bassi Kalan, Bari Brahmana organized a professional development workshop under the

Above-normal Feb temps trigger early blooming

Nawshaba Iqbal SRINAGAR, Feb 22: Higher-than-usual February temperatures and reduced precipitation have accelerated plant growth in Kashmir, trig

Tura-o Intl Mother Language Day-ko ALS manidila

TURA: Reanggipa Sonibar salo, Tura-ni Achik Literature Society (ALS), North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Tura Campus-ni Garo Department, Shillo

ED to zonal heads: Use Natgrid to file 500 chargesheets this fiscal

Enforcement Directorate chief Rahul Navin urged officers to expedite chargesheets to meet the financial year's target of 500 prosecution complain

A community responsibility we can no longer ignore

Editor, The recent tragic passing of our beloved Dr. Ricky A. J. Syngkon, Member of Parliament from our State, reportedly due to cardiac arrest,

AI summit, a dampener

The high-profile India AI Impact Summit in the national capital hosted by entities of the central government was a step in the right direction. Y

Coal Mining Conundrum in Meghalaya

By H.H. Mohrmen Over the years, coal mining in Meghalaya, which is also known as rat-hole mining, has been in the news but for all the wrong reas

Clean Politics and an Unfinished Journey

Remembering Dr. Ricky Syngkon By Divesh Ranjan There are moments in a states political journey when the passing of a leader becomes more than a p

Cops bust module linked to LeT, foil plot to strike Delhi; 7 Bangladeshis with Aadhaar IDs among 8 arrested

Delhi Police special cell has foiled a major terror plot by arresting eight suspects linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba. The module, comprising mostly Ban

One Battle After Another wins six prizes including best picture at Britains BAFTA film awards

The offbeat political thriller picked up six awards, the most for any single film on the night, cementing its position as a frontrunner at next m

HC Allows Recovery Of Land Compensation From Temple

Advocate seeks loan to fight litigation

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh allege racial abuse

Never Sought Caste Shield, Says Kumaraswamy, Hits Out At Siddaramaiah

Kumaraswamy said that when attempts were made to remove him from power, he never appealed to the Vokkaliga community to rise in protest.

14 injured as LPG cylinder explodes during fire in building

25-cr Food Lab To Focus On Tirumala Prasadam Safety

The laboratory will test around 60 raw materials used in preparing Srivari prasadam

Rahul, Kharge to launch nationwide protest against India-US interim trade deal

Congress to hold farmers rally, calls interim pact a betrayal of growers

Manipuri Film Boong Wins Best Childrens Film at BAFTA 2026

Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, the coming-of-age drama follows a young boy named Boong

Indian movie Boong bags BAFTA award for Best Childrens & Family Film

The film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, is an emotional drama backed by Farhan Akhtar.

Tripti Dimri Birthday Special: From Laila Majnu to Bulbbul and Qala, 5 films that made her one of Bollywoods most promising stars

Tripti Dimri Films: Tripti Dimri, celebrating her birthday, has established herself as a formidable talent in Indian cinema by choosing meaningfu

Preliminary Report on Ajit Pawar Crash by Feb. 28: Mohol

Aviation MoS Mohol says DGCA probe into Baramati crash on track

Parliaments historic law, an extended wait for women

To tie the Womens Reservation Act a constitutional promise to delimitation fails Indias women

Suspected Contaminated Milk Kills Woman, Hospitalizes 10

Rajamahendravaram MP D. Purandeswari and Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh reviewed the situation

Man Killed at Trump Resort

The man was carrying a shotgun and a fuel can, the US Secret Service said in a statement, adding that he was observed at the resort's north gate

Indias consumer goods makers bet on volume-led growth as inflation eases, GST cuts boost demand

Indian companies expect a strong rebound in sales volume next fiscal year. Easing inflation and lower GST rates will make products more affordabl

1.72 Lakh Students Appear for TG CET- 2026

A total of 1,82,061 applications were received, of which 1,72,842 candidates appeared.

Manipur declares 3-day mourning for BJP MLA Vungzagin Valte

Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh reached New Delhi late Saturday evening and visited the hospital in Gurugram to pay his last respects. A prayer

Kumaraswamy Offers Prayers at Raghavendra Swamy Mutt

Union Minister attends Guru Vaibhavotsavams, honoured by pontiff

India-France tax shift threatens P-note trade

India's proposed treaty changes with France could significantly impact participatory note (P-note) trading. Previously, French investors enjoyed

20-year-old Physiotherapy Student Dies By Suicide in Siddipet College Hostel

The Siddipet III town police shifted the body to the government hospital mortuary for postmortem and began investigations.

Warangal CP Sunpreet Singh wins bronze as Commissionerate shines at State police sports meet

Two persons arrested for possessing narcotic substances in Vanagaram

Hyderabad Heritage Run 2026 draws 3,000 participants, blends fitness with historic landmarks

Chennai Corporation to deploy sanitation workers through womens self-help groups

Man Dies Three Days After Hit-and-Run Near Maheshwaram; Police Seize Auto

Police said that they analysed CCTV footage, identified the vehicle and seized it. The driver, Arshad, is absconding.

Indias leap, from back office to global brain trust

Indias Global Capability Centre revolution is drawing eyeballs, but there are challenges as talent gaps, cyber threats and fiscal pressures

Cadre Review Move Sparks Debate in CRPF

The committee, chaired by additional director general (Headquarters) Sandeep Khirwar, has been tasked with assessing the requirement of posts and

After 32 years with Congress, former Assam chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah, along with two other leaders, officially joined the BJP on Sunday after a 32-year association with the

Ruling powers conspiring to weaken Constitution: Tejashwi Yadav

Tejashwi Yadav termed the BJP a reservation-thief, adding that the double-engine government has deprived the exploited, the backward, the most ba

200 judicial officers to begin Bengal SIR scrutiny tomorrow

Election Commission of India is readying a portal for judicial officers for scrutiny and disposal of cases, a senior EC official said. ECI is des

Chaos at Gurukul Exam Centre Over Wrong Papers

Dharur police stepped in brought the situation under control. Officials said 450 students had registered for the Common Entrance Test (CET) from

India-Brazil partnership is one between equals: Luiz Incio Lula da Silva

Brazil President Lula da Silva concluded a five-day visit to India, emphasizing a partnership of equals and boosting bilateral economic and digit

Goal is to make NTR model district for natural farming, says MP

Bengaluru Firm Loses Opportunity to Develop SV Museum in Tirumala

When the board issued MAP Systems a show-cause notice in October 2025 in this regard, the firm expressed its willingness to restart work in the s