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Operations to hunt terrorists in Jammu forests

SRI NAGAR: After a series of encounters and brief gunfights in the forest belts of Jammu region in the last six months, security forces have laun

Police post built with stones thrown at cops during Sambhal clash opens

LUCKNOW: A newly constructed police post was inaugurated on Friday, just 100 metres away from the residences of Samajwadi Partys Sambhal MP Zia-u

Single regulator to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE

NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Friday cleared a proposal to set up a single higher education regulator to replace multiple bodies such as the Un

US Nonprofit Sues to Block Trumps White House Ballroom Project

Preservationists have long criticised the project, arguing that it alters the historic character of the White House and that the administration f

2025 Kerala local body polls: Political fronts wait with bated breath as counting of votes set to begin

The 2025 elections were held to 23,573 wards in 1199 local bodies including the three-tier panchayats, municipalities and corporations

Thailand, Cambodian leaders agree to renew ceasefire after days of deadly clashes: Trump

Thailand and Cambodian officials offered no immediate comment following Mr. Trump's announcement

US lawmaker demands details on Trump's decision to sell Nvidia H200 chips to China

A U.S. lawmaker has asked the Commerce Secretary for details on a recent decision allowing Nvidia to sell advanced AI chips to China. This move m

Iran Detains Nobel-Prize Winner In Brutal Arrest

Iranian security forces on Friday detained the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi along with at least eight other activists in an arr

Breaking News Live Updates: UP BJP to begin state president nominations today, new chief likely on Sunday

US president's new Air Force One jet from Boeing delayed again

The United States Air Force faces another year-long delay for its new Air Force One jets. Boeing now expects to deliver the first of two speciali

Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: Amroha set to get 2 km long bypass over Ganga river, construction to start by...

The initiative, taken by MP Kanwar Singh Tanwar, has been given the green light by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.

If she committed fraud...: Trump asked point-blank about denaturalising Ilhan Omar

Trump faces opposition over 50% tariffs on India; US lawmakers take MAJOR decision, introduce....

Three members of the US House of Representatives on Friday (local time) introduced a resolution aimed at terminating President Donald Trump's nat

Trump sued by preservationists seeking reviews and congressional approval for ballroom project

Preservationists have filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump. They seek to halt his White House ballroom project. The group wants multipl

Speaker to examine e-cigarette allegations in Lok Sabha, says Congress MP Tariq Anwar

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will investigate claims of e-cigarette use within Parliament. BJP MP Anurag Thakur alleged a TMC MP smoked an e-cigare

Morning Digest: India, China hold fresh talks, both sides say positive progress in ties; House Democrats release selection of photos from estate of Jeffrey Epstein, and more

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US lifts sanctions on Brazil judge targeted by Trump

America has lifted sanctions on a top Brazilian judge. This move comes after a shift in US policy towards Brazil. President Lula da Silva welcome

FIFA World Cup 2026: High demand for tickets despite fans slamming prices

Fans from more than 200 countries and territories applied via FIFA.com for seats at the first 48-team World Cup

3 US Lawmakers Move Resolution to End Trumps 50% Tariffs on India

The lawmakers called the measures illegal and harmful to American workers, consumers, and bilateral ties

Thailand, Cambodia Agree To Renew Ceasefire After Border Clashes: Trump

Following a week of deadly border clashes that have killed at least 20 and displaced around half a million people, US President Donald Trump on F

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf unveils new 23-member political committee, excludes ex-KP CM Gandapur

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has formed a new 23-member political committee. Imran Khan directed the formation of this top decision-making body. Key

3 US Lawmakers Introduce Resolution To End Trump's 50% Tariffs On India

Three members of the US House of Representatives on Friday introduced a resolution aimed at terminating President Donald Trump's national emergen

Iran Detains Nobel-Prize Winner Narges Mohammadi in 'Brutal' Arrest

The Norwegian Nobel Committee said it was deeply concerned by today's brutal arrest of Mohammadi, calling on Iran to immediately clarify her wher

King Charles III shares positive health news-here's King Charles III's cancer treatment latest update

King Charles the Third has shared positive news about his cancer recovery. His treatment will be reduced next year. This milestone comes after ea

From Jama Masjid pulpit, Mirwaiz seeks end to practice of arresting leaders in decades-old cases

His appeal came days after two senior separatist leaders, JKLF faction head Javed Ahmad Mirand Islamic Students League member Shakeel Ahmad Baksh

Meet Eternz, the startup fixing India's fragmented jewellery market

From chaotic marketplaces to AI-powered curation, Eternz wants to become the Nykaa of jewellery by bringing trust, personalisation, and 250+ veri

Welfare measures and distributed growth behind Tamil Nadus economic growth, says Industries Min TRB Rajaa

Trump: Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Renew Truce After Deadly Clashes

Trump announced the agreement via social media following calls with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Mane

House Democrats release photos of Trump, Bill Clinton and former Prince Andrew from Jeffrey Epstein's estate

House Democrats have shared photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. The images feature notable individuals including Donald Trump, Bill Clinto

Blueprints for a revival | Indigo is finding modern champions

From reintroducing theIndigoferaplant to West Bengal, to experiments with dyeing stone, and even a perfume in the offing, Indias blue gold is str

GOP chairman threatens Clintons with contempt of Congress in Epstein inquiry

Contempt is one of U.S. lawmakers' politically messiest and, until recent years, least-used powers

Nuclear & Insurance overhaul: Centre clears major reform Bills

The Union Cabinet has given a green light to transformative policy adjustments. Notably, this includes an overhaul of atomic energy regulations a

The annual Christmas Pantomime kicks off in city for a cause

When is the Heisman Trophy Ceremony 2025? Here's the date, time, and streaming details of the Heisman Ceremony

College football's top individual award will be presented on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The Heisman Trophy ceremony airs at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can

Can check airfares but deregulation must for growth: Naidu

'Real-Term Rise In Air Ticket Prices Negative'

Mridangam exponent K.V. Prasad and bharatanatyam exponent G. Narendra honoured

During the inauguration of the 69th Margazhi Mela, while Mr. Prasad was conferred the title Sangeetha Choodamani, Mr. Narendra was given the titl

Chennai Corporation demolishes 10000 sq ft encroachment in Nerkundram

According to a press release, the building with ground plus two floors was constructedon Perumal Koil Street in Nerkundram on land belonging to t

AI Express eyes IndiGo pilots, its own aviators up in arms

Air India Express pilots are protesting the recruitment of new A320 captains, fearing reduced flying hours and pay. Around 100 pilots have writte

BJP leader Amarinder Singh calls BJP rigid, praises Congresss flexibility

Punjab is a different area. Look at it, everywhere the BJP is pulling through, why not in Punjab? See previous elections, how many seats have som

Divine power of proper worship

India voices concern over damage to Preah Vihear temple complex, urges Cambodia, Thailand to return to path of peace

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: India today voiced concern over the damage to the Preah Vihear temple complex in the ongoing Thailand-Cambodia border clashes

Marketing analytics- a new era beckons!

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in To succeed in this competitive world, any organization needs to embrace the latest in marketing. Marketin

NCLAT directs Chronos to renew bank guarantee for IL&FS BKC property acquisition

Until the appeal is decided, the tribunal has also barred IL&FS from creating third-party rights on the property.

Indigo Files Incompetence, Cover-Ups and a Brutal Reality check for India

Lt Col Ankit Sharma ankit.cloudnine@gmail.com IndiGo, Indias largest domestic airline, plunged into its worst operational crisis in years. What b

More than400 protesting sanitation workers detained in Chennai

The workers protested on Kamarajar Salai and near the Secretariat, demanding that the Corporation withdraw the move to outsource conservancy oper

FSD declares Priyagold biscuits unsafe

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department in Anantnag today declared Priyagold Butter Delite biscuits unsafe for consu

This Hidma's bow & arrow shoots at straw targets

Month-Long Bastar Olympics Conclude Today

8th Pay Commission The Fitment anticipation

Dheeraj Jandial dtoudhm@gmail.com Finally, the long wait for a confirmed pay revision may soon turn into reality as discussions around the Fitmen

AOI Gangyal delegation calls on Comm/Secy I&C

* Pleads not to allow hospitals in Ind Zone Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: A delegation of Association of Industries (AOI), Gangyal led b

Trinamool accuses BJP of enabling violence against Bengali-speaking people in Odishas Malkangiri

Tensions flared in Odishas Malkangiri district between tribal and Bengal-speaking populations, with an armed mob allegedly torching houses in the

Karur stampede case: Something going wrong in Madras HC, says SC

The Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of the Madras High Court's handling of the Karur stampede case, stating something is going wrong i

Landman Season 2 Episode 5 Release Time, Schedule, How to Watch: Global streaming timings, runtime, story

Landman Season 2 Episode 5 releases on December 14, 2025, streaming on Paramount+. New episodes air weekly on Sundays. Learn Landman Season 2 Epi

IndiaChina talks in Beijing signal improved ties after ModiXi meet

India stressed early resolution of pending export-control issues, while both sides highlighted the strategic guidance of their leaders

Cabinet approves India-Oman trade pact; may be signed during PMs Oman visit on Dec 17-18

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a free trade agreement between India and Oman, which is expected to be signed during Prim

Rahul Gandhi asks for air pollution debate in Lok Sabha, govt agrees

Rahul Gandhi has demanded a Lok Sabha debate on the severe air pollution plaguing Indian cities, urging the government to present a concrete plan

LG launches helicopter services to boost connectivity, tourism in Ladakh

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 12: In order to enhance connectivity, promoting tourism and strengthening emergency support for people living in

Record-breaking Suryavanshi powers India to 234 run win over UAE

DUBAI, Dec 12: Vaibhav Suryavanshi was at his imperious best while smashing a 171 off 95 balls, powering India to a mammoth 234-run win over host

India now home to over 2 lakh govt-recognised startups: Goyal

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : India is now home to over 2 lakh government-recognised startups, with over 44,000 entities recognised this year alone, the hi

Sat Sharma, Mohan Lal call on Dr Jitendra, raise key issues of AkhnoorChhamb region

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 12:BJP Jammu and Kashmir, president,Sat Sharmaalong with MLA Akhnoor,Mohan Laltoday called on Union Minist

Over 3,000 drug samples declared not of standard quality in 2024-25: Nadda

NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Of the 1.16 lakh drug samples tested in 2024-25, 3,104 were declared not of standard quality while 245 were found to be spuriou

Hailee Steinfeld pregnant: Actress expecting first child with NFL star Josh Allen

Actress Hailee Steinfeld is expecting her first child with husband Josh Allen. She revealed the happy news on her 29th birthday through a persona

Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: Kartikeya Puri and Puneesh Puri delivered outstanding performances at the 63rd National Roller Skat

LG meets families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs, hands over appointment letters

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha met the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs in Srinagar to

Human rights part of Indian ethos: Law Minister Meghwal

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Friday said human rights have long formed part of the countrys philosophical and cult

Mohan Yadav says elimination of Maoism his biggest feat; Congress rakes up farmer issues, debt

The Chief Minister said that the State has received investment proposals of more than 32 lakh crore in the past two years and those of 8.57 lakh

Messi mania grips Kolkata as thousands welcome Argentine icon

The Barcelona legend's 2.26 a.m. touchdown in the early hours of Saturday (December 13, 2025) sent the city into an frenzy.

President Droupadi Murmu interacts with members of the Maram tribe, which is recognised as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group and is the only such group in the state, in Senapati district of Manipur on Friday. (PTI)

CM interacts with first MBBS batch of Shillong Medical College

SHILLONG, Dec 12: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday paid a visit to the Shillong Medical College campus at the old Pasteur Institute in L

It: Welcome to Derry Finale Episode 8 release time and how to watch: Global streaming timings, Episode 7 recap and ending explained

It: Welcome to Derry Finale Episode 8 release time and how to watch is confirmed for HBO Max. This guide covers the Episode 8 release date, strea

In terror acts, rights of accused subservient to national interest: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that individual liberty, while crucial, cannot override national security concerns in UAPA cases. Upholding this, the

Four charged with Zubeen Gargs murder

GUWAHATI, Dec 12: The Special Investigation Team, probing the death of Zubeen Garg, charged four accusedthe singers secretary Siddhartha Sharma,

Police crackdown on vehicles without ownership transfer in Shopian

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: Shopian police in south Kashmir today took legal action against 29 two-wheelers and 87 four-wheelers be

OGW arrested in Awantipora

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: An Over Ground Worker (OGW) was today apprehended by police and a grenade was recovered from him. Follo

Magic In The Air As Messi Reaches Kolkata, Thousands Welcome Argentine Icon

Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi as he arriv

Zulfkar alleges poor services, slow development in Budhal

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 12: Former minister and BJP vice president for JKUT, Chowdhary Zulfkar Ali on Friday visited several remote

HC denies bail in poppy straw smuggling case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has declined to grant bail to Abdul Rashid, who is facing tri

IndiGo operates over 2000 flights on Friday

MUMBAI, Dec 12: IndiGo said it has operated over 2,000 flights today as per its revised scaled down schedule. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel

Samba police seizes 6 dumpers for illegal mining

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 12: Continuing its drive against illegal mining, Samba police has seized six dumpers in the jurisdiction of Po

Thar driver booked for rash driving

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: A Thar driver was booked for allegedly hitting an Alto car near Rotary Chowk area here today. On the basis

22 egg samples collected in Kashmir

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department today collected 22 egg samples from multiple locations across Kashmir follow

Centres Decision to Set up System For Rare Earth Magnets is a Game Changer

By R. Suryamurthy Indias decision to establish a domestic rare-earth magnet industry may seem like a technical footnote in a week crowded with p

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BJP targets Mamata over contradictory claims of filing SIR enumeration form

Since the start of the SIR in West Bengal on November 4, Trinamool Congress chairperson has repeatedly said that she will not fill the SIR enumer

Ahead of PM Modi's 3-nation tour, FTA with Oman gets Cabinet nod

Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Oman is poised to forge a robust economic and strategic alliance, potentially including a free trade agre

News from the world of Education: December 13, 2025

Information on admissions, scholarships, new courses, research studies and other events at schools and colleges

Rs 12k cr for 2-phase census, will allow self-enumeration

India gears up for Census 2027 with a Rs 11,718 crore budget, marking the first digital enumeration and inclusion of a caste count. The two-phase

P Chidambaram Slams Karnataka Home Minister's Bulldozer Remark

A remark by Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on the possibility of razing down the houses of drug peddlers has drawn sharp criticism from

One Punch Man Season 3 Episode 10 release date, time and how to watch: Global streaming timings, plot expectations

One Punch Man Season 3 Episode 10 release date, time and how to watch are now confirmed. The episode continues the events of Episode 9 and sets u

Higher education upgrade: Bill on single regulator gets nod

The Union Cabinet has approved the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan Bill, aiming to consolidate higher education regulation under a single authori

India's Wildfire Management Resolution Adopted At UNEA-7

The Environment Ministry in a statement said the resolution responds to the rising number, scale and intensity of wildfires worldwide and calls f