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The price of breathing

When people see neighbours lighting crackers or farmers burning stubble without consequences, compliance collapses

Home Guards & Civil Defence celebrate 63rd Raising Day

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: The 63rd Annual Raising Day of Home Guards & Civil Defence was celebrated at SDRF 2nd Battalion Head

CS leads inter-departmental drive to unlock MAP sector potential in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a joint meeting of the Forest and Agriculture Production Departm

Police to organise marathon in Rajouri today

Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 6: Rajouri Police is set to organize a marathon tomorrow to promote the messages Run for Unity and Ru

DDC Chairpersons, others call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 6: A delegation of District Development Council Chairpersons called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today

Three-day National Conference on Applied Physical Sciences concludes at JU

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 6: The National Conference on Advances in Applied Physical Sciences (NCAAPS-2025), organized by Department of

10th standard student ends life by hanging

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: A tenth standard student apparently ended her life by hanging at her residence at Nanak Nagar area of the d

KCPS celebrates Nimble Feet Fitness Fest

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: KC Public Schools Junior Wing celebrated its annual Nimble Feet Fitness Fest 2025 at Junior School ground,

Truck hits car leaving 3 members of same family injured

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 6: Three family members were injured here today after the car they were travelling in was hit by a truck at

JP World School holds Annual Sports Day ZENITH

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: JP World School, Jammu, celebrated its much-awaited Annual Sports Day ZENITH with tremendous enthusi

Epic Greaves double ton earns West Indies draw in first NZ Test

Set a colossal target of 531, 113 more than the current record for a successful fourth-innings chase, the West Indies were 457-6 at the end, the

New Era of Indo-Russian Ties

The 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit in New Delhi was far more than a diplomatic routine. It was a reaffirmation of a time-tested friendship that

Why Hindu Mythology Preserves a Spectrum of Divine Beings

Prof Suresh Chander suresh.chander@gmail.com Hindu mythology stands out among the worlds major religious traditions for its extraordinary plurali

Dr Hedgewar played great role in Indias freedom struggle: Hosbale

Recalls 100 years journey of RSS Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Dec. 6: Refuting the oft repeated claims of critics that founder and first Sarsangchalak of Ra

LG says file received on Dec 2, returned same day; no further response from Govt

Age relaxation issue in CCE *Query was raised on feasibility of exam by changing eligibility criteria Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 6: Lieutenant Gov

Prelims to be held as scheduled today

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: Amid row, the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) this evening declared that Combined Compe

Homegrown terrorism never truly disappeared: Omar

Constitutional changes not going to end terror *INDIA bloc on life support, may wheel into ICU Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 6: Chief Minist

DC Kishtwar reviews progress of works under District CAPEX Budget 2025-26

KISHTWAR, Dec 6: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of dev

Javid Ahmad Dar inaugurates key Eco-Tourism, development projects in Baramulla

BARAMULLA, Dec 6: In a major push towards strengthening eco-tourism and boosting employment opportunities in Jammu & Kashmir, Minister for Agricu

Steaming silences at academic corridors

Let tea dissolve hierarchy. In that circle, there must be no Head of Department, no Junior Research Fellow, no Professor Emeritus. Only co-drinke

Oz varsity to start India ops next year

The University of Western Australia is establishing two Indian campuses in Chennai and Mumbai, aiming to launch its first academic program from C

Congress cites Manibens diary, seeks apology from Rajnath

Verstappen takes pole position for F1 title-deciding Abu Dhabi GP ahead of Norris and Piastri

The thrilling three-way battle will be decided on Sunday (December 7, 2025) at the Yas Marina Circuit. The McLaren driver Norris is 12 points ahe

Villa floor Arsenal; Everton surge, City win, Spurs end drought

PREMIER LEAGUE London, Dec 6: Arsenals title charge suffered a jolt on Saturday as Aston Villa snatched a dramatic 2-1 win at Villa Park, courtes

Oviedo move off the bottom after home draw vs Mallorca

Oviedo, Dec 6: Real Oviedo moved off the bottom of La Liga after drawing at home with Mallorca 0-0 even though it finished with nine men. Oviedo

At Vatican observatory, Goa priest decoding cosmic past

Jesuit priest Fr Richard DSouza, a galactic archaeologist at the Vatican Observatory, studies galactic cannibalism. His 2018 research in Nature A

Da Costa own goal sinks bottom club Mainz in Bundesliga

Mainz, Dec 6: Mainz remain rooted to the bottom of the Bundesliga after a Danny da Costa own goal gave visitor Borussia Mnchengladbach a 1-0 vict

Langsning set up semis meeting with Nongkseh after beating Mawkasiang

SSA Champions Cup By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 6: The semifinal lineup of the SSA Champions Cup 2025 is complete after Langsning put their best

Continuing divides

Every conversation veers around to a quick sketch of where a person sits in the countrys endlessly negotiated social hierarchy

People living near mines showing lung damage

Recent findings indicate that neighborhoods adjacent to Indian mining operations are experiencing significant lung health issues and exposure to

The paradox of right and wrong

The essence of morality lies not in action, but in awareness

Maharashtra Minister Refers To Mamata Banerjee As Terrorist

Alleging large-scale irregularities, Mr. Lodha claimed that over 10 centres had been set up in each district bordering Bangladesh in West Bengal

Halloween impact

The attraction for the surreal and unknown transcends generations and classes

Ex-PM Zias travel abroad for treatment postponed

Dhaka, Dec 6: The medical board treating critically ill Bangladeshs former prime minister Khaleda Zia on Saturday postponed her planned travel to

Hamas says will give up arms to a Palestinian authority 'if occupation ends'

Our weapons are linked to the existence of the occupation and the aggression, Hamas chief negotiator and its Gaza chief Khalil al-Hayya said in a

Megong Fest begins with high-octane start

Day one draws massive turnout; Richard Marx among other stars enthral crowd From Our Correspondent TURA, Dec 6: The much-awaited Megong Festival

Hawkers continue to reappear across city despite relocation drives

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 6: While the state government is making efforts to resolve the issue of street vending and transform Shillong into

JNC seeks action by Dec 15, warns of strong measures over possible delay

Death of pregnant woman in Jowai MCH From Our Correspondent JOWAI, Dec 6: The Jaintia National Council (JNC), western zone, led by its president

Fadnavis Assures Ambedkar Memorial To Be Ready Within Year

Governor Acharya Devvrat, Mr. Fadnavis, deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, deputy Speaker Anna Bansode and several other leaders paid tributes

Tourism-based textile complex inaugurated

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, Dec 6: Union Minister for Textiles Giriraj Singh inaugurated the Integrated Textile Tourism Complex (ITTC) along

The movie magic

Many of them run on outlandish formulas and offer naive solutions

Meghalayas first bachelors degree prog in Beauty & Wellness launched

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 6: Lakme Academy Shillong has launched a three-year bachelors degree programme in Beauty & Wellness, marking a majo

Bakery training culminates in JH

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 6: As many as 62 participants on Friday completed an eight-day bakery training programme conducted by the Deen Daya

File ping-pong triggers Omar-LG spat over J&K civil services exam

A political spat has erupted over age relaxation for Jammu and Kashmir's civil services exam. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused Lieutenant Gov

Forest Department Plans New Tiger Corridor To Kawal

The primary aim of creating the corridor is to provide a safe passage for tigers migrating into Adilabad in search of mates during the mating sea

Gustaakh Ishq like hot chocolate in winter, was craving for role like this: Vijay Varma

After a series of negative roles, actor Vijay Varmas heart was craving for something different. And then came along Gustaakh Ishq, a sweet love s

Boeing says Trump's equity stake plan doesn't apply to big U.S. defence firms

It really only applies on the supply chain, particularly for the smaller companies coming through, where that might be a way forward for them to

College Teacher on SIR Duty in Ghaziabad Dies of Brain Haemorrhage, Say Officials

The electoral roll revision is underway across the state since the beginning of November.

Nine Flights Cancelled at Visakhapatnam Airport

Travellers expressed frustration over the uncertainty, particularly those with connecting flights or urgent work commitments.

Customs reforms next big thing on govt agenda: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced comprehensive reforms for Customs, aiming for greater transparency and simplified compliance. Follo

Operation Kavach: 5K Join in Overnight Nakabandi

The extensive nakabandi' ran from 10.30 pm on Friday till 12.30 am, with vehicle inspections, arrests, and seizures aimed at strengthening public

AP Saves 2.21 Crore On Homoeopathy Medicines

A review of past procurements revealed that during the previous governments tenure, the same company supplied medicines to AP at rates 13% higher

27 ULBs Services Under GHMC

Permission for high-rise structures will be granted by the GHMC head office and not the GHMC circle or zonal offices.

Special Flights, Helicopters to Ferry Meet Delegates

Addressing a press conference at Praja Bhavan on Saturday, Bhatti said that the government was organising summit as an exclusive economic event.

Global Summit Yet Another Ploy By Revanth To Fool People: Harish

People, Harish Rao said, had already recognised Revanth Reddys deceptions, incompetence, and corrupt rule. In the last two years, instead of focu

Quad member countries condemn 'reprehensible' Delhi Red Fort blast, call for justice

The CTWG meeting was held as part of India's rotation hosting the next Quad Summit. The Quad CTWG was established during the Quad Foreign Ministe

9th Edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha to Be Held in Jan 2026; Registrations Open

The programme has grown from just 22,000 participants in the first edition in 2018 to 3.56 crore registrations in the eighth edition in 2025.

Trump approval ratings slide in latest polls: Supreme Court case, Venezuela tensions, and Indiana redistricting shake public opinion

Donald Trump approval ratings: US President Donald Trump's approval ratings have declined across major polls. This comes as the Supreme Court con

Kakani Accuses Govt Of Abandoning Cyclone-Hit Farmers

Kakani criticised the Vigilance department, claiming it was functioning as a political tool, acting only on instructions from ruling party leader

S. Muralidhar | Humane justice

The former Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court will head a UN Commission to investigate human rights violations in the occupied Palestinian te

Shashi Warrier | Of Class Assignments & The Theatre of SIR

I know, he said after another little gap. Its unfair. But you should have told me as soon as it happened. I cant do anything about it now. It wou

Dietitians say you can eat pasta and still lose weight heres the trick everyone misses

You can enjoy pasta and still lose weight with the right tips. Controlling portion size, adding vegetables, pairing with protein, and choosing hi

Womans Decision on Pregnancy Final

The judge emphasised that compelling a woman to carry an unwanted pregnancy would violate her dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution, and t

SC ruling on wedding gifts a win for all Muslim women

A landmark Supreme Court ruling grants divorced Muslim women the right to reclaim wedding gifts from their parents. Rousanara Begum's two-decade

Irrigation Projects to be Done Before Polls: Uttam

Uttam Kumar Reddy said the government was committed to completing the SLBC tunnel works as early as possible.

Plastic-free Message Scores Big at Vizag ODI

In a unique initiative promoting sustainability, the ACA, in collaboration with Swachh Andhra Corporation and GVMC, launched an eco-friendly self

Anita Katyal | Why BJP Yet To Elect Head; Only Tharoor At Putin Event

A new name has now been added to this list: V.D. Sharma, Lok Sabha MP from Khajuraho and former president of the partys Madhya Pradesh unit

Lavanya Elected Unopposed In Jangapalli

Officials will accept appeals on nominations till Sunday and the disposal date is December 8. The candidates may withdraw nominations on December

Naidu Flags Gaps in Performance of 37 MLAs; Warns Crackdown on Lady Dons

Citing the RSS as an example of selfless service, Naidu advised TD leaders to strengthen the party cadre with ideological commitment rather than

Lift More Parboiled Rice: Uttam to FCI

Uttam Kumar Reddy said that the storage capacity of Central Warehousing Corporation and State Warehousing Corporation in Telangana was 65 LMT and

Sam Altman | Merchant of the future

The OpenAI CEO has declared a code red at his company as the ChatGPT-maker rushes to turbocharge its chatbots performance; his urgency comes shor

MPs Urged to Ensure Protection for NRIs

Bheem Reddy and Chennamaneni Srinivas Rao submitted detailed representations on issues faced by Indian emigrants, especially those working in the

Official figures of the capacity in Delhis night shelter homes belie ground reality

Bomb Threats to Smuggle Gold at RGIA Suspected

On Friday and Saturday, the airport received four additional bomb threat emails, putting authorities on high alert.

Anonymous letter claiming faculty data manipulation sparks row at Hansraj College

Traffic Advisory for Telangana Rising Summit

Seven designated parking locations have been arranged, and QR codes have been issued for navigation.

Nothing wrong if Tamil Nadu becomes like Ayodhya, says state BJP chief

A political spat erupted over the Karthigai Deepam lighting in Tirupparankundram, with DMK accusing BJP of inciting communal unrest. BJP state ch

Bitcoin price (BTC USD) today falls to $89,000 Strategy CEO Phong Lee calms crypto market, says no BTC sales until 2065

Bitcoin price today: Strategy CEO Phong Lee reassured investors, stating the firm won't sell its Bitcoin until 2065, despite recent market volati

Bakelite, the first synthetic plastic

On December 7, 1909, Belgian-American chemist Leo Baekelands process patent for making Bakelite was granted, two years after he had figured it ou

Pavan K. Varma | Amend Law For EC That Can Defend Democracy

In its original incarnation from 1950 until the late 1980s the ECI was a single-member body, led only by a Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)

On his 70th death anniversary, CM says Ambedkars ideals as relevant as ever

The Banyan launches Keshav Desiraju Lived Experience Repository

Two foreign nationals arrested by Chennai police in drugs case

DNA TV SHOW: Will IndiGo's sins be washed away with a 'sorry'? Decoding IndiGo's 'blackmailing plan' as DGCA eases 'weekly rest' rules

India's largest airline IndiGo, which controls two-thirds of the domestic market carried out their 'blackmailing scheme' by delaying and cancelli

Two press bodies receive bomb threat e-mails; declared hoax

Experts Discuss Financial Inclusion On Asci Day

The lecture, Indias Financial Inclusion Journey, was delivered virtually by M Nagaraju, secretary in the Union department of financial services.

ASCI Lecture Explores Indias Next Phase Of Financial Inclusion

The lecture, Indias Financial Inclusion Journey, was delivered virtually by M Nagaraju, secretary in the Union department of financial services.

Biocon to merge biologics unit in $5.5 billion deal

Biocon has announced a bold step in the biopharmaceutical landscape by merging its biosimilars division, Biocon Biologics, into the parent organi

IndiGo mass flight cancellations to continue on Sunday? Here's what the airline said

The IndiGo crisis continued to impact passengers across the country for a fifth straight day, with Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport b

CM blames past regimes for pollution, vows stronger and faster control efforts

Govt. extremely serious about curbing pollution, dust being tackledthrough wall-to-wall road constructionand city aiming to shift all public tran