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Restore Historic Qila Darhal

Qila Darhal is not merely an architectural relic tucked away in the rugged folds of the Pir Panjal-it is a living manuscript of Jammu and Kashmir

DB slams UT for abuse of process in Dental Assistant recruitment

*Orders compensation to ousted merit candidates Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 4: In a stinging indictment of the Jammu & Kashmir administrat

NGT takes suo motu cognizance of climate crisis in Ladakh UT

Tourism boom, urbanization affecting fragile ecology *3 Union Ministries among 8 bodies issued notices Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Dec 4: In a signific

DGP reviews security situation, ongoing operations in Basantgarh

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 4: Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police, Nalin Prabhat today visited Basantgarh area in Udhampur di

JeM recruits 5000 women to radicalize them

Azhars sister Sadia leading drive NEW DELHI, Dec 4: Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has recruited over 5,000 women in its newly-launched wing, Jamaat ul M

Transforming Indias Labour Landscape: Labour Codes for a Vikshit Bharat.

pibjammu@gmail.com Dr Pradeep Kumar Jena In a landmark development, Government of India has implemented four Labour Codes with effect from 21st N

3 of marriage party killed in Bani mishap

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Dec 4: In a tragic and unfortunate accident, three persons of a marriage party were killed and two others were in

Defence ministers of India, Russia hold crucial talks ahead of summit

NEW DELHI, Dec 4 : India and Russia on Thursday resolved to expand their bilateral defence cooperation with New Delhi showing its keen interest i

District Udhampur Taekwondo Cship on Dec 8, 9

Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 4: The Taekwondo Association of District Udhampur will host the 15th District Udhampur Taekwondo Cha

Lord Narayana, the owner

Live-in ok for adults even if not of marriage age: Rajasthan HC

Rajasthan high court affirmed that two consenting adults, even below marriageable age, have the right to a live-in relationship. Rejecting the ar

Loudspeakers not integral to practising religion: HC

Telangana High Court Reserves Orders On Y. Srilakshmis Plea To Quash CBI Case

The CBI submitted that Pratap Reddy had invested approximately Rs 68 crore in companies linked to Jagan Mohan Reddy as a quid pro quo for these f

States must replace BLOs finding SIR work difficult: SC

Telangana HC Rejects Pleas On Panchayat Poll Quota Rules

The petitioners contended that the authorities relied on outdated 2011 Census data without taking into consideration the reorganisation and bifur

Parl panel on bill to decriminalise politics to reach out to oppn

November Was Driest Month For AP

The Alluri Sitarama Raju district recorded the highest deficit with 98 per cent. It recorded 0.9mm against the normal fall of 40.3.

ADR: SIR failed to weed out 5L duplicate voters in Bihar

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Presidents rule would have been imposed in West Bengal had we not gone ahead with SIR says Mamata

Without making a direct reference to MLA Humayun Kabir who was suspended by the Trinamool Congress earlier in the day, Chief Minister Mamata Bane

Three Arrested In Hyderabad For Rs 37.7 Lakh Digital Arrest Scam

The cybercrime police started their investigation on August 11 following a complainant from the city-based target, Arvind Babu. DCP, cybercrime (

Corruption Allegations Heat Up Mahesh Bank Polls

The Reserve Bank of Indias inspection report flagged serious governance lapses by the incumbent board led by chairman Ramesh Kumar Bung in execut

Sunalis haemoglobinlevel low, docs adviseblood transfusion

Visakhapatnam Celebrates Tag As Safest City For Women

The celebration began with a rally. Later, a meeting was held at the AU Convention hall. Commissioner Sankhabrata Bagchi said women's safety was

'This was our own internal work': Patel, Bongino reveal details of pipe bomb suspect in Jan. 6 case

Cotton Mills Going Through Crises Due To Poor Harvest In Kurnool District

The situation worsened with Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) officials rejecting the produce of many farmers due to high moisture content more

My name is Samrat Choudhary, not bulldozer: Bihar Dy CM

Crackdown on illegal encroachments as per the instructions of the court

WFH status shouldnt tilt balance in custody battle: SC

MPs Want Balaji Railway Division With Tirupati As Headquarters

Delegation members emphasised that Tirupati is one of Indias busiest pilgrimage destinations. It ranks among the highest revenue-generating railw

Kerala: HC denies Cong MLA bail in sex assault case; party expels him

TN defies HC for 2nd time in 2 days on hilltop lamp ritual

NFR set for Chaparmukh-Jowai railway project survey next year

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The long-pending dream of rail connectivity reaching the Khasi-Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya may take a small but s

GHMC Divisions Likely to Double to 300

Officials of the erstwhile ULBs met the GHMC officials to ensure that the merger process was conducted seamlessly.

Brian Cole is anti-Trump leftist or MAGA supporter? Various conflicting pictures of suspect emerge. Here's social media claims, FBI arrest, DC pipe bomb probe explained

Brian Cole is anti-Trump leftist or MAGA supporter? Social media users question the political leanings of the newly identified DC pipe bomb suspe

ED conducts multiple raids in Tura

Misappropriation of Rs 28.66-crore GHADC funds By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: In a significant action against alleged diversion of funds of the

Dissent within BJP over choice of ST candidates

GHADC polls By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: A section of BJP leaders has voiced opposition to the partys decision to field Scheduled Tribe (ST)

Governors House renamed as Lok Bhavan

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: In a significant change aligned with a recent directive from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, the iconic Raj

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Raid Mylliem performs annual rituals at Iewduh with reverence

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The Raid of Mylliem on Thursday performed the annual rituals at Iewduh, the oldest and largest traditional Khasi

Private Entities to Host Araku Cultural Festival Ahead of States Araku Chali Utsav

Hosted by Treksome at a private resort, the festival aims to create a sustainable platform that places indigenous culture at the centre

A traffic police officer in Shillong removes a tinted film from a vehicles window during an on-road inspection

A traffic police officer in Shillong removes a tinted film from a vehicles window during an on-road inspection, part of an ongoing drive to enfor

STP warns against illegal fittings on vehicles

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The Shillong Traffic Police (STP) has rolled out intensified enforcement across the city following a recent Offi

Over 35 Nokmas get recognition for nature conservation efforts

From Our Correspondent TURA, Dec 4: Nokmas (village headmen) from over 35 villages from different parts of the Garo Hills were felicitated on Thu

Students of Classes 8 to 10 from Nepali Kanya Pathshala Secondary School, Shillong

Students of Classes 8 to 10 from Nepali Kanya Pathshala Secondary School, Shillong, during their yearly educational excursion to ICAR, Umiam, on

Sister Duo Shine at Kalasagaram Festival with Amma Ravamma

The signal was loud and clear that Anahita and Apoorva are not just promising talents but artists with their schematics in place.

Saravanan, Tamil cinemas gentleman producer, dead

Taking to the skies

PM Modi Gifts Russian Edition Of Bhagvad Gita To Putin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has presented a copy of Bhagvad Gita in Russian to President Vladimir Putin, who is on a two-day visit to India.

How the FBI identified and arrested Brian Cole, who kept buying bomb components after allegedly planting pipe devices on Jan. 6

Federal authorities have arrested Brian Cole Jr. in connection with pipe bombs planted in Washington D.C. before the January 6th Capitol attack.

Salalith Tottempudi Becomes Indias Rifle Body Member

Tottempudis election is being hailed as a significant milestone for Andhra Pradesh, underscoring the states increasing visibility and contributio

IITM Opens in Hyd With Global Presence

The India International Travel Mart (IITM) opened here on Thursday, bringing together key players from the travel and tourism industry.

Final Decision on Singur Kicked Down the Road

Water board, MB officials throw up their hands

Israel Launches Fresh Strikes On Lebanon After Warnings

Israeli raids hit south Lebanon on Thursday as its military said it was striking Hezbollah weapons storage facilities, a day after Lebanese and I

Bill Gates' quote on how to get successful: 'Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they cant lose'

Bill Gates co-founded Microsoft in 1975, becoming the world's youngest billionaire by 1987. He warns that success can be a poor teacher, fosterin

Four Students Killed, Two Injured in Mishap

The severely injured were admitted to the hospital for medical treatment.

News from the world of Education: December 5, 2025

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

Demerit Goods to Face Health, Security Cess: Nirmala Sitharaman

Revenue from levy will be shared with States for health schemes

Celebrating fisherwomen without hearing their voices

A recent event in Mumbai highlighted how deeply the gender imbalance persists, even in spaces meant to celebrate women

IndiGo To Fly Wide-Body Aircraft On VijayawadaHyderabad Route

IndiGos flight special director A.K. Singh held discussions with MPs Kesineni Sivanath and G.M. Harish in the presence of Ram Mohan Naidu.

Cultural Line-Up at Telangana Rising Global Summit

Dance troupes will greet guests with performances in Kommu Koya, Banjara, Kolatam, Gussadi, Oggu Dollu, Women Dappulu, Perini Natyam and Bonala K

India-SA ODI Teams Arrive In Vizag For Tomorrows Match

India won the opening ODI in Ranchi before the South Africans bounced back to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory in Raipur and level the seri

Ramagundam-Manuguru Railway Line Gets Green Signal After 10-Year Wait

The proposed railway line is expected to be a major boon for thousands of pilgrims travelling to the Sammakka-Sarakka Jatara, one of Indias large

Model Panchayats Set Examples in Village Development

The progressive and award-winning villages are inspiring voters to demand comparable progress in the high-stakes polls.

Second Phase of Land Pooling Starts in Amaravati

Farmers join second land pooling drive

World BankADB Technical Mission Visits Amaravati

The sessions would continue daily until December 11, culminating in PPP-related discussions, contract management workshops, and review meetings w

Maheshwar Rao inspects South Bengaluru metro corridor works

Health & national security cess only on demerit goods like pan masala, not essentials, says Nirmala Sitharaman

A new health and national security cess will be imposed on demerit goods like pan masala. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated this cess wi

Who are Brian Coles family and how did they react to his arrest involving the Jan. 6 DC pipe bombing case?

Brian Cole Junior, the man identified as the suspect in the pipe bomb incident near the Capitol, has been arrested in Virginia. The 30-year-old f

Finance Minister discusses investments with Russia Deputy PM

India and Russia are set for a significant annual summit on December 5. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held talks with a Russian delegation

Sberbank plans to go big in India, move rupee surplus into G-Secs

Sberbank, which processes the largest share of India-Russia trade payments, is also looking at channelling rupee surplus of its investors into go

6 more bodies found, Maoist toll in Bastar shootout hits 18

Lexus RX 350h Gets New Exquisite Entry Trim, Priced Under Rs 90 Lakh

The Exquisite variant comes with a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS.

Parliament Watch: Cashless transactions, e-shram portal, women lead MSMEs and more

Government updates reveal progress in road accident victim treatment, with many cases eligible. Highway project awards have slowed due to stricte

Israel Eurovision controversy explained: Why did Ireland, Spain, Netherlands and Slovenia boycott Eurovision Song Contest 2026 and who else may follow suit?

Israel Eurovision controversy explained as Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia confirm a boycott of the 2026 contest after Israel is cle

India, Russia eye trade boost with more diversified basket

India and Russia aim to double bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, focusing on diversifying exports beyond current levels. Both nations are

Fitch raises FY26 growth forecast to 7.4% from 6.9%

Fitch Ratings has boosted India's economic growth forecast for FY26 to 7.4 percent. This upgrade is driven by robust consumer spending and recent

How deportee was allowed to walk free, asks HC on Suraj Lama missing case

Man Dies After Being Chased by Dogs in Warangal

While trying to escape the aggressive dogs, he reportedly started speeding on his bike, lost control, and fell into a drainage canal, resulting i

Andhra Pradesh finalises PG course fee in five govt. medical colleges

Parliament approves Bill to levy higher excise duty on tobacco

The provisions of the Bill will come into effect once the GST compensation cess, which is currently levied on tobacco, comes to an end

Cruise on Krishna river throws light on evolution of village deities

SIPB Meet: Rs 20,444 Crore Worth Investments Approved for AP

Permissions for companies should be granted only after thorough examination: CM

LG Sinha urges for modern labs, better diagnostic access in remote areas

Jammu Tawi, Dec 04: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Thursday delivered the keynote address at the inaugural session ofAPCON 2025, the 73rd An

Cantonment Merger Debate Grows as GHMC Expansion Gains Pace

The Cantonment Vikas Manch, in a letter submitted to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, sought his intervention to include Secunderabad Cantonment

Operation Sindoor | US President didnt play any role in India-Pak ceasefire: Govt informs Parliament

New Delhi, Dec 4: Maintaining that United States President Donald Trump had no role to play in ceasefire between India and Pakistan following Ope

Five engineering students die in accident on NH-16 in Palnadu district

J&K has highest power losses in India at 48 pc

New Delhi, Dec 4:The Government of India on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the

Nimmala Wants Polavaram Project Completed Before Godavari Pushkaralu

He said though the project had earlier been scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027, there is now a call to advance the project completion b

Telangana Ignoring Right to Education Act

The panel comprising Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin was dealing with the PILs filed by Earasani Devender Reddy and

T.N. sanctions 875 cr. to clear dues under RTE