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65% of newly elected Bengal MLAs face criminal cases; 61% are crorepatis: ADR

A party-wise analysis showed that 152 of 206 winning candidates (74%) from the Bharatiya Janata Party have declared criminal cases, followed by 3

Three arrested for trying to sell pangolins scales

Four killed in different accidents in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts

Slain Chandranath Rath: From air force serviceman to Suvendus trusted troubleshooter

There had even been speculation that Rath could be entrusted with a larger administrative responsibility if Adhikari assumed a bigger role in gov

Hantavirus in U.S: People in 3 states are monitored for potential infections. Symptoms, treatment - all you need to know

Hantavirus usually spreads by inhaling contaminated rodent droppings and can spread person-to-person, though that is rare, according to the WHO.

Petition in High Court seeks stay on Tata Trusts meeting

Ahead of a critical Tata Trusts meeting scheduled for Friday, a petition has claimed that Sir Ratan Tata Trust violates a new Maharashtra law on

From Air Force Veteran To Suvendu Adhikari's Aide: Who Was Chandranath Rath?

Chandranath Rath, the close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari who was shot dead in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, had travelled an u

Stock Market today: Why is Japan's Nikkei rising to all-time historic high? What US investors need to know about Yen's surge

Japan's markets are also responding to a stronger yen since the last trading day on Friday, following bouts of suspected intervention by Tokyo to

NC, PDP in war of wordsover Rajya Sabha polls, closure of seminary, sidelining Urdu

Those who aided the BJP in the Rajya Sabha polls were exposed through Right To Information (RTI).No one in my party will act against the organisa

CVPPL organizes awareness programme on TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: A Tuberculosis (TB) awareness programme organized by the CVPPL (A Joint Venture of NHPC Ltd and JKSPDC) in

PM Modi & Amit Shah to keep Bengal date, attend states first BJP CMs Brigade oath on Sat

Winter storm alert: Schools closed, commuters hit by Snowstorm, Colorado Rockies-New York Mets games postponed

Winter Storm alert: Weather service said parts of the region could continue to see light snow and rain on Thursday but that temperatures will tre

Kolkata cops crack the whip after bulldozer run

Carlos Rodon, Ben Rice injury updates: When will MLB baseball stars return for New York Yankees starting lineup?

Carlos Rodon has been sidelined all season while recovering from surgery Oct. 15 to remove loose bodies in his left elbow and shave a bone spur.

Kash Patel bourbon: FBI starts investigation against journalist over Atlantic magazine story about Kash Patel's drinkinh habits

Atlantic story accused Patel of frequently drinking to excess and said he was in danger of losing his job as FBI director.

West Bengal: Bike-borne miscreants spread panic in Kolkata minority pockets

One year on, Poonch still haunted by night of shelling, loss, and unfulfilled promises

A year after the devastating cross-border shelling in Poonch that claimed 14 civilian lives, including four children, the scars of that tragic ni

Arrest those indulging in violence: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Clashes, firing, vandalism rock West Bengal, BJP calls for calm

Odisha CM Advocates Two-Coast Model for Indias Development Boost

Bhubaneswar, May 7: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi has called for a two-coast strategy to accelerate the next phase of industrial deve

West Bengal: 9 of 80 TMC MLAs give Mamatas 1st post-election meet a miss

NCRB: Fake notes with Rs 55 crore face value confiscated in 2024

The emergence of Indian Knowledge Systems

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in Indian Knowledge System is just not about merely knowing about some ancestral knowledge. It must be our e

Justice Yashwant Varma continues as HC judge despite resignation

J&K villages get 'parents brigade' to lead anti-drug fight; J&K LG launches new fight against narco terror

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has announced the formation of a parents brigade across Jammu and Kashmir to strengthen grassroots efforts agains

Much ado about women empowerment

Prof M K Bhat drmkb1963@ gmail.com The much ado about women empowerment has come to a halt with the failing of the bill in the parliament and bot

Producer R. B. Choudary dies in road accident; Vijay cries inconsolably, Rajinikanth, Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi pay heartfelt tribute

Veteran film producer R. B. Choudary died in a tragic road accident near Udaipur on Tuesday, shocking the South film industry. The founder of Sup

Bhagwant Mann blames BJP for blasts, party threatens legal action to oust CM

When Numbers Protest: CFO Exit, Auditor Dissent, and New Grammar of Corporate Risk in India

The 70-crore lawsuit filed by former IndusInd Bank executive Gobind Jain against IndusInd Bank and the Reserve Bank of India highlights larger co

CEC directs West Bengal officials to ensure zero post-poll violence

This directive came amid concerns over law and order in parts of the State, with the Election Commission closely monitoring the situation

CM inaugurates multi-purpose sports complex, PHC block at Tangmarg, Gulmarg

Excelsior Correspondent TANGMARG/GULMARG, May 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated a state-of-the-art multi-purpose indoor sports co

Punjab Kings pay for poor fielding as SRH OutKlaas them to top points table

HYDERABAD, May 6: A profligate Punjab Kings put down catches at the drop of a hat as Sunrisers Hyderabad buried them under a huge total, winning

Vietnam important part of Indias Act East policy: Murmu

NEW DELHI, May 6 : President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday said Vietnam is an important part of Indias Act East policy and that New Delhi is keen t

On Op Sindoor anniversary, Joint Commanders Conference begins today; Rajnath to attend

Security challenges before country to come up for review Major focus on indigenization and Aatmanirbharta Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 6: On first a

India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership; call for freedom of navigation in South China Sea

NEW DELHI, May 6 : India and Vietnam on Wednesday elevated their ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership and set a USD 25 billion

Bangladesh hopes no pushback after BJPs win in elections

DHAKA, May 6: Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday expressed hope that people will not be pushed in his country after the BJPs

Those neglected now getting highest priority in new era of J&Ks progress: LG

Border villages backbone of India Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Our border villages are the inheritors of a rich tradition of courage and

China warns Japan over missile use, flags remilitarisation concerns

BEIJING, May 6 : China on Wednesday sharply criticised Japans for firing Type 88 missiles during a joint maritime exercise exercises, warning tha

Shanghai Archery WC: Compound teams flop, return empty-handed

SHANGHAI, May 6: Indian compound mens and womens teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Arch

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant killed in point-blank shooting in Bengal days after BJP's poll victory

The personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in West Bengal days after the BJP

Defection claims in NC baseless, no MLA is leaving: Omar

Will provide 25, 000 govt jobs this year Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, May 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today put the defection claims in ruling Nat

Indias disappointing campaign at World TT ends

LONDON, May 6: Indias underwhelming campaign at the World Table Tennis Team Championships ended with womens 1-3 loss to USA in the round of 32 he

Akanksha exits, other Indian seeded players progress

TUMAKURU, May 6: The exit of eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture in the womens singles was the lone jarring note in an otherwise impressive secon

Ban on bilateral sports with Pak to continue, multi-national events exempted: Ministry

NEW DELHI, May 6: The Sports Ministry on Wednesday said the blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan that was imposed last year will

4 states account for 41% of NEET (UG) aspirants

Bihar Prepares for Cabinet Expansion Ceremony at Gandhi Maidan

Patna, May 7: Bihar is set to witness a significant cabinet expansion on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP National President Nitin Nab

CBI Files Charges Against Builders and Officials in Home Buying Fraud Case

New Delhi, May 7: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charges in a significant home buying fraud case involving large-scale decep

Hormuz appears set for reopening as US, Iran announce lifting blockades

The Strait of Hormuz appeared set to reopen after the US and Iran announced steps to lift blockades on the crucial global shipping route. US Pres

BJP Leaders Aide Shot Dead in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 7: A shocking incident has emerged from the Madhyagram area of North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, where Chandranath Rath, th

Sorkari baksa deficit skul aro college-rango kam kagiparangni toma chusokja

CPF scheme-ni bidingo dilsretna jotton kaa ine skigiparang matnanga SHILLONG: Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised

Conquering Zojila Barrier

For most of the world, distance has become an abstraction. Motorways, high-speed rail, and modern logistics have compressed geography into irrele

Secretary, PWD Ladakh Reviews Progress of Leh and Kargil Bhawans in New Delhi

Excelsior correspondent NEW DELHI, May 06 : Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Union Territory of Ladakh, conduct

Rising Temperatures in Jammu: Ignored Climate Warning?

Sonia Kashyap soniakashyap928@gmail.com The mercury is rising and so is the alarm. Jammu, the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is sweltering un

Shillong airport-ko dalbate tarina mamong sorkari contract-ko onaha: CM

Ja 15-ni gisepon kamrangko matchotnaba gnang SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko tourism aro rea doani cholrangko tangdoatna gita Shillong airport-ni runwa

Japan Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in health, medical devices

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 6: Japan Minister for Science & Technology Policy and Minister of State for Space Policy, ONODA Kimi, acco

Dr Darakhshan inaugurates beautification project at Sarbal

*Lays foundation for works at Aishmuqam Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson, Dr Syed Darakhshan

WB-o amako manahaoba Mlaya TMC bilgrikuja: Pyngrope

SHILLONG: Bilsi 15-na sorkariko chalaiani jaman ia bilsini West Bengal Assembly election-o Trinamool Congress (TMC) amako manahaoba ia party, Meg

Sakeena reviews recruitment process of various departments, SKIMS

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 6: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a hi

U.S. fires on Iranian oil tanker as Trump pressures Tehran for deal to end war

A fighter jet shot out the rudder of the tanker in the Gulf of Oman as it tried to breach the American blockade of Irans ports, U.S. Central Comm

Empowerment of Meghalaya Tourism Champions program-ko Umiam-o ongata

Tourism-ko chusokgipa ongatna pilakkon bakrime kam kachina CM didia SHILLONG: Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya program-ko Budbar sal

Gaurav meets Tarun Chugh, discusses key political issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: J&K BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta today called on National general sec

Cabinet expansion delay exposes rift: Purnima

NC on ventilator Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6,: BJP spokesperson J&K and former Deputy Mayor, Purnima Sharma launched a scathing attack o

Sethi reviews development initiatives in Ambphalla, Bajalta Mandals

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Senior BJP leader and MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi, on Wednesday chaired separate organizational meetings

TB aro NCD-na Screening Drive-ko June jaona ongatgen

AMPATI: 100 Days Tuberculosis (TB) Campaign-ni ningo TB aro Non-Communicable Disease (NCD)-na Screening Drive dakani program-ko South West Garo H

Parmish Verma Praises Sonal Chauhan: Her Presence Eases Tension and Overthinking

Mumbai, May 7: Popular Punjabi actor and singer Parmish Verma is currently in the spotlight for his upcoming film Shera. In this project, he star

India and Vietnam Strengthen Economic Ties in Key Meeting

New Delhi, May 7: A significant meeting took place on Wednesday in the national capital, aimed at enhancing economic and strategic cooperation be

INDIA bloc cracks as Congress snaps 11-year-old DMK ties

'Lutnick misled Americans': Democrats drop BOMBSHELL on Commerce Secretary's Epstein testimony

India Exits Early from ITTF World Table Tennis Championship Round of 32

London, May 7: Indias journey in the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championship 2026 ended disappointingly. Both the mens and womens teams faced d

FIR Demanded Against Actor Vijay in Madras High Court Over Tax Irregularities

Chennai, May 7: A writ petition has been filed in the Madras High Court demanding the registration of an FIR against actor Vijay, who is also the

Naga Chaitanya Celebrates 15 Years of 100 Percent Love with Fond Memories

Mumbai, May 7: South Indian cinemas beloved actor Naga Chaitanya recently marked the 15th anniversary of his Telugu romantic comedy film, 100 Per

Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar Resigns from Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, May 7: Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar has resigned from her Rajya Sabha seat. According to the Parliament bulletin,

India Forgives Nothing: Air Force Posts Video On 1 Year Of Op Sindoor

Operation Sindoor Anniversary: At 1.05 am on Thursday, the IAF in a post on X shared a video with incredibly sharp footage of some moments from O

Bengal bloodshed: Suvendus PA killed in car near Kolkata

BEML Recruitment 2026: Apply for 27 Positions Including Senior Manager by May 14

Bengaluru, May 7: Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) has officially announced recruitment for 27 positions, including Senior Manager. Eligible ca

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Pledges Support for Farmers Amid Wheat Procurement

Bhopal, May 7: The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, has assured that the government will purchase every grain from farmers and will

SRH Sets Massive Target of 236 Runs Against PBKS in IPL 2026

Hyderabad, May 7: In the 49th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has set a daunting target of 236 runs for

West Bengal: Security pared back in Mamata Banerjees Kalighat

EC foiled 68L cyber hits on counting day

Punjabs Law and Order Deteriorates Under Bhagwant Manns Government: Rajiv Ranjan

Patna, May 7: Rajiv Ranjan, the national spokesperson for the Janata Dal United (JDU), expressed his views on recent bombings in Punjab, the poli

One Year of Operation Sindoor: India Dismantles Nine Terrorist Camps in a Strategic Move

New Delhi, May 7: One year ago, India launched Operation Sindoor to eliminate terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This mil

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Bihars Leadership Changes Ahead of Cabinet Expansion

Patna, May 6: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary is set to expand his cabinet on Thursday. In a pointed remark, Tejashwi Yadav, the National E

Samba police arrests drug peddler, seizes 3.16 grams of heroin

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 6: Intensifying its drive against drug smugglers/peddlers in the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, Samba police has

Suvendu Adhikari calls killing of aide Chandranath Rath 'pre-planned murder'; appeals not to take law into own hands

NIA chargesheets Hyderabad doctor, two others in ISIS-linked bioterror conspiracy

'Minnesota fraudsters got rich': JD Vance TORCHES fraud scheme targeting welfare funds

Bulldozer Action Against Criminals Planned in West Bengal, Says BJP Leader Nishith Pramanik

Kolkata, May 7: BJP leader Nishith Pramanik and MP Khagen Murmu have responded to issues of infiltration and the leadership of the TMC. They also

The Untold Story of Prem Dhawan: How Manoj Kumar Changed His Destiny

Mumbai, May 7: Renowned lyricist Prem Dhawans songs continue to inspire passion among audiences. He passed away on May 7, 2001, but tracks like A

Congresss Proposed Roadblock in Madhya Pradesh Criticized as Anti-Public by BJP Leader

Mumbai, May 7: The proposed roadblock by the Congress party on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway, aimed at addressing the issues faced by farmers

Bihar Cabinet Approves 20 Key Proposals Ahead of Expansion

Patna, May 7: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, a meeting of the Bihar Cabinet took place at the main secretariat on Wedne