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Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters Badminton Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: The Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters (Veteran) Badminton Championship 2025 organized by Badminton Associ

Middle East turmoil: Indian airlines cancel 357 intl flights on Mon

NEW DELHI, Mar 2 : Indian airlines cancelled 357 international flights on Monday as the operational disruptions caused by the Middle East conflic

LG visits family of SSF personnel Sunny Salgotra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha visited the family of Special

Silver hits Rs 3 lakh/kg, gold nears Rs 1.73 lakh/10g amid rising Middle East crisis

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Precious metal prices skyrocketed up to 12 per cent in the national capital on Monday, with silver surging to Rs 3 lakh per kil

Chardi Kala, Hari Singh Nalwa XI win league matches

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: Chardi Kala Strikers and Hari Singh Nalwa XI made it one-sided contests in the league round of the o

Joint Holi-Purim celebrations in Israel cancelled amid rising tensions

JERUSALEM, Mar 2: A planned joint Holi-Purim celebration at the Jaffa Port in Israel has been cancelled due to escalating tensions in the region.

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attacks Mamata govt over law and order, infiltration in Bengal

KOLKATA (WB), Mar 2 : Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday slammed the Mamata Banerjee government in We

Stock markets suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies; Sensex, Nifty tumble over 1 pc

MUMBAI, Mar 2: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty nosedived over 1 per cent on Monday as investors sentiment were hit hard following

Curbing non-CO2 pollutants key to tackling rising temperatures

Slashing non-carbon dioxide (CO2) pollutants, particularly short-lived climate pollutants, such as methane, could put the emergency brake on risi

Constituted 40 yrs ago, Katra Development Authority never received full manpower

Vital body toothless due to lack of adequate manpower Issue discussed in various meetings but no serious action Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Mar 2: Even

Epstein Files-ni bidingo Mahila Congress jingjengatna abachenga

SHILLONG: Epstein Files-ni bidingo matnanganirangna asongni Prime Minister Narendra Modi-chi dilenggipa NDA sorkarini aganchakaniko dabienba Somb

DC inspects civic facilities, development works in Ramban town

Excelsior correspondent RAMBAN, Mar 2: Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today conducted an extensive visit of Ramban town to review the pr

DC Kathua visits Parisha, One Stop Centre; reviews women-centric Services

Excelsior correspondent KATHUA, Mar 2: As part of the ongoing Women Week campaign, the Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today visited Par

DC reviews progress under District CAPEX Budget 202526

Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Mar 2: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired a meeting to review the progress of wor

DC Kulgam visits Yaripora, reviews functioning of Government Offices

Excelsior Correspondent KULGAM, Mar 2: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam today visited Yaripora area to review the functioning of key gove

DDC reviews functioning of Labour and Employment Department

Excelsior correspondent REASI, Mar 2: District Development Commissioner Reasi, Kumar Abhishek today chaired a review meeting to assess the functi

Auto association, skul bisarangna dakchake ona

TURA: Skulo poraienggipa bisarangna dakchakanirangko onna gita West Garo Hills Autorickshaw Association (WGHAA) Dermile unit-ni membor-rang, ding

Revenue courts sit on 26,338 legacy matters

10,438 fresh cases still pending in J&K Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Mar 2: More than 26,000 legacy cases continue to weigh on revenue courts across t

Israel army says struck and dismantled Iran's state broadcaster HQ

The Israeli military issued an evacuation warning for Tehran residents, especially those located near the headquarters of Irans state broadcaster

Terrorism, extremism, radicalisation serious challenges for India, Canada: PM

Close cooperation imperative for global peace, security New Delhi, Mar 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted that terrorism, extr

GHADC-o ST certificate nangtelgipa ongataniko champengode bilake jingjengatna NGO-rang kamikkenata

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o susana gita candidate-rang, Scheduled Tribe (ST) donggipa ongna nangtelgen ine ad

Protests across Kashmir over Khameneis killing for 2nd day

Restrictions to continue today as precautionary measure Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Mar 2: Hundreds of people across Kashmir took to the st

Protests in J&K, candle march in Raipur over Khamenei death

Achik jatko chelchaknasa Sixth Schedule-ni ningo GHADC-ko ona: Rinaldo

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o susana gita Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate-ko nangtelgipa ongatna tik kaaniko P

'I won't get bored with Iran war, we are ahead of schedule': Trump drops bombshell on Tehran strikes

85 Seconds to Midnight A Dangerous Timing

Editor, The Doomsday Clock, created in 1947 by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, is not merely a symbolic timepiece, it is a stark moral gau

Meghalayas Failing Last Mile HealthCare

To hear of healthcare facilities not being available for people in Dawki area is an unpardonable lapse. Dawki is a border area and is supposed to

Meghalaya State Budget : No Road to Financial Freedom or Self Sufficiency

By Kitdor H. Blah The Meghalaya 2026-27 budget walks a tightrope. It keeps its fiscal deficit to 3.5% of GSDP, within the limit of the Meghalaya

Hynniewtrep people! Beware of the RSSs divisive agenda

By Lakhon Kma The comments made by the BJP leader who is a former RSS Pracharak-Sunil Vishwanath Deodhar against Christians in Meghalaya at the I

Rubio says Israel's strike plan triggered U.S. attack on Iran

We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action. We knew that that would precipitate an attack against American forces, and we knew that if

'I'm done, hold me in contempt': Hillary Clinton SCREAMS at GOP during explosive Epstein hearing

Man Gets 10-Year Jail In Pocso Case

Police said the minor girl was reported missing on January 29, 2023, and was traced on February 8. During investigation, she stated that the accu

J&Ks Ruling NC Adopts Resolution Paying Tribute To Martyr Khamenei

Presiding over the condolence gathering at the party headquarters, Sagar guided participants in offering prayers and reciting Fatiha for all thos

Birla Mandir Celebrates Golden Jubilee With Big Facelift

Executive officer Sham Kothari said the temples marble structure was polished from the main shikhar to the last step as part of the renovation wo

Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz

The strait (of Hormuz) is closed. If anyone tries to pass, the heroes of the Revolutionary Guards and the regular navy will set those ships ablaz

House panel releases videos of Bill and Hillary Clinton answering questions about Epstein

President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton faced hours of questioning under oath from lawmakers who are searching for a

Buddhavanam To Be Developed As World Peace Centre: Jupally

Krishna Rao said Buddhavanam would be developed as a world-class heritage centre and that a Global Buddhist Centre would be established nearby un

Six lakh babies born with anomalies each year, but no national registry to track them

A look at some of the contenders to be Irans supreme leader after the killing of Khamenei

Irans leaders are scrambling to replace Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled the country for 37 years before he was killed in the U.S

Quote of the Day by Ozzy Osbourne: 'Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind the most...'Inspiring quotes by the 'Prince of Darkness'

Ozzy Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, is remembered for his raw honesty and dark humor. His quote, 'Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind t

'I won't tell you, press or the enemy': Hegseth SNAPS at reporter over 'US troops in Iran' question

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and will ensure oil prices reach $200 amid US-Israel strikes and rising war tensions

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and will ensure oil prices reach $200 after US and Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The move threatens

Quote of the day by John Irving: 'If you are lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to...' inspiring lessons on living life, courage, and following your dreams by the author of The World According to Garp

Quote of the day by John Irving: Acclaimed novelist John Irving's wisdom urges us to find the courage to live a life we love. Discovering such a

Wildlife Day Celebrated At Mahavir Harina Vanasthali

The day was marked with the unveiling of a poster carrying the 2026 theme and the release of a book titled Birds of Mahavir Harina Vanasthali Nat

Mortgage rates jump above 6% after US-Israel strikes on iran push oil prices higher

Mortgage rates in the US suddenly increased after war tensions pushed oil prices higher and created inflation fears. Investors avoided bonds, whi

450 Staff From Hyderabad Hospitals Posted To Sanathnagar TIMS

According to a senior health official, nearly one-third of the 450 staff are doctors, while the remaining two-thirds comprise nurses and other pa

Preparations started for the by-election in Tripura Assembly seat

The total number of voters in the constituency, according to the published roll, is 46,143; Officials say there could be some change if any fault

What caused Donald Trump's red neck rash? Here's what the White House doctor explains

Photographs revealed a red rash on Donald Trump's neck, sparking online speculation. The White House physician clarified it was from a preventive

CM Revanth Reddy Greets Telangana on Holi, Urges Eco-Friendly Celebrations

The Chief Minister described Holi as a vibrant expression of love, affection, and happiness, highlighting its deep cultural and social significan

The Ally We Deserted: How India Turned Its Back on Iran

In a 2019 India Times article, I warned that India risked sacrificing its historic partnership with Iran by tilting toward the US-Israel-Gulf blo

Melania Trump LIVE | US First Lady chairs UN Security Council meeting

Banks, schools receive bomb threat e-mails; declared hoax

President unveils welfares chemes, says will bring change to lives of women

Security stepped up in Delhi amid escalating tensions in West Asia

Race heats up for Bihars five RS seats with RJD entry

Though the Opposition party is likely to secure the support of Mahagathbandhan allies like the Congress and the Left parties, their combined tall

Jharkhand CM urges PM to ensure safe return of stranded Indians from Gulf nations

Mr. Soren shared the helpline numbers for assistance: Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-3456-526; Landline: 0651-2480083, 0651-2481188, 0651-2480058; What

Trust Issues Dog KLIS Barrages Repair Plans

It is reliably learnt that the irrigation officials have been informed by the CWPRS that a report will be submitted on the test results and findi

Why is everyone talking about Kelly Osbourne's appearance at the BRIT Awards 2026? Here's how Sharon Osbourne slams trolls targeting grieving Kelly Osbourne

Kelly Osbourne faced online criticism for her appearance at the BRIT Awards, prompting her mother Sharon to explain Kelly is grieving her father,

Israel, the U.S. and a war to build a unipolar West Asia

This is a perilous conflict that is more about geopolitics and shaped by Tel Avivs own interests

Who is Elisabeth Hasselbeck? Former The View Co-Host returns with a call for Civil Discourse

Elisabeth Hasselbeck has returned to The View as a guest co-host. The former longtime co-host opened her appearance with a call for unity, encour

Super tree getting ready at Kalaignar Poonga

KTR: Sand Mining at Annaram Risky

It is a mandated operation, say officials

Palaniswami meets Shah in Delhi, discusses seat-sharing

Actor Renu Desai Files Plaint On Online Harassment

Police registered a case under the IT Act based on her complaint.

Israel-US vs Iran war widens; Hezbollah clash pulls Lebanon into fight

The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has escalated. Israel has attacked Lebanon following strikes by Hezbollah. Iran continues its missi

UGC reform debate, faultlines in politics of social justice

The BJPs inclusive Hindutva faces challenges as the proposed changes in regulations issued by the University Grants Commission spark debate

Word of the day: Onomatopoeia Meaning, and how to use it like a pro

Word of the day: Onomatopoeia means a word that imitates real sound. Words like buzz, crash, boom, and whisper copy natural noise. Writers use th

25 Firecracker Units Sealed In East Godavari

West Godavari district collector Nagarani has instructed the officials and the cracker unit owners not to allow the sale of their stocks of crack

CM urges Union govt.to grant approvalfor archaeological excavations in State

Residents oppose rope car project at Marina, disrupt soil inspection

A team of engineers were forced to stop work near Light Houseafter residents protested against the project; tense situation prevails after HC ord

India pitches to join Future Combat Air System with France

Indias defence exports have reached a record high of 23,620 crore; it exports to over 100 nations, including to United States, France and Armenia

Think office gossip is toxic? Science says talking about your boss can have real benefits

A new study says gossiping about your boss is not always bad. It can make workers feel guilty and avoid their manager, which can hurt work. But i

New reality: On new series of national accounts data

Fiscal targets will now be realigned based on more accurate data

The waning sheen: On prices, GST rationalisation

The price relief provided by GST rationalisation may not last long

DC Edit | Safety First For Make In India

According to data from the Directorate General Factory Advice Service and Labour Institutes (DGFASLI), three people died and 11 were injured each

Trump declines to rule out deployment of US troops to Iran

Trump's remark about possible troop involvement in the conflict came as the Central Command reported on X that four members of US forces have die

KauveryGroup launches dedicated gastrointestinal bleeding care centres

The centres bring together emergency physicians, gastroenterologists, intensivists, interventional radiologists and surgeons under a coordinated

Garikpatis Remarks For AP To Be Named As Telugu Nadu Kicks Up Row

Bhuvaneswari Peetam seer Kamalananda Bharati reacted sharply to such remarks

UK PM Says He 'Stands By' Decision To Not Take Part In Iran Strikes

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended Monday his decision to keep Britain out of the US and Israel's initial strikes against Iran following cri

Man arrested for stealing laptop from temporary Metro Rail office in Virugambakkam

DC Edit | War Escalates As Iran Hits Back At US Allies

The ever-widening conflict also sucked in Beirut in Lebanon as Israel was hunting Hezbollah targets even as US President Donald Trump talked up t

Madras High Court dismisses plea against animal slaughter in retail meat shops

Quote of the day by Roger Waters: 'War is hugely profitable. It creates so much money because it's so easy to...' - lessons on hidden forces behind global conflicts by the co-founder of Pink Floyd and singer of Comfortably Numb

Quote of the day by Roger Waters: Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, asserts that war is highly profitable, driven by rapid spending on mili

Migrant worker dies after falling from construction site in Washermanpet

T.N. Health authorities step up surveillance measures amid rise in chickenpox cases

The Directorate of Public Healthhas instructed all the health officers to intensify active and passive surveillance

Quote of the day by 35th U.S. President John F. Kennedy: Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.

John F. Kennedys famous inaugural quote, Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, m

Four held for assaulting eatery owner in Taramani

Tiger pugmarks found near Suramma Project, high alert in Jagtial

Adult tiger confirmed near Suramma Project; teams deployed

AIDWA condemns online abuse targeting Vijays wife

CIPMC in Ernakulam organises awareness programme on pest surveillance system