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ICAI organises seminar on Bank Branch Audit, LFAR, Risk & System Audit

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: A seminar on Bank Branch Audit & LFAR including Risk Audit & System Audit organized by the Jammu & Kashmir

Lakshya to headline Indias Thomas Cup campaign

New Delhi, March 24: Lakshya Sen, fresh from his All England runner-up finish, will spearhead Indias challenge in the Thomas Cup, while former wo

Indian shooters set for season-opening shotgun World Cup

Tangier (Morocco), March 24: Bhowneesh Mendiratta will aim to put the Paris Olympics heartbreak behind him when he leads the Indian charge at the

Latham ruled out of 5th T20I vs SA

Christchurch, March 24: New Zealand batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the fifth and final T20I against South Africa at the Hagley Oval on W

We Have Won This, Militarily They Are Dead: Trump On Iran War

US President Donald Trump said that the US has won the war, adding that Iran's navy and air force have been completely decimated.

EC meets state officials, focuses on sealing borders

Election Commission convened with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to bolster election preparedness. The focus was on ens

Groundsmen work at the at the Gaddafi Stadium in preparations for upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League

Groundsmen work at the at the Gaddafi Stadium in preparations for upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League, which will take place in empty st

Learning curve for athletes, officials at National Indoor Cships

Bhubaneswar, March 24: Young shot putter Omkar Prasad Nanda resorted to using a worn-out shoe, while runner C Priyanka relied on her experience o

SC rejects plea for separate enumeration of denotified, nomadic & semi-nomadic tribes

The Supreme Court expressed disapproval of a PIL requesting separate enumeration of Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes in the upcoming

Bad move by Humpy to pull out of Candidates: Cyprus chess chief

New Delhi, March 24: The Cyprus Chess Federation chief has termed Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpys withdrawal from the prestigious Candidates Tou

75L jobs added in informal sector in 2025: NSO survey

India's informal sector added nearly 75 lakh jobs between January and December 2025, signaling a strong recovery from recent economic shocks. The

Half of ADHD assessments by psychologists fall short of diagnostic guidelines: Study

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that develops during childhood and affects 610 per cent of children and 26 per cen

Groundbreaking Event Of Maharashtra Bhavan Expansion Held In Mauritius

The groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of 'Maharashtra Bhavan' was held in Moka, Mauritius.

Epic Games Layoffs: 1,000 jobs cut amidst Fortnite engagement decline and market challenges

Epic Games has laid off 1,000 employees. This decision comes as Fortnite engagement has declined since 2025. CEO Tim Sweeney cited extreme market

Damage to Qatars LNG hub likely to keep global gas prices high for years

On March 19, Ras Laffan, the worlds largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, which supplies one-fifth of the worlds super-chilled fuel, was

Scheduled caste status only for Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that only individuals professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism can be members of Scheduled Castes. Conversion to any oth

PM announces 7 empowered groups to deal with long-term impacts of war

Adverse effects likely to persist for extended time *India for dialogue, diplomacy to restore peace NEW DELHI, Mar 24: Prime Minister Narendra Mo

Quote of the day by Barbara Tuchman: 'War is the unfolding of miscalculations.' Timeless life lessons on armed conflicts, tensions and battle by American historian and journalist

Quote of the day by Barbara Tuchman highlights how war develops through repeated errors in judgment. The quote explains decision-making failures

Airstrikes hit Iran; Tehran targets Israel, Gulf States

Mixed signals over talks to end war DUBAI, Mar 24: Airstrikes battered Iran and Iranian missiles, and drones targeted Israels Tel Aviv and sites

Vacancies for JKPS officers induction into IPS set to go up to 10 from 8

Two officers retiring in April, May; Director this month *UPSC likely to convene meeting shortly Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 24: Vacancies for indu

JDA proposes major tourism project on 95-Kanal land at Jagti

Initiative part of broader effort to tap Jammus tourism potential Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Mar 24: The Jammu Development Authority (JDA) has proposed

It is our resolve to transform TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan campaign into peoples movement: LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: On World Tuberculosis Day, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called upon the Gealth Department, district

Rinku Singh named KKR vice-captain, franchise signals future leadership shift

KOLKATA, Mar 24: Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday appointed explosive batter Rinku Singh as their vice-captain for IPL 2026,

Rana calls for collective action to push, promote forest conservation in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today called for collectiv

Trump dials Modi to discuss West Asia conflict; focus on Strait of Hormuz

NEW DELHI, Mar 24: India backs the swift restoration of peace in West Asia and keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping, Prime Minis

Philippine president declares national energy emergency to respond to impact of Middle East war

MANILA, Mar 24: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday declared a state of national energy emergency to respond to the impact of th

Aditya Birla Group-led consortium set to acquire RCB for USD 1.78 billion

BENGALURU, Mar 24: A consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) on Tuesday emerged the lead bidder to acquire IPL franchise Royal Challengers

CS assesses fuel stock position across J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the availability and

RSS chief asks people to keep close watch on intruders, report to authorities

Voices concern over illegal immigration MATHURA (UP), Mar 24: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday raised concerns over illegal immigration in Indi

South Korea Implements Strict Vehicle Rotation System Amid Oil Supply Concerns

Seoul, March 25: Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, South Korea has decided to strictly enforce a vehicle rotation system. The Ministry of

Lok Sabha clears tweak to bill on trans persons amid opposition protests

Lok Sabha approved the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 via voice vote, despite opposition calls for wider consulta

AIADMK Unveils Welfare Schemes Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, March 25: Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections scheduled for April 23, the AIADMK has made significant electoral promises. On Tues

SC grants full pension to women denied permanent commission

The Supreme Court has ordered the armed forces to pay full pension to hundreds of women short service commission officers whose permanent commiss

Government Intensifies Efforts to Return 73,000 Crore in Unclaimed Funds

New Delhi, March 25: The government is ramping up efforts to return over 73,000 crore in unclaimed funds held by banks, insurance companies, and

Last Major Naxal Cadre Surrenders in Bastar Ahead of Deadline

Raipur, March 25: In a significant development just a week before the governments deadline to declare Bastar free of Naxal influence, the last ma

Meta Ordered To Pay $375 Million Over Child Exploitation, User Safety Claims

A New Mexico jury on Tuesday found social media giant Meta liable for endangering children by making them vulnerable to predators on its platform

SC: Trials in UAPA cases must be completed in 1 year

The Supreme Court mandated that UAPA cases investigated by the NIA must conclude within a year through exclusive special courts. States must iden

DyCM inaugurates projects in Nowshera

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Mar 24: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today inaugurated a series of developmental projects in Nowsh

Shakti Parihar urges party workers to strengthen organization at grassroot level

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Mar 24: MLA Doda West, Shakti Raj Parihar today urged the party workers to strengthen the organization at grassroot

Maa Rupa Bhavani comes alive on stage at Abhinav Theatre

Lalit Gupta JAMMU, Mar 24: The first-ever Hindi play on the divine life of Maa Rupa Bhavani, staged at Abhinav Theatre here today, rose above the

BJP organizes Prashikshan Workshop at Poonch

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Mar 24: As a part of the ongoing Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan-2026, a Prashikshan Workshop o

Pvt schools body demands autonomy with accountability

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 24: The Jammu and Kashmir Unaided Private Schools Association (JKUPS) today demanded greater autonomy for p

Bhalla alleges neglect of border residents

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Mar 24: Former minister and working president of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee, Raman Bhalla, o

The Deeper Meaning of Chaitra Navratri

Nine Nights of Transformation Niyati Chaitra Navratri is being celebrated with devotion and discipline in India. Temples adorned, homes illuminat

ASCOMS College of Nursing wins Inter-College Quiz Competition

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 24: A highly engaging and intellectually stimulating quiz competition was successfully organized by Government

Bangladesh Faces Persistent Food Inflation Crisis Amid Rising Concerns

New Delhi, March 25: Reports from Bangladeshi media and a recent World Bank study indicate that Bangladesh has remained in the red category for n

Ideological Subversion and Case of Jammu University

Col Ajay K Raina ajaykrraina@gmail.com The role of universities in shaping a nations intellectual and moral architecture cannot be overstated. In

Rinku Singh Appointed Vice-Captain of Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026

Mumbai, March 25: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), three-time champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), have appointed Rinku Singh as their v

Disney pulls out of OpenAI deal: What does Sora's shutdown mean for the AI video future?

Disney has ended its investment deal with OpenAI. This follows OpenAI's decision to close its Sora AI video app. The studio had planned to use So

Controversy Surrounds Dhurandhar 2 as AIMIM Leader Claims Anti-Muslim Sentiment

New Delhi, March 25: The film Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, is performing exceptionally well at the box office. However, AIMIM leader Sha

Priyanka Gandhi Criticizes Government Over Pakistan Mediation Opportunity

New Delhi, March 25: Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi addressed journalists regarding Pakistans opportunity for mediation to ease tensi

SC: SIR in many states, but Bengal alone has so many issues with it

Bengal a case apart, P 10

Daily Token Usage in China Surpasses 1.4 Trillion

Beijing, March 25: The Director-General of the National Data Administration of China, Liu Lyehong, announced in a press conference that as of Mar

Congress gets notice to move out of Lutyens address

The Congress party is set to lose its long-standing national headquarters at 24, Akbar Road. An eviction notice has also been issued for the Indi

Kamal Haasans Bold Move: MNM to Support DMK in 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, March 25: Kamal Haasan, the founder of Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) and a prominent actor, made a significant announcement on Tuesday. He d

ED Seizes 1.66 Crore in Karnataka Entertainment Fraud Case

Bengaluru, March 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has temporarily seized agricultural land and LIC policies worth 1.66 crore belonging to Har

Quote of the day by George Clooney: 'Failures are infinitely more instructive than successes.' Timeless lessons by American-born actor and filmmaker

Quote of the day by George Clooney highlights how failures help people learn more than success. This article explains the quote of the day meanin

Violence Erupts in Bihar: One Killed and Five Injured in Bhojpur Shooting Incident

Patna, March 25: A wave of panic swept through Bhojpur district in Bihar on Tuesday when a shooting occurred at the Piro registry office, injurin

Chinas Special Envoy Clarifies Beijings Stance on Middle East Situation

Beijing, March 25: On March 23, the China Public Diplomacy Association hosted a special conference in Beijing. The event featured a briefing by C

Farmers Are the Nations Fate Makers: CM Mohan Yadav Promises No Migration from Bundelkhand

Datia, March 25: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav recently announced significant development initiatives in Datia district, emphasizing

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: DMDK allotted 10 seats, DMK likely to contest in 175 seats

DMDK allocated 10 seats in SPA; Makkal Needhi Maiam founder Kamal Haasan opted out of the poll fray but extended full support to the DMK-led SPA

Jharkhand Health Minister Appoints 76 Medical Officers, Promises Recruitment of 1250 Doctors Soon

Ranchi, March 25: On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, Health, Medical Education, and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari presented ap

Rajasthan Government Prioritizes Development of Religious Sites: CM Bhajanlal Sharma

Jaipur, March 25: Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma emphasized the importance of religious infrastructure on Tuesday. He stated that the Rajasthan

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Kamal Haasans Makkal Needhi Maiam decides not to contest in polls

CGTN Survey: Policy Stability and Continuity Are Key to Chinas Quality Development

Beijing, March 25: The Boao Forum for Asia, held in the early years of the 15th Five-Year Plan, is noteworthy. Amid a world filled with change an

Delhi High Court Denies Laloo Prasad Yadavs Plea to Dismiss Job Scam Case

New Delhi, March 25: The Delhi High Court has rejected a petition filed by Laloo Prasad Yadav, the leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), seek

RC Lens Rejects PSGs Request to Postpone Match Due to Champions League Schedule

Paris, March 25: French club RC Lens has denied Paris Saint-Germains (PSG) request to reschedule their upcoming Ligue 1 match due to Champions Le

'Pete didn't want WAR to be settled': Trump drops BOMBSHELL, reveals who pushed Middle-East conflict

Khasi-Jaintia Hills set to implement GHADCs ST-only model for elections

Governor gives assent to ADC Rule amendment to bar non-tribal candidates from contesting council polls Our Bureau SHILLONG/TURA, March 24: With h

Wang Yi Meets UK Prime Ministers National Security Advisor in Beijing

Beijing, March 25: Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Foreign Minister, met w

Alan Ritchson wild brawl new bodycam footage released online? Reacher actor fight video sparks investigation. Here's what clip shows, how fight escalated, both sides claims

Alan Ritchson wild brawl new bodycam footage released online shows a street fight with neighbor Ronnie Taylor in Tennessee. The clip shows a conf

China-Singapore Dialogue Focuses on AI Collaboration

Beijing, March 25: On March 23, a China-Singapore dialogue was held in Singapore. Organized by the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), the

Public protests forced MDA to amend ADC Rules: Ardent

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 24: Voice of the People Party (VPP) supremo Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit on Tuesday said sustained public protests h

Gig Worker Dies After Bike Rams Into Truck

Tarun sustained a severe head injury and died on the spot.

MTC reverses earlier decision, to continue school bus service

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 24: In a huge relief to hundreds of parents and students, the Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) has decided t

Env clearance for Shillong Airport expansion soon: State govt to HC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 24: The Meghalaya High Court was on Tuesday informed that environmental clearances for the proposed expansion of

Indian Womens Team to Compete in FIFA Series 2026: Match Schedule Revealed

New Delhi, March 25: The Indian womens football team will participate in the FIFA Series 2026 during the FIFA International Womens Match Window i

Agathas name in NPP star campaigners list stirs controversy

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 24: A controversy has erupted over the inclusion of Meghalaya State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MS

T.N. election 2026: Once a Chief Ministers citadel, Srirangam constituency yearns for more infrastructure development

Indias Crucial Role in the Future of the Indo-Pacific: U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary

New Delhi, March 25: U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby stated on Tuesday that the United States holds India in high regar

Gates Widened, Medical Triage Centres With Beds And Doctors At Chinnaswamy Stadium To Deal With Emergency

The security arrangements attained utmost significance at the M. Chinnaswamy stadium over stampede at the stadium on June 4, 2025 when a large co

Andhra Pradeshs Jagan Thanks PM Modi for FCRA Renewal for RDT

Amaravati, March 25: Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, expressed gratitude on Tuesday for the renewal of the Forei

Iran Says US, Israel Attacked Its Nuclear Facility Again

Iran War: Iran's atomic energy organisation accused the US and Israel on Tuesday of attacking its Bushehr nuclear power plant.

Gujarat government plans Indias third spaceport near Gir Somnath

India is set to establish its third satellite launch centre in Gujarat, with a site identified near Gir Somnath district. This move, following co

Did Iran really give Trump a 'gift' to ease the tensions? Here's what Donald Trump claimed

President Donald Trump announced Iran provided a significant energy-related gift. This development is linked to the Strait of Hormuz. Trump state

Three Get Life Term For Gang Rape In Konaseema

The accused assaulted a 21-year-old woman near Vodalarevu beach on April 25, 2021, after threatening her, and recorded the act on mobile phones.

Karnataka High Court to Hear Ranveer Singhs Petition on Kantara Mimicry Controversy on April 10

New Delhi, March 25: The Karnataka High Court is set to hear actor Ranveer Singhs petition regarding the Kantara mimicry controversy on April 10.

CM Fadnavis Rebukes Legislative Overreach After Gorhes Suspension Directive

The issue was raised by Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Anil Parab, who asked whether the deputy chairperson has the right to suspend an IPS officer and soug

Powering Stability: Why Odishas Tariff Decision Signals A Deeper Shift In Power Distribution

Operational efficiency has been a key driver of this transformation

Modi Emphasizes Security and Accessibility of Hormuz Strait in Call with Trump

New Delhi, March 25: In a recent phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the critical impor