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Sakeena for comprehensive roadmap to curb drug abuse in educational institutions

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 22: In a decisive move to strengthen the fight against substance abuse in Jammu and Kashmir, Minister for H

J&K beat West Bengal in Jr National Basketball opener

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 22: The Jammu & Kashmir Junior Mens Basketball team made a strong start to their campaign in the 76th J

PBKS seek dramatic turnaround to keep playoff hopes alive against struggling LSG

LUCKNOW, May 22: Punjab Kings will need something spectacular to arrest a disastrous slide and keep their fading playoff hopes alive when they ta

Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visits TRINETRA AI Lab at Akhnoor

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 22: Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command today visite

Animesh regains 100m National Record

RANCHI, May 22: The national record was smashed twice within minutes in mens 100m race as drama unfolded on the opening day of the National Senio

Intl Biodiversity Day celebrated at MIER College

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 22: The Environment Unit of MIER College of Education participated in a Painting and Poster Making Competition

Kohli tops T20 chart for 50-plus stands

HYDERABAD, May 22: Modern T20 cricket continues to be shaped by elite batting consistency, record-breaking partnerships and high-scoring encounte

Inter-Zone Cluster trial-cum-selection held in Poonch

Excelsior Sports Correspondent POONCH, May 22: The Department of Youth Services & Sports, J&K Poonch organised the Inter-Zone Cluster Level Under

Pathania kick-starts work on re-surfacing of Dhar Road

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 22: Member Legislative Assembly, Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania today kick-started re surfacing work

Essential Hygiene Tips for Women During Menstruation

New Delhi, May 23: Menstruation is a natural process for women, but neglecting hygiene during this time can lead to various health issues. Expert

Chinese Representative Calls for Genuine and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza

Beijing, May 23: Chinas Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong, addressed an open Security Council meeting on the Israel-Palesti

Sweety to lead India at U-18 womens Asia Cup

New Delhi, May 22: Sweety Kujur was on Friday named captain of the 18-member Indian womens U-18 squad for the Asia Cup hockey tournament to be he

Four dead, 90 trapped in China coal mine accident

A total of 247 miners were underground at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi Province when the accident occurred on May 22 night

Indonesia Extends Work-from-Home Policy Amid Middle East Tensions

Jakarta, May 23: Indonesias senior minister announced on Friday that the government will extend its work-from-home policy for civil servants, emp

US: Slight progress in Iran talks as war uncertainty grows

TEL AVIV, May 22: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that talks with Iran had made slight progress, though he cautioned against overst

Pak Army chief Munir heads to Tehran amid US-Iran peace push

ISLAMABAD, May 22: Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has travelled to Tehran for high-level discussions as regional diplomatic efforts

Mukesh Singh Appointed as New DGP of Manipur Amid Ongoing Turmoil

New Delhi, May 23: Mukesh Singh, the current Director General of Police (DGP) of Ladakh, has been appointed as the new police chief of Manipur. T

Chinese proverb of the day: 'He who sacrifices his conscience to ambition burns a...' Life lessons on success, growth, values, and why one should never make a compromise on morals

Chinese proverb of the day highlights the danger of chasing success without values. The proverb explains how ambition without morals can destroy

Bangladesh pursuing legal steps for Hasinas return

DHAKA/NEW DELHI, May 22: Bangladeshs Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said the government wants former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to return to th

Kyiv rallies against bill on missing soldiers status

KYIV, May 22: Hundreds of Ukrainians marched in Kyiv on Friday, calling on the government to veto Bill No. 13646, which deals with the legal stat

Javed Ahmed Kitab Takes Charge as JKCA President, Promises Transparency

Srinagar, May 23: Javed Ahmed Kitab officially assumed the role of President of the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) on Friday. This

Deficit teacher-rang CPF scheme 2023-kosa nangnikenga

TURA: Garo Hills Deficit School Teachers and Employees Association (GHDSTEA), Deficit schools aro colleges-ni CPF pension scheme-ni bidingo golma

Wang Yi Engages in Talks with Moldovas Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister

Beijing, May 23: Wang Yi, a member of the CPC Central Committees Politburo and Chinas Foreign Minister, held discussions on May 21 with Moldovas

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan en route to Cannes with Aaradhya

Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who has been away from the silver screen for quite some time, was seen jetting off to the ongoing editi

Central Defense Minister Sanjay Seth Demands White Paper from Hemant Soren Government

Ranchi, May 23: Central Defense Minister Sanjay Seth has sharply criticized the Hemant Soren government in Jharkhand. He has called for an immedi

Urgent Repairs Needed for Historic Jama Masjid in Sambhal

Sambhal, May 23: The management committee of the historic Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, has urgently requested repairs for the mosques d

Will not invalidate just for omission of legal heirs: SC

Maharashtra, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Mumbai Advance to National Physical Disability Cricket Championship Semifinals

Bengaluru, May 23: Maharashtra, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Mumbai have secured their spots in the semifinals of the National Physical Disability

Ayushman Bharat Achieves Milestone: Over 1 Billion Health Records Linked to ABHA Accounts

New Delhi, May 23: The Ayushman Bharat healthcare initiative has taken a significant leap towards expanding digital access by linking over 1 bill

Punjab government to remove stray dogs from high footfall public spaces following Supreme Court order

Bhagwant Mann said the government will create and maintain an adequate number of dog shelters where stray dogs can be properly cared for

Centre, Ladakh representatives agree to create elected UT body

Pakistans Gas Sector Faces Collapse Amid Economic Crisis

New Delhi, May 23: According to a recent article, Pakistans gas sector is experiencing a structural decline. This downturn is harming industrial

Whither Alexander Zverev, the forlorn scion of the lost generation?

Sandwiched between two eras of dominance, the 66 German is in a peculiar position. He is ranked a creditable third behind Jannik Sinner and Carlo

Bengal CM on first visit to Delhi after taking charge, meets President, Prime Minister and Home Minister

The West Bengal Chief Minister posted on social media that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi re-emphasized his vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikasa

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Congratulates Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, Plans Visit in September

Kuala Lumpur, May 23: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Friday, congratulating him o

Quote of the day by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings: 'A woman has got to love a bad man once or twice in her life, to be thankful for...' Life lessons on relationships, affection and human nature by popular American writer and novelist

Quote of the day by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings explores how life experiences shape relationships and affection. The saying explains how difficult r

Major champion Aaron Rai: the all-world English gentleman with Indian roots

The 31-year-olds triumph at the PGA Championship was one of golfs great underdog stories. How did he step up on one of the sports biggest stages?

Mamata Banerjee Calls Crucial KMC Meeting Amid Internal Party Strife

Kolkata, May 23: The internal turmoil within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) became evident following the partys significant defeat in the recent We

After benches differ on UAPA bail, SC refers question to larger bench

Quote of the day by Demi Lovato: 'Never be ashamed of what you feel. You have the right to feel any emotion that you want, and to...' - inspiring lessons on feeling every emotion, self-acceptance, finding happiness and mental-wellbeing by Sorry Not Sorry singer

Quote of the day by Demi Lovato: Demi Lovato's life motto encourages embracing all emotions, emphasizing that feelings are valid and one has the

Elected government has no role in Jammu demolitions, says Farooq Abdullah

He said Gujjars and Bakerwals have played a key role in guarding the borders in J&K

Major Cyber Fraud Bust in New Delhi: Two Arrested for Spiritual Healing Scam

New Delhi, May 23: The Cyber Cell of the Delhi Police has uncovered a significant cyber fraud racket, arresting two individuals who created fake

Maharashtra Aims for a $1 Trillion Economy, Says Eknath Shinde

Mumbai, May 23: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed confidence on Friday that Maharashtra is making significant strides towards a $1 tr

First Batch for Hemkund Sahib Pilgrimage Departed from Rishikesh, Flagged Off by Delhi LG T.S. Sandhu

New Delhi, May 23: The sacred Sikh pilgrimage to Hemkund Sahib has officially commenced for 2026. The first group of devotees was sent off from t

Quote of the day by Bernard Meltzer: 'Before you speak ask yourself if what you are going to say is true, is kind, is necessary, is helpful. If the answer is...' Life lessons on kindness, truth, human nature and why is it important to think before we speak

Quote of the day by Bernard Meltzer reminds people to think before speaking. The quote talks about truth, kindness, necessity and helpful communi

Political Tensions Rise in Punjab Following Harbhajan Singhs Statements

Pathankot, May 23: The political landscape in Punjab has become increasingly heated following remarks made by former cricketer Harbhajan Singh. A

Hizbul & Al Badr chiefs join ISI men at burial of Pulwama mastermind Hamza Burhan in Pakistan

Major Legal Action in Twisha Sharma Case: Husbands License Suspended

Bhopal, May 23: In a significant legal development regarding the suspicious death of model and actress Twisha Sharma, the Bar Council of India ha

Pakistan military chief Asim Munir arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war

Irans Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei, however, said the visit did not necessarily mean we have reached a turning point or a decisive s

BJP Responds Strongly to Ajay Rais Remarks on PM Modi

Lucknow, May 23: The political atmosphere has heated up following Congress leader Ajay Rais alleged use of derogatory language against Prime Mini

Woman sustains injury at Kochi metro worksite

Smart border project with Pak, B'desh to ensure demography change attempt is defeated: Amit Shah

Manipur Chief Minister Appeals Against Strikes, Calls for Community Trust Restoration

Imphal, May 23: Manipurs Chief Minister, Yumnam Khemchand Singh, urged citizens on Friday to refrain from strikes, blockades, or protests, even i

Shocking Murder in Bihar: Son-in-Law Killed by Family Members, Four Women Arrested

Jamui, May 23: In a shocking incident in Jamui district of Bihar, a 35-year-old man named Jitendra Pandit was allegedly murdered by family member

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High Court Orders Removal of Encroachments on Ancient Kunds in Ayodhya

Ayodhya, May 23: The issue of encroachments on ancient kunds in Ayodhya has reached the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court. This case pert

Illya Ivashka and Petr Bar Biryukov Set for SM Krishna Memorial Tennis Final

Bengaluru, May 23: Illya Ivashka and Petr Bar Biryukov have secured their spots in the mens singles final of the SM Krishna Memorial Open. They a

Man Beats Wife To Death To Claim 1 Cr Insurance

Meenakshis husband, Shivaji, claimed that she died by suicide after hanging herself in a room of their house

Quote of the day by William Shakespeare: 'Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is...' - life lessons on why true love starts in the mind and grows in the heart by Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Macbeth writer

Quote of the day by William Shakespeare: William Shakespeare's words reveal love's true nature. It is not about looks but the mind and heart. Rea

India, Cyprus upgrade ties, sign pact to counter terror

Delhis Lieutenant Governor Discusses Urban Infrastructure with Union Minister

New Delhi, May 23: Delhis Lieutenant Governor (LG) T.S. Sandhu met with Union Minister Manohar Lal on Friday to address issues related to the cit

Mumbai, Maharashtra emerging as key hubs for global investment and clean energy partnerships, say diplomats

Calling Mumbai the Indian city most visited by Australian business delegations, Paul Murphy said Australian companies were increasingly looking a

Major SSC Exam Fraud Uncovered in Greater Noida; Seven Arrested Including Kingpin

Greater Noida, May 23: The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has exposed a significant fraud operation involving the Staff Selection Commiss

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Announces Holidays Amid Severe Heatwave

Amaravati, May 23: In response to the ongoing severe heatwave in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed local authoriti

Dr P.R. Sushama Gets Best Biodiversity Conserver Award

The felicitation took place in the presence of IAS officers, Nadeem Ahamad, principal secretary, environment, forest, science and technology, Kal

City To Have 4 New Dumpyards; Jawaharnagar To Reduce Volume

The delegation expressed severe displeasure over the improper functioning of the sewage treatment plant established to mitigate water pollution i

Rajya Sabha polls for 24 seats on June 18; Mallikarjun Kharge, HD Deve Gowda set to retire

National Intelligence acting director Aaron Lukas wife, children and career: Who will replace Tulsi Gabbard after resignation and when will she leave office?

National Intelligence acting director Aaron Lukas wife, children and career has become a major topic after Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignatio

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio to Visit India Amid Tensions with Iran

New Delhi, May 23: Amid escalating tensions with Iran, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit India. Prior to his two-nation tour, R

OU Releases Admission Schedule For Special Education Courses For 2026-27

OU said entrance examinations are tentatively scheduled for the last week of July

India scores high on breastfeeding code: WHO

Fake NIA Officer Arrested in Bhubaneswar for Influencing False Case

Bhubaneswar, May 23: The Commissionerate Police arrested a man on Friday for impersonating an officer of the National Investigation Agency (NIA)

650 Cadets From 15 Institutions Attend Annual NCC Camp

Training activities include weapon handling, firing practice and lectures on service-related subjects

CAs Must Expand Their Focus Beyond Traditional Financial Auditing: Sridhar Babu

Telangana is moving forward with the ambitious vision of contributing 10 per cent to Indias GDP by 2047.

Murali Resigns as Education Panel Chief

In a letter addressed to Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao dated May 22, Murali thanked the Telangana government for the opportunity to serve as

Sanjay Upadhyay Welcomes Madhya Pradesh High Courts Decision on Bhojshala, Calls it a Center of Hindu Faith

Mumbai, May 23: BJP leader Sanjay Upadhyay has welcomed the Madhya Pradesh High Courts ruling regarding Bhojshala, describing it as a victory for

Kamareddy Students Shine at Telangana State Biodiversity Day Competitions

Samhitha, nine years old said photography had become a regular part of her life over the last three years because of her familys interest.

SC lifts life ban on 3 professors in NCERT textbook row

Pawan Pulls Up Officials Over Forest Protection Lapses

Pawan sought details on efforts to retrieve valuable red sanders wood seized in countries including China, Japan and Singapore, and directed offi

Telangana Cuts Infant Deaths To 17 Out Of 1000

Gender differences were also noted. In rural Telangana, female IMR was 20 compared to 18 among males. In urban areas, male IMR was 16, while fema

The Hindu is another name for trust, says Eknath Shinde

Eknath Shinde outlined his governments focus on reducing regional disparities, citing Gadchirolis development as equal in priority to Mumbai

Madhya Pradesh Launches UCC Website for Public Suggestions Ahead of Implementation

Bhopal, May 23: The initiative to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Madhya Pradesh has taken a significant turn. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan

EJH limestone mining project: Hearing called off after violent protests, arson

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The public hearing on the proposed limestone mining project of Shree Cement Limited at Lum Syrman under Elaka N

Voting for lone Mlaya RS seat on June 18

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The Election Commission of India on Friday announced the schedule for the biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha

Adani Group pays Rs 6,000 crore to Jaiprakash lenders in first tranche of Rs 14,535 crore plan

Adani Group has made a significant payment of 6,000 crore to lenders of Jaiprakash Associates. This marks the first installment of a 14,535 crore

HC hears PIL against quota use in higher education seats

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The Meghalaya High Court on Friday took up a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by North Shillong MLA Adelb

Sexual harassment of woman cricketer: MSCW summons MCA officials

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The Meghalaya State Commission for Women (MSCW) has summoned four present and former officials of the Meghalaya

Over 90% students pass SSLC supplementary exams 2026

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) on Saturday announced the results of the SSLC Supplementary Exa

UDP to contest Shillong Lok Sabha bypoll

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 22: The United Democratic Party (UDP) has signalled its intention to contest the upcoming Shillong Lok Sabha by-ele

KERC directs Escoms to give consumers 15 clear days to pay bills