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Plea in SC challenges gender bias in Parsi interfaith marriages

Guard against bids to hit internal security: PM

Cong slams PM's Parl statement, seeks debate

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda: 'Its never too late never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.' Life lessons by actor known for her performance in comedic roles

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda highlights the message that it is never too late to start over or find happiness. The quote of the day today expla

Jaishankar, Rubio discuss energy security crisis

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the West Asia conflict and its economic impact, including energy security, with his US

Govt to post official in London for IMO matters

India is set to appoint a dedicated official at its London High Commission to handle International Maritime Organisation matters. This strategic

EAM Jaishankar reiterates commitment to stronger Russia ties

Sat Sharma highlights J&Ks religious, border tourism potential in Rajya Sabha

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 23: J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, highlighted the immense potential of religious and

Viksit Bharat 2047 Who Will Teach the Nation We Want to Become?

Meenu Gupta mguptadps@gmail.com Nations are not built in boardrooms or announced through policy declarations. They are built quietly, every day,

Full Court Reference held to bid farewell to Justice Javed Iqbal Wani

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: A Full Court Reference was held in the Court Room of the Chief Justice at the Srinagar Wing of High Cou

Indias largest Pregnancy Study to develop AI solutions for preterm births: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Pe

Books presented to LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was today presented with a book authored by Brig. Dr Vijay Sagar Dheman (R

Anti-graft agencies meet to chart group's strategic roadmap

India hosts a key meeting of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities. Investigative agencies from 135 count

Employee cant claim posting at place of choice as a matter of right: DB

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has held that an employee cannot claim posting at a station o

DM Jammu directs for intensified efforts for drug free panchayats

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting of the District Level NCORD Committee

Former Tehsildar convicted in trap case after 15-years trial

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, presided over by Special Judge Tasleem Arief, has co

Centre to bring bill to control assets of lapsed FCRA entities

The government is introducing a bill to amend the FCRA, enabling the takeover of foreign-funded assets when an organization's registration is can

PM Modi not just a person but an idea, institution: Shivraj

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him an idea and an institution after Modi surpassed 8,931 days

Quote of the Day by Princess Diana: 'Everyone needs to be valued. Everyone has the'Inspiring quotes by the Princess of Wales celebrated for her extensive humanitarian work

Princess Diana's enduring quote, Everyone needs to be valued. Everyone has the potential to give something back, highlights her belief in univers

Will Israel annex southern Lebanon soon? Israel Lebanon conflict, Litani River border plan, Hezbollah war escalation explained

Will Israel annex southern Lebanon soon? The statement by Bezalel Smotrich on shifting Israels border to the Litani River has raised concerns. Th

CBI, ED showing reluctance in ADAG probe: SC

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of probe agencies' perceived hesitation in investigating Anil Ambani's ADAG group for alleged

UT Fencing Cship from Mar 28

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Amateur Fencing Association will organize the UT-level Fencing Championshi

SC: Mamata government hell-bent on impeding Kolkata Metro project

The Supreme Court sternly criticized the West Bengal government for obstructing the Kolkata Metro Orange Line's completion, calling their appeal

Scholarships, books distributed to needy students in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Helpline Humanity & Saraswathi Education and Cultural Charitable Trust organized its 9th Annual Scholarshi

ESI Medical Camp held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Rich Harvest School (RHS) organized an ESI Medical Camp for the benefit of its staff under the expert guid

Inter-Zone painting competition held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The National Incredible Literacy Mission (NILM) Jammu conducted Phase-I of its Inter-Zone Level Painting C

AITA CS-7 U-18 commences

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The AITA Championship Series (CS-7), hosted by the Jammu & Kashmir Lawn Tennis Association (JKLTA)

Who is Ronnie Taylor and how did he get involved in brawl with Reacher star Alan Ritchson? Full explainer on Tennessee fight, investigation and neighbour statement

Who is Ronnie Taylor and how did he get involved in brawl with Reacher star Alan Ritchson? The incident began over motorcycle riding in a Tenness

Belief and security key to his calmness, says Shubman Gill

AHMEDABAD, Mar 23: Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has said that the calmness in his game comes from being himself and having belief and secu

Hardik, Sukhjeet, Sanjay, Abhishek in fray for Hockey India Player of the Year award

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Star Indian midfielder Hardik Singh, forwards Sukhjeet Singh and Sanjay, and defender Abhishek are in contention for the Hocke

NPCIL Opens Applications for 337 Apprentice Positions, Deadline April 6

Gandhinagar, March 24: The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a significant opportunity for young job seekers. The

Alex Davis Steps Down as Warwickshire Captain; Ed Barnard Takes Over

New Delhi, March 24: Alex Davis has resigned from his position as captain of Warwickshire. Ed Barnard will take over this role across all formats

NIA raids at multiple locations across J&K in Delhi blast case

Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at multiple locations across Jammu and Kashmir a

Blast rocks house of ex-Sarpanch in Ghagwal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: A blast took place outside the house of former Sarpanch at village Rasath in Ghagwal area of Samba distric

Police books hotelier for concealing stay of foreigners

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: Police have registered a case against a hotel for allegedly concealing the stay of foreign nationals in

Sibling among 3 dead, 5 injured as car rolls down in Mahore

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Mar 23: In a tragic road accident in Mahore area, teen-age sibling among three persons lost their lives while five

NDA reaches seat sharing agreement in TN

CHENNAI, Mar 23: The AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu on Monday finalised seat-sharing arrangement for key constituents of the alliance for the April

Trump Delays Attacks on Irans Power Plants Amid Positive Talks

New York, March 24: U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Irans power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. This decisio

Key operative of terror network held in Delhi

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Delhi Polices Special Cell has arrested a key operative of Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhattis network and busted a modul

Pak: 95th death anniversary of Bhagat Singh, comrades observed in Lahore

LAHORE, Mar 23: The 95th death anniversary of Indian revolutionary leader Bhagat Singh and his two comrades was observed here on Monday. The Bhag

Gold prices plummet by over 10 pc

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Gold prices plummeted sharply by more than 10 per cent to Rs 1.29 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Monday amid a global s

NIA Conducts Extensive Raids in Jammu and Kashmir Following Delhi Blast Investigation

New Delhi, March 24: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a series of extensive raids across multiple locations in Jammu and Kash

Strengthening Ties: P. Kumaran Meets Prak Sokhonn to Enhance India-Cambodia Cooperation

Phnom Penh, March 24: P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) of Indias Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), met with Prak Sokhonn, Cambodias Deputy Prime Mi

African Athletes Dominate Wuhan Marathon in 2026

Beijing, March 24: The 2026 Wuhan Marathon took place on March 22 in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei Province in central China. African athletes swep

Conflict posing unprecedented challenges for India, PM Modi tells Parliament

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's stance on the West Asia conflict in Parliament. He stressed opposition to attacks on infrastructure and t

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $19 million: Here's what the jury decided and what happens next

A jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay at least 19 million dollars in a civil sex assault case. Donna Motsinger accused Cosby of drugging and assau

Foetus Found In Fridge At Kerala Flat, Case Filed Against Couple

During the search, police found a green box marked AMY inside the refrigerator, in which a foetus, was kept, the FIR said.

Kerala Assembly Elections: 676 Candidates File Nominations Ahead of April Polls

Thiruvananthapuram, March 24: A total of 676 candidates have submitted their nomination papers for the Kerala Assembly elections, scheduled for A

Two Arrested in Major Telegram-Based Investment Scam in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 24: In a significant breakthrough, cyber police in New Delhis Shahdara district have arrested two individuals involved in a majo

Markets React to Trumps Decision to Halt Attacks, Oil Prices Drop

Washington, March 24: President Donald Trumps announcement to pause attacks on Iran has led to a decline in oil prices and a surge in market acti

Is X down? Thousands report login issues as platform faces widespread disruption

Users are experiencing significant difficulties with X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, with widespread issues reported on Downdetector.

Indian Companies Plan Over 11 Lakh Crore Capital Investment for FY 2026: Government

New Delhi, March 24: The government announced on Monday that Indian companies, collectively known as India Inc., have laid out plans for capital

Chinas Development Forum Unveils Key Policy Directions

Beijing, March 24: The China Development Forum 2026 was held on March 22 and 23 in Beijing. This years theme was China During the 15th Five-Year

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update: Production, character focus, relationship arcs

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update shows production set for late spring 2026 and a return by late 2026 on Netflix. The

Chinas Engineering Machinery Exports Surge by 33.4%

Beijing, March 24: Chinas engineering machinery industry has reported a significant increase in exports during the first two months of this year.

PM Modi: India has strategic petro reserves of over 53 lakh tonne

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the government is actively working to maintain uninterrupted supplies of essential commodities like pet

Tensions Rise in Jharkhand Village Over Rumors of Animal Remains

Dhanbad, March 24: Tensions escalated in the Singiyatand village of Dhanbad, Jharkhand, following rumors about the discovery of animal remains. O

RGHA Girls Team Clinches Bholath Hockey Cup with 5-1 Victory Over GNDU

Jalandhar, March 24: The Roundglass Hockey Academy (RGHA) girls team triumphed over Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) Amritsar with a commanding 5

China Invites US Businesses to Explore Opportunities and Deepen Cooperation

Beijing, March 24: Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng welcomed US enterprises to seize growth opportunities in China and deepen mutually beneficial c

What you eat in your 40s may determine how your brain would function later in life

A study published in JAMA Neurology, tracking over 1.5 lakh adults, has found that healthier diets in midlife are associated with better memory a

Chinese Minister Emphasizes Accelerating Innovative Development of Future Industries

Beijing, March 24: At the annual China Development Forum 2026, Li Qiang, Chinas Minister of Industry and Information Technology, announced plans

Harshvardhan Rane Reflects on His Journey While Shooting Force 3 with John Abraham

Mumbai, March 24: Actor Harshvardhan Rane is currently making headlines for his role in the upcoming film Force 3. The shooting has commenced in

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan Reunite for Bhoot Bangla After 25 Years

Mumbai, March 24: After 25 years, Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are set to bring laughter back to the big screen with their upcoming fil

Habibul Bashar Appointed Head of Bangladesh Cricket Board Selection Committee

New Delhi, March 24: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed former captain Habibul Bashar as the head of its newly formed four-member s

'Kash, see if you can top that': Trump turns briefing into 'loyalty test', challenges FBI chief

Mayank Yadav Shares Insights on Fast Bowling and His Bond with Jasprit Bumrah

New Delhi, March 24: Cricket fans are once again keeping a close eye on Mayank Yadav, the fast bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, in IPL 2026. Maya

Foresters Redouble Efforts To Recapture Elusive Tiger

Officials said the tiger, fitted with a satellite collar, has largely stayed within forested hillocks during the day and ventures out at night.

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Ramadoss, Sasikala join hands, to field candidates in all 234 seats

S. Ramadoss did not clarify under which banner his candidates would be fielded as the judiciary has refused to restrain his estranged son Anbuman

Supreme Court Demands Swift and Fair Investigation in Anil Ambanis Loan Fraud Case

New Delhi, March 24: The Supreme Court has taken a firm stance regarding the alleged massive bank loan fraud linked to Anil Ambanis company, Reli

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Set the Tone for New Season With Shubharambh 2026

Gujarat Titans marked the beginning of their IPL 2026 journey with Shubharambh 2026..

Arrest of Former Punjab Minister Linked to Amit Shahs Statement: BJP Claims

Chandigarh, March 24: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) staged protests on Monday at district headquarters across Punjab, demanding that the Centr

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Worships at Maa Kalika Temple During Chaitra Navratri

Dehradun, March 24: On the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Maa Kalika Temple in Paltan Ba

Seized cash to be returned if valid documents are produced, says Erode Collector

Bill to amend trans rights law listed for consideration, passing in Lok Sabha on March 24

Bill proposes amendments on transgender individuals, the procedure for obtaining a transgender certificate, and compliance requirements for medic

Travis Kelce's new Chiefs contract: Here's what the Chiefs contract really means for 2026

Travis Kelce has inked a new three-year deal with the Chiefs, potentially worth over $57 million. However, only $12 million is guaranteed, sugges

EC: 29 Lakh Names Sorted Among 60 Lakh 'Adjudicated' Voters; 1st Supplementary List Yet To Be Out

Mr Agarwal however could not state how many names among them have been deleted in the first supplementary voters list which was not published by

Hyderabad Police Arrest 32 in QNet Scam Crackdown

Hyderabad, March 24: The Hyderabad police have made significant strides in the ongoing investigation into the QNet/Vihang Direct Selling multi-le

Medical bodies raise concerns over permits for procedures

Warn of safety risks in Dental Council of India nod to Master of Dental Surgery doctors to perform such surgeries

Bill Cosby Ordered To Pay $19m Over Sex Abuse Claim

Cosby was a towering figure in late 20th century American popular culture

TG-NPDCL Wins National Excellence Award For Digital Innovation

The utility was recognised in three high-impact categories-- operational excellence, automation and digital technology -- at a ceremony held in N

ISL 2026: East Bengal Score 7 Past Mohammedan in Record Kolkata Derby Win

ISL 2026: East Bengal FC delivered a historic performance in the Kolkata derby, defeating Mohammedan SC 7-0.

Transformation of Mansa Railway Station Under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

Mansa, March 24: The Mansa Railway Station in Punjab is undergoing a complete transformation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The renovatio

Gujarat Government Dismisses Fuel Supply Shortage Concerns

Ahmedabad, March 24: Fuel supply in parts of Gujarat is expected to stabilize in the next couple of days. The state government and oil companies

US Comedian Bill Cosby Ordered To Pay $19 Million Over Sex Abuse Claim

The jury took three days to deliver its verdict, ordering Bill Cosby to pay $19.3 million, a figure that could increase if they add punitive dama

Fast-Food Surge Fuels Telanganas Diabetes Rise

Telangana, along with Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, showed some of the highest levels of fast-food spending

Puducherry Independent MLA representing Thirubhuvanai joins DMK

Shaheed Diwas Padyatra Held In Anantapur

MYBharat Youth Icon Bisathi Bharath, programme in-charge G.G. Sreenivasulu, K. Jaya Maruthi, and NSS programme officers Dr Bhargavi and Baba were

Sebastian Korda Upsets Carlos Alcaraz at Miami Open

New Delhi, March 24: World number one Carlos Alcaraz has been eliminated from the Miami Open. He lost to 36th-ranked Sebastian Korda in the third

Punjab official death case: Former AAP Ministers arrest triggers credit war

Ruling AAP calls it swift action, while the Opposition parties say the Punjab govt. was forced to act

2 Friends Die By Suicide On Railway Track In Tirupati

According to police, local residents spotted the bodies on the railway tracks and alerted authorities