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LG hands over appointment letter to martyrs wife

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today handed over the appointment letter, under J&K Rehabilitation Assistan

Farooq calls on Govt to join global efforts to end West Asia conflict

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah today urged the Govt of India to tak

Sat Sharma flags Jammu-Srinagar highway upgrade in Rajya Sabha

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, April 2: President of J&K BJP and Member of Parliament, Sat Sharma, raised an important issue concerning the upgra

The Significance of Good Friday and Easter Sunday for Christians

New Delhi, April 3: April is a sacred month for Christians, symbolizing the celebrations of Good Friday and Easter. During this time, Catholics e

TMCs guidelines being strictly followed in cancer treatment: Itoo

Excelsior Correspondent BJP MLA alleges scam in drugs JAMMU, Apr 2: As BJP MLA RS Pathania today alleged fraud in purchase of cancer drugs in the

Shiv Mandir Trust delegation meets LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, April 2: A delegation of Shiv Mandir Charitable Trust led by Shiv Partap Gupta, president of the Trust, called on

Centre gives extension to 74 PMGSY-I roads till Mar 2027

* CM thanks Union Minister Shivraj Singh Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The Union Government has given one years extension to 74 PMGSY-I r

CS directs departments to fast-track pending reforms under D-BRAP 2025

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today convened a meeting to assess the progress achieved under the District B

20 pc power supply promised to J&K in 1979 from Thein Dam yet to come

Rs 15.94 cr compensation, jobs also pending *Govt Deptts, security forces owe Rs 3747 cr electricity dues Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 2: Notwithsta

N-G Health employees strike enters day 2; patients continue to suffer

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, April 2: The 72-hour strike by non-gazetted (N-G) Health and Medical College employees across Jammu and Kashmir en

Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board conferred with Jal Yodha Samman

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Apr 2: In recognition of its exemplary initiatives in water management and conservation, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sh

Governor Inaugurates New Maternity Facility in Bishnupur, Manipur

Imphal, April 3: The Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, praised the strong traditions, courage, and moral leadership of the Imma community d

Congress delegation meets Maha Chief Electoral Officer, demandsimpartial SIR

The complaints that voters belonging to specific castes and religions were deliberately excluded, large-scale irregularities have been reported i

Hainans Duty-Free Market Sees Record Purchases in First Quarter

Beijing, April 3: The customs department in Haikou, the capital of Hainan Province in southern China, reported a remarkable surge in duty-free sh

Govt sets 20-day deadline for new excise licenses

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The Finance Department of Jammu and Kashmir Government has fixed a 20-day timeline for issuance of new exci

Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf Arab States

DUBAI, Apr 2: Iran fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states on Thursday, demonstrating Tehrans continued ability to strike its neighbou

Cluster University of Jammu holds Academic Council meeting

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The 8th meeting of the Academic Council of Cluster University of Jammu was held today under the chairmanshi

Six Strikers win Volleyball tourney

Bar Annual Sports Meet Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The sixth day of the Jammu & Kashmir High Court Bar Association Jammu Annual Sports

Pak misadventure will invite decisive action: Rajnath

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, Apr 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said any misadventure from Indias neighbour, Pakistan, in the prevailing si

Mahila Morcha team interacts with Kavinder

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: J&K BJP Mahila Morcha led by its president, Neha Mahajan here today met HP Governor, Kavinder Gupta at his

BJPs Victory in West Bengal is Certain: Ujjwal Deepak

Raipur, April 3: BJP leader Ujjwal Deepak has asserted that the people of West Bengal are determined to establish a BJP government in the upcomin

Dr Jitendra briefs RS about Space orientation programmes introduced for school students

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Apr 2: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Personnel,

Did Tiger Woods call Donald Trump just after Florida crash? Here's complete truth. Bodycam video, DUI arrest, Masters update explained

Did Tiger Woods call Donald Trump just after Florida crash? Bodycam footage shows Tiger Woods telling officers he spoke with Donald Trump moments

CM for time bound probe into Ganderbal encounter

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 2: The encounter in Ganderbal in which a local was killed needs a transparent and time bound probe with the

MP writes to Union Education Minister

Vacancies in NIT Srinagar Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Apr 2: National Conference Member of Parliament, Mian Altaf Ahmad has written to the

Macau International Parade 2026 Celebrates Cultural Unity

Beijing, April 3: The 2026 Macau International Parade recently took place in the Macau Special Administrative Region of China. Following the them

Delhi Mayor flags off flood control, sanitation fleet

Mr. Singh said residents would notwitnessthe extent of waterlogging seen in previous years during the coming monsoon. This is the second phase of

IPL 2026: Abhishek, Travis, and Heinrich Shine as SRH Sets 226-Run Target

Kolkata, April 3: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has set a formidable target of 227 runs for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the sixth match of the Ind

M.P. HC to begin regular hearing of Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque dispute case from April 6

The development comes a day after the Supreme Court refused to intervene in the matter on a petition from the Muslim side while directing the Hig

CPI-M Accused of Bogus Voting Tactics Amid Election Fears: KC Venugopal

Kannur, April 3: Congress General Secretary and MP K.C. Venugopal has accused the CPI-M of resorting to fraudulent voting tactics in light of the

Mitchell Santner Joins Mumbai Indians Ahead of IPL 2026 Clash Against Delhi Capitals

New Delhi, April 3: The Mumbai Indians (MI) kicked off IPL 2026 with a victory, and now they have received some exciting news. New Zealand spinne

Wang Yi Visits Research Center for Community of Shared Future

Beijing, April 3: Wang Yi, a member of the CPC Central Committees Politburo and Chinas Foreign Minister, visited the Research Center for the Comm

The Legacy of Sam Manekshaw: A Hero Who Divided Pakistan

New Delhi, April 3: Sam Manekshaw, a powerful and formidable military leader of India, dealt such a crushing defeat to Pakistan that the nation r

Who is General Christopher LaNeve, new US Army Chief of Staff? US Army leadership change, LaNeve military career, education, life, family and net worth

Who is General Christopher LaNeve, new US Army Chief of Staff? The US Army faces a leadership shift after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked Ge

J&K government calls bridge damage act of God; skips probe despite rising repair bill

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir are calling the collapse of a Rs 67-crore bridge 'minor,' bizarrely attributing it to divine intervention and re

Hong Kong Hosts Family and Womens Development Summit

Beijing, April 3: The Hong Kong Family and Womens Development Summit took place on March 31, 2026, in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

India and Bangladesh Discuss Strengthening Defense Cooperation

New Delhi, April 3: The High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, M. Riaz Hamidullah, met with Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Thurs

J&K SIA files chargesheet against accused involved in harbouring LeT terrorists

J&K's State Investigating Agency has charged Sabar Hussain from Poonch for aiding terrorists responsible for the brutal killing of a government e

Rinku Singh Sets New Record in IPL 2026, Surpassing Andre Russell

Kolkata, April 3: The sixth match of IPL 2026 is underway at Eden Gardens, featuring Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH

Randeep Hoodas Mother Makes Her Cinematic Debut in Haryanvi Film

Mumbai, April 3: Bollywood star Randeep Hooda, known for captivating audiences with his performances, is not the only one stepping into the limel

Tensions Rise Between AAP and Raghav Chadha, Says Amarinder Singh Raja Wading

New Delhi, April 3: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has removed MP Raghav Chadha from the position of Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha. This decision h

Six Indian Ships Safely Cross Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Tensions

New Delhi, April 3: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that six Indian ships carrying LPG and LNG have safely crossed the Strait of

US Army Chief of Staff Asked to Step Down by Hegseth, Sources Say

The office for George did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

A journey gone wrong

UN to vote on using 'all defensive means' to secure navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Previous drafts would have authorized countries to use all necessary means UN language including possible military action to secure passage and

Who is General Randy George, why was he fired by Pete Hegseth, and who will be next Army Chief of Staff? Pentagon leadership change, Randy George military career, education, life, family and net worth

Who is General Randy George, why was he fired by Pete Hegseth, and who will be next Army Chief of Staff? The Pentagon confirmed that Defense Secr

Parth Pawar Denounces Baseless Allegations Against NCP Leaders Prafull Patel and Sunil Tatkare

Mumbai, April 3: Parth Pawar, a leader and MP of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), stated on Thursday that the recent news regarding fellow N

IPL 2026: Klassens Half-Century Powers SRH to Third Highest Score Against KKR

Kolkata, April 3: The sixth match of IPL 2026 took place at Eden Gardens, featuring Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Ba

Pete Hegseth Asks US Army Chief Of Staff To Step Down

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army's top uniformed officer, Gen. Randy George, to step down, the Pentagon said Thursday, as the Un

Uttarakhand Police honoured with the President's Police Colours

The Chief Minister said the honour places the Uttarakhand Police in the league of select police forces of the country that have received this rec

Job Opportunities at Sainik School: Apply for Various Positions by April 10

Lucknow, April 3: A significant opportunity has arisen for those seeking employment at Sainik School. Sainik School Jhansi has released an offici

PSL 2026: Fakhar Zamans Two-Match Ban Upheld by Appeals Committee

Mumbai, April 3: The two-match ban on Fakhar Zaman remains in effect in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). A three-member appeals committee has dis

'STEP DOWN, EVERY ONE OF YOU!': GOP rips into Governor Walz, AG Ellison over Minnesota Somali Fraud

Chinas Economic Growth Figures Under Scrutiny: Real Growth Half of Official Estimates

New Delhi, April 3: A new report suggests that Chinas official economic growth figures may be misleading. The countrys economy faces serious thre

France bans planned gathering of Muslims in Paris area, citing security risk

At the request of the Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, I have issued an order prohibiting the 40th edition of the Annual Meeting of Muslims of Fr

ECI transfer controversy, top courts clarifications

Article 324 does not give unfettered powers to the Election Commission of India

A path to peace in West Asia beyond Pakistan talks

India could lead a Global South initiative at the United Nations to mediate the West Asia war

Centre Clarifies Fuel Supply To Bangladesh Amid Energy Crisis

India on Thursday said that it has received a request from Bangladesh for the supply of diesel, which is currently being examined by the governme

CM Omar seeks probe in Ganderbal encounter after family disputes terrorist claim

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has demanded a swift, transparent investigation into the killing of a man in an alleged encounter.

Indian Womens Tennis Team Kicks Off Preparation Camp for Billie Jean King Cup

New Delhi, April 3: The Indian womens tennis team has commenced a five-day preparation camp at the DLTA Stadium in New Delhi. The team is gearing

A betrayal foretold: On the U.S. and NATO alliance

After Donald Trumps taunts and threats, Europe will have to reimagine its security paradigm

In the running: On the Artemis II launch

The Artemis II launch assures the U.S.s partners that NASA is on track

Is cinema a positive influence in Tamil Nadu politics?

As Tamil Nadu elections heat up, superstar Vijay enters politics. Join guest A. S. Panneerselvan to explore this cinematic crossover!

Vikrant Massey: From Humble Beginnings to Stardom in Bollywood

Mumbai, April 3: Vikrant Massey is a name that resonates in the film industry for his remarkable acting and unique style. Known for his roles in

Has cinema defined political success in Tamil Nadu?

Navy escorting tankers from Strait of Hormuz, no dearth of fuel or gas in country, says defence minister

India assures ample fuel and gas supplies amidst West Asia conflict, with the Navy actively escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Defen

Maharashtra Government Approves New Revenue Department Structure with 35,876 Positions

Mumbai, April 3: In response to the increasing workload in revenue administration and the need for efficient services for citizens, the Maharasht

Medak MP Urges Centre for Second Terminal at Shamshabad Airport Amid Capacity Crunch

Rao also called for accelerated support from the state for development of two airports at Mamnoor near Warangal and at Adilabad, which have been

Jharkhand BJP Withdraws Bandh Call Amid Ongoing Investigation into Hazaribagh Murder Case

Ranchi, April 3: The Jharkhand BJP state president and Rajya Sabha MP, Aditya Sahu, has announced the withdrawal of previously planned protests f

Tornado watch alert: Powerful storms to hit US through Easter weekend - Texas, Oklahoma, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Ohio and New York at risk

Tornado watch: Severe storms are set to sweep across the U.S. through the Easter weekend, impacting regions from the southern Rockies and Plains

Rahul Gandhi Appeals to PM Modi to Withdraw Cases Against Dalit Youth from 2018 Protests

New Delhi, April 3: Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Padma Viswanathan in Intl Booker Prize Shortlist

Other shortlisted titles include works by Shida Bazyar, Rene Karabash, Daniel Kehlmann, Yang Shuang-zi and Marie Ndiaye, along with their respect

Hema Malini writes to Speaker; says West Bengal denying permission for cultural events

I have written a letter to the Honourable Speaker, highlighting a cultural fascism in West Bengal and how it is adversely affecting several peopl

Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Lives of Three Children in Jharkhand

Ranchi, April 3: A heartbreaking incident occurred in the Gufu Badka Toli village of the Torpa police station area in Jharkhands Khunti district

Iran Targets Oracle Data Centre In Dubai: Report

Iran War: Quoting the Revolutionary Guards' navy command, Tasnim news agency also said the data centres of two US firms -- Oracle in Dubai and Am

Do college students need to file taxes? Income rules parents should know

College students earning money from jobs, freelance work, or scholarships may need to file taxes depending on income type and limits. Parents can

PM Modi Celebrates Passage of Jan Vishwas Bill, Aims for Swift Resolution of Cases

New Delhi, April 3: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment Provisions) Bill, 2026 has been passed by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, marking a significan

NGT Dismisses Plea Against Musi Project

Appearing for the state, additional advocate-general Tera Rajinikanth Reddy informed the bench that the process for obtaining environmental clear

Bullet Train progress: Tunnelling work completed for five-km tunnel

The 5-km tunnel, which passes between Ghansoli and Shilphata, is part of the 508-km-long MAHSR, connecting Gujarat, Maharashtra and the Union Ter

BJD MP Slams Government Over FCRA Amendment Bill, Calls for Focus on Real Issues

New Delhi, April 3: BJD MP Sulata Dev criticized the central government on Thursday for introducing the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendme

189 surprising foods NASA will serve Artemis II astronauts in Space - unique menu revealed

Artemis II astronauts will enjoy a diverse 10-day menu featuring items like beef brisket, butternut squash, and mango smoothies. With 189 unique

April 16: A Significant Day for Women, Says Union Minister Annapurna Devi

New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister Annapurna Devi announced that April 16 will be a significant day for women regarding the Women Reservation Bil

20 Indian Workers Die Daily Abroad, Govt Tells RS

Indian missions abroad also received 80,985 complaints related to abuse, exploitation and workplace issues.

I-PAC, Nair Premises Searched in ED Probe on Coal Scam

The case originates from a November 2020 FIR registered by the CBI, which alleged a multi-crore coal pilferage racket linked to Eastern Coalfield

Delhi High Court notice to Centre on plea by serving Lt. Col. alleging corruption in Indian Army

Justice Prateek Jalan, in the order passed on March 27, directed the authorities to submit their respective responses on the plea while posting t

Namdhari FC and Dempo SC Settle for a 1-1 Draw in IFL 2025-26 Match

Margao, April 3: In a thrilling encounter at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Namdhari FC and Dempo SC played to a 1-1 draw in the Indian Foo

T.N. Assembly election: Egmore constituency residents weigh infrastructure upgrades against many long-standing civic problems

As Metro Rail work is ongoing inPurasawalkam, traffic congestion and disruptedMTCbus servicesto some pockets remain core issues; travelling on ar

The long and lingering shadow of war

Even after a ceasefire is declared, the effects of violent conflict take years to heal

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Chief Minister campaigns for LDF candidates in Kozhikode

The war is over Weve one way, one chance. Thats the peaceful way, peaceful negotiation, continuous engagement

Shanmugam Kumaran Tharmalingam alias Selvarasa Pathmanathan alias Kumaran Pathmanathan, or simply KP, headed the international secretariat of the