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HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleum products judiciously. Speaking at an event in Telangana, where he virtually laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore, Modi said imported petroleum products should be used only as needed, as this would not only save foreign exchange but also reduce the adverse impact of war. Observing [] The post PM Mod

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat The essence carried by this shloka from Srimad Bhagvad Gita and from the civilisational wisdom enclosed in the Indian scriptures and traditions, is reflected in the essence of Somnatha Temple located at Somanatha-Pattan on the southern shore of Kathiawad (historic region in southwestern region of present-day state of Gujarat). Regarded as the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas, many a times its walls have borne the brunt of battle at the hands of barbarian invaders only

NEW DELHI, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Indias first functional PM MITRA Park in Warangal, Telangana, on Sunday, developed at a cost of Rs 1,695.54 crore. The Park is poised to become a key driver of Indias textile growth story, with over Rs 6,000 crore in expected investment and significant progress already underway, with 62 per cent of the park already allotted, the Textile Ministry said in a release. Spread across 1,327 acres, the park is set to [] The post PM Modi inaugur

PORT OF SPAIN, May 10 : India and Trinidad and Tobago have signed eight agreements in sectors including tourism, healthcare, infrastructure and Ayurveda during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankars two-day visit to the Caribbean nation, according to an official statement. Jaishankar, who visited the Caribbean nation on May 8-9, held talks with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and other senior leaders on expanding bilateral cooperation and reviewed progress on announcements made during Pri

CHENNAI, May 10: The swashbuckling Urvil Patel equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history as Chennai Super Kings edged out Lucknow Super Kings by five wickets to keep their play-off hopes alive here on Sunday. Batting first, Josh Inglis played a sensational 85-run knock before CSK bowlers rallied to stop LSG at 203 for eight. With the defeat, their eighth in 11 matches, LSGs play-off hopes went up in smoke. A lot of credit for the CSK [] The post Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Su

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today dedicated medical equipment worth Rs 2.25 crore to the public at Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial Hospital, further strengthening critical healthcare facilities at the hospital. The Chief Minister inaugurated advanced medical equipment under Corporate Social Responsibility by HDFC Bank including an ERCP Endoscopy Machine, Ultra/Doppler Sound Machine, Tissue Processor for Histo Pathology and Laser Urology equipment, procured a

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: The SGT Global Business School and School of Commerce and Management, SGT University organized Aarohan-2026: Step Up to Success, an Internship and Job Fair, here today. The event was inaugurated by Prof (Dr) Hemant Verma, Vice Chancellor, SGT University, marking the commencement of a dynamic platform focused on career advancement and industry engagement. Prominent organizations, including Mahindra Logistics, Health-Kart, Mechanic Guru, AML Right Source, Sam

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth Rs 42.38 crore across Ganderbal district, aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure, road connectivity, public amenities, youth facilities, heritage conservation and tourism development. The Chief Minister began his tour at Beehama, Ganderbal, where he laid the foundation stone for construction of a Library & Reading Room to be establi

Karra, Mir address workers convention Excelsior Correspondent SHOPIAN, May 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Sunday held Party workers convention at Arhama in Shopian and resolved to continue fighting for peoples rights and aspirations, which have been under assault after downgrading full fledged State of J&K by the BJP Govt. JKPCC also resolved to continue its movement for restoration of Statehood to J&K under the programme `Hamari Riyasat, Hamara Haq and take this

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 10: MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania today dedicated and inaugurated several major developmental projects in Majalta area and reiterated that public participation remains the cornerstone of effective governance and sustainable development. Amid a tumultuous and enthusiastic welcome by the people of the area, Pathania laid foundation stone of office building of CDPO Majalta, to be completed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.32 crore. He also dedicated newl

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Jammu & Kashmir BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma, (CA), today said that the writings and speeches of B. R. Ambedkar continue to hold immense relevance in present-day society. Sat Sharma who along with Nanaji Deshmukh Library in charge, Prof. Kulbhushan Mohtra, received a valuable collection of books comprising 21 volumes titled Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Writings and Speeches, which were formally handed over by BJP vice president and former DDC Chai

GUWAHATI, May 10: Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday appointed BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma as the chief minister of Assam, paving the way for the NDAs third consecutive government in the state. After being unanimously elected leader of the BJP-led NDAs legislature party, Sarma, along with alliance leaders, met the governor at Lok Bhavan and formally staked claim to form the government. In exercise of the powers vested in him under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution [] The p

BENGALURU, May 10: Two gelatin sticks were recovered from a roadside near PM Narendra Modis programme venue on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Sunday, triggering heightened security measures and an intensive police investigation into their origin and whether there was any larger conspiracy behind their presence. The gelatin sticks were discovered during security checks near Tataguni under Kaggalipura police station limits, along a route connected to the PMs movement schedule. The discovery was mad

NEW DELHI, May 10 : The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is expanding scientific infrastructure and research support systems across universities and higher educational institutions to democratise access to advanced technology, innovation and scientific facilities, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Sunday. The minister also stated that initiatives such as the Sophisticated Analytical and Technical Help Institute (SATHI) have helped build a strong ecosystem for research, innovation,

CHANDIGARH, May 10: A voter turnout of 47 per cent was recorded in the elections to seven municipal bodies and 528 Panchayati Raj posts in Haryana on Sunday, amidst reports of bogus voting, allegations of bribery, and opposition protests. While polling officially concluded at 6 PM, the Election Commission allowed voters already present in queues to exercise their franchise. According to official data, Uklana municipal body recorded the highest turnout at 69 per cent, while Sonipat remained at th

KOLKATA, May 10 : Bengali filmstar Jeet on Sunday expressed confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modis guarantee and said he hoped the new BJP government in West Bengal would usher in a new dawn for the state. In a social media post, the actor, whose real name is Jitendra Madnani, said BJPs victory in the state was not merely a political success but a major commitment to the people of the state. This victory is not just a political success [] The post Actor Jeet backs BJP govt in Bengal, hopes

NEW DELHI, May 10: The NMC has issued an advisory to government medical colleges and institutions, asking them to extend full cooperation for the smooth conduct of postgraduate and postdoctoral examinations conducted by the NBEMS, citing shortage of examination centres and examiners. In a public notice issued by the Postgraduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) on May 8, the National Medical Commission (NMC) said the increasing number of candidates appearing in NBEMS final practical examinations

KUSHINAGAR (UP), May 10: Two men were detained after police were informed of a fan inside a madrassa allegedly had a Made in Pakistan label, officials said on Sunday. The issue came to light after a picture of the fan was widely circulated on social media, prompting demands by some for a thorough probe. An inquiry found that the fan had been purchased from Saudi Arabia and the two men, including the manager of the madrassa, who had been called [] The post UP: Police question two men over Made in

KOLKATA, May 10: Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta on Sunday launched a scathing attack on his party, alleging that corruption had been institutionalised. A day after being suspended for six years for alleged breach of party discipline, Dutta questioned why people in West Bengal now felt free to express themselves without fear following the BJPs electoral victory. Why have things come to such a stage? Why are people celebrating? We did not introspect, he told reporters. The suspended leader

Jammu and Kashmir is fighting back. After years of watching the drug menace devour its youth, shatter its families and hollow out its communities, the Union Territorys administration has finally mounted a response that is as comprehensive as the crisis demands. What makes the current campaign distinctly different from past efforts is not merely the intensity of enforcement but the coordinated, multi-dimensional architecture of the entire operation one that spans deterrence, detection, prosecuti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Extracurricular activities play an important role in the overall development of children and help nurture imagination, discipline and positive thinking, said MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi while addressing a Painting and Drawing Competition organised by JK Future Founders at Shree Radha Krishan Mandir Jagti. Sethi, who was the chief guest on the occasion, encouraged young participants for their creativity and artistic expression. He appreciated the organisers

Asks force not to show disrespect to people Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, May 10: Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, today said that the JKP is continuously fighting Pakistani-sponsored terrorism and carrying forward the anti-narcotics campaign and asserted that the force stands firm in every situation and remains committed to safeguarding the nation. Addressing the newly recruited constables during the presentation ceremony of appointment letters at the Armed Police Complex in Zewan her

*Expresses gratitude to LGs action on drug menace Gopal Sharma POONCH/RAJOURI, May 10: Former Chief Minister and PDP president, Mehbooba Mufti today slammed the Omar Abdullah Government for its failure to deliver on key promises such as unemployment, alleging job and transfer appointments were influenced through money and political connections. Criticising Chief Minister over his `alleged silence on inflation, closure of educational institutions, surveillance in mosques and Iran, the PDP chief s

Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAJOURI, May 10: In a historic achievement for Jammu and Kashmir and Indian boxing, sub-junior boxer Mohd Yasser defeated his Iranian opponent to storm into the final of the Under-15 Asian Boxing Championship being held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. With this remarkable victory, Yasser has become the first boxer from Jammu and Kashmir to reach the final of a continental championship and compete for the coveted gold medal at the Asian level. His outstanding performance h

*No promotions, no DPCs, no Service Rules even after 6 yrs Govind Sharma JAMMU, May 10: Serious resentment is brewing among thousands of Non-Gazetted employees working in the five newly established Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) of Jammu and Kashmir over the Governments continued failure to frame Service Recruitment Rules (SRRs), conduct Departmental Promotion Committees (DPCs), and provide any form of career progression since their appointments in 2019. Despite completing nearly six years o

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, May 10: In a major step towards promoting renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, the Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has approved the installation of a 500 KWp on-grid Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) Plant on the rooftop of the NDS Ice Hockey Rink in Leh. The project, approved by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, will be developed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.38 crore under the Special Development Package (SDP) of the Youth Services and Sport

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: In a moment of immense pride and sporting glory, the University of Kashmir ( KU) today marked the grand culmination of the All India Inter University Wushu Championship (Men & Women), scripting a historic chapter in the sporting landscape of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The championship was organized by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, KU under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi. The six-day

HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleum products judiciously. Speaking at an event in Telangana, where he virtually laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore, Modi said imported petroleum products should be used only as needed, as this would not only save foreign exchange but also reduce the adverse impact of war. Observing that [] The post PM fo

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Basketball Association conducted a two-day referees clinic for candidates from Kashmir Division at Srinagar. A total of 12 referees qualified in the examination conducted by the Technical Committee of the association following the completion of the clinic. The successful candidates were awarded certificates and JKBA referee T-shirts by Secretary J&K Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul. Speaking on the occasion, President of Srinagar Distr

CHENNAI, May 10: Cheered and heralded by sea of delirious supporters, C Joseph Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday with a pledge that a new era of real, secular, social justice starts now. The ascent of Vijay to the top job marks a significant realignment and a historic political shift in the state after his TVK emerged as the single largest party in the recent Assembly elections, shattering the decades-long dominance of the DMK [] The post Vijay takes oath as TN CM app

SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said the most dangerous terrorists exploit data and encrypted networks to operate across borders. Today, the worlds most dangerous criminals and terrorists do not always carry weapons; instead, they exploit code, data and encrypted networks to operate across borders. These are no longer threats of the distant future; they are the stark realities of the present, Sinha said at a function here. The LG was addressing newly

BHOPAL, May 10: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday termed village roads the gateways to prosperity while launching projects worth Rs 1,763.08 crore under the fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) to mark the schemes silver jubilee in Madhya Pradesh. Addressing a gathering in Bherunda in Sehore district, Chouhan, the Union minister for agriculture, farmers welfare and rural development, spoke about road projects worth crores being undertaken in the state. Bhe

SRINAGAR, May 10: Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, today flagged off the Jammu and Kashmir U-20 Football team from the TRC Football Ground, Srinagar, for participation in the prestigious Swami Vivekananda U-20 National Football Championship. The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the J&K Sports Council, coaches, players and sports enthusiasts. Addressing the players on the occasion, Dr. Shahid Iqbal congratulated the team and extended best w

NEW DELHI, May 10: Delivery times are improving and set to normalise soon as a large section of gig workers return to cities after the recent state elections and the peak harvest season, Swiggy and magicpin said. Anshoo Sharma, Founder and CEO of magicpin, told PTI the return of delivery riders is helping improve rider availability across food delivery platforms. The delivery riders who were away from metros to cast their vote, are now back in cities. This is helping [] The post Swiggy, magicpin

NEW DELHI, May 10: L&T Technology Services (LTTS) CEO and MD Amit Chadha drew a total remuneration of Rs 14.96 crore for financial year 2025-26, a decline of 17.4 per cent from the previous year, according to the companys annual report. Chadhas compensation package for the fiscal year included a base salary of Rs 5.77 crore, a commission of Rs 2.62 crore, and variable pay of Rs 1.68 crore. Additionally, he received Rs 4.88 crore as perquisites related to the [] The post LTTS CEO Amit Chadhas FY2

MOSCOW, May 10: Iran is relying on a large network of fast attack boats, described as a mosquito fleet, to maintain control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by the Financial Times citing defense experts. The report said Iranian authorities operate hundreds of small, fast-moving vessels, many of them lightly armed, while others are equipped with short-range missiles. These boats are believed to form the backbone of Irans asymmetric naval strategy in the region.

TEHRAN, May 10: Iran on Sunday sharply rebuked the United States after President Donald Trump allegedly threatened a possible nuclear strike, with Tehrans foreign ministry calling the remarks a contradiction of Washingtons stated desire for peace. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said on X that it was a grotesque absurdity for the United States to claim it seeks peace and aims to prevent a nuclear crisis while simultaneously warning of overwhelming force by describing as one

PESHAWAR, May 10: At least 15 security officials were killed and several were injured in a suicide attack and ambush at a police post in Pakistans restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the police said. The incident took place in the northwest district of Bannu where an explosive-laden vehicle approaching a police post was fired at by security personnel, leading to a blast, the police said. The impact of the explosion led to the collapse of the roofs of several houses in [] The post 15 security of

ISLAMABAD, May 10: Pakistans Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir on Sunday termed last years conflict with India as a battle between two ideologies. Addressing a ceremony at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi to mark the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, the name given by Islamabad to the four-day conflict with India, Munir also claimed that Pakistans strategy was superior to that of India during the conflict. In response to the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tour

LONDON, May 10: Q Manivannan, an India-born anthropologist who identifies as non-binary, has been elected to the devolved Scottish Parliament on a platform of kinder politics for the region. The newly elected member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) secured a win on the Edinburgh and Lothians East list for the pro-independence Scottish Greens in Thursdays polls. The student from Tamil Nadu was able to contest as a result of a rule change that allowed foreigners on even short-term visas and [] The

NEW DELHI, May 10: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh wrote to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Sunday, claiming that the Great Nicobar Island development project would destroy the unique ecosystem there, and urging him to pause, reflect, and revisit the venture in its present design and detail. In his letter to Yadav, Ramesh said the studies based on which environmental clearance has been granted to the project are grossly inadequate and there has been a mockery of the Environmental Impact As

SRINAGAR, May 10: The Blackberry Messenger (BBM) application has again surfaced on the terror network in Jammu and Kashmir, with the interrogation of a key Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist indicating the use of several applications, including some banned ones, to communicate with other members, officials said on Sunday. An LeT module, tasked with setting up bases outside Jammu and Kashmir, was busted by the Srinagar police early last month with the arrest of Abdullah alias Abu Hureira, a resident

SRINAGAR, May 10: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over Appointment Letters to the newly recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police during a landmark presentation ceremony at the Armed Police Complex, Zewan. Around 4000 recruits were selected through a transparent, merit-based process conducted by J&K Service Selection Board. The Lieutenant Governor extended his heartiest congratulations to the new recruits and exhorted them to discharge their duties with absolute integrity, im

Srinagar, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Transport Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan on Sunday stated that bike taxi service Rapido is operating in the Union Territory without a valid license and warned that those using or participating in the service are doing so at their own risk. In a post on X, Mahajan said that his office has received several complaints regarding the operation of Rapido in Jammu and Kashmir. He clarified that the company has not been granted permission to operate [] The post Rapido O

Leh, May 10: With an aim to conserve the environment and promote sustainable development in Ladakh, the Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, inaugurated the mass plantation of 2100 cherry saplings at Drikung Dharma Foundation in Phyang. The plantation drive was organised as part of a green initiative undertaken by the Drikung Dharma Foundation in collaboration with SankalpTaru Foundation under the guidance and inspiration of His Holiness Drikung Skyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche. On th

BHADERWAH (DODA), May 10: Tribal communities in Jammu and Kashmirs Bhaderwah region, mainly Gujjars and Bakarwals, have decided to enforce a social boycott of any community member found involved in drug consumption or trafficking. Tribal groups led by Lumberdar Mohd Hussain Chechi held a mega Jirga (assembly of tribal elders) at Soundhar meadow in the Kellar Forest Range of Bhaderwah, where they pledged to strengthen the fight against substance abuse as part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu and K

NEW DELHI, May 10: Indias drug regulator has directed manufacturers and importers to submit Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs) for new drugs from the date of actual marketing of the product rather than from the date of regulatory approval, in a move aimed at strengthening post-marketing safety surveillance. In an advisory issued by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) on April 21, the regulator said it has observed instances where companies obtained approval for a new drug

NEW DELHI, May 10: A 25-year-old man was arrested after a chase through forest and hilly terrain in Jharkhand for allegedly duping a Delhi resident of Rs 80,000 through a malicious APK link, officials said on Sunday. The accused has been identified as Pravin Rana, a resident of Giridih in Jharkhand. According to police, the victim had received an APK file and, after downloading it, his banking credentials were compromised. The money was subsequently transferred to a bank account and [] The post

SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday of levelling false and baseless allegations against his government, alleging that she wants to divert peoples attention from her partys help to the BJP in winning a Rajya Sabha seat from the Union Territory last year. I was listening to her speech yesterday in which she claimed that an officer was asked for a bribe for a transfer. She also claimed that there [] The post CM Omar Abdulla

GANDERBAL, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday rejected allegations of backdoor appointments levelled against the National Conference government and accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Mehbooba Mufti of spreading baseless narratives to mislead the public. Talking to reporters here the Chief Minister, challenged the PDP leadership to provide even a single example of alleged backdoor recruitment. He said outsourcing is a structured administrative mechanism under government