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PULWAMA, Mar 29 : In a mesmerizing showcase of agricultural diversification, the Council of Scientific and Industrial ResearchIndian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu, on Sunday threw open the CSIR Tulip Fest2026 to the public at its Field Station Bonera in Pulwama. The station, known for pursuing breakthrough research and technologies in medicinal and aromatic crops, has introduced a new facet to its research and technology deployment endeavours under the flagship CSIR Floric

Jammu, Mar 29: union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Sunday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for complimenting the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for the historic Ranji Trophy victory. Thanks PM @narendramodi ji for complimenting the #JammuAndKashmir Cricket Team for the historic Ranji victory, Dr Singh posted on X. He further wrote, Your words of encouragement will go a long way in boosting the morale of the youth and providing a fillip to the sports culture in this peripheral []

Anantnag, Mar 29: Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau traps and arrests Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat, SPO (Special Police Official) of Police Station Larnoo, Anantnag for demanding and accepting bribe of 18000 J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint to the effect that on 26-03-2026, the complainant was driving his Load Carrier from Mati to Badihar and was stopped by Police Naka Party at Badihar Bridge. The Police Party searched the Load Carrier and checked the documents of the Load Ca

NEW DELHI, Mar 29 : Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who is also a noted Professor and scholar of Diabetes, said here today that abdominal or central obesity is a greater risk factor compared to overall obesity, particularly in the Indian context where even lean and thin-looking individuals often carry significant visceral fat. Central obesity is a risk factor, independent of the obesity as such, he explained. Releasing the book titled Advances in Obesity and Lipid Management in CVD edited []

JAMMU, Mar 29: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, held a detailed review meeting of health experts to assess the progress made by the Health & Medical Education (H&ME) Department in enhancing patient care and healthcare services across the newly established medical colleges and district hospitals across J&K. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary conducted a detailed review of the action taken on previous directions aimed at upgrading the seven newly established medical colleges into fully functiona

JAMMU, Mar 29: In a major boost to promotion of medicinal plant awareness and conservation, an ambitious proposal for establishing 100 School Herbal Gardens across Jammu Division has been approved by the National Medicinal Plants Board, Union Ministry for Ayush, to the tune of Rs 53.00 Lakh. The initiative envisages development of herbal gardens in selected schools, with ten schools to be covered in each district of the Division. The project has been approved after recommendations from the Direc

JAMMU, Mar 29: The State Election Commission is making necessary arrangements for holding panchayat and urban local bodies (ULB) elections at the earliest, the Jammu and Kashmir government has said. The tenure of municipalities ended in October-November 2023, while panchayats and block development councils completed their five-year term on January 9, 2024. The term of district development councils also ended on February 24 this year, leaving all local bodies without elected representatives. Acco

JAMMU, Mar 29: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said the Jammu marathon themed Temples to Trails will position the winter capital as a vibrant destination for fitness tourism and cultural exploration. An avid runner, Abdullah flagged off the Jammu Marathon at Maulana Azad Stadium here and went on to complete the 21 km run in two hours despite inclement weather. At the finish line, participants jostled to click pictures with the chief minister, who was greeted [] The post

JAMMU, Mar 29: Addressing the concerns of legislators, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that funds earmarked under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) are non-lapsable, with savings exceeding Rs 25 crore recorded under the scheme. In a written reply to a starred question tabled by National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq on Saturday, Abdullah, who holds the finance portfolio, said the CDF scheme has been reintroduced during 2024-25 in pursuance of the decision of the Council o

Jammu, Mar 29: Asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is now prominently showcasing its vast tourism potential on the global stage under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that the long-cherished dreams and aspirations of the people are steadily turning into reality. Speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Jammu Marathon at MA Stadium here, LG Sinha said, Under the leadership of PM Modi, Jammu Kashmir is now showcasing its boundless tourism

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: Delhi Police has busted an inter-state racket dealing in stolen mobile phones and arrested two men, seizing 83 high-end handsets from their possession, officials said on Sunday. Acting on a tip-off, a team conducted a raid at a rented premises in Yamuna Vihar on Friday, where the accused Saavej, 34, and Fardeen, 25 were caught red-handed while packing stolen mobile phones for dispatch, police said. A sealed carton containing 83 stolen mobile phones of [] The post Delhi Polic

Srinagar, Mar 29: Union Minister of Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu virtually inaugurated upgraded passenger-centric facilities at airports across India on Sunday, including key improvements at Srinagar Airport. An official said that, At Srinagar Airport, the extended terminal area featuring an additional ~650 sqm in the Security Hold Area was opened, aimed at reducing congestion and enhancing passenger convenience. The Minister also launched several modern facilities, including seamless

ISLAMABAD, Mar 29: Pakistan is set to host a quadrilateral summit of foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkiye on Sunday, to discuss the ongoing conflict in West Asia and efforts to negotiate peace, the Foreign Office said. According to the Foreign Office (FO), the foreign ministers of Egypt and Turkiye have already reached Islamabad while their Saudi Arabian counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud was scheduled to arrive on Sunday. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Tu

MOSCOW, Mar 29: Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistani Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar announced. I am pleased to share a great news that the Government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz; two ships will cross the Strait daily, Dar said on X. Dar called Irans decision an important step that will strengthen collective efforts to achieve peace [] The post Iran agreed to a

KATHAMANDU, Mar 29: Nepal police on Sunday arrested former energy minister and Nepali Congress leader Deepak Khadka in connection with a money laundering case, local media reported. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police took Khadka into custody on Sunday morning, The Himalayan quoted CIB spokesperson Shiva Kumar Shrestha as saying. The police detained Khadka for investigation after receiving a request from the Department of Money Laundering Investigation, The Kath Mandu Post rep

BRUSSELS, Mar 29: The European Union is expanding its powers to track, raid and deport migrants to return hubs in third countries in Africa and elsewhere, quietly adopting tactics of the Trump administration that have drawn public criticism across the 27-nation bloc. The EU continues to tighten migration policies after right-wing parties took power in some countries in 2024. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, from the centre-right European Peoples Party coalition, has said the n

BRISBANE, Mar 29: Easter chocolate is all over supermarket shelves. Some people reach straight for milk chocolate eggs while others pause at the darker varieties, assuming theyre healthier. Dark chocolate has gained a reputation as the better choice because it usually contains more cocoa and less sugar than milk chocolate. But is dark chocolate actually healthier? Lets see how the evidence stacks up. How do they compare? All chocolate begins with the cocoa (or cacao) bean. [] The post Is dar

JAMMU, Mar 29: Four alleged drug peddlers were arrested along with heroin at two different places in Jammu and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, police said. Mohit Sharma, Ankit Mahajan and Ankit Bhat were intercepted and subjected to frisking at Muthi in the Domana area near here, leading to the recovery of 7.21 grams of heroin, a police spokesman said. A private car, which was being used by the drug peddlers, was also seized, he said. In [] The post Four Drug Peddlers Arrested

MUMBAI, Mar 29: Jio Financial Services (JFS) is hoping to start general and life insurance businesses this year, a top company official has said. The financial services company does not have any immediate plan to get into the unsecured and consumer durable lending businesses. We hope to start insurance manufacturing in 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, its chief executive and managing director Hitesh Sethia told PTI recently. The company, which recently entered the reinsurance business, alo

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: The applicability of newly reimposed export windfall taxes on shipments of diesel and ATF from Reliance Industries SEZ refinery remains the key uncertainty, following Indias fuel duty overhaul, with significant implications for refining margins and government revenues, according to analysts. Under the revised framework, effective March 26, India has imposed export duties of Rs 21.50 per litre on diesel and Rs 29.50 per litre on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) while keeping petrol

NAOBOICHA (ASSAM): (Mar 29) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday announced his partys five guarantees for poll-bound Assam, with a focus on womens welfare, healthcare for all, land rights and justice in the Zubeen Garg death case. He also took a swipe at the BJP-led government in the state, accusing it of indulging in rampant corruption and working to fill the coffers of its leaders and their families. Addressing a rally at Naoboicha in Lakhimpur district, Kharge listed the partys []

DHEKIAJULI (ASSAM), Mar 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday asserted that the BJP government has stopped infiltration in Assam in the last 10 years, but this is not enough, as each illegal immigrant must be sent back to their countries. Addressing a poll rally in Dhekiajuli assembly constituency in Sonitpur district, he accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of opposing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in several states to protect infiltrators. Rahul Gandhi and company are

Jammu, Mar 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that the Jammu Marathon symbolizes the profound transformation Jammu Kashmir has embraced since 2019. Peace, prosperity and enabling conditions have made the UT a destination for world-class events. Its dream realised at last, as after seven decades, J&K claims its rightful place on the global stage, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Jammu Marathon at MA Stadium, Jammu.

NEW DELHI, Mar 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to reduce their sugar intake and cut down on cooking oil by 10 per cent, saying such small efforts will keep people away from obesity and lifestyle diseases. In his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Modi said many people have commented on Instagram content creator Yuvraj Duas post, in which he had requested the prime minister to ask his father to reduce his sugar intake. I am [] The post Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi urges peopl

SRINAGAR, Mar 29: Three soldiers were injured in a fratricide incident in Jammu and Kashmirs Kuwpara district, officials said here on Sunday. A soldier allegedly opened fire on his colleagues at an army camp in the Trehgam area on Saturday night, they said. The officials said three soldiers were injured in the incident before the erring jawan was overpowered. The injured soldiers are undergoing treatment at a local military hospital, they said, adding that further details of the incident are []

New Delhi, Mar 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed Jammu and Kashmirs emergence as a hub for sporting excellence, congratulating the regions cricket team on clinching their maiden Ranji Trophy title. Addressing the nation on Sunday during the 132nd episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister reflected on J-Ks historic victory in the Ranji Trophy final in Hubballi, where the Paras Dogra-led side defeated Karnataka to lift their first domestic crown. Towar

SRINAGAR, Mar 29: Fresh snowfall in many areas of the higher reaches of Kashmir has led to the closure of two national highways, while rains lashed the plains of the valley, the meteorological department said on Sunday. Under the influence of a western disturbance, the higher reaches, including Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Yousmarg, Gurez, Razdan Top, and Sonamarg-Zojila Axis, received light to moderate snowfall overnight, officials said. The fresh snowfall led to the closure of the Srinagar-Leh national

JAMMU, Mar 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted Indias recent sporting achievements with a strong focus on Jammu and Kashmir, stating that the region is emerging as a hub of sporting talent. Speaking during his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, he said Team Indias victory in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup was a proud moment for the nation, while Jammu and Kashmirs maiden Ranji Trophy win marked a historic milestone. Referring to the Ranji final played [] The post PM Applauds J&

New Delhi, Mar 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed gratitude towards Gulf nations for assistance to Indians residing there amid the West Asia conflict and noted that India is facing the global fuel crisis resolutely. In the 132nd episode of his radio show Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi asked political parties and citizens not to politicise the West Asia conflict and avoid spreading rumours. Noting the global turbulence amid the conflict between US-Israel and Iran, he said, The [] The pos

DUBAI, Mar 29: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels entered the monthlong war in the Middle East on Saturday, claiming two missile launches at Israel. About 2,500 US marines arrived in the region. And Pakistans government said regional powers plan to meet Sunday to discuss how to end the fighting. The war has threatened global supplies of oil and natural gas, sparked fertiliser shortages and disrupted air travel. Irans grip on the strategic Strait of Hormuz has shaken markets and prices. The United [] T

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NEW DELHI, Mar 29: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Sunday recalled that in June 2010, as the then environment minister, he had written to the then-Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi, calling for conservation efforts to revive the Great Indian Bustard population in the grasslands of Kutch. As usual, all credit is being given to the PM for the initiative to protect the Great Indian Bustard in Gujarat. It is being put out that he thought of this idea in 2011, [] The post Wrote To Then-Gujarat CM

JAMMU, Mar 29: Braving incessant rain, thousands of enthusiastic runners took part in Jammus first-ever international marathon, flagged off by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also joined the participants, here on Sunday. The marathon started at sunrise from the M A Stadium, featuring three race categories, including Half Marathon (21 km), 10 km Fitness Run, and 5 km Fun Run. A total prize pool of Rs 1.33 Crore will be distributed among the winners. The event blended fitness with entertainment

Bandipora, Mar 29: Vehicular movement on the 85-kilometre-long Bandipora-Gurez road has been suspended as a precautionary measure, as fresh snowfall continues to blanket the higher reaches of Bandipora district, including Gurez and Tulail. Accordign to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), widespread light-to-moderate snowfall and rain are expected from March 28-31 over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad, with isolated heavy snow likely on March 30 over the Kashmir Valley. A

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Mar 28: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Saturday presented 93 awards, including 52 individual honours and 41 unit citations, to Army personnel in recognition of exceptional courage and distinguished service at the Northern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 held here. The awards acknowledged acts of extraordinary valour in counter-insurgency operations, high-altitude deployments and sensitive border missions across Jammu and Kashmir, L

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: Galgotias University has steadily evolved over the years as a growing contributor to technology-focused education in India and its recent recognition in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026 by subject (Computer Science and Information Systems) reflects this ongoing journey. The ranking is not just a milestone, but a result of decades of consistent effort toward building a strong academic and research ecosystem. In the 2026 rankings,

Excelsior Correspondent RAMGARH, Mar 28: Reaffirming its commitment to delivering quality healthcare to the people of the Jammu region, a free urology screening camp organized by the Fortis Escorts Hospital, Amritsar, in association with SIBA Foundation, was held at Dera Swami Shingara Giri Ji Maharaj, Palouta Sahib, Ramgarh. The camp was led by renowned urologist Dr Manbir Singh, who, along with his team, provided consultations and screenings to a large number of patients. Around 300 patients b

K.Kumar, Akshat Dogra Situated in the Jammu division of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Udhampur District is a land where history and mythology blend with breathtaking landscapes and ancient culture. While the district is known for its scenic beauty and pilgrim trails, it is equally rich in historic and heritage sites that reflect centuries of architectural craftsmanship, religious devotion, and strategic importance. From ancient temple complexes predating the medieval era to majestic

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Prakash Premi Folk literature is the living expression of a communitys collective mind and memory, shaped and preserved not in books but in voices, gestures, and shared experiences. It includes folk songs, folktales, ballads, proverbs, riddles, and devotional compositions, passed from one generation to the next through oral tradition. It is spontaneous, fluid, and deeply rooted in everyday life. In regions like Duggar, folk literature finds its most natural expression in fairs, festivals, season

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Mar 28: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant today inaugurated the newly constructed District Court Complex at Melong Thang in Leh, marking a major boost to judicial infrastructure in the Union Territory of Ladakh. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO The function was attended by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Justice Arun Palli, along with Justice Sindhu Sharma and other senior judicial office

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Mar 28: District Police Reasi today carried out attachment proceedings against the property of a LeT terrorist in the Mahore Sub-division. The property belonging to LeT terrorist Mohd Qasim, son of Late Mohd Shafi, linked with the banned terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba, was formally attached under Section 25 of the UAPA. The action was carried out in the presence of local residents and family members to ensure transparency and adherence to due legal procedure. The

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs today appointed six Advocates as Law Officers in the Jammu and Srinagar Wings of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. As per the order, Advocate Meharban Singh has been appointed as Additional Advocate General, Advocate Meenakshi Slathia as Deputy Advocate General and Anishwar Chatterji Koul as Government Advocate in the Jammu Wing of the High Court. Similarly, Advocate Shabaz Sikandar Mir has be

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 28: A policeman was injured when the gun of his colleague accidentally went off at district police office in Jammu and Kashmirs Shopian on Friday, officials said here. Constable Ashiq Hussain, working as canteen boy, sustained bullet injury in his lower abdomen due to accidental discharge from another policemans rifle in the canteen, the officials said. They said Hussain was admitted to 92 Base Hospital of the Army here. The post Cop injured in accidental fi

MUMBAI, Mar 28: A robust Mumbai Indians outfit will begin their bid to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League when they take on a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders in their tournament opener here on Sunday. It has been a while since Mumbai Indians, the joint most successful team in the IPL, laid their hands on a trophy which they claimed five times between 2013-2020. Last year, the Hardik Pandya-led side finished third after losing to runners-up [] The post All-round Mumbai Indi

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: The Hockey J&K UT Men Championship entered its decisive stage on Day 5 at the KK Hakku Hockey Stadium, Jammu, with Jammu North and J&K Police storming into the finals after commanding semifinal victories. The championship has drawn participation from 17 teams across the Union Territory. In the first semifinal, Jammu North dominated Poonch with a convincing 6-0 win. Jotveer Singh (No. 2) netted two field goals in the 16th and 31st minutes. Captain []

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: Ishmeet Singh and Kumaresh A were leading the field with five points each after five rounds in the ongoing International Rating Chess Fiesta at International Delhi Public School (IDPS), Junior Wing Extension, C Sainik Colony. Close on their heels were Akshat Negi and Maxim Singh with 4.5 points, while nine other players remained in contention with four points each. With four rounds still to be played, the tournament has entered an exciting phase, esp

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 28: The Annual Sports Meet 2026 of the J&K High Court Bar Association Jammu commenced today at a positive note in which the spirit of sportsmanship was showcased by the advocates from all the 10 district of Jammu province. The sports meet was inaugurated by president of Bar Association Nirmal K Kotwal (Senior Advocate) along with general secretary Pardeep Manjotra, joint secretary Anshu Mahajan and treasurer Rahul Aggarwal. On day one of the tournament,

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 28: Sopore Police today organized the grand finale of sports activities under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025-26, marking the successful culmination of a series of youth-centric sporting events conducted across Police District Sopore. DIG North Kashmir Range, Maqsood-ul-Zaman, was the chief guest on the occasion. The event was attended by SSP Sopore Iftkhar Talib, other senior officers of police and civil administration, members of civil society

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SAMBA, Mar 28: Samba Police organized a volleyball tournament under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025-2026 at Government Higher Secondary School Kharra Madana, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Samba. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from five teams from across the district and drew a large number of local spectators, reflecting strong community engagement and sporting spirit. In the final match, village Madana team clinched th