LONDON, Nov 23: Pressure is increasing for the former Prince Andrew to give evidence to a US congressional committee investigating the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after Britains prime minister suggested he should testify. Keir Starmer declined to comment directly about King Charles IIIs disgraced younger brother, but told reporters travelling with him for the Group of 20 summit in Johannesburg that, as a general principle, people should provide evidence to investigators. I dont comme

GENEVA, Nov 23: Talks between Ukraine and its Western allies on a US-proposed peace plan to end Russias invasion are underway in Geneva, Ukrainian officials said Sunday. The head of the Ukrainian delegation, presidential chief of staff Andrii Yermak, wrote on social media that they held their first meeting with the national security advisers from the UK, France and Germany. The next meeting is with the US delegation. We are in a very constructive mood, Yermak said. We continue [] The post Ukrai

Srinagar, Nov 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday attached immovable property worth approximately Rs 35 lakh, belonging to a drug peddler, in the Budgam district, officials said. A police spokesperson said the property a double-storey house in the Magam area belongs to Hilal Ahmad Mir alias Hilal Galwan, who is accused in an NDPS case. Police have attached immovable property worth Rs 35 lakh (approximately) and a car belonging to the notorious drug peddler, the spokesperson [] The post

New Delhi, Nov 23: For the first time, a total of seven limestone blocks will be put up for auction in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir on Monday. It is also the first mining block auction taking place in the Union Territory since reforms, signalling a shift toward transparency, competitiveness, and sustainable development in the mineral sector, the mines ministry said in a statement. The blocks, covering approximately 314 hectares, have been identified across the districts of Anantnag, []

NEW DELHI, Nov 23 : Addressing the 9th Convocation of the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) here today, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh observed that the i-PhD program launched by AcSIR in 2023 is a novel academic concept linking imagination and innovation with industry. AcSIR, though barely over a decade young, has emerged as one

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: OYO parent PRISM-backed OYO Assets has raised Rs 125 crore in a fresh funding round from a clutch of institutional and private investors led by InCred, according to sources. OYO Assets, also known as Sunday PropTech, is focused on acquiring and developing hotels in India across premium and mid-premium segments. The equity infusion will enable OYO Assets (Sunday PropTech) to expand its presence in key leisure and business destinations and enhance its asset management capabilit

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Maricos digital brands have crossed the Rs 1,000 crore annual recurring revenue mark, and the FMCG major expects food & premium personal care to contribute 25 per cent of its India revenue, its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Saugata Gupta said. Maricos digital brands including Studio X, Pure Sense, Beardo, and True Elements have a diversified portfolio, ranging from premium personal care products to food, and are on a high growth momentum [] The post Maricos

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Nemetschek Group has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Madras to establish a platinum membership research partnership under the Centre of Excellence Technologies for Low-Carbon and Lean Construction (TCL2). TLC2 is a research initiative of IIT Madras focused on developing and implementing innovative solutions to make the construction industry more sustainable. It aims to minimize waste, reduce the carbon footprint and foster efficiency in th

SARAJEVO (Bosnia-Herzegovina), Nov 23: Voters in the Serb-run part of Bosnia cast ballots on Sunday to elect a new president after former pro-Russian leader Milorad Dodik was removed from office over separatist policies that were stoking instability in the ethnically tense Balkan nation. Dodik was ousted in August when a Bosnian court convicted him of disobeying the orders of the international High Representative for Bosnia, sentenced him to a year in prison and banned him from holding any publ

CAIRO, Nov 23: A Houthi-controlled court in Yemens capital convicted 17 people of spying for foreign governments and sentenced them to death in the latest development in a years-long Houthi crackdown on local staff from foreign agencies. The Specialised Criminal Court in Sanaa handed down the verdict on Saturday, according to the Houthi-run SABA news agency. The people convicted were part of espionage cells within a spy network affiliated with the American, Israeli and Saudi intelligence, said

MOSCOW, Nov 23: Russian State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin on Sunday lauded Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birlas contribution to strengthening India-Russia cooperation as he extended birthday greetings to the Indian leader. The State Duma is the lower house of Russias parliament. In a congratulatory message posted on the State Duma website, Volodin said, State Duma deputies highly value your contribution to the development of inter-parliamentary cooperation and the especially privileged strategic par

BEIJING, Nov 23: A documentary made by an Indian academic from IIT Chennai tracing the history of a group of Chinese convicts brought by the British to Udhagamandalam in Tamil Nadu in the 18th century to cultivate Cinchona plantations was screened in Chinese universities here. Joe Thomas Karackattu, Associate Professor working at the IIT Chennai said the documentary titled Those 4 Years was shown in Hong Kong and elsewhere previously but it was the first time screened in China. It [] The post Do

COLOMBO, Nov 23: Accusing the NPP Government of failing to deliver on its pre-election promises, Sri Lankas opposition party, led by former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, has warned that it would move to topple the administration at the first opportunity. Since sweeping the 2024 elections, the National Peoples Power (NPP), led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has pursued cases against members of the previous Rajapaksa administration. Several have been jailed or granted bail on corruption ch

Lucknow, Nov 23: The Bhagavad Gita provides timeless guidance for a world struggling with moral confusion, conflict and the lack of peace, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Sunday. Addressing the Gita Prerna Mahotsav here, Bhagwat said the purpose of the event was not merely ceremonial, but to inspire people to live the Gita. We are here because the Gita has to be lived, not just recited. Its 700 slokas must be read, contemplated and applied in our daily lives, [] The post Gita Offers Answers For

Sydney, Nov 23: A fluent Lakshya Sen ended a difficult stretch on the international circuit by clinching his first title of the 2025 season, defeating Japans Yushi Tanaka in the Australian Open mens singles final, here Sunday. The 24-year-old from Almora, enduring a tough phase after finishing fourth at the Paris Olympics, capped a resurgent week with a commanding 21-15 21-11 win over 26-year-old Tanaka. Emerging champion after a 38-minute final of the USD 475,000 Super 500 event, the Indian []

SAO PAULO, Nov 23: Simone Guimaraes, a retired 52-year-old teacher in Rio de Janeiro, lost at least five relatives to COVID-19: her husband, sister, two brothers-in-law and the godfather of her grandchild. She also lost friends and neighbours. She woke to the news on Saturday that Brazils Supreme Court ordered the preemptive arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro, whom she blames for her losses. A judge claimed Bolsonaro was intent on escaping days before he was set to begin [] The post Bols

Johannesburg, Nov 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the sidelines of the G20 Summit here and the two leaders discussed cooperation in various areas, including trade, investment, mining, critical minerals, AI and food security. PM @narendramodi held a warm and productive meeting with President @CyrilRamaphosa of South Africa, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on social media after the meeting. He said the discu

New Delhi, Nov 23: The Union Home Ministry Sunday said no final decision has been taken on the proposal to simplify law-making in Chandigarh, asserting that it does not aim to change traditional arrangements between the Union territory and Punjab and Haryana. Chandigarh is the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. The proposal only to simplify the central governments law-making process for the Union territory of Chandigarh is still under consideration with the central government. No final decisio

New Delhi, Nov 23: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Kaliyar said that the large-scale combat readiness exercise Ram Prahar has been designed to strengthen Indias response mechanism in the event of any hostile act by the enemy. Addressing a press conference, Lt Gen Kaliyar said the Army had already caused significant damage to the adversary during Operation Sindoor, and preparations under the new exercise were aimed at ensuring a much stronger counter-actio

Puttaparthi (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 23: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Sunday said the life and legacy of late spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba continues to inspire millions and millions across the world because of his great preachings. In todays global environment marked by uncertainty, conflict and stress, Babas teachings have become more relevant than ever, he said. In his address at the birth centenary celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba, he further said the Guru taught eternal values of

Champawat (UKD), Nov 23: About 160 gelatin sticks were found hidden in bushes near a school in Almora district of Uttarakhand, police said on Sunday. Preliminary investigations have ruled out any terrorist links and it appears that the explosive were left behind by a contractor during construction of a road, Almora Senior Superintendent of Police Devendra Pincha said. The incident came to light on November 21, when Subhash Singh, acting principal of the Government Higher Secondary School, Dabhra

New Delhi/Srinagar, Nov 23: The atmosphere in the police interrogation room at Srinagar is tense but a Haryana preacher detained in connection with a white-collar terror module remains focused on unpaid rent from arrested doctors. Maulvi Ishtiyaq, the religious preacher from Mewat in Haryana, was picked up by Jammu and Kashmir Police after the recovery of 2,500 kg of explosive material, including ammonium nitrate, potassium chlorate, and sulphur, from his rented residence located outside Faridab

New Delhi, Nov 23: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuks wife which termed the climate activists detention under the stringent National Security Act as illegal and an arbitrary exercise violating his fundamental rights. The top court had on October 29 sought response of the Centre and the Ladakh administration on the amended plea of Wangchuks wife Gitanjali J Angmo. As per the apex courts cause list of November 24, the plea [] The post SC To Hear On Nov

Jammu, Nov 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting in Jammu to review the overall security situation in the Union Territory and assess ongoing measures to strengthen preparedness. Senior officials, including Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, DGP Nalin Prabhat, Special DG (Coordination) S.J.M. Gillani, , and IG Jammu Zone B.S. Tuti, were present in the meeting. Other top officers from civil and police administration also attended the meeting. According to reports, se

DHAKA, Nov 23: Experts have urged the Bangladesh Government to take immediate action after an earthquake claimed at least 10 lives in the country, warning that a far stronger tremor may lie ahead and that failure to act now could result in greater losses. A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck on Friday morning, causing at least 10 deaths and significant damage to buildings, mostly in central parts of Bangladesh, including the capital Dhaka. Three mild-intensity tremors also rocked the country on []

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Aurobindo Pharma is currently incurring a loss at its China-based facility and expects the plant to achieve break-even by the end of the fiscal year, according to its CFO S Subramanian. The Hyderabad-based drug major remains confident about sustaining its growth momentum and driving value creation across all businesses, he said. China (plant), as on date in the quarter, I will be incurring a loss of around maybe a million dollars, but, probably, we will [] The post Aurobindo

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Multinational aerospace and power systems major Rolls-Royce expects non-Governmental business of its power systems vertical in India to outgrow the traditionally dominant government supplies by 2026-27, according to its top officials. The company, which sells MTU brand of products and solutions in India under its power systems business, is betting big on the boom in power solutions for data centres, semiconductor sites and other institutional backup installations, including f

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Domestic passenger vehicle volumes are likely to grow by around 5 per cent this fiscal, with double-digit growth anticipated in the second half as pent-up demand remains robust even after the festive season, according to Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles MD and CEO Shailesh Chandra. The April-September period this fiscal witnessed a 1.6 per cent year-on-year decline, and it was only the festive period that passenger vehicle sales rebounded in the domestic market. The sales volum

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Flexible packaging and solutions maker UFlex Ltd will invest over Rs 700 crore to expand its packaging film manufacturing line in Dharwad, Karnataka, according to a senior company official. The company will add 54,000 MTPA of new capacity at the plant, bringing its global packaging film capacity to 690,160 MTPA, up from 636,160 MTPA. We plan to invest over Rs 700 crore to expand our packaging film manufacturing line in Dharwad, Karnataka. This project will [] The post UFlex t

SINGAPORE, Nov 23: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Singapore Chapter, is working to empower early-stage startups with the capital, mentorship, networks and global platforms they need to scale, chairperson Anuradha Shroff has said. As we are working in a global business community, we are promoting India-Singapore startup community for long-term prosperity of the youth-led innovative businesses, Shroff told PTI on Saturday after hosting a demo-day innovation demonstration and inve

NEW DELHI, Nov 23: Justice Surya Kant, who has been part of several landmark verdicts and orders on abrogation of Article 370 removing Jammu and Kashmirs special status, Bihar electoral rolls revision and Pegasus spyware case, will on Monday take oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. He will succeed Justice B R Gavai, who demits office this evening. Justice Kant was appointed as the next CJI on October 30 and will remain in the post for nearly 15 [] The post Justice Surya Kant To Take Oath On

JERUSALEM, Nov 23: The guidelines for the Rs 25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission (EPM) are likely to be released from next week, detailing its components and benefits for the industry, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said. The government, on November 12, approved the EPM with an outlay of Rs 25,060 crore for six financial years, beginning 2025-26, to help exporters deal with high tariffs imposed by the US. The mission will be implemented through two sub-schemes Niryat Protsahan [

LUCKNOW, Nov 23: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday expressed hope that the restoration of the dharma dhwaja in Ayodhya will usher in a new era of happiness, peace, and prosperity in the state. The dharma dhwaja will be installed in a grand ceremony in Ayodhya on November 25 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a post on his official website, Adityanath said, On November 25, 2025, the name of Shri Ayodhya Dham will [] The post Lets build a new UP inspired

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Nov 23: The mortal remains of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who was killed during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show, were flown to Coimbatore on Sunday. Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G Giriyappanavar laid a wreath and paid tributes to Sayal at the Air Force Station in neighbouring Sulur. Syal, who hailed from Himachal Pradesh, was killed on Friday (November 21) after the indigenous multi-role Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), Tejas, crashed during the aerial d

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Srinagar, Nov 23: Temperatures across Kashmir plummeted sharply on Saturday night, with most parts of the Kashmir, slipping well below freezing, intensifying the ongoing cold wave. Srinagar registered a minimum temperature of -2.8C, making it one of the coldest nights of the season so far. In south Kashmir, widespread frost was reported as Pahalgam and Konibal both touched -3.5C. Shopian remained the coldest location with -4.7C, closely followed by Pulwama at -4.4C and Bandipora at -3.2C. Severa

JAMMU, Nov 22: A targeted strategy is needed to convert the rising pilgrim footfall in Jammu into longer tourist stays by promoting the regions wider leisure, heritage, adventure and spiritual attractions beyond the main pilgrimage route, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has said. He stressed on proactive use of digital platforms and social media, including collaboration with influencers, to expand outreach and attract national as well as international tourists. Dulloo was chairing a meeting to revie

GUWAHATI, Nov 22: Temba Bavuma paid price for his momentary indiscretion while Tristan Stubbs fell prey to Kuldeep Yadavs guile as bowlers put India on top in the second Test, reducing South Africa to 247 for six on an attritional opening days cricket, here. It was a track with a difference where survival, unlike Kolkata, wasnt difficult but at the same time, it wasnt a belter either where a team could just race away with a flurry of boundaries. The [] The post Bowlers give India upper-hand, Sou

PUTTAPARTHI (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 22 : Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday said India stands at the threshold of an unprecedented transformation and asserted that the world is turning to the country for solutions rather than the other way around. Addressing the 44th convocation of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) at Puttaparthi in the Sri Sathya Sai district, he credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this shift. Instead of India listening to the world, the []

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 22: Acknowledging the impact of rising geopolitical and geo-economic competition, a Declaration adopted at the G20 Leaders Summit here on Saturday confirmed that solidarity, equality and sustainability are key pillars of inclusive growth. Energy security, climate action and disaster resilience and response too was prominently mentioned in the text of the Declaration that was adopted by the heads of state attending the Summit by consensus despite US attempts to stop it. We under

Arvind calls for strengthening booth-level structure Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 22: BJP JK UT president and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma emphasized the need for disciplined organisational functioning and effective communication with the public. Sat Sharma, while addressing an organisational review meeting in the Talab Tillo area of Jammu West constituency held under the leadership of MLA Arvind Gupta, urged Karyakartas to intensify their presence at the booth level, saying, Our strength

Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com Social life in the villages of Duggar has always been unique, vibrant and deeply rooted in collective traditions. Although modernity and urbanization have crept in during the past few decades and changed many aspects of rural life, there is still much in these villages that is lacking in the cities. The simple charm of human relationships, the warmth of hospitality, the willingness to stand together in times of joy and sorrow and the readiness to help one

The Lieutenant Governors assertion that Jammu and Kashmir is steadily emerging as an investment-ready, competitive destination reflects a decisive shift in the Union Territorys development paradigm. Over the past decade, massive investments in industrial infrastructure, road connectivity and economic reforms have laid the foundation for growth. Yet, until now, a critical pillar of modern economic competitiveness-efficient logistics handling-remained underdeveloped. With the imminent launch of th

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 22: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) today celebrated its 64th Raising Day with pride and grandeur at the 15 Battalion, Udhampur. The event was graced by Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Minister of State for Home Affairs, as the chief guest, along with Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (UT); Prateek Sharma, Northern Commander; Nalin Prabhat, DGP Jammu and Kashmir, and other distinguished dignitaries. Bandi Sanjay Kumar paid solemn tribute to ITB

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 22: HCMCT Manipal Hospital, a renowned healthcare provider based in Delhi, today announced the launch of the Manipal Clinic in Srinagar. The clinic will provide access to expert consultations from specialists at HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Delhi, covering oncology, spine care, cardiac sciences, neurology and gastroenterology. Renowned robotic cancer surgery specialist Dr Surender Kumar Dabas will be visiting Srinagar to provide consultations and treatment for pa

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Nov 22: Bank of Baroda (BoB), one of Indias leading public sector banks today hosted the Bank of Baroda Property Expo 2025 Delhi Edition, on 22nd and 23rd November 2025 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi. The Expo underscores Banks commitment to support homebuyers not just as a lender, but as a holistic partner in their home-buying journey. The two-day event brings together around 20 leading developers showcasing wide range of high-quality, approved resi

MUMBAI, Nov 22: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said had India taken an Operation Sindoor-like action after the November 2008 Mumbai terror attack, no one would have dared to target the country again. Speaking at an event at the Gateway of India to mark the coming 17th anniversary of the 26/11 attack, Fadnavis said it was not merely an attack on Taj and Trident hotels. Mumbai is the economic capital of India, and an attack on the city [] The post Had there been Op Sindoo

AMRITSAR, Nov 22 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday invited people to take part in the events from November 23 to 25 here to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. We humbly invite you to join events being organised from November 23 to 25, dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji, the protector of humanity, at Sri Anandpur Sahib, Mann said in a post on X. Meanwhile, Education minister Harjot [] The post Punjab CM invites people t

PATNA, Nov 22: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday asserted that Sushasan (good governance) will remain the focus of the NDA government in the state and criminals will have to leave it. The Home portfolio of Bihar, which CM Nitish Kumar kept with himself all through his nearly 20-year-long tenure, was given on Friday to Choudhary, a BJP leader. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the NDA government transformed Bihar from Jungle Raj to Sushasan. I [] The post

KOCHI (Kerala), Nov 22: Over 5.75 lakh devotees have visited the Sabarimala temple since it opened for the mandala-makaravilakku season on November 16, authorities said on Saturday. A press release from the Information and Public Relations Department said that as of 7 pm on Saturday, more than 5.75 lakh pilgrims had visited the hill shrine. On Saturday alone, 72,845 devotees reached the sannidhanam till 7 pm. While the flow of devotees continues without interruption, all arrangements for smooth