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New Delhi, Jan 21: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said setting up of additional trial courts will make the judicial system robust as the accused will not be needed to come to the apex court for reliefs like bail or expeditious hearing in criminal cases. The top court on January 6 had asked the Centre and the Delhi government to consider setting up a special court to conduct a day-to-day trial in a 2021 case probed by the National Investigation [] The post Additional Special Trial Courts Will Mak

Prayagraj, Jan 21: An Indian Air Force training aircraft crashed into a pond near the KP College ground in the George Town area here on Wednesday, officials said. Deputy Commissioner of Police (City) Manish Shandilya told PTI that the pilot managed to eject safely and there were no reports of any casualties or damage to civilian property. He said the training aircraft crashed after its engine developed a sudden technical snag. Authorities cordoned off the area, and further investigation into []

LUCKNOW, Jan 21: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday said that people repose deep faith in the electoral process with the expectation that their elected representatives will take their problems, difficulties and challenges to the legislature and work towards resolving them. Addressing the concluding session of the 86th All India Presiding Officers Conference and the 62nd Conference of Secretaries of Legislative Bodies here, Birla said the legislature is the forum through which the voice of t

NEW DELHI, Jan 21: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved continuation of governments flagship Atal Pension Yojana (APY) up to financial year 2030-31 along with extension of funding support for promotional and developmental activities and gap funding. APY was launched on May 9, 2015 with the objective of providing old-age income security to workers in the unorganised sector. As of January 19, 2026, over 8.66 crore subscribers have been enrolled under APY. The scheme will continue up to 2030-31

New Delhi : (Jan 21) India continues to stand out as a key growth market, Mahindra Group managing director and chief executive officer Anish Shah told Moneycontrol at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. Perception on India is continuously very positive because India is a bright spot from a growth standpoint, Shah said, adding the country is likely to remain a major growth destination for companies worldwide. Shah said global trade conditions will play a critical role in [] The post India co

Srinagar, Jan 21: The minimum temperature improved at most places across Kashmir, even as the prolonged dry spell in the plains of the Valley is likely to end with the Meteorological Department forecasting spells of wet weather, including widespread snowfall for the upcoming week, officials said on Wednesday. Two strong western disturbances are likely to affect Jammu and Kashmir this week, with the first one making its impact on Thursday, and another on January 26, the officials said. Under the

CHENNAI, Jan 21: Months after walking out of the NDA, TTV Dhinakaran-led AMMK on Wednesday returned to the AIADMK-led bloc in Tamil Nadu. Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) founder-leader Dhinakaran met senior BJP leader and Union Minister Piyush Goyal and was formally re-inducted into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, whose party leads the NDA in the state, welcomed Dhinakaran. The Dr Anbumani Ramadoss-led faction of PMK on January 7 joined the NDA i

New Delhi, Jan 21: Against the backdrop of opposition parties questioning the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday asserted that a pure voters list is the key to strengthening democracy. Addressing the inaugural session of an international conference of election management bodies here, he also highlighted that not one complaint was filed challenging inclusion or exclusion of electors during the roll revision exercise in Bihar last

New Dehi, Jan 21: Union Minister Manohar Lal on Wednesday said cost-reflective tariff concept to reduce discoms losses is introduced in Electricity Amendment Bill, which is likely to come up for discussion and passage in the forthcoming Budget Session. The cost-reflective tariff assumes significance in view of the long history of debt-ridden and loss-making power distribution companies (discoms) in the country. Addressing the first annual conference of All India Discoms Association (AIDA), EDICO

Jammu, Jan 21: House Listing Operations (HLO) will be conducted across Jammu and Kashmir from June 1 to 30 as part of the upcoming census exercise, with self-enumeration commencing 15 days prior, officials said on Wednesday. The schedule was decided by the Union Territory Level Census Coordination Committee, which met here on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, they said, adding that the government will issue the requisite notification by January 31. To facilitate smoo

New Delhi : (Jan 21) With India refusing to budge on the Indus Waters Treaty suspension, concern is mounting in Pakistan. Islamabad has now said that Indias move has triggered an unprecedented crisis for its water security and poses risks to regional stability. Usman Jadoon, Pakistans United Nations representative, described Indias decision as weaponisation of water and claimed that New Delhis actions breach the landmark 1960 treaty brokered by the global body. India held the treaty in abeyance

JAMMU, Jan 21: Following her promotion to the Super Time Scale (Level-14) by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, Rehana Batul, IAS (AGMUT:2010), has been designated as Director General, Jammu and Kashmir Institute for Management, Public Administration and Rural Development. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Rehana Batul Promoted, Designated Director General JKIMPARD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

New Delhi, Jan 21: Gold futures soared by Rs 7,774 to scale an all-time high of Rs 1,58,339 per 10 grams on Wednesday, as global prices breached the USD 4,800 per ounce-level amid sustained demand for the safe-haven assets. Rallying for the third straight day, the yellow metal futures for February delivery climbed by Rs 7,774, or 5.16 per cent, to touch a record of Rs 1,58,339 per 10 grams on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). On Tuesday, the yellow [] The post Gold Futures Hit Record Rs 1.58 L

KURUKSHETRA, Jan 21: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived here on Wednesday to address a training camp for the partys district unit presidents from Haryana and Uttarakhand. The camp for the District Congress Committee (DCC) chiefs is being held here from January 13 to 22. After landing in Ambala, Gandhi, who is the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, headed to Kurukshetra by road. Senior leaders, including Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Kumari Selja, Randeep Singh Surjewala, Haryana Congress chie

NEW DELHI (Jan 21) : The government is likely to commit around Rs 12,511 crore to set up a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for developing a regional transport aircraft, with the bulk of the money earmarked for certification, testing and infrastructure rather than just design, government. The cost structure shows that regulatory approvals and technical validation will take a major share of the total spending, reflecting the complexity of building a civil aircraft, they said. Moneycontrol has review

DAVOS: (Jan 21) The Adani Group on Wednesday outlined a USD 66 billion investment blueprint for Maharashtra, spanning aviation, clean energy, urban infrastructure, digital platforms and advanced manufacturing, as it positioned itself as a long-term partner in the states infrastructure-led growth agenda. Presenting its plans at the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, the conglomerate said the portfolio reflects a shift towards building integrated, future-ready platforms align

NEW DELHI: (Jan 21) KPI Green Energy on Wednesday posted nearly 48 per cent growth in net profit at Rs 125.80 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, on account of revenues. a net profit of Rs 85.15 crore in the October-December period of the preceding 2024- ar, the company said in a regulatory filing. s total income rose to Rs 676.05 crore, from Rs 466.09 crore in the same quarter a surged to Rs 508.66 crore in the [] The post KPI Green Energy Q3 net profit grows 48 pc to Rs 126 cr appea

BHUBANESWAR (ODISHA) [INDIA]: January 21: AcreRise, one of Odishas most future-focused real estate developers, has been conferred the Real Estate Developer of the Year at the Times Business Awards-2026, reaffirming the brands leadership in transparency-driven, design-led, and compliant urban development. The recognition comes at a pivotal moment as Bhubaneswar enters its next phase of infrastructure-led growth. Founded by Sashikant Barik and Sheikh Mairajul Haque, AcreRise has positioned itself

MUMBAI: January 21, 2026 Stories of philosophy, artistry, and engineering converged as Titan Watches opened the doors to the Titan Chambers of Time at the India Watch Weekend (IWW) 2026. Across two days, the India Watch Weekend convened global and Indian watchmaking voices from established maisons to industry institutions and collectors fostering discovery, dialogue and shared experiences. Within this setting, Chambers of Time was conceived as a declaration of intent, articulated through a muse

NEW DELHI: (Jan 21) Drug maker Lupin on Wednesday said its subsidiary, Lupin Atlantis Holdings SA (LAHSA), has inked a licence and supply agreement with Galenicum Health for diabetes and weight management medication. Lupin Atlantis Holdings SA (LAHSA) has entered into a partnership with Galenicum for finished formulations of injectable Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. As per the agreement, Galenicum will oversee development, manufacturing, and supply, while Lupin will handle regulatory sub

JAMMU, Jan 21: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has reconstituted the Establishment-cum-Selection Committee with effect from January 20, 2026. As per an order issued by the General Administration Department, the committee will be chaired by the Chief Secretary, J&K, with Financial Commissioners of Jal Shakti and Tourism departments, Principal Secretary Finance, Commissioner/Secretary General Administration Department, and Secretary Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs as members. See Order

Chandigarh, Jan 21: Punjab Police on Wednesday said it has unearthed a cross-border illegal arms module linked to Pakistan-based smugglers with the arrest of two persons. The Amritsar Commissionerate Police also recovered six sophisticated pistols (two Glock, four .30 bore) along with two cartridges, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said. The arrested accused were involved in illegal arms trafficking and supplying weapons to gangsters under directions of foreign handlers, Yadav said in a

Thane, Jan 21: Police have registered a case against the director of an educational consultancy and his three associates for allegedly cheating a Thane resident of Rs 15.39 lakh under the pretext of facilitating his sons medical education in Russia, an official said on Wednesday. The victim, a resident of Dombivli in Maharashtras Thane district, had sought the consultancys help to secure admission for his son at a university in Russia for a six-year medical degree course. The accused contacted [

New Delhi, Jan 21: The famed Amrit Udyan of the Rashtrapati Bhavan will open for public viewing from February 3 to March 31, 2026, the presidents secretariat announced on Wednesday. People can visit the garden six days a week between 10 am and 6 pm (last entry 5.15 pm). The garden will remain closed on Mondays, which are maintenance days and on March 4 on account of Holi. The Amrit Udyan of Rashtrapati Bhavan will open for public viewing from [] The post Rashtrapati Bhavans Amrit Udyan Open For

JAMMU, Jan 21: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered a time-bound inquiry into allegations against three officials of the Designs, Inspections and Control Department, Jammu. As per an order issued by the Public Works (R&B) Department, Rajesh Kumar Gupta, Engineer-in-Chief, has been appointed as the Inquiry Officer to conduct a comprehensive probe into the allegations against Pankaj Gupta, Junior Assistant, and Kewal Krishan and Ashok Raina, both Senior Assistants. The inquiry officer h

New Delhi, Jan 20: A new Lancet Commission report outlines a path for a rights-based, citizen-centred health system for India involving innovative financing, regulation and community engagement that delivers accessible, equitable and high-quality care. Aligning with the countrys broader vision of Viksit Bharat, a developed and inclusive nation by 2047, the reforms described in the report promote community participation, transparency and equity key principles of Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

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Kathmandu, Jan 21: Four ministers, part of the Cabinet led by caretaker Prime Minister Sushila Karki, have filed their nominations to contest the March 5 general elections in Nepal after resigning from their posts. Science and Education Minister Mahabir Pun has filed his nomination from Myagdi district, after he quit on Tuesday to contest the parliamentary election as an independent candidate. On Monday, Communication Minister Jagadish Kharel and Sports Minister Bablu Gupta had quit the minister

New York/Washington, Jan 21: US President Donald Trumps plane, Air Force One, on the way to Switzerland for the World Economic Forum had to return to Joint Base Andrews near Washington DC after a minor electrical issue was detected onboard. After takeoff, the crew of Air Force One identified a minor electrical issue and, out of an abundance of caution, the plane was turned around, landing at Joint Base Andrews, according to information provided by reporters onboard the aircraft. Trump [] The pos

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NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Jan 21: US President Donald Trump touted ending the conflict between India and Pakistan as among the accomplishments of the first year of his second term in the White House, saying the two countries were going to go nuclear in his opinion, and that he saved millions of lives by stopping the war. Trump said he ended eight unendable wars in 10 months. These were unendable wars Cambodia and Thailand fighting for years, Kosovo and Serbia, the [] The post India, Pak Were Going T

Doda, Jan 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Higher Education Department has ordered a formal inquiry into the alleged suicide of a student of Government Degree College Doda, even as a faculty member has been placed under suspension pending the outcome of the probe. According to an official government order issued by the Higher Education Department, a three-member committee has been constituted to inquire into the incident of reported suicide committed on January 16, 2026, by a student identified as Ms [

Pawan Sharma pawanjk2014@gmail.com A nation is not merely a collection of geographical boundaries. It is a living construct shaped by shared history, cultural continuity, constitutional values, collective consciousness, and aspirations for a common future. When a nation achieves clarity about its identity, sovereignty, and unity, its policies inevitably reflect that clarity. In recent years, India has demonstrated such resolve with increasing consistency-most notably in its approach toward Jammu

Shiban Khaibri shibankhaibri@gmail.com Tambourine or Dafli, we know, is played at, only on occasions of joy, merry making, singing hymns, patriotic events and the like. We still proudly relish the famous patriotic song Hum uss desh kay vasie hain, jis desh main Ganga behtee hai from the famous movie -Jis desh main Ganga behtee hai where, while singing this song, as shown on the screen, Raj Kapoor was playing at the Dafli. It is another thing that many years later, [] The post Shaming the Dafli i

Prof. Virender Koundal virender_koundal@rediffmail.com The recent statement by the Chief Minister regarding the proposed National Law University (NLU) in Jammu and Kashmir has once again stirred a long-standing and deeply emotional debate in the Jammu region. When media persons asked about the controversy surrounding the decision to establish the NLU in the Kashmir province, the Chief Minister responded that there was no controversy at all. He further questioned why people did not raise their vo

MOSCOW, Jan 20: Russia and India have preliminary agreements on the purchase and localisation of Russian-made passenger aircraft SJ-100 and negotiations are ongoing, Russian Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Gennady Abramenkov told Sputnik on Tuesday. There is a preliminary agreement with partners on the possibility of purchase, with the subsequent localised production of this type of aircraft on Indian territory. At the moment, negotiations are underway, Sputnik quoted Abramenkov as saying

LUCKNOW, Jan 20: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday emphasised the need for healthy competition among state legislatures on parameters such as excellence, innovation and use of technology. He was addressing the participants on the second day of the 86th All India Presiding Officers Conference (AIPOC) at the Vidhan Mandap, which is the venue for the conference. Recalling the discussions held during the AIPOC at Dehradun in 2019, he reiterated his long-standing views on improving the efficiency

*Ladakh has emerged as Indias hub for winter sports: LG Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 20: The 6th Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 was formally inaugurated today at the NDS Stadium Ice Hockey Rink in Leh, marking another significant milestone in Ladakhs emergence as a premier winter sports destination. The Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Kavindra Gupta, officially inaugurated the Games and extended his best wishes to all participating athletes. He encouraged them to perfo

PM lists achievements of 11 years *Cong won 400 seats in 1984, now yearning to cross 100 NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated Nitin Nabin on his election as the BJP national president and declared that the young leader will be his boss in matters related to the party. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a gathering at the party headquarters here, Modi described 45-year-old Nabin as a millennial with youthful energy and vast [] The post Nitin N

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 20: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting of the High Powered Committee (HPC) of NABARD to review the progress and achievements under various tranches of the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) and to assess new projects proposed under RIDF XXXI (2025-26) across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works (R&B); Principal Secretary

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 20: In a major initiative aimed at strengthening the Basmati rice value chain and enhancing farmers income, the Jammu and Kashmir Horticulture Produce Marketing Corporation (JKHPMC), today signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Sarveshwar Foods Ltd, for the development of Basmati Rice Clusters in the districts of Jammu, Samba and Kathua. The agreement was formally signed by Mohammad Farooq Dar, Managing Director, JKHPMC and Dr Gayatri Tandon, Project Head,

Mission to protect soul of every City Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Jan 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that the newly redeveloped Amira Kadal pedestrian bridge aims to blend the citys heritage with modern amenities to create a vibrant space. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking to reporters after inaugurating the revamped pedestrian bridge, the LG said the project, undertaken under the Srinagar Smart City, seeks to create cultural and vibrant public spaces

NAGPUR, Jan 20: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav would want the attacking batter in him to front up and bolster his leadership against New Zealand when the five-match T20I series gets underway here on Wednesday, serving as a final dress rehearsal for Indias World Cup title defence in less than three weeks time. Since Suryakumar took over as Indias T20 skipper in 2024, the results have been stunningly good with a winning percentage of more than 72 per cent. It papered over [] The post 1st T20I: Captain S

BEIJING, Jan 20: China on Tuesday urged the Taliban interim government in Afghanistan to take effective measures to ensure the safety of its nationals, projects and institutions after a deadly explosion at a Chinese restaurant in Kabul. According to the state-run Xinhua news agency, 20 people were killed in the blast that took place on Monday. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack. One Chinese national was killed, and five others were injured in the explosion, Chinese Forei

NEW DELHI, Jan 20 : Asserting that there is a huge interest in Karnataka governments Beyond Bengaluru campaign, the states senior minister MB Patil on Tuesday said his government is developing several other cities to attract investment. Speaking to PTI during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Patil said Karnataka is one of the most progressive states of the country, and the work started way back in the year 2000 under the leadership of the then chief minister SM Krishna, [] The post Huge

NEW DELHI, Jan 20 : Newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Nitin Nabin offered prayers at several prominent temples and gurdwara in Delhi on Tuesday morning before taking charge as the partys 12th national president. Accompanied by BJP leaders, including Delhi unit president Virendra Sachdeva and Delhi ministers Parvesh Sahib Singh and Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Nabin first prayed at the Jhandewalan Temple. He then offered prayers at the Valmiki temple on Mandir Marg, Prachin Hanuman Mandi

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Jan 20: The Director General of Police, Nalin Prabhat, today chaired a comprehensive security review meeting at the District Police Office (DPO), Ganderbal to assess the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness of the district. The meeting was attended by S.J.M. Gillani, Special DGP Coordination, IGP Kashmir Zone V.K. Birdi, DIG Central Kashmir Rajiv Pandey; SSP Ganderbal Khalil Ahmad Poswal, besides GOs, SHOs and DOs of Ganderbal Police. During

Illegal migration into Indias eastern border states, particularly West Bengal, is not a recent phenomenon. It has unfolded steadily over decades, largely unchecked, creating deep demographic, social, and administrative consequences. The most visible impact of sustained illegal migration is the alteration of demographic balance in several border districts. In parts of West Bengal, locals have increasingly found themselves numerically outpaced by illegal migrants, leading to cultural, linguistic,

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Jan 20: To inquire about the health condition of Azeem Akhtar, a 45-year-old woman, who was found tied up in a plastic bag in the Tandwal area of Rajouri district in a shocking and inhuman incident, a team of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP), led by Mamta Dutt, BJP vice president Rajouri, visited the Government Medical College (GMC) Hospital, here today. The team expressed deep concern over her critical health status and extended moral support to the [] The post BB

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Jan 20: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and spokesperson Altaf Thakur today launched a sharp attack on Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti over her demand to grant divisional status to Doda, Rajouri and Poonch, describing it as deeply conspiratorial, divisive and anti-national. In a statement, Thakur alleged that the demand mirrors the long-standing strategy of Pakistans ISI and has nothing to do with development, governance or public wel