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Udhampur, May 22: The District Administration Udhampur has imposed a strict ban on the movement of heavy vehicles, including trucks, tippers and dumpers, over the Salmey Bridge/Aqueduct citing serious safety concerns and threat to structural integrity. According to an order issued by Additional District Magistrate Udhampur Dr. Umesh Shan under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, the restriction has been enforced following reports from the Executive Engineer, Civil

JAMMU, May 22: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has nominated Justice Sanjay Dhar as the Judicial Nodal Authority for coordination with the Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee headed by Supreme Court Judge Justice Aravind Kumar. According to an order issued by the Office of the Registrar General at Srinagar, the nomination has been made in connection with furnishing information and questionnaires regarding judicial infrastructure assessment pursuant to a communication dated Ma

SAHARANPUR (UP), May 22: Police here have registered a case against Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan and several of her supporters for allegedly obstructing government work, blocking traffic, and violating prohibitory orders during a protest earlier this week, officials said on Friday. SP City Vyom Bindal said the FIR was lodged at Sadar Bazar police station on Thursday based on a complaint filed by sub-inspector Sanjay Kumar Sharma. Apart from Hasan, former state minister Mangeram Kashyap and 20 t

Chandigarh, May 22: A private bus overturned on the Amritsar-Pathankot national highway on Friday, leaving two students dead and five injured, police said. The deceased, both aged around 23, hailed from Jammu, Station House Officer Rajwant Kaur said. The deceased were students of a college in Punjab, she said, adding that around 10 students were among the passengers travelling in the bus. Five injured, including three who sustained head injuries, were shifted to a hospital in Gurdaspur, the offi

NEW DELHI, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the government will launch a smart border project in the next year to make the 6,000 km fronts with Pakistan and Bangladesh impenetrable and ensure that the conspiracy to change the demography of the areas is defeated. Delivering the annual Rustamji Memorial lecture hosted by the Border Security Force (BSF) here, the minister also reiterated that the government will find each and every infiltrator from the country and [] The post In

New Delhi, May 22: Declaring a zero-tolerance policy toward cross-border infiltration, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday announced that the Centre will launch a comprehensive Smart Border project within the year to seal the nations borders and deport every illegal migrant. Addressing the Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the BSF Investiture Ceremony 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, Delhi, Shah asserted that illegal migration is a deliberate conspiracy to engineer artificial demographic shifts

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Centre has extended the tenure of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) chief Anurag Garg till July next year, according to a Personnel Ministry order. Garg, a 1993 batch Indian Police Service officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre, was appointed Director General of the NCB in September 2024. His tenure was to end on May 23 this year. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved extension in Gargs deputation tenure as DG, NCB, beyond May 23, 2026, [] The post Centre Extends

WASHINGTON, May 22: US President Donald Trump cancelled the signing ceremony of his executive order on artificial intelligence regulation, as it would reportedly slow the industrys development in the United States, ABC News Senior White House Correspondent Selina Wang reported. Trump just called off the signing of his AI executive order hours before the Oval Office ceremony. The order was expected to allow the government to vet the most powerful AI models before public release. He scrapped it b

NEW DELHI, May 22: Vedanta Ltd has said that its subsidiary Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd (TSPL) has been held liable to pay approximately Rs 127 crore, plus applicable late payment surcharge, to Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd (PSPCL) following a Supreme Court judgment. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Vedanta said the Supreme Court has set aside the judgment passed by the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL), and has restored the order passed by the Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Co

NEW DELHI, May 22: Fujiyama Power Systems on Friday said it is planning to set up a 1.2 GW TopCon solar cell manufacturing facility at Ratlam, in Madhya Pradesh. Currently, the company operates a 1 GW Mono PERC solar cell manufacturing facility at its Dadri plant, Uttar Pradesh. With the addition of 1.2 GW TopCon capacity at Ratlam, Fujiyama will substantially strengthen its integrated manufacturing capabilities across the solar value chain, the company said in a statement. The commercial operat

NEW DELHI, May 22: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd on Friday said it has received final approval from the US health regulator for its generic version of levothyroxine sodium tablet indicated as a replacement therapy for hypothyroidism. The approval by the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) is for the Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) of levothyroxine sodium tablets of strengths 25 mcg, 50 mcg, 75 mcg, 88 mcg, 100 mcg, 112 mcg, 125 mcg, 137 mcg, 150 mcg, 175 mcg, 200 [] The post Alembic gets

NEW DELHI, May 22: Shares of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday climbed nearly 5 per cent after the firm posted a 23 per cent increase in net profit in the March quarter. The stock rallied 4.78 per cent to Rs 839 on the BSE. At the NSE, the stock jumped 4.84 per cent to Rs 839. LIC on Thursday posted a 23 per cent increase in net profit to Rs 23,420 crore in the March quarter, helped [] The post LIC shares jump nearly 5 pc after Q4 earnings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

NEW DELHI, May 22: Suzlon on Friday said it has secured a repeat order of 195 MW from Sunsure Energy, taking the total sales of its 3MW platform to nearly 9 GW. This milestone reflects strong and sustained market adoption of the Suzlon 3X platform, a company statement said. The order builds on the ongoing partnership between Suzlon and Sunsure Energy, bringing the cumulative partnership to nearly 300 MW across Maharashtra and Karnataka, and is expected to grow further. With [] The post Suzlon ba

Ten years of tracking reintroduced rhinos inManas National Parkof Assamhas revealed a promising story of resilience and adaptation. While the study shows encouraging signs of reproduction, it also highlights fascinating variations in breeding and movement patterns among different rhino groups. However, researchers warn that the job isnt over. To protect this growing population from the long-term risks of inbreeding,continued introductionsandsteadfast protectionremain the keys to a thriving, wil

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Congress on Friday said it was shocked over claims made by top NTA officials that the NEET exam paper was not leaked, and said both the Pradhan Mantri and the Mantri Pradhan must be held accountable for this cover-up. The Congress also said that the National Testing Agency (NTA) has become a National Trauma Agency and accused the government of colluding with the paper leak mafia to suppress the truth of irregularities and fraud. In [] The post PM, Education Minister Must B

Dr. Suman K Kasturi sumankasturi@gmail.com This book, titled Dashanan: di, represents a unique endeavour that involvedly weaves together elements of fantasy and Indian mythology. In the introduction, the author states, Dashanan is not a retelling and should not be mistaken for our itihasa. It is a resurrectionone that takes creative liberties to revive Dashanan. In my opinion, for any aspiring author, the innate fear and exulansis act as a blindfold that obscures the clarity of their spirit. Su

A Field Guide to Indian Drivers Nimit Suri nimitsuri150@gmail.com If my great-great-grandfather were to descend from heaven today, he would be pleasantly amused to discover that boxes on wheels have replaced the bullock carts and tangas of his time. His delight, however, would not last. One short ride through the modern Indian roads would be enough to turn his curiosity into exasperation, and his exasperation into prayer. He would witness the rich, the poor and the middle class converging in []

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Supreme Court on Friday said it would hear next week a plea challenging the CBSE policy which has made study of three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, compulsory for Class 9 students beginning July 1. Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi mentioned the matter before a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi. This is an urgent PIL. The petitioners are students, teachers and parents. They are [] The post SC To Hea

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NEW DELHI, May 22: The Election Commission on Friday announced polls for 24 Rajya Sabha seats on June 18. In a statement, the EC said the elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held in 10 states where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21 to July 19. The Rajya Sabha elections will be held in four seats each in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Karnataka, three seats each in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, two seats in [] The post EC Announces Rajya Sabha Polls For 24 Seat

NEW DELHI, May 22: The worlds burden of mental disorders have more than doubled since 1990, and they are now the leading cause of disability globally, overtaking cardiovascular disease, cancer and musculoskeletal conditions, according to a new study published in The Lancet journal. Researchers from The University of Queensland and Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research (QCMHR) in Australia and the US University of Washington found that nearly 1.2 billion people worldwide were living with a

Chandigarh/Pathankot, May 21: A resident of Punjabs Pathankot was arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan-based handlers, police said on Thursday. Preliminary investigation revealed that Baljit Singh, a resident of Chakk Dhariwal village, had installed a CCTV camera at a shop located near a bridge on the National Highway-44 to allegedly keep an eye on the movement of the army and paramilitary forces, police said, adding that he was transmitting the live feed to Pakistan-based handlers. During

Jammu, May 21: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday evening chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the establishment of a state-of-the-art International Museum of Goddess at Katra, envisioned as a global spiritual and cultural landmark dedicated to Shakti traditions. During the meeting, board members and stakeholders shared suggestions for developing the proposed museum into a world-class institution aimed at offering pilgrims a deeper understanding of Mata Shakti throu

AHMEDABAD, May 21: Gujarat Titans bankable top order laid the groundwork for a dominating 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings here on Thursday, taking them closer to a top-two qualification for the Indian Premier League play-offs. Shubman Gill (64 off 37) and Sai Sudharsan (84 off 53) added to their remarkable consistency as an opening pair with a record seventh century partnership, fuelling Gujarat Titans to 229 for four on a true batting surface. Jos Buttler (57 not out off [] The post Gujarat

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com The much-awaited summit between the leaders of the worlds two most powerful nations has concluded. Trumps team arrived in China under conditions of a strict digital lockdown, with cell phones and lap tops left behind due to fears of state-level surveillance, hacking and data interception. Members of the team used burner phones or devices with limited temporary data. While returning, every single Chinese gift, including lapel pins, souvenirs, burner phones etc w

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: As conversations around responsible gold consumption in the country gain momentum, Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery, today launched its Customers Own Gold Exchange Programme. Indriya is the first jeweller to offer 100% value on old gold of any carat, irrespective of where it was purchased, enabling customers to transform it into exquisitely designed statement pieces. At Indriya, precision meets craftsmanship. With advanced instruments ensuring accurate gold

Vijay Hashia iamvhashia@gmail.com The ramifications of West Asia war are manifold, impacting Indian households, industries, transport networks, and agricultural supply chains. Much of Indias imported energy passes through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the worlds most vital maritime chokepoints. Around 40-45% of Indias crude oil, 80-85% of LPG and 50% LNG imports normally pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The war has disrupted the route and as such Indias economy feels the pressure. This has crea

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: Aimed to bring together the leading fleet owners and Taxi Operators a business meet organized by the AM Hyundai, one of the leading Hyundai dealership groups in Jammu & Kashmir and a part of the AM Group, was held here today. The event served as a platform to showcase Hyundais growing range of vehicles tailored for the commercial mobility segment and to strengthen relationships with the regions transport community. The event witnessed the gracious presence

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: The Heritage Cafeteria Cum Restaurant with Library at the historic Mubarak Mandi complex in Jammu opened today, marking a significant step towards transforming the iconic Dogra heritage site into a major cultural and tourism destination. MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi; Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Chief Executive Officer of Jammu Smart City Limited and Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation, Dr. Devansh Yadav were present on the occasion

Mohammad Hanief m.hanief@gmail.com Children are the foundation of every society and the hope of every nation. Their safety, education, emotional well-being, and healthy development determine the future strength and progress of a community. A society that protects its children protects its future; a society that neglects them risks moral, social, and human decline. In Jammu and Kashmir, where generations have lived through social uncertainty, economic challenges, and changing cultural realities,

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 21: As part of its commitment to support infrastructure-led development through institutional finance, J&K Bank today entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Construction Equipment India Pvt. Ltd. to facilitate customised financing solutions for Hyundai excavators and wheel loaders under the Banks Construction Equipment Finance Scheme. The partnership aims to facilitate easier access to finance for customers intending to procure construction

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 21: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today dedicated the UMMID (Unique Methods of Management of Inherited Disorders) Programme for Rare Genetic Disorders/ Diseases to the Nation and said India is steadily entering an era where healthcare, diagnosis and treatment will i

MUMBAI, May 21 : Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday said India and the European Union offer infinite opportunities on the trade and economic front. The island nation, which is pitching itself as a gateway for Indian companies to expand into the EU market, looks forward to realising these opportunities, Christodoulides said at an event here. India is one of the most dynamic economies in the world. Europe remains one of the worlds largest and most stable markets, the visiting [] Th

NEW DELHI, May 21: The interim trade agreement between India and the United States is set to be finalised, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said, adding that he is confident the trade deal will be concluded in the coming weeks or months, bringing stability and opportunities for both sides. Both sides are looking to finalise the details of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) that will truly unlock the potential of our bilateral relationship by expanding market access, reducing barriers, [] The pos

SHIMLA, May 21 : The Himachal Pradesh Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has decided to launch a new programme named Akshar se Atmabodh to help prisoners reform and rebuild their lives, officials said on Thursday. Under this programme, inmates lodged across jails in the state will be provided with inspirational, educational, and morally enriching books. Abhishek Trivedi, Director General, States Department of Prison and Correctional Services, said that the programme was initially la

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: While commemorating the 35th anniversary of the martyrdom of former Prime Minister, Rajiv Gandhi, the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress organized a Shradhanjli Samaroh at Rajiv Bhawan, Shahidi Chowk, Jammu here today. The function was presided over by PCC chief, Tariq Hameed Karra, while AICC general secretary and CLP Leader GA Mir, working president Raman Bhalla, former ministers- Mula Ram, Yogesh Sawhney, besides other senior leaders also attended. Click

CHANDIGARH, May 21: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday said his government will launch a campaign starting Friday against stray and killer dogs which endanger the lives of people. On May 19, the Supreme Court in a significant verdict allowed euthanasia of rabid, incurably ill, dangerous and aggressive dogs to curb threat to human lives, saying the right to live with dignity encompasses the right to move freely without the threat of harm from canines. Following the Honourable Supreme

MUMBAI, May 21 : The rupee rebounded 50 paise from its all-time closing low to settle at 96.36 against the US dollar on Thursday after crude oil prices retreated from elevated levels amid signs of easing geopolitical friction, alongside likely central bank intervention. Forex traders said the rupee had gained after the recent geopolitical developments, but investors are still gauging the geopolitical risk and oil price sensitivity in the background. The one-year forward market rate for the rupee

Nutrition of young generation will shape our future Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today laid the foundation stone of Akshaya Patras centralized kitchen facility in Katra. Once operational, this facility will provide 5000 nutritious meals to school children every day. On the occasion, Sinha spoke about Akshaya Patras future projects in Jammu & Kashmir including upcoming kitchen facility in Jammu. I urged stronger collaboration between Government and Socia

KOLKATA, May 21: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday directed the West Bengal government to take a decision as per Section 12 of the West Bengal Animal Slaughter Control Act, 1950, regarding the exemption prayed for in view of Eid al-Adha. A division bench presided by Chief Justice Sujoy Paul directed that considering the fact that the festival may take place on May 27 or 28, the state shall take a decision in this regard within 24 hours from the [] The post Cal HC asks Bengal govt to take decis

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 21: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah today chaired a Provincial meeting of the NC Womens Wing at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha here. During the four hour meeting, detailed discussions were held on strengthening organisational outreach at the grassroots level, enhancing womens political participation, and reinforcing the Womens Wings institutional framework. The leadership stressed sustained mobilisation at booth a

KATHMANDU, May 21 : India on Thursday gifted a special type of sandalwood to the Nepal government to be used at the Pashupatinath temple on Kathmandu outskirts. People from both Nepal and India visit the Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred Hindu temples situated on the banks of the Bagmati river. Indias Home Minister Amit Shah sent over 40 kilograms of sandalwood for the purpose of using it for the worship of the Shree Yantra of Pashupatinath Temple, according [] The post India gifts sp

There is a storm raging across India. Hypertension, the so-called silent killer, has turned India into the hypertension capital of the world, and the numbers are not just staggering; they are a national emergency hiding in plain sight. Of the estimated 220 million, more than half have no idea they are afflicted. They feel no pain, experience no obvious symptoms, and receive no warning until the condition has quietly caused irreversible damage. And when the damage is done so catastrophically, []

UNITED NATIONS, May 21: India highlighted Afghan civilian deaths and injuries caused by cross-border violence by Pakistani military forces, saying such heinous acts of aggression should not come as a surprise from a country that bombs its own people and conducts systematic genocide. In a strong retort at the UN Security Council on Wednesday, India called out Pakistans long-tainted record of genocidal acts after Islamabads envoy at the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, raised the issue of Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 21: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated the Post Graduate Research Programme (PGRP) Conclave-2026 at Government Dental College (GDC) here. Addressing a large gathering of doctors, academicians, researchers and students on the occasion, the Minister underscored the importance of research and innovation in strengthening the healthcare sector and improving patient care. She said that platforms

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, May 21: Aimed towards strengthening road infrastructure and improving connectivity in the region, MLA Kishtwar Shagun Parihar today formally inaugurated and commenced the blacktopping work of the road stretch from Hasti to Kurya Bridge. The work was started in the presence of officials from the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and prominent local residents. During her visit, she interacted with NHIDCL officials regard

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 21: A large-scale Nasha Mukht Abhiyan Awareness Programme along with an eye check-up and medical camp was organized today at Shaheed Inspector Shri Kamal Singh Model Boys Higher Secondary School, Udhampur. The programme was spearheaded under the leadership of Commandant 24 JKAP IR, Sandeep Mehta. The event was organized in collaboration with J&K Blood Donors Association, Chief Education Office Udhampur, Chief Medical Officer Udhampur, Rotary ENT Hospital Udh

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 21: J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau trapped and arrested a Ziladar and Patwari of Irrigation Division Anantnag for demanding and accepting bribe of Rs one lakh. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The accused, identified as Nazir Ahmad Wani (Ziladar), son of Mohd Akbar Wani of Utrasoo Najigund Anantnag and Patwari Bilal Ahmad Wagay, son of Abdul Rehman Wagay of Sherpora Anantnag, were demanding bribe from the complainant for disposal of a complaint fil

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 21: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, today said fencing work on Badshah Bridge and Cement Kadal will begin soon after approval under the district CAPEX plan. Click here to watch video The DC said the administration visited both bridges around a week to 10 days ago and has already completed the estimates for the proposed fencing work. We are going to get the district CAPEX approval very soon. The work will start very soon, he said. [] The post Bri

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: The Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) today formally announced the results of the JKCA Elections 2025 after withdrawing petition before the Supreme Court. As per the Association, the petitioners withdrew the case during the hearing. Following this, the interim order dated 08.01.2026, which had allowed the election process to continue while staying the declaration of results, automatically stood vacated. Electoral Officer A K Joti, exercising