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New Delhi, Jan 11: Learn to bounce back from failures, never be satisfied and keep moving towards progress. These were the mantras for success shared by astronauts Shubhanshu Shukla and Prasanth Nair in an interactive session with youngsters here on Sunday. At the ongoing Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue here, Shukla recalled the message from the movie Finding Nemo keep swimming, never give up and urged the youngsters from across the country to give their best to the [] The post Keep swimm

New Delhi, Jan 11: The Al Falah University campus in Haryanas Faridabad, which came under the scanner of investigating agencies after the Red Fort area blast, could be attached by the Enforcement Directorate under the anti-money laundering law, official sources said on Sunday. The ED is investigating if funds for the construction of the varsity were sourced from alleged proceeds of crime, the sources said. Al Falah Group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui was arrested by the ED in November on [] The

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday warned that Keralas law and order situation may look calm now, but several threats are slowly emerging that could become dangerous in the future. Speaking at a conclave organised by Kerala Kaumudi, a leading Malayalam newspaper here, he questioned the role of certain organisations and asked whether they could truly keep people safe. Those who do not believe in coexistencehow can they ensure unity, Shah asked. Through this progra

Srinagar, Jan 11: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday unveiled the Handicrafts and Handloom Departments Calendar for 2026, a visual tribute celebrating the timeless craft traditions of Kashmir. The calendar beautifully encapsulates the essence of the valleys artistic heritage, highlighting the skill, dedication and commitment of the regions artisans, an official spokesperson said. This calendar is an ode to the artisans who weave, carve and colour Kashmirs soul, the chief minister said after

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: Indian IT leaders are betting big on agentic AI adoption for business growth compared to the leading western market, where focus is on enhancing traditional efficiency, a survey report by technology consultancy firm Thoughtworks said. The company has claimed to cover 3,500 C-suite and senior IT decision makers across seven countries, including 500 in India. The report said, 48 per cent of Indian leaders identify agentic AI, autonomous systems capable of acting, reasoning, and

NEW DELHI, Jan 11 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy, Dr. Jitendra Singh, met and interacted with the student contingent from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh participating in Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026, at his residence here. The interaction was held in a warm and

Ahmedabad, Jan 11: Reliance Industries CMD Mukesh Ambani on Sunday hailed Indias resilience amid global uncertainty and said challenges created by this geopolitical situation cannot touch or trouble the country due to the invincible protective wall called Narendra Modi. Let the world know that this is Indias defining decade under the PMs leadership, Ambani asserted while addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) for Kutch and Saurashtra region in Rajkot. The Vibrant Gujarat Regio

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is not changing but gradually evolving and simply unfolding with time, Mohan Bhagwat said on Sunday. The RSS chief was addressing an event organised at the organisations office here to launch the song album of the upcoming film Shatak, which chronicles the 100-year journey of the RSS. Singer Sukhwinder Singh, director Ashish Mall, co-producer Ashish Tiwari, and RSS functionary Bhaiyaji Joshi were present on the occasion. The organisation

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Supreme Court alleging interference and obstruction by the West Bengal government, including by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, in its probe and search operation at the I-PAC office and premises of its director Pratik Jain in connection with the coal pilferage scam. The West Bengal Government has also filed a caveat in the top court seeking that no order should be passed without hearing it in connection with Enforcement Directora

SRINAGAR, Jan 11: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday hailed athletes from Jammu and Kashmir for emerging as the overall mens champions in Pencak Silat at the Khelo India Beach Games. The six-day Khelo India Beach Games, held at the iconic Blue Flag-certified Ghoghla Beach in Diu, concluded on Saturday. Chief Minister hailed the J&K contingent for winning 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze medal and emerging Overall Mens Champions in Pencak Silat at the Khelo India Beach Games-2026, [] The post CM

Jammu, Jan 11: The crime branch of Jammu and Kashmir police has registered a case against a man for allegedly duping two persons with fake appointment orders purportedly in the name of the high court here, a senior official said on Sunday. Mohd Tahir, a resident of Banola in Poonch, was booked for cheating and forgery, said Senior Superintendent of Police (special crime wing), Jammu, Sanjay Parihar. He said the case was registered on Saturday, following complaints by two persons, [] The post Two

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: Spain, Germany, Belgium, and Poland are emerging as stable and key export destinations for Indian goods within the 27-nation European Union bloc, according to the commerce ministry data. The data showed that Spain stands out as a high-growth European market for Indian exports. Exports to Spain rose by over 56 per cent during April-November this fiscal to USD 4.7 billion from USD 3 billion in the same period of the previous financial year. Spains share [] The post Spain, Germa

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: The Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association has urged the Centre to extend the 5 per cent GST across all fertilisers notified under the Fertiliser Control Order, expedite refunds of excess GST credits, and implement a unified licensing system ahead of the Union Budget. While acknowledging GST 2.0 as a landmark reform for the sector, particularly the reduction in GST from 12 per cent to 5 per cent on Schedule 1G items and their mixtures, the industry [] The post Mic

New Delhi, Jan 11: As many as six years after the law was amended, the central government is yet to constitute the Arbitration Council of India to regulate and promote institutional arbitration in the country. Senior Union law ministry officials said it took years for corporates and public sector undertakings to shun ad-hoc arbitration and go far institutional arbitration to settle commercial disputes. The proposed arbitration council is mandated to regulate institutional arbitration. But when i

NEW DELHI, Jan 11: The Government is likely to achieve the fiscal deficit target of 4.4 per cent of the GDP in FY26, and it could even better it, a positive signal to global investors about Indias commitment to fiscal management, PwC Partner and Economic Advisory Services leader Ranen Banerjee said. The revision in the nominal GDP growth target from 10.1 per cent to 8 per cent by the National Statistical Office recently raised concerns about the governments ability [] The post Govt to achieve f

Somnath (Gujarat), Jan 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the forces that had opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath temple after independence are still active among us, and India needs to be alert, united and strong to defeat them. Referring to the attacks endured by the historic temple, located in Gujarats Gir Somnath district, in the past and how it was rebuilt every time, Modi said the hearts of people can never be won at the point of [] The post Forces Opposing Somnath Rebui

MOSCOW, Jan 11: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) calls for the safe passage of civilians willing to flee conflict zones in Sudan, ICRC Director of Operations Yasmine Praz Dessimoz told Sputnik. We are calling for the safe passage of all civilians fleeing the violence. Anyone no longer taking part in hostilities, including the injured, sick, and detained, must be treated humanely and with dignity, in full accordance with international humanitarian law, Praz Dessimoz said. Follo

ISLAMABAD, Jan 11: A newlywed couple was among eight people who died in a gas cylinder explosion in Pakistans capital Islamabad early Sunday, officials said. The incident occurred at a house located in Sector G-7/2 where a wedding was underway. Rescue authorities said that eight people were killed and 11 injured, as rescuers pulled 19 people out of the debris. Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) spokesperson Dr Aneeza Jalil said that an emergency was declared to treat the victims. [] T

Jammu, Jan 11: The winter vacations in the summer zones of the Jammu Division have been extended till January 14, 2026. A senior official said that on the directions of Education minister the vacations have been extended till 14th January. The decision was taken in view of prevailing weather conditions and other related considerations, official said. Further instructions regarding reopening of institutions, if any, will be issued separately. (KNC) The post Winter Vacations Extended in Summer Zon

BATHINDA, Jan 11: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday said the State Government is making focused efforts to prepare the youth for future competitive examinations by providing free academic and physical training under Mission Pragati. Interacting with students at the district library here, Mann said the initiative has been launched to support rural and meritorious students who cannot afford costly coaching. Free coaching has started at the district library for exams related to t

Jammu, Jan 11: A 16-year-old boy died when the rifle of his father, a village defence guard (VDG), went off accidentally at their home in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Sunday. The incident occurred on Saturday night. VDG Pyare Lal was cleaning his rifle at his home in Loyee Dhar village of Mughal Maidan around 9.30 pm on Saturday when it accidentally went off. The bullet hit his son, Anuj Kumar, who died on the spot, [] The post VDG Members Teenage Son Killed In Accid

AGRA (UP), Jan 11: Two alleged masterminds of a cryptocurrency fraud worth Rs 100 crore have been arrested here, police said on Sunday. According to police, the accused cheated several thousands of people across four states. The accused, Vinod, from Baghpat and Vinay, hailing from Lucknow, created a fake cryptocurrency website and organised seminars at prominent hotels during 2019, 2020 and 2021 to lure people into investing, promising them high returns, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police

Srinagar, Jan 11: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday hit out at National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval for calling for revenge for centuries-old events, saying it is merely a dog whistle. It is unfortunate that the NSA, whose duty is to protect the nation, has chosen to join the communal ideology of hate, the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said in a post on X. Speaking at the opening ceremony of Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue in Delhi [] The post Doval Calling For Revenge

Poonch, Jan 11: The historic Mughal Road was reopened for vehicular traffic on Sunday after remaining closed for the past seven days due to adverse weather conditions and road clearance operations. Confirming the reopening, SSP Traffic Rural, Farooq Qaisar, urged motorists to exercise utmost caution while travelling on the road, particularly in high-altitude stretches, in view of the prevailing weather and road conditions. He said that vehicular movement on the Mughal Road will be strictly regul

KATHMANDU, Jan 11: The Indian Embassy here has observed World Hindi Day by organising various programmes at its premises at Lainchaur. On the occasion on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modis message was read out by the Charge d Affaires of the Embassy, Rakesh Pandey. The programme featured recitation of Hindi poems and dance performances by students from various schools in Kathmandu, including Kendriya Vidyalaya. Teachers and students of Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Kathmandu, mesmerise

JAMMU, Jan 11: As many as seven flights were delayed at the Jammu Airport on Sunday due to heavy fog and low visibility conditions, affecting air traffic during the morning hours. An official from Jammu Airport said that adverse weather conditions led to delays of multiple outbound flights, including those operating from Jammu to Delhi, Indore and Ahmedabad. Two flights scheduled from Jammu to Srinagar were also delayed, while two flights bound for Leh witnessed delays owing to poor visibility.

JOBS IN VIEW OF THE UPCOMING TATA STEEL REBAR/TMT PLANT AT LUDHIANA, HSCFORTUNE PVT LTD (AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR OF TATA TISCON) IS EXPANDING ITS SALES & MARKETING TEAM ACROSS JAMMU PROVINCE. OPEN POSITIONS GENERAL MANAGER (GM) JAMMU PROVINCE- 1 POST ELIGIBILITY : MBA WITH 10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SALES & MARKETING PREFERENCE : STEEL/CEMENT/BUILDING MATERIALS BACKGROUND BUSINESS MANAGER RAJOURI & POONCH DISTRICT 1 POST ELIGIBILITY: MBA WITH 7-10 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SALES & MARKETING PREFERE

New Delhi, Jan 11: The Congress on Sunday cited a report to claim that air quality is a nation-wide, structural crisis for which the government response is exceedingly ineffective and inadequate, as it demanded a thorough reform of the National Clear Air Programme. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the NCAP propagated as the National Clear Air Programme is actually another type of NCAP Notional Clear Air Programme. The former environment minister said a new

New Delhi, Jan 11: Microblogging site X has accepted its mistake and assured it will comply with Indian laws after the IT Ministry warned the Elon Musk-led social media platform on the Grok AI obscene content issue, government sources said on Sunday. Around 3,500 pieces of content have been blocked, and over 600 accounts deleted, according to sources. X has accepted its mistake, and said it will comply with Indian laws, sources said, adding that in future, the platform will [] The post X Accepts

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Bank of India, one of Indias largest PSU banks, bagged four awards in the Digital and Technology domain today at 21st Annual Banking Technology Conference, Expo & Citations, organised by Indian Banks Association (IBA). The awards were conferred by T. Rabi Shankar, Deputy Governor, RBI, under the Public & Private Banks Large Bank category. The Bank won the Runner-up Award for Fintech Collaboration and received Special Mentions under Best AI/ML, Best Tech Ta

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Federation of Industries, Jammu (FOIJ) today proposes suggestions to the Government to be included in the Industrial Policy 2021-30. Ina meeting of the FOIJ held here today under the leadership of its Chairman Virendra Jain and attended by its Co-Chairmen Jatinder Aul, Lalit Mahajan, SC Dutta, among others, the members deliberated on the suggestions/amendments on new incentive proposed to be included in the J&K Industrial Policy 2021-30. FOIJ said that adeq

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Astro India Automobile, the authorized dealer of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, today unveiled two landmark SUVs the all-new Mahindra XEV 9S and Mahindra XUV 7XO at its dealership located on National Highway, Bari Brahmana. The unveiling ceremony was held amidst a gathering of customers and patrons and was attended by Chairman Mohinder Gupta, Managing Director Vikram Mahajan, Director Satyam Gupta, Dr C D Gupta, along with executive members of the Amar Sing

NAVI MUMBAI, Jan 10: Mumbai Indians Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur smashed unbeaten half-centuries, while pacer Nicola Carey ran through the middle order as the defending champions returned to winning ways, defeating Delhi Capitals by 50 runs in their Womens Premier League match here on Saturday. Sciver-Brunt hammered a 46-ball 70, while Harmanpreet smarting from a last-ball defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday slammed an unbeaten 74 off 42 balls as Mumbai Indians posted a fi

LUCKNOW, Jan 10: Samajwadi Party supremo Akhilesh Yadav today claimed that Uttar Pradesh BJP leaders knew how many voters would be removed from the SIR draft electoral roll even before it was published, and questioned the poll panels credibility. The draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise was published on January 6. In it, 2.89 crore voters were excluded and 12.55 crore retained out of 15.44 crore listed earlier. He also alleged that about [] T

Sudershan Kumar sudershan.sk12@gmail.com As the turmoil in Bangladesh escalates, the minority population there, is constantly under threat. The story of Hindus in Bangladesh is intertwined with the subcontinents tumultuous history, demographic shifts, nationalist projects, and competing political ideologies. Since the creation of Bangladesh in 1971, the Hindu, minority, once a substantial portion of the population has seen its numbers dwindle due to displacement, violence, discrimination, and em

Lt Gen Narendra Kotwal narendrakotwal@gmail.com When you ask, What am I?, you are asking a question that is deeper than every biography, every title, every relationship, and every achievement, because all of these are context-dependent. In one moment you are a son, in another a sibling, friend, uncle, teacher, student, doctor, patient, helper, being helped, director, financer, landlord, tenant-each identity valid, each necessary, yet none final. They arise when time, place, and relationship call

Shweta Sharma shwetasharma1253@gmail.com The first time I visited Chishoti, I was eight years old, when I joined my father and his friends on my maiden yatra to the holy Machail Mata shrine. The picturesque landscape of terraced maize and millets, dotted with sparse walnut trees, remains fresh in my memory. We stopped at a local wooden house that doubled as a small shop and ate a pot of instant noodles, cooked with homegrown vegetables. Nearby was a temple courtyard where [] The post My Chishoti

Mrinalini Atrey atreymrinalini@gmail.com Name of Book : Ramban: Folklore-History-Ophiolatry Author: Robin Koul Publisher: Apna Book Publisher, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir Pages: 172 ISBN: 978-93-6303-568-3 Having devoted over a decade to the study of local deities in the Jammu region, I find it deeply encouraging to see another substantial work emerge to enrich this field. Building on earlier contributions-including my own work (Deity, Cult, Rituals and Oral Tradition in Jammu Region and Shiv Nirm

Expectations of the Youth The Indian youth of 2026-represented by students across disciplines from Sanskrit to journalism have high expectations from the AI revolution. They are no longer satisfied with mere digital versions of textbooks; they seek a comprehensive ecosystem that offer Accessibility and Equity. Students in rural areas emphasize that while technology opens new worlds, it must be accompanied by reliable internet and affordable devices to prevent the digital divide from widening. 11

Dr Vikas Sharma drvikassharma20202020@gmail.com The Daily Excelsior is bringing out a weekly column titled YouthSpeak, aimed at giving voice to the issues, challenges, expectations and aspirations of the youth. The column will serve as a platform where young people can articulate their views and opinions on a wide range of topics concerning youth and contemporary society. Those interested in contributing may send their articles (between 800-900 words) to editor@dailyexcelsior.com for considerat

O P Sharma opsharmajournalist@gmail.com Name of Book: 1947 Pakistan Assault on Kashmir & Brig. Rajinder Singh Author : Narsingh Dev Jamwal Publisher: Self Publication Year : 2025 Pages : 33 Price : Rs 100 In 1947, Brig Rajinder Singh led a team of gallant soliders to fight against Pakistani-backed tribal raiders to get time for the Indian Armys assistance in Jammu and Kashmir and to ensure that Maharaja Hari Singh signs the Instrument of Accession. His immortal stand with a [] The post Story of

NEW DELHI/RAJKOT, Jan 10: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who arrives on Monday on a two-day official visit, will be welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad. The two leaders will visit Sabarmati Ashram and participate in the International Kite Festival, before sitting down for bilateral talks. On January 12, at around 9:30 am, Prime Minister Modi and the German Chancellor will visit the Sabarmati Ashram. Thereafter, at 10 am, both leaders will participate in the International Kit

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Sub-Junior Taekwondo Team was screened and flagged off by J&K Sports Council at Taekwondo Training Centre, MA Stadium, here today, ahead of their participation in the 39th National Sub-Junior Kyorugi and 14th National Sub-Junior Poomsae Taekwondo Championships 202526. The Championships will be held from January 13 to 15, 2026, at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi. The screening and flag-off ceremony was conducted in the presen

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Promising national-level Chess player Rajyawardhan Singh clinched title of the VCA Under-11 Open Khelo Jammu Chess Tournament, organized by Vivek Chess Academy under the aegis of the All J&K Chess Association (AJKCA), here today. Rated 1440 FIDE, Rajyawardhan displayed outstanding form by winning all five rounds to secure a perfect five points in the two-day tournament. He was awarded the Championship trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 1,000. Rajya

NEW DELHI, Jan 10: Cold conditions intensified in parts of north India today, with many parts blanketed by thick fog that led to several vehicle collisions, leaving four dead and about 30 injured. The mercury in the Kashmir Valley, which has been experiencing sub-zero temperatures for some days now, dipped further and Delhi recorded the coldest morning of the ongoing winter season. It was biting cold in many parts of Punjab, with the temperature dipping to a bone-chilling 1.1 degrees [] The post

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting to take stock of the progress achieved under the National Ayush Mission (NAM), with emphasis on service delivery, infrastructure creation and outreach initiatives aimed at strengthening Ayush-based healthcare across the districts of J&K. Those who attended includes Secretary, H&ME; Principal, GMC Srinagar; Commissioner, FDA; Director, Health Kashmir/ Jammu; Director, Ayush and other concerned offi

MATHURA (UP), Jan 10: Urging people to end discrimination to promote unity in society, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat today said that in the next 20-30 years, India will emerge as a Vishwaguru and ensure peace and prosperity to the world, asserting the Hindu nation will remain a righteous nation. He said Hindu society has never lost to the bravery of others but only due to internal rifts, and called for efforts to promote unity by greater social interaction among various [] The post End discrimination

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Jan 10: In observance of National Road Safety Month 2026, the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Reasi, in collaboration with Kul Devi Bua Jamas Trust, Kote Galli Thuroo, organized a District-Level Road Safety quiz competition at Conference Hall, Dharmari. The programme was conducted under the national theme Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha, in line with the mission of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to reduce road accidents and promote safe road behaviour. Th

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 10: Baldev Raj Sharma, Member of Legislative Assembly, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi today called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and discussed the rehabilitation of families affected due to recent natural calamities in his constituency. He was accompanied by Saraf Singh Nag, Chairman, District Development Council Reasi. The post MLA Baldev, DCC Chairman call on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 10: Shahid Hilal of Silat Macan Kumbang, Ellahi Bagh Stadium, Srinagar, won the gold medal in the 60-65 kg weight category at the 2nd Edition of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, held in Diu. The games are organized by the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, under the technical supervision of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the respective National Sports Federations. Expressing gratitude, Shahid acknowledged the [