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ABU DHABI, May 15: India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday during his talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Modi-Al Nahyan meeting took place shortly after the prime minister landed in the Gulf nation in the first leg of his five-nation tour that also includes four European countries. We condemned the attacks on the UAE, Modi said in his opening remarks [] The post India Ready To Extend All

NEW DELHI, May 15: The Supreme Court on Friday set aside a Delhi High Court order suspending the life sentence of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the 2017 Unnao rape case and asked it to decide the plea afresh. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi also asked the high court to make endeavours to decide the main plea of Sengar against his conviction and life imprisonment in the case within [] The post Unnao rape case: SC sets aside order sus

BEIJING, May 15: US President Donald Trump left Beijing on Friday ending his three-day visit, during which he held several rounds of talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on a host of issues including the Iran war and trade. Before Trumps departure, both leaders had a private meeting at Zhongnanhai, the well-guarded compound in Beijing where top leaders reside. However, deep differences seem to persist between the two leaders on the issue of Taiwan. Both leaders also held talks [] The po

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89% of committee chairmanships handed over to NC and its allies Srinagar, May 14 : Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Thursday said that the National Conference was peddling lies to justify the Speakers unjust and unfair actions. He reminded the ruling party that chairs of committees are decided in accordance with wellestablished parliamentary conventions. Reacting to National Conference claims that 62.5 percent of committee chairs have been allotted to the ruling party in Parliament and

NEW DELHI, May 15: Petrol and diesel prices were hiked by Rs 3 per litre each on Friday, the first rate increase in more than four years, amid mounting losses of fuel retailers due to surging global crude prices. The increase comes 16 days after assembly elections concluded in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Fuel prices had remained unchanged through the polling period despite a sharp rise in international oil prices triggered by the West Asia conflict. Petrol [] The post Petrol, dies

New Delhi, May 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at multiple locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula in connection with a Haryana bank scam case and seized financial records and digital evidence linked to the alleged fraud, officials said on Friday. Certain officials of IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank, in connivance with public servants of various departments of the Haryana government, allegedly misappropriated government funds through fraudulent means, an

SRINAGAR, May 15: Police on Friday stopped a protest march of the BJP demanding a complete ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir, and detained some party leaders temporarily, officials said. Scores of BJP leaders and workers assembled near the Ram Munshi Bagh Park here and tried to take out a protest march towards the residence of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Gupkar, they said. They shouted slogans demanding a complete ban on liquor in the Union territory. However, police [] The post BJP Holds P

New Delhi, May 15: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday announced that the National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET-UG re-examination on June 21 and said the exam will shift to Computer- Based Test (CBT) mode from next year as part of reforms aimed at ensuring transparency. Pradhan assured the students that they would not let malpractice happen again in the examination and said the governments topmost priority was the future of students. Our topmost priority is the []

JAMMU, May 15: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved major power infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening electricity transmission and improving power supply in Srinagar and adjoining areas. According to the Office of the Chief Minister, the Council of Ministers, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, sanctioned the augmentation of the Grid Sub Station at Zainakote from 450 MVA to 780 MVA at an estimated cost of 67.66 crore. The government has also approved the upgradation of the

NEW DELHI, May 15: The Congress on Friday attacked the Modi government over the petrol and diesel price hike, saying it is bound to lead to further inflation and growth estimates will be lowered considerably. In a post on X, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said that with international oil prices soft or declining for years, the Indian National Congress had been urging that those benefits should be passed on to Indian consumers and that domestic prices of gas, petrol, [] The post Will le

NEW DELHI, May 15:Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of signing a trade deal with the US only to secure the release of billionaire businessman Gautam Adani. Compromised PM did not strike a trade deal, but a bargain for Adanis release, Gandhi said in a post in Hindi on X, after reports that the US has agreed to settle the lawsuit that accused Adani of hiding alleged bribery. The US government has agreed to settle [] The post Compromised PM Didnt Sign Trade

Srinagar, May 15 : The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir has announced the reopening of the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road for two-way traffic movement of Medium and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) following snow clearance operations. According to an official notification issued by the Office of the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, the road has been declared open from May 15, 2026, subject to strict safety guidelines and weather-related conditions. The notification stated that the district adminis

Jammu, May 15: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday ordered a reshuffle in the Youth Services and Sports Department, transferring several officers and assigning additional responsibilities with immediate effect. According to an official order, a number of In-charge District Youth Services and Sports Officers (DYSSOs) and Physical Education Lecturers (PELs) have been posted to new districts across Jammu and Kashmir. Under the transfer order, Sunil Kumar has been shifted from Shopian to Ka

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NEW DELHI, May 15: Petrol and diesel prices on Friday were hiked by Rs 3 per litre each as oil companies passed on part of the spike in global energy prices to consumers. Petrol in Delhi will now cost Rs 97.77 a litre, while diesel will be priced at Rs 99.67. The post Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked By Rs 3 Per Litre Each appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

DHARAMSHALA, May 14: Punjab Kings slumped to their fifth straight defeat, seriously hurting their playoff hopes, as Mumbai Indians cruised to a six-wicket win in a crucial IPL clash on Thursday riding on Shardul Thakurs four-wicket haul and a clinical batting effort from Tilak Varma, who smashed 75. Asked to bat first, Prabhsimran Singh (57) added a 33-ball 50-run opening stand with Priyansh Arya (27) to take PBKS to 55 for 1 in the powerplay and then added 57 runs [] The post Mumbai Indians bea

NEW DELHI, May 14: Chief ministers of three BJP-ruled states Uttar Pradeshs Yogi Adityanath, Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarhs Vishnu Deo Sai on Thursday separately called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the national capital. Discussions were held on issues related to security and development during the meetings, officials said. According to a post by the Office of the Home Minister, the Uttar Pradesh chief minister met Shah in New Delhi. In a separate post [] The post UP, MP

Sanjay Kharoo The cancellation of NEET 2026 due to allegations of paper leakage has once again exposed the deep cracks in Indias examination system. It is not merely the cancellation of an examination; it is the collapse of the hopes, discipline, sleepless nights, and emotional sacrifices of lakhs of students and aspirants who dedicate years of their lives preparing for one single opportunity seeking an admission into prestigious medical colleges. For those students who studied day and night wit

Dr Akshay Gupta drakshay.ortho@gmail.com Every year on May 15, orthodontists and dental professionals across the globe observe World Orthodontic Health Day (WOHD) to create awareness about the importance of orthodontic care and oral health. The theme for World Orthodontic Health Day 2026 is Beyond Straight Teeth, a powerful message that highlights an important truth orthodontics is not merely about cosmetics or achieving a beautiful smile. It is deeply connected to oral health, function, comfor

Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com Fairs and melas have, for centuries, formed the vibrant heartbeat of Indias socio-cultural and religious life. Across the country, from the grandeur of the Kumbh Mela to the rustic charm of the Pushkar Mela, the Sonepur Mela and the sacred Gangasagar Mela, these gatherings draw millions of devotees, traders, tourists and artists every year. These melas are living embodiments of tradition, faith and community bonding. Jammu & Kashmir, too, carries forward t

GBHSS Gandhi Nagar named after Kuldip Kumar Badyal Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 14: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today presided over a grand function held in connection with renaming of Government Boys Higher Secondary School (GBHSS), Gandhi Nagar, Jammu as Shri Kuldip Kumar Badyal Memorial Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Gandhi Nagar.MLA Bahu, Vikram Randhawa; Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Dr Rakesh Minhas; Director School Educat

NEW DELHI, May 14: Iran is a victim of illegal expansionism and warmongering, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday urging the BRICS nations to explicitly condemn what he described as violations of international law by the US and Israel. Araghchi delivered the remarks on the opening day of a two-day BRICS conclave in New Delhi, chaired by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and attended by foreign ministers from Russia, Brazil and other member states of the bloc. The [] The

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 14: National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah today welcomed recent remarks by a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh leader advocating dialogue with Pakistan, saying war was not an option and that all outstanding issues must be resolved through talks. Click here to watch video Abdullah was reacting to comments made by RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, who recently called for sustained engagement and greater people-to-people contact between Ind

LUCKNOW, May 14: At least 111 people were killed and 72 injured after a strong storm and heavy rain pounded several districts of Uttar Pradesh, uprooting trees and damaging houses, an official statement said on Thursday. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the loss of lives and damage caused by the unseasonal rain, thunderstorms and lightning on Wednesday and directed officials to ensure relief reaches the affected families within 24 hours. In a statement, the Relief Commissioners

Rs 361 cr ISWM project to come up at Achan Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 14: The Council of Ministers, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved the upgradation of Sub-District Hospital Hazratbal by granting relaxation in the buffer zone restrictions under the Srinagar Master Plan-2035. The decision was taken during the 6th meeting of the Council of Ministers, with the objective of strengthening healthcare infrastructure and ensuring improved healthcare deliver

NEW DELHI, May 14 : The CBI on Thursday secured the custody of five persons arrested in the NEET-UG exam leak case and apprehended two more suspects as officials said the agency is also looking into possible role of any insider in the National Testing Agency (NTA) in the irregularities. The court which granted CBI the custody of the five accused for seven days said the allegations revealed the role of an organised gang involved in leaking and circulating confidential [] The post NEET paper leak:

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 14: Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, today visited forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in North Kashmir to review the prevailing security situation, assess summer operational preparedness, and evaluate the readiness of troops deployed in the region. During the visit, the Northern Army Commander was briefed by senior field commanders on the overall security scenario, operational deployments, co

HARIDWAR, May 14 : Uttarakhand Police on Thursday filed the countrys first chargesheet under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in a case pertaining to alleged triple talaq and halala. This marks the first major enforcement of UCC provisions regarding marriage and remarriage since its implementation in the state. Police in Haridwar district submitted the chargesheet in a local court against nine persons following a complaint of dowry harassment and marital torture. The woman, in her complaint, alleged

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 14: Member of Parliament Jugal Kishore Sharma today chaired the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting at the Conference Hall of District Administrative Complex, here to review the progress of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) being implemented in the district. The meeting was attended by MLA Samba Surjeet Singh Slathia, MLA Ramgarh Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, MLA Vijaypur Chander Parkash Ganga, District Development Co

Ranjit Thakur JAMMU/RAJOURI, May 14: In a remarkable story of grit, resilience and sporting excellence, 14-year-old Mohd Yasser from Rajouri has become the first boxer from Jammu and Kashmir to win a gold medal at the Under-15 Asian Boxing Championship, defeating host nation Uzbekistan in the final by 4-1. For the teenager, who grew up amid poverty and personal tragedy, the triumph is not merely a sporting achievement but a symbol of determination against overwhelming odds. A Class 9 student []

Excelsior Correspondent BENGALURU, May 14: The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today called on the globally renowned spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living Foundation, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ji Maharaj, at the Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru. During the meeting, the Governor had a warm and cordial interaction with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ji Maharaj. The Governor and Sri Sri Ravishankar ji Maharaj exchanged views on spiritual values, human welfare, and the

Forced labour, coerced marriages, sexual exploitation among reasons Bivek Mathur JAMMU, May 14: The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir recorded 60 victims of human trafficking during 2024, with forced labour identified as the major reason behind the trafficking in persons, according to a latest report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Coerced marriages, sexual exploitation for prostitution and domestic servitude were among the other maj

Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAJOURI, May 14: Athletes from Acopic Health & Sports Club Rajouri delivered an impressive performance at the JK UT State Level Arm Wrestling Championship held in Srinagar, winning a total of eight medals and bringing laurels to the district. Umar emerged as a standout performer, securing two gold medals in both right-hand and left-hand categories. Alyas also excelled, winning four medals including two gold and two silver. Yasir added to the tally with one gold and

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, May 14 : Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today formally handed over newly procured Ecco Ambulances at Qambar Ali Akhoon Memorial (QAAM) Hospital, Kargil for deployment in various health institutions and far-flung areas of the district. The fully equipped Basic life support ambulances have been procured under the District Capex Budget 2025-26 with the objective of strengthening emergency healthcare services and en

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 14: The 24 JKAP IR Battalion of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP), Udhampur, conducted a disciplined and well-coordinated Route March today under the leadership of Commandant, Sandeep Mehta, along with Dy Co Nihar Ranjan. The march commenced from the battalion headquarters Sui and covered the designated route through Chaked, Lansi, Dabrimood, Gujjar Morh, and culminated at Pandav Mandir, Krimchi, Udhampur after travelling about 7 Kms on foot. Around 150 office

Toph Bridge, Vridh Ashram road worst hit Sanjeev K Sharma JAMMU, May 14: The agencies which dig roads for burying cables or pipes have failed to properly reconstruct many of these roads while certain roads in Jammu were not repaired and blacktopped for a long time and all this has turned the vital infrastructure into bad and dilapidated roads in the Smart City of Jammu. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp There are also some roads in the city [] The post Vehicles go jerky on bad roads

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 9: India created history at the 10th Sanda World Cup in Macau as Indian athlete Aparna clinched the countrys first gold medal in the Womens 52 kg Sanda category with a dominant performance. In the final, Aparna defeated the reigning Vietnamese world champion in straight sets to secure the gold medal. She had earlier defeated the Philippines athlete in the semi-final to enter the summit clash. The victory carried added significance as Aparna had previousl

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 14: The Central body of the All J&K +2 Lecturers Forum today held a UT-level meeting under the chairmanship of R S Salathia, Chairman of the Forum, for discussion over demands and issues of the lecturers. The meeting was attended by Pardeep Koul, Jammu Division President, and Mohd Younous Gurezi, Kashmir Division President, representing their respective divisions. Pardeep Singh Rakwal, Chief Advisor of the Forum, presided over the virtual session, while RK Padr

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 14: The 3rd International Conference on Research and Innovation in Science, Engineering & Technology (RISET2026) concluded at Yogananda College of Engineering & Technology with a valedictory session attended by academicians, researchers, industry experts and students from India and abroad. The session was graced by chief guest Ravinder Raina, senior leader and National Executive Member of BJP and guest of honour Dr Deepak Kumar, SDM Jammu North. The programme b

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, May 14: The police seized three vehicles loaded with bovine animals in Rajouri area last night. Reports said the police under the jurisdiction of Police Station Rajouri, continued its sustained crackdown on the bovine smuggling in the district. During last night multiple naka points were established across Rajouri to intercept bovine smuggling. During the drive police teams led by SHO Rajouri intercepted three vehicles- Tata Mobiles bearing registration Nos. JK02

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 14: Samba Police under the supervision of SSP Samba, Anuj Kumar has foiled a bovine smuggling attempt in the jurisdiction of Police Station (PS) Ghagwal and rescued seventeen (17) bovines. The vehicle used in the illegal transportation of bovines was also seized, officials said. They said acting on an information received from reliable sources, a team of Police Station, Ghagwal intercepted a truck bearing Registration Number JK19A-6155 at Naka NHW Tapyal which

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, May 14 : In a remarkable initiative aimed at extending healthcare facilities to the remotest border areas, the Health Department Poonch organised a comprehensive Free Medical Camp in the extremely forward and strategically sensitive Vibrant Village Dadote in Balakote-Mendhar sector of Poonch district, located barely 200 meters from the LoC. The initiative witnessed active participation of residents of the tiny border hamlet, which has a population of merely 36 com

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, May 14: In a major crackdown on the illegal mining activities, District Police Poonch took strong action against violators involved in unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals and seized 11 vehicles in this connection. Reports said that during a series of enforcement operations conducted by police teams, a total of 11 vehicles engaged in illegal mining activities were intercepted and seized. The seized vehicles include- three dumpers, one tipper, and

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 14: Police today said that under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan, coordinated anti-narcotics operations were carried out across multiple districts including Kulgam, Srinagar, Anantnag, Budgam, Qazigund and Baramulla. A police spokesperson said that illegal properties linked to drug peddlers were demolished in Kulgam and Anantnag, while a residential house and land worth around Rs. 1.20 crore was attached in Srinagar under the NDPS Act. In Anantnag, police al

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 14: Save Sharda Committee chairman, Ravinder Pandita called on Union Minister of Agriculture & Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chauhan here, today. He requested the Minister for widening of Chamkote to Teetwal road and setting up of Yatri Niwas on EP land available near Sharda temple LoC Teetwal Kashmir under his Ministry. This will promote border and religious tourism. The meeting was facilitated by Vivek Tankha , MP. The Minister assured to get it done a

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, May 14: An unknown vehicle hit a 14-year-old boy leaving him dead in Haribair area of Kaskoot in Banihal on Thursday. The deceased has been identified as Hauzifa Manzoor Zohda, son of Manzoor Ahmed Zohda. According to officials, the boy sustained grievous injuries after he was hit by the vehicle that fled the spot immediately after the accident. Locals rushed the injured teenager to Sub-District Hospital Banihal where he received initial treatment. However, doctor

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 14: The police seized seven tractors involved in illegal extraction of minor minerals during separate enforcement actions across Tral and Reshipora areas of Awantipora in south Kashmirs Pulwama district. A police spokesperson said the action was taken as part of ongoing efforts to curb unauthorized mining activities in the region. In the first incident, he said, Police Station Tral detected illegal mining in Gamraz area during routine patrolling and seized f

Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd) sanjeev662006@gmail.com Every city reveals its future in small scenes. In Jammu, one such scene is becoming painfully familiar. Outside busy markets, near dhabas and shopping complexes, at petrol pumps and busy chowks, young men sit astride bikes with delivery bags bearing the logos of Blinkit, Zomato, and Swiggy. They stare at their phones, waiting for the next order, the next ride, the next few rupees. There is nothing dishonorable in this work. Work is work. [] Th

By Anjan Roy KOLKATA: With Subhendu Adhikari sworn in as the first BJP chief minister of Bengal on Sunday May 10, an altogether new chapter is begun in the state. With that the recalcitrant, screaming Mamata Banerjee goes into the penumbra of political oblivion. At its mega swearing in ceremony on the Brigade Parade ground, BJP had harked back to its beginnings invoking memories of Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, who had established the Jan Sangh, precursor of present day [] The post BJPs Mega show