Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Sept 17: BJP today launched a massive blood donation campaign in Jammu and Kashmir to mark the birthday of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, celebrating his lifelong commitment to service, humility, and dedication to the nation and society. The campaign also marks the beginning of the Seva Pakhwada (Service Fortnight) being observed from September 17, the birthday of Prime Minister, Modi, to October 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. In Jammu region, the camp

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Sept 17: J&K Bank today organized a workshop on financing through Electronic Negotiable Warehouse Receipts (eNWR) at its Corporate Headquarters in Srinagar. The daylong event, held in collaboration with the Warehouse Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) and National E-Repository Limited (NERL), aimed to spread awareness about eNWR-based financing and promote digital solutions for the agricultural sector. The workshop saw participation from farmers, Farmer

LAHORE, Sep 17: Pakistani Sikh leaders and the Evacuee Trust Property Board on Wednesday urged the Indian government to allow Sikh pilgrims to participate in the commemorative event marking Guru Nanak Devs death anniversary at Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur on September 22. Following the Pahalgam terror attack in April, India has closed the Attari-Wagah border. ETPB, the body responsible for the upkeep of minority religious sites in Pakistan, said that Sikh devotees from India have been unab

KOTA (RJ), Sep 17: Lok Sabha Speaker and Kota-Bundi MP Om Birla on Wednesday described Prime Minister Narendra Modis life as a source of inspiration as he dedicated every moment since childhood to serve the society and the nation. Birla, along with Rajasthan Energy Minister Heeralal Nagar and Education Minister Madan Dilawar, participated in several events in Kota as part of the Seva Pakhwada (service fortnight) being observed to mark the prime ministers 75th birthday. The Speaker inaugurated

Symbol of hope, lifeline for around 1.5 lakh people *Distributes fruits to patients at JLNM Hospital Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Sept 17: On the occasion of commencement of fortnight-long Sewa Pakhwada, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha virtually inaugurated Bailey bridge on Ramban-Gool road today. He dedicated the bridge to the people of Ramban. He expressed gratitude to the brave engineers of the Army who had worked tirelessly and under challenging conditions to build the Bailey bridge. Cl

DUBAI, Sept 17: Pacer Junaid Siddique and Amritsar born left-arm spinner Simranjeet Singh were exceptional in their execution but Pakistans late-order surge got them to a fighting 146 for nine in a do-or-die Asia Cup group match here on Wednesday. The match started an hour late as Pakistan threatened a pull-out after the handshake fiasco during the previous game against India before Salman Aghas team climbed down and showed up for the game. Simranjeet (3/26 in 4 overs) and Junaid [] The post Sha

Excelsior Correspondent DELHI, Sept 17: On 75th birthday of PM Narendra Modi, Swami Ramdev of Patanjali Yogpeeth has announced scholarships for meritorious students and free treatment for liver ailments across the country. Addressing a press conference here today, Swami Ramdev said that the students standing first, second and third in CBSE, BSB (Bhartiya Shiksha Board) or State Board exams will be awarded cash prizes from Rs. 11,000 to Rs. 51,000 by Patanjali Yogpeeth to boost their morale. He a

WASHINGTON, Sep 17: Meta is expected to show off artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses at its Connect developer conference Wednesday as CEO Mark Zuckerberg continues to evangelise the glasses as the next step in human-computer interactions. Last years Meta Connect was far less metaverse and far more AI. Expect this years event to be virtually dominated by AI, specifically AI glasses and superintelligence, said Forrester research director Mike Proulx. While Meta has the head start on AI

NEW DELHI, Sep 17: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called up PM Narendra Modi to wish him on his 75th birthday today. PM Modi said he was delighted to learn about the New Strategic EU-India Agenda adopted today and said that India is ready to take the partnership with the EU to the next level. The two leaders also reaffirmed their commitment for concluding the India-EU FTA negotiations before the end of the year. PM Modi said in [] The post EU President Ursula Von Der Leyen ph

CM interacts with locals at Thard *Inaugurates Transport Bhawan Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Sept 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited the affected stretch of NH-44 at Thard Udhampur to take stock of the ongoing restoration works. He was accompanied by Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs; Balwant Singh Mankotia, MLA Chenani; Saloni Rai, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur; Amod Ashok Nagpure, SSP Udhampur; Adil Hamid, SSP Traffic; b

One year ago, the J&K Trade Promotion Organisation drafted what was touted as a breakthrough-the J&K Procurement Preference Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs), 2024. It promised to reshape the industrial landscape of the Union Territory, finally providing local entrepreneurs a level playing field against outside competitors. On paper, it was bold and ambitious: 30% mandatory procurement from J&K-based units, removal of barriers like Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) and tender fees, prefer

New India doesnt fear any nuclear threats World saw terrorist weeping, recounting plight DHAR (Madhya Pradesh), Sept 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said Indian soldiers brought Pakistan to its knees in the blink of an eye during Operation Sindoor. He was addressing a gathering after laying the foundation stone for the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Modi als

India capable of directly confronting enemies HYDERABAD, Sept 17:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday virtually rejected US President Donald Trumps claims of intervening to stop the Indo-Pak conflict following Operation Sindoor, saying the action against terrorists was not suspended due to any third-party mediation. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking at the Hyderabad Liberation Day celebrations organised by the Union Government here, he said Operation Sindoor would re

Terrorism, naxalism threats to nations development Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Sept 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that during the past 11 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modis rule, terrorists and their sponsors have been pushed to the wall. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a gathering after distributing fruits to the patients at JLNM Hospital here as part of Sewa Pakhwada to celebrate the 75th Birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the LG said that terr

VISAKHAPATNAM, Sept 17: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said the next generation GST reforms will infuse Rs 2 lakh crore into the economy, leaving people with more cash in hand that otherwise would have gone as taxes. Addressing the Outreach and Interaction Program on Next Gen GST Reforms, she also said, following the tax reforms, 99 per cent of goods under the 12 per cent GST slab have moved to five per cent. The rejig has resulted in [] The post GST reforms to inject Rs

No meetings, no Master Plans; objectives remain unfulfilled Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Sept 17: More than three years after the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Government constituted and reconstituted several Development Authorities under the J&K Development Act, 1970, most of these bodies remain dormant as neither meetings have been convened nor Master Plans prepared thereby defeating the very purpose of their creation. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per Section 3 of the J&K Dev

LAB to intensify stir if not called for talks Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Sept 17: The Leh Apex Body (LAB), spearheading agitation for Sixth Schedule and Statehood to Ladakh along with Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), has decided to remove leaders of political parties from its delegation which will negotiate with the Centre on its demands. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp LAB co-chairman Chering Dorjay Lakrook told the Excelsior that Thupstan Chhewang, who had resigned from the

When 20-year-old Anekha Devi of Machhedi village in Kathua district was named in the Indian squad for the inaugural Womens Blind T20 World Cup, it was more than just an individual triumph. It is the story of a young girl from a remote hamlet, born with B2-level visual impairment, who dared to dream beyond the boundaries of her modest background. The daughter of a daily wager and the eldest among four siblings, Anekhas journey from a kachha house in the [] The post From Kathua to Team India appea

Will ensure 2 rooms under Govt schemes before winter Hopes Centre will extend good package to J&K Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Sept 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today announced five marlas land at a new location for the people where land has sunk or is sinking damaging their houses and structures following heavy rains saying he has asked the administration to draft proposal for consideration and approval of the Cabinet. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking to reporters and [] The

Victims demand Punjab, HP type package Avtar Bhat UDHAMPUR, Sept 17: While the spread of epidemic haunts the 33 families of village Omara in Sundla Panchayat of Majalta tehsil in district Udhmpur whose houses were totally damaged during landslides trigged by incessant rains in the area on September 3, the flood victims of rest parts of Jammu region are eagerly waiting for their rehabilitation in safer areas with restoration of road network and a relief package on pattern of Punjab [] The post Sp

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Sept 17: Resumed early this morning after 22 days, the pilgrimage to Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta Hills was once again suspended in the evening because of bad weather. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Officials sources told the Excelsior that within hours of its resumption, the pilgrimage was once again stopped at 5 pm for avoiding any untoward incident as the weather suddenly turned inclement amid rains at various places. Click here to watch

PATNA, Sept 17: The Patna High Court on Wednesday directed the Congress to take off from its social media handles an AI-generated video depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Acting Chief Justice P B Bajanthri passed the order on a petition filed by advocate Vivekanand Singh and others, who had called the video a defamatory publication and violative of restraints placed on political parties under the Representation of the People

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Sept 17: The Supreme Court has dismissed the pleas of J&K Government challenging the judgment of the Division Bench of High Court with regard to the absorption of hundreds of constables (operators) in J&K Police whose services were terminated after writ court directions way back in 2014. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The 10-year old 5th round of litigation came to an end after the Supreme Court dismissed the SLP of Government of J&K by [] The po

NEW DELHI, Sept 17:The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the CAQM, CPCB and State Pollution Control Boards to come out with measures to prevent air pollution within three weeks, ahead of winter when pollution levels spike. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The top court was hearing a suo motu plea related to filling of vacancies in the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and state pollution boards, and pulled them up for [] The

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Sept 17: The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the appointment of Bipul Pathak, a 1992 batch IAS officer of AGMUT cadre, as Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary (Home) in the Government of NCT of Delhi with immediate effect. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Pathak has earlier served in key positions in Jammu and Kashmir, including as Director General of the J&K Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development. Meanwhi

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Sept 17: National Conference president and former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah today rejected claims that the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was being deliberately blocked to hurt the Valleys fruit industry. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Speaking to reporters in Anantnag, Abdullah said the repeated damage to the highway, resulting in its prolonged closures, was the wrath of the Almighty. Click here to watch video There was no deliberate at

Ashok Ogra Student and youth protests have long acted as powerful accelerators in the course of history as they are the first to rise when change is needed. What often starts as a small spark on a university campus can quickly spread and shake entire nations. This year alone, countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal have seen how student and youth anger can grow overnight into massive movements that topple leaders who once seemed untouchable. Admittedly, interim Governments have [] The po

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Sept 17: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) today arrested two employees of the Power Development Department (PDD) for demanding a bribe for the realignment of an electric pole. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The ACB said it received a written complaint alleging that public servants had demanded a bribe of Rs 50,000 for the realignment of an electric pole installed on the complainants property at Sempora, Pantha Chowk. The employees have been ident

Vishal Sharma International relations at best of times are all smoke and mirrors. India-US relationship has turned rocky recently much to everyones surprise. Relationship between two countries- more so when influential countries like India and US are involved- does not exist as an isolated subset in the wider set of relations. Such a relationship influences other relationships just as it is influenced by them in the wider international setting. In this case, Russia, China and Pakistan have had a

Tujhe Malum Hai Mera Baap Kaun Hai? By Poonam I Kaushish Circa January 2011: Jasmine Revolution. No, it has nothing to do with flower power, but peoples power uprising in tiny Tunisia. Wherein, the sheer force of 10 million inhabitants overthrew a corrupt autocrat and his greedy wife. The citizens uprising reverberated next in Egypt where President Mubarak was forced to step down. Ringing the curtain down on 30 long years of despotic rule. And the rest is history. Circa [] The post Nepals Nepo L

Krishika Gupta Climate change is no longer a distant concern, it is our daily reality. The scorching summers, the devastating floods during monsoon, and the bone-chilling winters we are witnessing across the globe are not isolated events. They are recurring patterns, a new normal shaped by global warming and reckless human activities. For decades, scientists have been warning us that unchecked use of fossil fuels, rampant deforestation, and unsustainable lifestyles are disturbing natures balanc

Srinagar, Sep 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday caught two officials of the Power Development Department red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000 at Sempora on the outskirts of Srinagar. Officials identified those arrested as a Junior Engineer and a Section Officer, both posted in the Electric Division Panthachowk. Acting on a complaint, an ACB team laid a trap and apprehended the duo while they were allegedly demanding and receiving the bribe amount. The

DHAR/HYDERABAD, Sep 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said Indian soldiers brought Pakistan to its knees in the blink of an eye during Operation Sindoor and the world saw a terrorist crying, comments coming after terror outfit JeMs commander admitted losses suffered by the family of its chief. Addressing a mega gathering in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh on his 75th birthday, he asserted the New India does not fear any nuclear threats and enters the enemys house and [] The post Worl

Mullanpur, Sep 17 : Smriti Mandhana smashed the second-fastest ODI century by an Indian woman as the hosts handed Australia their heaviest defeat a 102-run thrashing in the second ODI to level the three-match series 1-1 here on Wednesday. Mandhanas onslaught of 117 off only 91 balls with 14 fours and four sixes in the first half powered India to their highest-ever total of 292, and despite plenty of dropped catches, the hosts recorded a huge win by [] The post Smriti Mandhanas Ton Powers 102-R

Jammu, Sep 17: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday visited the Tharad village on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in the Udhampur district to review the ongoing restoration work, officials said. This visit by the DGP follows a high-level meeting on Tuesday chaired by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to review the status of the highway, which has remained closed for heavy vehicles following massive damage caused by heavy rai

SRINAGAR, Sep 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the newly constructed Transport Bhawan at Bemina, Srinagar, marking a major step towards bringing all transport-related services under one roof and strengthening the office infrastructure of Transport Department in Jammu and Kashmir. The Bhawan will serve as a central hub for transport administration and services, housing the offices of the Transport Commissioner J&K, Joint Transport Commissioner, Regional Transport Office (RTO) Ka

Srinagar, Sep 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha ON Wednesday said terrorism and naxalism are threats to the nations development and completely dismantling their ecosystem will ensure peace in the country. The Lt Governor attended the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan-Healthy Women, Empowered Families campaign a national health initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 16-day campaign will strengthen screening, maternal health services, lifestyle counselling

Srinagar, Sep 17: Former Hurriyat Conference chairman Abdul Gani Bhat died at his Sopore residence in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday at the age of 90, his family said. Bhat, who was largely confined to his residence at Sopore in Baramulla district due to ill health over the past few years, breathed his last this evening, Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said. I just received a call from Bhat Sahibs son confirming the sad news about the demise of the [] The post Former Hurriyat Chief Abdul G

GUWAHATI, Sep 17: Hosts India have been clubbed with United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka and Nepal in Group H of the BWF World Junior Championships mixed team event after a redraw prompted by the withdrawal of the Cook Islands. The Suhandinata Cup, featuring 36 nations, returning to India after 17 years, will be staged from October 6 to 19 at the National Centre of Excellence here. India, seeded second, retained its place in Group H, while UAE and Sri Lanka [] The post India to face UAE, Sri Lanka a

BUDGAM, Sep 17: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today inaugurated the much-anticipated macadamization works on vital road connecting Chadoora to Brenwar. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, the Speaker emphasized on the Governments commitment to upgrading rural infrastructure. This road is a lifeline for the people of this area. Its macadamization will not only end the long-standing difficulties faced by the residents but will also act as a catalyst fo

LEH, Sept 17: The Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh has assigned Kaneez Fatima, JKAS, Headquarter Assistant to Deputy Commissioner Kargil, the additional charge of Deputy Registrar Cooperative Societies, Kargil, in addition to her own duties. She replaces Dr Zakir Hussain, Officer In-charge of Pashmina Goat Farm, Khangral, who has been relieved of the charge with immediate effect. See Order Copy Click Here The post Kaneez Fatima Gets Addl Charge Of Deputy Registrar Cooperative Societie

Katra/Jammu, Sep 17 : After a 22-day suspension due to a deadly landslide and continuous heavy rainfall, the pilgrimage to revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district resumed on Wednesday, bringing smiles on the faces of the devotees. However, the respite was short-lived, as the shrine board once again suspended the yatra amid inclement weather this evening after allowing 2,500 pilgrims during the day, the officials said. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sh

Leh, Sept 17: The Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh has ordered the posting of Dr Zakir Hussain, Incharge Assistant Director (RMF, Matho), Sheep Husbandry Department, as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at Ladakh Bhawan, Chandigarh, with immediate effect. See Order Copy Click Here The post Dr Zakir Hussain Posted As OSD At Ladakh Bhawan Chandigarh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Sopore, Sep 17 : Former Hurriyat leader Prof Abdul Gani Bhat passed away on Wednesday evening at his residence in North Kashmirs Sopore. Family sources confirmed that Bhat, a resident of Botingoo Sopore in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, breathed his last at his residence after a brief illness. A prominent political figure, he remained active in Kashmirs separatist politics for several decades. According to the family, details regarding his funeral prayers will be announced later. He co-found

Jammu, Sep 17: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday inspected the ongoing road restoration works at the severely damaged Tharad area along the vital Jammu-Srinagar national highway. This is his second visit to the area amid mounting concerns over hundreds of trucks including those carrying Kashmiri apples to outside markets and essential supplies like fuel to the Valley being stranded there. On Tuesday, Abdullah participated in a high-level virtual meeting chaired by Uni

DUBAI, Sep 17: Pakistans cricket team on Wednesday refused to leave its hotel for the must-win Asia Cup group match against the UAE after the countrys demand to have Andy Pycroft removed as match referee was rejected for a second time by the ICC. Pakistan had held Pycroft responsible for the embarrassment it faced after Indian players refused to shake hands following their match on Sunday as a mark of solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. Pycroft [] The post ICC Rejects Pak

PATHANKOT, Sept 17 : Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh today visited several villages of Pathankot district in Punjab to assess the damage caused to the public infrastructure during the recent floods. Accompanied by administration team led by Deputy Commissioner Pathankot, Aditya Uppal and Superintendent of Police Dhillon, the Union Minister issued several on the spot instructions which were promptly followed up, to the great satisfaction and joy of local people. The Union Minister visited villag

Jammu, Sept 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has directed All India Services (AIS) officers serving in the Union Territory to submit their option forms for shifting from the National Pension Scheme (NPS) to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) by September 30, 2025. See Order Copy Click Here. The post AIS Officers Posted In J&K Asked to Submit Option Forms For UPS By Sept 30 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

MOSCOW, Sept 17: The widow of Alexei Navalny said Wednesday that two independent labs have found that her husband was poisoned shortly before his death in a Russian prison. Navalny, who crusaded against official corruption and staged massive anti-Kremlin protests as President Vladimir Putins fiercest foe, died in the Arctic penal colony in February 2024. He was serving a 19-year sentence that he believed to be politically motivated. Authorities said that the politician became ill after a walk b

WINDSOR (UK), Sept 17: US President Donald Trump arrived at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, kicking off a two-day state visit to Britain as the guest of King Charles III. The presidents Marine One helicopter landed in the private Walled Garden at the Windsor estate. Prince William and his wife Catherine were on hand to meet the president and first lady Melania Trump, walking them over to be greeted by the king and Queen Camilla. Carriages have been polished, hundreds [] The post King Charles III g