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MUMBAI, Jun 3: When temperatures soar and heat waves become more intense, drinking water alone may not be sufficient to keep the body properly hydrated, particularly as excessive sweating leads to the loss of essential electrolytes, caution health experts. Loss of water and important minerals from the body due to heat may lead to complications like dizziness, headache, muscle cramps, fatigue, they said. In the summer season, the body loses not only water but also electrolytes such as sodium, pot

Leh, Jun 3: In a landmark development, aimed at strengthening border habitation and improving the quality of life of residents living in remote frontier regions, Ladakh LG, Vinai Kumar Saxena, yesterday laid the foundation stone for the first Model Border Village at Chumur under the Government of Indias ambitious Vibrant Village Programme (VVP). Perched at an altitude of 16,700 feet along the Indo-China Border, Chumur houses 24 households with a population of 91 people, who are all engaged with

Jammu, June 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a committee headed by the Director General (Codes) to review the imposition of Additional Performance Security (APS) on contractors quoting Abnormally Low Bid (ALB) prices. See detail click here. The post J&K Govt Forms Panel To Review APS On Abnormally Low Bids appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

NEW DELHI, June 3: Online sensation Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Tuesday announced the appointment of three spokespersons in a move to expand its reach ahead of a protest it proposed against failures in the education system. In a post on X, the outfit founded by Abhijeet Dipke said investigative journalist Saurav Das would serve as its chief spokesperson, while political researcher and filmmaker Vijeta Dahiya and former management consultant Ashutosh Ranka would represent the organisation befo

SRINAGAR, Jun 3: The Government on Wednesday clarified that entry to Dachigam National Park remains fully open for visitors and no restrictions have been imposed on public access today. In an official statement, the Government spokesperson said the clarification was being issued in response to certain claims circulating regarding alleged restrictions on entry to Dachigam National Park on June 3, 2026. It is clarified that entry for all visitors to Dachigam National Park remains completely open a

NEW DELHI, June 3: Leading watchmaker Titan is betting big on premiumisation in the segment and expects watches above Rs 25,000 to contribute almost one-fourth of its revenue in around 2-3 years, a company official said. Titan is also expanding the store count of Helios and Helios Luxe, its retail chain that sells watches priced at Rs 25,000 and above, as the premium and accessible luxury segments are growing at 30 per cent CAGR, Titan Watch Division CEO Kuruvilla Markose [] The post Titan expec

MUMBAI, Jun 3: Debunking reports of gold sale, the Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday said there is no change in the physical stock of gold, which remains unchanged at 880.52 tonnes. The clarification from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) comes following reports that the RBI may have sold gold amounting to approximately USD 12 billion to shield its foreign-currency reserves from the impact of the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The RBI emphasises that these reports are not [] The post RBI Dismisse

NEW DELHI, Jun 3: A massive fire broke out in a bed and breakfast hotel in south Delhis Malviya Nagar on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people. Several of those killed are foreigners, mainly from Central Asia and Africa, officials said. Earlier in the day, officials said the fire started in Lemon Green Restaurant at 8.45 am. Police later clarified that the blaze was actually at the Flourish Stay B&B in Hauz Rani in the congested Malviya Nagar area. More [] The post 21 Killed In Fire In South Del

Anantnag, June 3: In a major action against the narcotics network, Anantnag Police on Wednesday attached a residential property worth nearly 60 lakh belonging to an alleged notorious drug peddler under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Police said the attached property comprises a two-storey concrete residential house built on six marlas of land, with an estimated market value of around 60 lakh. The property belongs to Aasif Hussain Khan alias Soab Don,

DUBAI, Jun 3: Kuwait said Wednesday it had suspended commercial flights after an Iranian drone attack hit the countrys airport, injuring a number of people hours after Iran and the United States traded missile strikes in the region. The attacks came after Iran stopped communicating with mediators about extending a ceasefire in the war with the U.S. and Israel, according to reports Tuesday from two semiofficial Iranian news agencies. U.S. President Donald Trump disputed that claim and said talks

NEW DELHI, Jun 3: Nearly 40,000 students have availed the verification and re-evaluation facility and completed the application process successfully without any issues till Wednesday morning, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) said. The board said payment gateways of State Bank of India (SBI), Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda and Indian Bank are available on the Verification and Re-evaluation portal, adding that students are not required to have an account with these banks to complete th

Srinagar, Jun 3: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wensday dismissed reports suggesting that an important meeting of ministers, legislators and Members of Parliament was shifted at the last moment from his Gupkar residence to Chashma Shahi. In a post on X, the Chief Minister clarified that the venue had not been changed abruptly and that the decision to hold the meeting at an off-site location had been made well in advance. Im sorry to disappoint you but [] The post CM Omar Abdul

OSLO, Jun 3: R. Praggnanandhaa has long maintained that facing Magnus Carlsen inspires rather than intimidates him, bringing out the best in him as was evident from the young Indian Grandmasters second successive win over the world No. 1 at Norway Chess. The 20-year-old Indian star produced another statement result on Tuesday, handing Carlsen his second classical defeat of the tournament this year and tightening his charge towards a historic title no Indian has ever won. I think beating him [] T

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NEW DELHI, Jun 3: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday wrote to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, saying the Great Nicobar Island Project as presently conceived is overwhelmingly a commercial enterprise and the unique biodiversity of the area is being endangered. In his response to Yadavs letter of May 27 which was a reply to his earlier letter, Ramesh said his letter on May 10 was a simple plea to comply, in letter and spirit, with the law in assessing [] The post Great Nicobar

SRINAGAR, Jun 3: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) unit of police on Wednesday carried out raids in several districts of the valley in a case related to terror activities, officials said. The officials said based on recent intelligence inputs, technical analysis and sustained investigation, they had identified eight locations in six districts where searches were conducted in the early hours of Wednesday. The searches were conducted at two places each in Srinagar and Bandipora districts; and one

New Delhi, June 3: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has made vigilance clearance mandatory for the release of pensionary and retirement benefits of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) officers belonging to the AGMUT cadre. As per the directions issued by the Ministry, pension and other post-retirement dues of retiring officers will not be processed unless their vigilance status is verified and clearance is obtained from the competent authority. The order aims to

MULLANPUR, Jun 2: Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi Dar, whose non-selection in the Indian Test squad invited widespread criticism, has been summoned by the team management along with five others to bowl in the nets ahead of the one-off Test against Afghanistan starting June 6. Besides Auqib, wiry UP leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari, who plays for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, has also been asked to bowl in the nets as the Afghanistan team is expected to have a few [] The post Auqib, Prince among

NEW YORK, Jun 2 : About 30 individuals from India, found to be living in the US illegally and working as commercial truck drivers, have been arrested as part of a federal operation and will soon be deported. The US Customs and Border Protection said in a statement Monday that during the week of May 11-15, Border Patrol agents from Yuma Sector in Arizona arrested 52 individuals during Operation Checkmate for being in the US illegally, including 36 who were [] The post 30 Indians living and workin

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, June 2: India and Germany today explored a future-oriented partnership primarily in quantum satellite communication and quantum communication, as also in photonics, Space technologies and deep-tech innovation when Mario Voigt, Minister-President of the State of Thuringia, Germany, currently on India visit, called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances,

NEW DELHI, Jun 2 : Prasar Bharatis digital streaming platform WAVES OTT has crossed one crore registered users, marking a significant milestone in the growth of Indias public service digital media ecosystem, the public broadcaster said in a statement on Tuesday. Prasar Bharati said the platform has emerged as one of the countrys largest public streaming destinations, offering free access to more than 24,000 content titles, over 15,000 hours of programming and 140 live television channels. Accord

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 2: Senior National Conference leader and Minister Sakeena Itoo today launched a sharp attack on Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti, accusing her of being power hungry and placing political ambitions above the interests of the people of J&K. Click here to watch video Speaking to reporters, Itoo alleged that Mufti chose to ally with the BJP in pursuit of power despite an offer of unconditional support from Omar Abdullah that, she claimed,

Jammu & Kashmirs Urban Transformation Story Ashish Anand The urban transformation currently unfolding across Jammu & Kashmir is no longer limited to isolated infrastructure upgrades or cosmetic beautification exercises. What is emerging instead is a strategic, integrated, and future-oriented model of city development driven by strong institutional leadership, aggressive execution, and a long-term vision for sustainable urban growth. At the center of this transformation stand Jammu Smart City Lim

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 2: J&K Bank today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Kakryal, Katra, under its Corporate Salary Package (CSP), enabling the universitys employees to avail a range of customised banking benefits and preferential financial services. The agreement was signed at the office of the Vice Chancellor of SMVDU. Registrar Ajay Kumar Sharma and J&K Bank Zonal Head (Udhampur) Lalit Prakash signed the MoU on behalf of

Muftis unity letter is drama, childish act Suhail Bhat Srinagar, June 2 Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma today said that the National Conferences meeting of legislators and allies, scheduled this week, is not a routine political meeting but a floor test being conducted by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah because of growing dissatisfaction within the ruling coalition. Click here to watch video Speaking to reporters here, the BJP leader said that the Chief Minister was worried about his support

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, June 2: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), Indias leading test preparation institute, proudly announces the commendable performance of its students from Udhampur in JEE Advanced 2026, one of the most competitive engineering entrance examinations in the country. The results were announced today. A total of 2 students from the Udhampur centre have successfully qualified JEE Advanced 2026, reflecting their dedication, perseverance and commitment towards ac

Jammu and Kashmirs industrial ambitions risk becoming a monument to missed opportunities. For a Union Territory that has aggressively marketed itself as an emerging investment destination hosting elaborate investor summits, promising land banks, and pledging speedy approvals the ground reality is painfully different. Industrial growth remains largely stalled, and at the heart of this stagnation lies one stubborn, unresolved crisis: the chronic unavailability of industrial land. The numbers tel

Top Bollywood, Hollywood personalities to attend *Major tourist destinations being finalized to screen movies Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, June 2: For the first time, Jammu and Kashmir will host International Film Festival from September 7-11 this year with participation of top Bollywood and Hollywood personalities and screening of hit movies from across the world. The event has been named as Ist International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) with its inaugural and concluding functions schedu

PDP chief misrepresenting facts: CM Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 2: A call for political unity in Jammu and Kashmir devolved into a public spat on Tuesday after PDP president Mehbooba Mufti claimed Chief Minister Omar Abdullah ignored her meeting requests, a charge Abdullah swiftly denied and accused her of misrepresenting facts to score political points. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In a letter posted on social media addressed to the Chief Minister and leaders across

Review arrangement for future: Pilgrims Nawshaba Iqbal Srinagar, June 2: The first batch of 144 Haj pilgrims from J&K returned to Srinagar today after completing the annual pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The returning pilgrims, including 74 men and 70 women, were received by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and their family members at the airport, with several alleging poor arrangements by the Haj Committee of India during this years pilgrimage. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Welcoming

No loss of human life, livestock Sanjeev K Sharma KISHTWAR, June 2: Heavy rains triggered flash floods brought natures fury in the mountainous Kishtwar district on Tuesday affecting some roads and hitting two water supply schemes. However, there was no loss of human life or any damage to livestock. The affected areas were Sarthal Gahan and Machipal. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Eyewitnesses informed that the rivulets were overflowing and debris hit many places on NH 244 in [] T

Panel seeks mining ban, river restoration Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, June 2: More than 15 lakh tonnes of boulders, sand and gravel were illegally extracted from the Sukhnag stream in district Budgam, according to a report submitted by a supervisory committee to the National Green Tribunal (NGT). The report was filed in connection with a petition by environmental activist Dr Raja Muzaffar Bhat and will be taken up by the Tribunal on July 13, when further action in the case is [] The post 15 lakh ton

Every year, lakhs of Indians die on the nations roads and public spaces not merely because of the severity of their injuries but because help did not arrive in time. The statistics are sobering. India accounts for nearly 11 per cent of global road accident fatalities. A significant proportion of these deaths is preventable. Victims who reach the hospital within the golden hour have dramatically higher survival rates, yet the majority never make it in time. The reasons are [] The post Directive

*Rs 100 crore project expected to boost tourism, create jobs Govind Sharma JAMMU, June 2: Jammu and Kashmir is set to enter a new era of inland water tourism with the introduction of river cruise services at multiple locations across the Union Territory under a major infrastructure initiative being implemented by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The ambitious project, which envisages the development of floating jetties and modern pass

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, June 2: Hailstorms, heavy rains and gusty winds caused widespread damage to crops and orchards across several parts of Kashmir today while a man was killed and his wife critically injured after a tree fell on them in Anantnag district. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp An ageing tree collapsed and fell on a couple near the Janglat Mandi-Lal Chowk road in Anantnag amid gusty winds. The deceased was identified as Mohammad Rafiq Kujwal of Utross. [] Th

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired the 9th Governing Body Meeting of the Royal Springs Golf Course (RSGC) at SKICC, where a comprehensive review of the functioning, infrastructure, finances and future development plans of the premier golfing destination was undertaken. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani and members of the Governing Body which include Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secr

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 2: Rajiv Gandhi College of Nursing (RGCN), Chak Bhalwal, Jammu, organized its lamp lighting and oath ceremony with great enthusiasm and solemnity, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of nursing students as they formally entered the noble profession of nursing. The programme was graced by Dr Sanjogita Soodan, Deputy Medical Superintendent, Super Speciality Hospital, Jammu, as the chief guest. Among the distinguished dignitaries present were

CHANDIGARH/GURDASPUR, June 2: An explosion took place in the emergency ward of a private hospital in Punjabs Gurdaspur district on Tuesday, shattering door glass and windowpanes. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Gurdaspur Senior Superintendent of Police, Aditya said Kalanaur police station received information about a loud sound at Multani Hospital, located near the bus stand in Kalanaur area. No one was hurt in the incident. Upon receiving information, the Deputy Superintendent of

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, June 2: The Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), Jammu today concluded the Inter-Zonal District Level Competitions in Volleyball Under-14 and Under-17 years for girls and Handball Under-17 years for girls at MA Stadium Jammu and SD Sabha School, Rehari. Simultaneously, the Inter-Zonal District Level Cricket Competition for Under-14 boys was held at Khel Gaon, Nagrota. In Handball, Zone Satwari clinched the Under-14 girls title by defeating Zone Ga

Project may be completed in Feb 2028 Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, June 2: The much-awaited breakthrough of the Zojila Tunnel is expected on June 9, bringing the all-weather connectivity project between Kashmir and Ladakh a step closer to completion, officials said today. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari is expected to attend the breakthrough ceremony, which will mark the meeting of the tunnels two ends after years of excavation beneath the Zojila Pass. Follow the Daily Exc

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 2: The 1st PTF India Open International Taekwondo Championships 2026 concluded at Sher-i-Kashmir Indoor Stadium, Srinagar, marking a significant milestone in the promotion of professional Taekwondo in India. The championship, organized by Professional Taekwondo Federation India (PTFI) under the aegis of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF), witnessed participation of over 400 athletes from across India and six countries, showcasing high-level

NEW DELHI, June 2: India on Tuesday strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in the joint communiqu issued after the 8th round of the European Union-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue, asserting that those with no locus standi should refrain from commenting on the countrys internal affairs. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Responding to media queries during the weekly briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India categorically rejects the re

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, June 2: Lieutenant General, P K Mishra, General Officer Commanding (GOC), White Knight Corps, accompanied by the General Officer Commanding Romeo force Major General Vijay Mahadevan visited the general area of Gambhir Mughlan to review the progress of Operation Sheruwali and assess the prevailing operational situation on the ground. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp During the visit, the Corps Commander was briefed on the operational design, ongoing

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, June 2: The sixth yoga session under the 40-day countdown to International Yoga Day 2026 was organized at RMPS, Chowadhi by the Indian Yoga Association (IYA), Jammu Chapter, under the chairmanship of Dr Shreyansh Kumar Jain, State Yoga Commissioner and Chairman, IYA Jammu. The programme was presided over by Rameshwar Mengi, Chairman, Shiksha Niketan Group of Institutions, and organized under the guidance of Dr Rakshan Mengi, Director, RMPS, who welcomed memb

JAMMU, Jun 2: Two cloudbursts struck Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district on Tuesday, triggering flash floods and road blockades in several areas, officials said. No loss of life has been reported so far, they added. The cloudbursts occurred in Sarthals Gahan area and Machhipal, prompting the district administration to launch restoration operations, deploy machinery for road clearance and issue a weather advisory warning residents against venturing near vulnerable water bodies. Union Minister Ji

NEW DELHI, Jun 2: Senior bureaucrats Lokhande Prashant Sitaram and Varun Bhardwaj were on Tuesday appointed as the CBSEs new chairperson and secretary, after the incumbents were shunted out amid the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system row. Sitaram, a 2001 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram, and Union Territories or AGMUT cadre, is currently an additional secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) led

New Delhi, June 2: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have conducted the successful flight tests of RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile from an airborne platform. The tests were conducted under extreme release conditions with critical trajectory, establishing the capability of all subsystems. The missiles, after release, were guided to a predefined target with pin-point accuracy. All the test objectives were fully met as confirmed by the flight data ca

JAMMU, June 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has invited nominations for the prestigious Chief Ministers Award for Honesty, Integrity and Meritorious Public Service-2026, aimed at recognising outstanding government employees for exemplary public service. According to a notification issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), the award will be conferred on deserving government officials who have demonstrated exceptional honesty, integrity and dedication in the discharge of their dut