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CHANDIGARH, Apr 7: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has asked judicial officers not to use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot to write judgments and conduct legal research. A letter issued by the high court registrar-general on Monday to all district and sessions judges in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh stated that the Chief Justice has asked them to direct the judicial officers working under your control not to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited [] The

JAMMU, Apr 7: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has nominated new Administrative Judges for Kulgam and Poonch districts following the retirement of Justice Javed Iqbal Wani. As per an order issued by the Registrar General, Justice Rajesh Sekhri has been appointed as Administrative Judge for District Kulgam, while Justice Mohd Yousuf Wani will serve as Administrative Judge for District Poonch. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post High Court Appoints Administrative Judges For Kulgam, Po

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New Delhi, Apr 7: The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that all issues concerning installation of CCTVs in police stations across the country would be sorted out within two weeks. Attorney General R Venkataramani told a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta that he was taking stock of the issue and a lot of things were happening. The Union Home Secretary also appeared in court in pursuance of the apex courts April 6 order asking him [] The post CCTVs In Police Stations: All Iss

New Delhi, Apr 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished for the excellent health of all fellow citizens and urged everyone to make all possible effort to keep themselves healthy. On the occasion of World Health Day, he also expressed gratitude to all those who dedicate themselves tirelessly to the service of others and work towards a healthier planet. On World Health Day, I wish for the excellent health of all my fellow citizens. I urge everyone to make [] The post World Health Day: PM

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Jammu, Apr 7 : Vehicular traffic was restored on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on Tuesday after clearing of landslides that blocked road connectivity in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir for a day. Traffic was restored on the highway on Tuesday morning following clearance of landslides, a traffic police officer said. According to an official update, passenger vehicles are now allowed to ply from both directions Jammu to Srinagar and vice versa on the highway. Vehicular movement was []

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today launched a mega plantation drive across Jammu and Kashmir from SRML Higher Secondary School (HSS) here to instil the sprit of environmental protection and green development among students. MLAs Qaysar Jamshaid Lone; Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi and Showkat Hussain Ganie; MD ICDS, Sajad Hussain

Dharmendra Pradhan A Moment of National Renewal Every year, when school gates open to a new academic session, India witnesses one of its most profound acts of collective resolve. Across mountains and coasts, in cities and remote villages, millions of children-sometimes inspite of challenging personal circumstances belying their young lives step into their classrooms with fresh vigour, new aspirations and immense possibilities. It is a quiet yet powerful national moment. This year too nearly two

Directs authorities to accord highest priority to roads, water, power supply Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 6: Reviewing the status of the proposed airport at Udhampur for civilian operations, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed today that the process of land transfer has commenced with the concurrence of the UT government. He added that meanwhile, the tender for fabrication work has already been floated to start ATR flights from the existing premises in next few months. Click here

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: Amid the evolving global energy situation triggered by ongoing crises in West Asia, Sanjay Aggarwal, Chairperson FADA today expressed concerns over fuel affordability and stressed urgent need for sustainable mobility solutions. In a statement issued, FADA chairperson raised the issue of high Value Added Tax (VAT) on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Jammu & Kashmir. Aggarwal said, Currently, CNG attracts a VAT of 21% in the Union Territory, making it significa

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: To review the performance of Banks and line departments for the first three quarters of Financial Year 2025-26 ended December 31st, 2025, the 18th meeting of the Union Territory Level Bankers Committee was held here today. The meeting presided over by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, was attended by Additional Chief Secretary Ashish Chandra Verma, MD & CEO J&K Bank Amitava Chatterjee (Convenor J&K UTLBC), Regional Director Reserve Bank of India Chandra Shekhar A

Sat hoists party flag at Trikuta Nagar Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, celebrated its 47th Foundation Day today with great enthusiasm and organizational fervor across the Union Territory. The celebrations were led by J&K BJP president and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma CA, along with general secretary (Organization), Ashok Koul and other senior leaders. The party flag was hoisted at the party Headquarters, district and Mandal o

*Announces AWS for Banihal, Ramsoo, Gool Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Apr 6: Reviewing the healthcare sector of district Ramban, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced that he had donated from his MP fund critical care ambulance costing Rs 88 lakh rupees. He directed the Chief Medical Officer to address the shortage of gynaecologists in the district to ensure improved maternal healthcare services. Dr Singh suggested setting up science museums in Government schools across the district to p

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: A delegation of the All Jammu and Kashmir Jatt Sabha today called on the Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah and submitted a memorandum of demands. The delegation was led by the president of the Sabha and former Minister, S Manjit Singh. Manjit Singh, while submitting the memorandum, demanded that a statue of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the first Maharaja of Greater Punjab and parts of Jammu and Kashmir, be installed in Jammu district in his memory. The [] The post All

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: Bringing down the curtain on a decade-old Public Interest Litigation concerning facilities for blind students in Jammu and Kashmir, a Division Bench of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh Comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal has closed the proceedings after the Government reported substantial compliance with the issues raised in the petition, while granting liberty to the petitioner to re-approach the court if the need arises in future.

KOLKATA, Apr 6: Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings shared a point apiece after their Indian Premier League match was called off due to incessant rain and the subsequent wet outfield here on Monday. The home sides skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bat, but his team suffered an early setback in just the second over as Australian pacer Xavier Bartlett dismissed opener Finn Allen (6) and Cameron Green (4), leaving KKR struggling at 16 for two. [] The post Rain forces abandonment o

CHANDIGARH, Apr 6 : Success in life is not defined only by ones achievements but also by ones character, integrity and the ability to rise after failures, Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan told students at an event on Monday. Speaking at the eighth convocation ceremony of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology at Murthal in Haryanas Sonipat, the Vice-President said those who endure hardships with patience ultimately emerge victorious, and advised the students to cultivate pati

NEW DELHI, Apr 6 : Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said India has fiscal space to support sectors impacted by escalating West Asia crisis, while the Reserve Bank has room to cut interest rate to deal with global challenges. The Monetary Policy Committee headed by Reserve Bank Governor will announce its stance on interest rate on Wednesday. There is a widespread speculation that RBI will maintain status quo. The rate-setting panel began its deliberations on Monday. Observing that th

KATHMANDU, Apr 6 : Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava paid a courtesy call on Nepals newly-appointed Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal on Monday and discussed various aspects of bilateral ties. Khanal assumed office at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on March 27. During the meeting, Srivastava conveyed External Affairs Minister S Jaishankars greetings on Khanals appointment, according to a statement by the Foreign Ministry. Various matters relating to Nepal-India relations and cooperation were di

Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAJOURI, Apr 6: The Indian Army organised an Inter Club Volleyball Tournament in Rajouri as part of the celebrations leading up to Rajouri Day 2026 under Operation Sadbhavana. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from eight mens teams, who competed in knockout pool matches, semi-finals and a closely contested final. In addition, two womens teams played an energetic final match, reflecting the growing involvement of women in sports. The tournament served a

PUDUCHERRY, Apr 6 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday lampooned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his claims of an increase in the prices of petrol and diesel, saying that it indeed was the case, but in neighbouring Pakistan. Addressing a poll rally at Mannadipet constituency here ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections, the senior BJP leader said that while the NDA on one side was keen to develop Puducherry, on the other side was the Congress leader, [] The post Amit Shah mocks Rahul Gandh

MUMBAI, Apr 6 : The rupee gained 28 paise to close at 92.90 against the US dollar on Monday, following the Reserve Banks measures to curb speculative fervour and dampen volatility in the Indian currency. Forex traders said that though the RBI measures are rupee-positive, unabated withdrawal of foreign capital, a firm dollar, and higher crude oil prices amid a volatile geopolitical situation continue to put pressure on the rupee. The RBI tightened its rules to curb speculative positions and [] Th

LONDON, Apr 6 : Lisa Nandy, the UKs Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, on Monday launched the first set of eight Young Futures Hubs in areas of England with high levels of anti-social behaviour and knife crime. The British Indian minister said the first of a planned network of 50 such hubs will provide joined-up services across mental health and wellbeing, employment and crime prevention. Tower Hamlets in east London, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Durham, Leeds, Manchester and []

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 6: The Jambu Lochan T20 Cricket Tournament began today at MA Stadium, promoting sports and community engagement in the Union Territory. The tournament was formally inaugurated by Jammu and Kashmir Masters Games Association President Ranjit Singh Chib, who unveiled the trophy in the presence of dignitaries including Secretary General Neete Kaur, Treasurer Romesh Sharma, and key members Som Raj Gupta, Kuljeet Singh, Mamta Bajaj, Sanjay Puri, Prabal Sharma

ROME, April 6 : Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni admitted that if the situation in the Middle East was worsening, and the country could face an energy shortage. The Corriere della Sera newspaper reported on Saturday the introduction of the first restrictions on jet fuel at four Italian airports in Milan, Venice, Treviso, and Bologna. When instability increases in the Gulf countries, it impacts energy costs, businesses, jobs, and ultimately the purchasing power of families, Meloni said in a

Information furnished by only two Govt deptts *Points out un-discharged liabilities of Rs 24,131 cr Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Apr 6: Raising serious concerns over fiscal management in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has revealed that huge capital expenditure remained blocked due to non-completion of 167 projects, depriving the Government of intended benefits and adding to financial strain. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp In

Party always stood for national cause Avtar Bhat UDHAMPUR, Apr 6: Terming that prophecy of former Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee made during party convention in Mumbai after formation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 1980 proved prophetic and party became worlds largest political organisation under the stewardship of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Union Minister in PMO with independent charge of Ministry of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh today said BJPs core s

Hailstorm damages crops, Met forecasts rain Gopal Sharma/ Fayaz Bukhari JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Apr 6: As the Meteorological Department has forecast erratic weather in Jammu and Kashmir, the hailstorm in Kulgam district and several parts of Jammu region today led to damage to crops, while Jammu- Srinagar National Highway which was blocked due to heavy landslides last midnight near Karol in Ramban, was partially restored for stranded vehicles this afternoon. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp

Makes licencing mandatory for de-addiction centres to function in J&K * Existing centres given six months to comply with norms Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Apr 6: In a major step to regulate substance abuse treatment facilities, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha-led Union Territory administration has notified comprehensive rules for the establishment and functioning of de-addiction, counselling, and rehabilitation centres across the region. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The new rules,

NEW DELHI, Apr 6: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea seeking direction to the authorities to ensure that stray cattle is kept away from National and State Highways across the country. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta issued notice to the Centre and others, including the states and Union Territories, seeking their responses on the plea within four weeks. The plea [] The post SC seeks res

CHANDIGARH, Apr 6: The Counter Intelligence Wing of the Punjab Police busted a Pakistans ISI-backed terror module, arresting three persons and recovering two hand grenades along with a Glock pistol from them, said a senior police officer on Monday. The grenades bear markings of POF (Pakistan Ordnance Factory), indicating cross-border linkages, said Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Those arrested have been identified as Sarabjit Singh, a resi

NEW DELHI, Apr 6: In a major security breach at the Delhi Assembly, a masked man drove an SUV through one of the boundary gates, placed a flower bouquet outside the Speakers office, and fled, triggering a high alert on Monday afternoon. Police later detained three people, including the driver, and seized the vehicle from north Delhi. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Multiple police teams, along with a bomb disposal squad, rushed to the site and conducted a [] The post Security scar

NEW DELHI, Apr 6: A Delhi court on Monday sent seven foreign nationals, including six Ukrainians, accused of breaching national security, to 30 days in judicial custody. The foreign nationals were produced before NIA Special Judge Prashant Sharma after the completion of their NIA custody. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp On March 16, the court had allowed 11 days of custody to the federal agency for interrogation, which was then extended by another 10 days. On Monday, the [] The po

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Apr 6: Two persons were killed while two others seriously injured, when a car met with an accident, on Surankote-Draba-Buffliaz road, near Fazalabad bridge today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Official sources said that an Alto (Maruti) car, bearing registration number JK11A-2008 rolled down into a Nalla from the road in which husband-wife among four persons were seriously injured. The locals and police shifted all the injured to Sub District Hosp

NEW DELHI, Apr 6: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a probe into the smuggling of arms and ammunition via drones across the India-Pakistan border, suspecting a larger conspiracy aimed at carrying out terror attacks in India, officials said on Monday. Acting on a directive from the Union Home Ministry, the anti-terror agency has registered a case to investigate the alleged role of a Pakistan-based terror operative, Jasvir Chaudhary, his Indian associate Shubham Kumar and other

JAMMU, Apr 6: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has flagged that the Jammu and Kashmir governments spending of Rs 1.24 lakh core spanning over four decades since 1980 has been pending for legislative approval and regularisation, which undermines the system of public resource management. Jammu and Kashmir is yet to regularise excess expenditure amounting to over Rs 1.24 lakh crore incurred between 1980 and 2020, the CAG said in its report on the Union Territorys finances for the year [] T

UDHAMPUR, Apr 6 : Reviewing the status of the proposed airport at Udhampur for civilian operations, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed today that the process of land transfer has commenced with the concurrence of the UT government. He added that meanwhile, the tender for fabrication work has already been floated to start ATR flights from the existing premises in next few months. Highlighting the importance of accessible and quality healthcare, the Minister informed that the Army Command

JAMMU, Apr 6: Speaker Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather, has created a remarkable milestone in the history of legislative proceedings by presiding over all 22 sittings of the recently concluded Budget Session. Demonstrating exceptional dedication and commitment towards parliamentary responsibilities, the Speaker personally chaired proceedings for an impressive 102.35 hours out of the total 110.36 hours of the session, while three members on the panel of Chairmen col

JAMMU, Apr 6: Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau (JKACB), Jammu registered a case FIR No. 03/2026 U/S 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 against public servant, namely Des Raj, Junior Assistant posted at Social Welfare Department, Billawar, District Kathua, for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant. As per the statement issued, the said accused public servant, demanded the bribe amounting to Rs 10,000 from the complainant, for releasing of assistance under

New Delhi, Apr 6: The government has fixed a base construction period of 12 months for highway projects valued up to Rs 300 crore and 18 months for road construction projects costing between Rs 301 and 500 crore. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways(MoRTH) on Monday said the base construction period for National Highways projects in plain and rolling terrain should be on the basis of total civil cost, as a need was felt to revise the existing guidelines [] The post Govt Fixes 12-Month Cei

Jammu, Apr 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday refused to enter into the debate on whether a judicial or magisterial probe should be ordered into the Ganderbal encounter, and justified the probe ordered by the lieutenant governor, stating that a prompt inquiry was needed. The Army has claimed that the man killed in the encounter in Arhama forests on March 31 identified as Ganderbal resident Rashid Ahmad Mughal was a terrorist. However, his family [] The post Probe Order

JAMMU, Apr 6: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting to assess the roadmap for implementation of the ambitious Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) in the Union Territory. The presentation was made by the Housing & Urban Development Department, outlining a transformative approach to urban financing and infrastructure development. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries was attended by Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD and other HoDs of the Department. The Chief Secre

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HOUSTON, Apr 6: With the moon looming ever larger, the Artemis II astronauts raced to set a new distance record Monday from Earth on a lunar fly-around, promising magnificent views of the far side never seen before by the eye. The six-hour flyby is the highlight of NASAs first return to the moon since the Apollo era, with three Americans and one Canadian a step toward landing boot prints near the moons south pole in just two years. A [] The post Artemis II astronauts race to set new distance re

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Jammu, Apr 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday handed over appointment orders to 124 candidates from Jammu division under the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme and SRO-43, reaffirming the governments commitment to support families affected by loss. According to a post shared by the CMs office on X, the appointments were handed over in the presence of Advisor Nasir Sogami. The Chief Minister expressed solidarity with the families, stating that the appointments aim to provide dignity, stabili

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