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CHANDIGARH, Feb 7: Two persons, including a foreign-based gangster, have been booked in connection with the daylight murder of AAP leader Lucky Oberoi in Jalandhar on Friday, with police suspecting personal enmity as the reason behind the killing, officials said on Saturday. Police have booked gangster Jograj Singh alias Joga Pholriwal, who claimed responsibility for the murder in an unverified social media post, and Dalbira under the relevant sections of the BNS and Arms Act at the Division 6 p

JAGDALPUR (CHHATTISGARH), Feb 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said that decisive action by the government against Maoists has ended the atmosphere of fear and distrust in the Bastar region, and a new dawn of development is setting in. Speaking after inaugurating the three-day divisional-level Bastar Pandum festival in Jagdalpur, the headquarters of Bastar district, the President appealed to those who have renounced violence and joined the mainstream to trust the Constitution and democrac

Jammu, Feb 7: Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Saturday said there is no mention of any special status for Jammu and Kashmir in the Indian Constitution and accused the National Conference (NC) of misleading people by repeatedly raising the issue. Speaking in the Assembly, Sharma said that constitutional demands must be backed by explicit constitutional provisions. As far as I know and have studied, there is no word [] The post Art

Women of Jammu & Kashmir Emerging as Strong Partners in Nation Building: Chugh JAMMU, Feb 7: BJP National General Secretary and Prabhari J&K Tarun Chugh, today addressed the Mahila Samvad Programme organised by BJP Mahila Morcha at Karan Palace, Mishriwala Road, Jammu. Chugh said that under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, women empowerment has become the central pillar of governance and development in the country. He said the Modi Government has transformed women empowerm

Jammu, Feb 7: Nagrota Member of the Legislative Assembly Devyani Rana, on Saturday, paid tribute to her late father and senior leader Devender Singh Rana, while raising serious concerns over sharp cuts in disaster management allocations and other pressing civic issues affecting the Union Territory. Addressing the House in her maiden speech during the Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, while speaking on the Budget presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Rana said the

KARACHI, Feb 7:A spate of fire incidents in Pakistans largest city of Karachi, following last months deadly Gul Plaza shopping mall blaze, has raised alarm among authorities, who are also examining the possibility of foul play, officials said on Saturday. At least five fire outbreaks were reported from different parts of the city on Friday, while an explosion damaged a pipeline of a main water pumping station in Dhabeji, disrupting water supply to millions of residents. Senior Superintendent of

NEW DELHI, Feb 7:Walmart-owned fashion e-commerce platform Myntra on Saturday announced the appointment of Pramod Adiddam as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective immediately. Adiddam takes over the technology leadership role following the departure of Raghu Krishnananda, who served as the Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) for over five years before leaving the organisation in April 2025. In his new role, Adiddam will oversee Myntras overall technology strategy, focusing on inn

NEW DELHI, Feb 7:Under the interim trade agreement with the US, India has fully protected sensitive agricultural and dairy products such as maize, wheat, rice, soya, poultry, milk, cheese, ethanol (fuel), tobacco, certain vegetables and meat as no duty concessions will be granted to America on these goods. India and the US on Saturday announced that they have reached a framework for an interim trade agreement. Under this, the US will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent [] The post No d

NEW DELHI, Feb 7: Realty firm Embassy Office Parks REIT has declared distribution of Rs 613 crore to unitholders for the quarter ended December on better income. Revenue from operations rose 17 per cent annually to Rs 1,193 crore during October-December period of this fiscal while the net operating income (NOI) increased 19 per cent to Rs 985 crore, according to a regulatory filing on Friday. The company delivered quarterly distribution of Rs 613 crore or Rs 6.47 per unit, [] The post Embassy RE

New Delhi, Feb 7: A reply has been filed on behalf of Sonia Gandhi before the Rouse Avenue Court opposing the revision petition that alleges her name was fraudulently included in the voter list before she acquired Indian citizenship. In her response, she has contested the plea, stating that it is based on incorrect and misleading facts. The matter is now scheduled to be heard on February 21. The revision petition has been filed by advocate Vikas Tripathi, challenging the [] The post Sonia Gandhi

Srinagar, Feb 7: The minimum temperature across Kashmir rose by 2 to 7 degrees Celsius, but snowfall in higher reaches significantly brought down the day temperature, officials said on Saturday. The minimum temperature in Srinagar city increased by 5.5 degrees, from minus 2.5 degrees Celsius on Thursday night to 3.0 degrees on Friday night, the officials added. Gulmarg ski resort in north Kashmirs Baramulla district recorded a low of minus 6.5 degrees Celsius, making it the coldest place in the

JAMMU, Feb 7: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress of development projects in Jammu and Kashmir, with a focus on infrastructure development and the implementation of key schemes in the Union territory, officials said. The meeting, which is currently underway at the Lok Bhawan here, is being attended by J-K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, J-K Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo and D

Mumbai, Feb 7: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday nominated corporator Ritu Tawade for the Mumbai mayor election, while its ally Shiv Sena declared Sanjay Ghadi as its candidate for the deputy mayors post. BJP leader Amit Satam declared Tawades name, while Shiv Sena leader Rahul Shewale announced Ghadis candidature at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters. Tawade is a corporator from Ward 132, while Ghadi was elected from Ward 5 in the January 15 civic election. Gha

PATNA, Feb 7: The Bihar Government has decided to form milk producers committees in all 39,073 villages to boost dairy production, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Saturday. Kumar said such committees have already been formed in 25,593 villages, and those will be set up in the remaining 13,480 villages in the next two years. The Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resource Department has been given instructions in this regard, he said. Kumar said directions have also been given to open [] The post Bi

NEW DELHI, Feb 7: In the 2024 Bollywood thriller Jigra, Alia Bhatt plays a woman who risks everything to save her brother from a death sentence abroad. For actor Celina Jaitly, fighting to secure the release of her brother from the United Arab Emirates, that story has spilled on from reel to very real. Major (Retd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly has been under arbitrary detention in the United Arab Emirates for the last 17 months, said Jaitly. The retired Special Forces [] The post Beyond Jigra: Celina Ja

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Jammu, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal to open new wine shops in the Union Territory. In a written reply by the Finance Department, given by the Minister In-Charge, Finance Department, to a question raised by MLA Arjun Singh Raju, the government said that As of now, no new liquor licences are proposed to be issued in Jammu and Kashmir during the next financial year. The government furnished [] The post No Proposal To

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 6: The Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK) today said it has sought the governments intervention for mitigation of issues of wood-based industrial units and early issuance of formal orders on matters already discussed with the Forest Department. In a representation to the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force (HoFF), FCIK welcomed the reconstitution of the State Level Committee (SLC) but said it has concern regarding

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Venura unveiled its much-awaited initiative Soothe Me, a wellness-focused offering designed especially for women across different life stages. The launch marks a significant step toward bringing comfort, care and luxury together in womens personal wellness. The brand was founded by Sarika Chopra, whose vision is to create personalised, caring and premium products that truly understand womens evolving needs. With Soothe Me, Venura aims to support women with p

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Celebrating love through timeless tradition and refined style on the occasion of Valentines Day, Mohanlal Sons, Indias oldest and most respected retailer announced its exclusive Valentines Day Collection, here today. Built on a legacy of trust, craftsmanship, and enduring values, the iconic house presents an elegant new range featuring Club Wear Shirts, Cargo Coats, Tuxedos and Double Breast Suits, thoughtfully curated for modern celebrations. Staying true t

Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com Rahul Gandhi being disallowed by the Honble Speaker to refer to a reputed magazine article carrying excerpts from a yet-to-be-published book by former Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane should be viewed in a democratic and institutional light, not merely as a matter of parliamentary propriety. Members of Parliament have the right to speak freely inside the House. This protection, known as parliamentary privilege, exists so that matters of public concern can be rais

Shagun Parihar writetomlakishtwar@gmail.com Instead of looking for dramatic headlines, the Union Budget 2026-2027 should be interpreted as a declaration of strategic intent. The Budget reflects a governance approach that prioritizes continuity, capacity-building, and long-term results in a time of global economic uncertainty, climate pressures, and rapid technological change. It upholds the idea that long-term national advancement results from consistent investment in the individuals, organizati

Nigam Gupta jkssind@gmail.com When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rose to present the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 on February 1st, she did so against a complex global backdrop i.e. economic uncertainty, geopolitical realignments, disrupted supply chains, and cautious capital flows. Yet, the message from North Block was clear and confident that India will not pause its big announcements to growth journey; it will re-engineer it. Then, calling this a Yuva Shakti-driven Budget, the Finance Min

NEW DELHI, Feb 6 : Detailed project reports for the doubling of the Qazigund-Srinagar-Budgam rail line and for the proposed Baramulla-Uri new line have been prepared though no definite timeline for completion of these projects can be fixed as this depends on several factors, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Rajya Sabha on Friday. His written response came to a query from MP Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan, who sought to know whether the government had proposed extending the Baramulla railway lin

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: BJP national secretary and in charge J&K and Ladkah UTs, Tarun Chugh said that for the last 11 years, the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi-led Union Government has been consistently working to strengthen the economic backbone of the country and improve the lives of common citizens. Talking to reporters here, today along with J&K BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma, CA, and Leader of Opposition in J&K Assembly, Sunil Sharma, he said the Governments [] T

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 : The Indian diaspora in Malaysia is aiming for a spot in the Malaysian Book of Records with a massive dance performance during the grand welcome event for Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Saturday. Over 750 artists, with numbers expected to touch around 800, will come together for what organisers describe as the largest number of dancers in a single choreographed dance representing a wide variety of Indian classical and folk dance forms performed by [] The post Indian di

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that area specific appointment of Class IV posts will be done as soon as the statehood is restored to J&K. Replying to a question of MLA Gurez, Nazir Ahmed Khan Gurezi that after the reorganisation of the J&K in 2019, the Class IV employees from other areas were posted in his constituency and these employees manage their transfer after seeking some pressure from influential quarters with [

Calls upon security agencies to work in coordinated mode Strengthen border security through modern tools: HM Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah today reviewed security situation in Jammu and Kashmir at a high-level meeting and reiterated the Narendra Modi Governments commitment to attain the goal of terror-free Jammu and Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The meeting discussed innovative measures to further reinforce the watertight security c

*U-19 WC triumph is reflection of Indias strength in age-group cricket: BCCI president Manhas HARARE, Feb 6: Crickets latest wunderkind Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played arguably the most breathtaking knock in the history of U-19 World Cup to fire India to a record-extending sixth title with a 100-run drubbing of England in the summit clash here Friday. Sooryavanshis 80-ball 175, which comprised a record 15 sixes and as many fours, propelled India to an imposing 411 for 9 after England opted to [] The

NEW DELHI, Feb 6 : The role of social media must be clearly evaluated from the lens of its impact on societal harmony and trust, that has been built and cemented over thousands of years, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said adding the latest Economic Survey has rightly pointed out issues around the online platforms. Noting that social media is now among the most important modes of information and outreach, the minister said while it offers benefits such as learning, [] The post Social medias ro

HARARE, Feb 6: Teen batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on Friday dedicated his Player of the Final award to the Indian teams support staff, acknowledging their contribution after his magnificent knock in the U-19 World Cup summit clash against England here. Batting prodigy Sooryavanshi lit up the grand stage with a jaw-dropping 80-ball 175 to power India to a record-extending sixth title with a 100-run victory over England. I cant express what I am feeling but the way we have all [] The post

NEW DELHI, Feb 6 : The Centre has not disbursed any incentives to states and union territories under the PM-PRANAM scheme since its launch, Fertilisers Minister J P Nadda informed Parliament on Friday. Launched following the Budget 2023 announcement and subsequent Cabinet approval in June 2023, the PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Generation, Nourishment, and Amelioration of Mother Earth (PM-PRANAM) was designed to reduce chemical fertiliser use in Indian agriculture. The scheme was envi

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 6: A delegation from the Union Territory of Ladakh, led by former Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Tashi Gyalson, met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh in New Delhi to discuss key development and administra

LAHORE, Feb 6 : A burst of colour lit up Lahores night sky overnight as Pakistans cultural capital relaunched the Basant kite-flying festival after nearly two decades. Authorities said Friday that the celebration has been allowed only under strict safety regulations, warning that the use of hazardous kite strings that endanger lives could lead to arrests. Kite-flying had been banned in the province since 2005 following a series of fatal accidents. Razor-sharp metal- or glass-coated strings used

MUMBAI, Feb 6: Young India speedster Harshit Rana was on Friday ruled out of the T20 World Cup owing to a knee injury with Mohammed Siraj being named as his replacement. Rana had sustained the injury in a warm-up game here earlier this week with skipper Suryakumar Yadav admitting that he was not looking good. Siraj, who has played 45 Tests, 50 ODIs and 16 T20Is, was named as a replacement after Rana was ruled out with an injury to [] The post Harshit Rana ruled out of T20 World Cup; Siraj named

NEW DELHI, Feb 6: Welfare, dignity and security of workers remain central to the governments vision of national development, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Friday. The Union Minister for Labour and Employment made these remarks at the inaugural session of the All India Triennial Conference of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) in Puri, Odisha. In his address, the minister reiterated that the welfare, dignity and security of workers remain central to the Governments vision of national develo

Omar presents Rs 1,13,767 cr worth budget HS diesel to be costlier by Rs 2/liter, Pvt Univs proposed Roadmap for regularisation of daily wagers to be out shortly Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Feb 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who holds charge of the Finance Ministry, today presented Rs 1,13,767 crore worth budget for next financial year of 2026-27 in the Legislative Assembly proposing six free LPG cylinders per year for AAY households, fee waiver for AAY students and several new initiatives [] The po

NEW DELHI, Feb 6 : It has come to the notice of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) that a Nagar Kirtan organised by Gurudwara Sikh Sangat in New Zealand was allegedly disrupted by a group known for its strong social conservatism and the Indian government has taken up this issue with the Kiwi counterpart, the Centre informed Parliament on Friday. Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, in a written response to a query, also said the High [] The post India taken up issue of

*DPRs ready for Valley rail expansion Govind Sharma JAMMU, Feb 6: The long-pending proposal for a Metro or Metro-like urban transit system in Jammu received fresh momentum in the Rajya Sabha today, with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealing that a special train design suited for high-altitude regions such as Jammu and Kashmir has been readied and is close to a decision stage. Replying during Question Hour to a query raised by BJP-nominated MP Gulam Ali, the Railway Minister acknowledged th

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: The two days national seminar on Bhartiya Bodh : Reviving Indian Knowledge System for Modern Education organized by the IQAC of Government College of Education (GCOE), Jammu in collaboration with Vidya Bharti Uchcha Shikshan Sansthan (VBUSS), was concluded here today. The seminar was held under the patronage of Prof K S Chandrasekar, Vice Chancellor, Cluster University of Jammu (CUJ), whose academic guidance and leadership played a vital role in shaping the

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Feb 6: Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) State spokesperson, Amit Sharma, today launched a scathing attack on the Congress and National Conference (NC) , accusing them of executing a deliberate conspiracy to fragment the Jammu region into smaller, artificial entities in line with the ideological remnants of Jinnahs Two-Nation Theory and the Dixon Plan. Addressing a press conference at the Press Club, Rajouri, Amit Sharma said that Congress and NC are deliberate

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: A two-day National Seminar on Employment Market Structural Shifts, Skill Logics and Policy Challenges organised by the Department of Lifelong Learning, JU, was concluded here today. The seminar was held under the leadership and patronage of the Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu. The valedictory session was graced by Shakti Pathak, Director, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), as the chief guest. Prof N S Tung, former Head, Department of Psychology, Guru Nanak D

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu Division, today felicitated Chahat. Chahat, a student of Army Public School, Janglote, Kathua, was selected to participate in the 9th Edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026, a flagship initiative of the Prime Minister of India aimed at promoting a stress-free, confident, and joyful approach towards examinations. She was selected through a rigorous multi-stage process in

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Budget which was presented in the Legislative Assembly by the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has evoked mixed reaction, however, J&K Industry has termed it as anti-existing Industry. Bari Brahmana Industries Association (BBIA) in an urgent meeting held here today under the chairmanship of its president, Lalit Mahajan, has shown grave concern in respect of totally neglecting the existing Industrial Sector of J&K in the Budget presented by

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Community college in collaboration with School of Business Studies, Central University of Jammu, organized an expert lecture on Skill Ecosystem for Viksit Bharat 2047 with the objective of deliberating on Indias long-term national vision of becoming a developed, inclusive, and skill-driven economy by the year 2047. Under the guidance of Prof Sanjeev Jain, Vice Chancellor, the programme commenced with welcome address by Dr Naresh Kumar, Principal, Community C

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: The two-day National Conference on Rashtriya Saptsindhu Sanskriti: The Foundation of Indian Thought Traditions, organised at Shri Ranbir Campus, Central Sanskrit University, Jammu, concluded with a grand valedictory ceremony. The conference witnessed the participation of eminent academicians, researchers and students from across the country, who reflected upon the philosophical, cultural and civilizational foundations of Saptsindhu culture. The valedictory f

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Feb 6: General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), today honoured SHO Majalta, Satar Choudhary, for his outstanding operational efforts in eliminating militants in the Majalta region of District Udhampur. The recognition was conferred under the supervision of SSP Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure, whose leadership ensured effective coordination and execution of the operation. The honour reflects the synergy between the Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Pol

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: Indian Dental Association (IDA), Jammu, organized a two-day mega dental check-up and awareness camp which concluded today at Presentation Convent Senior Secondary School, Jammu, under the presidentship of Dr Umang Jamwal. The camp aimed at promoting oral health awareness among students and ensuring early detection of dental problems. More than 1,500 girl students of the school, along with staff members, underwent oral health screening during the camp. The te

Dr. Banarsi Lal kvkreasi@gmail.com India is one of the largest food producer countries in the world. Presently India is having first rank in milk production, second in fruits and vegetables production and third in grain production in the world. The climate of India varies from temperate to tropical. India has made remarkable progress in development of agriculture in the last few decades with a significant increase in production and productivity of different crops. Total area of India is 3,287,26

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 6: A couple sustained injuries in a road accident at Bakshi Nagar area here today, officials said. Madan Lal (60) and his wife Neena Goria (55), residents of House number 102, Tallab Tillo, Jammu, were injured when a bike they were riding on was hit by a rickshaw at Bakshi Nagar, they said. They were immediately taken to Government Medical College, where they were responding to the treatment, officials said. Taking cognizance of the incident, police [] The post