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Leh, Dec 29: Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Monday launched the Ladakh land records web GIS portal developed by the Revenue Department, describing it a significant step towards good governance and digital transformation with the primary objective of providing simple, transparent, and reliable services to citizens. He said the land records are the cornerstone of any administration, with clear, updated and authentic records playing a vital role in protecting citizens rights as well as in developmen

JAMMU, Dec 29: Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) today submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, at Lok Bhavan Jammu. The delegation of the Members of the Commission Dr Rajiv Singh, Tariq Ahmad Zargar, Shri Yashpal Kotwal and Asaf Mehmood Sagar, was led by Chairman JKPSC, Arun Kumar Choudhary. The report was submitted in terms of Article 323(2) of the Constitution of India. The report outlines a year of [] The post J&K Public

Jammu, Dec 29: The population of Kashmir Stag, popularly known as Hangul, has shown a significant and encouraging increase over the years at a breeding centre in south Kashmir, officials said on Monday. It reflects the success of sustained conservation efforts by the Department of Wildlife protection, they said. According to officials, the population of the endangered and iconic wildlife species has risen to 323 at the Hangul Breeding Centre in Tral, marking a steady growth from 127 in 2008. []

SRINAGAR, Dec 29: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Shopian district on Monday suspended the use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) services until further orders, over security considerations. According to a police spokesperson, the deputy commissioner directed the suspension of VPN services with immediate effect in the interest of maintaining public order and ensuring security. He said the order has been issued in view of the prevailing security considerations and to avoid potential misuse of VPN

JAMMU, Dec 29: In a significant administrative move, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered the immediate transfer and posting of 18 Principals and assigned look after charge to 63 senior Associate Professors to lead various Government Degree Colleges. See Order Copy Click Here The post Higher Education Department Orders Major Reshuffle Of College Principals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Jammu, December 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday chaired the 6th meeting of Wildlife Board for the UT of J&K, at Lok Bhavan. The meeting was attended by Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs Departments; Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal and Mian Mehar Ali, Members of Legislative Assembly; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary to Government,

Borduwa (Assam), Dec 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday accused the Congress of considering Bangladeshi infiltrators, who threatened Assams people, their culture, land and identity, as its vote bank. Addressing a public rally here, Shah said the Centre would identify all illegal immigrants from the neighbouring country, not only from Assam but also from the rest of India, and send them back. He also claimed that the enactment of the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) (IMDT) A

Mendhar/Jammu, Dec 29: Police on Monday seized an unidentified drone found abandoned in a field in a forward village in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district, officials said. Special Operations Group (SOG) of J&K Police received an input about a drone abandoned in a field at village Gohled in Mendhar sector this afternoon, they said. A police party was immediately rushed to the spot and the drone was recovered, the officials said, adding an investigation is underway to identify the owner [] The pos

NEW DELHI, Dec 29:The government is seeking over USD 30 billion from Reliance Industries Ltd and BP as compensation, alleging the partners built larger-than-required facilities at the KG-D6 fields and subsequently failed to meet natural gas output targets, sources said. The government made the claim during its submissions before a three-member arbitration tribunal that on November 7 concluded hearings on the 14-year-old dispute. The tribunal is expected to give its award sometime next year and

JAMMU, Dec 29: The Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has appointed Justice Rahul Bharti as the Vacation Judge for the Srinagar Wing of the High Court from January 19 to January 24, 2026. The appointment has been made in partial modification of High Court Order No. 1891 of 2025/RG dated December 18, 2025, replacing Justice Mohammad Yousuf Wani. See Order Copy Click Here. The post Justice Rahul Bharti Appointed Vacation Judge For Srinagar Wing appeared first on Daily Exc

Kupwara, Dec 29: The district administration Kupwara on Monday ordered a complete suspension of the use of Virtual Private Network services across the district for a period of two months, citing concerns related to public safety, cyber security and maintenance of law and order. According to an official order issued by District Magistrate Kupwara Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, the decision was taken after communications were received from the Senior Superintendent of Police, Kupwara and Handwara, repor

HYDERABAD, Dec 29: Hyderabad-based mental health and suicide prevention helpline 1Life recorded over 38,000 calls in 2025, highlighting a sustained rise in emotional distress and mental health concerns across India, the organisation said on Monday. According to data released by 1Life, the helpline received 38,437 calls between January and mid-December 2025, with callers seeking support for issues related to financial stress, relationship breakdowns, academic pressure, workplace challenges, ident

Jammu, Dec 29: One person was detained for allegedly uploading a misleading video related to a clash between two communities in Kishtwar district, police said on Monday, issuing a public advisory cautioning citizens against misuse of social media. In a related development, Kishtwar District Magistrate Pankaj Kumar Sharma on Monday issued an order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), directing strict regulation and compliance with the statutory framework governing d

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: The Union Law Ministry took a crucial step this year to help the central government shed the tag of being the biggest litigant, but at the same time, efforts towards promoting mediation, which can eventually help in reducing court pendency, have fallen short. The year 2025 also saw the appointment of Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner under a new law, which has been dubbed by the opposition as non-inclusive. As part of [] The post Law Ministry takes big step

SRINAGAR, Dec 29: A senior police officer on Monday issued directions for enhanced inter-agency coordination, round-the-clock surveillance, strict access control and a robust emergency response mechanism during a security review of the Navyug Tunnel, a key link on the strategic Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. The joint security review meeting was chaired by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kulgam, Anayat Ali Chowdhary, to assess and strengthen existing security, safety and traffic manageme

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: A study of older adults in Canada has linked sleep apnoea with a 40 per cent higher chance of mental health conditions, including anxiety and mood disorders. Obstructive sleep apnoea is a common disorder in which muscles in the throat relax and narrow the airways during sleep, impacting breathing and oxygen levels in the blood. This results in a poor quality of sleep and fatigue or sleepiness during the day. The long-term ageing study, published [] The post Study links sleep

New Delhi, Dec 29: The defence ministry on Monday approved procurement of long range rockets, missiles, radar systems and military platforms worth Rs 79,000 crore to bolster the militarys combat prowess. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, green-lighted the proposals. The DAC approved procurement of loiter munition systems for the Armys artillery regiments. It also cleared acquisition of low level lightweight radars, long-range guided rocket ammuniti

SRINAGAR, Dec 29: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday said the Centre should impress upon state governments to stop incidents of communal violence when they take place in their respective territories. It is the duty of the Centre to tell the states that such incidents should be stopped, Abdullah told reporters at the party headquarters in Srinagar. He was commenting on an incident of alleged stone-pelting on a mosque and madrassa in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. The

Guwahati, Dec 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday inaugurated a Rs 111-crore new building of Guwahati Police Commissionerate and a surveillance system, comprising 2,000 CCTVs, for the city. Shah also inaugurated an exhibition on new criminal laws, organised by the state Criminal Investigation Department (CID), at the newly unveiled police commissionerate office. At an official function here, the Union home minister unveiled the two projects, developed at a total cost of Rs 292 crore. The

DHAKA, Dec 29:Bangladesh Nationalist Party acting chairman Tarique Rahman submitted his nomination papers on Monday for the upcoming elections. The papers were filed around 12:00 pm on Monday at the office of the Dhaka Divisional Commissioner in Segunbagicha, the Daily Star reported. Abdus Salam, BNP chairpersons adviser, accompanied by Professor Dr Farhad Halim Donar, chief adviser of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh (DAB), submitted the nomination on Rahmans behalf. Rahman will contest t

ISLAMABAD, Dec 29: A Pakistani senator on Monday said that weaponisation of water will further inflame the already tenuous ties between Pakistan and India. The remarks by Pakistan Peoples Party Senator Sherry Rehman came after a panel under the Ministry of Environment in New Delhi approved a hydel power project on the Chenab River. The clearance came in the backdrop of India suspending the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in April this year. In [] The

ANKARA, Dec 29: Turkiyes interior minister says six Islamic State militants and three police officers were killed in a clash that broke out in northwest Turkiye. The shooting occurred in Yalova province, south of Istanbul, on Monday, as police stormed a house where the militants were hiding. Eight other police officers and a night guard were wounded, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya told reporters. (AP) The post Official says 6 Islamic State militants, 3police officers killed in clash in northwe

LONDON, Dec 29: IPL founder Lalit Modi on Monday apologised for calling himself and Vijay Mallya the two biggest fugitives of India in a video posted on social media and said that his statement was misconstrued. In the now-deleted video from Mallyas 70th birthday celebrations in London, Lalit Modi joked about the pairs status as the two biggest fugitives of India. Issuing an apology, Lalit Modi said in an X post, I apologise if I have hurt anyone feelings, [] The post Misconstrued: Lalit Modi a

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: Arvind Fashions Ltd on Monday said it will acquire Flipkart groups 31.25 per cent stake in Arvind Youth Brands Pvt Ltd for Rs 135 crore. Arvind Youth Brands Pvt Ltd (AYBPL) is currently engaged in the business of wholesale and retail of apparel and accessories under the brand name Flying Machine. It had a turnover of Rs 432.16 crore in the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the company said in a regulatory filing. Over [] The post Arvind Fashions to acquire 31.25 pc stake o

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: Ceigall India on Monday said it has secured an infrastructure order worth over Rs 1,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh. Its arm Ceigall Infra Projects Private Ltd has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation Ltd (MPRDC) for the construction of the IndoreUjjain Greenfield (Access Control) four-lane highway, the company said in a statement. The project will be executed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) over a period of 24 months. [] The post

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: Gold emerged as one of the biggest winners of 2025, posting record demand and historic price levels as investors across the world turned to the yellow metal amid prolonged global uncertainty. Data released by the World Gold Council (WGC) shows that from the first quarter through the third quarter of the year, gold demand strengthened steadily, with investment activity and central bank purchases playing a decisive role. The year opened on a strong note. In the [] The post Gold

Samba, Dec 29: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has approved a proposal of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu, for a state-of-the-art Forensic Institute in the Union Territory. The proposal had been sent to establish an institute to consolidate evidence collection, increase conviction rates and help in better investigation and diagnosis in the health sector, officials said. A forensic institute is coming up in J&K. AIIMS has submitted a proposal (for setting up the inst

New Delhi, Dec 29: A parliamentary panel on Monday examined various aspects of the UPA-era rural job guarantee law MGNREGA, which has now been replaced by the Narendra Modi governments VB-G RAM G Act, and how to go about with it in the next six months for a smooth transition to the new legislation. Sources said most members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development and Panchayati Raj were concerned about how the transition would take place in the [] The post Parliamentary Pane

Jammu, Dec 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday interacted with the IAS Officer Trainees of the 2025 Batch, who are on their 5-day visit to Jammu as a part of the Winter Study Tour (Bharat Darshan Programme). The Officer Trainees are currently undergoing Phase-1 training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie. During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor shared his insights on governance and public service. He also highlighted the transforma

Jammu, Dec 29: The pilgrim footfall at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir fell below the 70-lakh mark in 2025, marking a significant decline as a series of security-related incidents and prolonged weather disruptions affected the annual pilgrimage, officials said. According to officials, a total of 68.85 lakh pilgrims had paid obeisance at the shrine till December 28 this year, with around 70,000 more expected to visit in the remaining days []

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand), Dec 29: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged people to never forget their respective mother tongues, and called for collective efforts towards the betterment of society. She was addressing the 22nd Santali Parsi Maha (language day) and centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script of the Santali language at Dishom Jaherthan courtyard in Karandih on the outskirts of Jamshedpur city in East Singhbhum district. The President started her speech by singing a prayer to Jahe

New Delhi, Dec 29: The Supreme Court on Monday kept in abeyance the directions in its November 20 verdict that had accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges. A vacation bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih proposed to constitute a high-powered committee comprising domain experts to undertake an exhaustive and holistic examination of the issue. We deem it necessary to direct that the recommendations submitted by the

Puducherry, Dec 29: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Monday stressed the need for providing basic amenities to the poor , saying the needs of such people should be taken care of. He was speaking after distributing keys to the beneficiaries of multi-storied tenements constructed at a cost of Rs 45.5 crore at Kumaragurupallam here under the Smart City Mission. He was also accorded a civic reception on his maiden visit to the union territory after becoming V P. He [] The post Vice Prez Stresses

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: WOG Technologies has filed preliminary papers with the capital markets regulator, Sebi, to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO) comprising a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 375 crore. Apart from the fresh issue, there will be an offer-for-sale (OFS) component of 43.28 lakh equity shares by promoters and existing shareholders, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed on Sunday. The company will utilise the proceeds from the fresh issue to [] Th

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet eminent economists and sectoral experts on Tuesday to seek their views on the upcoming Budget, a senior government official said. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is likely to present the Union Budget for 2026-27 on February 1. She will present the Budget against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainties and a steep 50 per cent US tariff on shipments from India. Besides economists and sectoral experts, Niti Aayog Vice Chairman Suman Ber

BENGALURU, Dec 29: The women came of age with a long-awaited World Cup trophy but Indian mens cricket was in turmoil as its white-ball peaks ended up dwarfed by the abysmal low of a home Test series whitewash, making 2025 a year of glorious uncertainties for the countrys favourite sport. The mens side triumphed in the Champions Trophy (ODI) and the Asia Cup (T20), while the women brought home a maiden 50-over World Cup. But a 0-2 hammering at the [] The post Indian cricket lifted by womens WC, m

JAMMU, Dec 29: A suspicious balloon with Pakistani markings was found in Jammu and Kashmirs Akhnoor. The Indian Army has seized the balloon. The balloon resembled an aeroplane with markings of the Pakistani flag and PIA (Pakistan International Airlines) written on it. The word PIA was written on it in both English and Urdu. According to sources, the Pakistani balloon was found in the Pragwal area of Akhnoor. The Army has launched an investigation into the circumstances under which the [] The pos

Srinagar, Dec 29: Kashmir is bracing for a fresh spell of rain and snow as the valley witnessed warmer- than-usual minimum temperatures on Sunday night, according to Meteorological Department officials. An official from the department said there is a possibility of moderate snowfall in Kashmir on Tuesday, with the main activity expected in the afternoon. The weather is likely to remain cloudy on Wednesday and Thursday, with rain or snow expected in the higher reaches, the official added. Srinag

NEW DELHI, Dec 29: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the Delhi High Courts order suspending the life sentence of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the 2017 Unnao rape case. A vacation bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih also issued notice to Sengar seeking his response on the CBIs plea challenging the high court order. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the CBI, urged the bench to stay the [] The post Unnao Rape

MANADO (Indonesia), Dec 29: A fire at an Indonesian retirement home killed 16 older people on Sunday evening, police said. The fire in the single-story house in Manado, Indonesias North Sulawesi Province, started while the residents were asleep, police said Monday. The team on the ground has confirmed that the death toll currently is 16, North Sulawesi police spokesperson Alamsyah Hasibuan said. Fifteen of them were burned to death, while one victims body remains intact. There were 15 survivors

HONG KONG, Dec 29: Foreign ministers from Cambodia and Thailand convened with their Chinese counterpart on Monday as the Beijing government, building on its expanding presence in the world diplomatic arena, sought to play a stronger mediating role in the violent border dispute between the two Southeast Asian countries. The trilateral meeting, held in a southwestern Chinese province north of the contested border, came two days after Thailand and Cambodia signed a fresh ceasefire agreement to end

JAKARTA, Dec 28: Indonesian rescuers recovered the body of a female victim believed to be part of the family of a Spanish soccer coach and his three children who went missing after a tour boat sank three days ago. The rescue team discovered the body just after dawn on Monday, floating near the northern waters of Serai island, about 1 kilometre (0.6 mile) from the site of the sinking, after a local resident spotted the victim, said Fathur Rahman, [] The post Indonesian rescuers find body while s

KARACHI, Dec 29: Pakistani security forces have killed four terrorists in the Kalat district of the Balochistan province. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the terrorists were killed during a raid on their suspected hideout in the Kalat district. Last week, the ISPR claimed that security forces have killed at least 17 terrorists in three separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan in the Kalat, Kohlu and Panjgur areas. Meanwhile, in a report released by the Isla

NEW DELHI, Dec 28: Indian women athletes capped 2025 with a series of landmark achievements across Olympic, non-Olympic, and para sports, making the year one of the most significant chapters in the countrys sporting history. From world titles in chess and boxing to continental success in hockey and a historic first in blind womens cricket, Indian sportswomen not only amassed medals but also expanded the scope and visibility of womens sport nationwide. One of the biggest individual achievements o

SRINAGAR, Dec 29: J&K Police on Monday issued an advisory imposing strict restrictions on trekking in the upper forest areas of Tangmarg in north Kashmirs Baramulla district, prohibiting entry of non-local tourists while directing local residents to obtain prior permission before venturing into the forested reaches. Police said the safety advisory was issued following an unauthorized trekking incident in the Danwas forest area on December 21. Police said to ensure public safety and prevent secur

New Delhi, Dec 29 : At least 128 flights were cancelled, eight got diverted, and nearly 200 services were delayed at the Delhi airport due to dense fog on Monday. An official said 64 departures and 64 arrivals were cancelled, while eight flights got diverted due to dense fog and low visibility conditions at the Delhi airport. Delhi airport operator DIAL, in a post on X, said runway visibility is improving, but some flight departures and arrivals may be impacted. [] The post Delhi Airport Sees 12

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Baramulla, Dec 29: Baramulla Police on Monday issued a safety advisory imposing restrictions on trekking activities in the upper forest areas of Tangmarg following an unauthorized trekking incident reported from the Danwas forest area. The advisory aims to prevent security-related misunderstandings and ensure the safety of both locals and visitors in sensitive forest zones. In a statement, Baramulla Police has issued a safety advisory following an unauthorized trekking incident in the Danwas for