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Srinagar, Dec 17: Srinagar Police attached an immovable property of a notorious drug peddler worth approximately 1.5 crores under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in connection with a case registered at Police Station Shalteng. The action has been taken in FIR No. 75/2025 U/S 8/20 & 29 NDPS Act, following a detailed financial investigation conducted in accordance with Chapter V-A of the NDPS Act, it reads. Statement reads, During the investigation, a co

Jammu, Dec 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday addressed the Strategic Management Forum Conference on Policy Making and Strategic Planning for achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047, at IIM Jammu. The 3-day conference is being organised by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Jammu, in collaboration with Strategic Management Forum (SMF), and the NITI Aayog. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the challenges and opportunities for India in a rapidly evolving worl

SRINAGAR, Dec 17: Demanding a probe into the activities of NGOs mushrooming in Jammu and Kashmir, the BJP on Wednesday alleged that many of them were unregistered, receiving funds from abroad and were involved in reviving terrorism in the Union Territory. Addressing a press conference here, BJPs J-K spokesperson Altaf Thakur said his party was not against all NGOs, however, it is a matter of concern that there are 16,000 of them in J-K, but only 239 are registered. We [] The post BJP Demands Pro

Ganderbal, Dec 17: In a major breakthrough against organised drug trafficking, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Ganderbal have intensified their crackdown on high-value narcotics, leading to the recovery of cocaine worth over 10 crore in the international market. The operation marks a significant blow to drug networks operating in the region and underscores the polices zero-tolerance approach towards narcotics trade. J&K Police at Ganderbal has launched a focused targeting the procurement and sale of

New Delhi, Dec 17: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has instructed all medical colleges to set up sub-committees for monitoring prescription practices and also include in the curriculum the importance of writing legible and clear prescriptions. In a communication sent on December 15 to secretaries and principal secretaries of health department of all states and Union territories and directors and deans of all medical institutions under it, the NMC said that the directive is based on the ord

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: The Delhi Traffic Police and transport departments enforcement teams will be deployed at petrol pumps and borders as a ban on entry of non-BS VI vehicles registered outside Delhi kicks in from Thursday. According to officials, the Transport Department has 78 to 80 enforcement teams that will be deployed at border points in Kundi, Rajokri, Tikri, Aya Nagar, Kalindi Kunj, Auchandi, Mandoli, Kapashera and Bajghera toll/Dwarka Expressway, among others. Vehicles without a valid pol

Jammu, Dec 17: A senior police officer on Wednesday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmirs border districts of Kathua and Samba, directing officials to remain extra vigilant and deploy additional forces in sensitive areas, officials said. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range, Shiv Kumar Sharma, accompanied by SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma and SSP Samba Varinder Manhas, reviewed security arrangements in the Billawar area of Kathua district following a recent gunf

JOHANNESBURG, Dec 17: A centre in South Africa processing applications for the United States refugee programme was raided by immigration and law enforcement officers and seven Kenyan nationals were arrested for working there illegally, South Africas Home Affairs Ministry said Wednesday. The centre in Johannesburg was processing applications by white South Africans under the Trump administrations new programme, giving them priority for refugee status in the US The Kenyans were working at the cen

ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, Dec 17: Pakistan on Wednesday extended its airspace ban for Indian aircraft by another month till January 23. Pakistan closed its airspace to Indias airlines in April after the Pahalgam attack. India too has imposed a similar ban on Pakistan. The previous extension was set to expire on December 24 but the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) extended the restrictions on Wednesday till January 23. Pakistan airspace will remain closed to Indian-registered aircraft, including all ai

MUMBAI, Dec 17: Stock markets declined for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, with benchmark Sensex closing lower by 120 points at a weeks low due to relentless foreign fund outflows. The 30-share BSE Sensex edged lower by 120.21 points or 0.14 per cent to settle at 84,559.65. During the day, it dropped 263.88 points or 0.31 per cent to 84,415.98. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined by 41.55 points or 0.16 per cent to a weeks low of 25,818.55. Among [] The post Stock markets fall for 3rd day on

MUMBAI, Dec 17: The rupee recovered 55 paise from its all-time low level to close at 90.38 (provisional) against the US dollar after a volatile trade on Wednesday, amid suspected aggressive central bank intervention. Analysts said the rupees recent fall against the US dollar was primarily driven by external factors, not domestic economic weakness, and the high volatility in the forex market is expected to persist amid shifting economic and geopolitical cues. The lack of progress in the USIndia

New Delhi, Dec 17: Congress spent more money than the BJP on party propaganda and social media campaigns in the Delhi assembly elections this year, but lagged on expenses on candidates, data shows. BJPs total expenses were higher at Rs 57.65 crore for the elections than those of Congress at Rs 46.19 crore, according to an analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) of the election expenditure reports filed by the parties with the Election Commission of India. In [] The post Congress

KOLKATA, Dec 17: Jute mills have raised concerns over the possibility of further dilution of statutory packaging demand after indications from the Jute Balers Association (JBA) pointed to a sharper-than-expected crunch in the availability of the golden fibre, industry sources said. The apprehensions surfaced following a meeting of the Jute Advisory Group (JAG), chaired by the jute commissioner, where the supply-demand situation in the current jute year was reviewed on Tuesday. Sources said the g

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: The Government has extended the tenure of State Bank of India Managing Director Ashwini Kumar Tewari for another two years. The Central Government re-appoints Ashwini Kumar Tewari as Managing Director in State Bank of India (SBI) with effect from the date of his assumption of charge of the post, beyond his currently notified term, which is ending on January 27 2026, till the date of his superannuation that is December 31, 2027, the state-owned lender [] The post Govt extends

New Delhi, Dec 17: An analysis of blood proteins from people with chronic fatigue syndrome has shown evidence of disruptions to the ability of the vascular and immune system to be in a balanced state. Findings published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine point to abnormalities across multiple biological systems that present simultaneously among people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), revealing how the condition is biologically complex. Researchers led by those from Macquarie University in

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: AI and technology solutions company UST has inked an initial agreement with the IIT Madras Incubation Cell (IITMIC) to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and research-driven solutions in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. According to a release, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to create a collaborative framework between UST and IITMIC (IIT Madras Incubation Cell, a deep-tech startup hub anchored at IIT Madras) to drive innovation through joint programs an

Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar has drawn praise for presenting both established and lesser-known actors in strikingly different avatars, a creative decision that casting director Mukesh Chhabra says was aimed at surprising the audience. The movie, which follows covert intelligence operations set against a backdrop of geopolitical and terror events like Kandahar plane hijack, 2001 Parliament Attack and 26/11 Mumbai attacks, was released on December 5 and has amassed over Rs 250 crore at the domestic box

DHAKA, Dec 17: The Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Bangladeshs capital Dhaka on Wednesday closed its office in view of the current security situation. The IVAC at Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka is the main, integrated centre for all Indian visa services in the capital. In view of the ongoing security situation, we wish to bring to your kind notice that IVAC JFP Dhaka will be closed at 2 pm today, the IVAC said in a statement. The [] The post India closes visa application centre in Bdesh c

BEIJING, Dec 17: China is ready to maintain close contacts with Russia and the United States on international affairs, Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui told Sputnik. We are ready to maintain close contacts with Russia, the United States and other countries on international affairs. Chinese President Xi Jinping, during a meeting with US President Donald Trump in Busan, pointed out that China and the United States, as major powers, can jointly demonstrate their responsibility and work tog

Srinagar, Dec 17: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday accused the ruling National Conference of giving up its fight for restoration of special status for Jammu and Kashmir while implementing BJPs agenda of statehood. PDP leader Waheed Para said the facade of National Conference fighting for Article 370 was over. In a post on X, the party said, From branding everyone as BJPs B Team to now implementing BJPs agenda of statehood and business rules, NC has completed the [] The post NCs Fa

SEOUL, Dec 17: Seoul is considering a separate bilateral agreement with Washington to enable construction of a nuclear-powered submarine, the Yonhap news agency reported on Wednesday, citing South Korean National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac. Wi made the comments as he arrived in Washington on Tuesday for talks about a month after a joint fact sheet on trade and security pacts was reached at the second summit between South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and US President Donald Trump in late []

Jammu, Dec 17: Army troops apprehended a Pakistani woman who crossed into Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district along the Line of Control (LoC) following an argument with her father in Pakistan-occupied Jammu-Kashmir (PoJK), officials said on Wednesday. A 35-year-old Pakistani national, identified as Shehnaz Akhtar of the Gimma area of Kotli district in PoK, was apprehended by Army troops from the Dabbi forward area in the Balakote sector on Tuesday, they said. Preliminary inquiries have revealed t

Srinagar, Dec 17: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday inaugurated the 17th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar, stressing the need for sustainable, technology-backed and responsible adventure tourism in view of growing climate challenges. Addressing adventure tour operators, industry professionals and government officials, CM Omar described the occasion as a

New Delhi, Dec 17: The multi-lane free flow (MLFF) toll system and AI-driven highway management will be completed across the country by 2026-end, and after implementation, these technologies will eliminate wait time at toll plazas for commuters, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday. Responding to supplementaries during the question hour, the road transport minister said the new technology will be AI-based. Commuters will not have to wait any longer at toll plazas, a

Addis Ababa, Dec 17: India and Ethiopia are natural partners in regional peace, security and connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday in his address to the Ethiopian Parliament. Modi, who arrived in Ethiopia on Tuesday on his maiden bilateral visit, addressed a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament. This was the 18th parliament in the world that Prime Minister Modi has addressed. Ethiopia sits at a crossroads of Africa. India stands at the heart of the Indian Ocean. [] Th

New Delhi, Dec 17: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Modi government of creating a monopoly or duopoly in every sector and called for putting the reins of Indias economy back into the hands of MSMEs. Gandhi said that during the Winter Session of Parliament, he met a delegation of small and medium ice cream manufacturers, and by listening to their problems, it became clear that the government is determined to destroy small businesses for the benefit of [] The post Modi Govt Cr

Samba, Dec 17: A sense of alarm prevailed in a village near Mansar in Samba district on Wednesday after locals reported spotting suspicious individuals roaming in the area, Sources said. Sources said, Villagers promptly informed the police about the movement of the suspects, following which police teams rushed to the spot to assess the situation. Three unidentified men were seen moving suspiciously in and around the village, they said. Acting on the inputs, police cordoned off the area and launc

SYDNEY, Dec 17: A suspected gunman in Sydneys Bondi Beach massacre was charged with 59 offences, including 15 charges of murder, police said Tuesday. The 24-year-old man was charged in Sydney hospital on Wednesday, where he has been since police shot him and his gunman father at Bondi on Sunday. The 50-year-old father died at the scene, a police official said. The charges include one count of murder for each victim who died and one count of committing a [] The post Suspected gunman in Sydneys B

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: Silver prices surged to a new lifetime high of Rs 2,05,934 per kilogram in the futures trade on Wednesday, supported by a rally in the white metal globally amid signs of tightening supplies and expectations of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next year. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures for March contract zoomed by Rs 8,179, or 4.14 per cent, to touch a lifetime high of Rs 2,05,934 per kilogram. The metal [] The post Silver futures jump to hit record Rs 2.

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: The Indian Overseas Banks Offer-for-Sale (OFS) opened on Wednesday for non-retail investors at a floor price of Rs 34 per share. At the floor price, the government would mop up about Rs 1,960 crore by divesting its 3 per cent stake in the state-owned lender. The OFS will open for retail investors on Thursday, as per the prospectus of the share sale. The floor price for the Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) OFS has been set [] The post IOB OFS opens for subscription, Govt to offload

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: Shares of dialysis services provider Nephrocare Health Services Ltd listed on Wednesday with a premium of nearly 7 per cent over the issue price of Rs 460. The stock started trading at Rs 491.70, a 6.89 per cent jump from the issue price, on the BSE. Later, it surged 8.41 per cent to Rs 498.70. At the NSE, the stock was listed at Rs 490, reflecting a 6.52 per cent premium. The companys market valuation [] The post Nephrocare Health Services shares climb nearly 7 pc in market

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: Shares of Park Medi World Ltd, which operates a hospital chain under the Park brand, on Wednesday made a muted market debut, listing at a discount of nearly 4 per cent to the issue price of Rs 162. The stock was listed at Rs 155.60, a 3.95 per cent discount to the issue price, on the BSE. At the NSE, it started trading at Rs 158.80, down 1.97 per cent. The companys market valuation stood [] The post Park Medi World shares make muted market debut; decline nearly 4 pc appeared

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: Suzlon Group has bagged a repeat order from Yanara for the supply of 102 wind turbine generators (WTGs) for the latters upcoming 800 MW FDRE project at Barmer in Rajasthan. An FDRE (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy) project integrates advanced solar, wind and battery energy storage systems (BESS) to enable reliable energy dispatch during the peak demand. Across Yanaras two FDRE projects in Barmer, aggregating to about 800 MWp, Suzlon will install a total [] The post Su

New Delhi, Dec 16: A study in mice has shown that cancer could disrupt the bodys corticosterone-circulating rhythm, and fixing it led to a significant shrinking of tumours findings that may help boost the effectiveness of existing treatments. Studies have shown evidence that supports targeting the bodys circadian clock for mitigating and treating cancer by improving rhythms and time of medication, also known as chronotherapy. Author Jeremy Borniger, assistant professor at Cold Spring Harbor Lab

NEW DELHI, Dec 17: Delhi Labour Minister Kapil Mishra on Wednesday announced Rs 10,000 in compensation for construction workers rendered unemployed due to the pollution-battling GRAP III and GRAP IV measures. The minister also said all government and private institutions must mandatorily switch to work from home for 50 per cent of the staff from Thursday, or face action. Addressing a press conference, the minister said GRAP III had been in place for 16 days, and workers affected by the [] The po

Srinagar, Dec 17: The prolonged dry weather in Kashmir is likely to end as there is a possibility of a wet spell in the valley, coinciding with the onset of Chillai-Kalan the 40-day harshest winter period, officials said on Wednesday. The local weather office has said a western disturbance is likely to impact Jammu and Kashmir during December 21-22 as the winter period marks its entry in the valley. Due to this weather system, there is a possibility of [] The post Dry Spell In Kashmir Likely To

New Delhi, Dec 17: The Congress on Wednesday demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shahs resignation after a Delhi court refused to take cognisance of the EDs money laundering charge against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. The opposition party also vowed to expose the vendetta politics against its leadership, asserting that the Congress cadre is agitated and is going to show its strength against the misuse of agencies. We will keep [] The p

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Srinagar, Dec 17: Intense cold wave conditions continued to prevail across Jammu and Kashmir, with most parts of the Kashmir Valley witnessing sub-zero night temperatures, while higher reaches experienced extreme cold. Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of 1.6C during the intervening night. Qazigund registered 3.0C, while Pahalgam settled at 2.8C. Several south Kashmir areas remained the coldest in the Valley, with Pulwama and Shopian recording 4.4C each, followed by Anantnag at 4.2C and Pa

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 16: Renowned menswear brand Mohanlal Sons today inaugurated its 40th flagship showroom at Omaxe Chowk, Chandni Chowk, one of Indias most iconic shopping destinations. The landmark launch was celebrated with an all-day fashion show, featuring international models, leading stylists and the brands loyal customers. The new showroom was formally inaugurated by Jatin Goel, Executive Director, Omaxe Ltd., in the presence of several distinguished guests, partners a

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 16: Woven Whispers: Craft to Commerce, a landmark celebration of Indias handloom legacy and its evolution into a sustainable economic force, was held today at the National Crafts Museum, New Delhi. The event was organized by FICCI FLO, under the leadership of its National president Poonam Sharma, in partnership with the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The FICCI FLO leaders

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 16: Parul University (PU) bid farewell to the graduating batch of 2025, holding its 9th Convocation, an event that brought together many of the national leaders and celebrated icons along with thousands of hopeful graduates. Distinguished national icons such as Minister of State for Home Affairs and Deputy CM of Gujarat, Harsh Sanghvi, renowned journalist and Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of India TV, Rajat Sharma, Olympic Boxing Legend MC Mary Kom, Entrepreneur &

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 16 :Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today highlighted Indias ambitious roadmap for the next decade, stating that in 2027 India will achieve a rare global milestone by undertaking simultaneous human missions in outer space and the deep sea, reflecting the countrys integrated and forward-looki

MANDYA, Dec 16 : President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli, emphasising that true greatness comes from sacrifice, service, and spiritual strength, not wealth or authority. Across the ages, saints have enlightened humanity through their wisdom and compassion. Their lives remind us that true greatness lies not in authority or wealth, but in sacrifice, service, and spiritual strength. A

AMMAN, Dec 16 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said his talks with King Abdullah II have strengthened India-Jordan partnership across key areas, including renewable energy, water management, digital transformation, cultural exchanges, and heritage cooperation. My visit to Jordan has been immensely productive, Modi said at the end of his two-day visit as he thanked King Abdullah II and the people of Jordan for their exceptional friendship. Our discussions have strengthened the India-Jord

*Udhampurs Brijesh earns RR call-up Ranjit Thakur/Suhail Bhat JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Dec 16: Jammu and Kashmir cricket witnessed a historic moment at the Indian Premier League auction as two fast bowlers from the Union Territory earned contracts with IPL franchises, marking a major breakthrough for the regions growing talent pool and inspiring young cricketers across Jammu and Kashmir. Auqib Nabi Dar, a fast bowler from Sheeri village in North Kashmirs Baramulla district, created history today after be

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 16: India clinched the Champion Spirit Cup 2025 by defeating Nepal by 4 wickets in an exciting final at the Amitabh Choudhary Cricket Stadium, Angara, showcasing the true spirit of Divyang cricket. Batting first, Nepal posted 132 runs in 18.5 overs, with Ramjaan Ali top-scoring 53 and Ram Kumar Yadav adding 38. Indias bowlers, led by Sayed Shah Aziz Shah, restricted the opposition, with Shah taking 5 wickets for 15 runs in 3.5 overs and [] The post India

HYDERABAD, Dec 16 : Sajid Akram, the 50-year-old slain suspect in a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in Australia, was an Indian citizen hailing from Hyderabad, Telangana Police revealed on Tuesday. While he had migrated to Australia 27 years ago, Akram carried an Indian passport. Akram, along with his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, recently travelled to the Philippines on an Indian passport. Akram, one of the two suspects in the mass shooting that has left 15 [] The post Sl

Together, we should make India a developed nation Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 16: On Vijay Diwas, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the 108-feet high mast national flag at Kachrial in Akhnoor. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He paid homage to the martyrs, soldiers and officers, who made the country proud by their valour and sacrifice during 1971 war. He also felicitated the war veterans and veer naris and saluted their courage and sacrifice for the nation. The

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 16: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today called on Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman and held a detailed discussion on Ladakhs developmental priorities, financial requirements and measures to strengthen infrastructure for inclusive growth. During the meeting, Kavinder apprised the Union Finance Minister of Ladakhs ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure, accelerate development works and ensure inclusive growth across the reg