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New Delhi, Mar 3: The Indian Navy on Thursday said it joined search and rescue operation after learning about a distress call from Iranian warship IRIS Dena which went down off the coast of Sri Lanka after being hit by a torpedo fired by a US submarine. The Iranian warship was returning home after participating in the Milan multilateral naval exercise hosted by India. At least 87 Iranian sailors were killed in the attack, according to Sri Lankan authorities. In [] The post Indian Navy Joins Sear

Srinagar, Mar 5: A court in Srinagar has held that prima facie offences of criminal conspiracy and criminal breach of trust are made out against former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Dr. Farooq Abdullah and other accused in the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) funds case, directing that charges be framed against them. In an order dated March 2, 2026, the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, Tabasum observed that the material on record discloses prima facie offences under Sections 120-B

JAMMU, Mar 5: The Government of Jammu and Kashmirs General Administration Department (GAD) on Thursday issued an order regarding transfers and postings of several officials in the interest of administration. According to Government Order No. 284-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated March 5, 2026, the following transfers and postings have been ordered with immediate effect: Anuradha Abrol, Private Secretary awaiting adjustment in GAD, has been posted in the Industries & Commerce Department to work with the Admi

KOLKATA, Mar 5: West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose resigned from his post in New Delhi on Thursday evening. Bose, who was appointed Bengal governor on November 17, 2022, told PTI: Yes, I have resigned. I have been the Governor of Bengal for three-and-a-half years; its enough for me. He, however, did not disclose the grounds of his sudden resignation and whether there was any political pressure that may have prompted his decision. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee confirmed that Tamil [] The post C

Leh/New Delhi, Mar 5: Reports have emerged from sources claiming that Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has tendered his resignation from the post. However, there has been no official confirmation yet from the Presidents Secretariat or the Ladakh administration regarding the development. Kavinder Gupta, a senior BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir state, assumed charge as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh in July 2025 after the resignation of Br

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Thursday cancelled class 10 board exams scheduled till March 11 in the Middle East amid escalating tensions in the region, officials said. The CBSE will announce the mode of declaration of results for these candidates, they said. Due to the current situation in parts of the Middle EastBahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, the board has decided to cancel class 10 exams scheduled till March [] The post Iran Co

Jammu, March 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday highlighted the immense potential of agriculture and allied sectors in Jammu and Kashmir and urged the youth to transition from being job seekers to job creators by harnessing innovation and entrepreneurship in the sector. He said initiatives such as the Jammu and Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) are playing a crucial role in nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem and promoting innovation

Srinagar, Mar 5: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has apprehended a habitual fake job fraudster from Faridabad, Haryana, who had allegedly cheated several innocent youths from Srinagar by promising overseas job placements, particularly in Armenia. According to officials, a special team of SCW tracked and arrested the accused, identified as Farhat Abbas Malik, son of Din Mohammad Malik, a resident of Tendla Chilipingal in Doda district. He had been evading arrest for several m

JAMMU, Mar 5: Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of tribal hostels across the Jammu division, with a focus on improving living facilities, strengthening nutritional standards, ensuring quality education and expediting the construction of new hostel infrastructure for tribal students. During the meeting, the Minister reviewed the overall functioning of hostels operating under the Tribal Affairs Department and took

JAMMU, Mar 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today highlighted the immense potential of agriculture and allied sectors in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that initiatives such as the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) are playing a crucial role in nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem and promoting innovation-driven enterprises in Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister was addressing the Startup Outreach Programme organised under JKCIP at Sher-e

Buying kitchen appliances for the first time can feel overwhelming. The options are endless, and it is easy to spend on things you do not need. The smartest approach starts with understanding your lifestyle, kitchen space, and budget. Modern tools like an air fryer machine, an instant pot pressure cooker, and a Nutri blender can transform everyday cooking when chosen thoughtfully. This guide walks you through what matters most, so every appliance you bring home genuinely earns its place. Start [

Stress is one of the most common triggers behind sudden hair fall. You may go through a difficult few months, work pressure, emotional strain, illness, and only later notice increased shedding. That delay makes it confusing. But the link is real. When stress becomes chronic, the body produces higher levels of cortisol. Elevated cortisol can push hair follicles from the growth phase into the shedding phase. Over time, this leads to noticeable thinning. This is where adaptogens enter the conversat

Detox diets are everywhere. Juice cleanses, 3-day liquid resets, herbal flush programs, all promising to remove toxins and reboot your body. Some people even claim that detoxing improves hair fall. But does it really work? Or can it actually make things worse? Lets break this down properly. What people mean by detox Most detox diets claim to: Remove toxins from the body Improve digestion Reset hormones Reduce inflammation Improve skin and hair The idea sounds appealing. If toxins cause inflammat

Patna, Mar 5: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and BJP president Nitin Nabin filed their nomination papers for Rajya Sabha elections on Thursday, besides three other candidates of the NDA, which is hopeful of grabbing all five seats going to the polls despite the opposition RJD throwing its hat in the ring. Kumar, who heads the JD(U), and Nabin, a regional leader who got catapulted to the top post in the BJP in January, filed their nomination papers in the [] The post Bihar CM, BJP Chief Among

Jammu, Mar 5: Jammu and Kashmir Congress president Tariq Hameed Qarra on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that he has remained silent on developments concerning Iran and claiming that the year 2026 could be a watershed year for the BJP-led government at the Centre. Addressing an interactive session of the party here, Qarra expressed his displeasure that the prime minister has not commented on the death of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A

In India, digital loans have changed how customers and small businesses obtain credit. Availing credit has become easier with the availability of trusted apps such as Kissht, which enable you to take a personal or business loan right from your smartphone. The Kissht loan app, with its completely digital process, aims to make borrowing a hassle-free and efficient process for salaried individuals and freelancers. This review explains how the Kissht loan app works, what benefits it offers, and what

New Delhi, Mar 5: The ruling BJP declared an income of Rs 6769.14 crore in FY 2024-25, the highest among national parties, while the Congress was a distant second, declaring an income of around Rs 918.28 crore, said a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). According to the report analysing the declarations made by political parties to the Election Commission, six national parties (BJP, INC, CPI(M), AAP, BSP and NPEP) declared a total income of Rs 7960.09 crore [] The post BJPs E

NEW YORK/SEATTLE, Mar 5: In a first, a bust of Mahatma Gandhi has been unveiled in the US state of Montana, as authorities underscored that the ideals of nonviolence espoused by him are much needed in the current world order. Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, along with Consul General of India in Seattle Prakash Gupta jointly unveiled the bust, which is a gift from the Government of India to the state of Montana. The bust has been installed at the prestigious [] The post In a first, bust of Mahat

LOS ANGELES, Mar 5: Critically-acclaimed series The Bear is preparing to serve its final course, with the upcoming fifth season set to mark the end of the popular FX show. Produced by FX and streaming on Hulu, the Emmy-winning series is currently filming in and around Chicago and is expected to premiere later this year. Actor Jamie Lee Curtis, who won an Emmy for her role as Donna Berzatto, the mother of Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) and Natalie (Abby Elliott), [] The post The Bear to end with seas

HAVANA, Mar 5: A blackout left millions of people without power in Havana and the rest of western Cuba on Wednesday in the latest outage on an island struggling with dwindling oil reserves and a crumbling electric grid. Government radio station Radio Rebelde quoted an energy official as saying that it could take at least 72 hours to restore operations at one of Cubas largest thermoelectric power plants, where a shutdown sparked the outage. The governments electric utility said on [] The post Mil

BEIJING, Mar 5: China on Thursday hiked its defence budget by a little over 10 per cent to USD 275 billion, about USD 25 billion more than last year as it ramped the modernisation of armed forces to catch up with the US military. Roughly 1.9 trillion yuan (about USD 275 billion) will be allocated to national defence, Chinese Premier Li Qiang announced in his work report presented to the National Peoples Congress (NPC) on Thursday. The report said Chinas [] The post China hikes defence budget by

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: Domestic automobile retail sales surged 26 per cent year-on-year in February, extending the momentum seen after GST 2.0, with improved affordability and market confidence translating into broad-based growth across segments, dealers body FADA said on Thursday. The overall retail sales last month rose to 24,09,362 units as compared with 19,17,934 units in February 2025, registering an increase of 25.62 per cent. The growth was broad-based across almost all segmentsFive out of six

MUMBAI, Mar 5: Indias clean energy technology industry has emerged as one of the fastest-growing talent markets, with recruitment surging 56.6 per cent in two years, driven by strong policy push and rising investments towards green energy transition, a report said. Roles in the cleantech sector includes those of design engineer, process engineer, production engineer, manager operations and maintenance, among others. According to the report by HR solutions provider CIEL HR, the cleantech sector

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: AI-powered customer engagement platform Cheerio AI has raised Rs 8 crore in a seed funding round led by Artha Venture Fund II (AVF II), with participation from Hyderabad Angels, TiE Angels, LetsVenture, Invention Engine, alongside angel investors Arjun Vaidya, Anand Shahni, Vivek Mathur, Ajeet Khurana, and Nitin Verma. The Bengaluru-based firm plans to use the capital to build multi-modal AI capabilities, including a proprietary small-model LLM for ad generation, scale Cheerio

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: Manpower and toll plaza management services provider Innovision Ltd on Thursday said its Rs 323-crore initial share-sale will open for public subscription on March 10. The price has been fixed in the range of Rs 521-548 per share, valuing the company at nearly Rs 1,300 crore at the higher end. The Haryana-based companys proposed IPO is a combination of a fresh issuance of Rs 255 crore and an Offer For Sale (OFS) of 12.38 lakh equity [] The post Innovision sets IPO price band at

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: State-owned NHAI-sponsored Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) on Thursday fixed a price band of Rs 99 to Rs 100 per unit for its upcoming Rs 6,000-crore Initial Public Offering (IPO). The InvITs maiden public offering will open on March 11 and conclude on March 13, while the bidding for anchor investors will take place on March 10, according to a public announcement. The initiative marks an important step in broadening public participation in the National Highway [] The pos

PATNA, Mar 5: JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumars wish to become a Rajya Sabha member has paved the way for the formation of a new government, with the BJP now appearing poised to have its own CM in the only Hindi heartland state where the post has eluded the party. The writing had been on the wall ever since the BJP emerged as the single largest party, with 89 seats, in the assembly polls held less than four months ago, outperforming [] The post As Nitish Heads To Rajya Sabha, Bihar Likely To Get Its F

Jammu, Mar 5: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday expressed concern over the reported sinking of an Iranian warship, saying the vessel and its crew were guests of India for a multilateral naval exercise. This comes after a major escalation in West Asia after a US submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in international waters off the coast Sri Lanka on Wednesday. The vessel was returning from the Milan naval exercise hosted by India. Speaking to [] The post CM Omar

Buying a used car can be an excellent way to save money while still getting a reliable vehicle. However, the process requires careful consideration and thorough research to ensure youre making a smart investment. With technology advancing rapidly and the automotive market constantly evolving, 2026 brings new factors to consider when shopping for a pre-owned vehicle. Whether youre a first-time buyer or an experienced car owner, understanding what to look for can mean the difference between findin

There is a quiet revolution happening in the world of business, and it has nothing to do with working harder. While some entrepreneurs are grinding through the same outdated playbooks they have always used, a new breed of business owner is doing something different they are letting technology do the heavy lifting, and their revenue is reflecting it. The gap between businesses that grow and businesses that plateau is widening fast. The deciding factor, more often than not, is [] The post How For

Planning a vacation with your pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences youll ever have. Theres something truly special about exploring new places with your furry companion by your side, creating memories that last a lifetime. However, traveling with a pet is not the same as traveling solo or even with other adults. It requires an extra layer of planning, patience, and preparation to ensure that both you and your pet have a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable trip [] The post 7 Questions to

Srinagar, Mar 5: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir has announced the postponement of university examinations that were scheduled to be held from March 5 to March 8, 2026. According to an official notice issued by the university administration, the decision has been taken for the information of all concerned students and departments. The notice states that the revised dates for the postponed examinations will be notified separately by the respective facu

NEW DELHI, Mar 5: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the West Asia conflict has reached Indias backyard but he has not spoken, and while the country needed a steady hand at the wheel, it has a compromised PM who has surrendered our strategic autonomy. Gandhi said the world has entered a volatile phase and stormy seas lie ahead Indias oil supplies are under threat, with more than 40% of our imports transiting the [] The post India needs steady h

Kennedy is a film you should surely watch on ZEE5. It started streaming there on February 20, 2026. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, who is regarded for making actual and ambitious movies, this is a dark crime thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The main individual is a man who used to have an everyday existence with his circle of relatives. He changed under the police pressure. Then something horrible happened that broke his international status. Now people [] The post Why Should On

Srinagar, Mar 5 (KNC): The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has issued a notification regarding the syllabi and courses of studies for Classes 9th to 12th for the upcoming academic sessions in Jammu and Kashmir. According to the notification, there will be no change in the syllabi for Classes 9th and 10th for the Academic Session 202526 in Kashmir Division and Winter Zone areas of Jammu Division, and for the Academic Session 202627 in Summer Zone areas [] The post JKBOSE Issu

New Delhi, Mar 4: Amid growing public debate on nicotine products, public health experts and clinicians have urged policymakers to consider nicotine gums up to 4 mg out of prescription regulations as per practices in most of the developed nations so that it becomes more accessible for smokers who want to quit the habit. Nicotine gums available globally in2 mg and 4 mg strengths have been used for over three decades as evidence-based smoking cessation aids, endorsed by [] The post Public health

New Delhi, March 5: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday said the Delhi government respects all residents, including those from different states living in the national capital. Gupta was speaking at a ceremony to lay the foundation of a foot over bring (FOB) at Monestery Market near the Kashmere Gate ISBT in North Delhi. The area is home to a large number of families from Ladakh. Addressing the gathering, the chief minister said that India has always followed the Live [] The post Delhi CM Lays

Thane, Mar 5: The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded a compensation of Rs 46.55 lakh to the family of a man who died in a road accident over eight years ago. In its order dated February 26, a copy of which was made available on Wednesday, the tribunal directed the insurer to pay the amount first and recover it from the owner of the vehicle responsible for the fatal crash. Pramod Namdev Naik (35) was travelling [] The post Tribunal awards Rs 46 lakh to family of man killed

New Delhi, Mar 5: The Lok Sabha will witness a rare moment most likely on Monday next when Om Birla will not chair proceedings but will be seated amongst the members as the House takes up a notice seeking his removal from office. As Parliament meets for the second phase of the Budget session on March 9, the Lok Sabha is likely to take up the resolution moved by the opposition against Birlas for allegedly acting in a blatantly partisan [] The post Resolution For His Removal: Speaker Birla To Be P

PATNA, Mar 5: JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar on Thursday announced that he will be contesting the Rajya Sabha polls, bringing the curtain down on his tenure as the longest-serving CM of Bihar. Kumar, who has been the CM since 2005, said the new government that will be formed in the state will have his full cooperation and guidance. For more than two decades, you have consistently placed your trust and support in me, and it is on the strength of [] The post Nitish Announces Rajya Sabha Foray, Ending Te

Srinagar, Mar 5: The Directorate of Geology & Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has directed all treasuries across the Union Territory not to release payments to contractors or executing agencies involved in developmental works unless a valid Royalty Clearance Certificate (RCC) is produced. According to an official communication issued by Director Geology & Mining S.P. Rukwal, JKAS, the directive has been sent to the Director, Accounts & Treasuries, Finance Department. The order follows instructions is

Dubai, Mar 5: Iran launched new wave of attacks Thursday morning at Israeli and American bases following a threat to destroy military and economic infrastructure across the region, which came after the US and Israel intensified their bombardment of Iran and a US Navy submarine sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean. Israel announced multiple incoming missile attacks and air sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Iranian state television said additional strikes also targeted US bases. The

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New Delhi, Mar 5: Delhi Traffic Police booked more than 1,200 motorists for drunk driving during a special enforcement drive carried out across the city on Holi, with the highest number of such violations reported from the western range, an official said on Thursday. According to data released by the traffic police, a total of 3,725 were penalised for other traffic violations, besides the 1,204 challans issued to motorists for drunken driving during Holi celebrations on Wednesday. The western ra

PATNA, Mar 5: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is likely to file nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha polls on Thursday, according to JD(U) leaders. Kumar may file his nomination papers at the state assembly around 11 am, they said. BJP president Nitin Nabin will also file his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha polls. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to be present at the time of filing of the nomination papers. State minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary had [] The post Nitish Likely To F

Srinagar, Mar 5: Normal life in Kashmir was affected for the fifth consecutive day as partial restrictions on movement of people remained in force as a precautionary measure. The restrictions were imposed on Monday after spontaneous protests broke out across Kashmir a day earlier against the killing of Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israel joint strikes. Chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday held a meeting with civil society representatives and religious leaders as part of

Katra/Jammu, Mar 5: Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Thursday slammed the US-Israel strikes on Iran, and said no country has the right to impose its control over another nation. The National Conference president also said that it was the responsibility of the Union government to present its position on the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. Iran is an independent country. America attacked it; that is wrong. It is wrong to invade any other country. No [] The post

NEW DELHI, Mar 3: Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has unveiled the 10th edition of telecom industry event India Mobile Congress to be held from October 7-10 this year, according to a statement on Tuesday. The dates were unveiled at global telecom event Mobile World Congress 2026 being held at Barcelona in Spain. As India completes a decade of telecom transformation, India Mobile Congress also enters the 10th edition, enabling global launches, startup discovery, partnerships and indus

KOLKATA, Mar 3: Senior BJP leader Rahul Sinha on Tuesday asserted that his candidature for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from West Bengal was testament to the partys recognition of dedicated workers. Sinha also said he would raise issues of misgovernance of the ruling Trinamool Congress in the House if elected. The former West Bengal unit chief was among the nine nominees announced by the BJP for the Rajya Sabha polls. The biennial polls to 37 Rajya Sabha seats across [] The post BJP always

Court issues Letter Rogatory to China on NIAs plea *Investigators unable to trace end-user records Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 3: A GoPro Hero 12 black camera transported from China to Jammu and Kashmir was used for establishing pre-attack reconnaissance, movement and operational preparation of terrorist module involved in April 22, 2025 terror attack at Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, South Kashmir in which 26 civilians including 25 tourists and a local guide were killed. Follow the Daily Excelsior