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O P Sharma starline.syndicate.service@gmail.com First pre-launched at the International Book Fair in Delhi and later formally released recently at an impressive function organized by the J&K Cultural Academy, Khad Khakhad hit the market with a plea that Dogri fiction can go much forward. Sumit Khajuria, a young man with good pen and passion for Dogri language especially folk writes with the energy of a writer who wants to test the capacity of Dogri prose to hold satire, social observation, spiri

Gunjan Bassan In a cultural moment where relationships are increasingly mediated by screens, ambiguity, and algorithmic distraction, psychotherapist and research scholar Nupur M Sandhu arrives with a timely and grounded intervention. Vinegar and Honey for Perfect Harmony is neither a self-help lecture nor a pop-psychology primer it is something rarer: a warm, witty, and clinically informed guide to loving with both softness and spine. A Metaphor Worth Keeping The books central framework rests o

Lt. Col Ankit Sharma ankit.cloudnine@gmail.com A mothers love is the quiet force that shapes destinies, expecting nothing yet giving everything. THE SPIRIT OF MAA In India, Maa is not just a word, it is an emotion, a sanctuary and a lifelong source of strength. She is the first teacher, the silent protector and the unwavering believer in our dreams. Like a Soldier, she stands resilient through lifes toughest battles, protecting her family with silent courage and like a Monk, she [] The post A Ti

Abha Chauhan It was the end of March this year, and the wheat fields all around were still largely green in the border villages along the Line of Control (LoC) of Khour tehsil in the Jammu district, reflecting the soils productivity and richness. In the mornings, people are usually occupied with household chores, agricultural work, tending to domestic animals, and the many small tasks that shape daily life. By noon, however, the villages grow quiet. As we moved through them [] The post When Bord

She was my Doctor, When I was in pain, She was my Shelter, When I was in rain. She was my Teacher, When I was learning. She was my partner, When I needed company. She was my Guide, When I was in trouble She was my Friend, When I was alone. She was my Chef, When I was hungry, She was my Helper, When I was in need, She was a ray of Hope, When I was tired. She was [] The post Tribute to my mother appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Sushma Sharma sushplg11@gmail.com In a world full of notifications, silence has become a luxury. With the emergence of Digital Revolution, we are becoming digitally slave day by day. No doubt, there has been a drastic change in our lives. Our life has become more convenient. We can know about the whole world just at a single click but at the same time, we are disconnecting from the physical world around us. With Smartphones becoming an inseparable part of daily life, [] The post Disconnect to Re

Sunny Dua sunnydua55@gmail.com In the work of Pradeep Wahule, there is a distinctive stillness, one that does not remain quiet for long, but gently draws the viewer into a deeper, more contemplative space. His art unfolds not in haste, but with a measured rhythm, revealing an enduring engagement with the landscapes he enAcounters and the emotions they evoke. A self-taught artist with over 25 years of practice, Wahule approaches creation as an act of immersion rather than observation. He does []

Raju Kumar Over time, the nature of motorbikes has evolved rapidly and meaningfully. There was a time when simple, lightweight 100cc bikes focused purely on mileage were the first choice for most people. Today, however, the 125cc to 150cc segment reflects a new balance of technology, safety, and practicality. This transformation is not limited to design or visual appeal; it is shaped by the real needs of modern riders-such as covering long daily distances, navigating congested city traffic with

Vinit Kumar Jha Utpal It was a winter morning in the second week of January 2024 at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, Delhi. I was sitting in the waiting area for my flight to Jammu as I was returning from the 55th convocation at Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Delhi, held on 10th January, 2024 as a faculty member of a prestigious journalism school. Amidst the usual airport rush, my attention was drawn to a striking presence, calm, composed [] The post The Lady Behind Bow

Prejuvenation refers to a preventive approach to skin care. Instead of waiting for visible signs of ageing like wrinkles, pigmentation, or skin laxity, people are now taking steps earlier to maintain skin health and delay these changes. Traditionally, aesthetic treatments were corrective. People would seek help only after damage became noticeable. Prejuvenation shifts that mindset toward preservation. It focuses on maintaining collagen, protecting the skin barrier, and reducing long-term damage.

Dr Meetu Meenia Partition of the country deeply wounded the sentiments of the people. Jammu was also no exception. Before the partition there was no trace of caste system here. Hindus and Muslims lived with love and affection. Suddenly a poisonous wind blew hatred and religious fanaticism became rampant. There was uproar all around. People had to leave their homelands and settle in new places. The bodies had gone but the memories remained. Many love stories died before they could [] The post Sha

Col Satish Singh Lalotra In the fertile plains of Jammu region bordering the plains of Punjab, agricultural practices have always been the mainstay of the masses. To support this oldest profession of mankind a vast network of irrigation canals was envisioned centuries back by the ruling Maharajas of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. With distributries like Ranbir canal, old and New Pratap canal to name a few criss crossing the entire swathe of land of Jammu region ; [] The post Silent Ch

NEW DELHI, May 9: Navrattan Cement Industries LLP, a subsidiary of Navrattan Group, has announced an initial investment of Rs 250 crore to set up a green cement manufacturing unit in Punjab. The project will be set up in Rai Majra village, Rajpura, Patiala district, according to a company statement. The upcoming plant will focus on advanced green cement technologies designed to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency compared to traditional cement manufacturing methods, it said. Th

NAGPUR, May 9: Dr Hemant Sharad Pande has assumed charge as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) here. He assumed the charge on Friday. Dr Pande, who began his professional career in 1989 with Coal India Limited as a mining engineer, possesses 37 years of experience in WCL and South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL). Prior to assuming charge as the CMD, he was serving as Director (Human Resources) at WCL, a statement said. During his tenure, initiatives []

JAMMU, May 9: The Public Works (Road and Buildings) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed 3 Diploma holder Junior Engineers as Incharge Assistant Engineers click here to see complete order The post 3 PWD JEs promoted as Incharge AEs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

WASHINGTON/TEHRAN, May 9: As White House is expecting a response from Iran on a proposed plan to end the conflict, reports have emerged that talks between the United States and Iran could resume as early as next week in Pakistans capital Islamabad. The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter, reported that both sides are working with mediators to draft a one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding. The proposed framework would set the stage for a month-long negotiation pro

NEW DELHI: (May 9) The CBI on Saturday conducted searches at 17 premises in Mumbai in connection with three cases registered against Reliance ADA Group companies Reliance Telecom Limited, Reliance Commercial Finance Limited and Reliance Home Finance Limited and their directors, officials said. These searches are being conducted at the residential premises of directors of the above-mentioned companies as well as at the office premises of intermediary companies whose accounts were used for divers

KATRA: Former India cricketer and current head coach of the senior mens team, Gautam Gambhir, arrived in Katra with his family to offer prayers at the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi. After he arrived in Katra, Gambhir greeted fans and clicked photos with them. Then he joined his family to go to the temple. Gautam Gambhir coached the Indian cricket team to victory in the 2026 ICC Mens T20 World Cup. The Men in Blue defended their [] The post Gautam Gambhir arrives in Katra with family to

ABBOTSFORD (Canada), May 9: Three Indian-origin persons have been found guilty of first-degree murder by a court in Canada in connection with the killing of a couple in Abbotsford, according to local broadcaster CBC News. Arnold and Joanne De Jong were found dead in their Abbotsford residence in May 2022. Four years later, British Columbia Supreme Court Justice Brenda Brown on Friday ruled that Gurkaran Singh, Abhijeet Singh and Khushveer Toor played a willing and integral role in the couples []

COLOMBO, May 9:One of Sri Lankas senior most Buddhist monks has been arrested for the sexual abuse of a minor girl, the police said on Saturday. Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana, 71, is the chief priest of a prominent temple in the country. He was taken into custody on Friday night after a magistrates court in the holy city of Anuradhapura issued an arrest warrant against him and the victims mother for allegedly aiding and abetting child abuse. The victim is a [] The post Top Sri Lankan monk arre

MOSCOW, May 9: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday voiced confidence of victory in Ukraine as he oversaw a military parade on Red Square commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. Security was tight in Moscow as Putin and several foreign leaders attended the parade, even as a US-brokered three-day ceasefire eased concerns about possible Ukrainian attempts to disrupt the festivities. Putin, in power for more than a quarter-century, has used Victory Day, Russias most import

VATICAN CITY, May 9: The Vatican is sending new signals about how it intends to minister to LGBTQ+ Catholics in the Pope Leo XIV era, with signs of openness and limitations after Pope Francis ushered in a notable welcome during his 12-year pontificate. Catholic LGBTQ+ advocates cheered this week when a Vatican working group released a report featuring the testimony of two gay, married Catholics who spoke openly about their sexuality, faith and how the Catholic Churchs negative teaching on [] The

PESHAWAR: (May 9) Five terrorists were killed in operations conducted by security forces in Pakistans restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the army said on Saturday. Based on intelligence reports, the security forces initiated two separate operations in the Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts on May 7 and 8, it said in a statement. Four terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed in the military engagement in the Tank district, the statement said. The post Pak

MUMBAI: (May 9) Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil on Saturday criticised the Maharashtra government over farmer suicides and crimes against women and asserted leaders of the ruling alliance had earned a PhD in corruption. In a statement, Patil said that although the BJP was in power in 17 states, Maharashtra ranked first in the country in both corruption and farmer suicides and second in crimes against women. Citing figures from the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report, [] The p

KOLKATA: (May 9) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday touched the feet of 98-year-old BJP veteran Makhanlal Sarkar and sought his blessings at the swearing-in ceremony of the partys first government in West Bengal. Sarkar was arrested in Kashmir in 1952 while accompanying Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee during the movement to hoist the Indian tricolour there, the BJP said. Sarkar is one of the early grassroots figures associated with the nationalist movement in post-Independence In

PORT OF SPAIN: (May 9) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held comprehensive talks with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to explore new ideas and initiatives for expanding bilateral cooperation between India and the dual-island nation. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on Friday on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at deepening Indias engagement with the Caribbean nations. Sat down this

NEW DELHI: (May 9) Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (retd) has been named Indias next Chief of Defence Staff and his primary mandate will be to implement the ambitious military theaterisation plan and bolster tri-services synergy. He will replace Gen Anil Chauhan, who completes his tenure as the countrys senior-most military commander on May 30. Lt Gen Subramani, widely known as an expert on Pakistan and China, is currently serving as the Military Advisor at the National Security Council [] The post Pa

NEW DELHI, May 9: RBI officers union has written a letter to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, seeking his intervention to correct the promotion policy and restore a time-bound system. RBI officers across various regional offices and the central banks headquarters in Mumbai staged protests on Friday against recent policy changes that link promotions to vacancy availability, replacing the earlier time-bound promotion system. Reserve Bank of India Officers Association (RBIOA), in a letter dated May 8,

JAMMU: (May 9) Jammu and Kashmir Police has attached a property worth nearly Rs 93 lakh in Chandigarh during an investigation into a narcotics trafficking case that initially began with the recovery of a small quantity of heroin, officials said. The case originated on January 14 this year when a police team of Bagh-e-Bahu apprehended Arun Singh, a resident of Rajeev Nagar, Narwal in Jammu, and allegedly recovered heroin from his possession, they said. Following the recovery, a case [] The post

Introduction Every industry must effectively manage its public relations and search for a PR partner capable of managing media and business strategies. This guide explores the top 5 public relations firms in India that have served across industries and worked with numerous clients, and have ensured that their results exceed their clients expectations. 5 Best Public Relations Agencies in India In todays competitive scenario, PR is a highly competitive market, with each firm claiming to be the bes

KOLKATA: (May 9) Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday took oath as West Bengals first BJP chief minister, marking a dramatic saffron turn in the states political history, with the iconic Brigade Parade Grounds here hosting the swearing-in ceremony. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Adhikari amid the Jai Shri Ram slogan, drumbeats, and a sea of fluttering saffron flags. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, senior BJP leaders and chief ministers of NDA

KOLKATA: (May 9) West Bengals chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari said the days of Sonar Bangla have officially started with Saturday marking the beginning of a new era of peace and prosperity under a double-engine administration as the states first BJP government is set to take charge. Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis arrival in Kolkata for the oath-taking ceremony at the Brigade Parade Ground, Adhikari posted a message on X welcoming him to the state and describing the occasion as [] T

Excelsior Correspondent VADODARA (GUJARAT), May 8 :Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated Lakshya 2047 Centre for Future Skills, Cadaveric Centre and Advanced Medical Simulation facilities at Parul University here. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh said India is moving at a very fast pace in emerging technologies including Qua

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: SMVDUs School of Business organized an insightful session by Neetu Dhar, Chairperson of Jammu Pariyatan Vikas Cooperative Ltd and Director of Unati Agri and Allied Multistate Cooperative Ltd. Prof. Ashutosh Vashishtha and Prof. Suparn Kumar Sharma welcomed the resource person. Addressing the participants, Neetu Dhar explained how SHGs functions as a strong grassroots mechanism for poverty alleviation by encouraging savings, credit access, collective decision

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8: NHPC Limited, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Power today announced the commercial operation of the fourth unit (Unit # 4 of 250 MW) of its 2000 MW (8250 MW) Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (LHP), located in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The unit commenced commercial operation adding 250 MW of clean energy to the national grid. On this occasion, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Power, Government of India [] The

Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com For a long time, the Bengali voter has been associated with a strong cultural orientation-often identifying more with culture,debate and political engagement than being defined primarily through a religious lens. Material ambition and overt displays of wealth were also often viewed with some restraint. Politics in Bengal has not been confined to formal institutions; it has also found expression in literature, theatre, music and everyday conversation. This helps exp

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 8 : To discuss organizational strengthening, expansion of grassroots outreach and enhancement of public connectivity through local body units across the Union Territory, J&K BJP Urban Local Body Cell organized an important meeting, here today. J&K BJP president and Member Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma accompanied by General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, All Cells Co-Incharge

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Services & Outreach Office Raabita here and discussed a range of public welfare and developmental issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, called on the Chief Minister and discussed issues related to parks and gardens in his constituency. MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen, also raised several issues of public importance co

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has appreciated the prompt and coordinated efforts of the Army and Civil Administration in safely rescuing tourists stranded in the higher reaches of Gulmarg following a technical snag in a private helicopter. The Chief Minister commended the swift response and close coordination among all agencies involved in the rescue operation, which ensured the safety and well-being of the stranded tourists. He further directed the admini

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 8: A joint delegation of Nirbhay Bharat Foundation and Sarhad NGO headed by Tarun Uppal called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, today. The post Delegation calls on LG appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: National Conference (NC) president Dr Farooq Abdullah today called out forces stoking controversy over the Urdu language, saying the party remains steadfast in defending Urdus cultural, administrative, and religious centrality in Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement issued from the party headquarters Nawa-e-Subha, he said the forces attempting to manufacture outrage over the issue are doing so to camouflage their own historic blunders and political failures,

J&K to roll out rehabilitation plan for drug abuse victims Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting of the concerned Administrative Secretaries to deliberate upon the comprehensive rehabilitation plan for victims of drug abuse prepared by the Social Welfare Department in consultation with various Government departments and stakeholders. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Principal Secretary, Home; Commissioner Sec

PARAMARIBO, May 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed the critical role of partnerships in achieving progress in a tough world, and underlined Indias role as a trusted partner in the global context. Jaishankar made the remarks while addressing representatives from sections of Surinamese society on the theme Partnership for Progress in Paramaribo on Thursday. The minister is here on the second leg of his three-nation Caribbean visit. Made the case that a tough world nevertheless requ

BEIJING, May 8 : China, for the first time, has confirmed that it provided on-site technical support to Pakistan during the four-day conflict with India last year, official media reports here said. Chinas state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday aired an interview with Zhang Heng, an engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of Chinas (AVIC) Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute, a key developer of Chinas advanced fighter aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicle design. Zhang had provided t

SINGAPORE, May 8 : India and Singapore have vowed to jointly work to combat the challenge of terrorism including cross-border movement of terrorists, radicalisation, and financing of terrorism. Both sides deliberated on bolstering their anti-terror cooperation at the fifth meeting of their Joint Working Group (JWG) on combating terrorism and transnational crime, held in New Delhi on Thursday. According to a joint press release, the JWG unequivocally and strongly condemned terrorism in all its fo

KOLKATA, May 8 : West Bengal chief minister-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Friday evening met Governor RN Ravi and staked a claim to form the first BJP-led government in the state. Adhikari reached Lok Bhavan barely two hours after being elected leader of the BJP legislature party at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The CM-elect was accompanied by several top leaders of the BJP, including Union ministers Bhupendra Yadav, Sukanta Majumdar and Santanu Thakur, Odisha Chief Minister []

BANGKOK, May 8: Miners in Myanmar have discovered a rare ruby of enormous size, considered to be the second-largest by weight ever found in the conflict-battered Southeast Asian nation, state media reported Friday. The ruby, measuring 11,000 carats (2.2 kilograms, or 4.8 pounds), was unearthed near the town of Mogok, in the upper Mandalay region, the heartland of the lucrative gem-mining industry that has recently experienced intense fighting in the countrys wide-ranging civil war. According to

BEIJING, May 8 : Indias new envoy to China Vikram Doraiswami presented a copy of his credentials to Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei, the Indian embassy said on Friday. Doraiswamis appointment comes amid efforts by India and China to rebuild relations that came under severe strain following the military standoff in eastern Ladakh in April 2020, which stretched on for four years. Ambassador Doraiswami on Thursday presented a copy of his credentials to Assistant Foreign Minister and Director-Ge

JAIPUR, May 8 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday directed the top military commanders of the three services to integrate an element of surprise into modern warfare to outmaneuver Indias adversaries and bolster strategic posture. In his address at the joint commanders conference in Jaipur, Singh also described the Operation Sindoor as a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard national interests and called upon the military to remain read

A new analysis tracking nearly 7,000 scientific abstracts submitted to the prestigious journal Organisation Science has confirmed what many quietly suspected: since ChatGPT arrived uninvited to the scholarly table in November 2022, AI-assisted writing has surged by 42 per cent, whilst the quality of research submissions has measurably declined. The numbers are damning, but the deeper malaise they point to is far more troubling than any statistic. Let us be precise about what a Large Language Mod