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Srinagar, Jan 27: An avalanche hit Sonamarg tourist resort in Jammu and Kashmir late Tuesday night, but there was no loss of life, officials said. They said the avalanche hit Sonamarg resort in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district at 10.12 pm on Tuesday. The massive avalanche was caught on CCTV camera, showing snow engulfing buildings, officials said. However, they added there were no reports of any loss of life. The authorities had on Monday warned of a high-intensity or high-danger avalanche []

NeVA to be fully implemented from next session Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather today held a meeting with the media personnel of different news organisations at the Assembly Secretariat to facilitate smooth and efficient coverage of the forthcoming Assembly session starting from February 2, 2026. During the interaction, the Speaker emphasized the important role of the media in strengthening democratic institutions and keeping the public i

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: Its not just the presence of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in India that is making news, but the elegant wardrobe she chose for her public engagements in Delhi is also creating headlines. As a chief guest, the European Union (EU) leader attended the 77th Republic Day celebrations on Monday in a maroon and gold silk brocade bandhgala. On Tuesday, as India and the EU sealed a landmark free trade agreement billed as mother [] The post EU chief Ursula von der

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Safran Cricket Club delivered a dominating all-round performance to lift the Republic Day Cup 2026, defeating Firdous Construction CC by 99 runs at the K2 Cricket Ground, Jammu. After winning the toss, Safran elected to bat and posted 163/7 in 20 overs, led by Rohit Thakurs unbeaten 31. Chandan Manhas (25) and Akash Thakur (25 not out) contributed crucial runs in the middle and death overs, while Sukhiee, Sarthak Khoda and Sonu Zutshi provided [] The

*Emphasizes need for effective utilization of Flood Relief funds Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: As part of the ongoing exercise for formulation of a people friendly and development-oriented budget, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a pre-budget consultation meeting with Members of the Legislative Assembly from Jammu and Samba districts, here. Discussions were held on sector-wise priorities, district-specific developmental needs and policy interventions aimed at balanced and incl

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Tata Motors Ltd., Indias largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jammu & Kashmir Grameen Bank to enhance financing options for its entire range of commercial vehicles, including the newly launched Tata Ace Pro. The MoU was signed in the presence of Sachin Gupta, General Manager Jammu & Kashmir Grameen Bank, Deepak Gautam, Zonal Manager (North) Tata Motors Ltd., along with other senior offi

*Advisor to CM inaugurates J&K Pavilion Excelsior Correspondent Madrid, Spain, Jan 25: The five-day 46th edition of the International Tourism Fair (FITUR) 2026, organised by IFEMA MADRID and held from 21 to 25 January in Madrid, concluded successfully, reaffirming its position as one of the worlds leading global tourism platforms. FITUR 2026 witnessed participation from over 160 countries, bringing together tourism ministries, destination management organisations, tour operators, and industry le

*Addresses Kavi Sammelan Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) Officer Trainees at Lok Bhavan here. During the interactive session, the Lieutenant Governor shared his insights on the evolving landscape of mobility and exhorted the young officers to focus on developing tech-inspired railway infrastructure for developed India. Indian Railways transcends tracks and Infrastructure and it pulses as the very circ

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: The All Jammu Hotels and Lodges Association (AJHLA), led by President Pawan Gupta, held a meeting with the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir UT, Omar Abdullah, at his Civil Secretariat office to submit suggestions for Budget 2026-27, focusing on the promotion of tourism in the region. During the interaction, Gupta appreciated the UT Government for restoring the Durbar Move and launching e-smart bus services from Katra to Jammu. However, he raised concerns o

Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, Jan 27: On 77th Republic Day of the country, chief of the Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust, Swami Ramdev and general secretary, Acharya Balrkishan unfurled the National Flag at Patanjali Wellness Centre and extended greetings to the people of the country. On this occasion, Swami stressed on five points-indigenous education, indigenous medical systems, indigenous economy, following Sanatan living style and dependence on indigenous things to make the nation strong and pro

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 27: Improved winter sports infrastructure and sustained support could put India in contention to host the Asian Winter Games in the next decade, according to Indias most decorated ice skater Vishwaraj Jadeja. Renowned Indian ice skater Vishwaraj Rajen Jadejas career is a testament to perseverance, a quality his coach Wim Nieuwenhuizen once summed up succinctly: He may not be talented, but he is a Rajput. They dont give up. Now 40, Jadeja has spent nearly [

NEW DELHI, Jan 27 : The caste enumeration under Census 2027 will be carried out during the second phase of the population count that will begin in February 2027 across the country, except in snowbound regions non-synchronous areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where it will take place in September, 2026, the home ministry clarified on Tuesday. Referring to a government statement issued earlier, the Ministry of Home Affairs said the complete information about Census 202

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: In the ongoing 1st Jammu Gold Cup Football Tournament, the 3rd quarterfinal saw Pegasus FC defeat Param FC by 2-0, with goals from Yasir (2nd min) and Karun Raina (29th min). In the 4th quarterfinal, Hero FC emerged victorious against Young Rovers FC by 2-0, with Aryan scoring both goals in the 15th and 60th minutes of the match. The matches were officiated by referees Bilal, Kartik, Ricky and Manush and were witnessed by [] The post Pegasus, Hero FC

NEW DELHI (UP), Jan 27: The government on Tuesday asserted that the new UGC regulations would not be misused and there would be no discrimination as students held protests claiming these could lead to chaos on campuses while a BJP Mahila Morcha office bearer in Uttar Pradesh resigned from her post saying she was hurt by the decision to implement the rules. In a letter addressed to the partys Firozabad district unit chief Uday Pratap Singh, Shashi Tomar said she [] The post Govt says new UGC regu

DEHRADUN, Jan 27 : Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said that the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the state has ushered in a new era of womens empowerment. Addressing a programme marking the first anniversary of UCC implementation, celebrated as UCC Day, Dhami said that discrimination, inequality, and injustice prevailed in society due to different personal laws for certain communities. He said, The implementation of the UCC has not only given equal rights to

GORAKHPUR (UP), Jan 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that only those driven by the spirit of public welfare earn lasting recognition in society, while people motivated by greed are never remembered with respect. Public welfare ultimately paves the way for national welfare, he said. Adityanath was addressing the diamond jubilee celebrations of Shri Bhagwati Prasad Kanya Mahavidyalaya Inter College as the chief guest. Remembering the institutions founder, late Bhagw

NAGPUR, Jan 27 : Highly objectionable remarks about Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wife Amruta Fadnavis by a local singer and YouTuber drew strong reactions on Tuesday with the demand that police register a criminal case in the matter. A delegation of Nagpur BJP Mahila Aghadi (women wing) submitted a memorandum to the police commissioner here, demanding immediate registration of a First Information Report against singer Anjali Bharti. Bharti, a Buddhist singer who has a YouTube cha

BENGALURU, Jan 27: An FIR has been registered against a former senior employee of an IT firm for allegedly stealing the companys proprietary software source code valued at approximately Rs 87 crore, police said on Tuesday. The accused Ashuthosh Nigam was employed as a Senior Manager Research Scientist from February 1, 2020 with Amadeus software Labs India (P) Ltd company here, they said. According to the FIR, during the course of his employment, he unauthorisedly accessed and ex-filtrated source

CHANDIGARH, Jan 27 : An important meeting between the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab was held on Tuesday in Chandigarh to discuss the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) issue between the two states. The matter was discussed point by point in detail. Haryanas Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry and Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal were also present in the meeting. After the meeting, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann brief

MUMBAI, Jan 27 : A newly-constructed flyover at Mira-Bhayandar near Mumbai that narrows midway from four lanes to two lanes has drawn criticism, raising questions on planning, traffic flow, and commuter safety. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), which built it, on Tuesday said the transition from four lanes to two lanes is a planned feature and not a structural or design flaw. Reacting to the viral video of the flyover which has drawn criticism and mockery on social []

Largest free trade agreement in history: PM NEW DELHI, Jan 27:India and the European Union today sealed a landmark free trade agreement billed as the mother of all deals to create a market of two billion people with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the top EU leadership unveiling a transformative five-year agenda to largely leverage trade and defence in protecting the rules-based world order. The two sides also inked two crucial pacts one on security and defence collaboration [] The post India

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Jan 27: In a freak accident near Jakhani Bridge on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, a CRPF jawan among four persons were killed when a passenger bus hit a roadside parked Tata Mobile vehicle while attempting to avoid a collision with a motorcycle, here today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Due to the crash, driver of the stranded Tata Mobile and two others, who were replacing tyre of the vehicle at that time and a CRPF jawan [] The post CRPF jawa

Govt to conduct fresh investigations in terror-linked cases Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has said that for sustained development, our society must remain united, courageous and disciplined in confronting those who promote, justify or condone terrorism. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp We must decisively dismantle the terror ecosystem and isolate elements that employ double standards to justify acts of violence, Sinha said in his address on 77th Repu

Will seek cooperation, suggestions Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has called an All Party-cum-Business Advisory Committee (BAC) meeting on January 30 ahead of budget session of the Legislature beginning February 2. It will be a joint All Party and BAC meeting as the BAC too has representatives of almost all political parties, Rather told the Excelsior. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The meeting has been scheduled at 3 PM on

40 soldiers among 60 rescued in Doda Gopal Sharma/Suhail Bhat JAMMU/ SRINAGAR, Jan 27: While at least 60 people including 40 Army soldiers were rescued from heavy snowbound areas in district Doda by GREF men, the fresh snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir and parts of Ladakh today disrupted road, rail and air travel, forcing closure of Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and Batote Doda-Kishtwar road. Srinagar- Kargil-Leh highway continued to be blocked for the last four days, while Mughal Road and Kis

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The government is aiming to make high-tech small chips of 3-nanometre nodes used in products like modern smartphones and computers by 2032, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. The minister said the government will focus on six categories of chips compute, radio frequency (RF), networking, power, sensor, and memory under the second phase of Design-Linked Incentive Scheme that will allow companies in the country to have major control on developing 70-75 [] The p

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The Halwa ceremony, marking the final stage of the Budget preparation process for union Budget 2026-27, was held in the Budget Press at North Block today, when union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her deputy, Pankaj Chaudhary were present. The ceremony is a customary ritual in which traditional dessert halwa is prepared and served to officials and staff members of the Finance ministry who are involved in the preparation of the budget. The ceremony took place [] The po

Dr Sudershan Kumar sudershan.sk12@gmail.com The global order that emerged after second World War was anchored upon predictability, multilateralism and institutional restraint. However the recent events have reshaped and shaken the order. The rise of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States marked a dramatic departure from the established norms. Trumps foreign policy behaviour often impulsive, personality driven and transactional has accelerated the erosion of liberal international ord

NEW YORK, Jan 27: In a remarkable gesture, the Washington State Senate adopted a resolution at a special session in honour of Indias 77th Republic Day, acknowledging the countrys strong traditions of democracy and contributions of its diaspora. The Senate Resolution on Monday was piloted by Indian-American Washington State Senator Manka Dhingra of Redmond and also supported from the floor of the Senate by Indian-origin State Senator from Bellevue Vandana Slatter, a press statement from the Consu

NEW DELHI/BAREILLY (UP), Jan 27: The Government today asserted that the new UGC regulations to check caste bias would not be misused and there would be no discrimination with anyone as students held protests saying these rules could lead to chaos on campuses. Meanwhile, after the Uttar Pradesh Government suspended Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri on charges of indiscipline following his resignation from service in protest against government policies, especially the new UGC rules, he sa

NAGPUR, Jan 27: Defending champion Vidarbha on Tuesday recalled fast bowler Yash Thakur for their must-win Ranji Trophy match against Uttar Pradesh to be played here from January 29. Two-time winners Vidarbha are currently placed third in the Elite Group A behind table-toppers Andhra and Jharkhand. With 25 points each in six matches so far, Vidarbha (1.578) are marginally behind Jharkhand (1.605) and would need to finish in the top-two to reach the quarter-finals. In the last group stage match,

Directs CEOs to inform chairpersons, members as 5year term nears completion Srinagar, Jan 27: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has communicated to the chief executive officers of District Development Councils (DDCs) that the term of the councils will conclude on February 24, 2026. In a letter, the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj has directed the CEOs to inform the respective chairpersons and members about the completion of their tenure. As per the opinion rendered by the Depar

JAMMU, Jan 27: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has promoted 3 Joint Directors of Prosecution as Directors Prosecution in the Prosecution Department. According to a Government order, those promoted as Directors Prosecution (Pay Level-13A) are Laeeq Ahmad Dar, Aejaz Ahmad Bhat and Sunita Kargotra. See Order Copy Click Here The post 3 Joint Directors Promoted As Directors Prosecution In J&K appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Jammu, Jan 27: After decades, efforts to revitalize languages and elevate local culture to new heights on Jammu Kashmirs sacred soil commenced in 2020. It remains our collective responsibility to advance this heritage not merely as memory, but as a living, breathing tradition, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Tuesday. He was speaking at the Akhil Bhartiya Hindi Kavi Sammelan at Abhinav Theatre Jammu. The event was organized by J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages as a part [] The

NEW DELHI, Jan 27 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh, today hosted a high-tea get-together for the Jammu & Kashmir tableau team which had performed at the Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path yesterday. A day after the Jammu & Kashmir tableau received widespread appreciation during the Republic Day

Jammu, Jan 27: A pencil factory was gutted in a fire along the Jammu-Poonch national highway here on Tuesday, an official said. No casualties have been reported in the incident. The fire broke out at Talab Tillo around 4.05 pm, an official of the fire and emergency services said. He said a total of 10 fire tenders were rushed to the scene to control the blaze. The cause of the fire was not known immediately, the official said, adding that [] The post Pencil Factory Gutted In Fire In Jammu; No Ca

Srinagar, Jan 27: Fresh snowfall across Kashmir on Tuesday led to the closure of Jammu-Srinagar national highway and the cancellation of all flights at Srinagar airport, leaving hundreds of tourists stranded in the valley. The snowfall, which began late on Monday night, blanketed the region in white. Officials said the arterial National Highway 44 was closed due to snow accumulation near the Navyug tunnel at Qazigund and Banihal. At Srinagar International Airport, all 58 scheduled flights, inclu

Jammu, Jan 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) Officer Trainees at Lok Bhavan Jammu. During the interactive session, the Lieutenant Governor shared his insights on the evolving landscape of mobility and exhorted the young officers to focus on developing tech-inspired railway infrastructure for developed India. Indian Railways transcends tracks and Infrastructure and it pulses as the very circulatory system of Indias aspirations. This vast

Ahmedabad, Jan 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that with the blessings of saints, a government that fails to uphold the values of Sanatan Dharma would never return to power in the country. Addressing a gathering of the Swaminarayan sect in Gandhinagar, Shah said that followers of various Sanatan traditions waited for a long time after Independence, hoping for a government that would give due importance to Sanatan Dharma and govern as per its principles. I am [] The post Governm

JAMMU, Jan 27: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather today held a meeting with the media personnel of different news organisations at the Assembly Secretariat Jammu to facilitate smooth and efficient coverage of the forthcoming Assembly session starting from February 2, 2026. The interaction was aimed at fostering better coordination and ensuring smooth, accurate and responsible coverage of proceedings of the House. During the interaction, the Speaker emphasized the important role

Interaction with stakeholders will help in shaping Governments priorities for Budget 202627: CM JAMMU, Jan 27: Continuing the series of pre-budget consultations ahead of the Budget Session, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired an extensive consultation meeting in Jammu with representatives from a wide spectrum of sectors including industry & trade, tourism, hotel & hospitality, education, youth affairs and agriculture. The meeting was attended by Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javid Ahmed Dar and

Srinagar, Jan 27: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has initiated departmental action against several officers of the Public Works (R&B) Department over alleged delay in snow clearance and unauthorized absence from duty during the recent spell of snowfall. According to an official communication issued by the Public Works (R&B) Department, the action follows a report dated January 25, 2026, from the Personal Section of the Deputy Chief Minister, J&K, after his visit to the Integrated Command & Con

New Delhi, Jan 27: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated that indigenous systems are strengthening Indias operational readiness, commending the crucial role DRDO is playing in achieving self-reliance which has become a national mindset under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a gathering at a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) event here, he also underlined that in todays times when technology is changing rapidly e

BHADERWAH, Jan 27: In a remarkable display of grit and engineering prowess, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has executed a daring 40-hour operation amidst sub-zero temperatures to clear a 38-km road stretch buried under heavy snow at Chatergala Pass rescuing 40 army personnel and 20 civilians stranded at an altitude of 10,500 feet. The operation, which concluded late on January 26, was carried out by the 118 Road Construction Company (RCC) under the directions of Commander 35 Border Roads Ta

SRINAGAR, Jan 27: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has suspended five Public Works (R&B) Department officials for delay in snow clearance and unauthorized absence from duty. As per an official communication issued by the Public Works (R&B) Department, the action was taken following observations made during the visit of the Honble Deputy Chief Minister to the Integrated Command & Control Centre (ICCC), Srinagar, on January 25. During the visit, Er. Sandeep Vaishnavi, Assistant Engineer, Machin

New Delhi, Jan 27: The process to impeach Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma is underway and the government is awaiting the report of a three-member committee set up by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to probe charges against him, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Tuesday. Birla set up the committee on August 12 last year to probe corruption charges against Justice Varma after admitting a multi-party notice for his removal. Justice Varma was repatriated from the Delhi [] The

New Delhi, Jan 27: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that the motive behind Prime Minister Narendra Modis intent to destroy MGNREGA is to strip workers of their right to negotiate wages, strip panchayats of their power, and push the country back to the era of kings when all power was concentrated in the hands of a few. Gandhi shared a video of his recent interaction with MGNREGA workers on X and said the same workers who proclaimed that [] The post Modi Govt Wants To Push Country B

New Delhi, Jan 27: As the 77th Republic Day was celebrated across the country with displays of military might and cultural heritage, HIAL co-founder and wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, Gitanjali J Angmo said it was the first time she did not feel motivated to watch the parade. Questioning the meaning of Republic Day when rights guaranteed in the Constitution were not being granted, Angmo pointed out that it has been four months since Wangchuk was unlawfully arrested. It [] The post What

Jammu, Jan 27: An all-parties meeting will be convened ahead of the Jammu and Kashmir Assemblys Budget Session, scheduled to begin next month, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather said on Tuesday, urging legislators to make effective use of the proceedings by raising public issues for redressal. The 27-day session will commence on February 2 with an address of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. The Omar Abdullah-led government will present its second budget on February 6. This fifth session of the Assembly

Jammu, Jan 27: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has condoled the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Udhampur, today. In a condolence message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: I am deeply pained by the loss of precious lives in the tragic road accident in Udhampur. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief. Praying for a speedy recovery of the injured. The post LG Sinha Deeply Pained Over Loss Of Lives In Udhampur Road Accident appeared first on Daily Exc